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The Seahorse Restaurant and Bar, Belfast, Belfast

The Seahorse Restaurant and Bar

4.0
4
16 Reviews
£41 and over
Irish

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2 people
19:00
Experiences are available.
  • Good for special occasions
  • Fancy
  • Great for fine wines
Indulge in an extraordinary dining journey at The Seahorse Restaurant, where Northern Ireland's culinary excellence takes centre stage.

With meticulous attention to sourcing locally and seasonally, our Executive Head Chef Damian Tumilty curates an exquisite 8-course tasting experience, complete with decadent wine pairings.

Each dish is a harmonious blend of carefully selected ingredients, showcasing the alchemy of Northern Irish food. From succulent seafood to tender beef, every bite tells a story of our region's rich gastronomic heritage.

Immerse yourself in flavours crafted with passion and precision.

Join us in the luxury of our 5 star setting in the Grand Central Hotel for a culinary adventure unlike any other, where every dish is a masterpiece waiting to be discovered.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Price
    £41 and over
  • Cuisines
    Irish, Modern European, Fine cuts
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Thu–Sat 18:30–21:00
  • Phone number
    028 9023 1066
  • Website
    https://www.grandcentralhotelbelfast.com/seahorse/#dine
  • Payment Options
    Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Damian Tumilty

Experiences

  • Taste of Northern Ireland

    £80.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    The Seahorse Restaurant introduces an expertly curated eight-course tasting menu created by Chef Damian Tumilty, this stunning AA Rosette Award-winning venue offers a memorable culinary experience. Indulge in locally produced dishes like Conway Farm Asparagus with Quail Egg, Spring Pea Panna Cotta with Crab and Caviar, Moiled Irish Beef with Smoked Brisket, and Waggle Dance Honey Parfait. Complete your gastronomic evening with a night cap in the Observatory Sky Bar, Ireland's tallest cocktail bar. Discover more are: https://www.grandcentralhotelbelfast.com/seahorse/ A discretionary 10% service charge will be added to your bill and is only applicable where table service is included.
    Taste of Northern Ireland photo

  • Stay & Dine

    £50.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    Savour our 4-course set dinner of intricate delicacies presented by Executive Chef Damian Tumilty and his talented team. A discretionary 10% service charge will be added to your bill and is only applicable where table service is included.

  • Cream Tea

    £15.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    Enjoy a sumptuous afternoon with Cream Tea in the Seahorse Lounge. Delight in the timeless tradition featuring freshly baked scones, rich clotted cream, lemon cake, and a selection of fine teas.
    Cream Tea photo

Menu

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What 16 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.0
4 based on all time ratings
  • 4.2Food
  • 4.1Service
  • 3.8Ambience
  • 3.7Value

Noise • Energetic

16 Reviews

  1. Ruth

    N. Ireland

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on 9 November 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 4
    We waited at the entrance for 10 minutes for someone to acknowledge us after we arrived. We were shown to our table and waited 25 minutes for our drinks order to be taken. The first course of the tasting menu came out after 35 minutes. I was not asked if I wanted another drink the entire duration of my stay. My husband had the wine pairing and didn’t receive all of the pairings. The descriptions of the wines were rubbish “2018 from Oregon” - nothing about the wine or why it complimented the food. After 3 hours we still hadn’t received our final course and decided to leave. When we went to pay the manager and wait staff were sitting on the floor behind the bar. Truly awful service. The staff were polite but it was very apparent the restaurant was understaffed and it ruined our experience. The food itself was just okay. Not comparable to Ox or Muddlers Club (even though it’s priced the same). We won’t be back.

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  2. Jolene

    N. Ireland

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on 13 October 2024

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    I am unable to comment on the experience because the booking was not upheld - on arrival was informed the seahorse can only be booked for hotel residents and therefore we couldn't use it.

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  3. thomas

    Dublin

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on 20 September 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 1
    Staff not experienced food was of medium quality 

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  4. OrintaJ

    N. Ireland

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 1 March 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Service was 5 star. Tomas was very attentive and helpful.
    The Seahorse Restaurant and BarResponded on 14 March 2024
    Dear Orinta, Thank you for your 5* Review. We hope to welcome you back in the near future. Kind regards, Matthew

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  5. RobinI

    N. Ireland

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 16 February 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The 8 course taster menu was amazing. Every course was excellent 👍. Service first class - really enjoyed the whole experience.

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  6. AlJF

    Dublin

    6 reviews

    4.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on 16 December 2023

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    We had the tasting menu on a work night out. There were 10 of us. The local food was fantastic and sadly let down by the very slow service. I think the restaurant was very understaffed ? Illness. The staff that were there did their best but service, particularly of drinks was very, very slow. The 7 courses took around 3.5 hours.
    The Seahorse Restaurant and BarResponded on 20 January 2024
    Hi AIJF, I'm glad you enjoyed the local food during your work night out. I do apologise for the slow service. Thank you for your feedback.

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  7. GemmaM

    N. Ireland

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on 9 December 2023

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    The restaurant was cold. We waited for 25 mins for a drink. Got bread after 35 minutes and our starter after 45 minutes. It wasn't even busy, so not like staff run off their feet. No ambience. very expensive. Food was good but I was absolutely ravenous by the time it arrived. I wouldn't be back nor would I recommend it.
    The Seahorse Restaurant and BarResponded on 20 January 2024
    I'm sorry to hear about your disappointing experience at the restaurant. It's frustrating when the service doesn't meet expectations, especially when there are significant delays. Waiting 25 minutes for a drink and even longer for bread and the starter can certainly be frustrating, particularly when the restaurant isn't busy. It's good to hear that the food was eventually enjoyable. I hope you will give us the opportunity to regain your trust. Thank you for your feedback. Kind regards, Matthew

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  8. FraserM

    Edinburgh

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 13 October 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had the 8 course tasting menu with wine pairings. It was a great experience with the knowledgeable staff.
    The Seahorse Restaurant and BarResponded on 20 January 2024
    Hi Fraser, Thank you for your wonderful review! I 'll be sure to share your feedback with Michael. Kind regards, Matthew

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  9. ANNE

    N. Ireland

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 7 October 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Just excellent in every way. Possibly best meal we have ever had. Would be great for more people to know about it
    The Seahorse Restaurant and BarResponded on 20 January 2024
    HI Anne, Thank you for your glowing review. Best Regards, Matthew

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  10. OpenTable Diner

    N. Ireland

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on 1 September 2023

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 1
    Dining room was completely empty. No atmosphere. Too expensive.

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FAQs

The Seahorse Restaurant and Bar is rated 4 stars by 16 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
19:00
Experiences are available.
Google Map for The Seahorse Restaurant and Bar

Grand Central Hotel, 9-15 Bedford Street, Belfast, Belfast BT2 7FT

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Behind City Hall, in Belfast city centre.
  • Area
    Belfast
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Thu–Sat 18:30–21:00
  • Price
    £41 and over
  • Cuisines
    Irish, Modern European, Fine cuts
  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment Options
    Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Damian Tumilty
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Entertainment, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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