Haymarket Belfast to open new karaoke, cocktail and sports bars
One of Belfast’s largest hospitality venues is opening three new bars, completing a multimillion-pound regeneration and transformation of the historic Haymarket site on the city’s Royal Avenue.
Haymarket Belfast, which is already home to the busy Stock Exchange and Courtyard bars, and The Armoury, has said it will launch three new venues on September 12th.
The expansion into the full first floor of the formerly vacant Haymarket Belfast site at 84 Royal Avenue will double the size of its footprint.
Adding new style, opulence and luxury to the city’s hospitality scene will be the new Crimson Cocktail Lounge, offering an unrivalled choice of show-stopping signature cocktails and nibbles for discerning guests that value exclusivity, privacy and live entertainment.
Meanwhile, Mic Drop, a lively, fun-filled Karaoke Bar, will be home to a collection of highly themed private rooms - including a striking private jet design among others - each offering food and drink service direct to the room and designed with social moments in mind, making them perfect for sharing and capturing on Instagram.
A lively Sports and Live Music Bar for guests keen to get their sporting fix in a fun-filled, high-energy atmosphere, completes the additions.
Owner Gareth Murphy, said: “In just a few short years, we’ve created a new and exciting premium hospitality concept in the heart of the city centre, offering real choice for locals and visitors and we’re excited to be bringing an additional three standout venues to our Haymarket Belfast family.
“We had originally envisaged The Stock Exchange, The Courtyard and The Armoury would complete our investment in the Royal Avenue site, so we’re delighted to be investing further, expanding this iconic building’s footprint for hospitality guests and bringing new experiences to support our growing number of staff.
"Belfast is a great city for socialising and Haymarket Belfast has established itself as a first choice for thousands of guests every week.
“With our booking system now live, we’re encouraging advance reservations – particularly as we are already taking bookings for Christmas parties and expect high demand for group celebrations of all sizes.”
Martina Connolly, Chief Executive of Belfast One BID, which represents 700 multi-sector businesses across Belfast City Centre, said:
“Belfast One are delighted to see the continued transformation and investment in Haymarket, which has created a vibrant and popular multi-venue hospitality destination in the heart of Belfast City Centre, just minutes from City Hall.
"This development reflects the shared commitment to strengthening the city centre, driving growth and reinforcing its position as a leading destination. We would like to congratulate Gareth, James and their team on their commitment, which has helped advance the city centre’s growth and long-term success.”
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