The 50 best places to party in Bristol

I recently visited Thekla for the first time and was amazed by how accessible and easy it was for a disabled person to enjoy a gig there. Blue Badge parking is free just outside the door and from a comfy chair on the viewing balcony, you have a wonderful view of the stage (see photos). I was able to climb the few stairs down to the viewing balcony as my assistant carried my walker downstairs and I followed him with my walking sticks. Bit it might not be so easy for someone in a wheelchair. We did not sample the food but had drinks, and the the service at the bar was impeccable. The security staff at the door had been notified of our arrival: they were friendly and ushered us past the queue, which was useful. The Michael Monroe gig we attended was a wonderful experience and I hope there will be something else worth seeing soon, as I would love to return to Thekla.

Interesting venue for a night out. We loved the smoking area, the toilets, the bar, not so much the music in that particular day but definitely a place to come back

I've not been to The Thekla for a very long time and it did not disappoint! As a disabled person now, I was a little anxious, but the accessibility team made my visit as great as it ever was. My name was on the door as promised and it wasn't too far to the balcony where I found a chair with my name on it. A fabulous view to boot made me feel like a queen! We didn't eat, but the service at the bar was excellent. All in all, a really fantastic night out and a huge thanks to the team for making it so easy for me. I haven't enjoyed a live music venue so much for ages and will definitely be going back! 100% recommend :)

If you’ve ever wanted to party like a pirate, but with more sequins and less scurvy, this is your spot. A nightclub on a boat. Yes. It floats. It thumps. It rocks. (Literally. Bring motion sickness tablets if you’re not into interpretive dance with the floor.) Staff: If the crew were any more detached, they'd be floating outside the boat. Orders ignored, eye contact avoided like it was contagious. Floor: oh. My. God. Sticky. So sticky. It was like walking on treacle mixed with Red Bull. At one point, I genuinely considered leaving my shoes behind and starting a new life barefoot.

I went here in October and was amazing, but I went last weekend and was was full of strange people, pushing around and even a fight?! Not what you expect on a night out. The music is boring and repetitive, a lot of Katy Perry songs

First of all, the music was great for the pop confessional. The DJ was lovely and I enjoyed the night. However, towards the end I didn’t feel safe in the club. There was hardly any security inside the club. Unfortunately, a man kept trying to touch me and corner me against the wall even when I pushed him away and said no. It was very uncomfortable and I had to leave early. There were no staff to intervene even though I was visibly upset and scared.

I’m not local but I’ve been to two gigs here with a friend who lives in the city. Giant Drag a few years ago and Blondshell most recently. It’s a really cool and unique venue on a boat in the city. I love that they have an accessibility scheme, as lot of smaller venues do not. Sadly I’m unable to stand for long periods of time so I’m really grateful for them setting up a chair for me on the balcony for me, otherwise I’d not be able to attend. The sound is great in there, cool ambience too. It’s a bit of a maze to navigate but I guess that’s to be expected from an old ship! I look forward to my next visit!

Had some of the best nights of my life here. Great line ups, always. Those lasers were put up with lots of love and the sound system is absolutely fantastic. Big loss for the city of Bristol, things won’t be the same once Motion is gone.

Awesome venue with fantastic sound system! Main room is huge, and the upstairs areas offer great views and more space to dance! Smaller room is more intimate but the sound is very good. Arrived at about 11 on a sold out night and was very easy to get in, got searched but not to a crazy extent. Water station positioned in one of the bars, soap and paper in toilets, and really cool outdoor areas (especially the small one).

This weekend was the best! So sad to see it go! Whoever sold it for stupid offices or whatever they’re changing it to should get s h o t 🩷🩷🩷

Wow! Queue time for Sasha, John Digweed and Nick Warren went surprisingly quickly and smoothly. Entrance to two different rooms was well sound proofed so little if any interference. Drinks were understandably expensive, but that's club prices for you! Toilets were clean enough! Sound system was INCREDIBLE. Dance floor heaving with good natured clubbers! Think that's the older generation for you! Seeing these ABSOLUTE LEGENDS up close and personal (we made it to the front and stayed until 5:00am!) was quite emotional. A wonderful night out and a sunrise walk home! Cheers Motion! Brilliant xx

I bought tickets for the 90s event on Saturday and when I turned up I discovered one of the 3 DJs I wanted to see had been dropped by Motion not the promotor. It turns out some low life made accusations on Facebook and Motion decided to cancel the DJ. It is completely disgusting behavior when everyone is entitled to a different opinion. The accusations were completely unfounded and unsupported which apparently is enough to get an artist cancelled.

Came to Bristol to visit Motion, ended up here both Friday and Saturday! Sound was great, vibes were great. Drinks were expensive but as expected, no bar queues. Toilets on the inside were average. Outside toilets were absolutely atrocious, cisterns on the floor, no locking doors it was bad, portaloos were more palatable than those! But apart from that & the poor queuing system to get into the main room it was a great great place to come

A great venue in warmer months ... You need to wrap up warm in Winter months ! ... Excellent for live music 🤟

I've been to Lakota twice recently, two weeks apart. The first was a rave called Tribe of the Frog and it was great. The second one was a day disco called Bed by 10 and it was horrible. My advice is make sure you know exactly what kind of event you're attending at the club, because they differ a lot. Otherwise, good service, four dancefloors, good selection of drinks. The biggest minus are the long queues to the cloakroom.

