The Best Belfast Hookup Clubs & Bars

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Belfast Hookup Spots

You may not be thinking that Belfast is an optimal city for hooking up in, but that is where you are wrong! This UK city has incredible bars and a super laid back atmosphere, making it perfect for meeting new people and having a great time.

History Of Belfast Hookup Spots

Belfast is one of the oldest cities in Northern Island. As such, it has one of the oldest hookup scenes. Ever since there were bars, people were hooking up in them! The first bar in Belfast opened in 1720. What a long time ago!

Best Times And Days To Go Out In Belfast

Belfast is a bit of a traditional city and like most cities in the UK, the weekday nights tend to be a bit on the quiet side. That being said, you can still get up to a great time at a bar or a club on a Thursday, Friday, or Saturday night in Belfast!

Belfast Hookup Spots: Directory

SoNaughty wants you to have the best trip possible in Belfast so we've put together an incredible directory of all the best hookup bars and clubs. Have fun!

Belfast Bars

Hands down, bars are always the best place for a hookup. And depending on your own personality and what you're looking for, there are so many different kinds of hookup bars you can try. Luckily Belfast has a huge variety for you to enjoy!

The Muddler's Club

Type

Cocktail Bar

Space

Bar and dining space

Crowd

Young to Mature Adults

Address

Unit 1, Warehouse Lane, Belfast BT1 2DX, United Kingdom

Website

The Muddler's Club

Any Notes

All major credit cards accepted; no parking on site; open late!

BRIEF DESCRIPTION

We are huge, huge fans of The Muddler's Club. It's the perfect spot to take a date. But even more important: it's the perfect spot where you can FIND a hookup too. This upscale yet casual cocktail bar is a popular hangout for singles and couples a like, making it the perfect spot to grab a drink after work. Because you know know who you'll meet and what will lead to a hookup! Another thing that we love about The Muddler's Club are the drinks. They craft some incredibly tasty cocktails that you don't mind paying a little extra for. Besides, if it impresses your date, it's worth it!

Kelly's Cellars

Type

Traditional Pub

Space

Bar and dining space

Crowd

Young to Mature Adults

Address

30-32 Bank Street, Belfast BT1 1HL, United Kingdom

Website

Kelly's Cellars

Any Notes

Cash and credit only; no debit; open late on Fridays and Saturdays.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION

If you're looking for a super casual sort of "hole in the wall" place to grab a drink, then we highly recommend Kelly's Cellars. It's not that it's actually run down—far from it! But it is way more low-key and relaxed at Kelly's. A lot of locals hang out here. That being said, it's also a great place to pick up someone too! The men and women who frequent Kelly's Cellars are generally fairly low-fuss and down for anything. Buy them a pint, sit down for a chat, and see where the night takes you! We're pretty sure you'll get lucky at Kelly's Cellars.

Brewbot Belfast

Type

Upscale Bar

Space

Bar and lounge space

Crowd

Young to Mature Adults

Address

451 Ormeau Road, Belfast BT7 3GQ, United Kingdom

Website

Brewbot Belfast

Any Notes

Part of a major chain; some parking nearby; all major cards and cash accepted.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION

Brewbot is part of a country wide chain, which has its pros and cons. Pros being that it's tried and true and a recognized name, so people tend to flock there because they know the quality of the drinks and food and the atmosphere are good! Cons being that it is a bit generic. However, we are huge fans of the Brewbot vibe. We definitely wouldn't call it unique but it is clean, fun, and most of all always packed with potential hookups! Once you've got your drink, that's all that really matters right? Right! There are multiple drink specials on throughout the week so be sure to hit up Brewbot often!

Maverick Belfast

Type

Gay Bar

Space

Full bar and lounge area

Crowd

Young to Mature Adults

Address

1 Union Street, Belfast BT1 2JF, United Kingdom

Website

Maverick Belfast

Any Notes

Cash only; open late on the weekends; cover during club nights.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION

Maverick Belfast is one of the more popular gay bars in Belfast. It also doubles as a pretty fun gay nightclub on the weekends. The great thing about Maverick is the vibe: it's fun and flirty without being too pretentious or trying too hard. The gay community loves Maverick because not only do they feel safe and welcome there but they are almost guaranteed to always find a great hookup. Seriously, if you want to get laid, go to Maverick! Definitely hit up Maverick on a Wednesday as their Hump Day drink specials are some of the best! We particularly love the apple martini. After a few of those you're sure to have a great night.

