Hendrix strikes a new chord for pizza scene pioneers

Two of Belfast’s pizza scene pioneers are celebrating a hugely successful first month in business following a £100K investment in their latest restaurant.

Stephen Toney and Kristian Nicolo opened the 108-seater Hendrix Restaurant in Stranmillis in August, creating 25 and serving modern temporary cuisine including tasty tapas dishes from around the world.

The fully licensed venue brings a new and modern vibe to the student-led area and marks a culinary change of direction for Stephen and Kristian, the founders and directors of the popular Nico’s Pizzeria on the Lisburn Road and Nico’s Pizza Pasta takeaway on Sunnyside Street.

Speaking on their first month in business, Stephen Toney said, “We are delighted with how Hendrix is being received by the people of Belfast and even across the country. We were confident we had a recipe for success; however, the response has exceeded our expectations. Many of our loyal customers of Nico’s customers have continued to support us with Hendrix, and it has been great to welcome a new clientele in a new area. We are nearby to the famous Lyric Theatre and we are seeing crowds gravitate towards Hendrix for their pre-thatre destination of choice. It’s great to get to meet so many new faces coming to experience what we have created here.”

Head Chef and Co-Owner Kristian Nicolo added: “The feedback has been fantastic already and we’re only getting started! We have found it very interesting seeing what dishes are popular and what our customers are raving about. Our Birra Beef slow-cooked tacos have proved to be a big hit so far, followed by our Salt and Chilli Chicken Tapas dish and all of our pasta dishes. We guarantee that when you come visit us at Hendrix you will be served amazing food in a fun and upbeat atmosphere, with amazing service to top it off.”