THE BRIDGE, Douglas - Menu, Prices & Restaurant Reviews

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The Bridge on Douglas Quay may appear deceptively small from the outside, however, step inside and you will discover a spacious interior with a real quayside feel. Its popular outdoor patio area directly overlook Douglas Marina. Enjoy a warm welcome from the team in this recently refurbished house that offers a great choice of wines, cocktails, beers and many other options to enjoy in the light and airy dining area. The kitchen at The Bridge is temporarily closed but will re-open soon enough. Keep an eye on our Facebook page for updates.

CUISINES

Street Food

Special Diets

Vegetarian friendly, Vegan options, Gluten free options

Meals

Lunch, Dinner, Drinks

FEATURES

Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Free Wifi, Table Service

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Chichester1093 contributions

Late Lunchers Welcome!

Jun 2021 • couples

Opting for a late lunch, we were surprised many restaurants were closing at 2:30. The Bridge is open from lunchtime to late evening serving delicious Mexican food. My Pollo Pimenton fajita was excellent as was my wife’s enchilada. Worth a re-visit

Written 10 July 2021

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David C

Dunfermline78 contributions

Mexican food, slowly served

Aug 2021 • none

Surprised to see that The Bridge now has a Mexican menu, but the food was great - when eventually it arrived. Sitting outside in the sun made the wait tolerable. There was a warning note that the kitchen was short staffed so we ordered starters as well as mains. Unfortunately, everything arrived together after an hour’s wait.

Written 30 August 2021

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Iain A

Kirkcaldy672 contributions

Great pub

Aug 2023 • couples

We visited here twice while in Douglas and were impressed both times. First time was for a couple of drinks, where we sat outside on the quayside. Very relaxing. Our second visit was for drinks and snacks. We chose mango chilli chicken and masala fries. Large helpings and tasty good value food. Good friendly service. Recommended.

Written 5 September 2023

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LesWM

Belfast11 contributions

Great cocktails, fresh tasty good value Mexican served with a smile.

Sept 2021 • solo

Tasty good value fresh Mexican food served by really friendly staff who make amazing cocktails. Really liked this quirky fun place with the friendliest staff around.

Written 16 September 2021

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COOPS70

Port St. Mary29 contributions

Best chicken stew

Nov 2019 • couples

Dropped in last Saturday night, only people in the restaurant. We had nachos to start, don’t get the large nachos as the portions are massive. I then had the pollo almalfi, huge bowl and beautifully prepared. Staff are bright, funny and very welcoming. It’s going to be my new go to place when I move to the island in January. Oh and to top it all it’s very reasonably priced.

Written 26 November 2019

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Annette F

Wing17 contributions

Pleasant fun afternoon

Sept 2019 • friends

Stopped here for a quick drink and stayed for 3 hours, host was extremely friendly and accommodating. Would come again m.

Written 29 September 2019

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Clayton le Woods9 contributions

Not good food or service

Sept 2019 • none

Not good food or service we ordered soup witch came luke warm and we sent it back when it returned it was not much warmer certainly not hot. when my fish and chips came the fish was overdone and my wifes curry was very poor as well we will not be returning.

Written 10 September 2019

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HeronBrearleyPubs

Hi there kartings1 Thank you for taking the time to contact us regarding your recent visit to The Bridge, although I am disappointed to learn of your experience. Here at The Bridge, we go to great lengths to ensure all our meals are delicious, from using the freshest of ingredients to cooking every dish to order, and our food is one aspect that we are complimented on the most. With this in mind, I am sorry to hear your soup wasn't served hot, your fish was overdone and your wife's curry did not meet her expectations. Therefore, I would be grateful if you could email me at feedback@hb.im with the date and time of your visit so we can look into this further. Kind regards Lauren Marketing Coordinator

Written 11 September 2019

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Michael B

Zephyr Cove3 contributions

Mike B from Tahoe

Aug 2019 • friends

Nice staff and tasty food. Chef was attentive and helped make the meal special. Out of the ordinary.

