Acapulco

Are you a Mexican food enthusiast? Then check out Acapulco and prepare to taste one of the best burritos you have ever had. It is warmly recommended to book a table if you are having dinner with more than 6 persons, since this restaurant can get pretty crowded.

• Web:

  www.acapulcobelfast.co.uk

• E-mail:

  acapulcobelfast@gmail.com

• Address:

  257 Upper Newtownards Road, Belfast

• Phone:

  +44 28 9029 6400

• Opening hours:

  Tue–Thu noon–9pm, Fri & Sat noon–10pm, Sun 5pm–9pm

Bank Square Brasserie

A hidden gem tucked away in the city centre behind Bank Square, this brick-walled casual restaurant serves fusion Asian and European food prepared with local produce. The high-quality food is beautifully presented by the skilful chefs and served by the attentive staff in a location with a unique decor and full of character.

• Web:

  www.banksqbrasserie.co.uk

• E-mail:

  banksqbrasserie@gmail.com

• Address:

  56-58 Berry Street, Belfast

• Phone:

  +44 28 9033 3331

• Opening hours:

  Mon–Thu noon–9pm, Fri & Sat noon–10pm, Sun closed

Bites of India Botanic

Serving truly authentic Nepalese and Indian food at its best, Bites of India offers a unique dining experience, enhanced by the beautiful Nepalese-inspired design of the restaurant. The menu combines fresh and healthy imported ingredients and local produce; come here and taste their delicious starters and spicy meats.

• Web:

  botanic.bitesofindia.com

• Address:

  11 Botanic Avenue, Belfast

• Phone:

  +44 28 9024 9264

• Opening hours:

  Tue–Sun 11:30am–11pm, Mon closed

Ginger Bistro

Ever since opening in 2000, Ginger Bistro has won many awards and is recognised as one of the best restaurants in Belfast. Located just off Great Victoria Street, this popular gem serves modern Irish classics with an international twist. The well balanced menu highlights locally sourced seafood and lean meats, such as the chicken schnitzel and their famous Gingers Squid and Dips.

• Web:

  www.gingerbistro.com

• E-mail:

  info@gingerbistro.com

• Address:

  68-72 Great Victoria Street, Belfast

• Phone:

  +44 28 9024 4421

• Opening hours:

  Tue–Sat noon–10pm

House of Zen

Opened in 2012, this fusion restaurant will delight you with different kinds of Asian cuisine served in a very elegant venue whose interior takes inspiration from the Orient. Come here and make sure to try their duck salad along with one of their renowned cocktails, such as the passion fruit cocktail and the raspberry mojito. Furthermore, House of Zen is located right next to one of the main attractions of the city, St Anne's Cathedral.

• Web:

  www.houseofzenbelfast.co.uk

• E-mail:

  info@houseofzen.co.uk

• Address:

  3 St Anne's Square, Belfast

• Phone:

  +44 28 9027 8688

James St

When dining at this stylish and vibrant restaurant, one can enjoy their celebrated steaks, cooked to perfection on a charcoal grill. On the menu you will also find fresh fish, pasta dishes and Sunday roast. The carefully selected wine from around the world complements the mouth-watering food in an impeccable way.

• Web:

  www.jamesst.co.uk

• Address:

  19 James Street South, Belfast

• Phone:

  +44 28 9560 0700

• Opening hours:

  Mon from 5pm, Tue & Wed open for private hire, Thu from 5pm, Fri–Sun from 1pm

Belfast Pub Crawl

Explore some fantastic traditional pubs with some excellent Irish music by joining this Traditional Irish Pub Crawl. At this well organised tour, you will be shown the nightlife of the city, its sights and sounds, and some interesting stories will be told along the way. Mingle, have fun and meet some new friends — it will certainly be a night to remember.

• Web:

  belfastcrawl.com

• Address:

  The Albert Clock, Belfast

• Phone:

  +44 77 3197 7774

• Opening hours:

  Fri & Sat at 8pm

• More info:

  Reservation is needed.

Bert’s Jazz Bar

Bert's Jazz Bar at the luxury five-star Merchant Hotel in Belfast City is the ideal place to have a relaxing evening while listening to live Jazz music. The bar oozes a sleek elegance of the art deco era, and the handpicked list of cocktails enhances the whole experience.

• Web:

  www.themerchanthotel.com/berts-jazz-bar

• E-mail:

  berts@themerchanthotel.com

• Address:

  16 Skipper Street, Belfast

• Phone:

  +44 28 9026 2713

• Opening hours:

  Mon–Thu 5pm–9:45pm; Fri 6:30pm–9pm; Sat 11am–5pm / 6pm–9pm; Sun 11am–9:45pm

Boombox Belfast

Situated on the corner of Union Street and Donegall Street in Belfast City Centre, Boombox nightclub and The Maverick Bar is the place to head for when it comes to drag cabaret shows and disco club nights. They are open five nights a week with free admission.

