The Lark, Lisburn in Lisburn

Great spot for pint a really nice place

hoped to get some food and was unable to use phone for qr code, asked server who was very nice but said she would have to go outside if i didn't find a way of using it and she would prefer not to.. she was nice but it left me feeling awkward and i just left rather than pursuing it. maybe i that is way of things re qr codes now though

I can't get through on the phone to book a meal I've tried four times tonight and no answer I don't do Internet do u not think this is a percentage of older people that ur losing business from because no one answers the phone

Don't listen to the negative reviews. Yes Friday and Saturday nights have live music and it is loud but it is a great atmosphere and you can request songs. Seating outside has heaters for when it's a little chilly. The place is dog friendly and at quieter times smaller dogs can go inside, there's even a board of photos of your cherished pets. All in all a great wee spot for food and drink. There's a taxi depot just behind it and the bus station just around the corner.

Only got a flat white coffee and is possibly the worst coffee I have ever had, £35 machines out of b&m make better coffee than this place, zero taste I didn't even think that was possible

Awful service, waited nearly an hour on food, the food order arrived short, kitchen had omitted to put burger bun tops on both burgers which cost £8 each, manageress eventually agreed to part refund which I requested, she had difficulty with the refund which I never received nor the phone call she was to make to me advising of refund.....I will not be back to this establishment

Very noisy bar on a Saturday night to eat pub grub, a young man was playing guitar and was wasted due to position & noise of TV sports screens.... we cd'nt even hear the young man singing or his guitar playing Service was awful, waited 40 mins on food order which eventually arrived packed like a takeaway away, some of the food order was missing ....on advising manager wasn't even offered a reduction in price of food. Will not be back nor would I recommend this Lark Bar.

Thoroughly enjoyed the Quiz on a Wednesday night. Excellent vibe and good craic.

Ok for a few drinks in Lisburn. Atmosphere is ok, just ok. Prices are ok too, just ok. Not bad if you want a beer before moving on.

Called round tonight around 00:10 as I always do. usually greeted with a really nice guy on the door. Not tonight. Three door men on tonight? They told me that the owner says no more people allowed in for which ever reason? I wasn't happy as I'm a regular every week.

This place is getting a very bad name. I don't know who it is trying to attract, but the bar has excellent potential, perhaps stop the outside drinking as there doesn't seem to be the security to run the place, I was verbally abused walking past and everytime I'm in the place the police seem to be about. Really can't see this bar lasting unfortunately. People sit in the outside seating area with buckfast. Honestly maybe remove the tables and this place has a chance. Lovely owner who knows his stuff. Just don't let it go the way it is going. Will try again.

Hate leaving negative reviews but this pace really needs to listen to people. Music is simply deafening. The clientele it is attracting leaves a lot to be desired. The manager seems enthusiastic and puts in some effort, maybe remove the outside seats as honestly this is just causing you massive problems. People genuinely go to the off licence and sit and drink wine and buckfast. I can't see it lasting if this continues which is a pity as it has massive potential. The place is becoming the tall and joke of the town. Hopefully someone reads this.

I can’t fault the bar or staff, they’re very good. But customers fighting outside in front of young children is a no-no. The bar has become a meeting place for low life’s who seem to be drunk morning to night. The police were as usual, nowhere to be seen. I can’t see this bar lasting if it continues like this, so much potential but no customer security. We won’t return till the situation is sorted.

Did the bottomless brunch, staff were great and fast at service, all the cocktails were over run an ruined by the amount of lime they put in the drinks over powered it, the chicken goujons just tasted like frozen ones you’d get in SuperValue/ centra

Music way to loud can’t even talk to someone sat next to me the music needs to be reduced by a lot so I can actually have a normal conversation without shouting no one likes having there ears blasted off by some silly man singing will be way better as just background music

Hate to be critical but we had a very poor experience in here, it seems to be lacking strong managemnt. We were in at about 8pm on a Thursday night, numerous individuals annoying other customers who should have been told hours ago you have had enough and leave, or if I was running the place would simply be barred, but were left to make people feel uncomfortable until they were left with no option but to move away. Another individual sitting at a table outside drinking a bottle of buckfast(wasn't annoying anyone) but I simply wouldn't be in this place again.

Bottomless brunch - bloody awesome. Quick food, quick drinks, lovely staff - v much worth it!

Advert says daily food. Went for the pub quiz and told no food available with no explanation. Not even crisps. We wanted to do the quiz so asked could we order a pizza in. No food allowed, despite the kitchen being closed with no explanation. We would have stayed all night if we could have ordered food in. Really daft. Won't be going again. Such a shame.

