10 Best Spots For Sunday Lunch In Belfast (Roast + Carvery)

If you’re in search of the best places for Sunday lunch in Belfast, you’ve landed in the right place.

There’s some incredible restaurants in Belfast where you can chow down on a fine bit of Sunday lunch!

In the guide below, you’ll find where to grab the best Sunday roast in Belfast to where to pick-up the tastiest carvery in Belfast.

Our favourite places for Sunday lunch in Belfast

The first section of our guide is packed with places that we think do the best Sunday lunch in Belfast in 2024.

These are places where one or more of The Irish Road Trip Team have eaten in over the years and that have loved.

1. Neill’s Hill Brasserie

Located in the centre of Ballyhackamore Village in Belfast, Neill’s Hill Brasserie is a charming neighbourhood restaurant where executive chef Cath Gradwells is in charge of preparing traditional Irish foods including small plates, fresh fish, and local cuts.

On Sundays, the restaurant offers delicious roasted meat and vegetarian roasts, with thick slices of roast pork turkey, beef, and pork on offer.

If you fancy something a little bit different, try the smoked eel fritters with beetroot puree and parma ham with buffalo mozzarella on top. 

Related read: Check out our guide to the best brunch in Belfast in 2024 (there’s lots to choose from).

2. Darcy’s Belfast

Welcome to Darcy’s Belfast, a family-run restaurant that focuses on traditional foods of the highest quality. Their Sunday Irish lunch includes lamb shank, honey roasted ham, and desserts like fresh fruit pavlova and chocolate fudge.

On the main menu, expect to find local delicacies such as pies, seafood chowder, Irish soda bread, and raspberry truffle cheesecake.

If you are searching for an old-school restaurant with a traditional interior in the centre of the city, look no further than Darcy’s for your Sunday lunch in Belfast.

3. Deanes at Queens

You will find Deanes in the lively Queen’s Quarter in Belfast. Overlooking Methodist College, this elegant restaurant focuses on simple and hearty traditional Irish cuisine. Their Sunday lunch menu is spectacular.

From stuffed pork loin and salmon with veggies to roast chicken and Yorkshire pudding, there is plenty of delicious grub to enjoy here at Deanes at Queens. 

In addition to tasty dishes, the restaurant has a large range of fine wines and beers on the menu. If the weather is nice, enjoy your Sunday roast on their glorious terrace.

4. Graze Belfast

Opened in 2013 by John Moffatt, Graze Belfast is a great place to enjoy a traditional Sunday roast in Belfast.

After studying the culinary arts and working in some of the best restaurants in the city, John decided to open a restaurant of his own.

The roast beef and chicken are served with veg, potatoes, and veggies and crafted to perfection. On the main menu, you will find other food delicacies such as lobster, sea bass, and steak. 

Related read: Check out our guide to the best vegan restaurants in Belfast in 2024 (there’s plenty to choose from).

5. The Glenowen Inn

The Glenowen Inn is a popular spot that offers a delicious Sunday set menu. Start with the tempura prawns with a creamy seafood dip, salad, and wheaten loaf.

The turkey ham with a stuffing roast will melt in your mouth. The roast potatoes and veggies that accompany the meal are cooked to perfection.

For dessert, I recommend the profiteroles with fresh cream. If you’re after a nice, chilled place for Sunday carvery in Belfast, you can’t go wrong here.

6. James St

James St is owned by Niall Mckenna, a famous chef and entrepreneur. The restaurant’s roast beef with Yorkshire pudding, gravy, roast potatoes and champ is delicious.

If you opt for the a la carte menu, grilled cod, farmhouse terrine, County Antrim fillet of beef, and scallops are some of the most popular dishes at this fine dining establishment.

There is a lovely bar area where you will find an extensive list of whisky, beer, cider, and gins. 

7. Stormont Hotel Belfast

Located just a short walk from the Belfast city centre, Stormont Hotel Belfast is famous for its 3-course Sunday lunches.

Enjoy succulent roasts together with decadent desserts at £35 per person (prices may change).

Don’t leave before going for a walk around the picturesque Stormont Estate which is located just a stone’s throw from this fabulous hotel.

8. McHugh’s Bar & Restaurant

Situated inside one of the oldest buildings in Belfast, McHugh’s Bar & Restaurant is all about traditional Irish cuisine and, as it happens, it’s one of our favourite pubs in Belfast.

With open fires and comfortable sitting, this venue is a perfect place to enjoy a relaxed Sunday carvery in Belfast.

Sample dishes from the a la carte menu such as pancakes and steamed mussels, chicken wings, soups, and a variety of other traditional Irish foods with a modern twist.

Related read: Check out our guide to the best bottomless brunch in Belfast in 2024 (there’s now only 3 running).

9. Havana Bank Square

Located minutes away from Bank Square in the centre of Belfast, Havana Bank Square offers locally sourced foods and a range of artisan cocktails.

The Sunday lunch menu is reasonably priced and lasts from 12 to 3 pm. What’s on the menu?! Expect to find a range of delicious dishes including beer-battered haddock, pale smoked cod, pan-fried scallop, crispy spiced squid, and whole lemon sole.

If you are craving something sweet, order the lemon posset or go for mango white chocolate cheesecake.

10. Murphy Browns

Visitors will find Murphy Browns on Cavehill Road in Belfast. This family-oriented dining venue is a great place to visit with kids and has child booster seats.

All of the food is sourced locally and prepared by a team of experienced chef’s. Try the burger served with bacon and cheese or go for the chicken goujons with salad and sweet potato fries.

The dessert list is impressive and includes options like terry’s chocolate orange cheesecake and Pavlova.

Related read: Check out our guide to the best places for afternoon tea in Belfast in 2024 (from fancy 5 star hotels to quirky cafes)

Sunday roast Belfast: Where have we missed?

I’ve no doubt that we’ve unintentionally left out some brilliant places for Sunday carvery in Belfast from the guide above.

If you have a place that you’d like to recommend, let me know in the comments below and I’ll check it out!