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  1. View of The Cottage Bar in Burrendale Hotel, Country Club and Spa, Newcastle, County Down, Northern Ireland.
    The Cottage Bar seating area
    Food on table with wine and Guinness
    Lounge area seating and tables
    Cottage Bar
    Seating area in lounge
    External seating at the Burrendale Hotel, Country Club and Spa, Newcastle, County Down, Northern Ireland.
    Lounge Fire with two chairs
    Dining and Bar area
    Exterior
    View of The Cottage Bar in Burrendale Hotel, Country Club and Spa, Newcastle, County Down, Northern Ireland.
    The Cottage Bar seating area
    Food on table with wine and Guinness
    Lounge area seating and tables
    Cottage Bar
    Seating area in lounge
    External seating at the Burrendale Hotel, Country Club and Spa, Newcastle, County Down, Northern Ireland.
    Lounge Fire with two chairs
    Dining and Bar area
    Exterior

    Tripadvisor Traveller Rating

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    Newcastle

    Address

    51 Castlewellan Road, Newcastle, County Down, BT33 0JY

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 4372 2599

    Type

    Type:

    Bar

    The Burrendale Hotel, Country Club & Spa is a leading four-star Hotel in Newcastle, County Down, Northern Ireland, nestled beneath the Mountains of Mourne. Located just 45 minutes from Belfast or Newry, The Burrendale Hotel, Country Club & Spa is…

    Facilities

    Catering

    • Licensed

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    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
    • Parking (free)

    Facilities

    Catering

    • Restaurant on Premises

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    Establishment Features

    • Wifi
  2. Santeria
    Santeria

    Belfast

    Address

    19 Fountain Street, Belfast, County Antrim, BT1 5EA

    Telephone

    02896209618

    Type

    Type:

    Bar

    Orisha is an intimate city centre venue for cocktails, coffee and everything in between. Sister bar of Voodoo Belfast, the venues name draws inspiration from an ancient Afro-Carribbean faith.

    Facilities

    Catering

    • Dogs Accepted Inside

    Facilities

    Catering

    • Licensed

    Facilities

    Establishment Features

    • Wifi
    • Wi-fi available
  3. The exterior of The Maypole Bar
    Male getting drink at the bar from the barman
    Two males sitting at table at The Maypole Bar
    Pint of Guinness sitting on a table beside a pair of reading glasses and newspaper
    Two females laughing and enjoying a drink at The Maypole Bar
    Last call bell at the bar
    The exterior of The Maypole Bar
    Male getting drink at the bar from the barman
    Two males sitting at table at The Maypole Bar
    Pint of Guinness sitting on a table beside a pair of reading glasses and newspaper
    Two females laughing and enjoying a drink at The Maypole Bar
    Last call bell at the bar

    Holywood

    Address

    High Street, Holywood, County Down, BT18 9AB

    Telephone

    +44 (0)28 9042 2588

    Type

    Type:

    Bar

    The Maypole Bar builds on its roots and keeps a tradition perfectly pairing alongside the rustic, classy and traditional interior. The Maypole Bar is a feel-good bar and you know fine rightly upon entrance you will be given a big greeting and made…

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    Belfast

    Address

    65 Union Street, Belfast, County Antrim, BT1 2JG

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9023 2474

    Type

    Type:

    Bar

    Sunflower is a simple corner pub, it is free of gimmicks or themes, and it is one of the few remaining. It is instantly recognisable by the security cage on its front door, a relic from 1980s Belfast. Music is very much part of the pub's life.

    Facilities

    Catering

    • Dogs Accepted Inside
  5. bar
    Bar with people drinking at tables
    Bowl of local shell fish and bread
    Burger with cheese in hands
    Roast Dinner on plate
    Chicken wings on plate and being served
    Chicken stack on plate
    Chocolate dessert with ice cream on plate
    bar
    Bar with people drinking at tables
    Bowl of local shell fish and bread
    Burger with cheese in hands
    Roast Dinner on plate
    Chicken wings on plate and being served
    Chicken stack on plate
    Chocolate dessert with ice cream on plate

    Dundrum

    Address

    143-145 Main Street, Dundrum, County Down, BT33 0LX

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 84375 1211

    Type

    Type:

    Bar

    The Dundrum Inn is situated in the beautiful village of Dundrum on the shores of Dundrum Bay. UK Pub of the Year 2022, best in County Down. Northern Ireland’s Pub & Bar of the Year 2025.

