Belfast's best cocktail bars are packed into a few walkable streets. The Cathedral Quarter has the old pubs and late bars, the city centre has Victorian alehouses and a Cuban bar in an Art Nouveau building, and The Perch gives you a rooftop over it all.
Belfast Cocktail Week: Belfast Cocktail Week is on now, until 15 November. A signature cocktail from £5 in each bar with one wristband.
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Cobbled lanes around St Anne's Cathedral, with old pubs, cocktail bars, a street food market and the late-night crowd on Union Street.
A busy Cathedral Quarter bar with a patio, bar bites, beer and cocktails, plus live music nights.
Belfast Cocktail Week 2026 signatureLavender Haze
Alcohol-freeLavender Haze Mocktail
Opening times from Google Maps, checked 7 NovemberMon and Tue closed, Wed 1pm to 11pm, Thu 1pm to midnight, Fri and Sat noon to 2am, Sun 1pm to midnight
39 Gordon St, Belfast BT1 2LG
A street food market on Dunbar Street, with food traders and bars under one roof.
Belfast Cocktail Week 2026 signatureCherry Cola
Opening times from Google Maps, checked 7 NovemberMon and Tue closed, Wed noon to 9pm, Thu to Sun noon to midnight
16-20 Dunbar St, Belfast BT1 2LH
A bar and eatery with a terrace at Haymarket on Royal Avenue, serving burgers, nachos and pub classics.
Belfast Cocktail Week 2026 signatureBerry Fizz
Alcohol-free0% Bramble
Opening times from Google Maps, checked 7 NovemberMon to Thu noon to 11pm, Fri and Sat noon to 1am, Sun 1pm to 11pm
84 Royal Ave, Belfast BT1 1DJ
A cocktail lounge inside the Haymarket complex on Royal Avenue.
Belfast Cocktail Week 2026 signatureSolero Cream
Opening times from Google Maps, checked 7 NovemberMon to Thu noon to 11pm, Fri and Sat noon to 1am, Sun 1pm to 11pm
84 Royal Ave, Belfast BT1 1DJ
A traditional 19th-century bar on Lower Garfield Street with its own brewery, pub food and live entertainment.
Belfast Cocktail Week 2026 signatureThe Joker A refreshingly sweet orange cream flavoured cocktail that is reminiscent of the nostalgic Joker lolly.
Alcohol-freeThe Joker 0%
Opening times from Google Maps, checked 7 NovemberMon and Tue 11am to 10pm, Wed and Thu 11am to 11pm, Fri and Sat 11am to 1am, Sun noon to 10pm
1-3 Lower Garfield St, Belfast BT1 1FP
A bar on Hill Street, in the middle of the Cathedral Quarter.
Belfast Cocktail Week 2026 signatureCoconut & Mango Margarita A tropical twist on a beloved classic with hints of coconut and a sweet & tangy mango flavour, balanced with lime and tequila.
Alcohol-freePearfectini
10-16 Hill St, Belfast BT1 2LA
A lounge bar inside Haymarket on Royal Avenue.
Belfast Cocktail Week 2026 signatureSarti Spritz
Alcohol-free0% Bramble
Opening times from Google Maps, checked 7 NovemberMon to Thu noon to 11pm, Fri and Sat noon to 1am, Sun 1pm to 11pm
84 Royal Ave, Belfast BT1 1DJ
A long-running bar on Union Street, at the heart of Belfast's LGBTQ+ scene, with music and an outdoor area.
Belfast Cocktail Week 2026 signatureCandyland
Alcohol-freeCandyland N/A
Opening times from Google Maps, checked 7 NovemberMon to Fri 5pm to 1am, Sat 2pm to 1am, Sun 2pm to midnight
1 Union St, Belfast BT1 2JK
A cocktail bar in the Haymarket complex on Royal Avenue, with outdoor space.
Belfast Cocktail Week 2026 signatureCoco Breeze
Alcohol-freeTropical Sunrise
Opening times from Google Maps, checked 7 NovemberMon to Thu noon to 11pm, Fri and Sat noon to 1am, Sun 1pm to 11pm
84 Royal Ave, Belfast BT1 1DJ
A bar on Little Donegall Street in the Cathedral Quarter, with music and sport.
Belfast Cocktail Week 2026 signatureTemptation A harmony of coffee and vanilla, shaken up and strained over ice. Served with a dusting of chocolate powder.
