Superb food,served promptly by really nice staff. Best kept secret in Carrick. Defo best carry out.read more

I was really glad to see this coffee shop open a few months ago. It was one thing Carrick was…read moreseriously lacking as there weren't many places where you could just go for a relaxed coffee and catch up, particularly later on in the day when the cafes had closed for the day. Creed is surrounded by glass walls so you can see inside the relaxed and tastefully decorated shop as you drive past, however the lighting inside is muted so you can see everything comfortable without it being intrusive. I finally visited for a cup of tea with a friend about 6 weeks after it opened, and the experience was great. In the area where the shop is, there are two other businesses, a flooring shop and a pizza takeaway. There is enough parking to cover the three as long as things don't get too busy, and it's a short walk from the front door. We got a seat no problem when we arrived, and got served straight away. I just had the berry tea which came served in an infuser, and it was beautiful, my friend had a coffee. We didn't eat this time, but I saw a fantastic range of pastries, tray-bakes and sandwich options, so will definitely make a point of going back for food soon, particularly as I follow them on Facebook, and the salads they post up look absolutely divine! They also have some really comfy leather couches, great if you aren't in a rush and want to just chill out and watch the world go by.

Beautiful coffee shop, top notch coffee, sweet little space with great views, friendly knowledgable…read morestaff to please even the most pretentious coffee snobs in your group. Additionally, their music selection is on point. Not a ton of seating, but a simple modern design with lots of natural light, plants & wood (lovely simple decor) indoors and my favorite is the outdoor seating (complete with cozy lawn chairs) right on the water with a great view of the promenade. Absolutely perfect for a sunny day in Portrush. Finding this gem was an absolute win. Haven't tried their food yet but we will be back for some of those tasty brunch items we were drooling over after we got a mad case of food envy watching our neighbors order get delivered. If your in town, be sure to check this place out. You won't be disappointed

Adorable spot with a great view. My sister and I ate breakfast here and it was delicious. They also…read morehad a very friendly staff.

The Copper Kettle was very busy restaurant. Fortunately we were seated quickly but it did take a…read morelittle bit of time to order and receive our food. It was well worth the wait. The cabbage and bacon was absolutely delicious. Their chicken was a big hit with many of the surrounding tables ordering them so we had to try them. I am glad that we did because they were fried to perfection and served with a wonderful garlic sauce. We also had a grilled cheese and onion sandwich that was very good. The absolute best part of the meal was the bakery items. Their salted caramel cake was to die for. It was three layered and super fresh. The pumpkin roll was also absolute perfection. I will definitely return to this restaurant.

Stopped in after a tour of Giant's Causeway. Cute little spot, right on the main square in town. A…read moregood place to sit and relax after a windy day on the Causeway. They made me a delicious ham and pineapple toastie - so good that I hope to try and replicate it in my own kitchen soon. My latte was good, too! We had quick and friendly service, and the atmosphere is like you are in someone's home dining room, very welcoming.

Took this place in in passing for the first time last week and really loved it…read more The decor is fine, nothing special but it's a nice enough place to sit, the booths are nice and there is a decent amount of space and comfort. The staff were mostly on the younger side and both helpful and friendly, so it is a pleasure to visit. As for the food itself it was great and a real standout. I got the chicken burger and it was simply one of the best Ive had in a while. Looking forward to calling back in here when next out that way!

This is so good the service is so good I had a conversation with a wee lad and then the cookie…read moredough comes in a pan like it's so good RECOMMEND just amazing

Having visited all of the Springsteen's restaurants in Co. Antrim, This one is definitely my…read morefavourite, and luckily for me, my most local too! Whether it is a post night out fry up, pre-cinema dinner, or Sunday night meet up with friends for a hot chocolate and slice of cake, Springsteens meets all of our requirements with ease. The style of the restaurant is that of an American diner - it is spacious and very well laid out. The seating arrangements are pew-like booths, which allows for a comfortable relaxed envioronment where you can chat with friends and not feel like other patrons are listening in! The menu will suit people of all tastes, aside from the usual 'American Diner' type burgers, fries and shakes, there are options such as soups, club sandwiches, wraps, and my personal favourite, a number of Mexican options, such as Burritos and Chimichangas. Drinks wise, this is a licensed premises, and as such can purchase alcoholic beverages in addition to tea, coffee, and soft drinks. All of the food is reasonably priced, and the portions are huge, you will not go hungry after eating here! Last but not least, and the reason why I give this establishment the full five stars, is the service. The staff at Springsteens in Carrickfergus are always cheerful and helpful, facilitating any special additions or changes to our order without any fuss (I'm one of those annoying customers who always wants my order slightly different to how it is on the menu) The staff always get the balance just right, checking how the meal is shortly after serving, and noticing when drinks are running low and offering refills, but without being overly intrusive to our dining experience.

Springsteens is a favorite place of mine, its best described as an American Diner being a busy…read moreplace with a bit of a buzz about it. Mouth watering diner style dishes are to be enjoyed with a beer or whatever you fancy. They even have thrown into the mix some local dishes as well; for example you get a great Ulster Fry any time of day so forget about the colesterol levels and go for it! Finish off with one of their hot beverages or something from their ice cream selection.

Had lunch here with my daughter, son-in-law and baby grandson. It was a little crowded but we were…read moreable to find a spot in the corner near the door with room for a high chair. Two of us are vegetarians and enjoyed generous slices of veggie quiche and helpings of a few different salads, and the other member of our party enjoyed the chicken pie. Everything looked great here -- fresh and authentic. People were friendly and we also enjoyed walking around the beautiful courtyard garden and checking out some of the other Courtyard shops. I definitely want to visit here again on my next trip to Northern Ireland!

