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Best Bars near The MAC

Discover the best bars near The MAC. Find inspiration for your trip with our curated list of top-rated spots, local favorites, and hidden gems.

The 10 best bars near The MAC

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Harp Bar

Plush Victorian pub in Belfast's Cathedral Quarter, pouring extensive whiskies, craft beers, and live music with authentic Belfast craic.

35 Hill St, Belfast BT1 2NB
4.5 Excellent 3,056 reviews
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39 Gordon Street

Vibrant Cathedral Quarter cocktail bar pulsing with live music, craft drinks, and tasty tacos in Belfast's historic heart.

39 Gordon St, Belfast BT1 2LH
4.2 Very Good 477 reviews
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The Dark Horse

Quirky Cathedral Quarter pub with historic artifacts, poetic courtyard, Game of Thrones door, and superb drinks amid Belfast's cobbled charm.

30 Hill St, Belfast BT1 2LB
4.5 Excellent 558 reviews
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Duke of York

Belfast's whiskey-packed heritage pub, brimming with vintage relics and live craic in historic Commercial Court—a timeless toast to the city's resilient spirit.

7-11 Commercial Ct, Belfast BT1 2NB
4.6 Excellent 4,328 reviews
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The Black Box

Belfast's intimate arts hub: live music, comedy, theatre, and casual bar vibes in a historic townhouse setting.

18-22 Hill St, Belfast BT1 2LA
4.6 Excellent 878 reviews
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The Dirty Onion and Yardbird

Live music pub downstairs, rotisserie chicken upstairs—Belfast's Dirty Onion and Yardbird deliver flavor, tunes, and Cathedral Quarter energy in one unforgettable venue.

3 Hill St, Belfast BT1 2LA
4.4 Very Good 4,789 reviews
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The Thirsty Goat Belfast

A lively Belfast pub blending hearty Irish fare, live music, and quirky goat-themed charm in the vibrant Cathedral Quarter.

1 Hill St, Belfast BT1 2LA
4.3 Very Good 1,421 reviews
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The Reporter. Bar

A cozy, quirky, dog-friendly bar in Belfast with great bottled beers, live music, and a welcoming atmosphere for all.

Union St, Belfast BT1 2JF
4.6 Excellent 118 reviews
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The Cloth Ear

A refined yet welcoming pub within Belfast’s Merchant Hotel, blending historic charm with contemporary dining and cocktails.

The Merchant Hotel, 16 Skipper St, Belfast BT1 2DZ
4.3 Very Good 1,480 reviews
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The Spaniard

A cozy, quirky pub in Belfast’s Cathedral Quarter, famed for its lively music, extensive rum selection, and intimate atmosphere.

3 Skipper St, Belfast BT1 2DZ
4.5 Excellent 1,421 reviews

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