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06 Dec 2024
06 Dec 2024
Celebrating St Patrick's Day in Belfast
17th March sees Belfast come to life as Ireland’s national holiday turns the island of Ireland even more green than usual. From the lively St Patrick’s Day Parade that winds its way through the city streets to the upbeat trad music sessions held in local Irish bars around Belfast, there is something for everyone to enjoy this St Patrick’s Day in the city. So, if you’re looking for somewhere to enjoy some great craic, delicious Irish food, and an unbelievable pint of Guinness all in the name of Ireland’s patron saint, you’ve come to the right place. Read on to discover Dish Cult’s ultimate guide to celebrating St Patrick’s Day in Belfast.
Horatio Todd’s is a comfortable, welcoming local pub and restaurant, providing the residents of East Belfast with quality drinks, food and entertainment. The all day menu will see you right if you’re looking to eat out before carrying on the celebrations. We recommend the Chargrilled 6oz Hereford Burger with lettuce, tomato and red onion, smoked bacon and grilled cheddar served with crispy frites. The Buttermilk Marinated Chicken Burger with crispy bacon, French brie, tomato and chilli jam served with garlic and parmesan frites is also very popular, too.
A warm greeting and a friendly relaxed atmosphere await you at Ryan’s, as well as excellent food and great craic. From burgers and steaks to a plethora of international mains, there’s plenty of choice. Consider the Lemon & Sage Boxtys for traditional Irish food on St Patrick’s Day. There’s a Chicken Boxty (chicken, bacon, leek, white wine and cream sauce with chips) and a Vegetable Boxty (mixed vegetables, sun-blushed tomato, white wine and cream sauce with chips) to choose from.
Located in West Belfast, The Devenish is a lively complex with a bar, restaurant, and function room. With everything you need under one roof and a friendly local feel, this is the perfect place to spend St Patrick’s Day in Belfast. Serving delicious Irish food, Guinness on tap, and traditional Irish music playing throughout the day and late into the night, the St Patrick’s Day celebrations here are like no other. Plus, the place normally has great dining offers available to honour Ireland’s national holiday, so you can line your stomach with some delicious Irish food for an affordable price before indulging in a night of celebration the way the Irish know best: with great drinks!
Northern Lights
Irish, Bar
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Northern Lights is a favourite craft beer bar in Belfast, with great atmosphere, an amazing beer selection and friendly bar staff. There are several rotational taps, a huge range of imported and local bottled beers, and of course all the Galway Bay Brewery beers you know and love. The burgers here are the stuff of legend, the Elvis being our favourite one. There are also amazing wings and sambos, while the ‘main event’ offers bar favourites such as buttermilk fried chicken and loaded nachos. This place is child and dog-friendly as well.
For those who enjoy good food, then a trip to Holohan’s Pantry will be the perfect Paddy’s Day outing in the city for you. Known as the home of the traditional Irish boxty, a potato pancake served with toppings of your choice, the traditional Irish menu here is unrivalled throughout the city. This family-owned eatery has garnered a loyal following, rave reviews, and even the status of TripAdvisor’s only five-star rated restaurant in Belfast! Specialising in local produce prepared to perfection, the food here is always exquisite and prepared with love and care.
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