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Updated • updatedAug 20, 2025
Updated • updatedAug 20, 2025
Carrickfergus in 1 day
If you only have 1 day to spend in Carrickfergus, we’ve narrowed down the top places you should check out to get the best experience of your time here.
With favorites like Carrickfergus Castle, The Harbour Brewers Fayre, and Papa Browns, we’ll make sure you don’t miss out on all the must sees. We even included some of our favorite food spots around the area, like Springsteens Diner and Papa Browns so you can get the best taste of Carrickfergus while you’re here. To see our full list of food recommendations, check out our best restaurants post. If you're traveling on a budget, you can check out our cheap eats post.
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Day 1
1-day itinerary
With only 1 day to squeeze in as much activities as you can, we strategically grouped the must-sees, Carrickfergus Castle and Ownies Bar and Bistro with surrounding point of interests to make sure you don’t leave Carrickfergus without getting the most bang for your time. Combining the average time spent at each location and traveling time in between, it should fill up about 7 hours of your day.
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•Ratish M — Google reviewSher P — Google reviewHumairoh J — Google reviewBryce A — Google reviewGrace L — Google reviewKat S — Google reviewMichael A — Google review
Carrickfergus Castle
4.5
(6075)
4.3
(1044)
cheap
Castle
Sights & Landmarks
Fortress
Historical landmark
Nestled along the stunning coastline, Carrickfergus Castle stands as a formidable testament to over 800 years of history and military prowess. Originally constructed by Anglo-Norman knight John de Courcy, this impressive fortress has withstood sieges from Scots, Irish, English, and French forces alike. Its storied past includes significant events like the Battle of Carrickfergus in 1597 and Ireland's last witch trial in 1711.
Nice castle at a reasonable price. There is about an hour worth of sights to see here. There are scenes set up in various parts of the castle. Nice coffee trailer as well in the way out. Worth the stop for the views and stretch the legs. No booking needed ahead of time when we visited
Brettroberts987 — Google review
Beautiful wee castle and walking trails with food vans, toilets, plenty of parking and plenty of history.
We were driving down the scenic coastal drive towards Giant Causeway and stopped here to look around and grab something to eat. It turned to be a nice place to spend 1.5 hrs despite not going into the castle which is ticketed at £6 approx.
Military medieval castle, which has been renovated slightly, to keep up its appearance. The thing I found very wonderful, is it actually had large figures of soldiers, monks, and even a lady posing in place to show, what things/ buildings were used as. I had not found this, at most of the castles, I found it refreshing. They were preparing for Halloween, so in some of my pictures there was a theme.
Had a great time exploring this castle. It wasn’t too crowded since my friend and I visited close to closing time. The entrance fee is around £6, but you can get a special rate if you’re a student.
Only £6 entry with a small population of tourists, allowing you to explore and learn in a quiet environment at your own pace. Very interesting history going back multiple ownerships and war eras. Lots of sensory rooms inside for those that need it, which I found very unusual and thoughtful. Most places I've been don't have those. Actively being restored so I'm sure it will get even better with time.
Definitely felt like I stepped back in time here! It was fun to explore and read about the history, I like how some parts were set up for you to see how it would’ve looked in the day. Spent 1hr and a half here, worth the wee trip from Belfast. You can even grab little medieval recipes from one of the rooms for free! students pay €4.50 (or something like that). Would recommend if you’re a medieval castle lover!
Wonderful place! So much history and so much of the original still here. Very reasonable entry fee to come and explore the castle and keep.
Went on a rainy day and we were able to stay relatively dry. Castle is staged, so it was fun. Nice learning center for the kids.
Marine Hwy, Carrickfergus, BT38 7BG, United Kingdom•
6 min · 0.3 mi
2•Jill C — Google reviewSara — Google reviewTheothrust A — Google reviewYellowbird — Google reviewShelley ( — Google reviewTanya B — Google reviewJermaine N — Google review
Ownies Bar and Bistro
4.6
(1770)
4.3
(722)
affordable
Bistro
Bar
Bar & grill
Beer garden
Ownies Bar and Bistro is a hidden gem offering a truly pleasurable dining experience with its warm and inviting atmosphere, tasteful decor, and top-notch service. The restaurant serves traditional European and local food at reasonable prices, catering to various dietary restrictions including gluten-free options. It's known for its gourmet standard menu and exceptional value for the quality of food and drinks.
