We visited on what seemed to be a particularly busy day, which unfortunately affected the overall experience. Tables hadn’t been cleared, and it felt like the staff were either stretched too thin or not effectively managed.
That said, the gluten-free menu was impressive and offered plenty of options, which we really appreciated. I ordered the Buds Bowl, which sounded great on the menu, but it arrived missing key ingredients—there was no roasted squash or pomegranate seeds. With only one server visibly working and clearly overwhelmed, it was impossible to get their attention, and no one checked in to see how our meal was.
Since we had to pay before eating, there was no opportunity to raise the issue or have it resolved, which left us feeling a bit disappointed.
We’re keen to try the chain again at a different location because of the excellent gluten-free options, but we won’t be returning to this particular site.
We didn't have a reservation, but they still seated us on a Friday evening. The food was good- gluten free options were excellent and all clearly marked in the menu- but the real stars were the staff. They were incredibly kind, accommodating, and friendly. Service deserves more than 5 stars. We will definitely go back!
We eat here regularly and it's always great. The staff are super friendly and the food is delicious! They also have an amazing gluten-free selection which is hard to find in most places. Excellent spot for some cocktails as well.
Great selection of delicious, gluten free goodies. I'm not following a gluten free diet but still really enjoyed the buns however they were slightly dry and crumbly compared to my favorite regularly baked goodies. Great, friendly and helpful service from the server. Mainly a take out however there are a couple of tables.
We loved this place. The place is eclectic, welcoming and spacious... just what I like. The atmosphere and staff were great and the food is spectacular. I highly recommend this place. So many Gluten free options and wheelchair accessible (although I cannot comment on the bathrooms). I would highly recommend a visit.
So good! Ate there with my partner and two kids and we all thought it was just like the food we ate on holiday. My family enjoyed their souvlaki, sausage and pitta and I had a mountain of halloumi, fries and salad. They catered for me being gluten intolerant and even make their own GF pitta. The kids had baklava for pudding which they said was delicious.
Make sure you go there hungry - the portions are huge!
Food was delicious and very reasonably priced, with very generous portions! Veggie, vegan, gluten free options and breakfast/lunch menus. Service was lovely and we thoroughly enjoyed our meal!!
We visited Donegans this evening on our very first visit to Northern Island. We enjoyed a wonderful evening the food was truly wonderful I am Gluten and dairy intolerant my food was specially prepared and was delicious as was all of the food the four of us enjoyed. The staff were so good very helpful and fun! We would highly recommend Donegans thanks to all of the staff front of house, chef everyone you made our first night in Bangor memorable we will be back!
I was very pleasantly surprised with my gluten-free Pizza for I am a coeliac and our waitress was very knowledgeable and put me at ease. It was excellent. 😊
Popped in for a quick lunch and will definitely be back. Delicious food, friendly service, just amazing. (The best apple pie I’ve had in ages, and it was gluten free!)
Nice food with friendly staff. We shared a starter and desert and each had a main of pasta which were tasty and having the option of a gluten free desert was excellent.
I suffer from coeliac so I ordered GF Fish and Chips with peas which came in a gravy boat !! I asked for ketchup and was given an Asda classic tomato ketchup bottle, that surprised me in a bistro to be handed the bottle more like a local chippy. The chips were delicious however the Beer Battered Cod was a peculiar texture and colour. I scrapped most of the batter off as it also had a queer taste. Definitely not something I would recommend. I visited this Bistro approximately 2yrs ago and the fish was delicious. I’m not sure if the chef has changed but the batter definitely is from another recipe , I would suggest the chef makes friends with the chef in The Chip Stop Bangor as theirs is the best . On another note we also ordered gf option soup with wheaten bread as a starter however the gf option was just soup. Don’t know why they didn’t get gf bread from Asada as it’s quite good. Would I go here again . It’s a no .
Great food, great service. We love coming here whenever we are in Bangor. Provided a gluten free toast option with no trouble at all. The kids love the Malteser Square, I love the cooked breakfast.
This is a great place to get a bite to eat right by the seafront. The coffee is excellent (perhaps the best in Bangor), and the food is delicious. They have many gluten free options available as well.
Been coming here with my grandmother now for a couple of years and the food, service and atmosphere is second to none. My grandmother often has difficulty going to cafés and restaurants due to a lack of selections for coeliacs but this place is just overflowing with options for her. Not to mention the staff are as welcoming as can be and you can definitely have a laugh with them. All in all absolutely outstanding and you’re missing out if you don’t give it a try.
Great spot for food or even for a drink, good deals on food at the moment 10pp for a main. Parking at both sides of building , staff very friendly and helpful. Gluten free options which is great for me
Amazing food, exceptional service. Delicious food. Super accommodating for me as a pescatarian coeliac! Came after years of recommendation and it was excellent. Fresh tasting and authentic cuisine.
Been there twice already. The first time the waitress was very slow and forgot cutlery and water. It didn't feel very organised at all. Pizza was very good though. The gluten free one I had was so tasty. We went back again recently and the service was much better - a different waitress this time. The pizza guy was always super friendly and asked how the pizza was. Highly recommended. For someone who usually doesn't fancy pizza, this is the only pizza place I'd be excited to go again.
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