Go Sun

Business Details

50+ Years

experience

Award-Winning Chinese Restaurant in Ballymena

Established in 1966, Go Sun Chinese Restaurant has been serving the Ballymena community for 59 years, earning recognition as the Best Eating Establishment in Ballymena in 2013, 2016, and 2018. Our restaurant combines decades of culinary expertise with a commitment to quality, offering an extensive menu featuring traditional Chinese dishes alongside modern creations like Heung's Seabass and Chicken Rendang. We maintain a stylish, wheelchair-friendly environment with a well-stocked bar boasting over 150 whiskies and 40 international gins.

Our team, led by experienced chefs Stephen and Heung, prioritises customer satisfaction through attentive service and continuous improvement of our offerings. We actively seek feedback to ensure every visit meets our high standards, supported by our central location near The Braid Art Centre and convenient parking options.

Services

Chinese Restaurant Lunch Menu Early Bird Menu Sunday Dinner Drinks Menu

Details

Year established: 1966

Highlights and features

We have over 59 years of experience as Northern Ireland's oldest Chinese restaurant
Awarded Best Eating Establishment in Ballymena three times by local business awards
Offer extensive drinks selection with 150+ whiskies and 40+ international gins
Maintain wheelchair-friendly premises with accessible facilities
Feature diverse menus including lunch, early bird, and special event options

Associations and certifications

Ballymena Business Excellence Awards

What people say

Best Eating Establishment 150+ whiskies Chicken Rendang Spacious venue Dinner and Show

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Services

Chinese Restaurant

Go Sun provides authentic Chinese cuisine in a stylish setting. Our menu features traditional dishes alongside modern creations like Heung's Seabass and Chicken Rendang. With 59 years of culinary expertise, we cater to diverse tastes through lunch, early bird, and Sunday dinner options while maintaining wheelchair accessibility.

Lunch Menu

Our lunch menu offers a comprehensive selection of Chinese dishes at reasonable prices. Available Monday to Friday, it includes classic starters, main courses, and desserts. The menu forms part of our broader dining options that have earned multiple local awards since 2012.

Early Bird Menu

The early bird menu provides discounted dining options during specified evening hours. This service complements our regular offerings while maintaining the quality standards that have made us a local favourite since 1966. Booking is recommended at weekends.

Drinks Menu

Our drinks menu features over 150 whiskies from Ireland, England, Japan, and Scotland, plus 40 international gins. The extensive bar selection includes signature cocktails that pair perfectly with our Chinese cuisine. Regular whiskey tasting events enhance the drinking experience.

Sunday Dinner

Sunday evening dinner service offers special menu options distinct from our regular offerings. This service operates alongside our standard menus except during holiday periods. The restaurant's central location makes it ideal for combining meals with cultural events at The Braid.

People

Stephen

Head Chef

Stephen leads our kitchen team with extensive experience in Chinese cuisine. He collaborates with Heung to develop signature dishes like Chicken Rendang, ensuring consistent quality across all menu offerings.

Heung

Chef

Heung contributes culinary expertise to our menu development, creating signature dishes such as Heung's Seabass. His cooking techniques enhance the authenticity and quality of our Chinese cuisine offerings.

Questions

What are your opening hours?

We operate regular restaurant hours seven days a week. Weekend bookings are recommended. Specific timings vary - please contact us directly for current schedule details.

Do you offer special dietary options?

Our diverse menus include various options catering to different dietary preferences. Please inform staff of specific requirements when ordering and we will accommodate where possible.

Can I book for large groups?

The restaurant's spacious layout accommodates group bookings. We recommend contacting us in advance to ensure appropriate table reservations and service arrangements.

Are there parking facilities?

Ample on and off-street parking is available near our Bridge Street location, providing convenient access for customers visiting our central Ballymena establishment.

Do you host private events?

The venue can be arranged for private functions. Our whiskey tasting events and special menus create ideal settings for unique dining experiences. Contact us for event planning details.

What awards have you won?

Recognised as Ballymena's Best Eating Establishment in 2013, 2016, and 2018, with finalist positions in 2012, 2014, 2015, and 2017 through the Ballymena Business Excellence Awards.

Reviews (5)

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Tobias Waring

Jan 16, 2022 Report

EDIT to my original review below. Customer service reached out to me after I made the post below and explained that they are expiring some shipping delays, they also explained that they have been bombarded with requests and customer emails, so it was taking longer than expected to respond. I appreciate the follow up and effort from GoSun, but there is still lots of room improvement. I hope they can do better and treat their customers with a little more urgency especially after after spending a few $ thousand with them. I ordered a Power 110 power bank over thanksgiving and am still really looking

William Cannady

Sep 22, 2020 Report

During these days when so many companies are selling just on an ecommerce site, its often hard to know if there are any humans really working at the company. I have found Gosun to be one of the exceptions. When I had a question about one of their products, they were extremely patient with my questions, and helped me make my decision. Now that I have the solar kitchen, I am so happy I did. When the power went out recently, I was still able to cook, and charge my phone!

Geena Dax

Sep 03, 2020 Report

I ordered an oven direct from the company. I am leaving a review here because I can not reach them via email or phone.
Jan 2, 2021 - Ordered online
Jan 2, 2021 - My account charged
Jan 4, 2021 -Received email stating there would be slight delay in shipment.
Jan 7, 2021 - Received email it had shipped
Jan 13, 2021 - It arrived via UPS. I registered it on their website to activate warranty (no confirmation they received the registration
Jan 14, 2021 - Sent them an email asking for a receipt (never got an email receipt or paper one in the box), confirmation of registration, and a general question

Megan Height

Aug 08, 2020 Report

What an amazing product. The solar cooker is the PERFECT way for a family to bond during these strange times. My 6 year old loves cooking this way because it feels like science and cooks really quickly. And, my 3 year old likes the "glamping" trips we do in our backyard where we cook dinner on the Go Sun cooker and then set up a pop-up tent on the trampoline and camp outside in the safe, bug-free trampoline tent and fall asleep to projected movies on the side of the shed and the stars. It's like quarantine without the cabin fever.

Akaash Joshi

Jun 27, 2020 Report

I really love the Go Sun Chill and the Go Sun Sport that I brought, they are both amazing products and I couldn't recommend them highly enough. The Chill is an unbelievable cooler, it is easy to transport, and it has a really great battery life overall. Not to mention, the coolers temperature control feature is amazing! I can choose whether I'd like my drinks ice cold or room temperature at any given time. It's perfect for the summer! The Sport (Solar Oven) is really awesome too, I have been using it this whole summer as a pose to the regular BBQ, this is such an easy way to cook food, even in