Il Pirata

279-281 Upper Newtownards Rd, Belfast
028 9065 9612

Recent Reviews

Amber C

We usually come here for family and couple meals and it has never disappointed. The food was good but the service was shocking, after receiving our food the waitress (with purple hair) didn't visit our table for over an hour. Manager saw this and didn't do anything, such a shame

Ade Tone

Menu is a bit off the beaten track. Staters and desserts were good but found it very hard to choose a main. In the end i went for a mediocre carbonara.Parking: Parking restrictions may apply before 6pm

James Rea

Outstanding food and service to match. Tried and trusted combo of small plates and mains didn't disappoint. The polenta and gnocchi as sides should be mandatory. The cheesey garlic bread deserves much more than the rudimentary name it was given... another level. Really, really, really good. Youngsters loved it too.

Ryan Turner

Best Sunday roast I've had in a long time, great service and selection of drinks.

Denis Mancevic

If you have a dog - don't even try it, rude and quite unpleasant "we don't serve with dogs". It's good that there is great alternative pizza place just around the corner!

Michelle B

Went here with my partner to try, and it was beautiful.We had two pieces of bread for a starter, which alone on the menu was unreal, having so many different options to choose from.The food itself was lovely, very flavourful, it was too flavourful for my taste, but it's not worth giving a lower rate for, since it's a personal preference.The desserts were lovely as well, and the drinks of course!The servers were wonderful and attentive as well, which made the experience lovely.Thank you!

Micha B

Went here with my partner to try, and it was beautiful.We had two pieces of bread for a starter, which alone on the menu was unreal, having so many different options to choose from.The food itself was lovely, very flavourful, it was too flavourful for my taste, but it's not worth giving a lower rate for, since it's a personal preference.The desserts were lovely as well, and the drinks of course!The servers were wonderful and attentive as well, which made the experience lovely.Thank you!

Kim Davies

Gorgeous brunch on Saturday with cocktails because why not? Always a warm welcome from Naomi and team and food and cocktails were gorgeous. This place never disappoints

Jacqueline Gray

Food was fantastic. We hadn't been for a while after being regular customers for years. Menu has lots of variety, whether you want small or larger meal, and my arancini starter followed by meatball bruschetta was delicious. Will be back soon.

John Gallagher

Wow. A fantastic Italian. Every time I go here I'm impressed with the service but most of all the food. I had a tomato based dish (sorry can't remember which!) and it was out of this world. The meatballs starter was seriously tasty too. Goats cheese polenta which we've had before is very good too.My partner had carbonara and was less impressed - she said it was OK but not amazing. However that's her experience and mine was epic so giving this five stars.They do the best 0% beer - Heineken - on draft. Best 0% beer I've ever tasted.They even do gluten free pasta. If you're into Italian food, I don't think you'll be disappointed (although I've never been to Italy so take that with a grain of salt maybe!)Dietary restrictions: They do gluten free pasta.

Angela Redmond

My wife and I tried the sharing Sunday Chicken Roast..it was delicious and even had loads left to take away.The service is second to none and the atmosphere is so relaxed..it's always a lovely experience dining here.

Dave Wright

The food was phenomenal and a really nice change from what's available locally. The initial service from the waitress was amazing, but after we asked to move tables (my father is hearing impaired and we got sat next to a large party that was quite loud) the waiter with the black face mask on nearly ruined the meal (ignoring us (to the point of the busboy serving us (great kid)), refusing to pour wine, essentially throwing wine glasses at us, etc.). We figured asking to move wasn't a big issue, but apparently that was too much to ask of the waiter, who pretty much ignored us after we moved to his section.Overall the food was absolutely brilliant (5 stars), but I wish the service was better (the one waiter really drags the entire staff down which is very unfortunate).

Anna Burton

When we arrived we hadn't booked a table. Although we arrived at 5.30pm on a Thursday so it wasn't busy. We were met with a rude host telling us we could dine but would have to leave by 7. 30. We made the mistake of just leaving then. The restaurant is quite large with well over 20 tables and there only one table with two people dining at that moment. To say that to a customer was just arrogant and unnecessary. He continued to be very dull and like we were not wanted for the rest of the evening. The food was okay but definitely not worth the pricing. Won't be back.

Sarah McGaffin

Food was just okay. Simply not very tasty. Focaccia starter was not focaccia as we know it -couldnt taste any rosemary or salt, and wasn't the same texture as we're used to (seemed just like normal sandwich bread?!).Arancini nice and crispy, but again lacked taste.Pasta mains were fine. Lovely soft prawns in the prawn pasta, but again overall lacked taste.I think they missed the truffle off the truffle and parmesan potatoes.Staff were attentive and wine was good.Won't rush back.

dianecN9589CI

Delicious I ordered lemon chicken. Sides of Parmesan fries were excellent. Nice space and staff attentive. Good atmosphere

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