Had a fantastic time here today. Our little dog Harvey loved it all and was made very welcome, given a treat and dog bowl of water. My husband who is in a wheelchair also loved being out and we all loved our delicious meals. Very good food and excellent staff who made the visit for us. The staff couldn't do enough and as a family who can't get out too often like this we had a special time. Many thanks
Heather C — Google review
We booked for Sunday dinner, staff were friendly helpful. Even when we ordered food, had to order smaller size of fish and chips they accommodated it. Food amazing, good value for money. Second time here. Car park facing ownies free after 6pm and all day sunday.
Love the atmosphere of Ownies and service was great, we hadn't booked and it was no issue at all. Staff incredibly friendly. The vegan burger is very mushy texture wise and I couldn't finish it unfortunately. The chips were delicious. Would still come back to try the vegan lasagna however.
A varied menu with reasonable prices. Food quality is excellent. Because of this, the restaurant part of this establishment gets filled pretty quickly at dinner time - better book your table before heading over to this pub. If you are willing to pass the time over a pint before your meal, there are plenty of seats at the bar area. The decor and the atmosphere are similar to the Belfast venues Ben Madigan's and the Benedicts sans the loud music in the latter.
We have been to ownies a few times.
Like how the vegetarian chips etc is cooked in separate fryers from the fish/ meat.
Food was tasty, although the burger bap was processed. Creme brulee was a bit of a mess. Was just like a massive bowl of custard, wasn't 'crispy' on top like it should be.
Dog friendly which is fab, although they aren't allowed upstairs only downstairs which is a shame as a different menu.
Would I go back? Yes off course!
Great staff and bartender, cute patio out back and plenty of room to dine or drink and listen to live music
Had lunch there today. My friend ordered a chicken burger - cut it in half and it was pink and raw in middle. We sent it back. They brought out another one and halfway through eating it discovered it was bloody. Told waitress who informed us that chef had checked temperature on it and it would be safe to eat. Needless to say my friend didn’t eat it as she’d lost her appetite. To add insult to injury they made us pay for the burger only knocking fifteen percent off bill. My friend couldn’t eat her burger!
Unless you want salmonella avoid avoid avoid!!
Only had food and drink. But looked like good Craic (fun) in the evening too. Food and drink were lovely. Staff were so nice. That N Ireland charm is strong here. I Would definitely go again.
16-18 Joymount, Carrickfergus, BT38 7DN, United Kingdom•
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12 min · 0.6 mi
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Josh Macs
4.5
(1116)
4.2
(488)
affordable
Grill
American restaurant
Bar & grill
Fast food restaurant
Nestled in the heart of Carrickfergus, Josh Macs is a culinary gem that offers an enticing array of dishes, from flame-grilled burgers to comforting slow-roasted meals. The restaurant's signature Piri-piri sauce adds a unique twist to their menu, making it a must-visit for food enthusiasts. With ample seating for up to 125 guests, it's the perfect spot for everything from casual gatherings to romantic dinners.
Went down as a trial, as my niece recommended it. The burgers were amazing. The niece got her usual lasagne which she absolutely loves
Shirley C — Google review
It was my first time at Josh Macs, and the food was great. We had the Chicken Stack and the Old Mac sizzler. Good service was excellent, and the place had a nice atmosphere!
Had to repost, due to it not showing up on the reviews, why?!!! Don't know, maybe too many stars, 😉
Relaxing time, as called in for a meal with my wife, we were seated, and offered the menu, and asked if we would like to order some beverages. Really courteous and polite.My wife ordered the mocka, or fake cocktail, myself a coke with blackcurrant, really refreshing. For the mains, a Caesar salad , and the chicken stack with BBQ sauce. Both delicious, and tender pieces of chicken. The salad had square potatoes and maple bacon included. Really filling and well satisfying.
As we visit a quite a few times, we are never disappointed.
The menu has a lot to offer, and worth a visit.
We really enjoyed the food we chose. Plenty of flavour and plenty of food. The lady who took our order was warm and friendly and attentive.
We'll be back.
