AMPM
36 Reviews
AM:PM is a thriving bar/bistro located in the heart of Belfast. AM:PM has established itself as one of the hottest venues in Belfast.
With a capacity for 60 people, "intimate" and "exclusive" are just two words used to describe this venue.
The interior of am:pm is dominated by various pieces of minimalist stainless steel decoration, yet it still manages to evoke a feeling of warmth and comfort. This contemporary mindset is extended throughout the food menu, and indeed the music policy.
Serving food throughout the day to shoppers and business people alike, in the evening am:pm transforms into a hip hangout to unwind and chill-out to a soundtrack of everything from Deep House to 50s Swing.
Information and Contact Details
| Web Site | http://directory.visitsouthbelfast.com/ampm/ | |
| Category | Bar | |
| Address | AM:PM | |
| 38 Upper Arthur Street | ||
| Belfast | ||
| BT7 1NZ | ||
| Phone Number | 028 90249009 | |
| Distance from Belfast City Hall | 0.2 |
Map Showing the Location of AMPM
Have you got Google Earth on your computer? If so, then download the Google Earth Map of AMPM.
Is this the wrong position for AMPM? If you think so, then modify its position.
Ratings
Various aspects that help rate a venue. Vote yourself, it only takes a second!
Prices
How Crowded / Busy
Friendliness of Other Customers
Customer Service
Talent (How good are the Boys)
Talent (How good are the Girls)
Overall
Customer Comments and Reviews of AMPM (Add a Review)
There now follows 36 other reviews of AMPM
We arrived Saturday 16th Feb just before 8pm and were told the wait would be 45min so we took a seat at the bar. Two hours later we were shown to our table. I ordered the fish cakes to start and my partner mussles. When the fish cakes arrived they were frozen solid in the middle, and on sending them back the took my partners starter "to keep it warm" when the startes returned my fish cakes were soggy and the mussles were cold, clearly they had not been kept warm. For mains the frites steak was ordered with side salad, and the seabass with rosito. The salad was wilted with no crunch to the leaves and the rosito was more like rice pudding. All in all the entire meal was disgusting, infact the worst we have ever experienced. The staff did how ever remove the fish cakes from the bill. If as much effort went into the cooking as it did on the appearence i.e. the brass pots and mugs of chips im sure the food would be excellent, however we couldn't help but feel all this presentation was there simply to draw attention from the complete rubbish the was being served.
Submitted by C. Patton on 17/02/2008
Good food at a reasonable price and always has a nice atmosphere. Have been to all the restaurants on Botanic Ave and this has the best tasting food hands down
Submitted by Dr. P Glover on 04/01/2008
great nite out, good food and good staff and didnt feel rushed which is a plus. they also have a heated smoking area so as not to make us nicotine lovers feel like outcasts and lepers.
Submitted by sarah cunningham on 08/11/2007
Initial thought was just another flash in the pan ( pardon the pun) but delicious consistent food and good service makes this one of the best in town.
Submitted by Phillip Price on 05/11/2007
Very enjoyable and excellent staff. Ive been in almost every night for 3 weeks. Thanks AmPm and all the staff
Submitted by Mick on 31/10/2007
Service was top notch, food was extremely tasty and price was very reasonable. Good to see a busy restaurant where people actually know how to treat a customer. Well done AMPM I will be back and I will reccommend it to my friends
Submitted by J Flanaghan on 23/10/2007
At a hen night in Botanic venueon sat 11th. Food was excellent and staff very helpful and friendly. Food arrived promptly and was delicious. I would highly reccommend you try AMPM
Submitted by Ally Kenny on 20/08/2007
Just awful, waited 30 minutes for lunchtime food (There is a lunchtime 'beat the clock' policy where it is claimed you dont have to pay for food if you wait more than 15 minutes). This was politely brought to the attention of a friendly male waiter who 10 minutes later sent out an incredibly rude female member of staff, who very loudly and extremely rudely argued we only waited 15 minutes. We of course paid, but the service was complete rubbish. Dont make a claim of 15 minute service when it clearly cannot be honoured. Very rude, unprofessional staff. Avoid, please, if you want quality service, dont eat here.
Submitted on 06/07/2007
Great grub quick friendly staff
Submitted by Marlo H on 06/07/2007
went there saturday night for the first,botanic that is,food was fantastic,the place was full and the service was 1st class,definately our new haunt,excellent atmosphere.
Submitted by kerri mcilhagger on 01/07/2007
Food very tasty and staff very pleasant
Submitted by P Martin on 23/06/2007
Excellent we spot
Submitted by James P on 15/06/2007
At a party on sat 9th. Food and service was very good but let down by kitchen. Far too slow. Anywhere else and I would have left but I regularly eat in Arthur St so stayed. Chefs need a kick in the backside
Submitted by Sarah on 10/06/2007
This place deserves all the praise it can get. Frequent both regularly and have never had a bad experience. Great grub and great friendly staff.
