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Botanic Inn

Botanic Inn
A mecca for sports enthusiasts, The 'Bot' (yes, that's what the locals call it) is littered with giant TVs and packed to the rafters with a mostly student clientele. Read_on (No Comments)

Crown Liquor Saloon

Crown Liquor Saloon
Owned by the National Trust and without question Belfast's most famous bar, this city centre landmark is the first place tourists head for their inaugural pint of Guinness. Read_on (No Comments)

Duke of York

Duke of York
Hidden down a cobbled Cathedral Quarter alley off Donegall St. this fantastic pub pays homage to Belfast's industrial past and centuries-old newspaper trade. Read_on (4 Comments)

Front Page

Front Page
Established in 1871 and remodelled in 1986, the Front Page sits directly opposite the Irish News daily newspaper and close to the Belfast Telegraph building. Read_on (No Comments)

John Hewitt

John Hewitt
This much-loved Cathedral Quarter stalwart is as traditional as they come. Named after a local poet and socialist, the bar is privately owned by the Belfast Unemployed Resource Centre. Read_on (No Comments)

Laverys

Laverys
This three-storey drinking den has long been home to a colourful clientele of old boys, bikers, students and dead-heads. Read_on (No Comments)

Pavilion

Pavilion
Not known for nothing as 'The Big House', this three-storey bar has long been a favourite with students and locals. Read_on (No Comments)

Titanic Pub and Kitchen

Titanic Pub and Kitchen
Standing proudly between Central Library and the Belfast Telegraph newspaper is this family-owned colossus of an entertainment complex. Read_on (No Comments)

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Bittles

Bittles
This 19th century structure resembles a mini version of New York's Flatiron building. Occupying a corner site near the Albert Read_on (No Comments)

Deers Head

Deers Head
Here's another red-brick 'Imbibing Emporium' that packs them in with a lunch menu featuring Yorkshire Pudding roasts (a rarity on this island), Ulster Fries and the speciality Deershead Steak Sandwich. Read_on (No Comments)

Errigle Inn

Errigle Inn
This 1930s South Belfast pub is a labyrinth of bars, the most appealing of which is the Oak Bar with its wood panelling and stained glass windows. Read_on (No Comments)

Fountain Bar

Fountain Bar
Like many city centre bars, The Fountain is more about food than a big night's drinking. The menu is substantial, with everything from lite bites and burgers to burritos and steaks. Read_on (No Comments)

Garrick

Garrick
One of Belfast's oldest bars, the revamped Garrick is a great city centre pub. Dark wood ceilings strewn with big glass lanterns, booths with button down leather and copper pumps and pipes retain the traditional Victorian feel in the downstairs bar. Read_on (No Comments)

Hatfield House

Hatfield House
This 130-year-old Irish pub owes many of its elaborate features to the same craftsmen who worked on the Titanic. The semi-circular mahogany bar is a magnet for locals, students and tourists keen on a spot of authenic Irish music. Read_on (No Comments)

Hercules

Hercules
A favourite with traditional Irish music aficionados, this city centre bar takes its name from the original Royal Avenue moniker of Hercules Street. Read_on (2 Comments)

Katy Daly's

Katy Daly's
This cool trad pub has long been a favourite with Belfast's music fraternity; Ash, David Gray and Radio 1 DJ Colin Murray have all cut their teeth for the KD faithful. Read_on (No Comments)

Kelly's Cellars

Kelly's Cellars
Down a sidestreet off Royal Avenue lurks this 16th century black and white bar, one of the city's oldest and, in our opinion, most authentic. Read_on (1 Comment)

Kitchen Bar

Kitchen Bar
Exposed bricks, painted girders and wooden beams retain a trad air amid a distinctly modern warehouse vibe. Visitors can enjoy a legendary Paddy's Pizza (with hot soda bread base) and pint of real ale. Read_on (1 Comment)

Maddens

Maddens
City centre bars don't come much more Irish than this one behind CastleCourt. Traditional Irish music instruments line the walls and provide the perfect backdrop for top-quality live music seven nights a week. Read_on (2 Comments)

McHughs

McHughs
This revamped Grade A listed building dates back to 1711, making it Belfast's oldest bar (though others contest the claim). Read_on (No Comments)

Monaco

Monaco
The quintessential old mans' pub, The Monaco is a well known haven for locals in need of pub grub and a reviving liquid-lunch. Read_on (No Comments)

Morning Star

Morning Star
Tucked down one of Belfast's most famous 'entries' nestles this restored old coach house dating back to the early 1800s. Read_on (No Comments)

Pat's Bar

Pat's Bar
Escape the chrome revolution in this traditional docks area pub awash with maritime artefacts and packed with visiting sailors, tourists and locals in the know. Read_on (No Comments)

Queen's Café Bar

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Amongst the jewellery shops of the glittering Queen's Arcade sits this elegant little glass-fronted bar that's been around for many decades. Read_on (No Comments)

Ronnie Drew's

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This recently refurbished traditional pub is situated close to St George's Market and the Waterfront Hall.  Noted for Read_on (No Comments)

Roost

Roost
Newly refurbished and given a long overdue breath of fresh air, The Roost has transformed from an old man's pub into a funky, far-out den that'll tantalise your senses as soon as you saunter through the door. Read_on (No Comments)

White's Tavern

White's Tavern
You'll find one of Belfast oldest bars tucked down a back alley complete with honest to goodness cobblestones. Downstairs is all dark and brooding with peat fires and trad music to warm the soul. Read_on (No Comments)