The Muddlers Club Restaurant

Fine dining restaurant · Belfast

The Muddlers Club Restaurant

Fine dining restaurant · Belfast

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1 Warehouse Ln, Belfast BT1 2DX, United Kingdom

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Nestled in Belfast's Cathedral Quarter, The Muddlers Club is a chic eatery serving innovative tasting menus paired with stellar cocktails in an intimate setting.  

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1 Warehouse Ln, Belfast BT1 2DX, United Kingdom Get directions

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1 Warehouse Ln, Belfast BT1 2DX, United Kingdom Get directions

+44 28 9031 3199
themuddlersclubbelfast.com
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@cntraveler

"Muddlers Club, established by Gareth McCaughey from County Tyrone, is named after a secret society within the 18th-century United Irishmen movement and is well-regarded for its dining experience."

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"Hidden away in the Cathedral Quarter is this urban, industrial-style restaurant named after a 200-year-old secret society. It’s a simply furnished place, run with palpable enthusiasm by a young team. Chef Gareth McCaughey’s philosophy is to source top ingredients, prepare them well and not overcomplicate things, as proven by the surprise tasting menu spotlighting superb Irish produce like Kilkeel scallops and Wicklow venison. The wine list offers an interesting selection of low-intervention, natural, organic and bio-dynamic wines, all available by the glass." - Michelin Inspector

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"Tucked away on a side street in the Cathedral Quarter, The Muddlers Club is another Michelin-starred restaurant named after a secret society that convened there over 200 years ago. Expect local, seasonal food in a dramatically atmospheric room. Don’t sleep on the tasting menu and the extensive vegetarian options."

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paul mcintyre

Google
Wow. Been there for the second time this evening with my family. Amazing food, service, and atmosphere. It is a mitchelin star place so expect to pay a premium but it is amazing value for the quality..100% If you are in Belfast do not pass this place.. it is amazing.. absolutely no more to be said except I cannot fault a single thing about this restaurant..AMAZING... casual and brilliant.. well done to the whole team there we will be back for sure..100%

Jason O'Rourke

Google
My favourite restaurant in Belfast, set down one of the town's more unassuming entries. Dinner is excellent and beautifully presented. Service is impeccable and staff are friendly and attentive. Seven courses including snacks, two of which are desserts, £100. If I had to pick a favourite it would be the new menu item tuna tartare. Wine pairing (£70) accompanies each course perfectly. Complementary glass of fizz to start off with warm home made bread.

Philip Gass

Google
We’ve eaten here a few times and it’s always excellent! Love the attention to detail! Service was good and the pairing wine is great (although sadly I was driving on the last visit!). Highly recommend!

Jason W

Google
An amazing evening at The Muddlers Club, our first Michelin Star dining experience. We've visited several Bib Gourmands and other restaurants working to attain their first star but this was the first 1-star we've dined at. The starter dishes were all first rate, particularly the lamb carpaccio and scallop dishes. On mains, the monkfish stood out and was probably our favorite course. The beef main, whilst good, felt quite simple and didn't live up to expectations. To finish, the two desserts were perfect and but the spot. As someone who isn't a great fan of rhubarb, the rhubarb, gingerbread and custard dessert really won me over and was followed by a rich chocolate, lime and hazelnut dish. Overall, the food was worth every penny and the staff were knowledgeable and attentive, making sure our drinks were always topped up and checking if we needed anything. The only downside of our evening was one table that arrived and were sat behind us as we were moving onto our desserts. They absolutely stunk of stale sweat, and based on their clothes had just arrived from a long walk or hike in their runners. If we weren't leaving so soon, we'd have had to request to be seated elsewhere. I don't think it's fair to customers paying for an evening dining experience to then be overwhelmed by the strong smell of stale body odour.

Lance Terry

Google
Fine dining at its best. The best dining experience we had in our two week trip from US. Will definitely dine again during our next visit to Ireland.

The Anilar

Google
We made a reservation for the first day we arrived in Belfast and went to this place, We encountered an excellent quality of service from the moment we entered the restaurant to the moment we left. We tried the tasting menu and encountered multiple factors to influence each course. We really had a very different tasting experience in terms of food. We felt the taste of the dessert we ate change in our mouth even as we ate it, and the way these two tastes went together was wonderful. We had equally great experiences with cocktails and were definitely not disappointed in almost anything we tried. It was a very nice experience in terms of service, each course that arrived was explained in detail and great attention was paid to each one, including special cutlery. Everyone showed incredible interest, especially Isabelle, who helped us have a really good time and increased the quality of our experience with the attention she showed us. Despite certain sensitivities and allergies we showed regarding the food, they adapted the menu accordingly and presented it to us. There was a really elite and retro atmosphere about the atmosphere, this interior design created a very sweet contrast with the light music coming from the background. It was a quality place that met the expectations expected from a Michelin star place. Even though the prices are high due to its quality, we definitely recommend it as a place to try when you come to Belfast.

