Historical Hostelries

Morning Star With many pubs and taverns dating back to the 17th Century history resonates through the hostelries of Belfast. Some of them have been lost down through the years, but fortunately for visitors and locals alike, a significant number of Belfast’s historic pubs still exist today and they continue to serve a thirsty public. Many of the oldest pubs are located in the old ‘entries’ of Belfast with names like Sugarhouse and Winecellar, Joy’s and Pottinger’s; these were the original narrow old-town by ways. Bittle’s Bar, a fascinating pub with a literary theme is housed in a curious triangular building, decorated with gilded shamrocks and dates back to 1861.

On Great Victoria Street The Crown Liquor Saloon, the only pub owned by the National Trust, is a unique Victorian gin palace enhanced by its scalloped gas lights, gleaming brasswork and a fine long bar inlaid with coloured glass. A favourite of journalists and newspaper workers The Front Page was built in 1910. While the The Garrick, close to the Courts is favoured by the legal fraternity and is a cosy hostelry built in what was once the bohemian ‘Soho’ of old Belfast. As the city's oldest building with a grade A listing McHugh’s is a location with a rich and colourful past dating back more than 300 years. Located in Pottinger’s Entry The Morning Star is one of Belfast's oldest pubs. Whites Tavern was founded in 1630 as a wine and spirit shop; it retains the spirit of a by-gone age.

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The Pavilion has 3 diverse bars. The Public bar on the ground floor has recently been returned to its original Victorian splendor, bar food’s served until 9pm daily and HD TV give the best sports coverage in the city. The Middle bar hosts intimate live gigs and clubs, and on the top floor pool tables are available every day.

The Pavilion Bar, 296 Ormeau Road,
BELFAST, BT7 2GD
Tel: +44 (0) 28 9028 3283 Email Website
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A converted church in the heart of Belfast, boasting the city's most diverse offering of entertainment. Regular gigs include the Comedy Club, Blues Club and Supper Club.

40 – 42 Botanic Avenue,
BELFAST, BT7 1JQ
Tel: +44 (0) 28 9032 8110 Email Website
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This traditional Irish Bar has recently been restored to its former glory, with original bar fixtures, ornate ceilings and lavish craftsmanship carried out by the same craftsmen who worked on RMS Titanic.

130 Ormeau Road,
BELFAST, BT7 2EB
Tel: +44 (0) 28 9043 8764 Fax: +44 (0) 28 9023 8825
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This traditional Belfast bar, with its marble counter, high ceiling and open fire, is in the heart of Belfast's Cathedral Quarter. Established on a policy of no Television, Jukebox or gaming machines, it's clientele includes artists, journalists, trade unionists and writers. The John Hewitt’s lunchtime menu is featured in The Bridgestone Foodlovers Guide To Ireland .

51 Donegall Street,
BELFAST, BT9 6AT
Tel: +44 (0) 28 9023 3768 Fax: +44 (0) 29 9096 1110 Email Website
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McHugh`s Bar and Restaurant has the unique distinction of being the oldest building in Belfast, dating back to its establishment in 1711. McHughs boasts a 100-seater restaurant, a basement bar offering live entertainment and the main bar, providing enough space and atmosphere for a great night out.

29-31 Queen’s Square,
BELFAST, BT36 5DG
Tel: +44 (0) 28 9050 9999 Fax: +44 (0) 28 9050 9998 Email Website
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Robinsons is one of Belfast's longest established bars and provides great choice for your night out with 4 venues under one roof.  Relax and enjoy the chat in the saloon bar before tapping your feet in Fibbers, or chill out in BT1 before working up a frenzie in Mezza(nine) nightclub.

38 - 42 Great Victoria Street,
BELFAST, BT2 7BA
Tel: +44 (0) 28 9024 7447 Email Website
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A working brewery with a Licensed Restaurant in a beautiful and historic Georgian setting at Hilden House, located in the village of Hilden just off the main Belfast/Lisburn Road. The Tap Room is a unique venue for any event from Barbeques to Formal Dining.

Hilden Brewery, Grand Street,
LISBURN, Co. Antrim, BT27 4TY
Tel: +44 (0) 28 9266 3863 Email Website
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The Kitchen Bar is one of the most historical pubs in Belfast, dating back to 1859. Relocated just around the corner from its original site, it retains all the charm and charisma that visitors experienced at its original location with the well-regarded view of being the friendliest bar in all of Belfast!

1 Victoria Square,
BELFAST, BT1 4QG
Tel: +44 (0) 28 9032 4901 Fax: +44 (0) 28 9024 5268 Email Website
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The Morning Star was originally a coaching house for the Belfast-Dublin mail coach. Now a place to relax and imbibe it also offers quality traditional food, specialising in fresh fish and steaks.

17 - 19 Pottinger's Entry,
BELFAST, BT1 4DT
Tel: +44 (0) 28 9032 3976 Email Website
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Ronnie Drew's is a traditional Irish bar located on May Street, adjacent to St George's Market and close to both central station and Belfast City Centre.

79 - 83 May Street,
BELFAST, BT1 3JL
Tel: +44 (0) 28 9024 2046
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