Frogged it pretty thoroughly the other night. Everyone looked really good in their UV get ups. Lakota is a great venue, the security ain't too bad. The place has character, as do many of the attendees. Weird and wonderful.

Booked a ticket for Rum Punch "VIP EVENT" The venue is an absolute dump. Blocked toilets by 5pm! Dark and dingy inside. Some parts indoors cordoned off like a building site which surely can't be safe given the number of people attending the event. Witnessed some staff decantering spirits into plain bottles? Not sure what that was all about. I only booked to see Rampage however left before there set at 8pm. Absolute stinking dump. Should be closed down.

Been here a few times for tribe of 🐸 It's been amazing every time and the 25th birthday party 🎉🧡🐸🧡

I've been putting up my UV backdrops up here for decades, I'm surprised it's still standing. The building will need a blue plaque one day 👏

The night was lovely and we lost our mate. We were so worried. Drunk people being drunk. Then Cacey came to our rescue. All of my visiting friends who can from far and wide had never seen a bouncer be so caring for our worries. She helped us find our friend, support her and make us continue having an amazing night. The world would be better with bouncers like Cacey. Wouldn't have stayed without her. Also gay. And she made me feel very safe xxxxx

Best rave / club venue in the country, bar none! The location, atmosphere and layout all combine to knock you for six, brilliant club and a must see for any raver worth their salt.

Security guards refused to help someone who was laying on the floor outside their club, refused to find his friends in the club even though he wasn’t from Bristol. He was lying on the floor almost unconscious as they smirked and laughed at us asking for help. Absolutely disgraceful. This could have been someone spiked and in need of severe medical care and they completely disregarded him after throwing him out. Not a safe environment to go out in. Security guards clearly don’t care for actual safety and on a big power trip. Photos of two of the 5 guards below.

On Halloween night, we bought a VIP ticket, and honestly, I wish we hadn’t. They gave us the worst seats, and moved us around so many times that it became infuriating. We repeatedly asked the staff to relocate us to a better area since we’d paid for VIP, and we were always polite in our request. However, the staff kept twisting our words, implying that we were being disrespectful, which was absolutely untrue. They charge you for VIP, but there’s truly no difference in treatment or seating. What I realized was that the staff here are manipulative and take advantage of customers. I deeply regret ruining my evening by coming to this place, especially since, in the end, they actually threw us out. If you’re drinking here, be careful — a female staff member might accuse you of “speaking disrespectfully” or even claim you “touched her inappropriately,” just to get you removed. Even when I spoke with the manager, I made it clear that I was addressing them with respect, yet they still insisted I was being rude. This behavior is simply exploitative and unacceptable.👎

Went along with a hen party to the dreamboys in Bristol. Apparently the bride paid for front row seats (a premium) but the dreamboys barely paid her any attention. Instead spent their time with the back of the crowd/with people they already had interactions with. Microphones didn't work very well. Couldn't hear the drag act clearly throughout the room. One "dream boy" forgot his props and just stood in the middle of the floor gesturing to the others in the room and became more and more irritated as time went on. The rest of the night he was spotted various times with his hands in his pockets, scowl across his face - seething with the world.. sorry pal. But as a performer myself I say to you.. always check your props! He even pushed a woman away when she asked for a selfie. Which in all fairness is fine, if it's the rules but there was no reason why he had to do it the way he did. He was moderately violent by all accounts. The room was big and plenty of room for hens/divorce parties and birthdays. The drag act was funny, cheap(ISH) drinks and the toilets all seemed in good order. Won't be visiting again. It was just awkward and I didn't know where to look. One of them looked like was rudely interrupted by a toaster during his end of week bath. Oh yeah. Where I was sat (next to a pillar) I found a staple sticking out as it caught my arm (I was reaching to put my drink on the floor). I couldn't get it out of the wall or push it in flat. Ruddy hurt!

We have been there for few times and let me start with smoking area . Few people in there selling something that is not possible with that gate in front of the entrance to go in . Their bottle of vodka or whisky, it seems like they bought alcohol from hospital and they filled their bottle . VIP services they are trying to get more then 40 groups for VIP and then they are trying to kick you out by the reason that they are making for themselves. They are not able to serve more then 5 groups for VIP . They like to make money VIP tables are avaliable in their website without mentioning where is the table and they have some seats for everyone wich is next or front of the toilet they trying to give you that table for VIP😂. If you try to defend for your right they pretending you were rude or you disrespect because they have no space for the groups who come after you to be in face with this situation. If you lose your brain you can go there and enjoy with terrible. And each time you go there you can see some blood in smoking area they can't control anything . People are fighting, they are thinking how to cheat on your booking. 😂

