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The Maverick 1 Union St, Belfast BT1 2JF

The Maverick

103 Reviews
Gay bar
  • Friday5 PM–1 AM
  • Saturday2 PM–1 AM
  • Sunday2–10 PM
  • MondayClosed
  • Tuesday7 PM–1 AM
  • Wednesday5 PM–1 AM
  • Thursday5 PM–1 AM
The Maverick 1 Union St, Belfast BT1 2JF

About the Business

Home | The Maverick | A radical alternative in the heart of Belfast's Queer Quarter.

Contacts

Website
http://www.themaverickbelfast.com/
Call Us
02890942049
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1 Union St, Belfast BT1 2JF
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Hours

  • Friday5 PM–1 AM
  • Saturday2 PM–1 AM
  • Sunday2–10 PM
  • MondayClosed
  • Tuesday7 PM–1 AM
  • Wednesday5 PM–1 AM
  • Thursday5 PM–1 AM
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Features

  • Debit cards
  • NFC mobile payments
  • Credit cards
  • Delivery
  • Wheelchair-accessible entrance
  • LGBTQ+ friendly
  • Transgender safe space
  • Wheelchair-accessible car park
  • Wi-Fi
  • Takeaway
  • Alcohol
  • Beer
  • Cocktails
  • Spirits
  • Wine
  • Seating
  • Toilets
  • Groups
  • Accepts reservations
  • Casual
  • Outdoor seating
  • Great cocktails
  • Food
  • Live music
  • Live performances
  • Dancing
  • Quiz night
  • Karaoke

Recommended Reviews

Dean
19.03.2024
The Maverick
AVOID this bar. They'll tyrannize, bully, gossip and harass you especially the two bouncers Jake and Elaine who creepily enough seemed to dominate the bar and ruin the atmosphere. You'll also get accused of falsely stealing drinks. They will scapegoat you.
Mark Phillips
06.02.2024
The Maverick
Bar staff were nice when I was there during the day for 1 pint. Went shopping then back round and female bouncer. I think her name ks Elaine? Refused me entry. She said I was too drunk then said I wasnt one of the community! Discrimination. Might seek legal action. I have 2 witnesses! Disgraceful.
Jess V
06.02.2024
The Maverick
came to a drag night here, it was incredible!!!! cannot fault the performers at all, however one specific bouncer let it down. he was screaming at us to move away from the stage whenever we were within approx 5 feet of it, but being really unnecessarily aggressive about it, and getting visibly angry. he said it was in case one of the drag queens does a kick and accidentally kicks us in the head or something, but a. their legs aren't 1000ft long, and b. why not block that area of the dancefloor off if it's such a hazard? also just why was he getting SO angry and aggressive about it? it's been a few days and I'm still baffled by him. apparently it's a known issue with him and everyone's aware of it so why do they let it continue?
Malcolm Walker
02.02.2024
The Maverick
Good lively fun, friendly staff, stayed for a couple sets and drinks. Wish they served food, but I get it!
Bryony “BryonyB” Bowles
26.01.2024
The Maverick
Amazing!!! Went two nights in a row and loved it both times! Brilliant entertainment and highly recommend the Oh Honey cocktail (only served before 10pm though!)
Eamon Devlin
29.12.2023
The Maverick
We wanted to go into the bar last night as we have been there on a few occasions and had good night. We were stopped from entering the bar by the door staff because as he said WE ARE NOT PART OF THE COMMUNITY. Where is the inclusion in this. If this happened to a member of as he calls his community in any other bar there would be outrage. I won't be back in this bar again if that's there attitude to a paying customer.
Jeff
20.12.2023
The Maverick
I strongly urge you not to waste your time or money here. The bar itself and the bar staff are great, however the door staff are not. It's clear to me and others that they get a kick out of humiliating and picking on members of their own community, which is a real shame. Belfast is in dire need of new (or better) queer and queer friendly venues.
Finbar McGrath
19.12.2023
The Maverick
Absolutely shocking that this establishment allow the bouncers to run, what could be a decent venue, into the ground. The female bouncer (Elaine) is on an obvious power trip and dictates who should and shouldn't enter depending on her mood.Reading other reviews this seems to be a common theme. Best avoided.
Trevor Kelso
17.12.2023
The Maverick
Not the prettiest of places. It's a shame that it cannot be cleaned and made presentable. Drinks are fine, service good.
indigo bluebell
16.12.2023
The Maverick
Would give zero stars if I could. Was refused entry with 3 friends because the female bouncer decided that we weren't part of the community " (her words). How does she know anything about our personal preferences?? Absolute blatant discrimination and certainly not what the LQBQ+ community is meant to stand for. It certainly wouldn't be tolerated if it were the other way around. Just to add that we were not drunk

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1 Union St, Belfast BT1 2JF
The Maverick