The Albany never fails to impress - five stars from me. The food is fabulous, service is great and…read morethe surroundings are beautiful with a lovely atmosphere! Also, the cocktails are absolutely amazing!

On a rainy Sunday, there's nothing better than feeding yourself up with a hearty roast dinner. The…read moredestination of choice was The Albany. The Albany is 1920's chic and has a Great Gatsby feeling to it. This elegance creates a perfect environment to kick back and relax in style. One thing to note is that you have to be wait to be seated when you enter, even if it looks empty, wait for the smartly dressed staff to guide you to your table. One thing that will stick in my mind about The Albany is the tiny tables and the giant glasses. Let me explain, the table we were seated at was incredibly small and we had a lot on out table. Secondly the Bellini's are served in the tallest, most classy flutes you will have ever seen. The food was excellent - we both opted for Sunday dinners, one chicken and one beef and our plates were clean at the end of the meal - if that's not a sign of a good meal I don't know what is?! I'd say The Albany is a treat destination, if you visit too regularly it won't be as special - so get out your glad rags and get down to The Albany.

Wow! I'm blown away from the interior design! It's a great getaway from the realty of the world…read morehere! Grand live music with refined cocktails! I felt like I was in a mythical bar and a bird's creation! Awesome concept and bar! Recommend to check out and enjoy here!

Nice little pub in Ireland with live music and drinks. They serve dinner but we didn't eat…read more Seating available for drinks only. But a little tight. Fun atmosphere and friendly staff.

After attending the football last week we fancied a post match pint so we headed for Cuckoo, I had…read morebeen in before but my memories are slightly hazy, not sure why?! Anyway, as expected after the match it was pretty busy but we managed to get in and grab a few pints. One thing I noticed was the great selection of beers on draft. Clonmel, Heverlee and a few other newbies dominated the pumps. Nice to see! We got served quickly as there were a lot of staff on! The decor is ok, it's quite dark, more like a nightclub than a pub and is littered with nostalgic references to the 90's. There's almost a 'dirty element to Cuckoo - not saying it's unclean but it feels like the sort of place you could go and get plastered and you wouldn't feel out place. Maybe that's why it's popular with the Belfast student population. We only stayed for one pint and then left, A-OK in my book!

Cuckoo can have my first born child i love cuckoo. Owner of cuckoo hmu bruh u getting that sloppy…read morefr man i luv u bby

Burgers are ubiquitous and far too common in the US, but that doesn't mean it's where you…read morenecessarily come across the best. I've had my fair share of memorable burgers from coast to coast in America, but just glancing at a picture of the beef shin burger transports me back across the pond to the Barking Dog. I remember the few days I spent in Belfast fondly and of the many memories, my meal at the Barking Dog was a definite highlight. In a rather quaint and charming neighborhood, I took a nice short stroll from my Airbnb and came across this gem of an establishment and decided I had to check it out. I had a nice beer to start, and it wasn't a Guinness because stouts aren't my thing, but whatever it was I remember it being excellent and local. Undoubtedly you could make this place a regular haunt and there is no shortage of drinks and food options to make this a go-to for a date, celebration, or a quick meal. The staff are welcoming, kind, and helpful and the general atmosphere is chill. The food for me was ethereal - a burger isn't just a burger here and what you get when you bite into the beef shin burger is a little slice of Heaven. Moist and tender are a given but the taste is just so divine with the caramelized onion, cheddar, and horseradish mayo melding into an union of perfection. It's hard not to describe one of the most memorable meals of my life in such hyperbole but the vivid recall I have of this particular place is uncanny and merits all the praise I can heap upon the fine folks that run the place. If timing had worked out, I would have eaten as meals here as I could have but I'll thank my lucky stars for at least giving me one opportunity to eat such a wonderful burger at such a wonderful eatery. A+ and a definite must when visiting Belfast.

