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The National
The National: Bright cafe vibes, garden seating, and top-notch bites in Belfast.
4.6
Cafe
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The National: Bright cafe vibes, garden seating, and top-notch bites in Belfast.
Located at 62 High St, Belfast, The National is a versatile cafe and bar that shines from breakfast through late evenings. Reviews highlight delicious dishes like brisket hash, bacon naan, and strawberry lemonade, plus friendly, efficient service. The space blends natural light with exposed brick, a welcoming garden area, and late-night hours (open until 1am on Mondays).
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Serving delicious morning meals like brisket hash, National Bennie, and bacon naan in a cozy setting.
Offering a varied menu of bar and grill favorites, including burgers, sandwiches, and hearty dishes for all-day dining.
Open until 1am on weekdays, providing a selection of beers, cocktails, and non-alcoholic options in a relaxed atmosphere.
Enjoy your meal or drinks in a lovely outdoor garden area, perfect for sunny days and al fresco dining.
Spacious interior with ample seating, ideal for casual meet-ups, parties, or solo visits in a vibrant environment.
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Overall rating
Mark Burton
Had a bacon naan and potato bread fries, both were great. We were one of the first in so the national was fairly quiet and the food took a little longer than we felt it should have but was worth the wait
Kaitogirl
Very beautiful, and a nice smell when you enter. The food was great and the place was also spacious and pretty. Clean well signaled bathrooms and nice atmosphere in general, very pleasant experience. The badger in the ceiling gave me a bit of a spook though!
Ian Bee
Open till 1am is a Monday night winner. Bar man was all in for those of us who were there, appeared single crewed. Good rather than outstanding drinks. Plenty of room to sit or stand. Yet makes it a big box with less atmosphere - bit of an airport waiting room… still open later than most other places on a Monday night.
Sienna Knowles
My sister and I popped into 'The National' for a late breakfast before heading to Belfast Castle. We very much enjoyed our refreshing strawberry lemonades and the bunch baps we had were delicious. The server we had was friendly and efficient and they didn't mind when we wanted to move to the Garden as it was such a sunny day. The inside is decorated well, but the garden was lovely to sit in and enjoy our food. I would definitely come back as I very much enjoyed my time there. Might pop in later for a drink to see what it's like in the evening.
Marilee Daugherity
I really can’t say enough great things about this place! If I could give it 100 stars I would! It’s not often I find a place that is 10/10! The food is hands down amazing! The brisket hash is out of this world!!!! National Bennie is sooooo good! I highly recommend this place!!! Food is top notch, clean, wait staff is so friendly, nice and knowledgeable! Very cool environment with the natural light and exposed brick!!!
