The best restaurants in Strand Derry Western NI

If you’re looking for more than just a coffee shop, The Coffee Tree is the place to be. This café feels like an escape from the everyday, blending a cozy, inviting atmosphere with top-tier coffee and food that’s anything but ordinary. The first thing you’ll notice walking in is the warm ambiance. It’s a place where you instantly feel at home, whether you’re there to catch up with friends, enjoy a quiet moment alone, or get some work done (if you can stand the lunch rush). But the real magic happens when you take that first sip. Their coffee is on another level, with beans sourced from New Kid and brewed to perfection by skilled baristas who know their craft. Each cup is rich, smooth, and layered with flavour; you can taste the care and expertise behind every pour. The food is just as noteworthy. With fresh, local ingredients and creative twists on classic dishes, be it tray bakes, sandwiches or salads. The staff deserves a special mention as well. Friendly, knowledgeable, and always ready with a recommendation, they make you feel welcome and appreciated with every visit. In short, The Coffee Tree is more than just a coffee stop; it’s an experience. Perfect for coffee aficionados and casual drinkers alike, this spot is well worth a visit, and I can guarantee you’ll want to return again and again. Highly recommended!

We went for a weekend away to the city & were so well received by Liam, Marty & the rest of the staff of Odies. Class service, got a free taster of their own craft beer & a complimentary shot as well. Food was really good - the chef even shared a secret recipe. They were all so personal & lovely, which made us realise this is why we missed going out for a meal so much. They did everything for us to be able to get a taxi etc. Supporting small & local always pays off! Definitely worth a visit!

Punto de craqueo para el desayuno. Un ambiente acogedor, asientos cómodos y posiblemente uno de los mejores lugares de Derry para sentarse. Vine aquí para desayunar y tomar un café después del gimnasio y nada mejoró mi día. . . ¡Sigan haciendo lo que ustedes están haciendo! ! (Gachas O panqueques son mi ir también)

Tidy spot , ques a bit mad though couldn't do it on the regular.

I couldn't recommend the Pod enough! I arranged a dinner for my friend's Halloween hen and Ronan couldn't have been more accommodating, we had the top floor of the bus to ourselves and the service & food was amazing. It's such a cool venue, definitely a must try!

While great food and the staff are lovely Will be recommending and returning

Best nights craic singer was brilliant

Fantastic cafe. Friendly staff and authentic coffee. Lovely scones and Bakewell tart

Amazing food and even better Service!

This looks lovely and has a nice vibe. The food however was disappointing. The full breakfast consisted of reheated, shrivelled meat. The pancakes were dry and cold and burnt. The coffee was decent but generally we were very disappointed, waste of money I’m afraid.

Great place, excellent staff and food, easy parking, will be back, Edit 2025, overpriced, don't trust the menu prices as they don't get updated, 40 quid plus for 2 mains and water is starting to get into the top end, staff are great though so don't blame them.

Amazing staff who were talkative and able to interact well with customers!! (Even spilling a few funny jokes along the way). However service time was quite slow. Understandable during busy times of the year like coming up to Christmas but there was only a few other tables seated in the place. Overall lovely food and lovely staff though - some amazing deals on as well, will be back!

The food was so good my soul ascended to god and I spiritually high fived him

Being a former chef, also being from one of the greatest food cities in the world (New Orleans) and currently living in Spain in the tapas capital (Granada) I can say with all of my expertise and confidence that these guys have created something special here. From the service to the food, an incredible tequila and mezcal selection, and some high quality product and even higher execution of their spins on Spanish classics, this place has to be on your list to try in Derry.