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The Maverick
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The Maverick

Take a walk on the wild side!

Belfast, UK
3.8
244 reviews

Neighbourhood

Belfast

Category

Bars

Vibe

LGBTQ+, Gay Bar +6

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About The Maverick

The Maverick is one of the most approachable stops in Belfast’s Queer Quarter, sitting at the corner of Union Street and Donegall Street. It is a dedicated LGBTQ+ bar with a playful, slightly alternative personality and entertainment seven nights a week. The weekly line-up mixes drag cabaret, karaoke, DJs, screenings and themed parties, with free entry to the regular programme. Friday to Sunday starts earlier, making the bar useful for afternoon drinks as well as a late evening out.

What to expect

A colourful, sociable LGBTQ+ bar with free entertainment every night and a crowd that becomes livelier later on.

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Good to know about The Maverick

Practical tips before you visit

Regular entertainment is currently free, with no ticket or wristband required.
Friday to Sunday opens from 14:00; Monday to Thursday opens from 17:00.
Check Instagram for the latest drag hosts, karaoke and Pride-week programming.

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Location

The Maverick

1 Union Street, Belfast BT1 2JK, United Kingdom

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The Maverickreviews & ratings

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3.6

244 reviews

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  • WhereIs.Gay
    3.8
  • Google Maps
    3.6

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Jay S
Jay S

a year ago

Belfast visitor here. International. Wanted to find a LGBT place to have a drink, stumbled into this establishment. Mostly women, which is fine, and a drag show/karaoke/lip synch going on. They have speciality cocktails. I ordered a Bounty Hunter and OMG, it was delicious! I wish I had stayed for another drink but I wanted to check out another place across the street, which I totally regret doing (see my other review). I definitely loved the cocktail here, including the wonderful cup it came in.

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ali
ali

8 months ago

Probably the best queer place in Belfast! Free entry, amazing atmosphere and drag shows, decent drinks and activities.

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C J
C J

2 years ago

The only LGBTQ bar I'd go to in Belfast although there isn't much choice. Good drink selection, good music, decent Cabaret depending when you go and there's little aggro. Great for a few jars and a chat. If it's very busy, it gets very cramped inside, and service from some of the bar staff isn't the most friendly sometimes. A good outdoor seating and standing area which has made a lot of difference too. We need more choice in Belfast but I like coming here.

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Shannon McClean
Shannon McClean

a month ago

I love this venue usually but it turned down me and my good friendly crew. They stopped me reaching my carer who was upstairs and never been issue. Cause the.Couldn’t find him. Not a good enough excuse so shouldn’t be used c for me an autistic perso finding my carers but it was. I hate being autism and finding this

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Jack Davidson
Jack Davidson

2 months ago

Went back to the place with my boyfriend a few weeks ago and it was a better experience than the last 2 times and loved it. (my boyfriend at the time) Update: Been there a few times lately, enjoyed it. Cheers to Elaine and Sophie for making me feel safe and happy, especially on account of my autism

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