Union Street

Belfast


A stylish modern bar with retro decor and lots of bare brick and dark wood (check out the Belfast sinks in the loo), Union Street attracts a mixed gay and straight crowd with nightly cabaret and karaoke, and a tempting food menu. Sunday's bingo night pulls in the punters.


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