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The Morning Star Bar & Restaurant

Restaurante | Belfast | Northern Ireland | Reino Unido

Cocina irlandesa tradicional en Belfast

El "The Morning Star Bar & Restaurant" en Belfast, Irlanda del Norte, es un local histórico que ha existido desde 1810 y se ha hecho un nombre como uno de los pubs más antiguos y tradicionales de la ciudad. Originalmente fundado como una posada para los cocheros de correos en la ruta entre Belfast y Dublín, a lo largo de los siglos se ha convertido en un lugar de encuentro popular para locales y visitantes. Hoy en día, es dirigido por la familia McAlister, que ha asumido el mando desde 1988 y preserva el legado con gran dedicación. El restaurante combina hábilmente la atmósfera de un pub irlandés tradicional con una oferta gastronómica moderna que se centra en ingredientes locales y sostenibles.

Mejores pubs en Irlanda del Norte

El ambiente en "The Morning Star" es único y está impregnado de historia. El edificio, que se encuentra en un estrecho callejón adoquinado, ha sido cuidadosamente restaurado para conservar su encanto victoriano, por ejemplo, mediante el distintivo y ricamente decorado cartel de hierro que cuelga sobre la entrada. En el interior, se encuentra una atmósfera cálida y acogedora con acentos de madera y un toque de nostalgia que recuerda a la época en que el local era iluminado por lámparas de gas. Es un lugar que irradia tanto confort como vitalidad, especialmente en días en que el local está lleno y los huéspedes disfrutan de la famosa hospitalidad de los McAlister.

Restaurante histórico en Belfast

En cuanto a la gastronomía, "The Morning Star" representa una filosofía de "de la granja a la mesa", donde la conexión con la agricultura de Irlanda del Norte es fundamental. La familia, que ha estado en la agricultura durante generaciones, obtiene muchos ingredientes directamente de su propia granja o de productores locales. Están especialmente orgullosos de los filetes, considerados los mejores de Belfast, como el jugoso ribeye o el impresionante steak Tomahawk, preparado por un maestro carnicero de la casa. La cocina también ofrece otras delicias: el "Lamb Stew" es un plato sustancioso que impresiona con sus profundos sabores y carne tierna, mientras que las "Tempura Courgette Frites" aportan un toque moderno con su ligera crocancia. Incluso los acompañamientos, como las "Sweet Potato Fries" caseras o el pan fresco del "Morning Star Kitchen Garden", reflejan el cuidado que se pone en cada detalle.

Ingredientes locales en el restaurante

Además de la comida, "The Morning Star" también es conocido por su selección de bebidas. El bar ofrece una impresionante gama de whiskies irlandeses que combinan perfectamente con los platos contundentes, así como cervezas artesanales locales y cócteles clásicos. Especialmente el asado dominical tiene una fama legendaria y ha sido mencionado entre los mejores del Reino Unido: una comida rica, servida con carne perfectamente cocinada, abundante verdura y una salsa sabrosa.

Hospitalidad auténtica en Belfast

El servicio a menudo se describe como cálido y auténtico, lo que subraya el carácter familiar del local. El personal, que comparte la pasión de los McAlister, se asegura de que los huéspedes se sientan como parte de una gran comunidad. El restaurante ha recibido numerosos premios, incluyendo varios títulos como mejor gastro-pub de la región, lo que refuerza su posición como un punto destacado culinario en Belfast.

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17-19 Pottinger's Entry
BT1 4DT Belfast

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Horarios

Domingo12:00 - 23:30
Lunes11:30 - 0:00
Martes11:30 - 0:00
Miércoles11:30 - 0:00
Jueves11:30 - 0:00
Viernes11:30 - 1:00
Sábado11:30 - 1:00

Reseñas

3308 Reseñas

lesley hutchinson
08.03.2025

Carvery is cheap but really not eatable and very minimal choice. Staff on the buffet didn't look like he wanted to be there and had zero customer service skills
Chloe Jones
07.03.2025

We stumbled upon The Morning Star after two other pubs were too busy to take us, and we are glad we did. The atmosphere and service were immediately impressive. The food, which came quickly, was delicious and far beyond our expectations for pub food. Tasty options for both meat eater and vegetarian. We would highly, highly recommend this pub.
Ben Farrington
07.03.2025