This place has really gone downhill. Came in for lunch and the food was almost inedible; completely unacceptable for how expensive it was. Kids are allowed in the afternoon, which ruined the atmosphere for us as they were allowed to run around the place screaming. The local wetherspoon drunks were filing in and bothering people when we were leaving. Far preferred this place when it was dog friendly and you could bring in pizza from little wings, at least it had a nicer atmosphere then. It's trying but failing to be more upmarket and I'd be surprised if it stays open much longer.

Great service and atmosphere, though the bar was relatively quiet.Revisited The Lark for a 6 Nations Rugby Match. The bar was bouncing, full of people having a great time.

Had a great time at the quiz, staff were amazing and food was on point.

I have been to The Lark several times for drinks but since they had re-opened the lounge my friend and I decided to book for Dinner. We specifically booked the lounge as we know it can get busy in the bar on a Saturday night and especially with the rugby on. The problems started when we arrived as the upstairs lounge had been booked for a birthday party and we were informed we would be seated downstairs in the bar. When we arrived down they moved an elderly disabled man from our reserved table which was a little awkward. It took some time for menus and drinks orders to be taken as there was only one waitress dealing with a very busy bar, she did apologise for this and was very friendly. Our drinks arrived quickly but our meal took a while. In the meantime, the gentleman who had to be moved had sat between our two tables and was quietly enjoying his pint. Our food arrived and in fairness was very tasty however then a extremely intoxicated man pushed his way over to the table beside us, we initially thought he knew the other couple but no, and proceeded to lift the elderly mans drinks and make him move to our table (which was only small). When I ‘he isn’t with us and we are trying to eat our dinner’ the drunk man proceed to mock me and then called me a ‘f*cking bitch’ in an aggressive manner and then continued to mutter other misogynistic slurs under his breath. The elderly gentleman was extremely upset and kept trying to apologise to us even though we reassured him we knew this drunk man was nothing to do with him. Needless to say we had lost our appetite and I approached the bar to inform staff we were being verbally abused by this man. He was allowed to sit on, continuing to abuse us. We decided to leave, the staff then approached us and said they would move us!! I informed them that we were not staying as this man was continuing to abuse us, he was extremely intoxicated (at 6pm) and we did not feel safe. I went to see what the arrangement would be with the bill and was initially offered £6 discount on our £53 bill. When i pointed out that our meals and drinks were only half consumed and that had we been informed we weren’t in the bar we would have changed our booking anyway the Manager (?) said ‘ok this is on us’. Whilst this was a satisfactory outcome for payment I am left feeling extremely disturbed by the whole experience. Why should an extremely drunk man be allowed to sit on after abusing two women on their own trying to enjoy dinner? We had to walk home as our taxi was not booked until later and were worried he was going to follow us. I would certainly not have been happy to have ventured down the stairs last night for fear that that man would have followed me. I have several recommendations for The Lark if they want to improve the experience for women in particular but everyone overall. 1- If your preferred area for dining is not available make the person aware so they can make an informed decision. 2- Perhaps refuse alcohol to someone who is so intoxicated at 6pm that they struggle to stand. 3- Have the door staff start work earlier as the bar staff clearly did not want to have to deal with this man (and nor should they or anyone for that matter but sadly that is the world we live in) 4- Have an awareness of how frightening these experiences can be for lone females who then have to try and get home.

Booked the Lounge for dinner on 24 February, but upon arrival was told that we had to dine downstairs in the main bar. The Lounge appeared to be hosting a birthday party which I would assume had been booked well in advance, so I question why we hadn't been informed when booking that that particular space would not be available. We went downstairs to the bar where we had to wait for our table to become free - there did not seem to be any preparation done for this. When finally seated, we weren't offered a menu and our drinks order was not taken. The staff member in question was dealing with the many patrons in the bar who were watching the rugby so this really wasn't her fault. After quite a wait, we finally got menus and drinks and made our order. We waited a considerable amount of time for our food to come, but when it finally arrived, it was satisfactory. Unfortunately, before we could finish our drinks and meal, an inebriated individual (male, obviously), tried to ensconce himself beside our table. From the outset, his body language and general demeanour was aggressive and drunken, and when we expressed dismay at his behaviour, he called my dining companion a 'f*cking bitch'. We informed the manager; however instead of removing this individual, he suggested we move our table approximately one metre further away. Instead we decided to leave, despite not finishing either our meal or our drinks. I pointed out to the manager that we had been verbally abused and his response was simply "I know." There was no attempt to remove the abusive man or admonish him in any way. Instead, two females were expected to simply move their table slightly further away, and I expect, to just suck it up. Upon leaving we were initially offered c. £6 off a full bill of £53. We were appalled at this offer given that a) we were not meant to be dining in the bar in the first place, b) service had been glacially slow, and c) a verbally abusive, toxic man had been allowed to remain in the premises. Eventually we were told we would not need to pay anything. While monetary wise, this was a good outcome, ultimately this whole situation was appalling. We were two women dining alone who were offered zero support by a male manager despite being subjected to threatening, misogynistic language when merely going out for dinner. We are two women in our 40s who had only had 1.5 pints each. I dread to think how younger, less sober women present could have been treated. To have a man be able to sit in this bar, completely intoxicated at only 6pm, verbally abusing women with ZERO consequences and a fair level of disinterest from male management, is disgusting. This bar is not a safe space for women, period. Avoid.