Submitted by Martin Shaw on 08/06/2007
Waited at lunchtime for over 30 minutes for food - left when nothing had arrived. The manager mumbled something about a "problem with the printer"!
Can't comment on the food - if you have 3 hours for lunch you might actually get to taste some of it - I won't be back.
Submitted by DKennedy on 31/05/2007
Normally i consider reviews a waste of time. I had not been in ampm in over two years as last time i wasnt impressed. However, I always give credit were it is due and this time the food and service was excellent. I reccommend it
Submitted by Claire J on 28/05/2007
Class, comfortable and very reasonable. Been to Botanic venue as well. Both Very consistent and welcoming. Good job!
Submitted by Sara Jennings on 16/05/2007
Smnall, comfy, friendly and food is fab
Submitted by Gabrielle Martins on 26/04/2007
This small venue is at the top end of city centre eateries
Submitted by Marianne C on 23/04/2007
Ive been to both venues, food is ecxellent in both but The larger venue in Botanic has much more friendly staff
Submitted by Helen Summers on 14/04/2007
I eat in both venues regularly and have to say without a doubt these places have the best steaks in belfast.
Submitted by Marcus B on 06/04/2007
Cracking we spot for a bite to eat
Submitted by Martin on 30/03/2007
Good food, good service and comfortable. I reccommend it
Submitted by Paddy S on 24/03/2007
Small, funky, comfortable, good food and attentive staff. Great we hideaway
Submitted by Ricky B on 14/03/2007
I have not been home in Belfast for 6 years. What a change! A friend is a regular in this cafe bar and it was the first time i was ever in it. We went for a bite to eat around 7 saturday nite with the girlfriends and another couple with the intention of going to Vaudeville afterwards to continue the evening. We did go to Vaudeville. After queuing for 15mins and waiting another 15 to get a drink and having a few drinks spilled over the ladies in our company, we decided to leave and head back. Unfortunately we didnt get our seat back but had a great nite knocking back the drinks and reminiscing. this is not the Belfast I remember with vomiting and fights in shaftsbury square each weekend. Belfast has evolved, I must admit I was worried as to where I would take my girlfriend from across the water to show what belfast has to offer. Any time I am home I will be certain to be back. Thanks for a great nite to the staff. I also have to say the doorman was the friendliest I have ever encountered. If you are in Belfast check out AmPm
Submitted by Alan Best on 12/03/2007
Go to both AMPM's on a regular basis. Food is excellent. Great cocktails in Botanic!
Submitted by C Sweeney on 10/03/2007
Great food, great craic excellent service and not a Henry Loyd or dodgy gold necklace in site. Best Birthday party I have been to. Toilets are a little small but I havent a bad word to say about the place.
Submitted by Herb stevens on 05/03/2007
First impressions were not brilliant but I must admit I have been back three or four times with friends and the service, food and interior are excellent. Try the Beat the Clock menu, there is no better value in belfast!
Submitted by Mario on 03/03/2007
I am a regular visitor to both AM PM's and i must say for ambience decor, service, atmosphere and food it is in my opinion the best all round belfast has to offer. Yes for a more upmarket gastro experience maybe cayenne or james street south hit the mark but for a total all round package and value for money id recomend ampm with confidence!
Submitted by John Kelly on 02/03/2007
A little small but the staff and service more than make up for lack of size. An intimate getaway for a quiet bite with friendly staff
Submitted by steven walker on 02/03/2007
Great night for our staff party, food excellent and service was top notch. A hidden gem
Submitted by DAVE 26 on 02/03/2007
I visted AM:PM and found the experience to be very poor. The service was pathetic and the staff obviously wanted to be somewhere else.
Submitted on 19/10/2006
Have been to both AM:PMs restaurants on a number of occassions (though not through choice). Food is average at best & the service. Well the less said the better!
Submitted by J McCann on 11/10/2006
I went there just after it opened and although the food was delicious, the service left a lot to be desired. We were at the bar ordering drinks when a senior member of staff stopped our barman from serving us so he could serve someone else. Once we got our meals, they never bothered with us again and we couldn't get a drink brought to the table. Also, it took them 45 minutes to bring us our bill. Although I loved the food, I haven't been back since because of the service.
Submitted on 10/09/2006
I have been to AM:PM several times and never been disappointed. The staff are super, the food very enjoyable and the atmosphere lush. If you are looking for somewhere intimate and relaxing you would be hard pushed to find anywhere better. Weeknights or weekends, it's been a joy to go to.
Submitted by T-L.H on 26/08/2006
There is no non-smoking section, service was good, food was excellent apart from the people who were smoking at each side of us as we ate our meal.
Submitted by Oz on 04/06/2006
You can add your own Review or edit the details of this page.
