Margot is a cocktail bar in St Georges Market, Belfast. Rated 4.2 stars from 714 Google reviews. Known for cocktails that justify the price and attentive, knowledgeable bar staff. Best for date night and group drinks. Ranked #14 of 20 in St Georges Market. Price range: €€.
Rankings updated April 2026
Margot
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in St Georges Market
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Quick Verdict
Book ahead and go for cocktails — they're worth the price and the space is genuinely beautiful. The food is secondary and inconsistent enough that you won't regret skipping it.
You want a properly made cocktail in a designed space and you're willing to book because walk-ins won't get a table.
About Margot
Margot is a cocktail bar in central Belfast with 1920s Art Deco decor and a deliberately luxurious, relaxed vibe. It's not a dive or a casual drinks spot — it's designed for proper cocktails, wine flights, and food eaten at a table or the bar. The space splits into multiple rooms with different decor, so you'll navigate through the venue to find your spot. Service is attentive and knowledgeable: one reviewer asked for a Vesper Martini off-menu and the bartenders made it without hesitation. The cocktails are the draw — described as "delicious" and "outstanding" across multiple reviews — and the wine list is extensive with alcohol-free options. Food runs from artisan breads and pasta to steak and fish and chips with curry sauce. It's busy most nights (one recent review notes it was fully booked from 1pm to close), and booking is essential, even for drinks. The refurbishment in early 2025 added to the appeal, though some reviewers note the sofas lack back support and seating can be tight on packed evenings.
What Stands Out
Cocktails that justify the price
Five separate reviews praise the cocktails as "outstanding", "delicious", and "very reasonably priced". One reviewer specifically requested a Vesper Martini off-menu and the bartenders accommodated without hesitation. Another notes the cocktails are "on the high end, price wise, but you are in the middle of town".
Attentive, knowledgeable bar staff
Multiple reviews describe staff as "fabulous, friendly and efficient", "attentive", and "super friendly". One reviewer praised a younger bartender for consulting a senior mixologist to make a custom drink correctly.
Distinctive, luxurious decor across multiple rooms
Reviews describe "sumptuous Afro-Deco theme", "very 1920s decor", "beautifully decorated", and note the venue has "various little rooms — all different decor". One reviewer called the refurbishment "to die for".
What Customers Say
Very reasonably priced too Service great and overall deserves the 5* Thanks for a really lovely first experience.
Food was really good, tasty, well presented and hot.
I went for cocktails here on Sunday evening with some friends.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Margot
Yes. One recent review states "Booking is essential as our table was fully booked from 1pm until close", and another notes "Strongly advise to book, even for drinks!" Walk-ins may not get a table, especially on weekends.
Reviewers consistently praise them as "outstanding", "delicious", and "very reasonably priced". The bartenders are knowledgeable enough to make drinks off-menu — one customer requested a Vesper Martini and they obliged. Expect to pay more than a casual bar, but less than a speakeasy in other cities.
It's inconsistent. Starters like artisan breads (toasted focaccia) and curry sauce with fish and chips are praised, but mains like pasta and steak are described as "not particularly memorable" and "slightly fatty". Chips are "excellent". Go for drinks and order food if you're hungry, but don't expect it to be the reason you're there.
Described as "cosy", "luxurious but relaxed", with "good music" and "brilliant bartenders". The venue has multiple rooms with different decor. It gets "very busy" and "full by evening", so expect noise and crowds on Saturday nights. One reviewer noted it wasn't ideal if you dislike loud environments.
Yes. Reviews mention "extensive drinks menu" and "wine flight on offer". One customer had "4 taster wines from the wine flight", and there are "lots of alcohol free options" available.
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