Alcohol-freeTales of Wonder vegan
Opening times from Google Maps, checked 7 NovemberMon to Wed noon to 11pm, Thu noon to midnight, Fri and Sat noon to 1am, Sun noon to 11pm
2-14 Little Donegall St, Belfast BT1 2JD
Around City Hall, Victoria Square and the old entries off Ann Street, with Victorian alehouses, hotel bars and designer bars.
The bar at the Fitzwilliam, a high-end hotel on Great Victoria Street next to the Grand Opera House.
Belfast Cocktail Week 2026 signatureHoney Paloma
Alcohol-freeVirgin Bramble
1-3 Great Victoria St, Belfast BT2 7BQ
A gastropub on Chichester Street with comfort food served in front of a real fire in a brick-lined room.
Opening times from Google Maps, checked 7 NovemberMon to Thu noon to midnight, Fri and Sat 11am to 1am, Sun noon to 11pm
81 Chichester St, Belfast BT1 4JE
A bar on Great Victoria Street, close to the new Grand Central Station.
Belfast Cocktail Week 2026 signatureOff the Rails Tropical, refreshing, fresh
Alcohol-freeBack on Track vegan
22 Great Victoria St, Belfast BT2 7BJ
The bar and brasserie at Malmaison, in a grand old warehouse building on Victoria Street.
Alcohol-freeCos-no-politan
Opening times from Google Maps, checked 7 NovemberEvery day open 24 hours
34-38 Victoria St, Belfast BT1 3GH
A 19th-century alehouse in Pottinger's Entry with a mahogany bar and terrazzo floor, serving steaks and pasta.
Belfast Cocktail Week 2026 signatureOrchard Bloom
Alcohol-freeOrchard Fizz
Opening times from Google Maps, checked 7 NovemberMon to Thu 11:30am to midnight, Fri and Sat 11:30am to 1am, Sun noon to 11:30pm
17-19 Pottinger's Entry, Belfast BT1 4DT
The bar and grill at the Hilton on Lanyon Place, next to the Waterfront Hall.
Belfast Cocktail Week 2026 signatureMonchito Colada
Alcohol-freeMonchito Libre
Opening times from Google Maps, checked 7 NovemberEvery day 11am to 11:30pm
Hilton Belfast, 4 Lanyon Place, Belfast BT1 3LP
A striking bar on Bridge Street with giant granite statues, food all day and a long cocktail list.
Belfast Cocktail Week 2026 signatureRaspberry Sling
Alcohol-freeVirgin Raspberry Sling
Opening times from Google Maps, checked 7 NovemberMon to Wed noon to 11pm, Thu to Sat noon to 1am, Sun 1pm to midnight
2-10 Bridge St, Belfast BT1 1LU
Jean-Christophe Novelli's restaurant at the AC Hotel on the River Lagan, with a terrace over the water.
Belfast Cocktail Week 2026 signatureBradán Feasa
Alcohol-freeIascan
AC Hotel, 90 Donegall Quay, Belfast BT1 3FE
A Cuban cocktail bar and restaurant in an Art Nouveau building on Arthur Street, with rum, tapas and a party atmosphere late on.
Belfast Cocktail Week 2026 signatureMojito Passion
Alcohol-freeNA Mojito Passion
Opening times from Google Maps, checked 7 NovemberMon to Wed noon to midnight, Thu noon to 1am, Fri and Sat noon to 2am, Sun noon to midnight
25-39 Arthur St, Belfast BT1 4GQ
A cocktail bar on Ann Street with garden-style decor that brings the outside in, and areas you can book.
Belfast Cocktail Week 2026 signatureBlue Bird Tropical blue meets Belfast grey, this tantalizing offer is sure to make you think "I need a holiday" Join us to bring the holiday a little closer to home and, as…
Alcohol-freeTwisty Tropics vegan
Opening times from Google Maps, checked 7 NovemberMon to Wed closed, Thu 4pm to 1am, Fri and Sat 1pm to 1am, Sun 1pm to 10pm
96-100 Ann St, Belfast BT1 3HH
Behind City Hall and down Great Victoria Street, with the Grand Opera House, Grand Central Station and some of Belfast's busiest cocktail bars.
A cocktail bar on Ventry Street, off the Dublin Road.
Belfast Cocktail Week 2026 signatureJammy Joey A nostalgic twist on the classic lunchbox favourite, inspired by the iconic Jammy Joey cake.
Alcohol-freeJammy AF (Alcohol-Free)
Opening times from Google Maps, checked 7 NovemberMon to Wed 6pm to 1am, Thu 5pm to 1am, Fri 3pm to 1am, Sat 2pm to 1am, Sun 6pm to 1am
2A Ventry St, Belfast BT2 7JP
The bar at the Moxy on Clarence Street West, close to the Linen Quarter.