Party of five in Belfast for the Irish world dance competition what a wonderful evening!! On a…read moreSunday for dinner we could not connect on the phone for reservations and the owner was very accommodating and we got a table within 45 minutes!! We started with toppers which were fabulous and moved on to the Schinberger, roasted chicken, and ravioli all absolutely wonderful!! Where is waitresses were very attentive and do not ever skip the espresso crème brûlée it is to die for!!

This place is very nice and has a good rooftop to get some drinks. Reservations required for the…read moretables but walk ins allowed to sit at the bar. We got the Jug, it was good but didn't have much alcohol in it. We also got the lemon meringue and watermelon sugar drink which were VERY good. Definitely a cool place for cocktails, recommend NOT getting the jug though.

My wife and I would be in Belfast for the night, so finding some cool bars to enjoy a drink in the…read morecenter of town was on our list of things to do. Through Yelp, I had heard about The Perch that from the pictures looked like a cool place to grab a drink. Little did I realize how cool the bar really is when we made our way down this side street and discovered the entrance. The outdoor rooftop bar is located on the fifth floor in the historic Linen Quarter, which can be accessed through a series of twisting and turning hallways before reaching an old school sliding door lift, which one of the door people take you up. Upon reaching the rooftop, you certainly understand why the owners call the bar "The Perch" because it feels like a bird perch between the various bird perches hung over the bar and the overall decor that has an open-air approach, combined with both a 19th Century steampunk meets polynesian feel. Unlike most bars, The Perch only has in stock a few spirits on the shelves (whether this is due to the pandemic or the actual intent). But from my observation, there seems to be a purpose for this as they focus on making a handful of cocktails -- and making them well, they do. The Brambles was my favorite cocktail that was refreshing and delicious, while the Aperol Springs was tasty but strong. But having a couple of delightful drinks but us to a place of spiritual purity and understanding. Highly recommended if you're in town and looking for a cool and chill bar with a sweet ambiance and funky way to enter.

I booked a late reservation here at the Muddler's Club. I came solo and got dropped off by a taxi…read more I got a little lost while trying to find the restaurant. It's pretty hidden in the alley and not going to lie...coming to a new city, let alone a new country by myself was a bit intimidating, but I found it just in time for my reservation. I absolutely loved my first Michelin Star restaurant experience. I was born in Belfast, and have never been back since I was born, so I enjoyed every opportunity to tell a server. The staff was so friendly and described every dish. I ordered the Seasonal Tasting MenuEach dish was excellent. My favorite was probably the duck and the savory mousse pastries. Food in order of serving: 1. Sourdough Guinness bread with vanilla butter and olive oil 2. Olive sponge crab and apple, chicken and caramel with some type of mousse 3. Scallops, cucumber frothy brown butter 4. Bluefin tuna tartare with avocado and heirloom tomato 5. Halibut with crispy chicken skin 6. Duck 7. Sorbet and then....my phone died before I could write down the other yummy dishes I ate! The ambience was dark, romantic, and vibey. A little mysterious because of the hidden aspect, but overall I loved my whole experience here.

My weekday dinner at Muddler's Club seemed a bit directionless…read more The food is excellent, taste, flavor combinations and présentation. That is not the concern. The space itself has a very long and interesting history, just over 40 seats have been cramped into that space. A couple tables have small glass walls to separate them and squeeze in more diners. And it's pretty loud. So loud, I can barely hear the sommelier describe her wines. There may have been music playing... but who can hear? There seems to be an attempt to elevate the bartender over the sommelier, with the menu encouraging the guests to try specialty cocktails instead of selecting whole bottles of wine. And the bartender's constant ice shaker only adds to the noise. The service is very relaxed, with servers in t-shirts and jeans, sneakers, paper napkins. And the servers seemed a bit inattentive, watching the chefs through the pass, not paying attention to guests' needs. Oh, and the server even wrote "thank you" on the printed bill... How kind. Excellent Flair. Pure Chotchkie's. For the food, I'll return. 2025 04 16. M1. 235.

