Balloo House
1 Comber Road
Killinchy
County Down
BT23 6PA
Northern Ireland
Tel: 028 9754 1210
Ballo House was formerly a coaching house, with a history stretching back to 1860. It now features a bar and a restaurant/lounge, with open fires creating an old world charm that visitors find particularly endearing.
The Bay Tree
Audley Court
118 High Street
Holywood
County Down
BT18 9HW
Northern Ireland
Tel: 028 9042 6414
The Bay Tree is a coffee house in Holywood that is approached via an 18th century archway amid a courtyard of shops. It also features a sun terrace where guests can enjoy al fresco dining on sunny days.
Dufferin Arms Coaching Inn
33 High Street
Killyleagh
County Down
BT30 9QF
Northern Ireland
Tel: 028 4482 1134
Set in the shadow of the imposing Killyleagh Castle, the Dufferin Arms Coaching Inn is a traditional Irish pub with a friendly, welcoming atmosphere. Featuring roaring open fires, it is also famous for its country kitchen style cuisine.
Grace Neill’s
33 High Street
Donaghadee
County Down
BT21 0AH
Northern Ireland
Tel: 028 9188 4595
Grace Neill’s has been recognised by the Guinness Book of Record as Ireland’s oldest pub, established in 1611. It has retained its historic character and boasts a food menu that is second to none.
Lisbarnett House
181 Killinchy Road
Killyleagh
County Down
BT23 5NE
Northern Ireland
Tel: 028 9754 1589
Having started life as a one-storey post-house for horse drawn vehicles, today Lisbarnett House features a saloon bar, lounge/dining area and a public bar, although its has retained its traditional and authentic atmosphere.
Platform
25-29 Hibernia Street
Holywood
County Down
BT18 9JE
Northern Ireland
Tel: 028 9042 4759
The Platform boasts a railway theme throughout, with tables made from converted railway carriages, creating a unique and intriguing venue to enjoy a drink or something to eat.
Portaferry Hotel Restaurant
10 The Strand
Portaferry
County Down
BT22 1PE
Northern Ireland
Tel: 028 4272 8231
The Portaferry Hotel Restaurant enjoys a stunning location overlooking Strangford Lough, and boasts an international reputation for its seafood. The Portaferry Hotel restaurant is the proud holder of three AA rosettes, and is a previous winner of the RAC Restaurant of the Year award.
The Primrose Bar and Restaurant
30 Main Street
Ballynahinch
County Down
BT30 9DU
Northern Ireland
Tel: 028 9756 3177
The Primrose Bar is set in a former blacksmith shop and combines old-world charm with a lively and friendly atmosphere, and enjoys a reputation for great food.