The Glenowen Inn in Belfast

Out for a family lunch today. We used to come here quite frequently and everything was always top class. Unfortunately today was a major disappointment. The food was extremely poor. Not very warm, everything was just very bland. Ordered steak med to well done and it was so over cooked and dry. Not to mention I had to pay a supplement for it. Service was great as usual however I don't think we will be back after today's experience.

Ordered chicken goujon. Greasy disgusting.

I used to love this place, unfortunately it has gone downhill. Can't fault the waiter we had, However, it is very dated inside. Despite the restaurant needing a little tlc, they charge hotel prices. When I visited we were the only people there and the staff were stacking chairs on tables while we waited for our mains.

Went here twice last year and it was lovely, at the time had a really nice steak sandwich- BUT…went again this week and ordered a steak sandwich medium rare, but was told you don’t get a choice- I thought, weird but all right. The meal came and it was 80% mushroom and onion with chopped up steak pieces that was dry masked with gravy poured through it instead of on the side to go with chips etc The portion felt like A: too much hassle doing individual steaks, and B: if it’s chopped up you can reduce the servings and get more meals from the same amount. Major disappointment. Now, tbf, it could have been a bad night, short staffed, (staff were lovely but seemed under pressure) etc but the experience was what it was and I won’t be rushing back, and I definitely won’t be having the worst restaurant priced steak sandwich I’ve had in a long time.

Had lunch here with my elderly mother. Used to be faultless and we always recommended it. Unfortunately our recent experience was poor. I had chicken goujons and chips from express lunch menu. The skinny chips were undercooked and inedible. Goujons were overcooked and mainly batter. My elderly mother had smoked haddock, her potatoes were cold. Not sure what has changed but it was very disappointing.

Glenowen is a great bar, great staff. My friend was let down last minute for a venue. The manager of the Glenowen stepped in and helped her out big time. Excellent place

The whole place is dated. No lift for upstairs, toilets are old and not great but food and drinks are good. Service is ok

Called in for midweek lunch , food and cocktails were lovely, as were the staff. They had some problems dealing with an aggressive crowd and the poor waitress kindly took one of our rounds off the bill we waited a while for it as she was working alone and they were giving her bother. She handled the heated situation commendably and still managed to make sure the service was brilliant! We had the prawns which were great as well as the pasta and chicken stack. Only giving 3 for atmosphere as it was a Thursday and there it was quite empty, I’m sure weekends is a different story-Thanks again !

Got for Sunday lunch delivery the meat and mash potatoes was nice but the veg was hard couldn't eat it had to be thrown out

Had a great night at a recent birthday party. Shocked at £21 for a bottle of white wine!!

went for are anniversary and had the best service and the food was amazing, would definitely recommend 👌

Food was great, the staff were really lovely, felt very comfortable xxx

Was here was food day and it was great

Amazing staff! Amazing food as always. The Sunday 3 course menu is so reasonably priced and the portion sizes are great. For dessert lovers go for the jam and coconut cake and custard!

Very sparce with their gravy so asked for more only to find when we went to pay bill we were charged £3 for extra gravy ... unbelievable

Food was divine staff r so friendly esp with my 4 year old toddler you can imagine plus I'm so picky and thwy were amazing about it thanks so mich again xx

Private work do. Lunch and pub quiz. Good craic. Thai green curry was lovely. Staff very pleasant. Quiz master very good. Nice staff bonding experience.

Glenowen is a good place to be, relaxing and good atmosphere. Staff are courteous and professional, 💯

Fantastic fantastic food and great dtaff

First can I say that the staff were lovely and very friendly. Unfortunately the food was very poor. Prawn cocktail was odd tasting and seemed to have soy sauce in it. Chicken cougon starter was very small. Chips weren't cooked through although the burger was really overcooked. Turkey meals had cold undercooked veg and rock hard roast potatoes. Even the drinks selection was poor. No pure orange and some wines unavailable. For a Friday night it was empty and the door and windows were closed up before we even finished eating. No atmosphere at all. It's sad to see the Glenowen in this state after they have done so well in the past two years. Again great staff but so disappointed, we spent about £200. on our meal and we won't return.

