
06 Dec 2024
A stand out venue in the south of the city, The Barking Dog brings award-winning bistro style cuisine to a comfortable and intimate setting. First opened in 2008 by head chef Michael O’Connor, The Barking Dog is on a mission to create simply delicious dishes, utilising locally sourced ingredients and talent.
Open for lunch and dinner service, Wednesday through Sunday, The Barking Dog delivers an innovative and elegant gastropub menu. Whether you’re craving homemade pasta, fish dishes, quality cuts of meat, something sweet or trying a daily changing special, there is a huge amount on offer at this Malone Road staple. Some favourite menu items of locals include the Salt and Pepper Scampi, Sticky Toffee Pudding and the legendary Beef Shin Burger.
What’s especially unique about The Barking Dog is its tapas menu, which blends the classic Spanish cuisine with its own European twist. At £4.50 each, three for £12.50 or five for £20.50, guests can sample Portavogie Prawns, Kilkeel Crab, Spiced Sticky Pork Belly, Crispy Halloumi and more. Perfect for a light lunch, quick bite or shared dinner, the tapas menu at The Barking Dog is available every day and the perfect accompaniment for the wide selection of wines and beers.
Any visit to The Barking Dog can’t be left without trying one of the in-house cocktails with an extensive menu of beloved classics and its own wonderful creations.
Although popular for its main dinner offerings, The Barking Dog is recognised for one of the best Sunday lunches in Belfast listed in the top 10 roasts in the UK.
On Sundays visitors can still enjoy many of the restaurant’s main menu items and tapas plates but, with the welcome addition of two delicious Sunday roast options. With the choice of both a Herefordshire Sirloin and Irish Chicken roast accompanied by all the traditional trimmings and served in a giant Yorkshire pudding, diners are sure to not be disappointed with this weekend lunch.
Serving up traditional classics prepared exquisitely, The Barking Dog offers both a two (£24) and three (£28) course Sunday menu allowing you to sample other classics such as the sticky toffee pudding and traditional homemade soup.
What stands out in this cosy bistro is its inclusivity with specialist menus for vegans, vegetarians, gluten free and lactose intolerant diners alike. Each of these specialist menus have a variety of dishes that have been artfully curated so that everyone can enjoy their visit and leave the restaurant feeling satisfied.
Vegans can sample a selection of homemade pasta and vegetable dishes, gluten intolerant diners have their choice of most main menu items with substitutes available and those who are lactose free also have a range of substitutes available.
With space for larger groups and private parties, The Barking Dog is an ideal venue for your next event. You can organise any occasion with the assurance that you’re in good hands with a restaurant that goes above and beyond to cater for all guests.
Although now considered one of the finest restaurants in the city, The Barking Dog has maintained a relaxed and homely atmosphere. Whilst enjoying its wide array of unique dishes guests can take in the unique vintage decor under the rustic candlelit setting.
On Belfast’s long awaited sunny summer days however, visitors can take their reservation outside, relaxing in The Barking Dog’s outdoor area adorned with fairy lights and flourishing greenery. This is the perfect space to people watch on the bustling Malone Road, soaking up the sun with refreshing tipple in one hand and delicious small plates in the other.
Between the comforting gastropub menu or the intimate and cosy surroundings, The Barking Dog is perfect for any occasion, whether a romantic dinner, lively catch up with friends or family-filled Sunday lunch. On top of the setting, The Barking Dog is recognised for its high level of customer service. The warm and welcoming staff are sure to add to any visit, with a strong knowledge of their menu and the classic “Belfast Craic”, something which has earned them their loyal following of customers over the years.