The Wee Bistro
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About The Wee Bistro
On Ballyclare Rd in Newtownabbey, The Wee Bistro serves a menu of 41 dishes, taking walk-ins rather than reservations. Starters run from soup of the day to cheesy garlic bread and brie bites, while mains include homemade lasagne and salt and chilli chicken alongside chicken wings. The format keeps the range broad, covering familiar bistro staples rather than a fixed set plate. Guests order at the bistro without needing to book ahead, making it straightforward to drop in. The kitchen's spread, from lighter starters to fuller plates, gives diners a choice across the 41-item menu without narrowing to a single style.
Good to know
- ReservationsWalk-in only
- AccessibilityHas wheelchair-accessible car park · Has wheelchair-accessible entrance · Has wheelchair-accessible seating
Menu & Prices
41 dishes · mains £6–20- Soup Of The Day£6.25
- Homemade Lasagne£13.00
- Salt & Chilli Chicken£13.00
- Chicken Wings£8.75
- Cheesy Garlic Bread£7.25
- Brie Bites£8.50
Reviews
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention belgian waffles, not so wee fry, coffees and matchas and menu cutoff dispute.
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention belgian waffles, not so wee fry, coffees and matchas and menu cutoff dispute.
Customer Review Summary
Diners repeatedly praise the food, from Belgian waffles close to the original recipe to a takeaway "not so wee fry" that arrived on time with great presentation. Coffees and matchas also draw return visits, alongside decor described as casual and home like. One reviewer, however, describes a birthday booking where a menu timing dispute escalated and the party was asked to leave by the owner.
Customer Review Summary
Diners repeatedly praise the food, from Belgian waffles close to the original recipe to a takeaway "not so wee fry" that arrived on time with great presentation. Coffees and matchas also draw return visits, alongside decor described as casual and home like. One reviewer, however, describes a birthday booking where a menu timing dispute escalated and the party was asked to leave by the owner.
Featured reviews
- Michael Delargy
“I have to say I have never been more discussed in all my 55 years I brought my wife and family to the wee Bistro for my daughters 18th birthday my wife's birthday is two days later 09/07 ,so we had a table booked for 7.00pm my wife arrived 10 mins before 7.00pm and the second run with me and my daughter arrived just before 7.15pm there was two menus on the table so we all chose what we wanted of both the menus that were made available to us ,so we all had pretty much had decided what we wanted to order ,at 7.40pm some 30 mins after arriving at the wee bistro one of the waiters came and said sorry you can't order of that menu as it finishes at 7.00pm and took those menus away as I was the person who booked the meal for my family for my daughters 18th birthday I felt very upset the waiter said several times it says on the menu that it says that finishes at 7.00pm ,I said why was that menu left for us to choose from as our table was booked from 7.00pm ,so who I believe to be the owner who works in the kitchen came out and said that someone (one of his staff) said that I would trail him around the kitchen .then he came out and said to leave the restaurant so the party of 6 that I had brought down to the establisment for my daughters 18th birthday left the premisis ,obvously i was far from happy with all of the above ,the owner said I use to do the door in different locations ,I replied I dont care if or where you done the door anywhere like in a threatining mannor personaĺy I couldent give two hoots what anyones history is as I am 6ft tall and 17.5 stone and dont feel threatened by a anyone ,I just feel very very dissapointed by the treatment that me and my family recieved at the hands of the owner of the wee bistro ,you should be Ashamed of yourself ,espically c”
- Miss Cailín
“Consistently lovely in the Wee Bistro! I’ve had their food before and it’s always lovely. I just started getting some of their coffees and matchas etc and they’re class too! Definitely recommend.”
- Darcy Welsh
“Parking is an issue, but find a spot close by and walk, it's worth it! The decor is casual and comfortable, very home like. The staff is friendly and helpful, reminded me of visiting family. The food was abundant and very tasty.”
- Alan O Reilly
“Ordered a Not so wee fry for take away and it was beautiful. Ready on time, presentation was great and taste was amazing. Will be back!”
- Yan Jun Chua
“A huge surprise for our small weekend getaway! Fabulous service, reasonable price and the most important thing - tasty food. Belgian waffles were beyond our expectations as it was quite close to original recipe.”
Amenities
- Has wheelchair-accessible car park
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- Accessibility· 3
- Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
- Has wheelchair-accessible seating
- Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
Location
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| Place | Rating | Distance | Mentioned in reviews |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Wee Bistro | 4.8685 | — | belgian waffles, not so wee fry, coffees and matchas |
| BluebellsOutdoor seating · Vegetarian options · Good for kids | 4.6202 | 2.8 mi | catering for events, bacon sandwich, lasagne |
| Wai Kee - Antrim Road | 4.046 | 3.5 mi | chicken balls, salted chilli all in one box, popcorn chicken |
| Basil'sGood for kids | 4.8161 | 3.7 mi | ulster fry, filled sodas, omelettes |
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