1 Victoria Square, Belfast BT1 4QG

About This Pub

Ah, Kitchen Bar – it's one of those places in Belfast that just draws you in with its warm, lively feel. From what I've gathered from the buzz around it, the food is a real winner; folks rave about the Irish stew and that Irish coffee is apparently a must-try, leaving you with that satisfied glow after a meal. The staff seem like a cheerful bunch, always ready for a laugh and some friendly chit-chat, which makes popping in feel like catching up with mates. It's tucked away in Victoria Square, open every day, so it's handy for a quick pint or a proper sit-down. On the downside, though, service can be hit or miss – some visits have people waiting ages for drinks, and that unsolicited gratuity on the bill might raise an eyebrow or two. Still, with an overall rating hovering around 4.2, it's clear the good bits outweigh the niggles for most. If you're heading out for a pint and a bite, I'd say give it a go; just keep in mind it might get hectic, but the hearty food and welcoming atmosphere make it worth the visit.

Pros and Cons

Pros
  • The food is absolutely spot on – think delicious Irish stew and cracking Irish coffee that really hit the spot.
  • Staff are super friendly and always up for a bit of banter, making you feel right at home.
  • Lovely atmosphere with a dedicated seating area, perfect for a relaxed catch-up over drinks or a meal.
  • They've got a great selection of real ale and hearty food, and it's open seven days a week from midday onwards.
Cons
  • Service can drag a bit during busy times, like drinks taking ages to arrive.
  • They sometimes add a 10% gratuity to the bill without asking, which feels a tad cheeky.
  • It can feel a bit rushed when the place is packed, even if the team are working flat out.
  • No option for take-away food, which is a shame if you're left with leftovers you'd rather not waste.

Contact Information

1 Victoria Square, Belfast BT1 4QG
+442890245268
Pub
Opens at 12:00

Opening Hours

Monday12:00 - 21:00
Tuesday12:00 - 21:00
Wednesday12:00 - 21:00
Thursday (Today)12:00 - 21:00
Friday12:00 - 21:00
Saturday12:35 - 22:00
Sunday12:35 - 22:00

Location

Recent Reviews

We stopped by 3 times while we were in Belfast every time a different staff and every time great service, friendly banter. Food wad wonderful, if I ever find myself in Belfast again I willl be back.
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Pat Shaulis
Food was delicious. Service wasn’t great on this visit though. Drinks took forever to get and they put an “optional” 10% gratuity on our tab without asking us first. Heavy tab with that on top.
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Valerie Massey
Food was good. Felt quite rushed but it was very busy & staff were working so hard! Irish coffee pictured was delicious! Have also been here several times & sat outside for drinks
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Holly
It was even one of the staffs birthdays and we got to join in song wishing him a happy birthday! We were hoping to take away our chips at the end as we couldn't finish them, but we were told they did not do take away.. We reslly dislike wasting food 😭
AD
AKIRECAT13 DREAMWEAVER
Walked in at 12, they had just started serving food. Really nice atmosphere as they have a dedicated seating area further in. Had really good food, all the dishes we ordered were great and exactly what we expected and service was relative quick as well. Recommend the Irish stew which we had never had before but really rich and delicious. The other standout dish was the pulled pork sandwich which was spicy and sweet and had pickled onions. Other dishes we got were the carbonara and the kitchen burger.
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Sreeja R

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