Called in here yesterday for a sneaky lunch after a workshop in Scrabo children's centre
This place is beautiful albeit small place..but that adds to the charm
It's a renovated gatelodge (hence the name) and it is awesome! Has an old world charm about it mixed with modern touches with vintage fireplaces, bare stone walls as well as trendy lighting and beautiful canvasses on the walls
The food was lush! The menu is quite small as it caters for the breakfast/lunch crowd...but had a good selection of sandwiches, salads, lite bites and homemade pastries like sausage rolls & buns
The best thing though, has to be that this place is in collaboration with Stepping Stones NI, which allows training for adults with a learning disability or difficulty, helping them gain employment and life skills. Profits from this place go to help Stepping Stones NI regenerate their funds and provide ongoing support for adults who need it.
What a fab place, with a brilliant ethos and a fantastic atmosphere, food & staff!
We'll be back down in Newtonards in the near future, and will defo be making another visit! read more