Union Street Bar
Belfast's No.1 Gay VenueAverage Reviews
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Union Street Bar & Restaurant is Belfast's No.1 gay spot with top quality entertainment 7 nights a week.
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Based on 168 reviews
Jakub Pron
11:21 12 Nov 23
I have been in this place multiple times, but since last Saturday it was definitely my last. I have no idea who managed the entertainment, (if anyone do) it was was poor. Its not the place I used to love to go.Alan Flanagan
16:48 13 Oct 23
After having given this bar a second chance I can without doubt, yet again confirm it was an awful experience, rude door staff and the bar staff are even worse. I’m not sure who is managing this bar but do better! Your reputation precedes you!Steve Partington
14:29 14 Sep 23
great pub with a great atmosphere. good choice of drinks. staff very friendly & helpful. rooftop bar is really nice very chilled out.Gabriela Toledo Fallabella
10:52 19 Aug 23
Bad customer service, we had to go to the bar to try to order our food. Otherwise, no one would approach us at the table.The food was OK, but my beef was almost like charcoal.The decoration is good, the reason I wanted to go there, but I haven't felt welcoming.c 922
18:45 22 Jun 23
Was here a few weeks ago for a girls day, had our lunch which was lovely, ordered our drinks and every glass was stinking, another round stinking again, I ended up just using a straw from the tin. £6.20 for a tin of blue wkd is mental!! Considering you buy 4 tins for £4. Bar staff gone downhill bigtime no interest again paying £10 a cocktail no decor like last time (sugar around glass, coffee beans on espresso martini) bouncers need to lighten up, sour bakes!! Def wont return.Malcolm Walker
20:55 18 Jun 23
This place was great, kind staff members, healthy energy inside and outside. Ordered 14 chicken wings and a dirty fries. Chicken wings are full wings! So good. After food we went upstairs to chill in the roof bar.Will Robert
09:51 18 Jun 23
Visiting from overseas, I found this place to be terrible. The doorman was rude and harassing my American friend, and the place was filthy and very odorous with no actual ventilation. The clientele look to be mostly overweight local women that need sun and ozempic. No diversity and open hostility to tourists. Never again. We went across the street and had a very nice time.Bosch 8
15:20 04 Jun 23
We went last night as part of a gay stag. And we were not allowed in, the reason being that it was a stag yet there was other stags and hens, most of which were straight people. We will not be letting this issue go. We felt it was very homophobic and one of the bouncers actually agreed when I said that it felt homophobic. Seriously need to learn how to treat people with the respect and freedom the community fought for years to get. Will not be returning and will be making this ordeal very public to people for the future to stay away from these establishmentsDebbie Alcock
08:03 02 May 23
Pre booked meal and show at Union Street bar for a hen party of 13! What an amazing night, the hen and the rest of us had the best time… won’t forget our visit in a hurry 😄Anne Montgomery
06:58 19 Apr 23
On 15 th April we hire the roof top bar in union street for a private Birthday and what. a find .We couldn’t of ask for a better spot had a brilliant night and the staff there where fantastic.❤️❤️❤️ Would recommend for private party 🎉HP
15:18 18 Apr 23
My husband and I entered the Union Bar, and security simply stopped him and prevented him from entering for no apparent reason. I don't know if it's because he had a backpack, but we did absolutely nothing wrong, we just walked in and within 5 seconds the security guard kicked him out of nowhere. We just wanted a minimally decent place to drink, so I don't recommend this bar to anyone.Frank Hillman
21:58 12 Apr 23
pretty nice vibes, loads of drink choice, fast service and bouncers were dead nice. also some random guy gave us some of his birthday cake so easily 5 starsPeter Roberts
13:15 18 Mar 23
Sadly as is the case with a few other bars in the area. One of the bouncers was extremely sectarian and after coming from the parade aggressively told us to throw our small flag in the bin on St Patrick’s Day at a themed St Patrick’s Day event with almost everyone carrying/wearing flags 😂 basically spoke to us like we were scum, so unnecessary. Was happy to not bring this in if this was against the rules but the attitude was so unnecessary. The drag queens and bar staff were super nice inside however, I just think most of the security in this area hate everyone as I’ve never had any pleasant experiences with any bouncer in this area.Donal Sharkey
