I hoped to have really enjoyed this experience but it was just ok. Came on a lovely sunny day so expected to wait on a table which I did but not as long as I thought. Once getting my table I sat for 20 minutes waiting on someone to take my drink order. I felt invisible as it was only me at the table and not a waiter came by to take an order so I took myself up to the bar to which I was told I am not allowed I need to wait. The girl came over straight after I made them aware I wanted to order, I also had to get my own menu from the bar as no one offered me one. I told her I’m ready to order food as soon as she brought my drinks as I was not waiting another 20 minutes to order. My food came out in alright time around 10 minutes as soon as I received it I noticed a hair on my fries so again I had to call a waiter. I did get new fries brought to me but I had to wait again. The steak was overcooked, I asked for medium and got a well done steak. My total bill came to £50 which is absolutely ridiculous as I wasted 2 hours here and had more hassle than anything. Wouldn’t recommend coming here.

Called last minute for a reservation and they made sure they could fit the two of us in. Wonderful seats upstairs looking out over Belfast Lough. The service was friendly, relaxed, efficient and fun. And the food was glorious. We ordered Mussels and Crabs claw starters, they were large and filling. For main course we had Pan fried Salmon with sauted potatoes and Smoked Haddock with champ. Again absolutely delicious. Great meal, great venue, great value.

Best dinner I have ever had. The cheese cake was a cinnamon roll that was beyond words. Definitely be back soon

Witnessing Stormy seas from the comfort of a warm seat with a good meal is fantastic. Food was good, the only criticism is the buttermilk chicken burger tasting a bit like a roast dinner. Would recommend this to anyone visiting that is looking for a scenic meal.

Wonderful pub, excellent food and service at a very good price. Loved the entertain too. A good night out

Absolutely beautiful view to start with. Staff were most attentive and nothing was too much trouble, they carried our drinks upstairs and helped my dad who uses a stick. We had 4 different meals and they were all plentiful and delicious. Desserts - wow!! Perfection and very good sized portions. Will definitely be back.

Four of us came here to celebrate my sister's birthday. I have to agree with all the other positive reviews, great food and plenty of it. Attentive staff. Wonderful views. We'll definitely be back again.

Warm and friendly atmosphere with excellent and caring service. We had the gluten free fish and chips along with the gluten free sticky toffee pudding! It was absolutely delicious! Thank you for your attentiveness, hospitality and outstanding food!

Family took me for birthday dinner, I had never heard of this place, anyway we all had a wonderful evening great staff and the food was plentiful and top notch , I had the chicken stacker best ever and it’s one of my favourites, the Moules marinière sauce was just the best drinkable 😜 The fried hake excellent, even the humble fish and chips not greasy just perfectly cooked Lovely cocktails the rhubarb and vanilla bramble type was one of those you could drink gallons without thinking ! Would definitely go back

Popped in on the off chance for a table for four, as it looked quite busy. We were greeted by a warm friendly guy who took us upstairs to our table. One of us had gluten intolerance and she was advised of the options available (which were great) we all had different meals and drinks and everything was perfect. The staff were really lovely, food was delicious and we all had a great time.

Friendly, helpful, understanding and engaging team at the Coast. First time lunch visit for 4 adults and one 2year old. We were made to feel comfortable from the second we walked in. The food was of high quality and tasty with good portions for lunch at great price. Highly recommend a visit, you won’t be disappointed.

Really a fantastic experience. We booked for around 20 people following a christening and were seated upstairs at a big table, kind of tucked away which was perfect as the children could run around without causing too much of a disturbance! Having pre-ordered, the food was served very promptly and everyone commented on how delicious it all was. I think usually with big groups some things are forgotten, some things have cooled down too much etc but it was all perfect. The service as well was brilliant with a special mention to Jackie who was taking care of us and was so attentive. We live locally so we know how good it is but I was pleasantly surprised that even with a big group the usual high standards were still there

Such a lovely, friendly, warm, and welcoming restaurant. Stevie one of the staff members, made our night flow without any problems. Very welcoming and knowledgeable about the menu. The food was delicious.We will be back

Great night out last night. Food was very good and the menu varied. Shout out to the chap who booked a taxi for us and then came out in the rain to keep us updated on igs progress. You can't get better customer service than that.

The food was great! Ambience was cosy and warm, and they are dog friendly at the bar area. Service was friendly but took rather too long. We waited about half an hour for drinks orders, and a further 50mins for our dinner to arrive. The buffalo wings were great, as was the butternut squash soup and chicken curry.

Its that good, not only the food but also the staff / Chefs that we have been going every night whilst staying at the hotel (6 nights). Excellent menu with quality food choices which are very well sourced. A great place to eat. Worth the visit all the way from Plymouth in Devon !!

I came with family to watch the British & Irish Lions rugby match versus Australia (1st Test). The Guinness was poured with skill and care. It’s a very warm and welcoming pub. People had their dogs with them and I loved seeing the pet friendly environment in action. You cannot beat the location, and the views outside are fabulous.

Spent the evening after our wedding in here and it was one of the nicest meals we have had in a long time ( apart from our wedding food in the culloden but that's not an everyday meal). Got some cocktails which were the right amount of flavour but without a strong alcohol taste. The starters were great ( Pork belly & chicken wings ) then the fish & chips was nicely battered and had a nice flavour without being too greasy. Will be back at another point as the food was great and so were the staff.

