Robert Stewart’s is a traditional pub and restaurant at 149 Ballyskeagh Road in Drumbeg. The venue traces its history to 1620 and describes itself as Belfast’s oldest pub, giving a meal here a strong sense of place. Its rooms are designed for relaxed gatherings over food and drink rather than a formal restaurant experience.
The menu centres on generous Irish pub cooking. Seafood chowder offers a warming start or light meal, while a rack of barbecue pork ribs provides a more substantial choice. Roasted Mediterranean vegetables and other lighter dishes broaden the selection beyond the familiar meat and seafood favourites.
Food is served throughout the week, with Sunday offering another opportunity to settle in for a full meal. The traditional setting suits family lunches, casual dinners and groups meeting before an evening of music. Guests with allergies or specific dietary needs should discuss the current menu with staff before ordering.
Irish whiskey has a natural place at the bar, alongside beer, wine and cocktails such as the house Bob’s Bramble. Live music on selected occasions adds to the sociable atmosphere without changing the venue’s neighbourhood character. Robert Stewart’s combines centuries of pub history with a contemporary food and drinks service for Drumbeg locals and visitors.
Address: 149 Ballyskeagh Road, Drumbeg, Belfast BT17 9LL, United Kingdom
Robert Stewarts Menu
Evening Menu – Starters
Bob's Bread Board (V)
Selection of Breads, Sun Blush Tomato Tapenade, Oils & Butters
Pint of Guinness (VG)
Rich & Creamy, Distinctively Black, Velvety in it’s finish
Soup of the Day (VGO)
Homemade Guinness Wheaten, Butter
Goat's Cheese Tartlet (V)
Red Onion Jam, Rocket
Panko Crusted Crab Cake
Dill Mayo, Pickled Cucumber
Mussels
White Wine Cream Sauce, Sourdough
Bob's Crispy Chicken Wings
Sriracha & Honey Glaze, Rocket & Red Onion Salad, Blue Cheese Mayo
Tempura Cauliflower Bites
Tahini, Harissa, Pomegranate
Gin & Juniper Salmon Gravlax
Heritage Tomato, Basil, Oil
Evening Menu – Mains
Fish of The Day
Sauteed Greens, Choice of Side, Please Ask Server Price: Market Price
Chicken & Chorizo Pasta
Pappardelle Pasta, Shaved Parmesan, Garlic Sourdough
Pan Fried Seabass
Coconut & Lime Broth, Charred Pak Choi, Jasmine Sticky Rice
Roast Chicken Supreme
Gnocchi, Tenderstem Broccoli, Shitake Mushrooms, Brandy Cream
Duo of Pork
Braised Cheek, Pan Fried Fillet, Sesame Green Beans, Wild Mushroom Cream, Mash
Thai Green Curry (VGO)
Coconut Rice, Poppadom
Bell’s Lager Battered Fish
Battered Haddock, Tartar Sauce, Minted Mushy Peas, Charred Lemon, Triple Cooked Chunky Chips
Bobʼs Beef Burger
6oz Beef Patty, Slow Cooked BBQ Beef Brisket, Smoked Applewood Cheese, Pickles, Brioche Bun, Choice of Side
Punjabi Style Black Lentil Dahl (VG)
Slow Cooked Black Lentils in a Spiced Tomato Base, Tzatziki Dressing, Naan Bread
Evening Menu – Steaks From The Grill
Served with Crispy Onion Rings & Choice of Side & Sauce
Fillet 227g
Sirloin 283g
Ribeye 227g
Flat Iron 227g
Evening Menu – Sides
Triple Cooked Chunky Chips
Skin on Fries
Mash
Champ
Onion Rings
Baby Caesar Salad
Asian Style Tenderstem Broccoli
Seasonal Veg
Evening Menu – Desserts
Dark Chocolate Mousse
Hazelnut Praline, Chocolate Soil
Old School Jam & Coconut Sponge
Creme Anglaise
Cheesecake of the Day
Ice Cream, Ask Server for details
Salted Caramel & Banana Parfait
Banana Crisps, Caramel Sauce
Selection of Ice Cream
Ice Cream Selection
Sunday à la Carte – Starters
Pint of Guinness (VG)
Rich & Creamy, Distinctively Black, Velvety in it’s Finish
Soup of the Day (VGO)
Homemade Guinness Wheaten, Butter
Bobʼs Crispy Hot Wings
Sriracha & Honey Glaze, Rocket & Red Onion Salad, Blue Cheese Mayo
Bob's Prawn Cocktail
Prawns, Marie Rose Sauce, Salad, Guinness Wheaten
Garlic & Herb Mushroom Toast
Wild Sauteed Mushrooms, Toasted Sourdough
