Holohan's is a family owned restaurant situated on University Road, just a stones throw from the Queens University. Holohan's Pantry is located in an old listed building oozing charm and ambience, a mixture of old style surroundings in a bright and welcoming setting. The Pantry offers a unique dining experience, based around great local produce and warm, genuine Irish hospitality. Using classic recipes, updated with modern cooking techniques and some of the best local ingredients, the chefs at Holohans produce food that is both nostalgic and contemporary. There is also a real focus on locally sourced craft beer, ale and cider, and a great selection of some unusual Irish whiskey's. As a family…

PRICE RANGE

US$6 - US$30

Special Diets

Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options, Gluten Free Options

Meals

Lunch, Dinner

CUISINES

Irish, Healthy

FEATURES

Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Highchairs Available, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Wine and Beer, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Digital Payments, Free Wifi, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service, Live Music

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David P

3 reviews

Reviewed 4 days ago via mobile

Nice meals in a friendly atmosphere

Charming and cozy restaurant providing unfussy but delicious food close to University College. The thin potato pancakes called boxtys are the signature dish. Fillings are seafood or chicken both in creamy sauces. We had one of each and didn’t leave a scrap. Tasty desserts (spicy...ample crumble and a tipsy chocolate mousse) were also enjoyed, friendly efficient service. What’s not to like ?More

Date of visit: November 2023

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Gill H

2 reviews

Reviewed 1 week ago

Superb

Had a wonderful meal at this gorgeous little restaurant during a recent visit to Belfast. Attentive staff and great atmosphere. Highly recommended.

Date of visit: November 2023

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Beardall M

11 reviews

Reviewed 1 week ago

Well worth a visit

Lovely restaurant with very friendly staff. Good range of food and drinks available, service was very well timed and we all had a great evening

Date of visit: November 2023

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nicole8585

28 reviews

Reviewed 2 weeks ago

Fantastic meal in Belfast

Fantastic restaurant for a higher end meal in Belfast. I booked online but accidentally booked for 2 not 3 - the manager was able to accomodate us at a slightly later time very kindly. We sat in a very cute booth. The food was absolutely...delicious and well priced, and the staff were very kind, hospitable and had great recommendations. Highly recommend this restaurant for a meal in Belfast - but book ahead!More

Date of visit: November 2023

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Stay29407150457

6 reviews

Reviewed 2 weeks ago via mobile

A great evening

Excellent food, great service and a fair price. One suggestion, it was a little crowded upstairs but overall a great experience.

Date of visit: November 2023

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AndyAbroad77

33 reviews

Reviewed 2 weeks ago via mobile

Excellent food and charm

We went here last month as a family and it was a lovely evening. This charming family owned restaurant has a nice homely feel and the service was excellent. The menu was fine for adults and kids and the food was excellent. We will be...backMore

Date of visit: November 2023

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robertcR9859YF

8 reviews

Reviewed 2 weeks ago

Delicious food .

The food was delicious and the service friendly and welcoming . A gem of a place . Totally recommend !

Date of visit: October 2023

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Maps24121594523

1 review

Reviewed 2 weeks ago

Fabulous Sunday dinner.

Called in to have dinner before Tom Jones concert on Sunday evening, lovely options on the menu, we both opted for the Sunday Roast Beef dinner, which was cooked to perfection, veg, mash, Yorkshire pudding and roast potatoes. Deserts were also delicious. Excellent food, good...wine efficient staff. Highly recommended.More

Date of visit: June 2022

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StuartM2510

4 reviews

Reviewed 3 weeks ago

First class lunch!

Food and service was first class. I had steak sandwich and was cooked to perfection with freshly cut and lovely seasoning on the chips. The menu for lunch looked better than dinner if that is 1 constructive thing I could say. Fairly priced for the...quality of food we received. Would love to go back for lunch again.More

Date of visit: November 2023

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lucyannehickey

2 reviews

Reviewed 3 weeks ago

Am-az-ing

The atmosphere was very chilled and welcoming. The food was on another level; it was a taste sensation. Service was quick. Very glad we booked.

Date of visit: November 2023

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caths18

4 reviews

Reviewed 3 weeks ago

Lovely cosy restaurant - excellent food and service.

We visited on a short trip to Belfast. The restaurant is very comfortable and cosy making the dining experience delightful. The service was excellent with staff very attentive but not intrusive. The food was fabulous - the boxty is highly recommended .

Date of visit: October 2023

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Victoria W

2 reviews

Reviewed 4 weeks ago via mobile

Try a Boxty!

The food was delicious — REALLY GOOD — and it was a really nice place. All the people working there were very kind as well!!

Date of visit: October 2023

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CoxClan

60 reviews

Reviewed 4 weeks ago via mobile

What a wonderful recommendation!

Such a fabulous restaurant. Really cosy, with a lovely relaxed vibe. The service was so warm and friendly. And the food? Delicious. We both had the beef stew boxty which was delicious and beautifully cooked.

Date of visit: October 2023

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Nicholas B

114 reviews

Reviewed 5 weeks ago

Wonderful meal in Belfast

A delightful restaurant, service is great. The food is divine. This is another restaurant in Belfast that is splendid anywhere in the world and should be put on a list of places to visit. Definitely make a reservation. I did not find all the food...to be sublime, but it was all really really good and that is the thing with food and many other things in life, we all have different tastes. This is absolutely a restaurant to try and rate yourself and one I would visit again.More

Date of visit: October 2023

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Peter L

19 reviews

Reviewed 21 October 2023

Great food and excellent service in a friendly casual dining setting - what more could you ask for?

Small restaurant serving traditional Irish food with traditional Irish hospitality. Service was excellent with advice on where to go for a drink after dinner.

Date of visit: September 2023

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lawrences344

I’d like to book a room for meal for my mom’s birthday,( 15 people ) is it possible

10 April 2022|

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I think it’s best you contact the restaurant directly. There was certainly quite a large group when I was there.

Journey51296940465

Parking facilities

28 August 2021|

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There is parking for a bicycle but not for a car, nor a horse

kelly1965_11

Just checking what are options like for vegetarians?

25 July 2018|

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I had a Vegetarian Boxty myself and it was absolutely delicious. Not sure about Vegan options but I would definitely call the restaurant and ask. They are very friendly and helpful.

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Holohans Pantry is rated accordingly in the following categories by Tripadvisor travellers:

Food: 5
Service: 5
Value: 4.5
Atmosphere: 5