Alcohol-freeStorm Zero
4 Clarence St West, Belfast BT2 7GP
A rooftop bar on top of a converted Victorian warehouse on Franklin Street, serving cocktails and pizza.
Belfast Cocktail Week 2026 signatureVery Demure
Alcohol-freeVery Mindful
Opening times from Google Maps, checked 7 NovemberMon to Thu closed, Fri 5pm to 11pm, Sat 1pm to 1am, Sun closed
5th Floor, 42 Franklin St, Belfast BT2 7GE
An Irish pub on the Dublin Road with folk music every night, Irish stew and a big whiskey selection.
Belfast Cocktail Week 2026 signaturePéitseog A nostalgic twist on the classic lunchbox favourite, inspired by the iconic Jammy Joey cake.
Alcohol-freePéitseog Bheag
Opening times from Google Maps, checked 7 NovemberMon to Thu 3:30pm to 1:30am, Fri to Sun 1pm to 1:30am
44 Dublin Rd, Belfast BT2 7HD
A cocktail bar on Franklin Street known for its party atmosphere.
Belfast Cocktail Week 2026 signatureSmoke Signal
Alcohol-freeClear Signal
Opening times from Google Maps, checked 7 NovemberMon to Wed closed, Thu 5pm to 11pm, Fri 3pm to 1am, Sat 1pm to 1am, Sun 1pm to 11pm
44 Franklin St, Belfast BT2 7GE
A stylish bar and restaurant on Howard Street with club-like decor and a locally sourced menu.
Belfast Cocktail Week 2026 signatureBramble Spritz Juicy blackberry and cranberry, zesty lemon and a crisp Prosecco finish.
Alcohol-freeBramble Fizz vegan
Opening times from Google Maps, checked 7 NovemberMon to Thu noon to midnight, Fri to Sun noon to 1am
21 Howard St, Belfast BT1 6NB
A bar and restaurant on Brunswick Street with banquettes, industrial touches, cocktails and a European menu.
Belfast Cocktail Week 2026 signatureLouisiana Sunset
Alcohol-freeLouisiana Sunrise
Opening times from Google Maps, checked 7 NovemberMon to Sat noon to 1am, Sun noon to midnight
12 Brunswick St, Belfast BT2 7GE
A sports bar on Bankmore Square, close to the Dublin Road.
Belfast Cocktail Week 2026 signatureBring the Heat
Alcohol-freeBring the Heat N/A
Opening times from Google Maps, checked 7 NovemberMon and Tue closed, Wed and Thu 4pm to midnight, Fri and Sat noon to 1am, Sun 2pm to 11pm
1 Bankmore Square, Belfast BT7 1DH
Around Queen's University and out along the Lisburn and Ormeau Roads, with neighbourhood bars and beer gardens.
A bar on the Lisburn Road with a beer garden and sport on the screens.
Belfast Cocktail Week 2026 signatureHubba Bubba Daiquiri
Alcohol-freeHubba Bubba Flubba
Opening times from Google Maps, checked 7 NovemberMon to Thu 5pm to midnight, Fri and Sat noon to 1am, Sun 5pm to midnight
149 Lisburn Rd, Belfast BT9 7AJ
A bar on the Ormeau Road with outdoor seating and sport.
Belfast Cocktail Week 2026 signatureGalway Maid
Alcohol-freeFloral Bay
Opening times from Google Maps, checked 7 NovemberMon to Thu 4pm to 11pm, Fri 1pm to 1am, Sat noon to 1am, Sun noon to 11pm
451 Ormeau Rd, Belfast BT7 3GQ
A pub on University Street in the Queen's Quarter, with a beer garden and sport.
Belfast Cocktail Week 2026 signatureRhubarb Remedy
Alcohol-freeSecond Opinion
Opening times from Google Maps, checked 7 NovemberMon to Thu noon to 11pm, Fri and Sat noon to 1am, Sun noon to 10pm
65-67 University St, Belfast BT7 1FY
Local bars along the Antrim Road, good for sport and a relaxed pint or cocktail.
A sports bar on the Antrim Road in north Belfast, with a beer garden and every big game on the screens.
Belfast Cocktail Week 2026 signatureThe Sloe Jam
Alcohol-freeThe Sloe Jam 0%
Opening times from Google Maps, checked 7 NovemberMon and Tue noon to 11pm, Wed noon to 11:30pm, Thu noon to midnight, Fri and Sat noon to 1am, Sun noon to midnight
466 Antrim Rd, Belfast BT15 5GE
A pub on the Antrim Road with sport on the screens.
