With out doubt one of the best sandwich shops in the centre of Belfast. These guys really do the…read morebasics very well when it comes to the sandwich. Unlike most other city centre locations they don't mess around with hot sandwiches or paninis etc.. They keep it simple by offering an unreal selection of high quality fresh fillings and salads. The portion sizes are ridiculous (in a good way) they pile so much in it's hard to see how they make any money! My personal fav it's their club sandwich, this easily the biggest sandwich you can buy in Belfast, it's costs just over a fiver but would easily do two people. Along side the quality produce and massive portions the service is second to none. Bob and Christine run it and their banter alone is worth a visit, a nice touch is also the fact they give you a free apple with every sandwich for a healthy desert.

Was here at lunchtime and well impressed. I got a chicken and stuffing sandwich on granary with…read morelettuce and tomato. Then I realised that all salads are free and they fairly fill up the sandwiches and salad bowls look immense. They don't do toasties or hot food. All food is extremely fresh and you can see them chopping up all the vegetables behind, and the chicken is freshly cooked chicken breast not pre-cut frozen bags. Family run friendly business, and great to see these still exist and are going strong. You even get a wee bag of harbio on leaving - be warned he doesn't let you leave unless you take one!!

I know it hasn't been long since I completed my first review on Eighty One but I feel it's due an…read moreupdate as I have now eaten there. On a sunny Holywood day you'll find it tough to get a seat outside and this was the case today. Instead of sitting outside we thought that we would visit the most airy bright café available and Eighty One came up trumps. Seated at a high table we were presented with the brunch/breakfast menu - the menu itself was full of variety - I opted for the Eggs Benedict with an Irish twist. This Irish twist was instead of a muffin the perfectly poached eggs were delicately placed on a piece of soda bread. The meal was small but perfectly formed - a perfect brunch treat. At £6.95 this was maybe a little bit steep especially in competitive Holywood. The serving staff were great - as soon as we entered we were given a choice of tables and our orders were taken promptly. One thing to note if you're a mid morning drinker they serve Prosecco with floating raspberry and breakfast martinis.

Tapas and acoustic tunes, what more could you want on a Friday evening after a long weeks work?…read more EightyOne is a chic, classy establishment in the heart of Holywood. With a relaxed atmosphere and great staff you feel at ease as soon as you walk in the door. For £14 you can have 3 tapas plates and a carfe of wine! We went for the amazing sweet potato plate, the king prawns and the chorizo plates. Being particularly hungry we also added the chilli popcorn, the fresh bread and oils. As far as Tapas goes this incredible both in terms of the deal and the taste. Bravo EightyOne! We will be back to sample more of your tapas delights!

Panini is a Holywood institution, for as long as I can remember it has been there but one thing is…read morefor sure Panini is definitely not stale. As other reviewers have mentioned Holywood has plenty of coffee shops to choose from but none of them hold a candle to the evergreen Panini. Panini is very Italian in style but in my head I always think of it as a real Northern Irish café, this is testament to the to the staff I believe as they provide a local voice to go with the Italian swagger. Panini has developed a grove in Holywood but it's also moved with the times by offering free Wifi and it's a lovely little spot to nip in for a coffee and send a few emails. Having not eaten there in the evening I can only comment on their daytime menu, which is made up of light bites and salads. These are all crafted to perfection. You'll be pleasantly surprised when your meal arrives and the chefs have managed to turn a meat salad in to a modern masterpiece. Panini attracts a real mix of clientele; from local businessmen to the older generation to ladies who lunch. At peak times you may struggle to find a perch inside but never fear there is a decked seating area out the front for you to enjoy some alfresco dining.

This small and cosy cafe is a pleasant enough spot for a break from the rigours of inspecting all…read morethat Holywood High Street has to offer. I haven't tried the lunches but was reasonably satisfied with the muffin that I ate and the indulgent cake that I had a sample of. Definately a place to which I would return to try the lunches and delicatessen items that you can buy.

If you are looking for some yummy cocktails but don't want to venture into the bright lights of the…read morecity, Tates is the place for you. Replacing The Platform, Tates opened up a few years back to add some life to Holywood. Since then it has taken off and become one of the regular watering holes for locals. The decor is modern and glam, with the central bar gleaming with shiny bottles of joy. The bar also has an area reserved for diners which looks nice. I haven't had the opportunity to sample the food but I've heard good things and will update if I ever go. The only points that let Tates down for me are: 1. They reduced the cocktail menu substantially from the original (they probably make anything but the menu was full of good ideas) 2. I miss the train carriages that formed part of the platform.

Tates has a different feel to other bars in the area. Bringing a more classy, cocktail style to…read moreHolywood to compete against the more "local" feeling alternatives. With food available, a dj at tye weekends and a vast array of cocktails on the menu, tates is a great lace for a group to go. Spacious enough that you are not knocking in to others and plenty of room at the bar to get served. Although this is not my favourite bar in Holywood, I can see why it is popular to others. If you do stop in, id recommend the dark and stormy

I would give 5 stars for the cinnamon scone. But that doesn't reflect the rest of the menu…read more The food is nice enough. Though if I was in Holywood I would eat in the Yard then go to Bay Tree for a scone. Which I did today. Lol Good to see all the evening events etc. Lots of fish on the menu. Not quite to my taste buds.

