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Ritas

4.5 (15 reviews)
PriceyCocktail Bars
Closed • 5:00 pm - 1:00 am (Next day)

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RITAS ATMOSPHERE

What's the vibe?
Classy
Good for dancing
Good for groups

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Tyler L.

Looking for a little taste of the grand ole days with some nice cocktails? Rita's ha a great atmosphere with big comfy couches and even a fireplace near the huge bar. Drinks are crafted rather than made and can take a while but the results are excellent. Each drink was well balanced without too much bite, but just enough to not feel gyped. Prices are a little steep for the sizes, but you are paying for the atmosphere and quality.

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Jules S.

The guys from Shiro have expanded again, taking over the space that used to be Bar Bacca and turning it into Ritas. In fairness they haven't done much apart from a bit of a paint job and some carpet. It feels a little like a posh hotel lobby bar, whether you see that as a pro or a con is up to you ;-). The theme is geisha and gin by the looks of things, with a massive list of gins available. They also have a pretty extensive cocktail list, but be warned, you'll need a stiff drink to cope with how much it'll cost you. There is table service which is a nice touch, but I didn't think there was much need in this age of modern feminism to have girls in nightgowns with heels and half their bottoms hanging out passing round fish cakes, but perhaps that's just me..

Knee swizzler at Ritas
Clare P.

After being in the perch we decided to head into Ritas and we were not disappointed. The staff are very friendly and helpful. First cocktail i had was the knee swizzler; nice and refreshing and way to easy to drink. We then asked for a spicy cocktail and although it wasn't on the menu the barman came up with a great concoction 'el diablo'. They came back to check that we were happy with the drinks and seemed very knowledgeable in their field. Lovely atmosphere and a cracking playlist in the background.

Monkey 47 gin
Holly M.

Myself 3 others arrived in Rita's one Thursday evening after dinner near by.. The decor was lush..all red & velvet with dimmed lights & candles!! We got a seat the place was virtually empty but it was results night for a levels so we could hear a crowd outside queueing for China White.. We went over & sat by the window as it was an unusually warm evening in Belfast..this was nice as it was cool & we could people watch. The bar tender came over with drinks menus & asked us if we had any questions..he recommended the gins! Happy days..we all had a notion for a wee gin! My mother was drinking so they made her a coffee - she claims it was "divine" (unheard of for mummy Gemma but she would have loved a wee bita cake on the side!!!) So..the gins - the bar tender came over again & so we ordered; three of the Monkey 47's with soda water, a cocktail & the coffee. He explained about the particular gin & gave us a bit of background to the interior design of the place! The gins were amazing.. They came in large stem glasses which is always nice.. But my auntie really didn't like her cocktail, there was a flavour off it that she really didn't like..the bar man noticed she hadn't drank much of it & she explained..he then offered to make her something else to replace. We thought this was very nice & so she had a gin. All round lovely spot but would like to come back at the weekend with the girls..

There last night for a few pre dinner drinks fab gin selection!! If ur a G&T drinker it's a definite go to! All served in big balloon glasses, loads of ice.

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Great casual spot for a cocktail with creative, tastefully crafted drinks and a laid back crowd and a classic feel

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Really great spot for cocktails. Friday nights they have live acoustic music and the duo is awesome.

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Muriel's

Muriel's

4.4(53 reviews)
0.4 mi•City Centre
•££

It was our first time in Belfast and decided to do our own pub crawl (especially if you have too…read moremany beers). Luckily we were not driving so Muriel's was our second stop. Since we had already had lunch we sat at the bar for a beer. We were greeted by a nice bartender. We told her we were looking for either a beer or cider. There are a few tables outside to enjoy the weather and a few tables inside. The bar area downstairs is small with quite a sizable collection of bras hanging from the ceiling. We ordered a Hilden Belfast Blonde and a Small Axe Session IPA. It wasn't super busy so talked to the bartender about travel. As another bartender walked in we also discussed beer and cocktails. He told us that flavored Gins were popular. He let us smell a few of the popular ones since we are not big gin drinkers. Decided to stop in the ladies room before leaving and found an interesting group of old photos while there. We didn't try any food but loved the beer and cocktail options and really enjoyed talking to both the bartenders. Stop by and check it out.