Duke of York

Type

Traditional Bar

Space

Full bar, live music, and lounge area

Crowd

Young to Mature Adults

Address

7-11 Commercial Court, Belfast, BT1 2NB, United Kingdom

Website

Duke of York

Any Notes

Cash and credit; no parking available; not entirely accessible.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION

The Duke of York is another traditional pub that is considered a local watering hole for the residents of Belfast. Tourists love to flock there looking for interesting locals to get to know and potentially hookup with. That's half the fun of traveling, right! And for the locals, well, if you're looking to have some fun with tourists, then this is the spot for you too. You won't find a lot of pretentious drinks on the menu at Duke of York but the beers are cold and the atmosphere is relaxed and cozy and that's all that matters!

Lavery's Bar

Type

Traditional Bar

Space

Bar, dining space, and pool hall

Crowd

Young to Mature Adults

Address

12-18 Bradbury Place,Belfast, BT7 1RS, United Kingdom

Website

Lavery's Bar

Any Notes

Cash and credit accepted; no parking available.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION

One of the best date ideas that leads to a hookup is pool. Think about it: a bit of friendly competition and then eventually one of you needs help with how to hold the pool cue and then you have an excuse to get close to each other. Combine that with a bit of healthy drinking and you've got a surefire recipe for success! Lavery's Bar has a bunch of pool tables, plus a great lounge area for while you're waiting for your turn to play. Yes, it can get a bit crowded but it's worth the wait for a fun game! We recommend finding a potential hookup to challenge to a game and see where it takes you.

Belfast Hookup Clubs

Sometimes you want something a bit of a step up from a bar for your night out. We hear that! Why not hit up some of our fave clubs in Belfast!

Kremlin

Type

Nightclub

Space

Bar, dance, and lounge space

Crowd

Young to Mature Adults

Address

96 Donegall Street, Belfast BT1 2GW, United Kingdom

Website

Kremlin

Any Notes

Tickets available at the door; all major cards accepted.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION

The Kremlin is one of the most hopping clubs in all of Belfast. If you are looking to stay out all night and party the night away in a hot, sweaty mess of dancing people, Kremlin is the spot for you! Kremlin is crowded, yes, but if you're looking to meet a ton of people in a short amount of time and get super close and intimate real fast, you're going to definitely want to brave the crowds. You'll find locals and tourists alike of all ages at Kremlin. The music varies but is generally fairly mainstream so everyone can find something! Definitely be sure to check out the weekly drink specials!

Taboo Belfast

Type

Gay Bar and Nightclub

Space

Bar, dance, and lounge space

Crowd

Young to Mature Adults

Address

University Road | Mandela Hall, Belfast BT9 5DP, United Kingdom

Website

Taboo Belfast

Any Notes

All major cards accepted; cash cover at door on some nights; no parking available.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION

Taboo Belfast was the gay community's best kept secret... but then it started to get super popular and now everyone knows what an incredible nightclub it is. Despite growing in popularity over the last few years, Taboo has still maintained it's fantastic atmosphere, great drink prices, and super cool crowd. You're almost guaranteed to find someone at this club, trust us. Fridays and Saturdays tend to get crowded but if you show up early, you're golden! The music is generally house or trance—the perfect thing to get really close to your dance partner with!

Culture Club

Type

Night Club and Lounge

Space

Bar, lounge, and dance space

Crowd

Young Adults

Address

79-83 May Street, Belfast, BT1 3JL, United Kingdom

Website

Culture Club

Any Notes

All major credit cards accepted; no parking on site but some available nearby; accessible building.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION

If you are wanting a bit more of an upscale club experience in Belfast, we highly recommend the Culture Club. It's still a crazy, hot sweaty dance club but it has a bit of a glitzier feel to it. Guests definitely dress up a bit for Culture Club and you'll want to as well! That way you can attract yourself a super hot man or woman to potentially take home! There are amazing drink specials on every night of the week and the music is always interesting and will really make you want to hit the dance floor and start grinding with the first person you see.

