Top 10 best places for Sunday lunch in Belfast

Check out our list of the best Sunday Roast and send us your recommendations

Sunday roast dinner
Author: Eve JacksonPublished 2nd Nov 2023
Last updated 2nd Nov 2023

Is there anything better than a proper roast dinner?

Juicy meat, creamy mash, fresh veg, perfectly crispy seasoned roast potatoes, enough gravy to drown the plate and a Yorkshire pudding the size of your head.

If you’ve been longing for this taste of heaven, then look no further

The Bowery

Located on the Lisburn Road, this restaurant hosts a spin on the traditional Sunday roast with its Sunday Sharing board.

For £50 per couple, customers can enjoy a selection of roasts alongside two starters. Created for two, guests are provided the choice of pork loin, turkey ballotine and sirloin steak, as well as a vegan nut roast meaning anyone can find something to meet their taste.

Sleepy Hollow Restaurant

Starting off with this farm-turned-bistro on the Kiln Road in Newtownabbey. This restaurant is just a 10-minute drive from Belfast, with its Sunday Roast menu offering a 3-course meal for £32.95.

Sourcing only from local suppliers this restaurant provides a modern take on Irish hearty food that is one not to miss.

The Morning Star Bar & Restaurant

The Morning Star is one of Belfast's most historic and oldest pubs dating back as far as 1810 first built as a coaching stop for the Belfast to Dublin post.

While being known for having some of the best Guinness, this bar and restaurant also has prize winning beef and lamb sourced from local farmers. Named top 30 pubs for Sunday lunch in UK, The Morning Star is one you must visit.

Darcy's Restaurant

This family-run restaurant focuses on traditional food of highest quality and a hearty feel. Situated on Bradley Place, this restaurant has a cosy warm feel with its dim light and candle lit tables.

Providing only the best for its Sunday lunch menu, customers have the choice of lamb shank, honey roasted ham, deserts such as fresh fruit pavlova and chocolate fudge.

James St South

One of the best restaurants in Belfast, James St South is never one to skip especially when looking for an all fulfilling Sunday roast. A choice of 2 courses at £28.00 and 3 courses for £32.00 is available while still having their weekly a la carte menu available.

Fancy a drink before or after your meal? James St South has a beautifully contemporary bar area where you will find an extensive list of whisky, beer, cider, and gins.

Ben Madiagan's Bar & Kitchen

This newly renovated Bar & Kitchen returns the tradition and old-fashioned service back to Cavehill Road. Ben Madigan's has a wide menu providing vegetarian friendly, vegan options, gluten free options for special dietary requirements.

Home of the staggering Sunday Sharing Platter at £64.95. This generous platter serves four adults or 2 adults & 3 kids. Made from only the finest Slow Braised Beef, Stuffed Pork, or Turkey, Ham and Stuffing. Customers can choose up to two delicious meats, complete with all the trimmings.

Pug Ugly's

Looking for something a little different for you Sunday Roast? Pug Uglys is a dog friendly pub with live music, live sport, great pints and sharing cocktails!

Serving quirky pub grub with a few traditional favourites served daily from 12 noon this fresh, fun bar can be found on Bedford Street at the heart of linen quarter area of Belfast.

Cyprus Avenue

Situated on the Upper Newtownards Road in East Belfast, Sundays at Cyprus Avenue have everything you could want. With its use of local produce and a wide plant-based offering, this restaurant is a great choice for everyone regardless of their dietary choice.

Enjoy a 3 course Sunday menu from £35pp and why not dine under their twinkly fairy lights in their all-year-round heated terrace.


The Thirsty Goat

Looking for a tasty Sunday meal then a night in the town? Then The Thirsty Goat is the place for you. Situated in the heart of the cathedral quarter, Hill Street, this restaurant is a primary spot for a night in Belfast's most popular area.

With 2 courses at £19.95 and 3 courses at £23.95 this delicious menu will get you ready for a night in the town.

The Northern Whig

This restaurant is a perfect blend of luxury and comfort, with the warmth of a cosy bar but style of a modern upcoming restaurant.

Located on Bridge Street just around the corner from Cathedral Quarter, The Northern Whig sources only the best local ingredients that is clearly reflected in the quality of the dishes with its Sunday 3 course menu £26.00 from 1pm-8pm.

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