Browns in Derry

We attended Browns Bonds Hill on 26th Saturday night, the atmosphere was pleasant, a good buzz about the restaurant. Went for the tasting menu with wine. Staff very friendly and attentive. Wine was good but not exceptional, as was the food, but certainly no complaints. only one small downer to the evening was that our daughter had bought us a £50 voucher, unfortunately we had a major fire in our house and the voucher was lost. Even though we had proof of purchase, suddenly Browns turned into a corporate restaurant, and even the suggestion of a discount possibly for a future meal was met with the computer says no reaction. This being our third tasting menu meal at your restaurant, unfortunately I think will be our last. kind Regards Jon Wilson

Delicious food eg i had the Monkfish; and my husband said the Venison was the best he had ever tasted. Professional attentive service and very accomadating for a special occasion

Fantastic night here- food was exceptional, and the staff couldn't have been better. So so friendly and extremely professional/knowledgeable about what was on the menu.

Steak was very tough.I ordered the special ribeye.Was very disappointed as I think Browns usually do the best steak.Not this time.It was like chewing leather.

My mother and I dined here early on a Thursday evening and had a wonderful experience. Friendly, professional service from start to finish. The dishes arrived well paced and beautifully cooked and presented. A very inventive vegan menu, using familiar ingredients. The kitchen had kindly substituted one dish for my mum, and the replacement was just as lovely. We will definitely return when we're back in Derry!

The food was excellent and generous portions. The place is clean and comfortable. Thanks to everyone and looking forward to our next visit

As always the atmosphere, food and service were excellent. We have never had an issue with the service or the food and have recommended to family and friends.

Lovely food and lovely wine pairing. Staff all very friendly and nice. The Restauraunt was very noisy with “the lads” all in from the clay pigeon shooting. Even after they left I felt that the restauraunt didn’t feel as cosy as it used to -but food was excellent as always . I missed the wee touches in the ladies bathroom too- feels like it’s catering for a larger crowd which is fine but I loved the exclusivity it used to have.

We had a fantastic meal in Browns, staff were extremely helpful and the food was delicious would definitely go back on our next trip to the Walled City!

Very good experience. Friendly efficient staff. Reasonably priced great tasting food. The back room lacks atmosphere if you are not in a big party.

Fantastic experience as always. We were so well looked after by Sophie and Ian who attended to our every need. We had a warm welcome and the service was second to none. The food was excellent from the canapes to the various courses from the early bird menu. We couldn't fault a thing. We love coming to Browns on Bonds Hill. Thanks to everyone and looking forward to our next visit

Had the Early Bird Menu and was excellent value for money. Food was incredible and staff were extremely helpful and pleasant. Atmosphere was nice and we had a lovely time.

Best place to celebrate any special occasion wonderful food and service. This visit for us was a wedding anniversary celebration any we really enjoyed the evening

As always the food was excellent quality and presented very well. There was a good choice of options on the menu which was the Foodie menu with paired wines. The service was good too although once we had finished dessert we weren’t offered the option to purchase more drinks but perhaps this was just ab oversight. The only small thing that I missed was a few vegetables for a side to be fair the menu did state that the side served was fondant potato (which was very good) however it would be nice to also get a small selection of vegetables included, I think there are options to purchase vegetable sides. The cod cheek starter was delicious, as was the sirloin steak my friend had the chicken main and enjoyed it too.

I was treated to a meal in Muddlers in Belfast during February 2024. My meal in Browns on Easter Sunday was far superior. Each course delicious and beautifully presented.

Fantastic restaurant. Food was perfect, every course a treat and with beautifully paired wines. We went for the early bird option and it was great value. Ambience and service excellent. Highly recommended.The best meal I’ve had for a very long time , fresh, locally sourced ingredients a definite bonus😉

Average service, friendly however felt inexperienced and needed to be reminded of asks. Chateaubriand was cold and lacked any flavour. The cauliflower veloute was excellent.

Food fantastic. Just 2 criticisms; firstly, the tasting menu is quite substantial (eg bowls of chips with the beef - totally unnecessary!) and much less would do. Defeats the purpose of this being a tasting menu. Secondly, after about 10pm, the heating where we were sitting at the back of the restaurant was turned off so we were cold! A special word of praise for the service - it was first class.

