Restaurants

Gattos

4.7 385 reviews Closed 88 Lower Mill St, Ballymena BT43 5AF, United Kingdom

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At Gattos, located in Ballymena, a culinary journey awaits you. This inviting restaurant seamlessly blends a cozy ambiance with delectable fare, making it a favorite among locals and tourists alike. With a menu that highlights small plates, healthy options, and signature dishes, guests find a wealth of flavors to explore. Standout creations like the garlic cheesy bread and Dirt Bird pizza leave lasting impressions. Patrons rave about the friendly service and the vibrant atmosphere, making it a perfect spot for family celebrations or casual dining. Gattos embodies a welcoming spirit, where every meal feels like a cherished experience.

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Amenities & More

Service options

Takeout
Dine-in

Highlights

Great beer selection
Great coffee
Great dessert
Great wine list

Popular for

Lunch
Dinner
Solo dining

Dining options

Lunch
Dinner
Dessert
Seating
Table service

Amenities

Bar onsite
Restroom

Atmosphere

Casual
Cozy
Romantic
Trendy

Crowd

Groups
Tourists

Note: Amenity details are aggregated from verified visits, the venue's website and Google. They may change without notice. We recommend confirming key details (pet policy, accessibility, reservations) directly with Gattos before visiting.

Reviews for Gattos

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Review highlights

Based on 385 reviews

Gattos is widely praised for its authentic Italian cuisine, notably its flavorful pizzas and expertly prepared risottos. Reviewers frequently highlight the warm, friendly service that strikes a balance between attentiveness and unobtrusiveness. The restaurant’s cozy atmosphere makes it suitable for various occasions, from casual lunches to family celebrations. Customers also appreciate the reasonable pricing and the availability of convenient amenities such as free parking after 5 pm and clean facilities. Overall, Gattos is recognized for consistently delivering a high-quality dining experience that combines delicious homemade dishes with excellent customer care in a welcoming setting.

Sue Cochrane

Apr 08, 2025

We shall definitely be visiting again! Excellent food, service and reasonable prices. What's not to like? He had a chicken and spinach dish and I risotto primavera. The latter was absolutely delicious - one of the best risottos I have had.Mains followed by a gorgeous affogato and Frangelico liqueur.Photos don't do the dishes justice!

Vigneswaran Vanushan

Apr 04, 2025

Staffs are so much friendly and food quality is authentic home made and you can taste the difference too.After 5pm there is car park right outside and its free of charge. Luckily we arrived just after 5pm and few spaces were available.No need any further details on their quality of food. Just try and taste it.Well spent onVery clean toilets available too.Many deals available on various days.Take out deals on pizza available too.

Catherine Burnside

Mar 27, 2025

I have eaten here twice in two days - first was a lunch with friends, then a family outing with the kids. On both occasions the food was excellent and the service warm, friendly and accommodating, without being intrusive. The restaurant was a cosy haven in the midst of a storm. A great spot for any occasion.

Carolyn D

Mar 23, 2025

First visit to Gattos and it won't be the last. We needed an early dinner around Ballymena and found this place on Google maps. Great find. Food was delicious. We had the Dirt Bird pizza (chicken mushroom bacon) and the flatbread with garlic butter and tapenade. Friendly staff and no complaints on service.

Lee-Ann Calwell

Mar 12, 2025

We had a family meal for my son's birthday. Food was fantastic. Restaurant was quiet but it was a Thursday and we ate really early. Service couldn't have been better.

Megan Drew Richard

Mar 04, 2025

Food is amazing, staff are so accomdating and friendly, beautiful atmosphere. Ive tried so many things on the menu and all amazing

Gavin Lynam

Jan 27, 2025

Greta ambience, lovely staff and a super menu. We shared starters which were delicious, highly recommend the feta fritters, and then the pizza for main was good!

Ryan O'Hara

Jan 21, 2025

Have visited 3 times now due to quality and flavour of the food.Staff are very attentive without being intrusive.The food is top notch with every visit, not disappointing on flavour, presentation, and portion size.From starters to mains to deserts, Gattos has now become our favourite place to eat in Ballymena