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Top tips

  • Try the vegan chicken burger from the separate vegan menu.
  • Enjoy the live folk and traditional music performances in the basement on weekends.
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  • The portions are quite large—come hungry or consider sharing dishes.
  • Reservations are recommended due to popularity, especially on weekends.
  • Outdoor seating is available for a pleasant dining experience when weather permits.

People mention

Boxty, burger and fries.

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Also nut roast.

Good for

The vibe: dates The vibe: groups

Praised for friendly service, beautiful interior and good value.

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Also praised for lively atmosphere, cozy atmosphere, fast service and generous portions.

Good to know

  • Outdoor seating
  • Lunch, dinner, coffee, takeout
  • Cards and mobile pay

About

McHugh's Bar is a historic pub dating back to 1711, featuring a Georgian interior with dark wood beams and original brickwork. It offers traditional Irish dishes like boxty with brisket, beef roast, and seafood chowder, alongside a separate vegan menu that includes a popular vegan chicken burger. The venue spans multiple floors with a lively basement for live music and a quieter upstairs dining area, serving generous portions at mid-range prices.

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29-31 Queen's Square, Belfast, BT1 3FG, United Kingdom

Opening hours

Monday
12:00–01:00
Tuesday
12:00–01:00
Wednesday
12:00–01:00
Thursday
12:00–01:00
Friday
12:00–01:00
Saturday
12:00–01:00
Sunday
13:00–01:00

the food

4.4 out of 5. Spinach Rating

From recent reviews, out of 5.

  • Great food
  • Good service
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3.5 2 reviews Read on HappyCow
How we rank

eating vegan

Outstanding for vegans

vegan options
Some · 3–5 dishes
menu
Separate vegan menu
staff
Knowledgeable
protein
tofu, mock meat
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