A few weeks back me and a friend were in the smoking area, having a laugh, as you do when you’re out with friends. Until one of your doormen under the name Ryan came up to us and started getting rude with us as he suspected we were talking about him. As me and a friend tried to de-escalate the situation by walking back inside after telling him he had nothing to do with our conversation, he decided to follow us and stop us at the top of the stairs. He tried to abuse his power as ‘supervisor’ (he told us he was supervisor) and tell us he was kicking us out, although we didn’t do anything wrong. He was pointing in my friends face shouting ‘what you gonna do about it?’ And trying to provoke my friend to do something to him, which of course, they never. We then tried to leave again, but he grabbed my friend by the arm and dragged them down the stairs with absolutely no reason other than he felt like it. Once my friend had shouted for him to get off, he let go but continued to follow us outside. We walked PAST the aquarium and he was still trying to argue and follow us until we got near the city centre. He eventually backed off but kept shouting inappropriate comments at us. I believe that this was very uncalled for and it triggered my friend and sent them into a panic attack due to ptsd. This is classified as ASSAULT. If this is a supervisor at your establishment, is this correct procedure and a normal way for them to act? It has also been brought to my attention, along with many other customers that this specific doorman (ryan) is known for taking drunken girls home from out the back of Pryzm? This is according to some of your staff members and older employees who no longer work there. Is this being monitored? Has any attention been brought upon this? I believe he is 26-28 years of age and these girls have been younger. Does this not break any code of conduct and are these managers seriously allowing this to happen? I understand his shift must be over but it’s still quite strange. Other than that, I enjoy going to this club! Atmosphere is amazing. Music is 10/10 in all rooms! Bar staff are great and friendly.

Went to an Adobe event, short blonde female bar tender was rude and frankly treated people with utter contempt. Totally baffling behaviour, would never advise anyone to hold events there. Totally took the shine off an otherwise fun gathering.

1 star for toilets ! I know people get drunk and can pee on floor, but the smell and overall condition looked like they don’t have cleaners at all. Feels like toilets are not a part of this club. Clogged toilets and broken taps. You can’t just pee in peace. No matter how drunk you are, go the toilet and you will come out sober. No issues with staff or music honestly.

We went to a club night and danced our shoes off. Amazing atmosphere, prompt and friendly service, clean toilets. We didn't eat, so I can't comment on the food. My only complaints are the low ceiling in the larger room (I'm quite tall though) and the tiny dance floor in the smaller one, but that's just the nature of the venue. We'll definitely go there again.

Celebrated my birthday in The Den. A good size room that caters for upto 60 people, with great DJ equipment, sound quality and well stocked private bar. Well decorated and seating area that was reasonably priced and good friendly service all round. Will go again!

AN OUTSTANDING CLUB IN BRISTOL! Friendly happy atmosphere with constant smiles and good vibes that will make you feel safe. Staff were very helpful and fast serving the drinks. Basement 45 has that special underground rave scene vibe that keeps you dancing all night! The sound system is out of this world with that satisfying thump of bass and beats that will slap that smile on your face! 5 star rating guys

I hired out The Den for my 30th birthday and we had such a great time, big thank you to Mark! It was the perfect size for my group (40ish people), we were able to play our own music, had a great sound system and lights, and had someone behind the bar in the room the whole time. I'd definitely recommend booking - we'll be back for sure ❤️

I travelled all the way from Oxford to visit the place last Saturday night. I arrived a bit late. However, the amazing polish manager allowed me in and offred me a drink. This's an amazing place to have great time , music and friendly staff. Highly recommend

Mark and his team were super helpful getting me set up for my private party at basement 45. The den was the perfect space, great equipment and a great time had by all.

Great little venue that supports smaller promoters across it's 4 rooms! Mark and his team are super friendly, knowledgeable and always keen to help you out!

Great music venue in the centre of Bristol. Decent sound, even right by the speakers, & good visibility from most points. Good drinks selection, including alcohol-free to cater for everybody. I also liked that there's a water tap at the side to let folks rehydrate without having to queue at the bar. Definitely a place to check out.

Amazing Venue first time in Bristol for a gig and wasn't disappointed Great Staff very rustic bohemian vibes in this place. Really friendly people Good selection of beers and spirits. Parking in an NCP directly above the building.

The decor is quirky, the venue size is adequate and the toilets are mostly functional. The sound engineering for the band I went to see was good. Mostly a decent place, however: the alcohol free beer selection was beyond crap. In a city bursting with craft breweries left, right and centre which produce various IPA's, Pale Ales and so on... The only options were just TWO massively overpriced foreign lagers. Bitburger 330ml tin, or an Asahi bottle of the same size. I was very, very disappointed with this. Water was all I had. Strange Brew, PLEASE take note.

Had such a great evening here. Went to see Daisey Moon and Roza Terenzi. Great sound. Intimate venue. Great bar staff. Roughly half venue given over to chill out and chat, with a rave cave to the rear. Will keep an eye out for other stuff going on here as I liked the venue so much.

Ok bar but very little seating available for the age group the band was likely to & did attract,this has not been the case at previous gigs attended at the same venue.

I highly recommend this place for a really good night out the staff here are both kind and accommodating especially for myself being disabled Leigh was absolutely brilliant and made sure I had a comfortable seat and didn’t have to worry all staff were polite and homely the place itself is lovely inside the lighting very warm cozy I’m sure I will be returning here again soon when a venue comes up it’s ideal for disabled people as it’s all on one level I had a great memorable night I recommend this great place to anyone. Thank you Leigh and staff for a wonderful evening your fantastic

What a great local gem. A fantastic selection of events and music acts. If you’re short, this is a great venue! The stage is raised so you nearly always have a great view and there is a raised platform for an extra boost. Also it’s much wider than it is long, so the views are generally great. Wide selection of local beers and drinks. Always a good time at Strange Brew! Feels very different depending on the event, which is quite unique to this venue

Had a fantastic night out here. The atmosphere was electric, the music was on point, and the crowd was full of energy. It was the perfect place to let loose and have a great time with friends. The drinks were flowing, the dance floor was packed, and everyone was having a blast. If you're looking for a fun and lively night out in Bristol, I highly recommend

Lost phone on Wednesday and was appalled by the experience on trying retrieve it. Not only having the location of my iPhone at lizard lounge the staff especially the manager was uncooperative, and reluctant to help. He stated he had looked in the office as they “do not have lost property”, only after an hour of pestering the staff they went down to look in the office and found it immediately. The manager was unhelpful, rude, and obstinate. Will not be returning!!