Staff friendly and very helpful. Food quality brilliant. Service fast. Highly recommend.

It was the best breakfast ever, plentiful and good quality produce.

Everytime I've been has been has been 'very good people very friendly and food unreal

Friendly staff, great food, and drink at reasonable prices.

Went for our lunch yesterday i got the glenowen burger it was great staff were very friendly and quick the others enjoyed their food aswell

Always busy but never had to wait for service, food was excellent

Went here today for my daughter birthday. The food was absolutely delicious, hot and great size portions, staff were amazing and very attentive and the cost was great. Would not restate to recommend this restaurant.

Food was substandard, didn't always be like this.

Had my sons christening party on Sunday and have to say everything was amazing food was beautiful and plenty of it . Staff were brilliant just couldn’t fault it. Not sure the fellas name that was looking after us but he was 100% well done

The food is lovely here and the staff are brilliant, great spot to visit.

Really cool typical Irish food place, good vegetarian options and cool atmosphere

Fantastic Sunday lunch. Great atmosphere and service

Was up today we were a party of 30, the lovely Mary gave me her number so I could give pre orders, we all ate together, food was piping hot, perfect timing between each course, kids meals were perfect for wee ones, food was delicious especially my chowder best in Ireland 💚 service was #1 staff were so friendly and made our experience top notch 💚 would definitely recommend anyone to try here, and look forward to going back soon 💚 thank you Mary and the rest of the lovely staff 💚💚💚💚💚

I was there for a birthday table of 10 everyone absolutely loved there food the service was amazing, I told them what I loved in a drink and they even made me a cocktail mixed with all my favs! My partner and I went a few months before and it was also amazing which is why we booked it for a birthday! I can not recommend this place enough ❤️❤️

Leckeres Essen, freundliche Bedienung, fairer Preis, nettes Lokal besonders der Nachtisch hat unserem Sohn geschmeckt.

I had honey chilli chicken as a starter, I there was too much of the sauce and not enough chicken even for a starter. Saying that my main was lovely I had the usual, steak with peppercorn sauce, tobacco onions and champ. It was really nice. The service from the waitress was above and beyond. She was very helpful and dint rush us. Staff are very polite. We went in about 6pm on a Wednesday and it was quite quiet so not much of an atmosphere but I'd definitely be backand would recommend here. Not too dear and for the price we payed it was worth it.

Nice food and atmosphere and the staff are very friendly

the meal was amazing value for money and staff were lovely

Fabulous meal for my surprise Retirement party. 50+ guests, 3 course meal, loads of choices. Staff were Fabulous. Highly recommend. Thanks everyone ☺️

I was honoured to have a surprise Retirement event here for 50 + guests. The staff went out of their way to make this the most amazing night. 3 course meal, with plenty of choices. Couldn't complain about any course. Thank you all so much.

Food is amazing and great value

I ordered the chicken stack. To charge £15 for a plate and what was given was pretty steep. There wasn't very much on the plate. A scoop of mash and then 3 mediocre goujons and a single small onion ring. The batter was really basic and would be similar to what I've made before in the house, could've been much better. Mash was great but when is mash not. The peppered sauce had too much cream or something in it to give it a bit of a weird almost sour taste. I was with a few friends and both the exact same issue. The menu isn't really great, there aren't any deals unless on Sunday I think it was. Most plates seem to cost around £15 and starters were £5. £20 isn't bad for 2 courses but I found out the hard way by thinking a dinner and a Guinness would've been suffice. I can't understand why they would decorate up the stairs and not the restaurant I can remember the same seats when I was and going in. It's old and could really do with getting renovated. I don't know if leaving the door open is the greatest idea to leave the doors open. Fly were all over the place and constantly having to swat them away from the food, not a great look. I think if you want nice food in a local restaurant you'd have to go to felons. Foods amazing and quite cheap.

Food was amazing, great atmosphere

Was in on friday night just after 6, thought i was cutting it short as was in a rush. Had a 2 course meal for 2 and couple of drinks and out in an hour. Food was good and service was good too was checked on quite a few times which was reassuring if i hada had any problems or wanted anything else.

