The Teal Monkey is a Belfast restaurant at 89 Dublin Road, established in 2021. Its energetic dining room combines food from midday or late afternoon with cocktails and live music, creating a setting that works for both dinner and a longer night out.
Tapas brings together Mediterranean and wider global influences, from charred vegetables and goats cheese bonbons to gambas pil pil, mussels, cod bites and Korean chicken. The variety lets a table contrast spice, smoke, crisp textures and richer sauces across several smaller plates.
Burgers, tacos and the grill provide more substantial options. Diners can choose steak, short rib, salt and chilli chicken, a smoked cheddar beef burger or a cauliflower alternative, with fries, chips and salads available alongside.
Burnt Basque cheesecake, panna cotta and sticky toffee pudding give the meal a complete finish, while wine and cocktail lists support the evening focus. The Teal Monkey suits groups especially well because its sharing dishes and live atmosphere encourage a relaxed, social pace.
Address: 89 Dublin Road, Belfast BT2 7HQ, Northern Ireland
The Teal Monkey Menu
Tapas
Bread Selection
Chargrilled Focaccia with a Selection of Dips (Tapenade, Salsa Verde, Mojo Rojo). ADD CURED MEAT £8.
Tempura Cauliflower Wings
with Mojo Rojo, Avocado, Lime.
Charred Tenderstem Broccoli
with Salsa Verde.
Mozzarella Sticks
with Spiced Tomato Jam.
Goats Cheese Bonbons
with Beetroot and Candied Walnuts.
Padron Peppers
with Sea Salt and Lime.
Beer Battered Cod Bites
with Lemon Caper Aioli.
Gambas Pil Pil
with Chilli Oil, Garlic, Chargrilled Focaccia.
Bowl of Mussels
with White Wine and Garlic Cream, Sourdough.
Harissa Salmon
with Orzo, Pickled Courgette.
Crispy Fried Squid
with Pickled Cucumber, Saffron Aioli.
Chargrilled 6oz Steak
with Choice of Sauce.
Chicken Wings
with Mojo Rojo, Avocado, Lime.
Chorizo Sausage
Poached in Red Wine and then Pan-Fried.
Spiced Meatball Marinara
with Mozzarella.
Sticky Korean Chicken Bites
with Sesame, Pickled Chilli.
Burgers & Tacos
Teal Monkey Burger
Brioche Bun, Rocket, Pickled Red Onion, Tomato, Gherkin, Smoked Cheddar.
Korean Hot Honey Chicken Burger
Pickled Red Onion, Lettuce, Smoked Cheddar.
Korean Hot Honey Cauliflower Burger
Tempura Cauliflower, Pickled Red Onion, Lettuce, Smoked Cheddar.
Tacos with Slaw, Pico de Gallo, Smoked Chipotle Aioli
Choose from Pulled Beef, Prawn, or Halloumi (V).
Meat & Grill
10oz Sirloin Steak
Air Dried Tomato, Portabello Mushroom, Choice of Side & Sauce.
Beef Shortrib
with Truffle Mac & Cheese.
Salt and Chilli Chicken
with Asian Slaw, Sriracha Aioli, Choice of Side.
Sweets
Burnt Basque Cheesecake
with Rum & Raisin Ice Cream.
White Chocolate Panna Cotta
with Strawberries & Honeycomb.
Sticky Toffee Pudding
with Caramel Sauce & Vanilla Bean Ice Cream.
Selection of Ice Cream/Sorbet
Selection.
Sides
Sides Selection: Truffle fries, triple cooked chips, skinny fries, house salad.