Top 10 places to dine out in Belfast during Pride Month

Located in the heart of Belfast in the up-and-coming Linen Quarter, Coco Restaurant is among the best places to dine in the city this Pride Month. With a beautifully decorated interior featuring plush furnishings and stunning artwork on the walls, this place is decadent and beautiful. The menu is just as creative as the restaurant itself with delicious dishes made using the very best fresh, local ingredients. You can expect everything from a delicious seafood linguine pasta to a succulent 10 oz sirloin steak with chips and oxtail sauce. So, no matter what you’re in the mood for, you’re sure to find something to suit your tastes. Plus, the prime city centre location of this fantastic restaurant means it’s within walking distance of all the exciting events going on in the city. So, you can enjoy a delicious bite to eat before checking out what’s happening across the city to celebrate Pride.

A relatively new addition to Belfast’s dining scene, Hendrix specialises in offering good food that will put you in a good mood. Located in the Stranmillis area, just a short way from the city centre, you won’t be too far from all the action here. Eclectic and romantic, this spot boasts maximalist decor with hanging plants and an indoor-outdoor vibe. The staff here are super friendly, welcoming you with open arms and ensuring you have the very best experience possible. When it comes to food, you’ll be spoilt for choice with everything from indulgent smash burgers to Italian pastas as well as tacos, beef brisket, and more. You will also be impressed by the fabulous cocktail menu, which features an amazing array of flavours including a berry mojito and a sweet and delicious pornstar martini.

Set in the shadows of Belfast’s iconic Cave Hill, which rises high above the north of the city, Ben Madigan’s Bar and Kitchen is a fantastic spot to dine out with the whole family this Pride month. The restaurant’s owner and director Kelvin Collins is among the individuals from the LGBTQ+ community in Belfast leading the charge within the hospitality industry and this can be clearly seen in how Ben Madigan’s Bar and Kitchen has gone from strength to strength. Offering a welcoming atmosphere, a traditional Irish pub feel, and award-winning food and drinks, visiting this fantastic spot should be a no-brainer.

Another new addition to the city’s dining scene, Gnostic Belfast is located just outside the Cathedral Quarter in Corporation Square. A fun and relaxed dining experience, there is plenty of reason to hang out here during Pride Month. With dark, industrial interiors and a trendy backlit bar, this is the perfect location to meet and mingle with friends, enjoy some deliciously creative dishes, and sip on your favourite tipple or two. Intimate and elegant, it specialises in carefully curated small plates, premium cocktails and fine wines, with flavours to suit all tastes and dietary requirements. Menus change with the seasons, so you can expect the very freshest flavours when you dine here. Whether it’s wild garlic linguine, venison ragu or salmon with masala sauce, you’re sure to find the perfect dish for you. From tacos and sliders to indulgent meat, fish and veggie dishes, Gnostic offers a fantastic array of small plates that are certain to entice your senses.

Located on the Lisburn Road, Shu was established in the year 2000 and has since become one of the most beloved eateries in Belfast. Home to three unique spaces with one to suit every occasion, you can find the perfect dining experience to suit you here, no matter what you’re in the mood for. Named after the Egyptian god of atmosphere, the one thing you’re guaranteed here is a great vibe and friendly Irish hospitality. The Main Room menu focuses around seasonal ingredients, keeping a focus on quality through creative reinterpretation of iconic recipes that span French, Mediterranean and Oriental cuisines. If it’s drinks you’re in the mood for, then we highly recommend heading to the brilliant basement cocktail bar, Jul’s. Offering a laid back, late night vibe, this is a great place to enjoy a romantic date or spend an evening catching up with friends.

A laidback bar and restaurant tucked away on the Lisburn Road in the city’s University Quarter, Ryan’s Bar and Restaurant specialises in offering delicious food, drinks and a warm and welcoming atmosphere. Known for its great value and friendly local feel, you’re guaranteed a good time should you choose to dine or drink here. It also hosts frequent events, including live music, sports showings and quizzes, so if you time it right, you can enjoy an eventful evening full of craic. The menu features a creative array of tasty pub grub favourites, including sirloin and ribeye steaks, a classic chicken curry, and various beef, chicken and veggie burgers. So, no matter what you’re in the mood for, you’re sure to find a delicious dish that tickles your fancy.

If cocktails are on your mind, then there’s no better place to be than the fantastic Angel & Two Bibles. With two unique and creative cocktail menus based around the concept of the Old and New Testaments, you can expect a fantastic array of flavours on offer here. A stunningly decorated hidden speakeasy bar and cocktail lounge with a breathtaking rooftop terrace, which is perfect for enjoying the beautiful June weather, this spot is the perfect place to relax and enjoy a few drinks this Pride Month. The Old Testament features a huge array of classic favourites throughout various eras, including an Old Fashioned, a Whiskey Sour, and a Manhattan. Alternatively, the New Testament offers a great selection of creative cocktails, inspired by global flavours and several eras with a particular focus on music. The New Testament menu “honours the rebels who broke the rules and changed things for the better” with creative cocktails thoughtfully crafted and inspired by various artists and their music.

For a truly unique dining experience in Belfast City Centre, book yourself into Belfast’s longest-running and best loved Cabaret Supper Club. Expect feathers, glitter, and a night you won’t forget at this luxurious 1920s-style supper club. With shows featuring live jazz, magicians, contortionists, comedians, local artists and burlesque, everything about this spot is truly spectacular. Plus, while you’re taking in the brilliance of the show, you can enjoy a delightful and indulgent meal served by your very own Cabaret Butler.

A massive supporter of Belfast Pride, The Northern Whig is another fantastic eatery that proves popular among Belfast’s LGBTQ+ community. Located just on the outskirts of the Cathedral Quarter, you won’t be too far from the heart of the action by choosing to dine out here. Finished with stunning wood interiors, this bar and restaurant gives off a traditional feel. However, it is well and truly modern. Dishes are made using the very best locally-sourced produce and ingredients, so you can rest assured you’ll enjoy a great quality meal here. Open seven days a week, from brunch to evening, you’ll have plenty of opportunity to see what all the fuss is about here.

A stunning rooftop bar hidden away on Franklin Street in the city centre, The Perch is the ultimate place to spend an evening or afternoon this Pride Month. Located on the fifth floor of the historic Linen House, a converted Victorian Warehouse, it provides an escape from the hustle and bustle of urban inner city life. Here, you can indulge in a fantastic variety of deliciously crafted cocktails, perfectly prepared pizzas, and a huge array of beers, wines and spirits. Home to some of the city’s most creative bartenders and hugely talented DJs, this is the ultimate place to party the night away in a relaxed yet sophisticated setting. Bottomless brunch is also served from Friday to Sunday, making for a great way to start the weekend with an indulgent array of classic cocktails and signature creations.