The Practitioner is a bar and restaurant at 65–67 University Street in Belfast’s Queen’s Quarter. Part of Queen’s Hotel Belfast, it welcomes hotel guests, students, local residents and visitors into a lively room designed for food, drinks and conversation.
The food menu covers relaxed lunches and substantial evening meals, giving the venue a clear dining role alongside its bar. Familiar pub-style choices make it an accessible option for a casual visit or a group with varied appetites.
A dedicated Sunday menu gives the end of the week its own rhythm, while table reservations help diners plan around live sport and busier events. Service continues into the evening, allowing a meal to lead naturally into drinks.
Beer, wine, cocktails and non-alcoholic choices support both food pairings and drinks-led visits. Guests with allergies, intolerances or dietary requirements should check the current menu and kitchen procedures with staff before ordering.
Address: 65–67 University Street, Belfast BT7 1FY, Northern Ireland
The Practitioner Menu
Small Plates
3 for £22.00
Pork Belly Tonkatsu
Roasted cashews, sesame slaw (GF)
Chicken Wings
Options: Miso Caramel | Gochujang Hot Wings (spicy) (GF)
Patagonian Scallops Scampi
Nori tartare sauce, fries (GF)
Charred Caesar Salad
Kalamata olives, Parmigiano, anchovy dressing, croutons (V)
Charred Halloumi
Chilli jam, pickled red onion (V, GF)
Truffle Cheese Fries
Fries, Templegall cheese, truffle aioli (V, GF)
Vegan Lamb Spring Rolls
Coconut raita, pistachio dukkah (VG)
Large Plates
Picanha Steak
Grilled picanha steak, fresh chimichurri, sea salt (GF)
Panang Chicken Rice Bowl
Jasmine rice, panang curry sauce, pickled ginger, herbs – options: Crispy Chicken | Tofu (VG)
Smash Beef Burger
Double smashed beef patties, melted cheese, house relish, fries
Korean Fried Chicken Burger
Crispy buttermilk chicken thigh, gochujang glaze, sesame slaw, pickled cucumber, brioche bun, fries
Pork Belly Flatbread
Slow-cooked crispy pork belly, toasted flatbread, gochujang mayo, kimchi, pickled cucumber
Duck on Waffle
Crispy duck, five-spice maple syrup, pickled red cabbage, blackberry hoisin sauce, Belgian waffle
Macaroni Alla Puttanesca
Macaroni, tomato, olives, capers, garlic, chilli, parsley (VG)
Classic Italian Carbonara
Spaghetti, crispy pancetta, egg yolk emulsion, pecorino romano, black pepper
Dessert
Churros
Golden, crispy churros dusted with cinnamon sugar, served with silky tiramisu cream for dipping.
White Wine
Glass 175ml | Glass 250ml | Bottle
Vinazza Garganega Pinot Grigio, Italy
Lime, lemon and apple fruit with a hint of honeyed notes all washed down with floral aromas of honeysuckle.
Aquiline Sauvignon Blanc, South Africa
Attractive and complex nose dominated by herbal & citrus notes, with a touch of white peach and tropical fruit.
Water Stop Station Chardonnay, Australia
Hints of lemon zest and green apple with a lingering buttery finish and notes of vanilla and spice.
Kiwi Cuvee Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc, New Zealand
In-your-face aromas of tropical and ripe passion fruit, grapefruit, or even mango. On the palate full bodied with racy acidity..
Domaine de la Motte Chablis, France
Restrained citrus and of touch of stone fruit with a chalky quality on the nose. Very balanced throughout, the palate is clear and linear with pleasing citrus underpinned by a fine minerality.
Red Wine
Glass 175ml | Glass 250ml | Bottle
Sol de Chile Merlot, Chile
Brightly perfumed fruit, a hint of lavender, ripe and rich red summer berries, plums and damsons.
Water Stop Station Shiraz, Australia
Hints of chocolate, coffee, mint and black pepper delivering a complex wine with a great finish.
Estampado Malbec, Argentina
Purple red in colour, bright and intense. Fresh fruity aromas of plum and cherry. Balanced in the mouth with a pleasant finish. A really bight expression of Argentina’s most loved grape variety.
Mendiondo Tempranillo, Spain
An attractive, modern style with lifted aromatics of bramble fruit with some pepper and spice. Substantial on the palate, with plummy fruit, ripe tannins and a gently savoury, fresh finish.
Boutinot Les Coteaux Cote du Rhone Village, France
Brambly fruit underpinned by subtle oaky nuances, lovely sweet spice – warm star anise with a touch of cinnamon.
Sparkling Wines
Glass 125ml | Glass 250ml | Bottle
Champagne Gremillet Sélection Brut, France
A stunning, award winning Champagne that delivers on all fronts!
Santa Loretta Prosecco, Italy
Bursting with youthful, fruity flavours include pear, peach, melon, and pear drop candy. Its high acidity refreshes the palate.
Rose Wine
Glass 175ml | Glass 250ml | Bottle
Burlesque White Zinfandel, USA
Strawberry and crisp pear on the palate, fresh fruit and a hint of sweetness to finish. This is one cheeky rosé!
Ancora Pinot Grigio Rose, Italy
Strawberry and crisp pear on the palate, fresh fruit and a hint of sweetness to finish. This is one cheeky rosé!
Wine Cocktails
All Wine Cocktails £8.95
Kir Royale
Blackcurrant liqueur, prosecco
Mimosa
Fresh orange juice, prosecco
Bellini
Fresh peach juice, prosecco