9 Best Cocktail Bars In Belfast, Northern Ireland

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Shivam
Shivam 
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Belfast, the largest city and capital of Northern Ireland, is famous for being the birthplace of RMS Titanic. Located on the coast of River Lagan, this shipyard city is one of the most visited in the UK by tourists around the world. You will find many options for luxurious stays and easy transport facilities to roam around. Titanic Belfast and the shipyard have always been great attractions and must-visit places among travellers. However, a trip to Belfast is incomplete without a sip of refreshing and innovative cocktails in the bars here. There are three main reasons to be in town—first is to discover the dark mysterious past of Belfast and Titanic, second is to click selfies in the world of Game of Thrones, and third is to chill out at some of the best cocktail bars in Belfast, UK. Want to know more? Scroll down and pick your favourite!

1. The Tipsy Bird

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This highly rated bar is a delight to both the eyes and ears, along with the tastebuds. Located in the city centre of Belfast, this classy bar not only offers you a variety of cocktails but also lets you feel the music in a comfy environment. The Tipsy Bird is indeed famous for its fantastic concoctions, but its interior décor is just as popular, which is like a bird’s nest.

The Tipsy Bird

Address: 90-100 Ann St, Belfast BT1 3HH, United Kingdom

Website: The Tipsy Bird

Opening hours: Mon - Thu: 5pm - 1am; Fri - Sat: 1pm - 1am; Sun: 1pm - 12am

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2. Babel Belfast


If drinking some organic cocktails under the open sky is what you dream of, then Babel Belfast should make it to your itinerary while in the city. This bar has a living wall with more than 300 shrubs and herbs growing. These freshly grown greens are the main ingredients of the variety of cocktails you read on the menu. Who would have thought that alcoholic drinks can be made even more appealing with the goodness of some organic herbs!

Babel Belfast

Address: 70-74 Ann St, Belfast BT1 4QG, United Kingdom

Website: Babel Belfast

Opening hours: Thu: 3pm - 1am; Fri - Sat: 12pm - 1am; Sun: 12pm - 12am (closed from Mon - Wed)

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3. The Marcus Ward

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Open every day save for Mondays, this cocktail bar is famous for wood-fired pizzas and mixed drinks. If you are a strict vegan, then this place is perfect for you to visit and chill at. Order your favourite pizza and pair it with a fascinating cocktail. Then simply enjoy the relaxing music in this bar and shake off all the worries and tiredness of the day.

The Marcus Ward

Address: 1 Bankmore Square, Belfast BT7 1DH, United Kingdom

Website: The Marcus Ward

Opening hours: Tue - Sat: 12pm - 1am; Sun: 12pm - 12am (closed on Mon)

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4. Gordon Street

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Located in the heart of Cathedral Quarter, this cocktail bar in Belfast is a favorite among the young crowd. It offers the craziest combinations of ingredients to create the most amazing cocktails, all of which can be enjoyed along with light soulful music and a subtle mist in the air. The friendly staff and the playful bar chef all have cheerful smiles and will definitely win your heart. If you are the type of partygoer that prefers a chill place with less crowd, then this spot is perfect for you.

39 Gordon Street

Address: Belfast BT1 2LH, United Kingdom

Website: 39 Gordon Street

Opening hours: Thu - Sun: 2pm - 2am; Mon - Tue: 4pm - 12am (closed on Wed)

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5. Rita's


If a gin cocktail along with some acoustic music and a floor to dance on is what you need for a Friday night out, then Rita’s is the best choice in Belfast. Treat yourself to some tasteful wild cocktails while witnessing the amazing mixing skills and creativity of the bartender. This vintage venue is perfect for hosting private parties on Sundays when the prices are low. Call up some colleagues to join you, so you can all de-stress before the workweek starts again.

Rita's

Address: 44 Franklin St, Belfast BT2 7GE, United Kingdom

Website: Rita’s

Opening hours: Tue - Thu: 5pm - 1am; Fri - Sat: 1pm - 1am; Sun: 5pm - 12am (closed on Mon)

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6. Love & Death

That's a Mount Gay Rum sort of an afternoon.

