Wolsey's staff were delightful. From the moment we walked in, sat down and right throughout our…read moremeal they were friendly, helpful and attentive. I ordered a mushroom risotto main and a lemon tart dessert which were delicious. It's heavenly to find a vegetarian main so flavoursome, perfectly made and filled with generous amounts of mushroom, spring onion and garlic. It's just annoying the vegetarian options are so extremely limited, especially when Wolsey's Chefs are talented enough to create vegetarian dishes as great as the risotto I had! There was only the mushroom risotto or a honey chilli stir fry on the menu suitable for vegetarians. Wolsey's are seriously missing a trick by not having more veggie options as so many people are becoming vegetarian nowadays or just want to reduce their meat consumption. Nonetheless I cannot fault the food I had in any way as it was beautiful, fresh and outstandingly delicious. Wolsey's itself is a bit dated with an old fashioned feel, but it's still pleasant. A small but important point is that it's also lovely to have a meal sitting in such comfortable chairs, so many other restaurants have rickety, uncomfortable seating. However I was so comfortable and cosy at Wolsey's I could have sat there all night. The £11 bottles of prosecco are fabulous value for money too and I will definitely be returning to Wolsey's. The only reason I'm not giving them a full 5 star rating is because of the limited choice for vegetarians.

Wolseys have stepped up their game in the last few years. It used to have a reputation for being…read morepretty bad, and they have worked very hard to change that! At a recent Yelp Secret Supper, we had food from the bistro menu upstairs which was pretty damn good. I had the a sirloin steak with chicken, yes, that was one plate and a few pints of Guinness. Nice relaxed night, albeit, a little slow (took an hour to get food which wasn't great). The decor is alright. They have spent a bit of effort modernising the place (upstairs only, didn't check out the bar downstairs), although, there is some tat on the walls - There are some glass boxes with some old victorian clothes displayed in it. Really not sure why, but hey.

Went on the recommendation of our b and b host Hargreaves. Fantastic place with a warm fire and…read moregood food.

I was a birthday here last night and it was the first time I'd ever been upstairs. It's perfect for…read morea party as its there to rent out for private functions. It was very spacious I could imagine you could have a good size party here. There is a small dance-floor you can go up and throw your crazy shapes after one to many. If you wanted you could hire a DJ and have plenty of room for his equipment. But my party chose to use a phone and play it through there sound system which was equally as good. The bar is quite small so if it was a full house I could imagine it would take abit of time to get served but nothing major. The staff are very friendly aswell. Downstairs is just a public bar, i would say a crowd ranging from mid twenties up. So maybe not great for a younger crowd. The bar is very small so it can get packed very quick and with not many seats you could end up standing most of the night. Great choice of drinks and cocktails. Would maybe be a great bar to start on and move elsewhere.

I have a nostalgic soft spot for this pub since it's where my partner and I had our first date. If…read morewe ever break up I might feel differently, so check back for updates. I also love the comedy night, which always delivers great laughs.

Service was not friendly or personable. At one point they told us they stopped serving mixed drinks…read more(at 8pm with no explanation and mixed drinks being made for a private party in an adjoining room). The food was mid and the atmosphere was less than desirable. I hate to give poor reviews and yet it's necessary for this one. We actually left disappointed overall. The fish and chips were just ok as was the sausage and mash. The frickles were unimpressive and most of our group didn't care for the hummus (plus the bread was just 2 thin tortillas that had been toasted and cut). The chili chicken was decent but nothing to rave about and the calamari type dish was just bland. Maybe we caught them on an off night but if that's the case I would think the servers could step up and at least be friendly. Most staffers looked the other way or were just not accommodating.

Brennan's was a great pub find when it Belfast. There were some busier "tourists" bars nearby, and…read morewhile they were cool I really cared more about a laidback vibe and where we could get served reasonably faster. Brennan's was nearby and the vibes felt right as soon as we walked in. Nice and dark inside but cheery vibes and lots of locals catching up and talking. We grabbed a table to sit and were greeted quickly by a gal who provided us with food and drink menus. The service was stellar throughout our stay. We were allowed to ourselves and not bothered but also good hospitality as the food came out quick and the drinks were always offered a refill. The bartender was friendly and lovely as well. You can't go wrong with an ice cold Bulmers on ice. The perfect cider in my opinion. Cheaper then the rest too so quite a steal. Ordered the fish and chips, they were brilliant to be honest. Great crunchy batter and the fish portion was super generous. A great value but even more so delicious and quality! The chips were tasty and the pushy peas were classically good. Loved that they were proactive to provide all the sauces of your liking at the table, HP sauce, Mayo, vinegar etc. Really a fantastic spot for a drink, food, good music playing but not too loud that you can have a nice chat with a friend. Will definitely be back on my next stop to Belfast.

Brennan's Bar was incredibly busy when we visited, likely because there was a cricket match on…read more This spot is a great spot to grab a pint and watch the game. Unfortunately, our dining experience wasn't the best. There wasn't a single clean table available, and we were told to leave and come back later. Once we were seated, the service remained slow, which seemed to be a result of how busy the restaurant was. The food was decent but nothing particularly memorable. On the plus side, the prices were reasonable. The kitchen is unable to substitute items or make alterations to your order. Everything must come as is... Overall, it's probably a fun place for drinks and sports. I wouldn't recommend eating here.

Aesthetically this place is super nice, especially the multi-colour bar area. The place is huge. I…read moreenjoyed the guitarist playing as well. But the bouncer was a bit intense, getting upset about my husband's Montreal Canadians hat.