This is one of two little cafés based in the Carrickfergus Courtyard, and this one is my favourite!…read more I've had lunch from here a few times and the food is all home cooked and SO tasty! They do freshly made sandwiches, cakes, and an ever changing selection of hot food options. Their quiche and salad is so tasty. Other food on offer are beautiful homemade soups, stew, pies, paninis and a variety of daily specials. They also do a selection of Morelli ice creams. It's lovely to sit in this little cafe, the decor is rustic and homely, great wee place to spend a lunchtime!

My wife and I stopped for breakfast on our way though Ireland. Only open for four months and this…read moreplace is the latest gem on our journey through the country. Very clean and well run establishment. Food was extremely affordable with outstanding service. Vegetarian options as well. I would have included pics of my food but it was so good I dove right in and forgot all about it.

Tried this last Sunday for a treat and was not disappointed. The exterior alone is worth a visit…read morewith its cute old fashioned shop positioned on the main road. The Sunday menu had a great selection with 2 courses £18.99 which was worth it. I had the fresh cod with crab risotto and the desert of sticky toffee pudding with their homemade ice cream and left very satisfied. Staff were prompt, food was well presented and tasted good and overall the venue was nicely decorated with live music being played. Would recommend if you fancy an escape from Belfast!

I have been looking forward to visiting the Poacher's Pocket for some time. I have heard many…read moreglowing reports and was keen to try it out for myself. I have eaten at it's sister restaurants, Balloo House and The Parsons Nose and loved both so I was happy to complete the hat-trick! The opportunity presented itself with a family double celebration, a 30th wedding anniversary and a birthday. Two great reasons to book a table. The restaurant is based in Lisbane in what used to be Lisbarnet House and is really quaint with quirky interiors. The staff are friendly and helpful, quickly offering to stash the surprise cake that I had brought along. We were presented with two menus, one for Sunday lunch and one for the weekend brunch options, both offering plenty of choice. Regular readers will know that I am a big fan of splitting starters when I cant decide so my first mission was to get someone to agree to share. Mission accomplished, we chose to share the Chicken liver parfait with rhubarb chutney & sourdough bread and the Goat's cheese crostini with candied walnuts & honey. The goat's cheese and rhubarb combination worked really well but for me, the winning choice was the smooth, creamy flavoursome pate- delicious. For my main, I played safe and chose the roast beef- always a good choice for Sunday lunch. A huge portion of beef appeared in front of me along with a sizable Yorkshire pudding and plenty of roasties. A variety of vegetables came on the side. While this was delicious, I will admit that the quantity on the plate defeated me. Another popular choice at the table was the shellfish linguine, prawns, crab, cockles and chorizo cream- jam packed with flavours. While I was too full to order a pudding, I managed to procure a spoon to sneak a taste of both the selection of icecreams and the Buttermilk Panna Cotta, strawberries and cookie crumble- delicious! If you are looking for a great quality Sunday lunch with fabulous food and a great location, look no further. Give the Poacher's Pocket a try!

The food was amazing, the ambience was great and the service was one of the fastest I've ever seen,…read moreI have been going here since it opened and it just keeps getting better.

I and my family enjoyed the food here it was delicious, the service is amazing and the employees…read moreare so kind! The ambience is amazing, such a beautiful restaurant and it's great for breakfast, lunch and dinner!

Don't get me wrong I love eating out of The Big Ying but the woman on the phone displays very bad…read morecustomer service... So tonight I phoned up The Big Ying wanting to order food, I gave the woman my address and give her the order that I was hoping to place. I then went onto ask the price and she gave me the price, so I said "Are you serious" because it was very dear for only 4 items, she then said "Yes do you want it" and I said "No it's alright" and hung up the phone. I then ordered something from China Garden in Carrickfergus, I highly recommend it by the way tastey and affordable. My order I was hoping to get from the china garden "came" now that was ok we sat ate our chinese and realised we got no curry sauce, so we rang china garden thinking it was them who sent us the chinese. Turns out it was The Big Ying sending a order I did not place because someone from China Garden then came to my door with my order and I said "You must've got the wrong house mate" and he went on. So China Garden rang my sister arguing with her and my sister was very confused saying "We are sitting eating it" That's the moment we realised what The Big Ying done it all made sense why it was so expensive and why we didn't get no curry sauce. I rang The Big Ying and proceeded to tell the woman what the crack is and she began to get cheeky saying that what I am saying is "wrong" and "I didn't say any of them things" now I know what I said and I know what I done so I continued to try explain again but with a slightly raised tone because the woman genuinely started to piss me off. Then she interrupted me and started to twist my words saying "You just said that you placed the order and now you're saying I didn't" when in reality what I said both times was "I came on the phone hoping to order a chinese and I thought it was to expensive so I said are you serious and no it's alright then hung up" so when I pointed out the fact that she's twisting my words she said and I quote "Awk f**k off ya w****r" now as a customer I shouldn't be spoken to like that especially when she is in the wrong. I hope the manager see's this and fires her because clearly she is cancer to the business and attracts bad reviews. So if you're into being talked to like a peace of crap and having expensive orders being sent to your house unwillingly! Then this is the takeaway for you! If not then just order from China Garden or Lucky Chilly at least their Honey Chilli Chicken isn't watery Not to mention the Food Hygiene rating is only a 3

This is probably the second best Chinese in Carrickfergus that I have tried. We got springrolls, a…read morehoney chili chicken and a chicken with chashew nuts. They were all good. The chow mein and chips were good as well. I would eat here again.