Posted by Love & Death on Wednesday, 11 March 2020

Just as the name says, you will find this place cosy and dark, with steep stairs leading to a peaceful and pleasant corner where you can enjoy some mind-boggling fruity drinks with your loved ones. Fresh and tasty cocktail variations are available here, which will surely get your tastebuds dancing. This cocktail bar can be a little heavy on your pockets, but the offerings and setting are worth it, especially if you’re celebrating a momentous occasion. It has a changing menu, thus serving you something new every day.

Love & Death

Address: 10A Ann St, Belfast BT1 4EF, United Kingdom

Website: Love & Death

Opening hours: Mon - Thu: 1pm - 1am; Fri - Sun: 1pm - 3am

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7. Revolución de Cuba Belfast

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This Cuban cocktail bar serves freshly prepared delicacies on your platter, which have been prepared with ingredients straight from Cuba, along with a wide variety of the finest rum cocktails and Latin-inspired drinks. You will find lots of innovative drinks on the menu to choose from, which might tempt you to visit this bar frequently. Indeed this is the perfect destination for a Havana-themed night out in Belfast.

Revolución de Cuba Belfast

Address: 25-39 Arthur St, Belfast BT1 5AR, United Kingdom

Website: Revolución de Cuba Belfast

Opening hours: Mon - Fri: 11:30am - 1am; Sat: 11:30am - 1:30am; Sun: 12pm - 12am

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8. Broken Shaker Belfast

Posted by Broken Shaker on Thursday, 2 January 2020

Thirst-quenching summer cocktails or lip-smacking Sunday shaker cocktails—you will be amazed at the variety of refreshing beverages served at Broken Shaker. Tapas, cocktails, and special beer and wine offerings are the attractions here. This bar is for all, the sporty and adventurous or the chill and peace-loving, as it has sour and sweet combinations to suit varied tastes.

Broken Shaker Belfast

Address: 21 Howard St, Belfast BT1 6NB, United Kingdom

Website: Broken Shaker Belfast

Opening hours: Thu - Sun: 5pm - 2am (closed on Mon - Wed)

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9. Blaklist

Posted by Blaklist on Monday, 10 June 2019

From the same owner of Love & Death comes a new experiential bar in town. Blaklist offers unique cocktails and tapas that are entirely made of local ingredients so that you can enjoy the real taste of Belfast. The interiors of this bar are inspired by Barcelona and also feature a Venetian touch. This customer-centric bar is a perfect place to hang out with friends and colleagues.

Blaklist

Address: 2 Little Donegall St, Belfast BT1 2JD, United Kingdom

Website: Blaklist

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10. Santeria Belfast


The menu here includes everything from the strangest cocktail combinations to quirky coffee mugs. Every day you will find a different music genre playing in the background to give you a unique encounter every time you visit. You will also find fun celebrations at this bar, like Margarita Day and Cocktail Fest, which further enhance your experience of the awesome cocktail offerings. Invite some friends along and have a party that all of you won’t soon forget.

Santeria Belfast

Address: 19 Fountain St, Belfast BT1 5EA, United Kingdom

Website: Santeria Belfast

Opening hours: Mon - Sat: 11:30am: 1am; Sun: 12pm - 12am

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Have a fun-filled vacation in Belfast

With this list of the top cocktail bars in Belfast, your enjoyment and fun in the city are definitely guaranteed. In addition, local attractions and must-visit places abound to keep you occupied throughout your holiday. So after a tiring day of roaming around and adventuring in this shipyard city, it is obvious that grabbing a colourful cocktail is the right thing to do for you to relax.

Any must-sees we missed? Tell us about them in the comments section or write a post here to help out fellow travelers!
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Hi, my name is Shivam Pandey, and I’m a certified freelance content writer from New Delhi, India. I specialize in writing on travel, technology, lifestyle, etc.

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