Belfast Seafood & Fish and Chips

Close-up of a wine glass filled with white wine in front of a wine bottle.

Close-up of Fish City's sea-blue façade with lighthouse and fish murals, alongside vintage industrial light fixtures.

Fish City's bouillabaisse, Provençal fish stew — a seafood dish served in a skillet with tiger prawn, Strangford mussels, and fillets of fish, accompanied by a side of thyme croutes, rouille, and parmesan on a wooden board.

Welcome to Fish City

A multi-award-winning Belfast seafood restaurant in the heart of the city centre, a stone's throw from premier shopping and leisure and Belfast's historic entries and waterfront. From our signature sustainably sourced, premium fish and chips to rope-grown Strangford Lough mussels and world renowned Carlingford oysters, we serve fresh, local and sustainably sourced seafood in a comfortable, atmospheric setting that pays homage to Belfast’s maritime heritage. Experience exceptional service and warm hospitality in the UK’s Fish & Chip Restaurant of the Year, and enjoy a memorable Belfast seafood experience with us.

Festive dinner parties await

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Illustration of a blue building with nautical decorations called 'Fish City' at the entrance. The façade features murals of an anchor, lighthouse, and cod fish, with signage for fresh seafood and oysters, and award-winning fish and chips.

Award-winning

A local, family-owned independent restaurant, we began our journey in 2013, won the Seafish award for Northern Ireland’s Fish and Chip Shop of the Year in 2015, and in 2018 were voted the UK’s healthiest and most sustainable fish and chip restaurant. In 2023, we won the the UK’s Restaurant of the Year and the Environment & Sustainability Award at the National Fish & Chip Awards. We have been recognised as the MSC’s Foodservice Champion and Marketing Champion of the Year at the Marine Stewardship Council Awards in 2023 and 2025.

About Us

Fish City was recognised by the Marine Stewardship Council as the UK's MSC Marketing Champion of the Year, and Aaron Norton was recognised as the UK's MSC Foodservice Champion of the Year at the MSC & ASC UK Awards 2025.

The UK’s Fish & Chip Restaurant of the Year

Fish City was recognised by the National Federation of Fish Friers as the UK's Fish & Chip Restaurant of the Year and the UK's Environment & Sustainability Champion at the National Fish & Chip Awards 2023.

Lunch. Dinner. Drinks. Desserts.

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Tables set for service in our stately Fisherman’s Cabin, a calm, intimate, contemporary setting for you and yours to enjoy delicious food and drink in style.

Fish City's iconic muraled sea blue façade, with awning over the Terrace, one of Belfast city centre's premier al fresco dining spots on pedestrianised Ann Street.

Pan roast Irish sea trout and County Down cockles, on herb potato with samphire, salsa verde and trout caviar.

Fish City's award-winning fish and chips: a lightly battered fillet of MSC-certified sustainably sourced wild Atlantic cod, home-cut chips, with lemon, house tartare and mushy peas.

Fish City's battered whole tail scampi: battered whole tail prawns with home-cut chips, curry mayonnaise and lime.

In the Fisherman's Cabin is a gorgeous reclaimed wooden Victorian bar from one of the old Lavery pubs. The bar is fully stocked with the finest Northern Irish spirits, including Bushmills Whiskey and Jawbox Classic Dry Gin, in addition to well-known

Creamy seafood chowder with salmon, potatoes, peas, and dill in a white bowl, traditional Irish Guinness wheaten bread on a plate, and a glass of white wine.

Gourmet dish with grilled romaine lettuce, seared fillet of fish, fried oyster, and pot of sauce on a white plate.

Person cooking potatoes with vegetables in a frying pan

Grilled salmon with crispy skin, served with mussels, sliced chilli, green onions, and a dark brown sauce on a white plate.

Strangford Lough mussels, shallots, parsley and garlic white wine cream, served with garlic ciabatta.

The Fisherman's Cabin, with sophisticated décor and comfortable leather chairs and bench seating.

An assortment of desserts on a wooden platter, including a small bowl of ice cream topped with white and dark chocolate, honeycomb, and berries. Surrounding treats include a donut with frosting and sprinkles, pieces of chocolate, strawberries, bluebe

Frozen strawberry daiquiri cocktail with mint garnish in a glass with a straw, in a restaurant setting.

Fresh Carlingford oysters on the half shell over ice, and paired with Irish whiskey.

Discover the Art of Oysters

Oyster Masterclass

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Our Sustainability Journey

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We source all our fish responsibly

At Fish City, we are committed to responsibly and sustainably sourcing the ingredients in every dish on our menu. All of our cod, haddock, and hake are Marine Stewardship Council (MSC)-certified sustainably sourced from well-managed wild fisheries. All other species of fish we serve are responsibly sourced and rated ‘Best Choice’ by the Marine Conservation Society. We ensure full food traceability, working with local producers wherever possible, to offer guests a menu that is flavoursome, healthy, and less impactful on the environment.

Good Food Ireland® approved

The definitive trustmark for local food and drink experiences on the island of Ireland, Good Food Ireland® audits its members, ensuring businesses with the Good Food Ireland® seal of approval provide guests and visitors to the island with authentic, premium experiences focused on certified quality, sustainability, and local food and culture.