The Perch Rooftop Bar

Type

Bar and Club

Space

Rooftop bar and lounge space

Crowd

Young Adults

Address

42 Franklin Street, Belfast BT2 7GE, United Kingdom

Website

The Perch Rooftop Bar

Any Notes

Elevator access; all major cards accepted; please mind the dress code.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION

The Perch Rooftop Bar is another upscale nightclub in Belfast. Perch is less about dancing and more about hanging out and schmoozing. It's worth it for the views, of course! Situated on the roof of a downtown building, Perch Rooftop Bar gives its guests incredible views of Belfast. Perch also has a rather strict dress code so be sure to keep that in mind before you pop in. However, it is worth it for the delicious drinks and upscale clientele for sure. And while you won't be getting your dance on at Perch, you'll be downing drinks with likeminded flirty people and who knows where that could lead. We hope to someone's bed, of course!

Monday Night Comedy Club

Type

Comedy Club

Space

Bar and live performance space

Crowd

Young to Mature Adults

Address

296 Ormeau Road | Pavilion Bar, Belfast BT7 2GB, United Kingdom

Website

Monday Night Comedy Club

Any Notes

Tickets available at the door but always best to book in advance.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION

If you're looking for a totally different nightclub experience, why not try a comedy club? They say the best way to connect with someone is through laughter and at the Monday Night Comedy Club you are sure to get your laughs in! At the club you can order food and drinks so really, your whole night is sorted. People often go with a date but there are always plenty of singles hanging out at the bar waiting to get to know someone. The acts vary depending on what night it is and you can check in advance on the website.

Berts Jazz Bar

Type

Music Bar

Space

Lounge and music space

Crowd

Mature Adults

Address

16 Skipper Street, Belfast BT1 2DZ, United Kingdom

Website

Berts Jazz Bar

Any Notes

Walk ins welcome; cash cover required at the door.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION

And for something completely and totally unique, have you ever been to a jazz bar? We know what you're thinking, that jazz bars sound dull. Well, you haven't been to Berts before then! Berts is a cozy, sensual space made for picking up people in. The lighting is low and the chairs super cozy so you can really get close while you're listening to the great jazz music. And if you haven't ever really listened to jazz before, trust us when we say it is sexy! That combined with a killer drinks menu and you are guaranteed a great night at Berts Jazz Bar.

Belfast Swingers Clubs

Admittedly, much of the Belfast swinging community takes place privately and not in venues. However, that doesn't mean they don't exist! And the few that do, listed below, are definitely some of the best we've found in the entire UK!

Killing Kittens

Type

Members Only Club

Space

Private Rooms and Common Areas

Crowd

Young to Mature Adults

Address

Address Available Upon Request

Website

Killing Kittens

Any Notes

Must be a member to attend events; age restriction in place.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION

Killing Kittens is a super popular sex club that brings its parties to cities all across the UK. Much to the pleasure of Belfast, it brought its parties to the city recently and locals and tourists alike couldn't be more excited! Killing Kittens has a variety of sex parties, the most popular being the swingers parties. Once you are approved as a Killing Kittens member, you can access the full calendar of events in your area. Whether you're new to swinging or an old pro, you'll be super welcome at Killing Kitten parties. After you've attended one Killing Kittens party, you'll be a lifelong fan for sure.

The Pipeworks

Type

Members Only Club

Space

Private Rooms and Common Areas

Crowd

Young to Mature Adults

Address

1 - 5 Donegal Lane, Belfast BT1 2LZ, United Kingdom

Website

The Pipeworks

Any Notes

Must be over 21 to enter; must be member to access venue.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION

The Pipeworks is a popular bathhouse in Belfast. In fact, it is one of the few! And because Belfast has so few swinging and sex clubs, it has also become a great haven for all sorts of fun and sexy activities. Swingers parties don't happen very often, so keep an eye on their website for details. And when they do happen, they tend to fill up super fast. In order to RSVP to one of The Pipeworks swingers parties, you must be a full member of the club. It's worth the sign-up fee, though!

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What did we tell you — Belfast is way more fun than you might have first imagined! In fact, with a list like this you'll likely wear yourself out over one trip. We recommend coming back to the city again and again to really make the most of your time here. Once you've made it through our list, you can find more Belfast hookup spots here!

And if you are looking for a city to visit after Belfast, why not try Manchester? It's got an incredible hookup club bars scene.