LIR

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• G

  Google user

  ·1 month ago

  “This place is excellent, where do I start. Starter/ small plates fabulous, how can padron peppers taste this good and the pickle and ricotta is one of the prettiest dishes I've ever seen. The pork neck kebab was soo good, the flavour and texture soo on point (love pork cooked medium rare). The fish for mains was the star of the show. I had the monkfish and cafe de Paris, it was exceptional, I would come back just for this. The rest of the table had lemon sole and battered haddock which they were raving about but I still think mine was the best. They had a cracking range of beer and the bull house lager was superb. Rest of the table said the wine was good as well.”

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• G

  Google user

  ·2 months ago

  “Fabulous dinner last night. We had nibbles of peppers, smoked almonds and huge garlic olives to start. All delicious. Dinner was cod and 1/2 lobster...absolutely beautiful. Will definitely be back. Staff v attentive and friendly..1 thing to mention...my plate and empty starter plates were removed while my husband was still eating his starter..I would prefer to wait till all eating finished.”

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• G

  Google user

  ·4 months ago

  “:It’s essential to book a table in advance at this restaurant, and that’s exactly what we did. However, upon arrival, we still had to wait around 30 minutes for a table to become available. During that time, we ordered drinks at the bar, but unfortunately, they only arrived just as we were being shown to our table indoors from the terrace. That was disappointing, especially after already waiting for some time. Be prepared to wait a little longer for the food as well, but in our opinion, it was worth it. Everything was fresh, delicious, and well prepared. We visited in the middle of the week, and the restaurant was very busy and quite noisy. The bartenders struggled to hear customers, making it difficult to place orders at times. In terms of value, the food was reasonably priced. We paid £65 for two main courses , tenderstem broccoli and one starter, while two Guinness cocktails cost £27. Despite the delays with the drinks service and the wait for our table, the quality of the food made for an enjoyable dining experience overall.”

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• G

  Google user

  ·4 months ago

  “We just had the most amazing 3 course lunch at this place. A gorgeous spot. Very welcoming to me, partner and dog. The food was incredible. My favourite was the buckfast braised short rib with sweetcorn puree. The butter bean mash in my main (see pic) was phenomenal! Thanks folks!”

• G

  Google user

  ·5 months ago

  “Tucked along the Causeway Coast, Lir is the kind of place that doesn’t shout for attention. The restaurant’s philosophy leans heavily into hyper-local sourcing, with seafood taking centre stage. This isn’t just a stylistic choice; it’s a reflection of place. Expect impeccably fresh fish and shellfish, often landed just hours before service, handled with restraint and respect. Flavours are clean, precise, and thoughtfully balanced. It’s the kind of food that trusts its ingredients, rather than trying to outshine them. But what elevates Lir beyond a very good seafood restaurant is its attention to detail. The pacing, the plating, and the atmosphere feel considered without ever tipping into formality. There’s also a quiet ambition here. While rooted in Northern Irish produce, the kitchen isn’t afraid to incorporate modern techniques or subtle global influences. The result is a dining experience that feels both grounded and forward-thinking.”

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• G

  Google user

  ·5 months ago

  “Okay WOW - wonderful food, service. Easily my favorite meal during our time in Ireland. The Guinness margarita is a absolute must - probably one of the best drinks I have ever had. 🍻”

• G

  Google user

  ·5 months ago

  “Hands down *the* best eatery on the north coast. If Lir was in East London it would be packed every night and you’d be having to book weeks in advance.. But it couldn’t ever be in E London because: it would not have the quality of fresh local ☘️ produce, and it would not have those views!!! Never had a meal here that didn’t hit the spot (cannot say the same for even the Bushmills Inn and Tartine). Whether you pop in for a morning cuppa, or booking in for lunch / dinner, the service is so friendly and efficient. The food is delicious 10/10. Drinks aplenty from a pot of tea to a bottle of wine - and the Guinness good too. For locals and tourists - definitely worth switching sea views for river views - and heading to Coleraine Marina. Lir is the highlight of not just Coleraine, but the whole Causeway Coast.”

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• G

  Google user

  ·5 months ago

  “What made the experience really worth it was how nice and welcoming the ladies were! Smily faces lovely attitude and friendly manners, and the service was absolutely exceptional and heart-catching! Claire is an amazing person and manager. As for the food, the mix seafood was pretty good. The sirloin steak was good and tinder, however I really wanted to feel the flame grilled or charcoal grilled taste, but the steak tasted more plain cooked rather than grilled. The mushroom sauce was extremely delicious and well made! Loved it the most thanks to the chef 🙏🏻chips were very tasty too. Now the view is something else! I would honestly just sit there for hours and not get board of that painting-like view.. so dreamy and fascinating. Overall the experience was memorable and I definitely recommend this place if you’re seeking lovely service and a decent diner.”

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• G

  Google user

  ·7 months ago

  “Incredible experience! Seafood and meat with a street food style. We worked our way through 6 starters and 2 nibbles (fish skin, corn dog and kofta amazing!). Wine was lovely. Service was top notch. We were made to feel genuinely welcome. So good we came back for breakfast.”

• G

  Google user

  ·8 months ago

  “One of the best meals I’ve had in a long time!! The setting is beautiful. We had a lovely table by the window overlooking the river. Jasmine served us and was friendly, knowledgeable and helpful with recommendations. We started with buffalo Oysters and a cocktail each. Both were superb!! Continuing we had a small plate and a large plate each accompanied by a lovely bottle of Txakoli. The Monkfish Loin was the highlight of the day for me! The flavours were incredible. I’ve been telling everyone about our experience and will definitely be coming back soon!!”

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