Great food and nice staff,
Really pity about this place. Been a while back and food wasn't great, met friend here again and the food looked great, what a disappointment. The grease was just too much. Lovely chicken wrapped destroyed by deep fired battered chicken that the grease was still oozing from the batter and the garlic fries was just garlic butter put on top of what looked and tasted like 2nd time in the frier that there was little to no potato in the fries just pots of grease, couldn't eat them and left most of the wrap too. Coleslaw was good, service was excellent, food big let down.
Excellent customer service! Very pleasant staff, great food too! Definitely recommend it for casual dining if you're in the area
Have been here 3 times & each time just as good as before
Great staff - great food - perfect
3 Rodgers Quay, Carrickfergus, BT38 8BE, United Kingdom•
2 min · 0.1 mi
4•Graham C — Google reviewHadrianus N — Google reviewTrish B — Google reviewWarren C — Google reviewAlexander B — Google reviewPaula M — Google reviewShelley ( — Google review
Sainsbury's
4.1
(1390)
3.6
(22)
affordable
Supermarket
Bakery
Frozen food store
The employees at the local Sainsbury's store are extremely accommodating and pleasant. I frequent this particular branch multiple times a week because I refuse to return to Tesco, primarily due to their staff. Laura and Lynn, in particular, stand out as they consistently display friendliness and helpfulness, even during power outages or when machines malfunction. They truly enhance the reputation of the store. The frontline staff undoubtedly have a significant impact on customer experience.
Loved this hotel room was clean and bed comfy. Evening food was delicious staff were very friendly. Excellent deco in the breakfast room.
Susan O — Google review
Very positive experience. The shop was well stocked with shelves mainly full. It bucks the trend for Sainsbury stores which mainly seem to have half empty shelves.
Very good market, fully loaded for kitchen & home. And yes.. spirits are available here!
There is a large carpark with disabled and parent parking. The store is all on one level with wide aisles. Sadly the cafeteria is now closed. They have more self checkouts. Would be great if they sold more clothing, you can only buy socks and tights. Argos is on the same premise and they have a large selection of fresh foods and healthy drinks. They also sell alcohol. Close location to tourist attractions right on the harbour
Place needs updating, very old looking and staff can't be bothered to assist you.
Good selection of products.
Shop was quite quiet with staff restocking shelves.
Great shopping if you own a nectar card, otherwise its pretty expensive.
Nice super market with all of your grocery needs and an Argos inside!
1 Rodgers Quay, Carrickfergus, BT38 8BE, United Kingdom•
5 min · 0.26 mi
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The Harbour Brewers Fayre
3.9
(1676)
4.0
(797)
affordable
Family restaurant
Breakfast restaurant
British restaurant
The Harbour Brewers Fayre is a delightful family-friendly pub and restaurant chain that offers a relaxed atmosphere perfect for enjoying classic dishes alongside international favorites. Located in Carrickfergus, this eatery boasts stunning views of the harbor, enhancing your dining experience. The menu features popular items like the Beer-Battered Haddock & Chips, which is highly recommended by Head Chef Michael. While the food may not be Michelin-star quality, it certainly delivers on taste and generous portions.
I usually have regular Fish n chips on Fridays, I can confidently say this is the best Fish n Chips I've had by far.
The atmosphere, ambiance and music at just the right music to be enjoyable while having a conversation is a plus.
The staff here is welcoming and helpful.
The Value Meals are affordable for a weekday lunch.
I've enjoyed by experience here.
Rayyan W — Google review
went for dinner and got the lasagne with chips and honestly it was disgusting, it looked like tomato soup with a lump of cheese in it. the food is very poor it did not look like lasagne at all, it was more like a cheap ready meal. The service from staff was not great when ordering food the staff member was very abrupt and rude. The toilets in the place have no doors/locks on them and the water is boiling which is definitely not suitable for children.
Good and well priced food with a good selection of drinks. Nice view over part of the harbour from the outside seating.
Very convenient if you're arround the area or staying at the premier inn next door.
A handy place to meet up for a bite to eat and a quick drink.
Menu selection was good with staff willing to work with us on small changes.
Staff were very friendly and approachable, waiting time once food was ordered was minimal.
Overall, very pleased and I will return.
The value for money is outstanding!
I mean an evening main meal Monday to Friday for a fiver👏🏻
A great place for a family on a budget to relax and have an evening out for a special occasion.
Well Done Brewers Fayre.
