Duke of York is a pub in St Georges Market, Belfast. Rated 4.7 stars from 5260 Google reviews. Known for staff who actually care and walls that hold the city's history. Best for group nights out and live music evenings. Ranked #16 of 20 in St Georges Market. Price range: £10–20.
Rankings updated April 2026
Duke of York
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in St Georges Market
Holding steady
Quick Verdict
Locals return because it's a proper Belfast pub run by people who know how to pour a pint and make strangers feel welcome. It's the real thing, not a tourist simulation.
Walk in on a Friday or Saturday evening before 9pm if you want a seat; arrive earlier on weekdays or expect to stand at the bar.
About Duke of York
Duke of York is a pub in the heart of Belfast's St George's Market, where locals and tourists collide over pints and live music. The walls are carpeted with decades of collectables—vintage signs, memorabilia, photographs—so dense you'll spot something new every time you look up. Staff know what they're doing: they pour a proper Guinness, they stock a serious beer and wine selection, and they'll steer you toward what matters in the city. It's casual and cosy without trying, the kind of place that fills up by evening and stays full. Live music happens regularly. You're here for the atmosphere, the company (locals are genuinely friendly), and a drink that tastes like someone cared about it. Food isn't the draw—reviewers mention the drinks, the staff, the walls, the vibe. No reservations, no online menu, no pretence.
What Stands Out
Staff who actually care
Multiple reviews praise specific bartenders by name and note they're 'helpful, fun and great at his job' and 'polite.' One reviewer called them 'A1' and noted 'customers gel well.' Staff also offer local knowledge and recommendations.
Walls that hold the city's history
Reviewers consistently mention spending hours looking at memorabilia and collectables. One said 'you see something new every time you look,' another called it 'rich in history' and noted the 'hundreds of vintage stuff on the walls.'
Proper drinks poured right
Reviews highlight 'really good Guinness,' 'great beer selection,' and a 'great wine list.' One reviewer simply noted 'decent pints' as reason enough to return.
What Customers Say
Great atmosphere, decent pints, bar staff are A1 and customers gel well.
You could spend hours looking at the walls, it's got a lot of memorabilia!
As was the young lady working along side him the daytime we went in on monday.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Duke of York
No online booking available. Walk in anytime, but expect to queue or stand at the bar on Friday and Saturday evenings after 8pm.
£10–20 per person depending on what you drink. Beer and spirits are standard pub pricing.
Reviewers don't mention food as a feature. This is a drinks-focused pub—come for the beer, wine, and cocktails, not dinner.
Yes. There's a wheelchair-accessible entrance, accessible seating, and accessible toilet facilities.
Yes. Live music and performances happen regularly. One German reviewer specifically praised the 'mega Livemusik.'
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