The only thing better than having expertly prepared food placed straight in front of you, is to dine out with a magnificent view of a river, lake or the sea itself.
Any time of the year can provide the perfect opportunity to taste the finest food-with-a-view restaurants Northern Ireland has to offer.
Here are the top 19 restaurants in Northern Ireland to go to for their stunning waterfront views:
9. The Conservatory at Galgorm, Ballymena, County Antrim
The Galgorm is known for many things, including its luxury spa facilities, but there is another appealing aspect to this escapist’s dream: the river room and conservatory.Built on the edge of a river, The Conservatory at Galgorm Resort & Spa supplies some of the most dynamic and incredible views for those lucky enough to see. Here, customers can have a delicious breakfast in the morning and a high tea in the afternoon if the glamour and massages of the Galgorm weren’t enough to peak some interest alone. Photo: Galgorm website
10. Novelli at City Quays, Belfast
Novelli’s at City Quays offers some of the most prestigious services and unbelievable sights, boasting the title of one of the most desired restaurants to visit. Jean Christophe is a renowned chef, making his Irish debut in Belfast with this multi-michelin star restaurant. The view from this spectacular establishment serves as the icing on the cake of this luxurious estate, with the outdoor seating overlooking the gorgeous River Lagan and majestic Titanic Quarter straight across the way. Photo: Novelli at City Quay via Facebook
11. Pyke N’ Pommes, Derry / Londonderry
Pyke N’ Pommes operates from a refurbished shipping container and a reconstructed double decker bus with gorgeous retro seating inside.After being founded in 2013 with signature street food, Pyke N’ Pomme strive to give people an accessible place to get great food with a place to eat it. Based in the city centre with a riverside view, this supplies a unique and incomparable view of the River Foyle glistening below and dazzling reviews suggest the quirky restaurant provides the best burgers in the whole of Ireland. Photo: Pyke N’ Pommes via Facebook
12. The Cuan, Strangford, County Down
The Cuan is another restaurant and hotel in an ideal location with the best of views, overlooking the best of Strangford Lough’s fabulous view of the sea. Mere minutes from Strangford Castle, the Cuan is surrounded by water and the sun, giving the most picturesque views. The traditional interior embraces the history of the land, creating an aesthetic appeal, with consistent effort and quality making this a majorly successful business that is surely worth a try. Photo: The Cuan via Facebook