Cathedral Quarter
The John Hewitt
A respected Cathedral Quarter pub named for the Belfast poet and connected with the Belfast Unemployed Resource Centre.
Why it belongs: Beer, music & social purpose
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Belfast Craft Beer and Brewing Venues
Independent breweries, taprooms and pubs linked with Belfast’s modern craft-beer and brewing revival.
Editorial note: This collection is based on the structured venue profiles currently published on BelfastPubs.com. It is designed for comparison and cultural discovery, not as a claim that every possible venue is included.
At a glance
| Venue | Area | Known for |
|---|---|---|
| The John Hewitt | Cathedral Quarter | Beer, music & social purpose |
| Sunflower Public House | North Street | Independent music culture |
| The Deer’s Head | City Centre | Local beer & events |
| The Woodworkers | Golden Mile | Contemporary craft culture |
| Hercules Brewing Taproom | North Belfast | Local brewing revival |
| Boundary Taproom | East Belfast | Co-operative brewing and East Belfast creativity |
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North Street
Sunflower Public House
An independent pub and music venue recognised by its retained security cage and its role in Belfast’s grassroots cultural scene.
Why it belongs: Independent music culture
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The Deer’s Head
A restored central pub with its own Bell’s Brewery connection, event space and a focus on independent beer and culture.
Why it belongs: Local beer & events
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The Woodworkers
A Bradbury Place venue associated with Belfast’s modern craft-beer movement, casual food culture and social games.
Why it belongs: Contemporary craft culture
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Hercules Brewing Taproom
A brewery-led Belfast venue connected with the revival of local independent brewing and the historic Hercules brand.
Why it belongs: Local brewing revival
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Boundary Taproom
A cooperative brewery taproom that represents East Belfast’s contemporary independent production culture.
Why it belongs: Co-operative brewing and East Belfast creativity
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