The Oaks Bar & Restaurant

12/08/2026

Could I please ask any locals to please follow the link and sign this petition asking to install road safety measures in Darragh Cross to keep everyone safe!
https://c.org/MRSSDcKRbV

10/08/2026

Get your hats 🤠on and your boots👢 shined!! And come on down!

🌞🎉 Darragh Cross Summer Festival 2026 is almost here🎉🌞

📅 Saturday 15th August

Get ready for a fantastic day of family fun, games, music and entertainment for all ages!

⚽ 12pm – 2pm | GAA Pitch
Bring the whole family along for:
🎯 Inflatable Football
🎯 Darts & X Throw
⚽ Penalty Shoot-Out
🏐 Dodgeball
💪 Tug-of-War
😂 Splat the Adults
🌈 Children’s Colour Run (wear a white T-shirt and sunglasses if you can – limited sunglasses available on the day!)
🧸 Toddlers Play Area

💃 2:30pm – 4:30pm | The Oaks Bar Outdoor Garden
🎶 Kids Disco
🍔 Food specials available to purchase

🤠 From 9:30pm | The Oaks Bar & Restaurant
🌵 Country Hoedown Party
👢 Fancy Dress Spot Prizes – so dust off your cowboy hats and boots!

Whether you’re joining us for the Colour Run, cheering on the tug-of-war, dancing at the kids’ disco or partying into the night, there’s something for everyone.

Invite your family and friends, share this post, and let’s make the Darragh Cross Community Association Summer Festival 2026 one to remember!

🌞🎉

05/08/2026

Join our Team at The Oaks Bar and Restaurant!

Are you an experienced chef who loves creating exceptional food in a vibrant atmosphere?

The Oaks Bar and Restaurant is seeking a passionate Chef to work with our head chef, driving our high-quality gastro-pub menu, family-friendly dining, and exciting weekly specials.

The Role/ Hours:

👉40 hours per week.
👉Schedule: Thursday to Sunday
(Monday to Wednesday off).
👉holidays: Closed Christmas Day and Boxing Day.

What We Are Looking For
👉Proven experience in a fast-paced gastro-pub kitchen. Skill to design and execute creative weekly specials.
👉Ability to deliver high-quality, family-friendly menus.
👉Strict adherence to food safety and hygiene regulations.

What We Offer
👍Competitive salary based on your experience
👍Excellent work-life balance with a 4-day week.
👍Creative freedom to shape our weekly specials
👍Fun, supportive, and energetic working environment.

How to Apply
Please send your CV to
[email protected]

5 Darragh Cross, Saintfield, BT24 7EQ.

23/07/2026

We are Hiring!!

09/05/2026

Have you tried The Oaks Chicken Quesadillas?

27/04/2026

Join the Team at The Oaks! 🍽️

Are you a people person with a passion for great service?
We’re looking for friendly, energetic Waiting Staff to join our front-of-house team.
we’d love to hear from you!❣️

The Details:

Hours: 12-16 hours per week (flexable Thursday- Sunday).

What You’ll Do:

Greet guests with a smile and show them to their tables.

Take orders and serve delicious food and drinks.

Keep the dining area tidy and welcoming.

Work closely with the kitchen team to ensure a smooth service.

What We’re Looking For:

A positive, "can-do" attitude.

The ability to stay calm and fast on your feet during busy shifts.

Excellent communication skills.

Reliability and a team-player mindset.

Perks:

Flexible scheduling.

Free staff meals on shift.

Share of Tips

Ready to apply?
Pop over a message on any of our socials
or
Drop your CV into the restaurant
or
email it to [email protected]

07/04/2026

We are absolutely heartbroken to hear about Fionn. There are no words for a tragedy like this, but please know Leanne and Lucy May, we are holding you so close in our hearts.

Words feel so small right now, but please know the whole team is mourning with you. We are here for whatever you need, now and in the days ahead.💔

03/04/2026

Easter Sunday at The Oaks

Food served all day!
Live Music all evening!
Dont miss it!

028 975 19167