Stove Bistro
A modern bistro by former Ginger Bistro and Deanes chefs, offering high-quality dishes with locally sourced produce and exceptional desserts.
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Stove Bistro
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Must-see attractions
A modern bistro by former Ginger Bistro and Deanes chefs, offering high-quality dishes with locally sourced produce and exceptional desserts.
"A real treasure to have a restaurant of this quality on the Ormeau Road."
Book Ahead
Reservations are highly recommended as Stove Bistro is often busy.
Sip Signature Cocktails
Try their amazing cocktails, highly recommended by reviewers.
Quick Facts
Cuisine
Modern Cuisine
Price
Mid-range
Phone
+44 28 9064 7744
Address
455 Ormeau Rd, Ormeau, Belfast BT7 3GQ, United Kingdom
Website
stovebelfast.com/Highlights
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Exceptional Desserts
Indulge in incredible dessert options like passion fruit sorbet and Basque chocolate cheesecake.
Locally Sourced Excellence
Enjoy high-quality dishes curated using the very finest locally sourced produce.
Warm Hospitality
Experience a delightful dining atmosphere with attentive and friendly staff.
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Book Ahead
Reservations are highly recommended as Stove Bistro is often busy.
Sip Signature Cocktails
Try their amazing cocktails, highly recommended by reviewers.
Explore the Menu
Consider trying their special dishes for an extraordinary culinary experience.
Appreciate the Ambiance
The restaurant offers a casual yet well-decorated ambiance for an enjoyable dining experience.
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Book Ahead
Reservations are highly recommended as Stove Bistro is often busy.
Sip Signature Cocktails
Try their amazing cocktails, highly recommended by reviewers.
Explore the Menu
Consider trying their special dishes for an extraordinary culinary experience.
Appreciate the Ambiance
The restaurant offers a casual yet well-decorated ambiance for an enjoyable dining experience.
What Travellers Say
Reviews Summary
Stove Bistro is praised for its high-quality, delicious food, often highlighting its creative desserts and the use of locally sourced ingredients. Reviewers frequently commend the warm hospitality and attentive service, contributing to a delightful dining atmosphere. While most experiences are overwhelmingly positive, some patrons have noted that portion sizes may be small for those with larger appetites, and a discretionary service charge is applied.
"Stove offers a delightful dining experience with its warm and inviting atmosphere. The restaurant boasts a stunning interior, creating a great ambiance for enjoying our meal. The menu is fabulous, featuring delicious and high-quality dishes. The waiters were attentive and friendly waiters, providing excellent service, enhancing the overall dining experience. The combination of tasty food, welcoming atmosphere, and professional service makes Stove a standout choice for those seeking a memorable meal in a charming setting."
Roisín Brennan
"I'm a strong believer in if the restaurant is terrible, tell the owner, if the restaurant is great, tell everyone else. So, having sent a personal email to the owner about our experience they responded by... ignoring it. Which only further reinforced the view that this restaurant is rather awful. We received a voucher for this restaurant as a Christmas gift and were so looking forward to going. We booked and also reserved a hotel room as we live some distance away. We arrived at the restaurant to be greeted very warmly by a male server, who directed us towards a wonderful corner window spot and presented us with our menus. He served us water and we began to inspect the food choices. All was going swimmingly. However, about five minutes later a lady arrived at our table. took our menus off us, told us that we had been incorrectly placed at the table and that it had, in fact, been reserved for regular customers. She marched off with the menus and indicated we sit at a table in the middle of the restaurant. I was in shock as I put down my water glass, picked up my bag and actually walked past the said 'regular customers' as they were ushered to our hastily vacated table. It was like being on 'Bullseye' and being shown 'what we could have had'. We sat dumbfounded as customers and waiters hurtled past our table in what was a busy part of the restaurant and tried to process what had just happened. To be frank, I don't think I've ever been as rudely treated in any establishment anywhere in the world in all my life. After being treated so shabbily, we left and went to the Indian downstairs who didn't shove us off our table for 'regular customers' and treated us with respect, courtesy and warmth. Exactly the way new customers should be treated. So, in short, we didn't get to try the food and never will because if this is the way they treat new customers they really don't deserve any customers at all. Word of advice. If there is a hierarchy of clientele, and the treatment they receive, maybe you should advise them upon booking so they know what to expect and how they will be made to feel. And maybe answer your emails, particularly when someone is actually trying to do the right thing."
Peter Weir
"My partner and I went to stove for the 1st time , from walking through the door till walking out the service was outstanding. My partner is also a chef so knew Simon the chef who really kindly give use a drink and a few lite bites complimentary I had amazing cocktail 🍸 david had a beer. The menu is great something for everyone and all we both can same is omg it was out this world it not going to be r new date nite restaurant staff can't do enough for u thank u stove 😉"
Siobhan Harvey
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Frequently Asked Questions
Stove Bistro offers modern cuisine, with a focus on high-quality dishes curated using locally sourced produce.
Yes, it is recommended to make reservations ahead of time as Stove Bistro is often busy.
Incredible dessert options include passion fruit sorbet, lime meringue pie, and Basque chocolate cheesecake.
The ambiance is described as casual yet well-decorated, providing a warm and inviting atmosphere.
Yes, the restaurant prides itself on curating dishes using the very finest locally sourced produce.
Reviewers recommend trying their amazing cocktails.
The service is consistently praised as outstanding, with attentive and friendly staff.
Many diners consider Stove Bistro a great spot for a date night or special meal due to its food and atmosphere.
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