Downshire Arms - Banbridge

The food was excellent for the 3 of us, we had 3 courses, and the quality was flawless. The Sweet potato coconut and chilli soup was perfectly balanced in flavour. Pasta, beef and chicken were ordered, all cooked to perfection, and deserts scrumptious The young lady serving was very polite and helpful. Looking forward to going back soon!!

Truly unique. We have just returned home from a 5 night stay. From.the minute we walked in we were greeted with warm smiles and an amazing reception area. This hotel has so many original period features it's beautiful. The bedroom we stayed in was so comfortable and spacious with all you need. I can't praise the staff and management enough, there is nothing that's to much trouble always going above and beyond to make sure you are having a great time. The bar staff are so attentive you don't wait long for a top up, of which we had many! The Food just WOW the 5 days we were here my husband and I along with other family members sampled a lot of the menu. All dishes were cooked to such a high standard and beautifully presented. Not one of us could pick faults with any. Massive compliments to all the chefs. To sum up the Downshire, it's the most fantastic hotel nowhere else has ever topped what this hotel has to offer. A massive thankyou to Nigel and James. Leanne, Chelsea, Andrew Pam and all other members of staff who's name's I didn't catch. You will be seeing us again very soon.

Called on the way home from Newry to Belfast and we were starving. We got the last place in the car park and were greeted by a sing along from a beer garden at the back of the hotel. I work in the industry and was hesitant about going any further as we wanted a quick bite and no fuss. However …. We were approached by door staff who were very polite and helpful. Offered to find us a table in the beer garden. We told them we wanted something to eat and they told us you might be lucky, ask at reception for a table. We were offered a table in a side function room on our own. Suited us perfect as it was clean and comfortable. Receptionist seated us and took our order. Food was very good and tasty. There was a lovely vibe and a great atmosphere as we could hear the buzz from the beer garden. All in all a good experience and we will be back. In these difficult times staff did a good job and we felt COVID safe with Masks and sanitising evident. Would suggest a drinks menu for tables, and maybe an outside area for people wanting to eat.

A great place to go during the day or for a night out. Great atmosphere and buzz about the place even with social distancing. I had the vegan burger (highly recommend it) which was delicious and cooked to perfection! Really great selection of veggie and vegan options to choose from which was great to see. The menu really accommodates for everyone. The service was excellent. Staff were super friendly and were always on hand to take drink orders with next to no waiting time. We were in the outside area which is beautifully done and really spacious. Overall, a really warm and friendly place to have food and drink. Whether you’re a local or passing through, you should definitely check out the Downshire!

Absolutely superb food with family for a birthday celebration. All the family enjoyed their meals. The beef brisket was delicious and a great menu choice to cater for all. We will definitely be returning very soon!