    Facilities

    Provider Preferences

    • Dogs Welcome Inside

    Catering

    • Dogs Accepted Inside

    Facilities

    Catering

    • Licensed

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    Parking & Transport

    • Car parking
    • Parking (free)

    Facilities

    Catering

    • Restaurant on Premises

    Facilities

    Accessibility

    • Ramp / Level Access

    Facilities

    Establishment Features

    • Wifi
    • Wi-fi available
  6. Tripadvisor Traveller Rating

    Tripadvisor Traveller Rating - 817 reviews817 reviews

    Portstewart

    Address

    86-87 The Promenade, Portstewart, County Londonderry, BT55 7AG

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 7083 2003

    Type

    Type:

    Bar

    Situated within easy access to Portstewart's picturesque promenade and all of the local amenities, the Anchor Bar Complex, incorporating the Anchorage Inn, Anchorage Bistro and Aura Nightclub, is known throughout Ireland for its convivial atmosphere.

    Facilities

    Catering

    • Licensed
  7. Night time exterior of the Thatch Inn Bar & Restaurant - white building with thatched roof and lights on in the upper windows
    Front bar of The Thatch Inn with wooden seats and tables plus old pictures on the wall
    Back lounge bar of the Thatch Inn with wooden tables and fabric covered seats plus ceiling lit up with lights and TV on wall at far end of room
    Upstairs restaurant in the Thatch inn, with wooden tables, chairs and bar
    Wall sign reading 'You Can't Buy Happiness - But you can buy a great pint at The Thatch Inn - that's close enough!'
    Old whiskey barrels displayed on a shelf
    Old musical instruments displayed on wall
    Shanes Lounge in the Thatch Inn featuring old fashioned fireplace with traditional cooking equipment
    Night time exterior of the Thatch Inn Bar & Restaurant - white building with thatched roof and lights on in the upper windows
    Front bar of The Thatch Inn with wooden seats and tables plus old pictures on the wall
    Back lounge bar of the Thatch Inn with wooden tables and fabric covered seats plus ceiling lit up with lights and TV on wall at far end of room
    Upstairs restaurant in the Thatch inn, with wooden tables, chairs and bar
    Wall sign reading 'You Can't Buy Happiness - But you can buy a great pint at The Thatch Inn - that's close enough!'
    Old whiskey barrels displayed on a shelf
    Old musical instruments displayed on wall
    Shanes Lounge in the Thatch Inn featuring old fashioned fireplace with traditional cooking equipment

    Tripadvisor Traveller Rating

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    Broughshane

    Address

    57 Main Street, Broughshane, County Antrim, BT42 4JP

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 2586 1366

    Type

    Type:

    Bar

    18th century thatched, family friendly bar and restaurant set in the award winning village of Broughshane with a great choice of menu and unique historic features.

    Facilities

    Catering

    • Licensed

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • Car parking

    Facilities

    Catering

    • Restaurant on Premises

    Facilities

    Establishment Features

    • Wifi
  8. Omagh

    Address

    33-35 John Street, Omagh, County Tyrone, BT78 1DW

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 8224 2521

    Type

    Type:

    Bar

    One of Northern Ireland's most celebrated venues, Sallys has been trading under the brand name in Omagh for 30 years building up a reputation for excellence in food, drink and live entertainment.

  9. Tripadvisor Traveller Rating

    Tripadvisor Traveller Rating - 70 reviews70 reviews

    Belfast

    Address

    17 Ormeau Avenue, Belfast, County Antrim, BT2 8HD

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9032 7007

    Type

    Type:

    Bar

    Katy's Bar is at the hub of Belfast's most exciting music venue. In 2012 along with the whole complex the always welcoming Katy's Bar enjoyed a simple, subtle refurb. This was followed by The Rock Garden, a brand new roof terrace.

  10. Tripadvisor Traveller Rating

    Tripadvisor Traveller Rating - 68 reviews68 reviews

    Derry~Londonderry

    Address

    Water Street, Derry~Londonderry, County Londonderry, BT48 6BQ

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 7130 9297

    Type

    Type:

    Bar

    A major live music venue in the city ranging from traditional through jazz to world music and the best DJs in town. Popular with visiting students, artists, musicians and chess players

  11. Tripadvisor Traveller Rating

    Tripadvisor Traveller Rating - 19 reviews19 reviews

    Ballymena

    Address

    9 Ballymoney Street, Ballymena, County Antrim, BT43 6AL

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 2564 1953

    Type

    Type:

    Bar

    A “traditional-meets-modern” award winning and innovative pub in the centre of Ballymena, which offers a friendly welcome and has established itself as a popular drinks and entertainment venue with celebrities, locals and visitors of all ages.

