Rattlebag’s energy comes from the people who fill it. We collaborate with friends who share our ethos - creative, curious, and doing something different. You’ll find monthly art nights hosted by Travi the Native, vinyl-led listening sessions with Philip Arneill of Tokyo Jazz Joints, and music from Rodger Montgomery and the Belfast Music Club crew. We’ve also teamed up with some of the best in the drinks world, from top local brands to standout global bars, for one-off pop-ups that keep things interesting. Rattlebag is a space for collaboration, imagination, and connection. The kind of place where good ideas happen.

In 2026, Rattlebag was awarded an Outstanding rating, or 2 PINs, in the Pinnacle Guide, becoming one of just seven bars worldwide to be elevated to 2 PIN status in the Guide's latest edition, following our 1 PIN award in 2024. Often described as the Michelin Guide for cocktail bars, the Pinnacle Guide recognises venues that are shaping and advancing cocktail culture within their communities. We’re proud to be part of that list, a small Belfast bar with a big love for what we do. We were also named Best Bar in Northern Ireland at the CLASS Bar Awards for the second consecutive year, placing Rattlebag alongside some of the most respected names in the industry. Every accolade means something to us but what matters most is creating a space where great drinks, good music, and genuine connection come together every night.