REVIEW BEN MADIGANS

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BEN MADIGANS

SITUATED AT THE FOOT of Cavehill in north Belfast, Ben Madigans not only offers a fast, friendly and exceedingly good service in a beautiful setting, the award winning delicious food menu offers something for everyone.

Ben Madigans offers one of the best dining experiences in the area with its mouth watering dishes uniquely prepared using fresh high quality ingredients.

On my recent visit to Ben Madigans I was greeted by the supervisor Danny who I can only describe as an absolute gentleman. He introduced me to two waitresses called Lana and Karen who were so friendly, helpful and attentive and the service they offered was excellent.

My partner and I chose to share the Fivemile Goats cheese starter whipped with honey, pickled organic beets, candied walnuts with a balsamic glaze which was the perfect beginning to a perfect meal. This was also served with beautifully cooked focaccia chips accompanied by lettuce cups. The cheese was rich and delicious but wasn’t too overpowering and it was just the right amount for sharing.

For the main dish my partner Tom opted for the traditional fish and chips. The haddock was lightly beer battered and the chunky chips were cooked to perfection. He also said the homemade tartar sauce was the “best he had ever tasted” - top quality at a great price.

I decided on the chef’s recommendation which was the ‘Featherblade’ of Beef and I can assure you I wasn’t disappointed. The beef was slow-braised which made it so tender and flavourful, this was served with melt in the mouth buttery cream potatoes and a red wine jus.

Tom and I decided to share the trio of chocolate brownie dessert served with fudge sauce and caramel ice-cream which tantalised both of our tastebuds. The brownies were super moist in the middle with the perfect amount of chocolate, definitely the best brownies I have ever tasted.

Ben Madigan’s offers something for everyone in a cosy, beautiful setting, with super friendly staff and amazing food. The next time you are in the area be sure to pop in for a perfect dining experience.

If you don’t feel like sitting in, Ben Madigan’s Bar and Kitchen also offers a food to go menu, check out their website to view the full menu. benmadigansbar.com