My sister-in-law and I treated our 11 year old niece to a birthday lunch followed by a spa treatment and we had a wonderful meal. The portions were perfectly sized and the food delicious. The kids menu was great with our niece opting for the sausage and mash. The staff were friendly and helpful and, although we didn’t have one with us, it was wonderful to see dogs were allowed into the bar. Will definitely be back!

The goats cheese salad for starter was amazing. The chef's special, beef just melted in the mouth and remember to leave some space for the dessert menu equally delicious

Very disappointing visit. Our first time at Cultra inn, we had a voucher for Hastings and decided to use it due to location handiness. Our waiter was nice but seemed very new to the role, after we got our drinks we were waiting for a long while to get our food, seeing people who got sat after us receive their starters and mains before us. We both got chicken dishes and we were disappointed with the quality of both dishes. Chicken was so beyond dry it seemed like it was left out under a heat lamp for ages, which would explain the long wait for the food. We were planning to politely say to the waiter but no one came over to check on us until we were very much ‘finish’ with our food. When the waiter finally came he didn’t ask us anything, just took the plates and left. We didn’t want to risk dessert and as we got up to find someone to take our payment, we were met with a 10% charge for service, which was honestly a joke at this point. After issues with paying a portion of the bill with the voucher, we ended up paying just over £70 for a dinner that required us to stop in Tesco on way home and get better food. Definitely a first and last visit.

Cosy atmosphere, pretty good food. We were satisfied

Fontana’s crown jewel is its staff, I think it’s the most impressed I’ve been in a long time with a restaurant’s service. A beautiful restaurant with brilliant staff that would be fitting for any of the best restaurants across the country. We have been here a few times and tried a couple of different dishes now and the two that really stand out are the sirloin steak (beautifully tasty) and the chicken and satay spring rolls (absolutely delicious). Fontana understands its target market and flawlessly caters to their preferences, evident in its impeccable design and captivating atmosphere. It's worth mentioning that Fontana exudes an upscale fine dining vibe, reflected in its relatively higher prices. To truly appreciate the value for your money here a customer will need to be prepared to spend a higher sum of money so I recommend booking a table and indulging in a leisurely meal to savor the complete experience.

Amazing food and atmosphere. The true definition of well balanced and seasoned food to perfection!

A lovely lunch dining experience, with attentive service, a relaxed atmosphere, and good quality varied dishes and drinks. Through a combination of factors, it's been over 25 years since I last visited, but that the restaurant has endured says so much about the ownership and commitment to excellence. It certainly won't be 25 years until the next visit!

Food was tasty however it didn't feel like a Michelin bib restaurant. Service was slow and not to standard. Breads and olives came out late. Restaurant staff should wear a uniform.

What a lovely spot. On the bustling High Street but a hidden gem (well to us) How did we not know this was here when it's been open for 27 years! It was lunchtime so very quiet but we had such a nice time. Attentive and friendly service and the food! I had the confit duck salad with chocolate mousse for afters. One friend had scampi then doughnuts and the other had the burrata salad starter as a main. All so good! Beautiful room and a lovely outside deck too. We sat well behind lunch closing time (sorry!) but we weren't rushed and really had no idea we overstayed. We will be back!

Very unsatisfactory, went there for my birthday dinner and instead of having an enjoyable time, both me and the Mrs ended up stuck to the toilet after leaving. The food was ok but the steak was 35% fat which was very disappointing. And to top of it the staff took it upon themself to add on a tip on top of the already large cheque (a tip was going to be given regardless but that’s besides the point) and when asked about it, I was met with a rather passive aggressive remark. All in all very disappointing, will not be back.

For me, did not live up to that rave reviews however was still nice. The seats were pretty uncomfortable and it was quite cold inside. Toilets are up steep stairs also. I went to try out the world changing scone and was very disappointed to be given what to me was a cinnamon roll with butter on top?? Was totally confused….call me old fashioned but I like to cut open a scone and fill with jam and cream?? Maybe it’s just be! I will say though, the coffee was very good.

It's an amazing place to begin, a warm welcome from the staff, the cappuchino was lovely, my partner had a hot chocolate which was lovely as well. The bay tree cinnamon scones

We had the chowder and the spicy peanut eggs and the food was so delicious. The cafe is cute and cozy.

Friday morning. Recommendations for the cinnamon scone are well justified. Delicious. Coffee very good. First time visit. Can't understand how we have not been here before this. Will definitely be back for lunch. The menu is very appetising. Informative staff.

The friendliest, cosiest, most delicious place on the planet. The service is always speedy and with a smile, and if you want it a bit of banter you can get that too! The food.. where do you start? I had the Thai sausage special and it was delish, spicy and sweet and savoury, like a total mouth party!! Mind you, every special is always a winner!! Actually everything I've ever eaten has hit the right spot!! Keep doing what you are doing Bay Tree because it works!!

We were in just after opening. Fresh out if the oven cinnamon scone fantastic accompanied by great coffee served by attentive, friendly staff. The menus had a great selection of dishes but since it was early morning we had the scone but will definitely be back for lunch next time in Holywood.

2 of us are here at the Bay Tree during lunchtime on a Wednesday - we both got a main and a soft drink - the variety of mains was great - all very unique and original options. I can't even remember the name of the dishes so I won't butcher them - but the food here was phenomenal! 10/10 the staff were also extremely friendly, charismatic and super efficient - will be there again when we visit Holywood again!