Top Places for Lunch in Belfast

Fountain Lane has been feeding and watering Belfast since 1901. With a wealth of history as a tavern for the city, call in for local Irish pub grub from 12 noon daily!

The Deer’s Head is Belfast city’s original brewpub with a fully functional on-site craft brewery, Bell’s Brewery, on full display inside this newly refurbished saloon bar. Traditional food is served everyday from 11am where you can expect to find all your favourite pub classics, created by their MasterChef finalist Head Chef, Jonny Stevenson of Urban Scullery.

Ryan’s Bar showcases the best of Northern Ireland produce, at great prices. Known for the NI farm quality assured steaks, traditional Irish Boxtys and of course their famous chicken wings, it is the perfect choice for lunch with friends or family. With 2 courses for £14 all day, every day you can’t go wrong!

The perfect place for a catch-up in the heart of the city, with stunning views of Belfast City Hall. Enjoy a delicious lunch in Le Café serving moules marinière to a croque monsieur, they have something to satisfy every taste bud.

With a philosophy of fresh, local and seasonal, Home Restaurant’s innovative menu and welcoming atmosphere makes you feel right at home. With plenty of vegan and gluten free options, there’s something for everyone.

The Tasting Room is family friendly and the perfect place for a catch-up with friends and family throughout the week. A selection of delicious plates, snacks, cheese and charcuterie are served Monday to Saturday 12-4pm and the cheese and charcuterie is served Sunday from 12-7pm.

Loaf catering have two cafés in Belfast, The Bobbin and their Café Bakery on Grosvenor Road. If you’re local, visiting family or friends or working at the Royal Victoria Hospital, Loaf Café & Bakery is a good place to relax and take some time out. Try their famous Loaf sausage rolls with secret recipe relish, social soup with mini wheaten bread, ALL DAY FRY or tempt yourself with a traybake or bun all made by their inhouse bakers.

Head to Little Wings for delicious, traditional Naples style pizzas made with fresh ingredients and cooked in a wood fired oven. Are you on the go and want to food away with you? Why not grab a slice of pizza and a drink. They also have al fresco dining at a number of locations across the city.

Serving locally sourced food with lunch from 12-3pm, Havana is the perfect place for a tasty afternoon bite. Enjoy lunch for just £12 at Belfast’s hidden gem, tucked away in the city centre.

Open for lunch Tuesday to Saturday from 12pm,  EDŌ offers a relaxed dining experience with tapas style sharing dishes, robust meat and fish dishes and charcoal oven cooked steaks. Full size mains are available too.

Serving classic fish and chips as well as other seafood, meat and vegetarian dishes, Fish City is an award-winning restaurant with a casual vibe and trendy, nautical interior. Tables are available inside and out, so it’s a great catch for lunch any day of the week.

Located a stone’s throw from City Hall in the heart of the shopping quarter of Belfast. Enjoy delicious breakfasts and coffees from 9am, with everything from a traditional Ulster Fry to loaded pancake stacks, followed by a traditional lunch menu of all your favourite pub classics. Queens boasts an extensive range of wines, beers and cocktails available throughout the day.

Step in to discover a traditional pub of unique character, revered for its eclectic range of real ales and its heartily classic pub food, which are served, as they should be, with a generous measure of famous Irish hospitality.

Award-winning OX, guarantees a gastronomic experience with menus developed around the best local and seasonal ingredients. To get a taste of what makes this restaurant worthy of its Michelin star, book the two course set lunch menu for £40 or three courses for £45, available from Thursday to Saturday.

Treat yourself to an indulgent afternoon tea in Belfast with finger sandwiches, sweet treats and steaming pots of tea.

Discover date night ideas near you and enjoy a romantic evening in Belfast with your other half; from intimate restaurants to lively shows and theatre.

From afternoon tea to dinner, drinks and unique entertainment, there are loads of things to do with your friends in Belfast city centre.