Location: Portaferry
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Best European food near Portaferry, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom
Find out what European restaurants to try in Portaferry. Portaferry (from Irish Port a' Pheire, meaning 'landing place of the ferry') is a small town in County Down, Northern Ireland, at the southern end of the Ards Peninsula, near the Narrows at the entrance to Strangford Lough. It is home to the Exploris aquarium and is well known for the annual Gala Week Float Parade. It hosts its own small Marina, the Portaferry Marina. The Portaferry - Strangford Ferry service operates daily at 15-minute intervals (8am to 11pm) between the villages of Portaferry and Strangford, less than a mile apart, conveying about 500,000 passengers per annum. It had a population of 2,514 people in the 2011 Census. .
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6. Katch 27
Overall Ratings
5 based on 425 reviews
Reviewed By VRO53
We had heard a lot about this place and had read the reviews. Our expectations were therefore raised. The service was particularly slow with a large portion of the wine consumed before our orders were taken. The menu was indeed extensive and looked promising however the end product did not live up to expectations. Unfortunately rather average. We have eaten in a large number of fish restaurants around the world but this one is some way off the pace. Closer to home the Boat House on the island of Gigha and Cafe Fish in Tobermory are hugely better. Overall not worth the drive to Kircubbin.HiThanks for taking the time to leave a review which has left us all quite shocked!I would love to hear from you to confirm when you dined with us, what you had that was rather average, to discuss the service as it does not ring any bells with our manager or supervisors who do not remember any diners waiting any length of time more than usual to place an order, or any diners who consumed a large portion of wine while waiting, or when checked while dining if there was any problems/issues with their chosen dishes.I'm delighted you have eaten in a lot of restaurants around the world but to say we are off the pace is laughable, we are booked well in advance, we serve only fresh local ingredients, we will keep doing what we do and we do very well, obviously the other diners who leave a review on tripadvisor do not know what they are talking about!By recommending to people the Boat House on the Island of Gigha and Cafe Fish in Tobermory (closer to home HELLO) you could maybe supply the ferry to get the customers from Northern Ireland over to Scotland.I look forward to hearing from you, please ring me on 028427 38222.CheersLeigh
5. The Smugglers Table
Overall Ratings
4 based on 223 reviews
Reviewed By Paul D
Quaint restaurant in Killyleagh a short distance from the water's edge.Charming surroundings, super food, great service and good value - a smuggler's delight!!
4. Portaferry Hotel Restaurant
Overall Ratings
4 based on 257 reviews
Reviewed By sandylindsay
We came here for a late lunch / early dinner after visiting Mount Stewart. I had the large bowl of seafood chowder served with wheaten bread. The chowder had a rich, creamy taste although I'd have preferred less potato and more seafood. The chowder was served in a wide, shallow bowl which looked very tempting, but served in a deeper bowl would have kept the food hot for longer. My wife's hake with garlic potatoes and samphire was served with a tangy, citrus mayonnaise which was delicious.
3. Salthouse Restaurant
Overall Ratings
4 based on 115 reviews
Reviewed By GreyNomad27
For a place that is only open three days a week this restaurant is superb. Great views, lovely friendly staff and delicious, good value food. You can either eat upstairs in the restaurant or a more limit menu in the bar downstairs.
2. The Artisan Cookhouse
Overall Ratings
5 based on 170 reviews
Contemporary Bistro in Strangford, County Down. Using the best of local seasonal produce, cooked simply, letting the ingredients sing for themselves. We pride ourselves on providing high quality and professional service in a friendly and relaxed environme
Reviewed By Deborah R
Great service, friendly, fast and professional. Lovely food at a good price. A clean and lovely place to eat. Only 2-3 minutes walk from the ferry to Portaferry.
1. Saltwater Brig
Overall Ratings
4 based on 280 reviews
Irish country pub serving great food, drink & craic with a relaxed informal style 7 days a week in a rural setting on the shores of Strangford Lough.
Reviewed By 819joanm
After reading great reviews on TA, I made a booking for my husband, grown-up daughter and myself for lunch before heading to Portaferry. We got a lovely welcome and given a choice of table which we picked looking out over the gardens. It was just after noon and lunch service was just beginning. Although quiet, the restaurant/bar had a cosy and relaxed atmosphere, we felt really comfortable and treated like old friends. Armed with wine and a beer the 3 of us decided on an assortment of starters, great decision. Three crumbed brie, two pulled beef sliders (tender beef, bbq sauce in a dinky wee brioche bun) and lightly battered mushrooms. Seriously good food, and plenty of it! As the restaurant started to fill, we were given time to enjoy our food, with attentive but unobtrusive service. This place is wonderful, friendly staff, lovely surroundings and outstanding food. Very resonable prices on drinks and food. Totally recommended. Thank you so much for your kind words, Gives us all a lift. i will ensure all the staff are aware. We hope to see you again soon and thanks for choosing the Brig. Cheers.
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