• Web:

  www.instagram.com/boomboxbelfast

• E-mail:

  club@boomboxbelfast.com

• Address:

  108 Donegall Street, Belfast

• Opening hours:

  Mon 10pm–2:30am, Wed–Sun 10pm–3am

Crown Liquor Saloon

Sit in a cosy snug with a pint of Guinness and admire the mirrors, the coloured tiles and the gas lighting. The Crown Liquor Saloon calls itself "the world’s most beautiful bar", so take the opportunity to discover one of the prominent symbols of this city's nightlife.

• Web:

  www.nicholsonspubs.co.uk

• E-mail:

  contact@support.nicholsonspubs.co.uk

• Address:

  46 Great Victoria Street, Belfast

• Phone:

  +44 28 9024 3187

• Opening hours:

  Mon–Sat 11:30am–midnight, Sun 12:30pm–11pm

Duke of York

The Duke of York is a great, cosy and friendly bar with live traditional music on Thursday nights and DJs on the weekends. It hosts Ireland's largest Whiskey collection. An interesting fact to know about this pub is that the Sinn Fein leader, Gerry Adams, used to be a barman here.

• Web:

  dukeofyorkbelfast.com

• E-mail:

  info@dukeofyorkbelfast.com

• Address:

  7-11 Commercial Court, Belfast

• Opening hours:

  Mon 11:30am–midnight, Tue–Sat 11:30am–1am, Sun 1pm–9pm

Fibber Magees

Another great traditional Irish pub that features a vibrant atmosphere thanks to the amazing music nights. Come here to discover the essence of Ireland by having a Guinness and listening to traditional Irish music at this cosy hidden gem.

• Web:

  robinsonsbar.co.uk/fibbers

• E-mail:

  info@robinsonsbar.co.uk

• Address:

  38-40 Great Victoria Street, Belfast

• Phone:

  +44 28 9024 7447

• Opening hours:

  Mon–Wed 11:30am–midnight, Thu–Sat 11:30am–1am, Sun 12:30pm–midnight

Afternoon Tea at Europa Hotel

If you want to play English aristocracy around a traditional English Afternoon tea, there is no better place than in the luxurious ambience of the Europa Hotel in Belfast. Savour the delicate pastries, scones and sandwiches served with premium blended teas and just enjoy the whole experience.

• Web:

  www.europahotelbelfast.com/dining/afternoon-tea

• Address:

  Great Victoria Street, Belfast

• Phone:

  +44 28 9027 1066

• Opening hours:

  Mon–Sun 2pm–5pm

Cafe Mauds

Mauds is a great busy place, which prides itself on quality ice creams and good service. It sets the highest standards to the quality of its products as well as their provenance. The result is apparent: their ice creams and dairy products are beyond delicious, and they have multiple awards to show for it.

• Web:

  www.mauds.com

• E-mail:

  info@mauds.com

• Address:

  555 Lisburn Road, Belfast

• Phone:

  +44 28 9543 8486

• Opening hours:

  Daily 9am–10pm

Established Coffee

Boasting a relaxed ambience and efficient service, Established Coffee is a thriving café and retailer in Belfast's Cathedral Quarter. The staff is dedicated to serve coffee from some of the best farms across the world and they put care and attention into everything they do. Here, the menu is simple, and focuses on seasonal and locally sourced ingredients.

• Web:

  established.coffee

• E-mail:

  hi@establishedcoffee.co

• Address:

  54 Hill Street, Belfast

• Phone:

  +44 28 9031 9416

• Opening hours:

  Mon–Fri 7am–6pm, Sat 8am–6pm, Sun 9am–6pm

Ground Espresso Bar

The staff and owners at Ground Espresso Bar is not only passionate about their coffee, they also give a lot of importance to music. The coffee shop runs live acoustic sessions every week in Belfast (in the Waterstone mall) and throughout their various branches across Northern Ireland.

• Web:

  groundcoffee.net

• E-mail:

  info@groundcoffee.net

• Address:

  44-46 Fountain Street, Belfast

• Phone:

  +44 28 9032 8226

Mad Hatter Café

Located on the corner of Eglantine Avenue and Lisburn Road, this family owned café combines awesome breakfasts and tasty meals with a friendly staff which will make you feel at home. Mad Hatter Café is famous for their great variety of fry-ups and mouth-watering cakes. When here try their famous Ulster fry or the homemade apple pie.

• Web:

  restaurantguru.com/Mad-Hatter-Belfast

• Address:

  2 Eglantine Avenue, Belfast

• Phone:

  +44 28 9068 3461

• Opening hours:

  Daily 7:30am–4pm

Oliver's Coffee Bar

A popular spot, Oliver's Coffee Bar is a little gem where to enjoy freshly made food and desserts. It has earned a good reputation for its homemade Granola and award-winning scones, so why not give it a try while here? The welcoming staff and the well thought interior design only enhance the café experience.

• Web:

  www.olivers.coffee

• Address:

  57-59 Belmont Road, Belfast

• Phone:

  +44 28 9065 6384

• Opening hours:

  Mon–Sat 8:30am–4pm, Sun 10am–4pm

• More info:

  Oliver's has three locations in Belfast