Monico Bars

Tiled floors, vintage mirrors and a strong sporting theme infuse this traditional city centre haven. The front bar is full of Belfast characters enraptured by the horse racing - and the sports motif continues with bygone photos and prints, and large plasma screens showing the latest action (the neighbouring bookies is handy for a sneaky lunchtime bet). The back lounge has live music every weekend, and pub grub faves such as Irish stew, steak and peppered chicken go well with the daily drinks promos. Find the entrance down historic Winecellar Entry, off Lombard Street.