We came in for lunchtime and it was pretty quiet. Our server was also the host that sat us. Super…read morefriendly guy. I ordered the seafood chowder. And we got some garlic bread to start with. That was super tasty. It took some time to get my seafood chowder but when it came- it was a huge bowl. I barely ate half of it. It was creamy and had a good fishy taste to it. There were chunks of fish in it.

The Crown Liquor Saloon was one of our favorite meals in Belfast! The service was quick, friendly,…read moreand had executed recommendations. I highly recommend making a reservation for dinner and requesting a table upstairs. Upstairs was much quieter and made for a calm dining experience. The Steak and Guinness Pie was absolutely delicious and easily one of the best meals on the trip. Everything tasted fresh and was beautifully prepared. The atmosphere is full of history and charm, making it much more than just a place to eat. Also, I recommend the apple pie for dessert. The apples are grown in Armagh.

On our last day in Belfast, I said I need to experience dining in or have a drink at The Crown Bar…read more I was lucky enough to get a reservation at the dining room upstairs. The ground floor bar area was packed and busy! It was a good vibes. We sat and had dinner in a quiet setting upstairs. We enjoyed our food and drinks. My margarita was delicious. The lamb irish stew was yummy, finished it. It was a great experience!

A real mainstay of the Bangor bar/restaurant scene, although all that was in doubt a few months…read moreback when it temporarily closed. I'm glad to report its open again and serving some of the best pints on Guinness in NI! There's a few reasons why the Esplanade is one of my favourite bars. Firstly its in close proximity to where I live, secondly it's one of the most welcoming bars around. Finally it's food and drinks offerings are always great. The views aren't too bad either. Be warned the back bar gets rowdy for sporting events!

I have had to review my review for this place. In the last few months since there has been a…read morerefurbishment, and a lot of changes to the staff and the food they have served. It has gone from great to terrible and then back up to pretty decent (thank goodness!!). The anticipated and exciting refurb turned out to be a fairly big flop. It will remind most of a hotel lobby downstairs, and the 'quirky granny look' upstairs - ya know, with velvet, gold and leopard print everywhere. Ugh. Until tonight (26th Feb 16), I have felt fairly letdown with the place, but we tried yet again and were pleasantly surprised. Food was great, service was great and we had a really nice night here. I am excited to see the place has changed their attitude and getting back to what works well. My old review, just before refurbishment - In my opinion The Esplanade is now one of the nicest places in Bangor to eat. Food is tremendous with large portions and an amazing view to go with it over Ballyholme bay. Even if you aren't having food, it is a great place to hang out with friends and catch up. Highly recommended!

Got to do a wee update of my previous review of AM:PM after last night's shenanigans. This review…read moreis for Cabaret Super Club who were incidentally celebrating their 13th Birthday last night. As part of these birthday celebrations they gave an audience of 100 people plus a taster of what Cabaret was all about. The evening started with a crooner who was built in the mould of the original rat pack, he took on some Sinatra classics as well as some other classic sing alongs. The evening was hosted by the unbelievably entertaining Robert who sang all the classics and engaged with the audience in hilarious fashion (sitting in the front row I was inevitably on the end of some of his quips). Between Robert's songs there were talented burlesque dancers who wouldn't have been out of place in the Moulin Rouge. The club itself is deceptively roomy and the acoustics are perfect for these type of shows. There's not many other places in Belfast that couple eating and entertainment so if you haven't been down to the super club then I would suggest booking yourself in - you are guaranteed great entertainment and value for money.

So me and my mum and a couple of friends hit the Cabaret Supper club last night for their 13th…read moreBirthday bash. I've been to the venue before a few times for the general show and for some tribute acts. We were greeted at the door with a glass of bubbly, which lets face it kicks any night off to a good start! Seating wasn't assigned so being nice and early we managed to nab seats right at the front of the stage! (I believe you can reserve tables as well) Entertainment kicked off with a swing and blues singer who was very good. I love the style of music anyway so it was right up my street, My mum and I also got stuck in to a bottle of prosecco. It was nice but at the pricey range of some I've bought. At £32 a bottle it was good stuff, but I wouldn't be hurrying for more except on a special occasion. After the first bit of Entertainment platters of 'tappas' style buffet trays were brought round. This was a little different for me as I'd only ever eaten the full sit down dinner before in the venue (Which are great) The food was fantastic, but I think we chose the wrong seat. We had a few nibbles from the first tray and then the rest seemed to pass us by for the rest of the night. So in the end we got enough to fight off the hunger but were left wanting more. (The selection was great ranging from mini-burgers, fries, chicken goujons, pork belly and other little finger foods) The burgers especially were delicious. After food the main show kicked off. Our main host of the night was Robert Brown. I've worked with Robert in the past and I know how great a performer he is so it was nice to see other people who hadn't react to him. I was particularly impressed by the drag performer Cherrie who had an amazing voice and a great repertoire of songs, and off course the Burlesque girls were amazing. (There was a gentleman in the audience I am sure was drooling at one point and was completely mesmerised by the whole show. Also props for the girl who did the take on Jessica Rabbits scene from 'Who framed Roger Rabbit!) We finished up the second half of the show with a nice bottle of Chilean rose wine. It was nice, but again a tad on the pricey side, at £18 a bottle, just above the average and with a nice sweet bouquet it was ok, but think I'll hit the pints next time to save the wallet so close to the end of the month. Overall the Cabaret Supper Club is a great night out, the performance is great and the food is good. (I think the average price for dinner and show is around £30 per head so its very good value) Its a unique experience that will leave you wanting to come back for more. Bravo!