Sue Cochrane

Google
We lunched here last week and the tasting menu was excellent. Our server, Thomas, was great, attentive, helpful and friendly. I have an allergy to certain white fish so was unable to eat the cod on the menu. Thomas and the kitchen came up with an excellent alternative! As some others have mentioned, the restaurant is rather noisy, but that didn't spoil our enjoyment.

Donna J

Google
I never realised vegetables could taste so good! Went here whilst in Belfast for the weekend. You have to book a few weeks in advance and get in quick at the tables go fast. 7 course taster menu. Hubby had the meat/fish option, I opted for the vegan version. Every course was amazing. Staff brought out each course and were very knowledgeable of the ingredients. The place itself is a lot smaller than expected, which allows the staff to be attentive.

Marcie L.

Yelp
I came here for my birthday, and this place did not disappoint. They gave me a champagne. I started off with bread and snacks. The first two courses were scallops and lamb appetizers. The two main courses were halibut and steak. Then I had dessert, which consisted of two courses. The vibe was amazing. The service was phenomenal. I was extremely happy with my experience here.

Kiel S.

Yelp
Great space with views of the kitchen and bar area. Service was excellent from the start. We began with a couple of cocktails then the seasonal tasting menu with wine pairings. All of it was amazing.

Matthew H.

Yelp
What a great experience! It's a 6 course tasting menu. You don't know what you're getting until each course is brought out, or if you're super nosey and listen to what someone else got across the room. also got the wine pairing, which is with 5 of the 6 courses. The food was great, but I think some Charleston, SC restaurants deserve some Michelin love. Some right at this level, if not better. Anyway... Course 1: Seared scallop with chestnuts and a parsnip sauce. Course 2: Venison Carpaccio with young buck and fig Course 3: Cod with something I missed... and a mushroom sauce. (My fav.. so good I forgot to write down 1 of the main ingredients) Course 4: Filet with mushrooms couple veggies and bonus mushrooms, cause my wife doesn't like them Course 5: Chocolate, pear, and pumpkin. Course 6: Clementine, honeycomb, and yogurt. Each dish, was simple, delicious, and had balanced flavors and textures. My favorite being the cod. Close second was the seared scallop. The sommelier did a great job, as the wines complimented each course perfectly. If you're adventurous with you food, I highly recommend.

Ciara S.

Yelp
Date: Friday 16 September 2016 at 1pm for lunch, my sister and I pre-booked a table for a visit prior to Culture Night. Food: Phenomenal, the best meal I've had in a very, very, very long time. Gourmet is the word that springs to mind. The lunch menu may be small but the food is perfect. We both ordered butternut squash gnocchi plus sides of mixed garden veg and broccoli with black olives & chilli. Fantastic, beautiful flavours and there's no salt or pepper on the tables in Muddlers Club, because it's just not needed. This restaurant serve absolutely delicious, gorgeous, high-quality food. My one and only gripe being that chips are cooked in beef dripping, so I would love to see a vegetarian version offered, however our Waitress was wise enough to advise us of this when we ordered, which was good. Drink: Our Pinot Grigio was spot-on and cocktails of Liberte Martini and Pistol Berry Mojito the best I've ever tasted. Muddlers Club definitely serve the best cocktails in Belfast - scrumptious. Price: Fair for the exceptionally high quality at £10 a plate for lunch, sides £4, wines circa £20 and cocktails £8. Decor/ Ambience: Such a relaxed, luxurious, welcoming restaurant. I loved everything about it from the wooden tables to the soft blue walls. We also enjoyed watching the Chefs at work in the open kitchen. Service: Attentive, friendly and helpful. The Waitress who served us was knowledgeable about the food and menu, plus we felt extremely well looked after. Flawless service which is a credit to Muddlers Club and its staff. Overall: Muddlers Club offer an exceptionally fantastic dining experience and I've definitely found my new favourite restaurant. I would highly recommend that everyone try this place out and I cannot wait to return with friends and family.

Brantley H.

Yelp
Unassuming spot in an alley past a car park. Every dish of the six course tasting was perfect - each offering something new, unique and distinct from each other. Wine pairing was excellent as well. Come here over OX when in Belfast. Actually, come here over all when on the island.

Vivek T.

