Today's Freshly Prepared Soup
€5.00
served with wheaten bread
Today's Freshly Prepared Soup
served with wheaten bread
Hot & Spicy Buffalo Wings
with blue cheese mayo & celery sticks
BBQ
with blue cheese mayo & celery sticks
Chicken Caesar Salad
crisp lettuce, Caesar dressing, croutons, parmesan shavings
Goats cheese fritters
beetroot pure & fresh salad leaves
Vegetable spring roll
on a bed of soba noodles & honey chilli glaze
Grilled flatbreads
served with chilli & garlic humus & black olive tapenade
Creamy garlic mushrooms
served on grilled sourdough with mixed leaves
Grilled Halloumi
served with flatbreads chilli jam & sun blushed tomato pure
Cider mussels
fresh mussels, steamed in Irish cider with cream herbs & crusty bread
Traditional fish & chips
Belfast larger battered fish, chunky chips, tartar sauce
Open Steak Sandwich
6oz rump steak sandwich, tobacco onions, chunky chips Jameson's pepper cream
Pan fried pork chops
with chorizo mash, cider tomato & thyme gravy
Chargrilled 10oz sirloin Steak
Chunky chips, onion rings, tomato, garlic butter or Jameson's Peppercorn cream
Whig chargrilled burger
8oz burger, cheese, tomato relish , beef tomato ,raw red onion, brioche bap & chunky chips
Southern fried chicken burger
Marinated in buttermilk , coated in herbs and spices salad leaves, chipotle mayo, on a brioche bap chunky chips
Chargrilled chicken stack
Chargrilled chicken on a bed of mash, Jameson's peppercorn cream , tobacco onions & seasonal veg
Roast of day
chefs roast of the day with seasonal veg & gravy
Korean fried Chicken
crispy deep fried chicken, wok fried veg, with chilli lime& coconut sauce & chunky chips
Grilled Salmon
served on a bed of ratatouille with sauté potatoes & tender stem broccoli
BBQ pulled pork sandwich
slow cooked pork in tangy BBQ sauce in brioche bun with a side of mac n cheese
Chilli beef fries
chilli beef, rice, sour cream, jalapenos, sweet baby peppers topped with cheddar cheese
Chilli beef nachos
chilli beef, rice, sour cream, jalapenos, sweet baby peppers topped with cheddar cheese
Seafood chowder
traditional seafood chowder served with crusty bread
Chips Mash
Garlic chips
Garlic bread
Onion rings
House salad
Spinach & avocado burger
served with sweet potato fries
Plant based Southern fried chicken burger
Plant based Southern fried chicken burger
Plant based Fish Goujons
vegan tartar sauce & chunky chips
Apple pie
warm custard Draynes Farm vanilla ice cream
Chocolate fudge cake
Draynes Farm Vanilla Ice cream
Homemade Pavlova
Draynes Farm cream & strawberry coulis
Cheescake of the day
Draynes farm vanilla ice cream
Banoffee
Draynes farm chocolate & honeycomb ice cream
CHCIKEN GOUJONS WITH CHIPS OR MASH SEASONAL VEGETABLES & GRAVY
HOT DOG & CHIPS
COWBOY SUPPER
CHEESEBURGER & CHIPS
KIDS HALF ROAST OF THE DAY
ICE CREAM SELECTION
STICKY TOFFEE PUDDING WITH ICE CREAM
A Classy Culinary Experience at The Northern Whig - Belfast’s Hidden Gem
Address: 2, Northern Whig Building, 2-10 Bridge St, Belfast BT1 1LU, United Kingdom
If you're looking for a dining experience that combines historic charm with a thoughtfully curated menu, The Northern Whig Menu at this iconic Belfast location is well worth exploring. Housed in a beautifully restored former newspaper building, this establishment exudes sophistication without feeling pretentious.
As a seasoned food reviewer, what stood out immediately was the balance between local authenticity and contemporary flair. The Northern Whig Menu showcases Northern Irish produce at its finest-think Glenarm beef burgers, slow-cooked pork belly, and a standout Irish stew that redefines the classic dish. The vegetarian and vegan selections are equally impressive, particularly the roasted cauliflower steak, which is both hearty and inventive.
From a service perspective, the staff were knowledgeable and attentive without being overbearing. Our server was well-versed in the menu and confidently offered pairing suggestions from the diverse drinks list, including local ales and carefully selected wines.
Compared to other gastropubs in Belfast, The Northern Whig Menu elevates the experience through presentation, taste, and ambience. The art-deco interiors, combined with ambient lighting and subtle historical nods, create an atmosphere that complements the food rather than overpowering it.
One limitation to note is that while the menu is well-rounded, it leans more towards modern European cuisine-those seeking strictly traditional fare may find fewer options. However, the culinary quality and setting more than compensate.
Whether you're a local foodie or a visitor exploring Belfast’s Cathedral Quarter, The Northern Whig offers a memorable and well-executed dining experience. For those planning a visit, booking ahead is recommended-this hidden gem is no longer much of a secret.