Where To Eat And Drink In The Cathedral Quarter

If you're on the hunt for Italian Cathedral Quarter restaurants in Belfast, then Coppi is a top choice. This eatery blends cool industrial decor and open-kitchen cooking alongside mouthwatering grub. Think duck ragu, bucatini carbonara and gnocchi served alongside butternut squash.

One of our top picks for Cathedral Quarter restaurants, Babel promises gorgeous scenes on its rooftop space. Whether you're popping in for tasty bites with your beau or to catch its epic roster of local musicians, this hotspot located above the Bullitt Hotel is bound to impress. 

When it comes to award-winning restaurants in Belfast, The Northern Whig is a firm choice. It might look like your regular pub, but it's far beyond that. Along with a striking interior and great drinks list, this lively pick also has an excellent food menu created by head chef Rick Orr.

Housed in the same hotel as Bert's Jazz Bar, this drinks-led haunt is one for those of you after swanky sips in the Cathedral Quarter. Visit the bar for classics, plush decor, a toasty fireplace and an absinthe tap if you're really looking to push the boat out.

After Cathedral Quarter bars? Not only is The Spaniard matching edgy artwork with cool interiors, but it also offers a fabulous range of cocktails, from mojitos to long island ice teas. To top it off, this Skipper Street venue has plenty of live music or entertainment to keep revellers occupied.

A proper all-in-one, Union Street Bar is welcoming you to dine, drink or dance in the Cathedral Quarter. This multifaceted spot is LGBTQ+ friendly touting everything from Pride parties to pizza and wings on its fantastic rooftop space. Thirsty? It offers budget-friendly bevvies too.

Located within The Merchant Hotel, Bert's Jazz Bar is the slinky red-tipped venue that evoked 1930s glamour through a programme of live music, entertainers and classic cocktails. Hungry? There's a menu of French bistro-style bites to keep you occupied.

Searching for things to do in the Cathedral Quarter, Belfast? The Sunflower Public House is the place for those of you after proper Irish pints, pizza or some first-class live music. Oh, and did we mention that you can bring your dog along too? Yep, this one's perfect for your furry friends too.