The Dirty Duck in North Down

Really good taste food and a viticulture view of the sea. They had cute little duck paintings on the wall and the toilets were really well kept which I know a lot places don’t so very happy about that

Great place with lovely views across the Lough. Staff are very welcoming and it is family friendly

Just outstanding! The Dirty Duck was recommended to us by our cab driver who picked us up from the airport, and it didn't disappoint. Everyone was really friendly, and everything - the welcome, the food, the drink, the view and the atmosphere were all fantastic. If we hadn't had a day's travel, and if we weren't a forkful away from a food coma, we'd have stayed until closing time! We'd been in Holywood for less than six hours, but The Dirty Duck had already got us saying that we'd like to come back again.

The champ had four scallions in it and the onion gravy had one piece of onion in it. It only was in my meal, in a group of ten. Everyone else seems to have enjoyed it

On 07/08//4, my brother & I went over to The Dirty Duck Alehouse, in Holywood for a meal. When we got there, the staff offered us a drink & showed us the menu & also told us what the meal of the day was. We had a look at the menu & then, ordered our meal. The staff are very helpful & friendly. The Dirty Duck Alehouse is on The Esplanade, just off The Bangor Road & has an excellent view over Belfast Lough & the mountains on the other side of Belfast Lough. It’s well worth a visit if, you’re thinking of having a meal on your own or with your friends etc. Prices are also very good & I would recommend it if you’re looking for a good restaurant in The Holywood area. Stephen Acton.

Great pub, great food, great atmosphere, food was excellent 👍🏻

Really very good quality first class thanks for your help with menu

Lovely sunny day on the deck overlooking the water. Food was delicious and service was top notch 👌

Yes very good had a meal which was good quality then walked down the seafront a very enjoyable experience all round

Got a starter, was massive. Couldn't finish my main had to get doggie bag.. Great sea view from upstairs. Lovely fod and relaxing place.

Went on a Sunday,table booked for 5,was seated at the window,lovely view. Ordered the 10oz steak,chips,peppered sauce ect,partner got scampi and chips.this was an awesome meal.the steak was beautiful, the scampi was the best I have ever had,and I have eaten a lot of scampi from different places.also you get a lot of pieces of scampi, not like other places you get a handful for a dear price.the meal was a 10/10.first time their, will definitely be back,well done the dirty duck.

Busy upstairs in restaurant. A but quiter downstairs. Food and service are great. Will definitely be back.

Had a lovely night here. The staff are amazing and food is great! The outdoor area would be perfect on a summer day if we every get on I'll definitely be heading here lol

Beautiful food excellent service will be back soon!

Always excellent food, incredible choice, friendly service and lovely views.

Havent eat there yet, but its a doggy friendly place! Great atmosphere! Beautiful views. :)

Great spot. Amazing views. Good food. Big portions

Lovely spot overlooking Belfast Lough! Haven't tried the food yet (hence the 0 stars) but the menu looks great! Very friendly staff, great decor and a well sized mostly sheltered beer garden (with additional bar outside). If you're into rubber ducks, duck artwork and a cosy bar after a walk on the coast then The Dirty Duck Alehouse is perfect for you! Any bar with a fireplace inside is a winner for me, especially with such a tasty Guinness. Looking forward to trying the food sometime soon!

Food very good. Large portions. Staff very helpful and friendly

Popped in for a few afternoon beers and a nachos to share. Great place and will definitely be back!

Lively pub with great outside seating. Very friendly place.

Very friendly. Lovely outdoor area. Good prices. Warm and comfortable.

Called in for lunch with adult son. Like everywhere at present, the menu is quite expensive however service was quick and the portions are large and extremely tasty. I couldn't finish my 'Desperate Dan', sausages & mash, which is very unusual for me. Overall great experience but expensive for a lunch.

First time going to eat at a dog friendly restaurant, and it was a 10/10 experience. Food was lovely and Freddie loved his sausages.