Would highly recommend this absolute gem of a very cosy bar/ restaurant adjacent to the harbour beautiful setting and staff are so friendly and welcoming and very knowledgeable about the local area of places to visit in the area make sure that you catch up Katie and Roberta and Rachel as they are very attentive with any queries that you may have
Table of 4 in for Sunday carvery at 2pm (carvery is serving until 6pm). By this stage they have ran out of all meat apart from gamon and most sides were cold or missing. Each pina colada we got had different measures and did not look the same, very little consistency. Man on the bar lost his till card every time we went up to order so each order took a while....
Kirsty and Sarah are amazing, always Making sure you have everything you need .
Most importantly for my family they show inclusion for our asd children and make sure their needs are met .Great place for families.
Alexander Pier, Rodgers Quay, Carrickfergus BT38 8BE, United Kingdom•
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Where to eat
Even the most seasoned adventurers need a break to chow down some food. Close to Josh Macs, these restaurants are about a 1-minute walk away.
Springsteens Diner
4.3
(1280)
affordable
Diner
Located in Carrickfergus, Northern Ireland, Springsteens Diner has been a beloved family restaurant since its establishment in 2006. With over 20 years of experience, they have been serving delicious American cuisine. The diner is known for its welcoming and home-like atmosphere, making it a favorite spot for locals and travelers alike. The friendly staff adds to the overall dining experience, ensuring that every visit is memorable.
I absolutely love to come to Springsteens Diner, whenever my partner and I travel to Ireland. This has to be our favourite restaurant over here. However, for over 20 years they have been serving American based food and I cannot be disappointed.
Firstly, credit goes to the fabulous team that work here. You make everything easy and taste delicious. In addition, i love how everything about the lay out and how it feels home-like.
Secondly, the food was perfect! Most of the food items come with a side (read the menu to make sure). I got myself “the firebird burger” and the bacon mac and cheese. The burger was really good and was well constructed and the mac and cheese was creamy and such a delightful meal.
Finally, their current cocktail of the week a mango, peach and strawberry daiquiri was absolutely beautiful! Not just from presentation but with blasting taste too!
If I did live in Ireland, I would come here every day to eat. Thank you so much for the experience 💙
Anthony B — Google review
Honestly my favourite place to come for food. AMAZING service and food, and the always have the best music on. I’m surprised the line isn’t out the door! My personal favourite is the redneck🤭
My wife and I had lunch today . We were greeted politely and promptly by Dean, (waiter).
Although we had not made a booking, we were shown directly to our seats.
Our drinks orders were taken and we were given the (very extensive) menus.
Our drinks were served, and food orders taken.
The restaurant was reasonably busy, but the staff were coping extremely professionally.
Our food order was served.
The food was very well presented, hot and flavoursome.
The staff were attentive throughout our visit, (not overbearing), with exceptional manners.
A special mention for Dean, who was a true professional throughout.
A very enjoyable experience, and we will certainly be returning in the near future.
Thank you.
What an absolute gem! I just happened to find this place on google maps while on holiday in the area and I’m very glad I did. We only stayed for 5 days but ate here 3 times. I didn’t even get a photo of the evening meal here as it was too good to wait around for. Breakfast is served until 3pm which is super handy if like me, you’re not a morning person. Portion sizes were brilliant, you would never be leaving still hungry. The staff were all super friendly and welcoming and the food was 10/10 too. Highly recommend this place but I just wish it was closer to home.
Service is 100%, couldn’t meet nicer people, friendly and not too smothering nor neglectful, food always comes as we ask for, this is based on 3 of us.
Every week, I visit this diner for breakfast with my mum, or partner and kids .The food is always lovely – fresh, tasty, and consistently high quality – but what really makes the experience so special is the incredible service.
laura the manager and all of her staff are absolutely amazing, very friendly, and welcoming. Nothing is ever too much trouble – they go above and beyond to make sure you're comfortable and happy.
Thank you!
Lovely pleace with lots of food options my favorite is the chicken stack!
Springsteens is one of my favourite places to eat. I have never had a bad meal there yet in all the years I have been going there. I used to work in the area and when I moved jobs I really missed eating there as often as I used to. Every time I am in Carrick I make a point of going for something to eat in Springstees.
The diner looks great inside, it has a retro American feel. The staff are also lovely and very friendly.
The food there is amazing! Again it has a US style feeling, they really do it well.