I recently returned to the glenowen downstairs bar as l heard it was under new management. On my previous visits for a pint or two the bar became run down and toilet facilities were woeful. I was keen to see if the new management cleaned the place up. Sorry to say that the place has barely changed! Dingy bar and the male toilet is nothing short of a disgrace! I don’t know how they’re allowed to open to the public!! Needless to say, l won’t be back!

Make sure you've got a big appetite, because they're big meals.

Amazing food, fantastic service, would highly recommend to anyone, give the Glenowen a try. 10/10 have never said that before about anywhere. 👏👏👏

This place is top class. We booked for a st Holy Communion. 50 people 3 courses and every single plate was perfect . Beautiful room and the staff cannot do enough to help . I would highly recommend for family gatherings and will definitely be back for food and cocktails.

Staff appeared to be extra patient compared to some other places Waiting time was lengthy but well worth the wait, food was exceptional

Food was just OK. Steak was nicely cooked pepper sauce wasn't nice. Hubby got fish and chips, which he said was tasteless.

Was dying with a hangover today and wanted some proper Sunday roast. My girl convinced me to go here for dinner, now I was sceptical to say the least but ypu know women once they've an idea you may as well go with it. I mean this genuinely I could not fault the dinner at all. The beef was unreal, spuds where perfect and the veg was amazing. The staff where very friendly ( actually decided a disagreement with me and my woman about the belfast area ) on point and not intrusive All in all I would highly recommend and definitely be back Oh also the Coors where right on the spot

Ome of the best spots for food on the road. Perfectly cooked with fast service. Staff were friendly and helpful. Couldn't recommend more highly. Well worth the 5 🌟

Food has no seasoning, and some ingredients that don't belong

After hearing about the new ownership I decided to give this place a try for Sunday dinner. I wanted to enjoy it but didn't!! On entering the place looked shabby. The dining room music was too loud, unruly kids running amok. Despite being reasonably early the lamb was not available so we all opted for turkey and ham - this was nice but the same standard can be had in multiple establishments on a Sunday. I had chowder to start and it was just Ok. Served with a dessert (not soup) spoon and the wheaten bread was on the bowl - no side plate. All in all it was a bit of a let down and I wanted to enjoy as the Mexican and Chinese platters on the menu sounded good so was looking to return but doubt I will

First time back in years,went to the dogs but under new management place feels like the old glenowen. Will be back 👌

Food was amazing, and the price was very very reasonable

Had a great day at Glen Owen. The food was great and Donna was so helpful from start to finish. Thank You for making the day so special 😊

Having had a few bad experiences in the Glenowen many moons ago I was convinced to go back and try it by the wife. I'm glad she did. Completely refurbished and the food and drink was excellent. Staff couldn't have done enough and reasonably priced as well. We're within walking distance I'll definitely be back! *Review Edit* We've been back a load of times, its our new regular and have to give the management a huge kudos for the food, drink (The New Yorker) and the live music, Helter Skelter is outstanding!

Food was incredible. Sea food chowder was to die for and I'm not a massive sea food fan. Just took a notion to try something different & glad I did. Staff were so friendly and service was fast. Would definitely recommend. Plenty of options on kids menu too.

Place could do with total facelift. Very shabby needs completely refurbished

Just ok, 12 people went on Saturday including kids. The Christmas Dinner is what the adults got but it was just about warm enough to eat with not much gravy.

First visit to this bar. Very impressed with the friendliness of staff and the food was excellent - great choice too. Looking forward to my next visit.

Fabulous tasty meal with excellent portions. Great staff and all delivered with that special Belfast humour. Was a terrible night, snowy and icy and yet the staff were on top form. Highly recommend this wonderful restaurant.

Went into the bar got served by Adrian so kind and an asset to the company

Experienced staff friendly and attentive with well priced good food 😋

Thursday 23 12.22 joined family (their local)in the evening for a few drinks in public bar Service good, few about but not busy, Guinness was fine Bar has been given a makeover and apparently the whole property by new owners since i was last in here, and was in bad need of it Didn't try the food but may do so in the future

Food very average... Guinness not good. Better places to eat close by.