A delightful, quirky pub overlooking the shore. We enjoyed a good lunch there in the upstairs restaurant - huge portions of everything from the Portavogie scampi and chips, Mooha (sausages, bacon, Champ and cabbage) through to the fruity Panna cotta. Friendly, efficient staff and reasonable prices. What's not to like 😋

Was recommended this place by a nice local gentleman I met while climbing cave hill. Visited at lunchtime ( in fact, I was the first customer though the door when they opened) Service was prompt and friendly. Decor and atmosphere very cool. I had their Desperate Dan ( posh bangers and mash, with massive 2 sausages, pork steak and chilli con carne) which was very tasty and filling. Will definitely go back when I'm in Belfast again.

Had never visited before, but we were extremely impressed. Great seafood cooked to perfection, amazing views, friendly service, and reasonable prices. Particularly recommend the prawn open sandwich, seafood pasta and panna cotta. Quality wine too. Well worth the trip. We will definitely be back

Stopped by here for lunch and had a really wonderful experience. Daniel looked after us really well and the food we ordered was super. Mussels scampi and chowder were all freshly cooked plentiful and full of flavour. The chowder was particularly impressive lots of seafood in it! Oh and the pint of Guinness was as you'd expect perfect! Thanks everyone. We will be back.

Great food 😋 and staff very friendly and helpful 😀

Mad busy on a sunny Saturday evening but service was excellent. Even had two cask ales on though not the best!

Gorgeous! Such a lovely spot to stop for a pint or a meal! Staff is very friendly and welcoming! Stunning location right on the water with an outdoor bar and beer garden!

Three of us dropped in for an early dinner. I had the mussels followed by the smoked haddock. They were both delicious. My friends had the scampi and the Sea Bass and Prawn curry. Both thoroughly enjoyed their meals. The service was friendly and polite. We enjoyed the whole experience. I wish it was nearer home.

Delicious, great view of the water, nice atmosphere.

Called in for some lunch and everything was amazing. First time will be returning very soon. Great spot especially when the sun shines

Amazing. Sad to not having been able to come back

Lovely food with great service. I had a Caesar salad as a starter. Helping was very generous and shared chips with some friends. Nice view as sitting near the window.

Lovely chowder. Cosy pub atmosphere downstairs. If u want to eat upstairs u need to book

Been dying to go to this restaurant and finally got the opportunity to go, what a disappointment!!! £65 for 2 adults and 1 child families do not go here what I can only say are their “regulars” don't appreciate kids in there. The chilli beef nachos were something that could have been made at home salsa and guacamole freezing and chilli was not a bit spicy and full of grease. The deli burger and the kids chicken goujons the skinny fries were undercooked and had to be sent back the burger, the bap was soggy and far too greasy. The desperate dan meal the sausages were burnt. Needless to say wont be back and what a waste of money!!!!! The serving staff were phenomenal so friendly and helpful but defo over worked and literally running around the restaurant

Lovely location, viewing the loch. There is an outdoor seating area that is covered and has heaters, in which you can order food and drink. Inside on the ground floor is a bar with seating at it, along with various seating areas where you can also order food. Up stairs is the main restaurant, where you have gorgeous views of the loch. I've had a few dishes, and the food is top quality for a gastro/independent pub. Sea food is a speciality of the pub however there are other dishes. Service is quick and pleasant. The decor in the pub is wooden, with pictures of local legends, which makes it warm. There are regular live events weekly, which offers variety. Parking is limited as it is within a neighbourhood however Hollywood train station is less than 5 mins walk away.

Highly recommend booking as can be very busy.

Monkfish pasta was to die for! Great service and atmosphere as usual!

Top quality food and beverages served by friendly staff.

All ways, a great place for a pint or two, and a bit to eat.

Just go and enjoy it! This place is just awesome. I have been many times throughout the years, and I used to live very close to it, I miss it so much! Everything in the menu is delicious! I would say they have the best chowder in Holywood, and probably in Belfast, the crab claws are to die for. The views from the 2nd floor are incredible on a good day, of course! The outdoor area is great and pet friendly. Downstairs is small but mighty and also has great views.

Pricey but worth it. Delicious food, considerable portion size and pleasant service. They also have a very diverse menu if anyone in your group is very picky. I can fully understand why they have won awards.

