The best restaurants in Southern NI

11/07/2020: Got the opportunity to get back to this fabulous restaurant last Saturday night. All social distancing measures and sanitation was adhered to so we felt comfortable from the outset. The service as always was impeccable! A big shout out to Paula and the team who always provide a very professional warm welcome. Myself and my husband would eat here regularly and have never been disappointed. The food is fabulous! Highly recommend the fillet steak! There is never much left on the plate! A fantastic restaurant all round from the service to the food and overall ambience! Needless to say we will be back.

09/07/2020: As usual our dining experience at Courtney’s was first class. The food was spectacular and the service was top notch from all staff. We received a warm and safe welcome, we felt extremely safe in this post lockdown situation. Well done to all the staff at Courtney’s, can’t wait to be back for another beautiful meal.

11/03/2020: Brilliant food and atmosphere. We went for breakfast, my husband had the fry and I have the lentil dish. Both were delicious, we cleaned our plates! We also had one of their fresh scones which was very tasty. Would definitely come back.

24/02/2020: I took my friend here today for lunch. She had the Philli burger and I had the salt’n’chilli chicken. Food was delicious. We will defo be back. Thanks for looking after us so well Shannon.

16/07/2020: Today we decided to head to Carrick Cottage Cafe for breakfast and as always it was fantastic. The service is brilliant, Friendly and efficient. The food is what you would expect. Tasty and well presented.The view from the Cafe is amazing. There aren't to many places like this in the world.I can't recommend this place enough. Perfect for a quick coffee or a really good breakfast/lunch. Although we didn't have a dessert today then did look awesome. Next time we will definitely be having one. Thanks for having us. We can't wait to come back.

05/07/2020: I wouldn’t recommend the place to anyone. Nor would I return for a second chance. I was going there today with my sister and her fiancé. She had heard good reviews from her friends and we thought it’d be a good spot and a lovely view to go with our meal.However when we arrived we were given only 1 food menu and 2 beverages menus. Not ideal.Due to COVID-19 and the deck seating area being full we temporarily sat outside on the benches. A worker informed us that when a table freed up she’d move us over.15 mins had gone past and a table in the decking area freed up. No staff considered to inform us and we took it upon ourselves to relocate.By this stage no one had approached us for drinks never mind a food order. A worker comes over to clear our table but does not ask if we have had an order took.Finally a worker walks by from afar and says she’ll be with us shortly to take our order. She then proceeds to take an order from people that came in after us.That was the last straw and as we walked out there seemed to be no acknowledgement from the staff that they gave terrible customer service.

21/03/2020: I don't think I could go a weekend without calling in for my breakfast 10/10. Love the food & atmosphere. James and his staff provide a top class service.

16/02/2020: Love going to Fullabeans for their breakfast bap. Always service with a smile . The food is all from the area which keeps it local and cumberland sausages to die for. I keep intending to try other items from the breakfast menu, but always come back to the Breakfast bap as have never had one as tasty anywhere else.

25/07/2020: Zio's been our family favourite for a while now!Every time you go in, you get this warm welcome and lovely atmosphere, staff are all very very good, pleasant and helpful!Food is real experience, everything we get is cooked to perfection!!Place, where everyone will find something for their taste buds!!Brilliant keep up the good work*****

18/07/2020: Pizzas are the best I’ve ever tasted. Staff very friendly. Very reasonable prices. Very busy place so need to make a reservation a week in advance.

21/02/2020: We eat in the Diamonds Restaurant very often. The food is excellent and reasonably priced. The staff are friendly and helpful. Would highly recommend it.

16/02/2020: Usually everything is good,but this time a few problems.

26/06/2020: Does a great "Stheak".......with "Musharooms"! Plus the fact there is beer on tap and no Armagh slabbers nearby helps with the Ambiance thingy!!

04/03/2020: Amazing service once again, we ordered the spicy chicken wings with a blue cheese sauce for starters, then had chicken stir fry and beef stir fry omg so much on our plates and lots of meat had to leave room for dessert which was pavlova, all the food we ordered was so tasty and presented so well. Thankyou again

29/07/2020: Visited for breakfast on the way to the west of Ireland. The smell of bacon was just wonderful as i opened the door. We were given a hugely friendly welcome for our party of 6 and the tables were laid out with plenty of space between them for social distance. The breakfast menu has everything that you would want on it, including vegetarian options, lighter breakfasts and items that appeal to kids. Our order was taken quickly and for 6 breakfasts the waiting time was super. Every piece of food was cooked to perfection. I'm not a coffe drinker but I'm told it was also very good. Honestly couldn't find fault here, great food, great service and fair prices. I'll definitely be back.

09/03/2020: CoffeeHouse95 have a menu with lots of options. They offer light bites such as bagels, pancakes and wraps and burgers, chips, pies etc are also available! It’s my number one spot for meeting a friend for lunch - it’s very reasonable too.

16/02/2020: Was taken here for my birthday , luckily it was Steak Night, 2 steaks, 2 sides, 2 drinks for £29.95. Steak was cooked to perfection and we shared our sides, so plenty for everyone. Staff are both friendly and attentive. Will be booking again this month.

18/07/2020: A favourite for lunch for me and my hubby. Friendly staff. Great menu choice and always made fresh to order Never disappointed. Staff very welcoming and friendly

19/02/2020: Lovely food, amazing coffee, great service and great value. It’s good to see a unique restaurant like this around Newry