Lizard lounge is without a doubt my favourite club in Bristol. My mum used to go here when she was at uni, and following her rave reviews I just had to try it! I am there every week for the great music and atmosphere. I especially love it when room 2 opens, the vibes are always immaculate. There are always really great drinks deals available, and it’s hard to think of a night where I didn’t buy at least 2 VKs. Lizard lounge often invite special guests, and last week I had the pleasure of meeting my idol Cal the Dragon. That was probably my highlight of uni so far! I can’t wait for the many more fun nights this year in my favourite club that are still to come…

It's always such a pleasure to come to lounge, their time out Wednesday sports night is often the highlight of my week and I can't think of a better environment in which to boogie late into the night. Staff here are always really friendly and the music is always on point, especially when they open room 2! I'm a big fan of the photographer who goes round capturing some of our best moments here, thanks to them those memories can last a lifetime. A given in lounge is the infamous VK, one of my favourite nights here was the recent VK party during which VKs were just £1 (!!) and I managed to win some awesome free merch, that I now frequently wear with pride. If you haven't already, I cannot recommend visiting this club enough for anyone looking for a fun night in Bristol. I personally cannot wait for many more nights to come!

Great club with a brilliant atmosphere. The DJ was on their A GAME and the dancefloor was packed. Would be great for larger groups or special nights out as their VIP are is chilled and away from the crowds. Would definitely recommend paying these guys a visit id you're in Bristol 🍾

The bouncers were looking for any excuse to throw us out from the moment we arrived which made for an unpleasant experience. Yes, we were a large, loud group, but we weren’t causing any trouble and didn’t have these issues anywhere else in Bristol. Other than that, club is fine - it’s a typical, basic club with one main room and dance floor. Didn’t like the feel of the place. They were good in advance of the night allowing us to pre-book entry. The place would do a job in the right circumstances but we had a poor experience.

Easily one of my favourite clubs in Bristol, there’s a safe environment with great music and reasonable prices on drinks. As a social secretary for my society I can say that the staff are very honest and upfront about deals and overall a great place to host socials. If going casually or with a society, a good night is guaranteed with lots of memories to be made! 🦎🦎💚💚

Love it here! Went for a couple of pints with my partner, there is constant live mixing and the vibe is on point. Even though we didn’t have any food it smelt and looked delicious! They offer a student discount as long as you have a valid ID and follow their insta. Great decorations of rockstars around the place like Jimi Hendrix and just very colourful and welcoming! Can’t recommend enough:)

Nice pub with good vibe and excellent outdoor area. Staff are friendly. Decor could do with some updating, and the bathrooms are not the best. You can have a very fun night here, if you don't mind places a bit rough and ready.

Relaxed atmosphere and relaxed staff. Pizza was decent - this is not just a pub that sells food, I would eat this pizza again. Music was jovial but that could be who ever was on shift

Great space for beers and your buds 😉 always do fantastic club nights. Great selection of beers and spirits as well as softies. Have a lot of fond memories here and especially fun if you're of the bohemian/wonderland vibes. I've nit personally has the pizza but the tacos and other food vendors are DELICIOUS.

Really good/fun atmosphere. The outdoor seating under cover is ace. Friendly staff, had a whale of a time here for a couple of hours on a stag do.

Really quirky and cool place to spend your evenings, there's a selection of different food stalls you can order from and the bar is normal prices with a nice selection of IPA's. The undercover area is funky and has lots of seating, nice lights and decor with good music lead to an overall great time and experience.

Great place with outdoor space and indoors. It has different little canteens where you can get your food, with nice tasty flavors. Now has big screens as well to watch the matches and the atmosphere is great. It's also a great option for a night out with music cocktails and friends

My friends and I were looking forward to a night out and we were treated horribly by the bouncers. It seems their masculinity was deeply threatened by one of my friends who asked them to stop speaking so rudely to another friend. They have absolutely no respect for young women and their actions caused the club to lose 12 customers tonight.

We attended a bottomless brunch here, and it was one of the most depressing events I’ve ever been to. At £50 a head for the (dis)pleasure. The staff were brilliant, but hugely under equipped for the numbers they were presented with. The singer struggled to create any atmosphere at all with her song choices. I’ve never attended a bottomless brunch where, when we left an hour early, everyone was sat down. The complaints at the bar were innumerable, which made me feel very sorry for the staff who really were doing their best. The food was AWFUL. Chips came 20 mins before the main dish, the food was served wrapped in foil like it came from a van in a car park and was disgusting. I’ve attached a pic but to create a full picture, it was also freezing cold. Awful. Just awful. The only thing worse than the food were the toilets. They could rival the portaloos at Glastonbury. On day 4. With more rotten wood.