13:42 27 Feb 23
Great night at Cabargay on Sunday night. Really good laugh and show went on till late.L Q
21:28 17 Dec 22
Agressive and discriminating door staff. The amount of bad reviews this place has you would think the management would make a change. Refused my foreign friend and said "only locals allowed!"R Q
20:04 10 Dec 22
DON'T GO HERE IF YOU'RE DISABLED!!!every time I've went to this bar I've been kicked out for my motor skill disability. They, never believe me when I exain my disability. Just once I want to be treated like a human being, but it is astoundingly clear I'll never recieve this treatment here. Never in my life have I experienced abelism like I have here. This bar is not friendly to disabled people.Brigeen Henderson
13:31 07 Nov 22
Arrived to this bar yesterday for my sons 18th birthday and it didn't dissappoint absolutely fantastic night from start to finish. Excellent bar staff (apart from Josh) only joking amazing food and the stunning drag Queens absolutely brilliant I will definitely be back xxx Thank you everyone for a brilliant nightDean McCoubrey
10:52 07 Sep 22
came here to enjoy a nightout at Union Street and my friend gets discriminated for being disabled tried to say she was drunk! jake was the name of the bouncer or manager . very rude and unprofessional. called me a liar and said we weren't welcome! please sort your bouncers out at the doors!!!!! edit: Well he gave us a fake name then so unprofessional definitely need to get your bouncers sorted not normal behaviourIoannis Papadopoulos
08:25 07 Sep 22
Went there for a casual drink , they had a karaoke night. It was lovely. Very friendly staff, good prices, great music.Dean McCoubrey
12:54 05 Sep 22
came here to enjoy a nightout at Union Street and my friend gets discriminated for being disabled tried to say she was drunk! jake was the name of the manager. very rude and unprofessional. called me a liar and said we weren't welcome! please sort your bouncers out at the doors!!!!!Nicola Kelly
15:24 20 Aug 22
Er Josh was the best bartender and host in Belfast. He made our weekend with his banter, manners and kind compliments. We will be back Sunday!Stephen Tucker
18:32 01 Aug 22
I normally don’t go to Union Bar due to previous experiences with bad customer service. Tonight, I tried ordering a drink at the bar, possibly midway during the drag show, and I was asked to move down the bar to order directly from the bar person. Union Bar was pretty busy on the customer side of the bar. While moving down the bar, I bumped into two women, much to their annoyance. I said to the bar person, “I think it would have been easier for you to come to me, rather than me come to you,“ which I think they took issue with.I appreciate a colleague was “cleaning the bar”, but it was just spraying the beer tray.The service can be bad. And sadly, not my first time. Hospitality goes a long way. Less sass also goes a very long way.Osman Boz
23:03 30 Jul 22
Visiting Belfast. Great place!Unfortunately, a regrettable situation with a Barman has destroy our visit. Left my (paid) beer and went away for the Maverick.Stephen Tucker
00:10 09 Jul 22
I normally don’t go to Union Bar due to previous experiences with bad customer service. Tonight, I tried ordering a drink at the bar, possibly midway during the drag show, and I was asked to move down the bar to order directly from the bar person. Union Bar was pretty busy on the customer side of the bar. While moving down the bar, I bumped into two women, much to their annoyance. I said to the bar person, “I think it would have been easier for you to come to me, rather than me come to you,“ which I think they took issue with.I appreciate a colleague was “cleaning the bar”, but it was just spraying the beer tray.The service can be bad. And sadly, not my first time. Hospitality goes a long way. Leas sass also goes a very long way.cliodhna daykin
22:20 18 Jun 22
Horrible evening.I ordered food which was cold and had a portion of chips with someone else's half eaten chicken at the bottom.I politely asked the dj "sorry to bother you but do you take requests as I'm leaving and want to play a song for my friend" security we're instantly on top of me and the dj was incredibly rude. I would understand if I had caused trouble or something but I had been sitting respectfully watching the show all evening.Rude staff and over zealous security really put q dampner on my night and left me feeling very uncomfortable in what is meant to be a safe space.Some bar staff and the performs were incredible and I cannot fault them bur personally I don't think I'll be back.Leanne Austin
