Crannagh Bistro in Coleraine

Since changing ownership, the food has gone from 5 star to 1 star.

The Crannagh feels like the perfect watering hole...Blessed with the beautiful scenery of the River Bann and a purpose built Marina...Such a peaceful gem just off the beaten track which gives a sensation of peace!...The staff are courteous and friendly plus the hygiene is of the highest standard...Have your coffee outside on a dry day and quietly watch the river slowly meander by...100%

Called in today for afternoon treat. Asked for cream with our cake but told they didn't have any and it would take too long to whip some up. Ordered a coke, we were told they had no ice. Coke arrived already poured in a small tumbler, tasted flat. They charged £2.50 for this!!!! Outrageous!!! We used to enjoy this place when we occasionally visited the area but were disappointed today . The place had no atmosphere and although cakes themselves were lovely, we won't be back .

Poor quality food for the price asked.....Pepper burger reminded me of a frozen Birds Eye burger 🤔....nominal amount of chips in the by now standard small imitation deep frying basket....Nice views of the River Bann, not of the food placed in front of me....in fact, the food was so forgettable, I've forgotten the actual price...I think it was £12.95 ....thank goodness I wasn't paying...Haven't eaten at Burger King since the kids were tiny, but I believe the burger was better quality and that was about 20 years ago 🙄

Location is great but when we went for morning tea, service was awful, limited staff and unfriendly to the point of being rude. No decaf drinks, single pots of tea (this is NI, multiple pots of tea are a no brainer), carrot cake served with one napkin and a fork when pretty clear it would have been shared. This place has potential but needs some work

Recently had my wedding reception at the crannagh. It was incredible!! Our coordinator made us feel so at ease about the day, all of the staff were fantastic, the food was unreal, all the guests were raving about the bbq buffet. The view was beautiful and they were open to all our weird quirks such as alpacas and arriving by boat :D highly recommend for anyone looking a wedding venue!

Really disappointed with our dining experience.Restaurant was freezing, I wore my coat throughout the meal. The restaurant was soul-less, no background music or atmosphere whatsoever. Felt like we were dining in an open canteen.We ordered Bramble cocktails which tasted pretty nasty. The liver parfait starter was outrageous, a slice of cheap pate, supermarket onion relish and a half toasted slice of bread. A small child could have put this together! My partner ordered medium rare steak which was served well done. This was returned to the kitchen and replaced with a medium to well steak. We just accepted that the chef couldn't cook a medium to rare steak. The steak was of poor quality and definitely not 10 oz as advertised. The triple cooked chips tasted weird and unpleasant.The pork was grand but not worth the price. We didn't waste any more money with desserts. Such a poor dining experience. The waiting staff were lovely but the food and drink was overpriced and underwhelming.We left feeling absolutley ripped off. The Faulty Towers of restaurants!

Meal booked for 4 people. Sat down for 18.30. Not rushed. Menu was fairly broad and reasonable. Worked out about £100 split 4 ways. Drinks and meal served timely and hot. Staff attentive but not in your face. Temp taken and sanitising on entry. Not mad busy but very glad we booked. Outlook from venue is lovely. Not our first visit and will definitely be back.

Nice location on banks of Bann, food is ok but not sensational. Expensive for what is basically pub grub. Restaurant is within what is really a function suite and lacks atmosphere. Could probably do with a revamp, it's never been busy when I've been there and I'm pretty sure it's never very busy. Wouldn't be my first choice in that area, it's adequate but not brilliant.

This evening was our second visit to The Cranagh, delighted both times. Sunday lunch was perfect, great views and a more than decent pint of stout. This afternoon was more of the same. As mentioned previously, the price is fair, the staff are friendly and attentive and it makes for a pretty relaxing visit.I have,and will recommend this to friends and family, I reckon it'll be a regular haunt.