Fantastic cocktails, great atmosphere, and if you can grab a seat you can dance to the great music…read morethey have playing all night. The service is a bit slow so if you want more than one drink you'll have to budget some extra time, but if you have no place to be then enjoy!

I think Daniel S hit the nail on the head when he said, 'if Hollister did bars' As he mentioned…read moreit's very dark but it's also atmospheric. For me the darkness adds to the smoking club feeling of Ritas, it kind of feels underground. The decor is definitely vintage with a geisha feel, there's loads of hanging Japanese umbrellas and framed geisha girls. The seating is extremely comfortable, if you get plonked in one of their huge, velvet armchairs that might be you settled for the night. For me, the most impressive thing about Ritas is the cocktails and the staff. I actually commented on Saturday evening that no matter how busy the bar is the staff put the same care and detail in to their creations. I say 'creations' because these really are works of art. I ordered a French Martini for Stacey K and the mixologist seemed to be completely zoned in on making the drink, it was almost as if the 30 other people clambering over the bar didn't exist. I love this attention to detail. They serve a good range of beers as well as having an extensive cocktail list. Blue Moon on tap is always a winner for me. The Linen Quarter is absolutely thriving and in truth it's down to the swanky elegance of Ritas, The Perch and Sweet Afton. I've been to each of these bars a good few times and never once have I experienced any sort of drunken trouble. There's a relaxing atmosphere in all these bars and I really think they highlight the new booming, bussling, vibrant Belfast.

Ok so I'm biased towards the Chelsea!…read more This is my local and you will find me here almost every Friday after work. Since the Chelsea was redone it has been the staff that keep me coming back as I'm not a huge fan of the new bar. The drinks are not the cheapest but again because the service is so good and always welcoming I would recommend everyone giving it a try. This is a great place to start your night and then head into Belfast or have a nice quiet night with the little lady.

The Chelesa's seafood chowder is incredible - the portions are huge and the flavours are just as…read morebig. The drinks selection is great - the wine and cocktail lists are some of the best in the City.

Having been a few times now (mainly during the week) I've love it. The floating bar has a range of…read morebrilliant guest ales that have all been very impressive, if a little pricey. Each time we've been its been for the sharing platter which has a range of chicken wings and other goodies that have impressed each time. The service has always been fast and efficient and done with a friendly and welcoming demeanour, so all in all this has become a bit of a favourite venue

Great selection of beers (and can do flights). I tried the sour, it wasn't super sour, but it was…read moregood. Also great choices for food, lots of vegetarian and vegan options. I did the vegan platter so I could try the sweet & sour chikun, salt & pepper tofu, Buffalo cauliflower, guacamole...there even a few other things on it I can't recall now. But it was all delicious and enough for two or more people to share, I had to take a bunch with me and it was my dinner the next night as well! The vibe was great, very cozy and inviting, and the service was excellent. Definitely recommend and would go back.

We were in early for a before-dinner drink and it was quiet. Friendly waiter, delicious cocktails,…read morenice ambience. I loved my mezcal cocktail (something with Beet in the name).

Small, cosy cocktail bar specialising in Latin American themed drinks. Offers an extensive, unique…read moremenu of cocktails, many of which are tequila, pisco and rum based. My favourites so far are the Margarita (absolute perfection), Columbian Magic (rich coffee, rum, sherry, pomegranate, molasses and chocolate - miles better than your average espresso martini) and the Rainfall (a fresh, herbal, gin-based, breath of fresh air). Ambience is warm and welcoming with lively Latin music playing. Bouncer was pleasant and helpful - even helping us find seats inside, as it was very busy. The two Bar Men were excellent, both extremely knowledgeable and friendly. Liquor XXX is a pleasure to visit. It's currently knocking the socks off any other cocktail bar in Belfast - all thanks to the lovely, exceptionally talented, creative cocktail geniuses who work behind the bar. Have visited twice already this week and will definitely be back. Bravo guys!