About
The Morning Star nestled into its cosy niche near the end of historic Pottinger’s Entry in the heart of Belfast since 1810. The Morning Star is one of Belfast's oldest pubs still under family ownership. The grade 2 listed building itself has been licensed for the sale of drink since around 1810.
Through the gas lamps, the moon, and the stars, The Morning Star has woven a narrative that intertwines with the very fabric of Belfast. It narrowly weathered the storm of the Belfast Blitz in 1941, a resilient survivor amidst the leveled remnants of neighboring buildings. The bricks and beams, witness to history, now stand as a testament to the enduring spirit of a city and its people.
Enter the present day, where the McAlisters took the reins in 1988. As fifth and sixth-generation farmers, the family understands the toil, the sweat, and the passion poured into every endeavor. This legacy is not just a business; it’s a living, breathing connection to the land and its provision
These days, the bar is renouned for their food and service offering everything from a buffet lunch to their Gourmet Beef Club, supporting local farmers, growers and producers along the way pikcing up some of the best accolades for their food offering including:
Restaurant Association Ireland Best Gastro Pub in Co. Antrim, McKenna Guides Best in Ireland, Community Bar of The Year
BCC Belfast’s Best Green Business, NI Top Hospitality Business, LCN Awards Pub Food of The Year, Guardian’s Top 30 UK Pubs For Sunday lunch.
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Facilities
Accessibility
- Facility for service dogs
- Guide dogs permitted
- Handrail by steps
- Level access, ramp or lift to a public toilet
- Menus available in large print format
- Ramp / Level Access
- Ramp to main entrance
- Toilets for disabled visitors
Catering
- Additional meal details
- Cater for vegetarians
- Catering service
- Cocktail Menu
- Dogs Accepted Outdoor Dining Area
- Licensed
- Local Produce
- Restaurant on Premises
- Serve breakfast
- Serve evening meal
- Serve lunch
- Special dietary requirements catered for
- Take away service
Children & Infants
- Accept children (Minimum age)
- Baby changing facilities
- Child seat available
- Children's Menu Available
- Cot & Highchair Available
- Facilities for children
Establishment Features
- Accept coach parties
- Accommodation nearby
- Air-conditioning throughout
- Available for wedding receptions
- Beer garden
- Cater for Corporate events
- Cater for individuals
- Chef
- Conference facilities
- Event venue
- Exclusive hire of restaurant
- First Aid
- Gift vouchers
- Groups accepted
- Groups catered for
- Live music
- Non members welcome
- Online Booking
- Pets accepted
- Regular evening entertainment
- Toilets
- Welcome single sex groups, eg stag/hen parties
- Wi-fi available
Languages spoken
- Italian spoken
- Russian spoken
- Spanish spoken
- Staff Fluent in Languages - Other
Leisure Facilities
- Wifi
Parking & Transport
- Coach parking
- Frequent bus services
- Parking (charge)
- Taxi rank nearby
Payment Methods
- All major credit/debit cards accepted
- American Express accepted
- Euros accepted
- Maestro accepted
- MasterCard accepted
- Special group rates
- Visa accepted
- Visa Debit Accepted
Provider Preferences
- Al fresco dining
- Dogs Welcome Inside
- Educational Visits Accepted
- Film or TV location
- In town/city centre
- Of historic, literary or architectural interest
- Smoking Some Areas
- Unique venue