It's a cute cafe and bar in downtown Belfast. The gin selection is good but wouldnt say it was…read moreamazing and the cocktails didnt necessarily highlight the gins given the amount of sugar and other ingredients in them. I think they may have had gin flights but we didnt see anything about that. They get their food from next door (burgers and tacos) which is fine and perfectly acceptable.

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Muriel's - Muriel's (exterior)

Muriel's (exterior)

Muriel's - Prosecco is great here as well as gin :-)

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Prosecco is great here as well as gin :-)

Revolución de Cuba - Belfast - Design of restaurant inside

Revolución de Cuba - Belfast

3.3(10 reviews)
0.3 mi•City Centre
•£££

The Revolucion de Cuba has arrived in Belfast with a bang!!!! This is number 15 in the UK and the…read morefirst on the island of Ireland. Revolucion de Cuba first started out around 2011 so is relatively new but is right up there with its compatriots!!! It's home is in the premises previously occupied by Cafe Vaudeville and let me tell you it is totally different!! It's very relaxed, bright and has a definite holiday/relaxed feeling about it. It's been dubbed as the Cuban Cocktail Rum Bar and Tapas Restaurant. I was excited to sample the non alcoholic cocktails and the tapas and a main course with my youngest daughter!! The menu is as authentic as one would get in Cuba/ a Latin American country. All ingredients (meat/veg) are sourced locally and freshly made not from frozen. David the General Manager (and long time friend) explained to me the ethos behind the concept and his meticulous selection process (which included many phone/Skype and personal interviews). He was explaining that the idea was to have a relaxed entertainment experience which includes drinks, food and dancing. The drinks include alcoholic and non alcoholic cocktails, 60 different rums and a fully stocked bar. There are also cocktail master classes. The food has a very relaxed dining feel to it and the kitchen is called the Cantina. The main attraction is the freshly made Tapas, large plates, burgers, burritos and sandwiches along with sides and of course tacos. Before our lunch we were treated to moctails of lavender lemonade (daughter) and Shy Mai Tai (me). Both were tasty and refreshing and went well with the complimentary nachos.We shared a selection of Tapas being: Pork belly skewers, roasted chorizo, honey and lime chicken skewers, mojito prawns and skinny fries. They were all delicious-you have to try them!! The rum sauce adds a sweetish kick to the Tapas. We then shared a Cuban BBQ glazed chicken served with skinny fries (ours had manchego cheese-yum) chargrilled corn and a salad garnish. The chicken was succulent and the glaze and spices were superb. The corn exhibited a lovely charred taste and the manchego fries were a rather good twist on cheesy chips!! Now I normally don't like food served on a wooden platter but this actually worked very well as it's a relaxed, holiday like setting. Top marks for the food and service. My daughter polished off her ice cream. The entertainment will include music 7 days a week with a DJ (stage at front) on Friday, Saturday and Sunday with live music (band on Mezzanine floor) to closing. The hours are 11.30-22.00 Monday through Saturday for food and slightly later opening on Sunday. There will be music until closing at 1am (12 Sunday). There is a happy hour from 5-7 Monday through Friday which is 241 cocktails and on Sunday it's all day 241 cocktails. The restaurant can seat 134 diners and the venue has capacity for 800 persons. This is the hottest place in town and on Friday 28th the Official Launch party kicks off at 5pm. If you have a ticket you can get a free Daiquiri from the fountain-I've got my ticket!!! All 1000 tickets were snapped up in two days!! Belfast welcomes Revolucion de Cuba!!!

Cuba in Ireland! The place itself is beautiful, I'm not sure what it was previously, maybe a…read morechurch? We came in on a whim and learned it was happy hour which meant buy one get one free drinks. The drinks were delicious! We opted for tapas which was good and just enough for an afternoon snack. Sitting at the bar, the service was great and they even had live music which was a nice touch.

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Revolución de Cuba - Belfast - A picture of the beautiful decor

A picture of the beautiful decor

Revolución de Cuba - Belfast - Tapas Quesadillas, tacos, calamari

Tapas Quesadillas, tacos, calamari

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The Muddlers Club - Clementine, honeycomb, and yogurt

The Muddlers Club

4.9(14 reviews)
0.5 mi•The Cathedral Quarter
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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.

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The Muddlers Club - Bread

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The Muddlers Club - Venison Carpaccio

Venison Carpaccio

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