Written 30 August 2019

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Anne

3 contributions

Dreadful

May 2019 • friends

Called into the Bridge yesterday for lunch. It did not seem to be busy but my friend and I were left standing at the bar counter for ages. A waitress arrived and went behind the bar to tot up something on the till; we asked if we could have the gluten free menu (as was advertised on the general menu at the bottom) and she said she would be with us shortly. We waited and waited, as did another customer who was trying to pay his bill, nobody arrived but then the waitress appeared again, this time to go behind the bar to prepare some drinks for another customer table. Once again we asked to see the Gluten free menu and she told us she would get it soon. The other gentleman at the bar asked if he could pay his bill and he was also told "I will be back soon" - well we waited and we waited .... the other customer who was trying to pay his bill walked out and left the money inside his menu on the bar. Then another girl appeared - the chef - yippee .... maybe we would be able to see the gluten free menu; she then casually told us that they did not have a gluten free menu (even though it was advertised on the bottom of the general menu) - the wording said "ask to see our gluten/allergy menu), she told us just to choose what we wanted and she would tell us if it was gluten/allergy free. She then disappeared and the waitress came back and went behind the bar and started totting things up on the till, but she looked confused and did not seem to know what she was doing. Again we were ignored, and so was the money which the other customer had left. I asked for chicken and chips but she said "I will be with you soon" - well, after the wait of 20 minutes or so my friend and I just walked out and wont be going back. Lack of staff seemed to be a problem and the restaurant seemed really quiet. The only staff members we seen were the chef who briefly passed through and the inexperienced girl who seemed to be responsible for the bar, the food ordering, serving the meals, serving the drinks and taking the payments. Dreadful experience.

Written 7 May 2019

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HeronBrearleyPubs

Hi there kingorry12 Thank you for taking the time to contact us with such informed comments regarding your recent visit to the Bridge. We are very disappointed to learn of the experience you have described. Unfortunately The Bridge was short staffed on the day of your visit, however this is no excuse for the poor service. We have taken actions to ensure your experience isn't repeated and we would like to discuss this further with you. With this in mind, I would be grateful if you could email me at feedback@hb.im. Kind regards Lauren Marketing Coordinator

Written 13 May 2019

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SanchoPanza#2

5 contributions

Really enjoyable

Apr 2019 • family

A really nice, welcoming place with tasty, straight forward food. For most of our meal we were the only people in (this was midweek and very early evening as we have small kids) but there was still a nice atmosphere probably thanks to the staff who were friendly, helpful and happy. The pizzas were fresh and generous in size and toppings, salad was good as were the garlic dough balls. They also accommodated a picky eater’s pasta request. Some local Okeef’s beer on tap was very good too. It’s in a nice setting right on North quay (easy car park only a minute away on the opposite side, South quay). We would certainly go again if in the Isle of Man.

Written 3 May 2019

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Ange

Durban8 contributions

Delicious Pizza

Mar 2019 • business

We went on a Monday night, pizza was great, it was pretty quiet and we were the only table in the restaurant. Our waitress eventually sat with her friends, having tea, not sure why they felt they needed to sit right next to us when the whole restaurant was empty. Another waiter took over our table and he was pretty slow and we had to call him for attention. Would definitely go back for the pizza though, and would just sit on the other side of the restaurant or take away.

Written 19 April 2019

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Andy Parker Reed

Newark-on-Trent327 contributions

Douglas first meal.

Apr 2019 • couples

On our first night in Douglas, we decided to have a walk around down on the promenade. We took in the sights, took some pictures, and ended up on North Quay. We were getting hungry and had been looking at menu's, and finding things a little pricey! We ended up here in The Bridge. Met by a cheery barmaid, who took us to a table, took our order, and then brought us over 2 glorious beers. In a little while our pizzas and garlic bread turned up. I can honestly say, I was glad we only ordered 2 small pizzas, because I think we might still have been there now eating them! The staff were very attentive, prompt, polite and talkative. Very friendly in fact. The back-ground music, just that. The place was very clean, and the toilets were clean too! The beer was as I like it good and cold. A very enjoyable meal was washed down by some very tasty beer and for a good price too! So good in fact, we went back on our second night, and was greeted like we were regulars! A definite must if in Douglas!

Written 19 April 2019

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John-Kaye5

Leeds504 contributions

A very good place to drink eat and sit watching the boats

Apr 2019 • couples

Called for a drink and ended up staying for a meal as it was very dog friendly as well as being friendly to customers. A limited menu but what we had was very good and served well. Dogs only allowed in the bar area but we returned another night and ate in the restaurant. The lasagna was excellent but beware they are large portions though half portions are available

Written 14 April 2019

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Lynzzi

East Leake72 contributions

Wonderful Italian

Sept 2018 • friends

What a fantastic place. Car park not too far away and The Bridge was great. Nice menu food great. Had a fabulous Red Pepper and Goats Cheese Raviloli. Lovely place and Staff were friendly and helpful.

Written 19 September 2018

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Tony G

Ottershaw92 contributions

Perfect Calzone

Jul 2018 • couples

Just had the most perfect calzone ever, including those eaten in Italy.the chef at The Bridge is a hidden talent. My wife’s Festa di Carne was perfect too. Thanks to the chef and staff for a great experience.

Written 17 July 2018

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