I’m sure the club is fine (never seems very busy at all) but the bouncers were so rude !! Me and a friend tried to get in and I accidentally hit a bouncer with my umbrella, for which I profusely apologised. The bouncer was so rude to me and my friend (who tried to defended me) and I am very disappointed with this treatment towards young women! Clearly the male bouncers felt threatened in some way but it is absolutely outrageous they couldn’t set their pride away to realise it was an honest mistake and treat the situation with an appropriate reaction. Will NEVER be coming back! Bristol needs more bouncers that care about young women who are vulnerable on a night out !!!

We had such a great time at Lola Lo’s Cocktail Masterclass! From the welcome drinks to the delicious cocktails and shots, everything was spot on. The staff were friendly and attentive, the atmosphere was full of fun, and they even had alcohol-free options available. It was the perfect couple of hours—thank you for looking after us so well!

Staff are super friendly and are willing to help with anything you need. Drinks are a good price for someone like me who’s a student. Music is always really good. I never feel unsafe when I’m there either.

I hired the club for a private party, after visiting and falling in love with the place. The attention and care I received from the management in making sure all our requirements and needs were met was outstanding. On the night, the door staff were the most respectful, polite friendly staff anyone could ask for- they even went along with the theme of the party! The bar staff worked so incredibly hard, my guests all received excellent service. The DJ interpreted the room and played accordingly to ensure the dance floor stayed packed. The management team were exceptional. They stayed all night to ensure we had the best service and kept coming to check in with me to make sure everyone was happy. The whole experience was fantastic. My guests had the best night, it was an absolutely wonderful time all thanks to the combined hard work of all the staff. Would highly recommend for private hire. Absolutely superb.

A girls trip to Bristol from London! We paid £500 package which was more than enough! This included a VIP TABLE, with cute decor, party poppers 1 bottle of Belvedere Vodka 1 bottle of Pink Gin X4 cocktail sharers X4 bottles or Prosecco GREAT value for money! Atmosphere - was buzzing in the main room but VIP room we were the only group with a table Music - R&B music - DJ was epic! Played the best songs! After 1am it was turning to house, this point I think it’s safe to say we don’t remember much! Vibe - Group of 12 girls for a Hen do Service - the staff were super nice, they kept checking in on us if we needed a top up on mixers 2 minute walk is Triangle Grill if you’re feeling cheesy chips! Parking - no idea about parking but I’d recommend not to drink and drive! I would say the toilets are dirty and grim! That’s the only downside. But the music overall makes it worth it!

Scrumptious sunday roast as per usual. Tried the olives for some nibbles before, wow. Highly recommend

We recently went to OMA for a roast dinner to celebrate bday. The staff was super friendly with great vibes. The food arrived quickly and overall score for food around the table was 4 our of 7. We had a Sunday Roast and everyone knows that roast potatoes are one of the most important things in in the roast. Unfortunately those were not the best, they were not crispy and they tasted like they were cooked the day before or at least couple of hours earlier and left in the water. Pork belly was also in the menu described that it will have crispy skin, but that was not a case. The portion was good to the price tho.

Really cool venue and the staff were lovely but pizzas weren’t as I’d prefer (thin and crispier than I like my sourdough) and thought the child’s pasta was very poor in terms of cost/size/value. £7.50 for a pretty tiny portion of what appears to be penne and shop bought tomato sauce. I will give kudos for being given cheese when I asked it for it at no extra cost though. There are independent venues in Bristol with better kids meals for sure. It’s just a huge shame as after visiting the wardrobe theatre this is the ideal place to stop. Would happily come back for a drink though (great roof terrace) and to try small plates.

We enjoyed a delicious Christmas menu roast here in December, the beef brisket in particular was amazing. Loved the idea of sharing starters and desserts, all cooked really well and great flavour combinations. Had been wanting to try for ages and it lived up to expectations! Very good service and a cool interior too. Highly recommend!

Came for a roast today, which was delicious and the service was excellent. Only removing a star because a pint of diet coke was £4.40, the most I have paid anywhere!

Great atmosphere, friendly staff and delicious food. The staff were very attentive and welcomung. The pizzas arrived quickly and we're delicious. A great place for a pre-gig meal. I would recommend booking for peace of mind. I will be coming back again soon!

Good vibrant atmosphere. Good food, really recommend the pizza which the pub seems to have its own unique way of doing. The manager/shift leader when I visited was really friendly and helpful.

This venue is very very cool! Gigs are always incredible and sound amazing due to the acoustics. Been to a few events here that have been great, the only downside being that service at the bar is incredibly slow. The bouncers for events haven't been very nice either.

Amazing place with great music selection, it’s just next to Temple Meads station. The entrance was £15, but because of the music, vibe and the experience worth the money. There are 3 tunnels which gives the unique vibe to this place and I loved the combination of the darkness with all the colourful lights. The first tunnel is the main bar with good choice of drinks, the only problem there was big queue for getting drinks. Really enjoyed the music and atmosphere, would definitely come back again for different event.

Great venue. Probably could do with dropping the “queer” label as it’s straight af, but still good fun.

An interesting and unique venue for a variety of different events. Set in a cave like area beneath an old building, there was plenty of atmosphere and a variety of rooms in which different events or activities can be hosted. We went for a new years Eve party and had an amazing time as a circus themed event

Lovely atmosphere at Loco Klub which I attended as a member of a Christmas party! The dancers/performers were all in character in stylish costumes and everyone was smiling as we arrived. The performances were a pleasure to watch. The evening was let down by the food which was... quite bad. Weird flavours paired with stale bread and unappetising sauces. Even the pudding was awful so many of us left hungry. Venue and cast highly recommended but they really need to rethink their food.

