65 Union St., t. 028 9023 2474, www.sunflowerbelfast.com
This 120 yo city centre corner pub has been transformed into a vibrant public house and live music venue. The last Belfast pub to retain it’s 1980’s security cage (re-painted a welcoming green and adorned with flower baskets) it specialises in Irish craft beers, whiskies and gins. Music fans will love the eclectic lineup of live music on the intimate upstairs stage and the impromptu sessions downstairs featuring traditional Irish, Gypsy Jazz and Appalachian styles. It’s hidden gem is the beer garden out back with it’s wood fired pizza oven.
Find it on the fringe of Cathedral Quarter, right behind Central Library and a stones throw (a recognised measurement in Belfast) from the Art College.
Open daily 12 noon to late.