Fantastic food. Brilliant staff. Nice views over Belfast Lough.

Third time and loved it every time!

The best real ale I had in Northern Ireland. And close to Belfast City airport Great vegetarian selection of meals.

Atmosphere and food I can't fault

What a little find! Amazing food, proud staff and amazing views. A must place to visit if you have the chance. (I would recommend booking)

Place is a little dated but views over the Lough make up for it. Food was beautiful and not badly priced.

Tasty food, great service & lovely view

Went for lunch. Squires smoker was smoked haddock on a bed of champ with a white sauce. Desperate Dan was sausages, pork chop, champ and chilli beef. Food was lovely and service was quick. Would highly recommend.

We [my sister & i and my two grandchildren] called in to grab a late lunch on Saturday 30th March as it was handiest to the train station that we used, However, we had a bit of a wait before we got seated in the beer garden, we were given the menu and we preceeded to order as you do 'to my shock horror I was so surprised how many people were there dining with their dogs !!!!!!! This was a bit of putting as obvious dog barking gets a little distracting !!! If that wasn't enough our food took such a long time to arrive after we ordered 25 minutes to be precise ! and even then there was another 10 minutes wait for 1 of our dishes to be on the table !! I've heard of busy but that was ridiculously unexceptable [Def won't be back !!! To add to the extreme disappointment of our dining experience here ,as we were effectively doing alfresco! the food didn't stay warm enough to fully enjoy ! And price range a bit on the high side for basic food and basic service!!! To finish this I think management should rethink their dog policy ,no disrespect to the owners but I think they perhaps need this notice (Dogs welcome .......people tolerated!!!!) straight outside their door!! in order to make an informed decision to eat downstairs @the Dirty Duck !! Kind regards Disappointed Customer 😞

I love this restaurant/pub. Beautiful place with good views of Belfast Lough. You can see the ferries leaving or coming into Belfast pet while enjoying a beautiful meal. The food is really good and tasty. I recommend this place to everyone that likes a nice restaurant.

We had a great meal. Everything was delicious. We had a selection from the menu and everyone was delighted with the food. Staff were so attentive & friendly. We'll be back soon.

Great spot. A must try. The food really is unsurpassed and good value for what it is too. The bar has a fantastic atmosphere and the live music never disappoints either. Great Guinness too. They cater for all with a traditional pub, upstairs restaurant with a great view of Belfast lough and a large outside heated and covered seating area too.

Out for a drive just called in with no reservation and was able to be seated. Friendly welcome from staff and they were attentive and ready to help nothing a problem. Food fantastic, great view looking over the Irish sea, friendly helpful staff, would reccomend trying it. Not on the food list but chicken liver parfait excellent, Bao bun excellent, steak cooked to both our likings and highly recommended, and although plenty to eat on the dish had to have dessert cheese cake and apple crumble.

Haven't tried the food yet but first experience of The Dirty Duck has been very positive. Nice setting, great service, excellent Guinness and beautiful views over Belfast Lough. I'll definitely be back.

Called in for dinner and even though we hadn't booked we were seated straight away. Great selection on the menu and the staff were friendly and helpful. Food was good, presented well and staff did check in to see if everything was ok for us. My only gripe was the background music was a bit too loud. Other than that I would recommed a visit to this iconic venue.

The Neltys Nachos were the dogs balls. Wud love some right now. Also does great pint of Guinness.

What a gem this place is - food was simple but truly stunning. I had never had scampi as tasty as that - tell you one thing, chef who makes the butter certainly knows his way around the kitchen. Very reasonable price is a cherry on top

I had the crab claws and prawns. The crab lacked in flavour but the prawns are delicious. Good upstairs view of planes landing. Waiters were very nice.

Had the fish and chips. Was just ok. Expected better. Sausage and mash is £17.50!! Friend got seafood chowder which was very good.

Excellent service, friendly staff

An excellent GastroPub with exceptional views!