Anyone who's anyone has been to The Bay Tree, so it would seem. Apart from me, that is (well, until…read moretoday). Having heard rave reviews from friends ("You should sooooo go to The Bay Tree, they do beaut cinnamon scones") and my mum ("Aww, yes, that's where Liz and I used to go for our cinnamon scones), it seemed the whole blinkin' world loved this eatery, and its infamous cinnamon scones. Not one to follow the herd (baaa), I decided to go and try The Bay Tree out for myself. I know, I know...the temptation was just too great. I popped in with my sister earlier today, at 1:30, and the place was craaaaazy busy. We almost didn't get a seat, though a kind Englishman offered us his table as he and his wife were just about to leave, but we spotted one just in the nick of time. It wasn't a great location, situated right beside the kitchen door, at the side of a busy corridor, but the place was fairly noisy anyway so I guess it didn't make too much of a difference. One glance at the menus filled me with dismay...there wasn't really that much choice. Oh deary. My sister and I eventually settled on a two variations of the same panini, which turned out to be pretty delish (the red onion was beautiful), and was devoured rather quickly, with a cute little side salad. Our order had to be double checked, as there seemed to be some confusion in the kitchen, but other than that, the dining experience went rather smoothly. The staff were very agreeable, and the prices weren't too bad - £5.50 each for the paninis. The variety of drinks and desserts / sweets was a good deal better than the lunch choice, with everything you could think of from Chinese beer to Armagh Apple Juice. Neither my sister or I were feeling particularly adventurous, so settled for tap water, and the paninis were so filling that no dessert was required. A feeling of guilt shot right through me as we left, realising that neither of us had eaten a cinnamon scone. Oh darn. And seeing as neither of us are really scone fans, this made the situation slightly awkward. A sudden thought occurred to me, and I decided that we should pop into the 'Go' part of the Bay Tree (located just across the courtyard) and buy one to take home for my mum. As the waitress opened a large drawer full of the delectable baked goods, I noticed that these beasts weren't so much scones as humongous shiny pastries. Nice. Went down a treat by the way ("You know these scones are world-famous?!"). Ok, mum, whatever you say.

My work raves about this sandwich shop! It's a small corner shop on the Holywood Road but we go on…read morea regular basis. (As do lots of people it seems, as the staff in there remember peoples' orders!) There's a choice of breads and rolls to choose from- and they are fairly reasonably priced. (I normally get a tuna and mayo sandwich on brown bread which costs £3.50). Staff always very friendly.

This place is a must!! Price range is reasonable especially with the filling you get. I've had a…read morecouple of combos, but have to say I've really enjoyed the bacon, brie and avocado. They also deliver, we've ordered from work too as well as on a personal level/choice. The granary bread is gorgeous, I dislike the crusts on bread but this, I'd eat over and over. I'd say give it a try!!

On the way to Titanic museum. Stopped in for coffee and a bite to eat. Coffee was good and pastry…read morewas fresh. Don't let the construction deture you.

Came in search of a decent cup of joe and wasn't disappointed. Croissants and sausage rolls pretty…read moregood too. A few minutes from the Titanic museum. Recommended

Even saying the name Piggly Wiggly brings me into a good mood, so I find it very good that the food…read moreand everything that is in this coffee shop is good enough to bring me into a smiling state also! The coffee shop is very small and intimate, with the space for a few metal seats outside on the rare days in Belfast where the wind or rain has decided to not molest your face! The store do all the usual coffee fare, with cappuccinos, lattes, steamers and all the usual specialised teas. There is also a good range of food for a breakfast, lunch and dinner, with rich, hearty soups, well filled and reasonably priced sandwiches and lovely bagels, wraps and paninis.The staff are attentive and are always looking to offer you anything you may want or need. They also always do a daily special which is good to try something new at a reasonable price! This place is good, solid coffee/sandwich shop, so there is no reason why more piggly wigglys shouldn't go to this market!

I treated myself to a spot of lunch today at the Ballyhack favourite Piggly Wiggly. Vic and Sid…read moretook over the place last year and have some amazing plans. Vic cooked me a mouth watering 4 chicken goujons stack topped with bacon and cheese, drizzled with BBQ sauce and served up with garlic potato cubes and all for under £8. Signature dish is the club sandwich but the frys are to die for!!!

My wife I had only our 2nd sample of Brunch Box sandwiches from our local Tesco in Antrim today. We…read morecan confirm that our first experience (last week) was no fluke. They were delicious both times. The bread used is chunky & soft and the fillings are top class & very tasty. We're both in our early 70's and would be pretty good judges & unafraid to point out poor quality. No such problem here! Kieran& Alice McMullan

At last an alternative to Subway on the Holywood Road! With a good location and parking outside, I…read morehave always said this was a great location for a sandwich shop. I would have opened one myself here, had I not spent all my time on the Yelp App yearning to become Elite. When I walked in, I was greeted by the very friendly staff and a large menu on the wall to help me make my choice. However, I felt the menu was quite basic with nothing special jumping out at me. I do like a good sandwich, but on this occasion I settled with a chicken and stuffing which bores me to say the least. The staff did point out that until the schools are back, they are keeping ingredients to a minimum. I look forward to when their soup becomes available and hope they add some extra ingredients such as crispy onions or jalapaenos. Worth a try, but The Sandwich Den must try harder to make it stand out.

Wow!! Had a sandwich in this place earlier which was at best ok exept that bits of the bread were…read moreblue and i had to pick off. My real issue is that the owner took exeption to a young mother parking near his shop and pushed past me to shout a torrent of foul mouthed abuse towards hear and het young children. This is not the sort of thing that i find accepable and i will not be giving him any more custom