Waterman Restaurant

“Every dish—from the starters through to dessert—was absolutely incredible;”

Sam Meyer★★★★★

Spectacular dinner with warm friendly service. Focaccia was airy and the wild garlic butter was wonderful. My chicken with cacciatore sauce was delicious and hearty, and the desserts were especially inventive - I enjoyed my brown bread ice cream with Guinness caramel but my partner's dark chocolate cream with boozy cherries and pistachio crumble was great.

Dr C★★★★★

We had a lovely evening at The Waterman. Our food was excellent; flavoursome and hearty for a cold, wet, winter’s night. We highly recommend the beetroot tartlet, celeriac and apple soup, the ox cheek and the chateaubriand, oh, and the brown bread ice-cream, which was amazing. Service was very good - friendly and welcoming but not overbearing. The staff also went out of their way to accommodate our requests.

Kris Meyer Dorr★★★★★

Absolutely Incredible — A Must-Visit in Belfast! From start to finish, our experience at The Waterman was truly exceptional. Every dish—from the starters through to dessert—was absolutely incredible; the flavors, presentation, and quality were simply outstanding. What really set the evening apart was the warm and gracious service. The owners went above and beyond to make my sister-in-law’s birthday celebration extra special, which we all sincerely appreciated. Their genuine hospitality made the night unforgettable. If you’re in Belfast, do not miss this restaurant. I will absolutely return

Igor Levko★★★★★

< Stepping into Waterman, you immediately get a sense that you're in for a delicious food that truly stole the show, as a charmingly chaotic service. From the moment our plates arrived, it was clear the kitchen at Waterman knew its stuff. Each dish was a vibrant explosion of flavors, perfectly cooked and beautifully presented. Seriously, the food here is a must-try. Now, about the service. If you're looking for military precision and seamless execution, this might not be your spot. There was a definite buzz, a charmingly uncoordinated dance of servers, and perhaps a slight delay here and ther