Prawn & Crab Linguine
Garlic Sourdough
Gin & Juniper Salmon Gravlax
Heritage Tomato, Basic, Oil
Goat's Cheese Tartlet (V)
Red Onion Jam, Rocket
Sunday à la Carte – Mains
Fish of the Day
Sauteed Greens, Choice of Side, Please Ask your Server Price: Market Price
Chicken & Chorizo Pasta
Pappardelle Pasta, Shaved Parmesan, Garlic Sourdough
Crispy Salt & Chilli Tofu Bites (VG)
Peppers, Onions, Salad, Tahini, Choice of Side
Bellʼs Lager Battered Fish
Battered Haddock, Tartar Sauce, Minted Mushy Peas, Charred Lemon, Triple Cooked Chunky Chips
Bobʼs Beef Burger
6oz Beef Patty, Slow Cooked BBQ Beef Brisket, Smoked Applewood Cheese, Pickles, Brioche Bun, Choice of Side
Punjabi Style Black Lentil Dahl (VG)
Slow Cooked Black Lentils in a Spiced Tomato Base, Tzatziki Dressing, Naan Bread
Sunday à la Carte – Sides
Triple Cooked Chunky Chip
Skin on Fries
Mash
Champ
Onion Rings
Baby Caesar Salad
Asian Style Tenderstem Broccoli
Seasonal Veg
Sunday à la Carte – Desserts
Dark Chocolate Mousse
Hazelnut Praline, Chocolate Soil
Old School Jam & Coconut Sponge
Creme Anglaise
Cheesecake of the Day
Ice Cream Ask server for details
Ice Cream Selection
Ask server for details
Lunch Menu – Mains
Pint of Guinness (VG)
Rich & Creamy, Distinctively Black, Velvety in its Finish
Soup & Sandwich of the Day
Ask your server
Harissa Spiced Chicken Flatbread
Feta, Sunblushed Tomato & Rocket Garnish
Crab & Prawn Linguine
Garlic Sourdough
Battered Scampi
Caper & Dill Mayo, Triple Cooked Chunky Chips
Bob's Crispy Chicken Wings
Sriracha & Honey, Rocket & Red Onion Salad, Blue Cheese Mayo
Steak Sandwich
6oz Ribeye (cooked pink or well done), served on toasted Sourdough, Chimichurri Mayo & Choice of Side
Chicken Caesar Salad (VO)
Croutons, Red Onion, Streaky Bacon, Leaves, Caesar Dressing, Parmesan
Crispy Salt & Chilli Tofu Bites (VG)
Peppers, Onions, Salad, Tahini
Thai Green Curry (VGO)
Coconut Rice, Poppadom
Bobʼs Beef Burger
6oz Beef Patty, Slow Cooked BBQ Beef Brisket, Smoked Applewood Cheese, Pickles, Brioche Bun, Choice of Side
Korean Chargrilled Chicken Burger
Chicken Fillet, Fresh Pineapple Salsa, Brioche Bun, Choice of Side
Bellʼs Lager Battered Fish
Battered Haddock, Tartar Sauce, Minted Mushy Peas, Charred Lemon, Triple Cooked Chunky Chips
Sunday Roast Starters
2 courses £29.00, 3 courses £36.00
Pint of Guinness
Rich & Creamy, Distinctively Black, Velvety in it’s Finish (VG)
Soup of the Day
Homemade Guinness Wheaten, Butter (VGO)
Bobʼs Crispy Hot Wings
Sriracha & Honey Glaze, Rocket & Red Onion Salad, Blue Cheese Mayo
Bob's Prawn Cocktail
Prawns, Marie Rose Sauce, Salad, Guinness Wheaten
Garlic & Herb Mushroom Toast
Wild Sauteed Mushrooms, Toasted Sourdough
Prawn & Crab Linguine
Garlic Sourdough
Gin & Juniper Salmon Gravlax
Heritage Tomato, Basic, Oil
Sunday Roast Mains
2 courses £29.00, 3 courses £36.00
12hr Cooked Daube of Beef
Duck Fat Roasties, Mash, Roasted Veg, Yorkshire Pudding & Gravy
Stuffed Chicken Roulade
Duck Fat Roasties, Mash, Roasted Veg, Yorkshire Pudding & Gravy
Roast Loin of Pork
Duck Fat Roasties, Mash, Roasted Veg, Yorkshire Pudding & Gravy
Extra Sides Supplement
All sides £5.50 each. Sauces £3.00 each.
Tripe Cooked Chunky Chips
Skin on Fries
Mash
Champ
Onion Rings
Baby Caesar Salad
Asian Tenderstem Broccoli
Seasonal Veg
Sauces
Peppercorn | Garlic Butter | Mushroom Sauce | Black Pepper Butter | Blue Cheese Mayo
Sunday Desserts
2 courses £29.00, 3 courses £36.00
Dark Chocolate Mousse
Hazelnut Praline, Chocolate Soil
Old School Jam & Coconut Sponge
Creme Anglaise
Cheesecake of the Day
Ice Cream
Ask Server for details
Ice Cream Selection
Ask Server for details
Kids Menu
Includes Choice of Ice Cream
Creamy Pasta
Garlic Bread (V)
Bobʼs Quarter Pounder
4oz Beef Patty, Fries, Baked Beans
Breaded Chicken Goujons
Fries, Baked Beans
Sausages
Fries, Baked Beans