Shimna Diner - Down

I have visited this restaurant multiple times in recent years while in Newcastle and I am never let down. It is a wonderful place to enjoy a great coffee and cake with your dogs outdoors. The staff is very friendly and the facilities are very clean. I also noticed several people having a cooked breakfast and it looked delicious.

I visited this restaurant with my family on a Sunday afternoon. It was quite busy but the staff seemed disorganized. After waiting 15 minutes, we were finally seated. However, after waiting another 15 minutes, no one took our order so we decided to leave. A month later, we gave it another chance. The service was slightly better this time. We ordered two coffees and two tray bakes, which were of good quality. The waitress was friendly. However, when we went to pay, we noticed that all four items were priced higher at the till than on the menu. When we inquired, the waitress simply said that the menus had not been updated yet. We will not be returning to this restaurant. I would recommend avoiding it.

We stayed at The Donard Hotel across the street while they were undergoing renovations, so their restaurant was closed. However, they provided us with a 10% discount card for the Shimna Cafe. We ordered the Ulster Fry, coffees, and glasses of orange juice, and the service was excellent. The staff were friendly and knowledgeable about the area, which was helpful for the many tourists who visit. The food was delicious with generous portions, and the coffee was excellent. The cafe is popular and also offers a selection of baked goods. I would highly recommend Shimna Cafe for a tasty breakfast or lunch when visiting Newcastle.

Breakfast is the best in Co Down if not Northern Ireland. Staff are ultra friendly and efficient. Can’t fault the place. Worth a visit.

Really Lovely cafe and food was fantastic, staff also excellent service would definitely recommend for lunch and would return