Our friend Maria was visiting from Castlebar so we took her to our/her favourite restaurant! We had the Foodie menu which was delicious and excellent value. The food was first rate with excellent presentation. As an aside, I chose the chocolate delice for dessert and I'm mentioning this as, I never have chocolate desserts when I'm out as I find them too rich and don't like chocolate! . This was really lovely but what made it was the peanut ice cream, It was beautiful but a tad more would have been welcome! The wine pairings were delicious too, each one matched the relevant course. It was quiet but it was a dreary Tuesday night and the service, as usual, was excellent. A lovely evening was had by all.

Excellent food, excellent service. Top, top restaurant. Would highly recommend this restaurant for its high quality all around.

Really enjoyed our meal. We have been before. Food was delicious and service excellent. Would definitely recommend and will be back soon

Excellent food - interesting menu very convenient to train station.booking very straight forward. Courteous when it had to changed

The best in the town. Without a doubt. Food, staff, drinks , interior and ambiance. Perfect for a night out. So consistent.

Wether it’s a special occasion or a casual night out you are guaranteed your very own perfect dining experience here. The atmosphere is warm, welcoming and vibrant, whilst being serene and relaxed. We had the tasting menu and it was sublime. Firstly, the variety of...

Simple beautiful! Service, food was exceptional really want to know what the chef puts in the sauce I could Bath in it very wonderful we can’t wait to return!

superb great food nice staff You don't get a bad meal in Brown's always spot on I'd highly recommend this restaurant to anyone

DEpaysement total une fois la porte franchie.... Rien a redire ni sur le service, l'ambiance, la qualite du repas, les tarifs

The food was excellent, the staff were friendly and excellent service as always from Ian , Johnny Sophie and all the team

My husband and I booked the foodie offer which is 3 courses paired with wine. Excellent from start to finish and we felt very good value. Lovely surroundings and very attentive and helpful staff. What was lovely was that we never felt rushed and had...

Disappointed. Left waiting as only member of staff available finished a phone call. Took several minutes. One fish portion smelt. I ordered glass of wine with my main course, it was not delivered. Really a big let down. Will take a lot to persuade us...

Regularly go to Browns if Bond Hill with girl friends and had the Foodie Meal on this occasion to celebrate my friend’s birthday. Excellent food, very flavoursome, delicate flavours, beautifully presented plates. However, I did book via internet and advised that we were celebrating a...

Stunning food , fantastic staff - what more do you need ?? Definitely will be back again , one not to be missed !! 10/10 !!! Well worth a visit if in Derry

Went here for valentine’s dinner - good atmosphere and the food was delicious with plenty of choices. Extensive wine list available

Excellent food as usual, great atmosphere, only let down was I was planning on getting the taster menu but it wasn’t available, hopefully it will be back on when I next visit at the end of March. Also missed the canapés that used to be...

I found this restaurant , had no atmosphere, the place was badly in need of a paint job the table again where very old with the glass needing a good wash or the table replaced. The table ware was very old and well used. The...

Fantastic, loved every part of our visit. Great for gluten free, relaxing, gorgeous food, even the triple cooked chips were amazing

Beautiful relaxing atmosphere, friendly staff and good service. We got the tasting menu and every course was well presented and cooked.

34 of us prebooked a lunch. Browns supplied a very interesting 3 course menu. We provided our choices 2 days before the date. Everything was ready the food was excellent and promptly served. The staff were excellent, it all happened very smoothly. This is the...

Top quality meal Highly recommend Never had a bad meal in this place. High quality ingredients and super staff. Very pleasant

Never disappoints. Quality cuisine in relaxed setting with friendly efficient staff. More expensive than most restaurants in Derry but you get what you pay for.

Beautiful sophisticated restaurant with professional yet friendly staff. We had the early bird menu and our choices were absolutely delicious. The homemade sour dough and Guinness breads with speciality butters are a lovely complimentary touch. Well done Browns.

From the warm welcome to the excellent food, we had a great experience. The staff were professional and kept an eye out in case we needed anything but not intrusive. Food was first class, excellent quality and so beautifully presented - a picture on a...

Went with our niece and her husband for the foodie menu at lunchtime. Excellent service and wonderful food. Our niece’s husband said the main course was the best he had eaten for a very long time and he lives in London! Great experience.

We went for dinner on Saturday. The service was excellent. Attentive but not intrusive. The food was simply amazing. We have eaten in award winning restaurants in places like London, New York and Singapore. This was right up there among our best dining experiences.

