Down - Restaurants

Originally the Curran family home, this popular and well-located establishment dates back to 1791 and, in recent times, has earned a reputation for fine food, under the guidance of Paula Mahon, (née Curran). Today, it not only has a 60-seater ...
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Formerly named after its original owner, The Marquis of Downshire, this charming 18th century pub is now a sister establishment to that great dining pub, Balloo House in Killinchy (GCGuides 2009 Pub of the Year). Following an extensive refurb, it re-o ...
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This famous old 19th century coaching inn fell into great hands when Ronan and Jennie Sweeney took it over in 2004. With extensive experience in the hospitality industry behind them, they were determined to restore Balloo’s reputation as one of ...
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The seafront tends to claim the attention of visitors to this small resort town as its shore road, which is part of a scenic lough and mountain drive (A2), commands impressive views over Carlingford Lough. But it is well worth looking beyond the seafro ...
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Although a little off the beaten track, Teddy’s has been a hit with locals and visitors since it opened in Bangor in 2010. It’s on the corner of Castle street and looks inviting, with a smart, freshly painted black and white facade and four ...
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Located just outside Banbridge on the main Belfast - Dublin Road, The Outlet discount designer centre is billed as ‘the ultimate shopping destination’ and here you will find the an outpost of the Deanes portfolio (see Belfast entries Deanes ...
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Since 1988, The Bay Tree has been attracting customers from miles around to its delightful restaurant and coffee house on the main street in Holywood. Baking is a strength, especially the cinnamon scones which are a house speciality, and there's quite ...
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Just two minutes walk up from Bangor marina, this is a bustling, long-established bistro and restaurant with a menu board outside and freshly painted cream and black facade. Set over two floors, it’s a friendly place with modest yet comfortable ...
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This smart restaurant has become a focal point of the Newry social scene. Conveniently located close to Buttercrane shopping centre, on the corner of Mill Street, it would be hard to miss RED with its cream and black colour scheme and all signage in b ...
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The legacy of Edith, Lady Londonderry, whose celebrated gardens attract visitors from many far flung places, Mount Stewart is a real gem in the National Trust’s collection of properties. Thanks to its location alongside Strangford Lough, it enjo ...
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