If you fancy somewhere different for your dinner or quirky for your cuppa, here are 11 great spots in the wider Carrickfergus, Larne and Ballymena areas.
Ranging from a 200-year-old schoolhouse to railway-themed dining, there’s something to suit everyone.
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9. Ballygally Castle, Ballygally
It's not very often you get the chance to dine in the grounds of a 17th century castle, but at Ballygally you can do just that. The charming Garden Restaurant features a wide selection of locally sourced produce, ranging from a full Irish breakfast or continental breakfast in the morning to an extensive Sunday Buffet Lunch. Photo: Google
10. Carriages, Larne
Another one for enthusiasts of train travel, Carriages is a long established pizza bar and restaurant that has a distinct railway theme, with original train seats and windows. As well as its popular Italian fare, it also serves a range of other dishes from freshly cooked steaks to grilled gammon. Photo: Google
11. Kings Road coffee shop, Whitehead
Situated in a building that predates the Titanic, this beautiful café has a vaulted wooden ceiling and striking stained glass window, transporting customers back in time while they enjoy a cuppa with a sweet treat or a hearty meal. For those who are often accompanied by a canine companion, it's also dog-friendly. Photo: Google