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Nadia Breen

Belfast bars and beer gardens accepting walk-ins this summer

Belfast is full of great bars and beer gardens perfect to visit this summer during the fantastic weather.

It can be annoying if you are out and about in the city and fancy a spontaneous drink, but don't have anywhere booked.

Don't worry, there are many places accepting walk-ins meaning you don't have to miss out.

Here's some options for those fancying a last-minute drink with family or friends.

Limelight

(Limelight Belfast/Facebook)

The Limelight full venue is open from 7pm, first come, first served with early arrival advised. Katy's Bar and the beer garden are also accepting walk-ins.

The Bone Yard

(The Bone Yard)

On Bedford street, with parties less than six not needing to book.

Haymarket

Belfast's newest bar formerly known as The Hudson Bar is a walk-in only venue.

The National

(The National)

Cathedral Quarter bar and beer garden where no booking is needed.

The Thirsty Goat

(The Thirsty Goat)

Live music every night, with all parties for drink only allocated on arrival and only taking bookings for food.

The Dirty Onion

(The Dirty Onion)

This Cathedral Quarter bar does not take bookings for tables.

Cutters Wharf

(Cutters Wharf)

Beautiful views with no booking required.

Granny Annie's

(Granny Annie's)

Drinks tables are on a first come, first served basis.

The Cloth Ear

(The Cloth Ear)

For drinks only, a walk-in policy is in place.

The Hatfield

Outdoor tables are allocated on a first come, first served basis.

The Points

(The Points)

No need to book to visit this Dublin Road bar.

The Botanic Inn

(The Botanic Inn)

First come, first served but bookings are now available for larger groups.

The Practitioner

(The Practitioner)

Walk-ins only at this Queens Quarter option.

Filthy McNasty's

(Filthy McNastys)

Has live music and DJs and not taking bookings - so call on down .

The Maverick

(The Maverick)

At Union Street with walk-ins only.

Union Street

(Union Street Bar and Restaurant)

All tables are first come first served.

39 Gordon Street

(39 Gordon Street)

Walk-ins are welcome at this Cathedral Quarter bar.

The Bowery

(The Bowery)

There's no need to book for outside at this Lisburn Road option as outdoor tables are allocated on a first come, first served basis.

The Crafty Vintner

(The Crafty Vintner/Instagram)

Next door to The Bowery and completely walk-in friendly.

The Morning Star

The pub dates back to 1810 (Justin Kernoghan/Belfast Live)

At Pottinger's Entry with reservations for food only. All parties for drinks will be on a first come first served basis.

The Sunflower

The Sunflower's iconic beer garden (Image: (Justin Kernoghan/Belfast Live))

No booking required for this Union Street bar.

The Marcus Ward

(The Marcus Ward)

Located at Bankmore Square and accepting walk-ins for outside tables only.

Ryans Belfast

(Ryans Belfast)

Limited walk-ins are available for drinks, but booking is recommended.

Benedicts

(Benedicts of Belfast/Instagram)

At Bradbury Place and no need to book.

Lavery's Belfast

(Lavery's Belfast/Instagram)

First come, first served basis on Fridays after 7pm and all day Saturday.

Does your bar accept walk-ins? Email news@belfastlive.co.uk to be added to our list.

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