Are coats handed over before people ask for them ? Felt like we were chased away . Was very aware that we should have left by 7 pm and our taxi was booked to collect us at 7 pm And Infact it arrived before this...

Unbelievable food and service. Been going to Browns for many years and the quality is always first class. Best restaurant in derry. Got the tasting menu with wine pairings. Never disappoints.

We wanted a Christmas lunch but something different from the norm. We both had turkey and ham but it had the Brown’s touch. Absolutely different and delicious as was the Christmas pudding. Can’t wait to go back.

This was the second time I had been to Browns Bonds Hill. As my previous visit the service was excellent friendly and efficient. Starters and mains were first class as before. Unfortunately the desserts didn't meet the high standard I expected, we all had a...

Excellent food, and great value for the superior quality it was. The only suggestion would be to have a non-dairy milk, - oat, soya or almond available for tea and coffee.

Excellent as always, couldn’t have been better. This is one of the best restaurants in the country!

As always, the food and service was amazing. I cannot fault this place, the food was really tasty and well presented. The service was first class.

Fantastic food and sophisticated atmosphere for a relaxed evening. Not rushed, delicious food, great wine list etc

The cured salmon and honeyed goats cheese starters set the scene for an amazing dining experience. The venison melted in the mouth and the duck was delicious. Well done Browns. I have already told all my friends who will be heading your way shortly. Mary...

We had a fabulous meal 3 courses with paired wine delicious as always . Staff knowledgeable and attentive .

A super three course menu. I wanted to eat everything. I have already recommended the restaurant to several friends. Really worth visiting if you are in Derry. Not least because it is such good value.

The restaurant id ideal as it is across the road from the Railway station, with a beautiful view on the train after Coleraine. family birthday lunch, and we have tried Portstewart and Strand Road. All three are excellent

I go to this restaurant on a regular basis and they never disappoint. This occasion was a retirement dinner for a colleague. The food was amazing in particular the seafood which was complimented by everyone who ordered the seafood. The staff service was brilliant and...

A fabulous lunch for a special birthday. Exquisite food and wine. Excellent service. We really enjoyed our afternoon. Thank you.

Excellent venue - service great and felt really looked after as soon as we arrived. Great food and fabulous presentation

To give the ultimate experience to non-vegan family members for my 60th birthday, I put full confidence in Ian Orr and we were all delighted! The menu proposed was ranging from less to more adventurous vegan options to fit all tastes, with mouth-watering presentations in...

Everything from the food to the service was top notch. The food is very reasonably priced - great value. We absolutely loved it. We will be back.

We have always enjoyed Brown's for the special occasion more expensive evening. On this occasion I was disappointed with the choice of starters and desserts. The main course was excellent but I am glad that I ordered a portion of vegetables, which for me was...

Early bird menu is excellent value. Food was superb, as always. Also not too busy on a Tuesday evening.

Beautiful restaurant, food unbelievable. Service excellent. All in all, a wonderful experience. Will be back.

We asked for, and were given, a table for 2 at short notice. The food was at the usual very high standard, and chef Ian Orr came out to talk to many of the diners, including ourselves. Another excellent element of the event was the...

Lovely food served nicely by well trained, friendly, professional staff. Comfortable seating in a pleasant dining area 👌

Absolutely first class service from the moment when walked in. Food was all beautifully prepared and tasted divine. Not my first visit and definitely not my last.

We went to celebrate my husband’s birthday. We felt very well looked after from we stepped into the restaurant. There were four in our party and we all thoroughly enjoyed our meals

Amazing food, the staff are lovely and went above and beyond for my friends birthday, very cosy and spacious, would definitely go back

The restaurant lives up to its reputation. Wonderful food and exceptional service. We were made to feel welcome the moment we walked in. Scallops, crispy tofu and Hake were our orders.

Booked foodie offer and was impressed by range and quality of food at decent price. Quiet with older clientele, tables well separated allowing private conversation. I thought the service could be improved really with more warmth and smiles - it was all a bit officious...

We have never been disappointed in a Browns at Bonds Hill experience. Friendly staff and amazing food, lots of choices for all dietary needs.

We went along for the Summer Foodie Offer lunch. Got the train from Coleraine and the restaurant was just over the road. We had a fantastic experience, as always with Browns. Food was excellent (my first experience of crispy tofu) and the wine pairings were...

