The Dirty Onion

19/06/2026

Your weekend starts and finishes at The Dirty Onion!

From live music and great craic at The Dirty Onion, to a perfectly poured pint of the black stuff and traditional sessions in The Second Fiddle, plus all your favourite comfort food from Yardbird, we've got everything you need under one roof.

See you this weekend.

15/06/2026

Check out this week's line-up from the link below. You won't be disappointed 😉

The Dirty Onion and The Second Fiddle both offer a range of merch clothing, including GAA-branded Jerseys, Hoodies, Tees, and Socks! If you fancy grabbing yourself something, just ask at the bar on your visit!

12/06/2026

The weekend starts at The Dirty Onion. Round up your mates, grab a pint and enjoy three days of live music from some of the best local acts, right in the heart of Belfast's Cathedral Quarter.

From afternoon sessions to late-night singalongs, there’s no better place to spend the weekend.

08/06/2026

LIVE MUSIC THIS WEEK AT THE DIRTY ONION

Another week of great live music awaits at The Dirty Onion, with talented local artists and bands taking to the stage every day. Join us for a pint and a sesh this week!

Check out this week's full lineup from the link below.

From Dagobah to the Death Star, prove you’re the chosen one of trivia. Join us at The Second Fiddle for a night of pints, fun, and the ultimate Star Wars Quiz! Teams of 2-6 allowed. £150 bar tab for first place and bang average prizes for runner-ups

05/06/2026

The weekend starts here.

From afternoon sessions to late-night performances, we've got live music all weekend long. Grab your mates, a drink and enjoy some of the best local talent in Belfast.

Check the full lineup via our website and plan your weekend sesh!

03/06/2026

WEEKLY LINE-UP

Looking for some great live music this week?

Drop into The Dirty Onion for a pint, soak up the atmosphere, and enjoy another packed week of incredible live music from some of the best local talent around. We've got your weekly soundtrack covered.

Check out this week's full lineup via the link below

From Dagobah to the Death Star, prove you’re the chosen one of trivia. Join us at The Second Fiddle for a night of pints, fun, and the ultimate Star Wars Quiz! Teams of 2-6 allowed. £150 bar tab for first place and bang average prizes for runner-ups

27/05/2026

BEAMISH X THE DIRTY ONION MERCH

Our new merch has officially dropped and we've teamed up with Beamish on a bespoke design inspired by the venue itself. Created in collaboration with a local artist, the artwork captures the spirit of The Dirty Onion and the atmosphere that makes the place what it is.

From late-night sessions and creamy pints to Belfast trad culture, this one’s for the regulars.

The collection includes hats, tees and hoodies and is available now in venue while stock lasts.

26/05/2026

LIVE MUSIC 7 NIGHTS A WEEK!

The sun won't be out for too long, knowing this place, so grab some rays in the beer garden this week and a live gig with a few beers! Click the link for the full line-up!

From Dagobah to the Death Star, prove you’re the chosen one of trivia. Join us at The Second Fiddle for a night of pints, fun, and the ultimate Star Wars Quiz! Teams of 2-6 allowed. £150 bar tab for first place and bang average prizes for runner-ups

22/05/2026

BANK HOLIDAY WEEKEND SESSIONS!

We're packed out with live music this weekend! Anna's Number is taking to the beer garden stage on Sunday night from 8.30pm, and then Monday evening at 6pm, we have local talent Esmeralda Road taking over the inside bar for a ticketed event. Secure your tickets from the link below!

ESMERALDA ROAD EVENT TICKETS:
https://tinyurl.com/2zrun48s

20/05/2026

Our sister restaurant Yardbird offers some of the best rotisserie chicken in town hands down and it's open daily from 12pm. Check out their menu on The Dirty Onion website and book a table. They also accept walk-ins 🐔🍗🤤