Belfast Cocktail Week 2026 signaturePhoenix Night
Alcohol-freeN/A Phoenix Night
Opening times from Google Maps, checked 7 NovemberEvery day 11am to midnight
179-181 Antrim Rd, Belfast BT15 2GW
Across the river, from the Titanic Quarter and the arena to the Upper Newtownards Road.
A bar and grill in the arena complex in the Titanic Quarter, handy before a gig or a game.
Belfast Cocktail Week 2026 signatureTypical Belfast Weather 🥃 Deep amber to dark brown overall A dark, almost black layer of rum floating over the lighter ginger beer A striking gradient effect, with the drink becoming darker…
Alcohol-freeBelfast After Dark vegan
Opening times from Google Maps, checked 7 NovemberMon to Thu noon to midnight, Fri and Sat noon to 1am, Sun noon to 10pm
The O2, 2 Queens Quay, Belfast BT3 9QQ
An Irish pub in the Titanic Quarter, a short walk from Titanic Belfast.
Belfast Cocktail Week 2026 signatureThe Shipyard Fix
Alcohol-freeThe Riveter
Opening times from Google Maps, checked 7 NovemberMon to Thu closed, Fri to Sun 10am to 5pm
1 Olympic Way, Queen's Rd, Belfast BT3 9EP
A gastropub on the Upper Newtownards Road in east Belfast, with a glass-fronted room, European food and cocktails.
Belfast Cocktail Week 2026 signatureWee Autumn Number
Alcohol-freeHoratio's Fizz
Opening times from Google Maps, checked 7 NovemberMon and Tue noon to 11pm, Wed noon to 11:30pm, Thu noon to midnight, Fri and Sat noon to 1am, Sun 1pm to 11pm
406 Upper Newtownards Rd, Belfast BT4 3EZ
Three ready-made evenings, each a short walk between stops. Every bar has an alcohol-free signature too, so mix and match and take your time.
4 partner bars in the Cathedral Quarter, all a short walk apart.
4 partner bars in the city centre, all a short walk apart.
4 partner bars in the Linen Quarter, all a short walk apart.
It depends on the night you want. For views, go to Novelli (AC Hotel by Marriott) and The Perch Rooftop Bar. For a date, book Crimson Cocktail Lounge (Haymarket), The Fitzwilliam Hotel and Malmaison. For a historic room, try The Deer's Head, Malmaison and The Morning Star. Every bar on this page made a signature cocktail for Belfast Cocktail Week 2026.
The Cathedral Quarter (39 Gordon Street, The Deer's Head and The Maverick), City centre and Victoria Square (Revolución de Cuba, Malmaison and The Northern Whig), The Linen Quarter and Great Victoria Street (The Perch Rooftop Bar, The Points and Rita's) are good places to start. We also have separate guides to date night bars, cool bars, late night bars and live music bars in Belfast.
Novelli (AC Hotel by Marriott) and The Perch Rooftop Bar.
39 Gordon Street, The Maverick, Revolución de Cuba and Rita's are known for late nights. Check opening hours with the venue before you go.
The most bars on this page are in The Cathedral Quarter (10) and City centre and Victoria Square (10). Cobbled lanes around St Anne's Cathedral, with old pubs, cocktail bars, a street food market and the late-night crowd on Union Street.
34 of the 36 bars here made a signature alcohol-free drink for Belfast Cocktail Week 2026, including Lavender Haze Mocktail at 39 Gordon Street, Belfast After Dark at Char + Mash and The Sloe Jam 0% at The Chester.
39 Gordon Street, Char + Mash, The Chester, Common Market, The Courtyard at Haymarket and Crimson Cocktail Lounge (Haymarket) all have room for a group. Book ahead at the weekend.
Belfast Cocktail Week is on now, until 15 November. Signature cocktails start from £5 with a wristband, and every venue serves an alcohol-free option.
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Belfast Cocktail Week is on now, until 15 November. One wristband gets you a signature cocktail from £5 in bars across Belfast, an alcohol-free version in every venue, and extra wristband deals.
Bars were checked against each venue and local listings on 7 November 2026. Photos were supplied by the venues for Belfast Cocktail Week 2026. The cocktails named are the Belfast Cocktail Week 2026 signatures and may not be on the menu all year. Opening times and menus change, so check with the venue before you go. Price guide: £ good value, ££ mid-range, £££ special occasion.
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