The Second Fiddle

You'll find yourself down Cotton Court, tucked into that stretch of Waring Street where Belfast's bar scene actually feels lived-in rather than polished. The Second Fiddle has that unhurried Irish pub atmosphere—dark wood, the kind of low lighting that makes you want to stay longer than you planned, and genuinely friendly staff who aren't performing hospitality. It's the sort of place where locals lean against the bar nursing pints, conversation actually happens, and you might catch live music that doesn't feel like it's been scheduled for Instagram. Whether you're after a quiet pint or arriving when there's a session on, it hits the spot without any pretence.