Rain City, Belfast

It was all over in 36 minutes. (story of my life...) Arrived just before 930pm and was greeted by a friendly waitress. "when do you close?" "abite neoow". Hmmm. Caesar Salad (small) was £5-50, Slow roasted Lamb shank was £12-50, Glass of Red wine was £3-50 {I can always have 2 glasses instead of paying £10-00 for a half bottle}. Asked for it all together but was stunned to find 3 minutes later that there it was! Organic carrots and parsnips - must be organic as they didn't peel them; champ (or maybe mash with spring onions in it) and jus of red wine. Small portions verging on cuisine nouvelle. Caesar salad very disappointing. Large leaves, grated not shaved parmesan; insipid dressing, a few extra olives but little taste. Took so little time that I couldn't justify asking for a second glass of red wine. In 36 minutes I had eaten, paid the bill and was leaving Rain City. Paul Rankin may have a good name but Rain City was just another stop on the long road of average restaurants.