We booked for dinner. We were seated promptly. Service was swift and efficient. Staff all very nice. We had a sharing platter with a bottle of Prosecco
Followed with a main meal. Food was good sized portion and good quality. Good atmosphere we will go back.
House of Herby. I took one look at Darcy's and knew it was for me. It bore a charming resemblance to Made In Belfast - mismatched chairs, newspaper wall paper, flowers, odd bits and props around the restaurant. Shabby chic and totally darling.
They have pre-theatre meal deals as well as an a la carte menu - they present you with your pegged bundle and leave you to agonise. We decided to hit up the cocktails - an easy decision - while we decided on food. We ordered a Classic Mojito, Mango Mojito and a Passion Fruit & Watermelon Caipirissima. Lovely.
We settled on a couple of main courses as we weren't really wanting to be too full. The food is really nice here - simple but lovely grub! I liked that they have different dishes across several menu options - there is something for everyone.
Battered Fish & Chips - You know, sometimes there is nothing better than a plate of fish and chips! This was gorgeous - flaky fish in a gorgeous crispy batter. Served with real man's chips - chunky, skins on and deep fried until crispy outside but fluffy inside. It was served with lemon, a pickle and tartare sauce. I have to say: I'd have killed for some peas!
Coconut, Ginger & Chilli Curry with Chicken - The sauce for this curry looks deceptively milky. Away first I thought it looked like it'd be sweet and a bit sickly, but it doesn't at all. It is creamy and has a lovely coconut taste but the ginger, garlic and chilli take hold and it has a warm kick to it. Beautiful.
Penne Carbonara - This is such a simple, classic pasta. Darcy's get it totally right - they're one of the few places that add mushrooms. I love mushrooms in my carbonara! Their bacon was really smokey added a lovely deep flavour to the sauce. The pasta was properly al dente and had a lovely bite. Delicious.
Darcy's is my new light dinner & cocktail favourite. I want to go there in advance of all concerts and nights out now! It's my kinda brasserie.
Nice with perfect setting. Pretty decent menu and what was served up I liked. Good pricing, but as the title says the setting tops it off for me. Princess Square is a bit of a gem and a poor restuarant in here doesn't deserve to be. Has to be tried during the lead up to Christmas.
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