Yelp
I paid Gareth a visit to congratulate him on winning The Ulster Tatler Best Restaurant Award. Gareth is the proprietor and head chef here. He has carefully hand selected his front of house and kitchen staff and his ethos is, quote "happy people at work". He explained to me that he likes to keep his menus small and only ever uses local produce, except mushrooms which come from France thrice a week!! His kitchen staff and himself would often forage for food. The lunch menu looks lovely and is changed bi weekly, the evening menu is seasonal. Due to the fact that the menu is small I would suggest to look at it online before going as the selection may not appeal to everyone all the time. The restaurant seats 50 and is closed Sunday and Monday. Will have to try the food next time!!

Caroline S.

Yelp
I was treated to dinner in the Muddlers club for my birthday at the start of December 2015. What a treat it was! On arrival I was shown to my table by a very friendly, helpful waiter. I noticed that the decor was modern and interesting with an open view hatch to the kichen. Very interesting menu. I had the scallops to start, followed by the duck, turnip, apple, cavolo nero and foie gras jus. All I can say is that it was delicious, small but very tasty. We both had delicious sweets too. It was expensive enough, but totally worth it. The restaurant became busy, so I was glad to get a table in the corner by the window, so it was still intimate and I could see what was going on inside the restaurant and outside. Lovely atmosphere, I would definately recommend dining in The Muddlers Club!

Clare P.

Yelp
Had a fantastic evening here on wednesday night. The staff were friendly and very helpful with recommendations with the cocktail menu. I didn't really know what to expect as I hadn't heard much about it but will definitly be back. The menu is quite small. For starters we had the ricotta ravioli and the scallops, both cooked beautifully. For mains we both had the Ribeye and it was cooked to perfection. Its always a plus when you can see the kitchen and the chefs. For dessert we decided on cocktails; the chilli margarita and a smokey fashioned. They were so nice we got another 2. Thank god the taxi man knew where exactly it was or we may never have found it..definitly a hidden gem.

Stefen F.

Yelp
The Muddlers Club has quickly become my favorite restaurant in Belfast this time around town working on season 7 of Game of Thrones. I've been for dinner three times already and am going again tonight. The first night was a little less stellar than the next two ... considering that both dishes that I had, the pigeon and foie gras appetizer as well as the steak main course, needed a touch of an acidic lift. But, I just asked for a wedge of lemon and that did the trick. The bottle of red wine that I ordered was quite too warm, so, it went on ice for 10 minutes and I had the chance to try the "Smoked Fashion" in the meantime. If you like all things smoky, this cocktail hits the spot! It's now the way I start every meal there :) On the next visit, the short rib tortellini was a knock-out appetizer and the smoked monkfish out of this world. The chef's arrangements of veggies that accompany each course are spectacular, adding not just color, but incredibly well-defined flavors and textures because they are cooked to perfection (meaning not a second over the ideal cooking time). On my third visit, the monkfish wasn't smoked but accompanied by a risotto with a squid ink sauce. I nearly licked the plate when I was done! And the red wine was perfect drinking temperature due to a quick note to the manager after my first visit. Now, that's a way to keep a costumer coming back. Next I am hoping that the wine list will expand a little bit since I am keen on trying a new wine (or a few, if I am ordering glasses) on every visit. Although I am not a big desert person, I have been lured into having one each time and they have always hit the spot. The atmosphere is as great as the food. The restaurant is small, so there is usually a lively buzz going on. Love the fact that it's an open kitchen and one can see chef Gareth plating his dishes. The use of natural wood and warm lighting creates a cozy feel that compliments the strong flavors of the food perfectly. As does the staff which is always cheerful and never not inquisitive. Now, the word has obviously gotten around town, so, if you plan to dine there on a Friday or Saturday night, call early in the week or even a week ahead since the restaurant books up quickly on these nights! And if you check out the gallery on the restaurant website, make sure you click on "show more" at the bottom of the photos initially shown because there are lots of shots of the beautiful dishes which taste even better than they look!

Ryan K.

Yelp
This place has to be seen and tried, hands down the best food I have had of recent. A real treat to visit. The main feature I liked was the open kitchen, that always gives me a good feeling when I walk in to a restaurant. From the offset, each staff member was at the ready, from the host welcoming us to the person that came to get us started with out order. They got us drinks and then brought us a small entrée to wet the appetite. Very relaxed and pleasant. Myself and my girlfriend had the steak which was to die for, the only issue was that the waitress misheard her order and got her steak medium instead of medium rare, but it wasn't too overdone for her liking and was still able to enjoy it besides this very small mistake. (She is too kind to complain) This was the only fault of what was an absolutely fantastic night. Will be back again at first chance

Donna M.

Yelp
The food, drink, service and surroundings of this restaurant make it an excellent venue for an intimate dining experience or celebration of a special occasion. My mouth still waters when thinking about the scallop starter and white chocolate cocktail tasted on a recent visit.