The Niche Restaurant
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About The Niche Restaurant
The Niche Restaurant is an eclectic restaurant in the city of Irvine, located at 106 Montgomery St. Portions are large, starters included, so a first course arrives as a full plate rather than a small opener. The team takes orders quickly, and service stays quick from the first order to the last. Guests who cannot finish a plate can take the leftovers home in a doggy bag, which suits groups that order generously.
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Reviews
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention chunky chips with haggis, halloumi fries, afternoon tea and stir-fried noodles.
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention chunky chips with haggis, halloumi fries, afternoon tea and stir-fried noodles.
Customer Review Summary
Generous portions are the most repeated draw, with reviewers noting that even the starters are massive and that an afternoon tea was so plentiful a doggy bag was needed. Standouts include chunky chips with haggis and peppercorn sauce, soft in the middle, along with halloumi fries paired with honey and satay chicken skewers. Others single out stir-fried noodles with fresh veg and a rich sauce, a cocktail, and the millionaire sundae. Close behind is the staff, described repeatedly as friendly and helpful. One reviewer praised how quickly orders were taken, and another had a waitress who shared all of her recommendations. A few mention a nice atmosphere, and one diner seated across from the kitchen enjoyed watching the plates come out. One brunch visitor arrived mid-afternoon wanting pancakes, which were not on the menu then, and a staff member checked with the kitchen for leftover mix and came back with a yes.
Customer Review Summary
Generous portions are the most repeated draw, with reviewers noting that even the starters are massive and that an afternoon tea was so plentiful a doggy bag was needed. Standouts include chunky chips with haggis and peppercorn sauce, soft in the middle, along with halloumi fries paired with honey and satay chicken skewers. Others single out stir-fried noodles with fresh veg and a rich sauce, a cocktail, and the millionaire sundae. Close behind is the staff, described repeatedly as friendly and helpful. One reviewer praised how quickly orders were taken, and another had a waitress who shared all of her recommendations. A few mention a nice atmosphere, and one diner seated across from the kitchen enjoyed watching the plates come out. One brunch visitor arrived mid-afternoon wanting pancakes, which were not on the menu then, and a staff member checked with the kitchen for leftover mix and came back with a yes.
Featured reviews
- Irene Mcewan
“Had a beautiful meal was aboustly fantastic, staff very pleasant couldn't do enough for you. Spoke to Erin assistant manager when i was leaving and told her how super quick taking orders..thankyou all staff..be coming back worth train journey..”
- Daria Druzenko
“The stir-fried noodles were full of flavour with fresh veg and a rich sauce, and the cocktail was delicious too. Great food, lovely staff, and a nice atmosphere. Definitely worth a visit! 🍜🍹”
- Katerina Adamcova
“Delicious food and the staff were very friendly and helpful 😊”
- S M
“Birthday treat by friends to an afternoon tea , absolutely delicious, loads of choice and so much food , we had to get a doggy bag , excellent service , very impressed .”
- Kandel Brown
“Came here Easter Monday for some brunch and my friend and I were super in the mood for pancakes. Walked in around 3pm and spoke to Chloe asked if Niche offered pancakes, was told it was part of the breakfast menu, however, she kindly said she’d go and check if the kitchen had any leftover mix to see if they would be able to offer them to us. She came back and said the kitchen were able to do that for us and we were seated with such a warm welcoming energy. Food was incredible and staff were incredibly generous and generally so helpful with anything we needed. Had the best experience and 100% will come back. Chloe is a total gem! Loved her vibe ☺️”
Hours
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Good to know
“Relaxed atmosphere restaurant”
- AccessibilityWheelchair-accessible car park · Wheelchair-accessible entrance · Wheelchair-accessible seating
Amenities
- Wheelchair-accessible car park
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- Accessibility· 3
- Wheelchair-accessible entrance
- Wheelchair-accessible seating
- Wheelchair-accessible toilet
Location
Restaurants near The Niche Restaurant
- Duncan's Bar and Bistro4.55360.4 miGood for kidsReservations
haggis pakora, scottish breakfast, red velvet cheesecake
- Barassie Chippy4.34613.8 mi
fish supper, haddock supper, crispy chips
- The Wee Hurrie4.62,1824.3 mi
fresh fish and chips, seals near harbour, vibrating order buzzer
| Place | Rating | Distance | Mentioned in reviews |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Niche Restaurant | 4.71,191 | — | chunky chips with haggis, halloumi fries, afternoon tea |
| Duncan's Bar and BistroGood for kids · Reservations | 4.5536 | 0.4 mi | haggis pakora, scottish breakfast, red velvet cheesecake |
| Barassie Chippy | 4.3461 | 3.8 mi | fish supper, haddock supper, crispy chips |
| The Wee Hurrie | 4.62,182 | 4.3 mi | fresh fish and chips, seals near harbour, vibrating order buzzer |
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