Excellent service and great menu which was tailored to our dietry needs with paired wines. Will definitely come again for a special occasion

The restaurant accommodated our late arrival. Food came out quickly and was very good. Wine matching was good. Gluten free/Coeliac was catered for really well. Team were efficient, professional and friendly.

Visited after a rather wet and windy walk round the cost walls. Very welcoming with delicious food, nicely plated with a good list of wines by the glass. Great service. All in all a most enjoyable experience.

We were out for a birthday celebration and the food and service was exemplary. We will definitely be back as soon as we can.

From the moment we arrived Brown's did not disappoint. The food was absolutely wonderful from starter through to dessert. We especially loved both salmon and the beef starters. The staff were exceptional, extremely professional, knowledgeable and attentive. Would highly recommend.

The staff are always friendly and helpful, the food fabulous and and beautiful presentation. Lovely touches with the bread and extra nibbles

We travelled by train for lunch with my brother and his wife. The tasty bread served before the meal is a lovely introduction. Food was excellent. Very good service, allowing us to catch the train home with time to spare.

It's several years since we have had the opportunity to visit the Maiden City but we didn't want to miss the chance to revisit Brown's on Bond's Hill. It was as excellent as we remembered, and the Foodie Menu was an added bonus. Thank you...

I had to take the time to write a review because the service at Brown’s was phenomenal, best we have had in a long time and the food was just perfect. My husband and I both said the same thing. Compliments to the entire team!

Our food was absolutely delicious and very well priced with accompanying wines. We enjoyed our meal and staff very pleasant. We booked online and our card was debited before we went. Never happened to us before maybe you should be charged once you had actually...

Lovely tasting menu, great service. Will be back. Wine pairings with each course were perfect. A really nice meal.

I had the three course lunch here on Saturday with my dad who has been many times before. As a vegetarian, often the only option is the dreaded "veggie burger" - not at Browns Bonds Hill! I had the crispy tofu to start which was...

My wife and I had an amazing chateaubriand, Brown's is a wonderful dining experience. Best food in Londonderry by a mile

What a great night!!! Good service, nice drinks, chilled atmosphere and fabulous food. Really enjoyable first visit to Browns bonds hill to celebrate our anniversary

The food is amazing. The service is great. From start to finish it was Freshness, associations of flavours. The food and wine pairing is very good. Welcome and service are perfect. I highly recommend this establishment, congratulations to all.

Fantastic meal, food was delicious, cocktails and wine excellent and service was professional, fast and friendly. The whole ambience of the place was relaxed yet elegant. Highly recommended, could not fault the evening.

Fabulous food, actually would say best restaurant during the two week holiday. Great ambience and service. Duck dish best l have ever eaten.

We dined on Thursday evening never haven eaten here before, the restaurant was recommended to us by a family member. We were met on entering the restaurant by the head waiter he was friendly and welcoming we were promptly taken to a nice table,and coats...

The food was great. Foodies tasting menu very good value and we both really enjoyed the paired wines as well. The service could have been better though. We arrived a little late (10 mins) and hadn’t realised any time restriction for this tasting menu. We...

A real treat, amazing food, lovely service in a very comfortable environment. Well informed staff, happy to help and provide information re dishes. Cant wait to go back soon!

As a young couple with young children we don't get out much so when the opportunity to have a date night arises we always choose a meal in Brown's bond Hill. We ordered the sharing beef platter the last two visits and each time the...

We had the tasting menu which was excellent in terms of taste, quality and presentation. The service was both friendly and attentive without being intrusive and there was sufficient time allowed between courses. Overall, a very enjoyable experience.

As ever, the food was fabulous and the service excellent. We had the early bird menu and, as well as great food, it was also great value for money. We opted to have the recommended paired wines and were not disappointed. See you again soon.

This is one of my favourite restaurants and I have always thoroughly enjoyed a visit here. This time I came with my husband and two friends and went for the summer foodie offer, £44.50 for three courses each paired with an appropriate wine. All the...

Great location being 100m from the train station. Perfect food served by friendly and attentive staff.

Fantastic food served by very attentive staff. The decor and ambience made for a great evening and we’ll definitely be back!

My husband and I lunched from the foodie menu to celebrate his birthday. Each course was paired with an appropriate wine. The food and wine were excellent and the service was also very good. We were waited on by a delightful young lady who took...