Food was tasty however it didn't feel like a Michelin bib restaurant. Service was slow and not to standard. Breads and olives came out late. Restaurant staff should wear a uniform.
What a lovely spot. On the bustling High Street but a hidden gem (well to us) How did we not know this was here when it's been open for 27 years! It was lunchtime so very quiet but we had such a nice time. Attentive and friendly service and the food! I had the confit duck salad with chocolate mousse for afters. One friend had scampi then doughnuts and the other had the burrata salad starter as a main. All so good! Beautiful room and a lovely outside deck too. We sat well behind lunch closing time (sorry!) but we weren't rushed and really had no idea we overstayed. We will be back!
Cosy atmosphere, pretty good food. We were satisfied
A lovely lunch dining experience, with attentive service, a relaxed atmosphere, and good quality varied dishes and drinks. Through a combination of factors, it's been over 25 years since I last visited, but that the restaurant has endured says so much about the ownership and commitment to excellence. It certainly won't be 25 years until the next visit!
Fontana’s crown jewel is its staff, I think it’s the most impressed I’ve been in a long time with a restaurant’s service. A beautiful restaurant with brilliant staff that would be fitting for any of the best restaurants across the country. We have been here a few times and tried a couple of different dishes now and the two that really stand out are the sirloin steak (beautifully tasty) and the chicken and satay spring rolls (absolutely delicious). Fontana understands its target market and flawlessly caters to their preferences, evident in its impeccable design and captivating atmosphere. It's worth mentioning that Fontana exudes an upscale fine dining vibe, reflected in its relatively higher prices. To truly appreciate the value for your money here a customer will need to be prepared to spend a higher sum of money so I recommend booking a table and indulging in a leisurely meal to savor the complete experience.
We visited Fontana after reading about the restaurant in the Michelin guide. We were a large party of 8. The service was impeccable and the food was phenomenal! We will definitely be back! Thanks again!
Unfortunately the turkey dinner was like a school dinner - very disappointing. The dessert was delicious. I think it must have been because it's Christmas as that is not usually Fontana's standard. They didn't charge us for dessert which was nice of them and we appreciated it
What a fantastic discovery. Wonderful welcome .. The service was outstanding. We were a group of three and we all enjoyed our food. Each dish was so tasty. Such a stunning lunch. Thank you.
Great place for lunch and to catch up with friends. There was a set menu or a small a la carte and staff were attentive and friendly. It is upstairs, so if you have mobility issues it would present a problem. If you have hearing loss though, it is ideal, as the layout and furnishings help absorb the noise
Beautiful Restaurant with delicious food excellent choice of drinks and very friendly and welcoming staff. Highly recommended.
Fontana Restaurant is located at 61 High St, Holywood BT18 9AE, UK
You can contact Fontana Restaurant at +44 28 9039 7977
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