Il Pirata

Top choice in Belfast


This rustic Italian restaurant is a firm favourite among Belfast's foodies for its flavoursome dishes like duck ragu with gnocchi and Portavogie prawn linguine, served in a contemporary, stripped-back dining room.

Its sister restaurant Coppi serves a similar menu.


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