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Belfast Trust’s Catering Team wishes to advise staff of some exciting updates and offers available in trust restaurants throughout April.

Belfast Trust’s Catering Team wishes to advise staff of some exciting updates and offers available in trust restaurants throughout April.

20th March 2026

April offer across all trust restaurants

Soup of the day and a sandwich for £4!

*NEWS FOR APRIL*

Have you tried our healthier breakfast range yet?

-Overnight oats (£1.20)

-Porridge (85p)

-Fruit salad (£1.20)

-Granola Pot (£1.20)

-Breakfast Cereals (£1.00)

 

VEGETARIAN AND VEGAN DISHES

Have you tried any of our popular vegetarian and vegan dishes yet? Keep an eye out for our sampling days!

Some favourites include:

Lentil Dahl (VG)

Chickpea curry (VG)

Mixed bean chilli (VG)

Cauliflower and broccoli bake (V)

Mushroom and sweet potato curry (VG)

Vegetable curry (VG)

Vegetable Chilli (VG)

And many more!

 

V= Vegetarian

VG= Vegan

 

BURRITO BOWL STALL, MONDAYS IN RVH FOYER

Mondays 12pm-2pm

Offering burrito bowls with a range of toppings including pulled pork, salad and pulled chicken with a complementary bottle of water.

 

SPUD STALLS

We’re continuing with our popular Spud Stalls. Current fillings include chicken curry, chilli beef, baked beans, cheese, and coleslaw (subject to availability).

 

Spud Stall at the Terrace Restaurant, Belfast City Hospital.

Monday’s 12pm-2pm.

Offering baked potatoes with a selection of fillings and a complementary bottle of water.

 

Spud Stall at Cloisters Coffee Shop, Mater Hospital

Thursdays 12.00pm – 2.00pm.
Offering baked potatoes with a selection of fillings and a complementary bottle of water.

 

Spud Stall, RVH Foyer

Thursdays 12.00pm – 2.00pm.

Offering baked potatoes with a selection of fillings and a complementary bottle of water.

 

Please speak to catering staff if you require any information on allergens.

OUR COMMITMENT TO SUSTAINABILITY

The catering department has been actively rolling out a number of sustainability initiatives to reduce waste and minimise our environmental impact:

 

  • We have replaced single‑use plastics with sustainable alternatives such as paper, wood and metal.
  • We are in the process of introducing new recycling stations to ensure all food waste is properly separated and collected for composting.
  • Filtered, chilled water refill stations are being introduced across our restaurants to help cut down on plastic bottle waste.
  • Our catering delivery vans are transitioning to biofuel or electric vehicles.
  • We are working with our procurement teams to ensure as many of our food ingredients as possible are sourced locally, supporting freshness and helping to reduce our carbon footprint.

 

A MESSAGE FROM OUR PUBLIC HEALTH DIETITIANS

Did you know we eat about 60% of our meals during work hours? What we choose to eat at work matters. It fuels our energy, concentration and overall wellbeing. That’s why making healthier, balanced choices while on shift can have a real impact on how we feel both at work and at home.

Visit the Public Health Dietitians YouTube channel for tips on eating well Public Health Dietitians – YouTube

 

BELFAST TRUST CATERING SITES OPENING TIMES

Spoons Restaurant, RVH ·         Monday- Sunday:

–          7.30am to 6.00pm

 

Coffee Doc, RVH ·         Monday to Thursday:

–          8am to 3.45pm.

·         Friday:

–          8am to 3pm

 

Children’s Hospital Restaurant ·         Monday to Friday:

–          8am to 5.30pm

·         Saturday and Sunday:

–          8.30am to 5.30pm

 

Coffee Doc Express, Children’s Hospital
  • Monday to Friday:

–          8am to 4pm

 

Maternity Hospital Restaurant ·         Monday to Friday:

–          8am to 6.30pm

·         Saturday and Sunday:

–          8.30am to 5.30pm

 

Terrace Restaurant, Belfast City Hospital ·         Monday – Friday:

–          8.00am – 5.00pm

·         Saturday & Sunday:

–          8.00am – 2.00pm

 

Bedeque Restaurant, Mater Hospital
  • Monday – Friday:

–          8.00am to 4.30 pm

  • Saturday & Sunday:  

–          8.30am to 4.00pm

 

Cloisters Coffee Shop, Mater Hospital ·         Monday – Friday:

–          8.15am – 4.30pm

 

Bracken Bistro, Knockbracken Healthcare Park
  • Monday- Friday:

–          9am to 10.45am

–          12pm to 2.00pm

 

Meadows restaurant, Musgrave Park Hospital ·         Monday – Friday:

–          7.30am – 3.30pm

·         Saturday & Sunday:

–          7.30am – 2.30pm

 

Arches Café, Arches Wellbeing and Treatment Centre  ·         Monday- Thursday:

–          8.15am-3.30pm

·         Friday:

–          8.15am- 2.30pm

Arches Staff Restaurant, Arches Wellbeing and Treatment Centre ·         Monday-Friday:

–          9.30am- 11.00am

–          12.30pm- 2.00pm

Please note: All opening times are subject to change.

 

Other News: Nutritional Standards

The Nutritional Standards for Health and Social Care catering have recently been reviewed and updated to reflect the latest guidance and best practice. These revised standards continue to make healthier choices easier for staff and visitors.

These include:

  • More fruit and vegetables
  • High-fibre and vegetarian options
  • Reduced processed meats and chips
  • Calorie limits for snacks and drinks
  • Healthier vending options

These changes ensure tasty, healthier options are always available as part of delivering quality care to our staff and visitors. By creating a healthier food environment, we’re investing in our wellbeing for a happier, healthier and longer life.

 

Download the revised Nutritional Standards here: Nutritional Standards in Health and Social Care: For staff and visitors across catering facilities including retail outlets and vending.

Or watch our Public Health Dietitians YouTube video explaining the Standards: