At The Chubby Cherub, we’ve always believed that dining should be more than a meal – it should be an experience that lingers long after the last bite. Today, we’re proud to share some incredible news: both The Chubby Cherub Lisburn Road and The Chubby Cherub Ristorante & Deli have been named among the Top 10% of Restaurants Worldwide by the Travellers’ Choice Awards 2025.
This honour is based entirely on guest reviews and ratings collected over the past year. In other words – you put us here. Your kind words, your recommendations, and your love for authentic Italian dining in Belfast have lifted us into the top tier of restaurants across the globe.
What This Award Means
The Travellers’ Choice Awards are given to businesses that consistently deliver exceptional experiences. Being ranked among the top 10% worldwide means that when travellers and locals think of unforgettable dining, The Chubby Cherub is at the heart of the conversation.
For us, it’s not just about recognition. It’s about celebrating:
- Authenticity – recipes rooted in Italian tradition, brought to life with the best local ingredients.
- Community – the warmth and laughter shared across our tables, from family dinners to date nights.
- Consistency – delivering the same quality of food, service, and atmosphere whether it’s your first visit or your fiftieth.
A Thank You to Belfast (and Beyond)
This award belongs to our guests as much as it does to our team. From the loyal locals who return week after week, to the visitors who discover us for the first time while exploring Belfast’s food scene – every review and every empty plate has brought us to this milestone.
Managing Director Eamon McCusker says it best:
“We’ve always set out to make The Chubby Cherub a place where food, family, and fun come together. To be recognised globally for something we love doing every day is truly humbling.”
Celebrate With Us
To mark this achievement, we’re inviting you to celebrate with us. Mention “Top 10%” when booking at either Lisburn Road or the Ristorante & Deli until 5th October and enjoy a complimentary glass of fizz on us.
Because what’s an award without a toast? 🥂
Looking Ahead
This recognition fuels us to keep raising the bar – whether that’s creating new seasonal menus, perfecting our pizza sleeves, launching our new Chubby at Home retail range or simply making sure every guest feels at home the moment they step through the door.
Here’s to the next chapter of The Chubby Cherub story – and to many more shared meals, celebrations, and memories with all of you.
👉 Book Your Table at Lisburn Road
👉 Book Your Table at Ristorante & Deli
Grazie mille,
Team Chubby Cherub 💛
