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Coverage dated September 28, 2026 to September 29, 2026

A Belfast supermarket opened a pub, and now everyone wants to see it

Headline from MLive

Lidl opened a pub next to its Ireland supermarket after strict liquor laws blocked alcohol sales, drawing visitors and debate.

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6 articles, oldest first.

  1. Wall Street Journal

    A Supermarket Opened a Pub to Get Around Liquor Laws. Now It Needs Bouncers. (opens Wall Street Journal)

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    Wall Street Journal's feed description

    The bar at Lidl’s new store in Northern Ireland is more than a marketing stunt, even if it has seating that resembles shopping carts.

  2. MLive

    A Belfast supermarket opened a pub, and now everyone wants to see it (opens MLive)

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    MLive's feed description

    Lidl opened a pub next to its Ireland supermarket after strict liquor laws blocked alcohol sales, drawing visitors and debate.

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