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Oregano

Ballyrobert Road, Newtownabbey, Northern Ireland
028 9084 0099
4.0 of 5 stars 34 Reviews
Price range: £13 - £25
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Restaurant details
Good for: Child-friendly, Romantic, Business, Local cuisine, Special Occasion Dining, Entertaining clients
Dining options: Lunch Spot, Dinner, Reservations
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34 reviews from our community

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Jill L
N.Ireland
Reviewer
5 reviews
1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 January 2012

Went here last night with my husband and two of our friends. Great experience from we arrived until we left. Atmosphere was lovely - it was really busy and there was a real buzz about the place. The staff were attentive without being intrusive. And the food was second to none. I had the best risotto ever for starter and... More

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tootlesthetaxi
Belfast, United Kingdom
2 reviews
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 January 2012

Had a lovely lunch here and food was outstanding. Have to say that I agree with other reviewers in that the portions are rather small for the main course. Kids can eat free when with a paying adult and the menu for children is not just the usual fish fingers and chips etc. Not offered a wine list at all... More

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HollydogIslandmagee
Northern Ireland
Senior Contributor
21 reviews
25 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 December 2011

We went to the Oregano on 23rd December to celebrate my birthday with our daughter We have not been before and we will certainly return again Very nice modern decor very friendly staff and excellent food As it was just before Christmas it was busy but we never felt rushed The only downside was that we asked for a jug... More

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GAZBOW
CARRICKFERGUS
Contributor
16 reviews
19 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 December 2011

Have visited the Oregano numerus times over the years, and have never been disappointed with regards to food or service. OK its pricier than average but the overall quality offsets this. Being a venison fan this restaurant does one of the best steaks, done perfectly. Check out the menu on line! Unlike other eating establishments you don't feel squashed in... More

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Rosy944
Parkgate
1 review
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 December 2011

I go to Oregano several times a year and have always found the food excellent and the staff attentive and helpful. I was very disappointed when I visited today with friends for a Christmas/birthday combined outing. It was not the food or service that were at fault, it was the temperature in the restaurant, it was freezing! There was a... More

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CATHERINE REGAN, Owner at Oregano, responded to this review
9 December 2011

I am sorry to hear you didn't enjoy your recent experience in Oregano, as a regular you will know that the restaurant is usually warm but unfortunatley on your visit yesterday it was bitterly cold outside with strong gale force winds. This was an exceptional circumstance with very poor weather conditions and a busy service with diners coming and going.... More

SandraNIreland
N Ireland
Reviewer
3 reviews
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 December 2011

I have ben to this restaurant many times and have always enjoyed the food. The staff are very pleasant and the interior of the restaurant looks lovely after its make over. However today I took 4 friends and while they all enjoyed the food the whole experience was ruined because we were so cold. It wasn't only us who had... More

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CATHERINE REGAN, Owner at Oregano, responded to this review
9 December 2011

I am sorry to hear you didn't enjoy your recent experience in Oregano, as a regular you will know that the restaurant is usually warm but unfortunatley on your visit yesterday it was bitterly cold outside with strong gale force winds. This was an exceptional circumstance with very poor weather conditions and a busy service with diners coming and going.... More

kahman c
Belfast, United Kingdom
Senior Reviewer
6 reviews
1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 December 2011

the other half took me out for dinner here and it was absolutely delightful, the staff were attentive and friendly and it had a nice atmosphere. We drove 35miles for this restaurent and it was worth every mile, the bill wasn't cheap but you would need to be paying a high price for good food it's just a shame it... More

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jazzer37
Ireland
Senior Contributor
36 reviews
15 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 November 2011
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Very good restaurant despite tiny portions (left hungry after 2 course lunch). Much commented upon complaint which owner will ignore ultimately to his cost. I did complain at the cost of the sparkling water. Two smallish glasses, bottle not taken to table so imagine it was filled from large bottle in kitchen: £1.80 a pop. This is clearly a rip... More

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Issi_7
Co Antrim Northern Ireland
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13 reviews
34 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 November 2011

..menu leaving you spoiled for choice andthe food certainly did not disappoint!!.. We will certainly return..Very impressed. More

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Berta26
Co. Down, Northern Ireland
Reviewer
5 reviews
2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 November 2011

Went for a mid-week treat and really enjoyed the food. It was a Seafood theme this particular night and the standard of the food was very high. The staff were very pleasant also. More

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