The Merchant Hotel

The River Rooms in Belfast offers tapas, cocktails, and a welcoming bar-restaurant experience at 5 Donegall Quay. Reviews highlight delicious food, standout cocktails—including espresso martinis noted as among the best in Belfast—and Prosecco on arrival. The friendly, attentive staff, a karaoke room, and versatile spaces make it a popular spot for hen parties, festive meals, and relaxed gatherings by the river.

Belfast Wine School offers engaging wine tastings and cheese pairings led by knowledgeable hosts like Seana. Guests praise private, bright rooms, a warm, patient approach, and a relaxed, fun atmosphere. From informative in-person sessions to virtual French wine and cheese tastings, events include thoughtful nibbles and easy conversation, making each visit a memorable experience.

Located at 3 Oxford St, Cave is a Belfast wine bar and dining spot famed for exceptional service, wine expertise, and intimate events. Guests repeatedly praise manager Marta, the tasting menus, and food paired with wines by the glass. The minimalist setting offers small plates, cheese boards, and charcuterie with river-view ambiance.

Kelly's Cellars is a traditional Irish pub in Belfast, known for a cosy fire, great Guinness, and a warm, quick service. Upstairs, diners enjoy traditional Irish dishes like Irish stew, vegan cottage pie, and desserts; downstairs, the pub hosts live traditional music and a friendly, buzzing atmosphere. A classic spot for drinks, food, and authentic Irish hospitality.

The Treehouse in Belfast is a stylish bar and grill at 38-42 Upper Arthur St. Guests praise attentive staff, a warm ambiance, and a striking interior with fairy lights, a central tree, and a retractable roof for sunny days. The menu features burgers and mojitos, and reviews highlight clean spaces and good social distancing, with some noting price concerns during busy periods.

Urban Scullery is an Irish pub and gastropub in Belfast, tucked inside Deer's Head at 1-3 Lower Garfield St, Belfast BT1 1FP, UK. The menu changes regularly and features smoked salmon and chicken pâté, seafood chowder with shellfish, and fish and chips. Reviews praise top‑tier ingredients, value, and attentive staff, plus a sociable, welcoming atmosphere, solid cider (Aspall), and USB outlets in booths.