Springsteens really impressed me, it made a lasting impression.
5 Rodgers Quay, Carrickfergus, BT38 8BE, United Kingdom•
Papa Browns
4.5
(1911)
4.1
(818)
affordable
Diner
Breakfast restaurant
Papa Browns is a laid-back colonial-themed eatery and bar, offering a diverse menu of American burgers, steaks, and grill dishes throughout the day. This restaurant has garnered a positive reputation as a great dining destination. Customers have often passed by with the intention to visit someday and were not disappointed when they finally did. The lasagna and fajitas were particularly noteworthy for their generous portions, fresh taste, and homemade feel. The staff delivered friendly and efficient service that left patrons satisfied.
Superb experience with a delicious meal, friendly staff and a lovely atmosphere. We were only visiting for a short time, but will definitely be back!
Ben H — Google review
My chicken was comically dry but the gravy made up for it ten fold! Service was top notch and the chips were otherworldly. Would definitely dine again.
Fantastic experience at Papa Browns in Carrick! The food was delicious and full of flavour, but the highlight was the service. Clair was incredibly helpful, friendly, and made sure everything was spot on. Can’t recommend this place enough – I’ll definitely be back!
Food was OK, nobody was 'wowed' and we wouldn't hurry back for a while, but we will return, we always do! Portions were too big, if that can be a complaint! Burgers were impossible to lift and eat. Mixed grill was poor - medium steak came well done and very tough and chewy, even though it was a thing slice, most of it was left, pork sausage was poor also. Deserts were good as was the service.
It was just amazing the staff where so nice and friendly they made you nearly feel at home the food was amazing we where staying across the road and i wish i knew about this place the night before
Took this place in in passing for the first time last week and really loved it.
The decor is fine, nothing special but it's a nice enough place to sit, the booths are nice and there is a decent amount of space and comfort.
The staff were mostly on the younger side and both helpful and friendly, so it is a pleasure to visit.
As for the food itself it was great and a real standout. I got the chicken burger and it was simply one of the best Ive had in a while.
Looking forward to calling back in here when next out that way!
I wanted to take the opportunity to thank the team at Pappa Brown's who hosted 1st Greenisland Cub Scouts as we celebrated the children's hard earned Chief Scout Silver Awards. The manager and servers were very accommodating and the children had a lovely time. They certainly enjoyed their desserts. Many thanks 😊
Hadn't been here in years, yet decided to go for a meal, as heard it had changed.
My wife ordered the fish and chips, it came with garden peas, as she would have preferred mushy, myself ordered the ribs with chicken, which was served with a side of chips or french fries, it also had coleslaw and sauce, and corn on the cob.
The ribs were really fatty, and a bit chewy on some, even though there was not as many as I anticipated. The chicken was coated a light batter, not as tender as expected. Onion rings were ok, I know I'm sounding like a critic but you want to hear about the experience, but it was still enjoyable, if it makes sense, but not as what it was years ago.
The wife's fish, wasn't straight from the sea experience, as was probably from the fridge or freezer, but still she enjoyed it.
Not as good as it was, but hopefully it will be.
Marine Hwy, Carrickfergus, BT38 7FG, United Kingdom•
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Mayur Indian Restaurant
4.8
(538)
4.8
(481)
affordable
Indian restaurant
Mayur Indian Restaurant, located near Carrickfergus Castle, offers an authentic and exquisite Indian dining experience. The restaurant is praised for its use of fresh, high-quality ingredients that result in rich and flavorful dishes. Despite the bright lighting, the food is superb with creamy and rich sauces. The staff are friendly and knowledgeable about the menu, ingredients used, and the differences between Nepalese, Indian, and Pakistani cuisine.
i have to admit, i had to visit this place twice during my stay in NIR because of the delicious food, excellent service and hospitable staff. highly recommend.
Edgar B — Google review
Really good experience. The service very attentive, the dishes delicious and good prices.
I've been meaning to try this Indian restaurant in the heart of Carrickfergus for a while now. A few people had recommended it so I was confident that it would be good and it was! All of our meals were really tasty and service was really fast. The view of the castle is quite special too! If you are in the Carrickfergus area definitely give it a go.
Great variety of food. Service lovely and staff polite and helpful. A bit expensive but worth it. We ordered variety of stuff and all was lovely.