Had a great carvery lunch and actually one of the best carvery i have had in a long time, great food, great service. The staff are working so hard and worth a visit to James and his jolly team

Went on Sunday for carvery. Soup had absolutely no taste or flavor like water and veg. Dinner very bog standard very small amounts of meat . Definitely not be back

It was very pleasant and welcoming.

Service was polite but very very slow. Food was just ok.

Just average place. Very overpriced in drink. I haven't eaten there yet n to be honest, I'm unsure if I really want to due to it's prices n lack of character But I may be try it again if with friends

Was in yesterday during the 6 nations event, Elle had served me throughout the night. Had the honey chilli chicken, lasagna, and cheese cake for a three course meal, absolutely delicious; fresh and full of flavour, not a fault to it all. Quick and Friendly service with a good laugh, 4 pints of guiness for £20 during the 6 nations is a bargain for a well poured pint of guiness.

Best spot in Lisburn, been for drinks, lunch and bottomless brunch now, the food is delicious and the service is amazing! The manager is great with the customers and makes you feel so welcome!!

Called in last Saturday and I have to say the food was delicious. Service was excellent as well.

Myself and my went to the new lounge area last night for our anniversary. Everything from the service to the food and drinks was amazing. Would highly recommend this place 👌

Me and my husband had dinner at the upstairs Lounge last night and the food was absolutely amazing! We had baby back ribs which was so tender and falling off the bone, 10oz steak which was so juicy and perfectly cooked. The atmosphere was so nice and relaxed and the service was excellent! So glad that we have found this spot so close to home

This place has a good street presence and we liked the ambience and decor. No live music when we visited but the FA cup was on so fair enough. We’d been in before but not for food and the music was really good. The staff were very courteous and friendly. No issue finding us a table, even though we’d just walked-in without a booking, although it was early January so the place wasn’t really busy. The food was another matter. It took a long time to get to us and they were not run off their feet with kitchen orders. When the food finally arrived it was disappointing. The beef dripping chips were great and the burger was tasty, but was fairly meagre for the money, mainly because it didn’t come with bacon or cheese as it would in most other similarly priced local places, but even at that it wasn’t great value for money.anyway. It felt more like a kids portion if honest. Found myself snacking late that night. The lasagne was watery and not very appealing. The garlic bread was just white bread toasted with garlic in it. It was served in small triangles like in a breakfast cafe. Not sure what they were thinking. Maybe it was all they had. We didn’t finish it. When asked how the meal was by a guy who appeared to be the manager we gave honest feedback, which was accepted and seemed to be appreciated. We were told the lasagne would be discounted off the bill. When we went to pay no manager was in sight and no discount was given. Not for us. Will be back for drinks and music, but not the food.

Food was delightful! Waitress was attentive! Atmosphere was really good. Live music was great!

I think we just came on an off-day because what a disappointment! We made a reservation for Saturday afternoon, and although it didn't seem too busy, it's possible they were understaffed due to the Christmas holiday because the service was quite poor. Most other tables had a full menu (we gathered from some light creeping 👀), yet we were only offered a limited set menu that had just one veg option. While our drinks came fairly quickly, we waited for our food for over an hour. None of us were in a rush, but it was odd they didn't even come back with water or to ask if we wanted another drink while we waited. When the food finally arrived, it was no longer hot, and they gave me a chicken curry instead of the veg (maybe not normally a huge deal except I'm vegetarian). When I got the replacement veggie curry, it appeared like it was slapped together at the last second as it looked starkly different. I'm usually pretty easy to please food-wise, but it was very watery and bland. Even the rice was sopping. The one saving grace was our server--I wish I got her name! She was doing her best in a less-than-ideal situation, and I appreciate that she requested for my meal to be on the house and for our table to be given a discount. Holidays can be hectic, so I hope this poor experience was just a one-off, but we were pretty bummed.

Overpriced. Poor quality. Poor service (despite it being relatively quiet). Arrived with 4 adults and 5 children (2-5years) took 1 hour to get our meals. Only allowed to order from one of the menus provided (no mention of pre book required as stated by server on either). Limited option for vegetarian. I highlighted this then enquired re chips/fries on side of my choice. Given options but when bill arrived listed as ‘beef dripping chips’. Children not provided with drinks during meal or offered ice cream at end. Childs portion chips/fries larger than adults paid for separately. Not again.