  12. Tripadvisor Traveller Rating

    Tripadvisor Traveller Rating - 154 reviews154 reviews

    Carnlough

    Address

    1 Bridge Street, Carnlough, County Antrim, BT44 0ET

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 2888 5226

    Type

    Type:

    Bar

    Historic family owned, traditional Irish bar and restaurant located in the picturesque village of Carnlough, offering great food, drink and hospitality on the Causeway Coastal Route.

  13. group of people at a table inside the bar chatting and enjoying drinks.
    group of people at a table inside the bar chatting and enjoying drinks.
    groups of people sitting on picnic benches enjoying drinks outside
    group outside the bar enjoying drinks
    group of people at a table inside the bar chatting and enjoying drinks.
    group of people at a table inside the bar chatting and enjoying drinks.
    group of people at a table inside the bar chatting and enjoying drinks.
    groups of people sitting on picnic benches enjoying drinks outside
    group outside the bar enjoying drinks
    group of people at a table inside the bar chatting and enjoying drinks.

    Tripadvisor Traveller Rating

    Tripadvisor Traveller Rating - 560 reviews560 reviews

    Belfast

    Address

    30-32 Bank Street, Belfast, County Antrim, BT1 1HL

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 90246058

    Type

    Type:

    Bar

    In the heart of Belfast's city centre, this pub has maintained the friendly atmosphere of over 250 years ago. With a long tradition of quality beer and fine food, Kelly's Cellars offers all customers a chance to enjoy the perfect pint of Guinness.

  14. Tripadvisor Traveller Rating

    Tripadvisor Traveller Rating - 1544 reviews1544 reviews

    Belfast

    Address

    25 - 39 Arthur Street, Belfast, County Antrim, BT1 4GQ

    Telephone

    02895909249

    Type

    Type:

    Bar

    Belfast’s authentic Cuban bar and restaurant within a breathtaking Art Nouveau building in the heart of the city. Freshly prepared Latin menus, inspired and innovative cocktails and – yep, you guessed it – plenty of rum.

    Dates

    From:
    1 Dec 2024to23 Dec 2025Various Opening Times
    From:
    24 Dec 2024to26 Dec 2025Various Opening Times
    From:
    27 Dec 2024to1 Dec 2025Various Opening Times

    Facilities

    Catering

    • Restaurant on Premises

    Facilities

    Establishment Features

    • Wifi
    • Wi-fi available
  15. Tripadvisor Traveller Rating

    Tripadvisor Traveller Rating - 126 reviews126 reviews

    Belfast

    Address

    701 Lisburn Road, Belfast, County Antrim, BT9 7GU

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9066 4442

    Type

    Type:

    Bar

    Set in the heart of the Lisburn Road, The Bowery is South Belfast’s newest neighbourhood pub for fantastic food, classic cocktails, live sport & entertainment. You can join us all year round, whatever the weather, on our fully heated covered outside…

  16. cocktail bar at Elephant Rock Hotel
    Cocktail bar at Elephant Rock Hotel
    Afternoon Tea at Elephant Rock Hotel
    cocktail bar at Elephant Rock Hotel
    Cocktail bar at Elephant Rock Hotel
    Afternoon Tea at Elephant Rock Hotel

    Portrush

    Address

    17 Lansdowne Crescent, Portrush, County Antrim, BT56 8AY

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 7087 8787

    Type

    Type:

    Bar

    The cocktail bar at Elephant Rock Hotel exudes a chic and sophisticated ambiance, offering panoramic ocean views that perfectly complement its dramatic Art Deco interior. Afternoon Tea is served in the cocktail bar 12:00 -16:00 on Fridays and…

    Facilities

    Catering

    • Licensed

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • Car parking
    • Parking (free)

    Facilities

    Establishment Features

    • Wifi
    • Wi-fi available
  17. Group of friends around table at McConville's Bar Portadown
    Two girls sitting at bar at McConville's Bar Portadown
    Outer exterior of McConville's Bar Portadown
    Two girls chatting at McConville's Bar Portadown
    Two ladies enjoying their time at McConville's Bar Portadown
    Group of friends around table at McConville's Bar Portadown
    Two girls sitting at bar at McConville's Bar Portadown
    Outer exterior of McConville's Bar Portadown
    Two girls chatting at McConville's Bar Portadown
    Two ladies enjoying their time at McConville's Bar Portadown

    Portadown

    Address

    Mandeville Street, Portadown, County Armagh, BT623PB

    Telephone

    +44 (0)28 3833 2070

    Type

    Type:

    Bar

    Located in the heart of Portadown for over 150 years, McConville’s Bar has stood the test of time. A traditional ‘snug’ bar with rustic wooden interiors and etched windows, McConville's is a great spot to enjoy a quiet drink in.

