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Traditional Irish Pubs in Northern Ireland


There is a plethora of traditional Irish bars for the tourist to explore in the North of Ireland! You’ll find a fine selection in Belfast – take an informal pub crawl through Madden’s Hatfield’s, The John Hewitt and The Crown Liquor Saloon Bar. Try the good food and craic on the shore of Strangford Lough at The Saltwater Brig. There are plenty of traditional pubs across the whole of Northern Ireland for you to enjoy a pint of Guinness, an Irish coffee or perhaps some traditional Irish pub grub!

Here is a snapshot of just some of the best traditional Pubs…

Just Some Ideas

McHughs Restaurant exterior McHugh’s Bar & Restaurant, Belfast

McHughs is within a grade A listed building, built between 1710 and 1720, making it officially the oldest building in the city of Belfast, enjoying a long history and a sometimes colourful reputation.
Balloo House Balloo House, Killinchy, Newtownards

Balloo House is nestled in the County Down countryside near the shores of Strangford Lough. It is a beautiful country pub and restaurant that successfully combines history, tradition and comfort.
anchor bar Anchor Bar Complex, Portstewart, Portstewart

Situated within easy access to Portstewart's picturesque promenade and all of the town's amenities, the Anchor Bar Complex, incorporating the Anchorage Inn, Skippers Wine Bar and Club Aura, is known throughout Ireland for its convivial atmosphere.
House_of_McDonnell House of McDonnell, Ballycastle

Established in 1766 this truly traditional Co. Antrim pub provides a warm welcome for locals and tourists. There is traditional music every Friday night while on Saturday night the musical flavour is typically folk.

Distillers Arms, interior Distillers Arms, Bushmills

Contemporary, multi-award winning, Irish restaurant in the heart of Bushmills. Specialites include, "Old Bushmills" whiskey and salmon.
Pier 36 Pic Pier 36 Restaurant, Donaghadee

The Pub On The Pier at Donaghadee, winners of The Best Ulster Welcome and Seafood Pub Of The Year, serving tasty bar snacks all day with fresh fish, delicious local beef, pork, lamb and game for lunch and dinner.
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