Really enjoyed my visit here. Picturesque location on the banks of belfast lough. Recommend booking in advance if seeking a table in the upstairs dining areas with the views, as peak meal times are popular. Good choice of casual dining food options. Cosy bar downstairs s.well as a large outdoor covered area with some ineffective heaters, so wrap up warm if choosing al fresco during the cooler seasons.

Great food, service and atmosphere. Can be busy.

Try the seafood sharing platter

Great atmosphere and lovely food. Looks to have a large regular customer base

Awesome food and a great atmosphere

Boa comida em um ambiente acolhedor.

Great variety of drinks, really friendly staff.

Great service, atmosphere, and fantastic food.

Fabulous food and service, plus great view over the lough 5 🌟

My girlfriend and I had our very first date at this restaurant, and now, nearly 5 years later, I decided to contact them with a special request. I wanted to propose to her in the same place where our journey began. The restaurant staff couldn't have been more wonderful, helpful, and accommodating in making this momentous occasion perfect. I cannot emphasize enough how much I recommend this restaurant. The food is delicious, the drinks are superb, and the staff is simply brilliant. Their willingness to go above and beyond to make our engagement unforgettable speaks volumes about their commitment. To the entire team, thank you from the bottom of our hearts. You've created lasting memories for us, and we'll forever cherish this place and the love it has witnessed throughout our journey.

Great wee place with excellent food.

Food and ambience was lovely. Beautiful view as well

Outstanding as always. Never changes.

What an amazing place. Went for dinner upstairs and then drinks downstairs. The meals are phenomenal, all freshly cooked and full of flavour. The menu has an amazing selection with a great choice of starters and mains, and then deserts. The bar downstairs is cozy and comfortable with a great selection of beers and wines. Outside is a large seating area. Friendly staff and amazing atmosphere.

Terrific menu with Christmassy overtones. Staff very friendly and knowledgeable about the menu and bar!

Highly recommend for food or even a drink staff great

Such a fun spot right on the water. We enjoyed some good banter with the bartender, who also guided me on a tour of some Irish whiskeys. The food portions were large and we left satisfied and very pleased with the experience. It's an incredibly busy restaurant, so booking ahead is a must. That being said, we only waited 30min for a table.

Great place, excellent menu selection generous portions of great quality great tasting food. Great atmosphere throughout, highly recommended.

Lovely restaurant and bar. The fellas were very quick and friendly. Food and coffee were very nice. The lady server was a bit abrupt.. apart from that, it was fab!

Had a great first experience this might be our regular happy place.

A great restaurant for all the family. Great food and areas for all.

Great place for a meal and live music.Substaincle menu and hearty portions.Sat out side in beer garden dog friendly area cosy considering time of year.Good quick service and friendly staff.Were joined by two Robin's who were very human friendly and enjoy the odd tip bit given to them(How could you not feed them🥰

Great atmosphere, great food and well kept ale all with a great sea view.

Beautiful characterful pub overlooking the sea. When you first go in it feel Kim's walking into a cosy little boat, but the place is deceptively spacious with lots of seating upstairs. We went for lunch on a Friday and the atmosphere was brill. We had chowder (seafood and meat) and shared the chicken flatbread. Everything was full of flavour, generous portions and very fresh. Service was wonderful and friendly. Nice mix of clientele. Seating upstairs has brilliant views out of over the sea. Highly recommend!

Maravilloso restaurante con terraza y salón en planta superior con vistas al mar, buena comida y servicio atento y profesional, merece la pena conocerle.

Only had a few pints but great place and will definitely be back again

Have been a few times and can't fault it at all.

Went for lunch with a few mates and had open prawn sandwich followed by seafood chowder and I can say food was excellent and service was great .Will return in the future for sure 👌👌👌👌👌

Just the best little bar and restaurant...top of my list!!

Fabulous atmosphere, food delicious and staff very welcoming!

Fantastic food, staff and value for money.

Busy venue, good service and atmosphere

Food looks nice. We didn't take drink there. But the beer proposal wasn't so nice, and the waitress was rushing... I moved from outside to inside and it was much better!!! Very nice place (inside) 😉

Delicious 😋 lunch, do not pass the seafood chowder. Excellent service, by Hazels mum. Thanks guys we will be back.