Brilliant night on Saturday for works Christmas Dinner, food, staff oh and the Guinness all 100%, definitely be back 👍👍

You are advertising as dog friendly, You are not. We were not allowed in downstairs today, just for a drink. But we were told we could sit outside and be served, in the freezing cold. Not acceptable in this day and age where tolerance of all should be the norm.

Had the festive bottomless brunch yesterday with a group of friends. We were looked after by James and Patrick who were amazing. Nothing we asked was too much trouble. The food and cocktails were beautiful and the service was second to none. Great afternoon in the Lark.

Average at best, been here a few times and don’t know why I keep coming back. It’s probably the only decent bar in Lisburn but even at that it’s poor. They need to get rid of the live music, yes it’s great some local talent get to show perform. The acoustics are too loud than they need to be or but it means you are shouting loud to have a conversation with your party or even when you’re trying to order a drink. The temperature of the place could be improved as well.

Where do I begin? From the moment I entered the building I was greeted by a lovely waitress who proceeded to seat us very quickly, I ordered a Sunday dinner and it was one of the best that I've ever had, Food arrived promptly as did my drink and it was an amazing experience, Would definitely come back for more

Decided to try out the steak and sticks offer as a date night. Great value for money and was delicious. Definitely worth going too. Looking forward to going back.

Where do I start? Temperature of the venue was too cold in a really cold October night. Slightly overpriced food, however, food is delicious . The waitress on shift could’ve been a wee bit more pleasant. And the toilets are still the same from the old Tuesday, Bell Wetherspoons. The minute you get to the bottom of the stairs the stench of steel urine hit up the nose. Proceeded to go into the toilets to find empty patches that would have had a class a drug in it.

Enjoyed the food so much that I visited twice in a week. I was pleased to find that they offer a range of prices to cater to different budgets. The lunchtime special is especially excellent value, would highly recommend the Korean Chicken burger and fries. Excited to try more!

Just had a beautiful lunch from the lunch time menu. Great quality food at a very good price. Can't wait to try other things from the menu.

Ellie and Amy were exceptional. Not only did they offer customer service at its zenith, but they were a great crack, can't wait to visit again!

We went for dinner on a Sunday and stayed for the bingo. Food was fantastic and the staff were friendly, answering any questions we had. Great atmosphere and crowd for the bingo

Called in on spec Tuesday evening to try out the new food menu. Found food and staff excellent. They were very helpful and friendly. Pity not more customers to create some atmosphere. However will definitely be back as I want to try out lunch menu.

Not great, small overpriced portions. Asked waitress what cut of beef was in Harissa beef, she came back saying it’s marinated.. Ordered scampi with skinny fries for £19.50£. Fries looked like leftovers from dog dinner, bowl of scampi was bowl of soggy lettuce leaves with few bits of scampi on top. Was still hungry after. Female toilets smelled absolutely horrendous. Would not go back, terrible experience.

nice bar altho had to que for the bar and the music which was good was just a bit loud

Just in for a few drinks with friends nice place

Went in to watch the rugby plenty of people there and a few families with kids they don't serve food anymore but there's a pizza shop nearby and you can bring your pizza into the bar

Called in to watch the Grand National over a glass or 2. Nice pub with a good atmosphere, but on this occasion, the big letdown was the sound system. Couldn't hear a word of the commentry. There are lots of speakers, and it was loud enough, just completely garbled for want of a better way of putting it. I'm sure it is something that could easily be sorted by a good sound engineer.

Great lay out and good atmospere

Didn't eat here but good comments .The bar has a good atmosphere

The Lark is ok, Drinks are expensive and it lacks any real atmosphere.

Not bad little bar, disappointed that you can't drink on the veranda. LIsburn !!

I mean it's westherspoons with a paint job, sells beer tho, 3 stars

Been here a few times, always have a great night. The live music is always fantastic and the bar staff very efficient and attentive especially Lewis and Damian(think that was the managers name). Delicious cocktails and we were very impressed that they knew exactly where we were sitting and offered to carry drinks.

Cocktails and food was amazing. Live music playing and a decent beer gardern

I've never visited a place more than I visit here. I love the food, the vibe and the kindness of the staff and patrons are unbelievable. I can't recommend the place highly enough

served in a basket instead of on a plate, not baked and not tasty. I do not recommend it and as you can see in the photo it was empty 😞

They have punk IPA on tap and there does not seem to be any hassle

Upstairs was surprisingly empty for a Saturday night but the food was hot,tasty and served quickly. Staff and service was superb. The coleslaw is a must with the mains 😎

Very attentive staff that go above and beyond to help you. Great atmosphere and fantastic music. Food was amazing.

Cool spot with good offers and great selection of drinks. The staff are friendly and helpful. We had some food and it was tasty too.

Just went in for a pint lovely day so sat outside the staff opened the door and the music was great

Great act on in here when we were in fantastic singer