Lovely pub in Belfast, excellent service throughout with phenomenal food. Prices slightly higher than other places nearby but 100% worth the difference, would happily pay more for the quality of food.
Carina Menakker
07.03.2025

If you like being ignored three times, then yes. If you are a person who likes to go to the bar and ask for everything because the waitress ignores you and you asked for a menu and still get ignored, then this is your bar! The food was buffet so ok. You get what you stand for. The ambience is really nice but the tables are a bit sticky. Toilets ok
Emma Ferguson
05.03.2025

Had buffet lunch, it was lovely
Morne Rooschuz
04.03.2025

The worst fish and chips I've had the displeasure of eating. It was clearly overcooked and tasted disgusting. It looked like a burnt croissant that had been plopped on top of the last few chips that had been scraped out of the engine oil they cooked it in. It was difficult to eat the "fish" when it's balanced on top of the chips while half the plate is covered with a streak of tartar sauce. I can't believe they had the gall to serve this. Maybe skip this if you eat here.
Alberto de Sousa
04.03.2025

Pub muito boa Se vai a belfast a não perder
Daniela Lopez Merino
01.03.2025

La comida está muy buena. Tiene buenos precios. Tiene ambiente de bar.
Kim Wilkins
22.02.2025

Nice Irish pub
Mark Nicholl
21.02.2025

Eoin was the consummate, attendant bar man tonight and made us feel at home. Highly recommended, skilled bar man.
Shaun Mulhern
19.02.2025

First time in the Morning Star which was recommended to us, first impressions were the staff who were very attentive and let us choose a table of our choice which we thought was nice, then the food it was absolutely beautiful we had a sharing platter to start and then 2 steaks which were cooked to perfection I can only recommend that you go and try this restaurant/bar out as I will be recommending it to to my friends and colleagues. The staff were brilliant all night and there was no rush and a nice quiet atmosphere, we will be back for a steak soon!!!!
Leonie Johnston
15.02.2025

Really good experience
Helen Robinson
13.02.2025

Always knew of the Morning start and always thought of it as a wee pub down joys entry!! Hubby decided to eat here for my birthday and honestly it is a hidden gem!! The food was absolutely outstanding, the shared starter was amazing it was a meal in itself, the flavours, the staff, the atmosphere was just perfect and very welcoming. The bar man even brought 2 different bottles of wine over for us to try before we decided. Nothing was too much bother. Will definitely be back.
Daniel Freeman
12.02.2025

We both had the roast beef. Food was delicious but portion size was very small for the price paid. £17 for the roast beef was very steep for the size of portion we got. Only half a carrot and no other vegetables! Food was also quite cold which was disappointing. They also charge £1.50 for dilute which I just can’t digest! Don’t think I would recommend, there is better value elsewhere around the city.
Claudio Luis
08.02.2025

Food was amazing! One of the best I had in Belfast
mickey moreland
04.02.2025

Over 17 quid for a large glass of wine and a pint of Guinness. Felt robbed .
María CrDel
02.02.2025

Amazing place in Belfast! Sunday roast was absolutely delicious!
Sinead O
02.02.2025

We visited this place twice for food during our stay. Nice bar with a good atmosphere. The food was tasty and reasonably priced. The waiter on our first visit was very attentive and provided great service however the second visit the waitress was not so attentive. We had to ask to order food after waiting a while. she also forgot the drinks order and had to be reminded which was a bit disappointing after having such a great experience first time around.
Kevin Turner
31.01.2025

Came across this place in a myriad of options locally. What a find ! Initially only for a drunk but then decided to eat..was looking at menu which looked reasonable. We also noted the hit food counter and my wife asked more. Basically a great option of multiple foods at a great price of £8. Only xatch was this food ended at 17.00 but we snuck in! Amazing value and honest food. Staff were all freindly and accommodating. We arrived as strangers but left feeling like freinds. Having since seen other reviews I would honestly say this is definitely worth a visit..
Guy Stringer
31.01.2025

Great beer and good tasty, no fuss food menu. Thoroughly recommend this pub, tucked away in wonderful Belfast.
Anne Cowling
29.01.2025

Good food & service though quiet on Thurs evening
Lawrence Freeman
26.01.2025

Busy old style bar and eatery. A bit of a gem retaining style of yesteryear. Didn't eat but the food looked excellent.

 

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