Amidst a backdrop of gastronomic excellence, the winners of The Northern Ireland Restaurant Awards 2023 have been unveiled.
These awards acknowledge restaurants that provide exceptional, upscale dining experiences. They celebrate the combination of exquisite cuisines, impeccable services, and elegant ambiances that create memorable fine dining outings.
These awards also showcase the diverse talents and culinary prowess of restaurants in Northern Ireland, highlighting their contributions to the region’s dining scene and recognising their commitment to delivering exceptional experiences to their guests.
The recipients of these coveted awards have demonstrated an unparalleled commitment to culinary excellence, pushing boundaries, and offering unforgettable services. Their passion, creativity, and dedication have earned them well-deserved recognition.
A Spokesperson for The Northern Ireland Restaurant Awards said: “These Awards serve as a platform to highlight the outstanding contributions of restaurants and individuals who play a vital role in shaping Northern Ireland’s vibrant food scene. By acknowledging their achievements, we aim to inspire continued innovation, collaboration, and growth within the industry.
We extend our heartfelt congratulations to all the winners and finalists of The 1st Northern Ireland Restaurant Awards 2023. Their commitment to excellence has undoubtedly raised the bar for the country’s culinary landscape.”
The winners of The 1st Northern Ireland Restaurant Awards 2023 are:
Fish & Chips Restaurant of the Year
Rolo’s Traditional Fish and Chips (Antrim)
Burger Restaurant of the Year
Phat Bastrd Burger (Bangor)
Noodles Restaurant of the Year
Thap Thai (Carrickfergus)
Hotel Restaurant of the Year
Portrush Atlantic Hotel (Portrush)
European Restaurant of the Year
Deanes EIPIC (Belfast)
Spanish Restaurant of the Year
Pacha Restaurant (Newcastle)
Mediterranean Restaurant of the Year
Chef and Manager (Newtownards)
Italian Restaurant of the Year
Scalini (Belfast)
Turkish Restaurant of the Year
Turkish Kebab and Pizza House (Lisburn)
Lebanese / Arabic Restaurant of the Year
Cedar Restaurant (Londonderry)
Restaurant Team of the Year
Guapo Fresh Mexican (Londonderry)
Curry Restaurant of the Year
The Jharna (Belfast)
Pizza Restaurant of the Year
Pizza on the Square (Belfast)
Indian Restaurant of the Year
The Naz Indian Cuisine (Belfast)
Bangladeshi Restaurant of the Year
Bangla (Bangor)
Chinese Restaurant of the Year
The Welcome Restaurant (Belfast)
Japanese Restaurant of the Year
Sushi Cafe (Belfast)
Nepalese Restaurant of the Year
Kathmandu Inn (Ballyclare)
Thai Restaurant of the Year
Thaitanic Cuisine (Belfast)
Mexican Restaurant of the Year
Bebe Adrianos Mexicanos (Bangor)
Fine Dining Restaurant of the Year
Sperrin Restaurant (Ballycastle)
Vegetarian Restaurant of the Year
Umi Falafel (Belfast)
Buffet Restaurant of the Year
Steamboat (Belfast)
Outstanding Restaurant of the Year
The Top of the Town (Antrim)
Best World Cuisine
Deanes at Queens (Belfast)
Street Food Restaurant of the Year
Hungry Hungarian (Armagh)
Seafood Restaurant of the Year
Lobster Pot (Strangford)
Family Restaurant of the Year
Scalini (Belfast)
Romantic Restaurant of the Year
Wine and Brine (Craigavon)
Best of Belfast
Neill’s Hill Brasserie
Sushi Restaurant of the Year
Sushi Cafe (Belfast)
Best of Northern Ireland
AMPM (Belfast)
Country Restaurant of the Year
The Hungry Goat (Dungannon)
Diner of the Year
The Olderfleet Bar & Restaurant (Larne)
Restaurant of the Year
No 14 at The Georgian House (Newtownards)