Very interesting place! Seems like you're in a ginormous wine cellar or underground batman movie. Acustics were very interesting. However, the smell of dampness is too much, felt the air hard to breathe, which made my stay a bit shorter than expected. Did notice that everyone was having great time.

Heady atmosphere for set from Tim Green and Sebastian Leger. Cloakroom available and drinks reasonably priced. Free water.

I can't imagine visiting Bristol again and not staying here! The hostel is large, the rooms are beautiful, clean, and well-equipped. Everything you need is in one place. Want to make dinner? There's a huge kitchen (with free coffee!). Want to chill out? There's a common room with a TV, games, and books! Want to dance? There's a beer garden and two bars downstairs with different styles of music! The staff was also super helpful. I had huge boxes of music equipment with me (I'm a street musician). They helped me organize and store them. I 200% recommend this place!

An easy to get to hostel, it’s right by the bus exchange station. Rooms are spacious enough and staff are very friendly. I wouldn’t say it’s a very clean hostel, the bathrooms weren’t great and were sometimes out of soap and hand towels. The common area and kitchen was great and big. The pub outside is really good and super social. It’s open till late so if you’re an early sleeper, not the best for you. Overall, a fine hostel and they let you keep your bags there for free after checkout.

I'm not someone who usually gives reviews but the situation makes it necessary. Indeed, when you find yourself in a room that costs £70 a night and you can't sleep before 2am, it's a bit limiting. It's true that it's specified on the site that there are evenings until 2am at weekends, which is perfectly normal and acceptable. You know in advance what you're signing up for and it's always a pleasure to see people enjoying themselves. I'm often one of them. No problem with that. However, 80 decibels in room M above the bar are a little less pleasant. The people and the music outside aren't a problem, it is often of high quality and can lull you to sleep. But the bass in the bar are clearly problematic. Earplugs won't help : you can feel it in the floor, the mattress and your body. You might as well go and sleep in the middle of the motorway or on an airport runway, the night will be quieter. I'm not even sure that this is legal in the sense that if a fire alarm sounds in an adjacent room or the corridor, it's not even certain that it would be audible with that noise. My opinion certainly won't change anything about the policy of the place, which is more a place to party than a hostel. Travellers serve as a useful additional source of income, but their comfort is clearly not highlighted and relegated to last place. In short, know what to expect. Book on the top floor if possible. Avoid room M above the DJ. Or come with the aim of partying until 2am or more. To the owner: soundproof? Seal off the M room? Install double glazing? Lower your prices for the most hardcore rooms? Only things that require a bit of investment, which doesn't seem to be your goal, which seems to be more immediate profitability. While the comfort and safety of your residents, as a hostel, should be paramount.

Loved the venue. I arrived to amazing a house music event in the court yard. I appreciated the proper bed, larger bedrooms than most hostels and the staff were the happiest and most welcoming I’ve ever experienced. I’ll definitely recommend and be back! Love your unique vibe 🥰 Great location with loads of cool street art around.

If you want to party then this place is perfect. If you want to sleep between Thursday and Sunday forget it. The vibe was nice, staff were lovely, the place seemed clean but the noise is impossible to ignore. My only other issue is the bunk beds have no ladders. No you need to be pretty agile to get to your top bunk if you're unlucky enough to get one. Had to check out on day of arrival.

Great staff, it is very loud and the music doesn’t stop until 2am. They did offer us earplugs but if you’re a light sleeper I’d avoid. On the other side, if you’re looking for a party it’s definitely the place to be.

I stayed here for a few days when moving homes. It's extremely cosy, lively and has retained the old world travellers hostel atmos. Attached to a pub, located in Stokes Craft the party district of Bristol, things can get pretty wild in a good way. The walls and woodwork is imbibed with art that Bristol City is famous for, the communal places are cared for and there is always a game going on for you to join in. I had a comfortable stay here; the staff were very helpful and chill. The hostel is across the street from Bristol Bus and Coach station and is well connected. All usual facilies are available here. Not recommended for the early to bed types.

The Crofter's Rights is a legendary pub in Bristol, hosting a ton of gigs which I've had the pleasure of attending. The pub is very rustic, with limited seating and no outdoor section. Better use of the rooms could definitely be made. The show area is the highlight, giving great ambience to the bands and providing an acoustically sound environment. The all-black interior makes for unlimited possibilities with lights and immersion.

Music venue with two rooms for gigs and serving craft beer and pizza. Beer is fine, I didn't try the food. There are just not enough seats in the pub and no cloak room so we had to keep our coats on for the entire concert. Also the toilets are down a tiny twisted staircase which is one way only so you need to wait for people to come up before going down, the men's toilet has no door so when you queue for the female loo you'll have guys standing peeing and wafts of urine.Not great

Fantastic venue. I came here on my own for a drink and felt right at home, comfortable to sit in the bar area, read my book and soak up the vibes. There was excellent live music in the venue at the back on a Monday night.

Brilliant Bristol pub and music venue, great that it is back open after being closed for a while.

Love this place. Great beer selection, good events, and the pizza is pretty good, and relatively cheap. You may have to pay on the door when there's events. Shame about the toilets!