Came here on a reccommendation and it did not disappoint! King prawn starter melted in your mouth with just the right amount of heat. Chicken tikka jalfrezi was hot and flavourful, chicken curry and byriani was soo good. The naan was the nicest ive ever tasted. Cant wait to come back
Beautiful looking and tasting food, as well as very attentive service
We popped in on a busy Saturday night to order a take away. We were warmly greeted by a lovely gentleman who was then very helpfull with a couple of order requests.
He said the meal would be ready to collect in 20 mins which it was and its was really really tasty.
I had onion bhaji and Paneer tikka massala and my wife had vegetable and paneer passanda.
Would 100% reccommend.😀
First visit here, for lunch - 14.95 3 course menu- very good food (especially the chilli nan I ordered!) Would recommend trying it out!
10 Castle St, Carrickfergus, BT38 7BE, United Kingdom•
Castello Italia
4.6
(1266)
4.3
(424)
affordable
Italian restaurant
Castello Italia in Carrickfergus offers contemporary Italian-themed food in a charming setting. The restaurant provides a delightful dining experience with impeccable dishes and generous portions. Visitors can enjoy the fantastic view over the shoreline from the upstairs dining room, accompanied by attentive and welcoming staff. Additionally, guests have praised the thoughtful and generous gestures of the staff, making it a great place for families as well.
I had my wedding here and we could not have asked for a better day. The whole lead up and planning was impeccable. The staff went a above and beyond. The entire day ran so smoothly and it honestly felt so relaxed that our guests welcomed the staff with open arms. All the staff were so helpful and professional. John was so amazing and took extra care of our guests and especially made sure all the kids were looked after. Which meant that we could totally relax and enjoy our day. John even went beyond with helping our daughter by cutting up her food once it was brought out to her and got her a drink and totally took care of her. Everything was set out perfectly. The food was abundant and absolutely delicious. The cocktails and drinks were amazing. At the end of the night the staff entertained the kids with their dance moves as we said our goodbyes to guests and gathered our things which was amazing and allowed us some time to make sure we had gathered everything. They had packed the rest of our things and set aside for us to collect the next day. Such a well run day and beautiful setting and views. Could not fault one single thing.
We are so thankful to all at Castello Italia.
Lyndsay C — Google review
Food was amazing as usual.
However, when the starter arrived we were given no cutlery, asked for extra butter as well. 5 mins later we had to go and get these ourselves.
Shortly after, the waiter came over to see if everything was ok. We hadn’t finished starters at this point. Less than a minute later he arrived back with our mains and was forced down in front of us. No time to finish starter nor allow it to settle before being made to eat our mains.
Very friendly and welcoming atmosphere. The waiter/ host was very funny and all waitresses very helpful. Food was excellent and wine delicious.
This was our first visit.
The restaurant was very busy. We had booked a table and were seated on arrival. We waited 30mins for our order to be taken. We noticed at other people who had arrived after us were being served there meal. We had to say to a waitress that we were waiting nearly 30mins for our meal. When she checked in the kitchen it was served immediately. My husband was suspicious that they were reheated and served as had been left sitting in the kitchen. The food was extremely hot.
Even with the issues we encountered the food was delicious and we will try it again.
We ordered takeaway tonight and everyone in the family really enjoyed what they got. Pizza was amazing. Lasagne and Chicken stack disappeared in no time. If anything the only problem was that we had too much to eat.
I had the breads to start - felt a bit stale as they were toasted and were hard to eat.
Main issue is that my wife wanted steak and I wanted pizza. Surprised you don’t have the option of both in the main menu upstairs.
Had to move downstairs as there were very limited veggie options to choose from.
Staff were great though
This was an example of how Italian food should be done. The food was exquisite, the wine and cocktails were amazing but special plaudits must go to the staff. Everyone was on the top of their game and couldn’t have been better. Our experience in your restaurant has set the bar very high for others to try and follow. Absolutely brilliant!!!
Easy to make booking on the website for a time that suited me. Prompted that it is a 2 hour allocation in the pizzeria downstairs. Food was delicious & service was efficient & friendly.
Atmosphere was ruined for a while by the behaviour of 5-6 children running around in & out of the bathrooms screaming & their mothers/carers not controlling them. Thankfully they left about an hour later!
28 Scotch Quarter, Carrickfergus, BT38 7DP, United Kingdom•
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