12:23 19 Apr 22
If you're booking a hen party - this place should be top of your list!! Staff were incredibly helpful when organising for a party of 20 (special mention to John and Darren!) Great atmosphere, great entertainment, lovely staff. 100% recommended xM M
10:20 09 Jan 22
Poor hospitality,it lacks in customer service.And staff very unfriendly,and not very welcoming.A smile goes a long way.This bar in belfast,not what it used to be especially in union bar. "APPALLING". I'm glad we don't come into the city that often.Atmosphere, isn't good.No air conditioning its stuffy and body odour and unhygienic bar and glasses to drink out of. And toilets stinking of urine and urine over the floor and toilet seat ect.And no hand soap or hand gel or toilet roll,obviously not being checked regularly.Staff and particularly the bouchers not very friendly, they stare at you.Very intimidating indeed,lots of women and straights 95%.All the old faces from before not to be seen anywhere,I wounder why? 🤔Anyone thinking of visiting here,unless you know someone I wouldn't bother.We thought we'd come to visit to see if any improvements but "NO" very disappointed.Over priced for drinks.Don't think we will be back.I see them closing in the foreseeable.Nuala Mcstravick
19:13 11 Nov 21
Recently had lunch here and really enjoyed it! They were short staffed but this didn’t affect the service or experience at all. The food and cocktails were beautiful. Would highly recommendAnton Fernandez
17:31 14 Sep 21
Awfull experience. Extremely rude door staff and bar staff. Very overpriced drinks ..one rule for visitors another fir locals. Long time to get drinks even when you always have to pay first.Dean Matthews
23:05 10 Jul 21
Union street is such a good vibe, if you want a quiet dinner go to the green room, a comedy or drag show shoe factory or just good tunes and to drink cocktails, the roof. We ordered salted caramel espresso martini's, Connor with the mullet made them and they were out-standing.... fing excellent. Amazing service from bouncers and staff and great crack all round. Will be back and highly recommend.Chrisfofer
21:54 10 Jul 21
Very fun bight! Morgan the bartender made sure the night was entertaining and fun!George Soares
10:32 06 Jul 21
Great place and staff are the best, specially Morgan! Morgan you're 10/10!Ricardo Ramos
10:17 06 Jul 21
Wonderful rooftop bar with an awesome floor staff - in special Morgan. Well done mate and thank you for your hard work. You are a legend ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️P A
03:43 02 Jul 21
Love here & love the food, great service and had a ball with the servers when here last time. Even with restrictions in place and table service only there is still a great atmosphere here.Dean
12:10 30 May 21
From the moment I walked in the bouncer just kept staring at me the entire time. I went to the toilet for like 5 minutes, and they were trying to take my drinks that I had just bought. Poor service, and considering the amount of money I spent I could have been treated better. Whoever the bouncer is he's a total authoritarian bully.A G
08:49 06 May 21
We were in at the weekend and it was amazing from start to finish! Food was absolutely UNREAL and the service was so fast and professional! We will definitely be back!!Ger Delaney
08:49 05 May 21
I'm sorry completely ridiculous "We dont Care policies" against people with disabilities. They may think their policy is fun, I personally believe places like these need to be boycottedC.J. M.
11:43 26 May 17
Roof garden is totally A,fun,funky vibe and very helpful bar staff! Nice decor on all levels.Menu looks good also. Various platos to suit all palates....Jen A.
08:29 02 Jun 16
This is a great spot for gay day/nightlife in the heart of the city centreThere is something on most evenings from Karaoke to Bingo and always plenty of...Sian L.
11:23 26 Feb 16
Nice wee bottle of prosecco for £20 ! Quiet enough early in the evening but usually very lively later in evening !!!Glenn M.
04:54 01 Sep 15
Un-ions make your eyes water.... Union Street Bar is a gay institution in Ireland. Its where all the fun and excitement takes place. Firstly there is...
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