Gionatan Scali Band, brilliant set in intimate venue. Atmospheric pub, cool staff, great beers and ciders, in eclectic Stoke's Croft. Cellar toilets were clean and functional, amidst graffiti display. Great drinks and pizzas in garden bar just across the road. Perfect, great night 🌿🌿🌿

Great live music venue with a variety of music styles and absolutely outstanding selection of drinks! If you are in Bristol and want to have a good live music experience, definately visit this place!

Lives up to its name. Really nice intimate venue. The lack of space means you get to know it's friendly clientele quickly. Good choice if you want to get to know new people, or if you like clubbing but not giant crowds.

Cool little space with a nice atmosphere. Unfortunately severely let down by unnecessarily rude and aggressive door staff. Feel like this needs to be addressed by Cosies management as it seems to be becoming a recurring theme. My last experience at Cosies with the door staff was so negative that it's put me off coming here ever again

signs on the bar misleading. charge you a pound extra for a “cup” if you return, there is no refund. frankly very odd

Good music, good drinks and good atmosphere

Thought I'd pop in for old times sake but was given a very hostile welcome from the door staff. I was on a date, we are both in our 40s but were given so much attitude that I really didnt feel like going inside, because if this is the vibe then why are we paying £10 on the door to hang out in one cellar after being made to feel like idiots? Cosies can have a nice atmosphere but after this interaction with the door staff I don't think I will bother taking any other friends there. It was such a shame because once inside despite it being very quiet the music was great.

Absolutely love cosies, such a great lil venue... the manager is an absolute legend wouldn't be the same venue without her running the place and the events have a great range, I've been coming here for years. Security are sound and fair, the other bar staff are also lovely.

It's all in the name, a very comfortable venue to dance all night or chill with a few drinks. Hadn't been there in ages and they've now extended their seating capacity on the pavement just opposite the club to accommodate few more tables. Brilliant memories from this place and always good vibes!

I stepped out for a moment from the best pub in Bristol to check out this place, just because the name caught my eye—I figured the music might be decent. Unfortunately, I can't write a proper review because I didn’t even make it past the door. Turns out, they only let in groups of two or more. So, if you're in Bristol for work or just feel like going out solo, don’t waste your time trying to get in here. You're not welcome—unless, apparently, you come with an entourage.

This was a great nightclub to visit on Saturday, with purple lighting all over the venue! Drinsk counter has multiple colours and strobe lights appear on the dancefloor, there is a disco spot elevated too which was a blast to go on with people. Everyone was friendly and brilliant atmosphere, enjoyed a Desperado's although entry fee is quite expensive for Pop at £10.

Had a weekend in Bristol for a 50th pre booked a booth and a bottle of spirits with free refill on mixers looked after by Dan whome made the night more memorable with great service an all round excellent experience well worth a visit when in Bristol

No stamp system so if you step out, even for a second, you have to repay entry. I got pushed on the dance floor and my mate turned around to tell them off but the bouncers threw us out instead. Staff tipped out my two drinks I just paid for aswell.

£8 to get in on a Saturday and no reentry, which is a joke. Bouncers were cool but guy on the till was pretty rude. Not worth it

Make sure you hold on to your drink!!!! If not any member of staff including the managers will take it away and expect you to buy another!!! The place is a joke after paying to get in!!! Don’t waste your time and money!!!

We had an amazing experience on Saturday night big thank you for Ashleigh for sorting out our VIP experience for my Hen Party, the extras that came with the cocktails were a great touch too. Even our mothers enjoyed themselves. Music was exactly what we wanted. Lots of bar security which made us feel incredibly safe. They were very quick to extinguish anything that shouldn’t be happening.

Great club, Dimitri is a great addition, what a lovely security guard and very understanding. Overall top tier music and staff. Highly recommend.

One of the best venues to listen underground house and techno in Bristol

Holy Cow! Holy Cow has been my go to burger at festivals for years so what fantastic surprise to find they’re doing a pop at The Love In! The secret recipes carry well and are well adhered to. Probably the best burger you’ll ever have. I’m not joking.

Not been here for a little while and forgot what a cool little venue this place is. Friendly security, great quick bar service and always good vibes. Love the architectural lighting sound quality is great! Big up team love!

Great Pub that hosts Club nights, friendly staff & security that cares about the customers.

This is a great venue for Soulful House Dj's Deli G & Sean McCabe. The drinks are not expensive & the service is quick. You really get an eclectic mix of great Urban House sounds combined with people of all ages & from around the world. If you luv House Vibez then you cannot miss this.

yeah of course the club is cool and the music is nice (shout-out to babyschön), but most importantly the people working there are an absolute delight. I was in a tight situation and they did not hesitate a single second to help me and support me. I'm really looking forward to go there again, thank you all 😊

Nice atmosphere for a Saturday, and it was quite busy. Most of the staff were professional and helpful. However, the drinks tasted off almost watered down and the beer tasted like soup. If you visit OMG, even though it's overpriced, the same drinks taste much stronger.

I had a very disappointing experience at this pub yesterday and won’t be returning. My friends and I were removed by security without any clear explanation, which felt entirely unjustified. To make matters worse, the security staff showed no empathy and zero willingness to listen or engage in any kind of dialogue. One female security staff member with short hair, in particular, came across as especially biased towards male customers.

