Spotlight on Belfast's best kept secret – Angel and Two Bibles

Nothing is more exciting or alluring than the idea of a bar shrouded in secrecy, and this is exactly what’s on offer at Angel and Two Bibles. Located on Lower Garfield Street, hidden down Goose Entry, sits the discreet and understated entrance to this unique cocktail bar. Although the exterior alley is lined with atmospheric red fairy lights, it can be easy to overlook this enticing cocktail lounge for one of the other lively bars surrounding it. However, if you are lucky enough to stumble across the entrance, you are sure to not be disappointed.

The secret speakeasy

The excitement starts right from the moment you land at the entrance to Angel and Two Bibles. From ringing the buzzer upstairs to getting the go ahead to enter, it all adds to the overall feeling of exclusivity. Although situated on a regular and ordinary alleyway, as soon as guests step through the doors they are immediately transported into the eclectic and decadent decor which serves to set the tone.

In order to reach the bar, guests must first climb the venue’s whimsical stairway to heaven in keeping with the theme and name of the bar. Once at the top you will find the hidden speakeasy, which is a major juxtaposition to the bar’s simple exterior, outlandishly decorated with clashing patterns, bold colours, blooming floral displays and gaudy finishings.

The eccentric interior of the venue provides the perfect backdrop for any picture and adds to the already intriguing allure of the bar.

The old vs the new

Operating first and foremost as a cocktail lounge, Angel and Two Bibles takes its drinks menu seriously, offering up not just one, but two fantastic cocktail lists, both centred around the overall theme of the bar.

The first, The Old Testament, is focused on celebrating the classic cocktails we know and love, and more importantly, executing them with precision. The Old Testament is described as an homage to the bartenders who started it all, delving into the “beginning of recorded mixed drinks from El Draque in 1586 to the birth of Tiki in 1934”. This cocktail list is filled with drinks you recognise and may have tried before. There’s always a chance to discover your “new old favourite” as well. Drinks you can expect in this menu include an Old Fashioned, a Gin Martini, a Manhattan, Margaritas and many other classic serves, guaranteed to delight all tastes.

The second menu, The New Testament, offers a completely different experience, inspired by rebels and musicians who broke the rules. Angel and Two Bibles is heavily influenced by music, believing the right song can “make a night, set the mood, remind us of the past or get us through a rough time.”

Therefore it’s apt that The New Testament menu is an ode to those great lost musicians, with ingredients inspired not only by the artists themselves but also their music. Unlike the classic Old Testament menu, this discreet speakeasy has created cocktails taking inspiration from the greats including, Prince, Elvis, Queen and Amy Whinhouse – offering something completely unique and always enticing.

Drinks on the terrace

Although dark and moody on the inside, this city centre hideaway has an idyllic terrace that overlooks the rooftops of Belfast’s historic city. Although small, the terrace at Angel and Two Bibles is sure to provide the perfect setting for your next weekend drinks. Equipped with a picture perfect surrounding, warm blankets and heaters for any season, the terrace at this secret speakeasy offers the same allure and excitement as the main bar, providing an escape amongst the bustling buzz of the city streets.

When it comes to weekend cocktails, Angel and Two Bibles is a must visit whether searching for a lively weekend out with friends or an intimate evening with your other half. Between the artfully created drinks, unique venue or exciting experience, this secret spot is the perfect setting, offering an exclusive feel and venue like no other in the city.

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