  18. Exterior of Jack's Bar at Walsh's Hotel in Maghera, featuring a black facade with gold lettering that reads "Jack's Bar Wines & Spirits Est. 1760." Co
    A cosy snug area in Jack's Bar featuring a stone fireplace with a wood-burning stove, surrounded by bookshelves filled with logs and decor. Comfortabl
    A bartender pouring liquor from a bottle into two shot glasses on a bar mat. The scene is captured in black and white, with blurred bottles and bar eq
    Two bartenders in black uniforms are seen from behind as they prepare drinks at Jack's Bar. Shelves filled with various liquor bottles, including gin
    A lively scene inside Jack's Bar with a performer singing on stage under colourful lights. Patrons are gathered around the bar, enjoying drinks and ch
    A hen party group of women seated at the bar in Jack's Bar, watching a bartender prepare drinks for a cocktail class. The bar counter is lined with co
    A close-up of a vibrant French Martini cocktail in a coupe glass, garnished with fresh raspberries and a decorative skewer. A person in a pink top hol
    Two women smiling and posing for a photo at Jack's Bar. One is holding a drink in her hand, and the background features colorful lights, creating a li
    Two orange cocktails served in coupe glasses, garnished with black straws, placed on a wooden bar counter. The background is blurred, showcasing colou
    A lively scene at Jack's Bar featuring live entertainment. The dancefloor is packed with people enjoying the music under colourful lights. A disco bal
    Exterior of Jack's Bar at Walsh's Hotel in Maghera, featuring a black facade with gold lettering that reads "Jack's Bar Wines & Spirits Est. 1760." Co
    A cosy snug area in Jack's Bar featuring a stone fireplace with a wood-burning stove, surrounded by bookshelves filled with logs and decor. Comfortabl
    A bartender pouring liquor from a bottle into two shot glasses on a bar mat. The scene is captured in black and white, with blurred bottles and bar eq
    Two bartenders in black uniforms are seen from behind as they prepare drinks at Jack's Bar. Shelves filled with various liquor bottles, including gin
    A lively scene inside Jack's Bar with a performer singing on stage under colourful lights. Patrons are gathered around the bar, enjoying drinks and ch
    A hen party group of women seated at the bar in Jack's Bar, watching a bartender prepare drinks for a cocktail class. The bar counter is lined with co
    A close-up of a vibrant French Martini cocktail in a coupe glass, garnished with fresh raspberries and a decorative skewer. A person in a pink top hol
    Two women smiling and posing for a photo at Jack's Bar. One is holding a drink in her hand, and the background features colorful lights, creating a li
    Two orange cocktails served in coupe glasses, garnished with black straws, placed on a wooden bar counter. The background is blurred, showcasing colou
    A lively scene at Jack's Bar featuring live entertainment. The dancefloor is packed with people enjoying the music under colourful lights. A disco bal

    Maghera

    Address

    Main Street, Maghera, County Londonderry, BT46 5AA

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 7954 9100

    Type

    Type:

    Bar

    Jack's Bar in Walsh's Hotel Maghera blends history with modern comfort. Named after the hotel's founder, it offers a cosy atmosphere, live music, sports viewing, and a premium cocktail and gin selection. Open Wed-Sun, it's perfect for drinks with…

    Facilities

    Catering

    • Licensed

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • Parking (free)

    Facilities

    Catering

    • Restaurant on Premises
  19. The Taproom at Walled City Brewery
    Walled City Brewery
    Walled City Brewery
    Walled City Brewery
    The Taproom at Walled City Brewery
    Walled City Brewery
    Walled City Brewery
    Walled City Brewery

    Tripadvisor Traveller Rating

    Tripadvisor Traveller Rating - 1139 reviews1139 reviews

    Derry~Londonderry

    Address

    70 Ebrington Square, Derry~Londonderry, County Londonderry, BT47 6FA

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 7134 3336

    Type

    Type:

    Brewery

    The Walled City Brewery craft uniquely local, premium quality, fabulously flavoursome food and beer in their multi-award winning brewhouse, restaurant and new taproom. If you truly want a flavour of the North-West, it is a must-visit!

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025Various Opening Times
  20. Ballymena

    Address

    136 Fenaghy Road, Ballymena, County Antrim, BT42 1EA

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 2588 1001

    Type

    Type:

    Bar

    Located in the heart of Galgorm, McKendry’s Lounge & Bar offers the warm ambience and atmosphere of an eclectic Irish pub.

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