Had prebooked for party of 10 which wasn't taken into account so had to wait considerable time for our food. Restaurant very cold most ladies had to eat with their coats on not just our company. toilets which were baltic were not very clean. Staff were pleasant and we did not let this ruin our Christmas outing but as I had organised the venue I was very disappointed

I was at a wedding in the Glenowen everything was outstanding The drinks & food and the staff were very friendly and accommodating I would highly recommend it. Thank you

Great food, exercise staff. Worth a visit.

Call in out of the blue and had a Christmas 3 course meal with drink,s

It was a Monday night so not expecting it to be too busy. Service was excellent though and the food was delicious. Will be back

Change of staff definitely made a difference Niamh amazing thank you for everything

Had the reef and beef it was amazing 😍 will defo be back

We looked at the Web reviews before we booked and they were very encouraging. What we found was very contradictory. The two dining areas were very dated, the carpet looked like something from the 60's, the toilets from the 50's. We sat in the dining area without a bar and there were far too many tables, again the decor was poor and while the waitress was very friendly and food great the waiting times were excessive. I was expecting to see a nice bar / restaurant area, but unfortunately this place has been lost in time and needs brought up to date. I would not be recommending it, but in the right hands it could be developed into a bright modern bar / restaurant.

Nice for a quick bite to eat. Menu is basic as is the premises but it has a good atmosphere

Haven’t been here in so long. Now taken over by two local brothers, this family owned restaurant is a must for food and entertainment. Don’t go by the best in the west.

Food top quality service 4 and a half just 1 slight issues at the start but no issues after would recommend

Nice staff, polite and on point. Good service and food is decent. Had a roast beef dinner which was fine.

Went for dinner start september it was beautiful. Went for dinner monday night not good at all. Food was luke warm. Brushetta was cold. Roast beef hot rest of dinner cold. Waited 40mins on desert ended up cancelling them. Waiter offered us them to take home. Got home apple crumble was raw. Waiting staff excellent. They aim to please but kitchen needs sorted. Been going to glenowen for yrs but wont be back

I am afraid I was totally disappointed. As we were keen to try it but the experience was far from enjoyable. After waiting for an hour on our meal one meal was lukewarm and the other meal was inedible as chicken stack was overcooked and very dry. Service extremely slow.

My partner and me called in to the glenowen for lunch today after half an hour still no food asked the staff where it was they hadn't got a clue talk about incompetent staff won't be recommending it and won't be back

Private rooms for family get together. Nice clean room , friendly staff,nice Buffett table, good array of drinks !

Food was atrocious everything was cold veg had big roots

Excellent menu and service. Lovely cocktails and good pints

We have been ordering Sunday dinner delivery for a few years .always amazing food until today!the roast beef was tuff as old boots !even the dog couldn’t chew it!is there a new chef or new butcher?sorry guys really disappointed 🤷🏻‍♀️

Great service and excellent food definitely recommend.

Food was amazing. Friendly staff. Thank you.

Great local pub and restaurant well run establishment

Great staff! Nicely redeorated but the "fragrance" in the bottom bar gents is still reminiscent of a Feile portaloo

Excellent meal and generous portions. Customer service excellent and very friendly.

Food was lovely but they had run out of what we wanted.

First time dining in with new owners, soup was just about warm, bread roll was hot ( little half baked baguettes that you finish in the oven) personally I prefer a roll thats room temp, so the butter doesn't melt or wheaten bread. Roast of the day was gammon (delicious , with a honey glaze) tenderstem broccoli was rock hard !! Mash roasties carrots and gravy delicious , overall I don't think I'll be rushing back and I'm within walking distance to the restaurant, overall 6/10

Good welcome. Good catering. We had a pleasant time.

Great service from everyone, especially a lady, pitty I never got her name. She was an older lady in the crew. Excellent service from her. Wish I asked for her name.

Always great food here- really big portions and staff are friendly and quick Had soup, turkey and ham and cheesecake and it was all great even though we were a big party

Just brilliant to see the Burns Bros taking up another new project. Huge refit underway for the sleeping giant that is the @glenowenbelfast under the new management. Kudos to you both lads, the food was breathtaking! Can’t wait to come back for those Asian ribs again. 👏

Staff are friendly and very helpful Food is amazing

Food and service were excellent.

Food would be nice if you were in maghaberry. Only good expiernce was the staff