After being a regular customer for over 6 years...not anymore. After getting threatening messages from a member of staff over a joke made while drunk to another customer who was drunk. Also other customer threatened to smash my head in the staff member overheard and just ignored it. If it was anyone else he would of being kicked out but it was this staff members family member. Try the new OMG bar the refurb is great and the staff are amazing. Update - been told that if I ever want to come back here I need to email the owner apologise and beg to be allowed back in. So a customer was threatened by a member of staff and you expect that customer to apologise and beg to enter your venue. Avoid at all cost

On the night of March 2nd, likely just past midnight, we (three of us) visited QS. After while, as we wanted to go out for a smoke, I accidentally opened the fire exit door, not realizing it was restricted which is my fault. I immediately acknowledged my mistake and sincerely apologized. A female security staff member—short-haired and lean—responded with a warning, stating that if the door was opened again, we would not be allowed back in. While I accept responsibility for my action, I was taken aback by the unnecessarily harsh and rude manner in which the warning was delivered. In response, my partner calmly asked if this was our final warning. She nodded and shut the door without further conversation. After finishing our break, we returned to the front entrance, only to be met by the entire security team, who abruptly informed us that we were no longer allowed to re-enter the premises. I again offered a sincere apology, but instead of being acknowledged or heard, we were publicly shouted at and told to leave in front of a crowd. The situation was both humiliating and deeply upsetting. We then approached the manager, hoping for a fair resolution, but unfortunately, he was unable to assist us. We had also purchased tickets for OMG and attempted to enter there, only to be told that we were causing trouble—again, in front of others. The entire experience was incredibly disheartening and made us feel unfairly treated and unwelcome. As loyal and respectful customers who visit both QC and OMG occasionally, this experience has left us questioning whether we can continue supporting either venue. We are not only disappointed but also feel compelled to reconsider recommending these places to friends in the future.

One of the worst and most unsafe nights I’ve ever experienced. My friend was subjected to blatant homophobic abuse by an older man who quickly turned aggressive on the dance floor. Everyone around could see what was happening, yet there was zero security presence to intervene. For several minutes I was forced to shove the man back just to stop him from physically assaulting my friend. When security eventually turned up, they did remove the man, but shockingly, they then came back and removed me as if I was the problem. Punishing someone for protecting their friend from a homophobic attack is outrageous and shows both incompetence and negligence. Security completely failed in their duty, and instead of creating a safe environment, they made it hostile for the very people this bar claims to represent.

I felt overwhelmed, helpless, and ashamed. It’s not a safe place for chilling.just a normal club.Their actions showed zero humanity, as if compassion and empathy were completely foreign to them.its all about the security they’ve hired.

I love Queenshilling - it's so friendly, welcoming, and a good size (big enough to have plenty of seating and dancing room, whilst not being overwhelmingly big). I have been coming to the karaoke nights here for around 8 years (on and off!) which are super fun. The only reason I give 4 stars rather than 5, is I and my friends wish that Just Jed took karaoke requests; at the moment we are limited to the predetermined song list. If he started taking requests, we would visit much more often!

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ If you’re looking for a night of pure wizardry and giggles in Bristol, this is THE place! Mark and Richard aren’t just magicians – they’re part-time comedians, full-time mind-blowers. Honestly, I’m still trying to figure out how Mark made my jaw disappear for half the night (spoiler: it was from laughing too much). Mark was the perfect entertainer- warm, welcoming, and hilariously cheeky, making just the right amount of fun of everyone (don’t worry, it’s all in good spirits… unless he actually is a wizard, in which case, RIP my dignity). The show was super interactive, so no chance of dozing off – unless you were hypnotized, which I’m still not ruling out. The magic itself? Brilliant. Real “how-did-they-do-that?!” moments that left us all questioning reality and Googling “how to become a magician” on the way home. If you want a quirky, laugh-out-loud night out in Bristol that’s totally different from the usual pub crawl, go see these guys. Just don’t ask them to pull a rabbit out of a hat – they’re too busy pulling smiles out of thin air! 🪄✨

Came here for a comedy/magic show on Saturday evening. Lots of fun, very interactive and great atmosphere. Good deals for drinks as well! Apart from the show there was live music.

Amazing night. All the staff were so friendly and helpful. The comedy and magic was great and so was the up close tricks at the table whilst we waited in the bar area. Really nice atmosphere in the small show room. Will definitely be back.

What an experience. I went on a "first date" here and what a great start! The card tricks in the bar was a great warm-up. I came out speechless.. how did he do the egg trick, as for the ring disappearing - WOW I felt the other guests were as enthralled as we were and given a lot of interaction, we were a good audience Would highly recommend and visit again.

Very good live musician! Lovely bar and very kind staff. Can recommend!

We came here for the comedy & magic show Saturday evening. 2 acts covered 1.5 hours. Both acts were great and the whole show was so fun! Would highly recommend when in Bristol! Hidden little gem!

Went to the magic and comedy night and had a blast really funny and nice atmosphere.Great pub with interesting interior Would really recommend going if you are in or around Bristol. There is participation but nothing if forced. Give this place a visit

We had booked the place for its gorgeous interior and location for a bachelorette celebration. We had a great experience, service was amazing and waitresses/waiters are all very warm and welcoming. Food was all good and cocktails very well made and tasty. Good atmosphere. A couple downsides but one of them is that the main meal was served around 45-1hpur from when it was ordered, we were not too bothered about this as we were happy to have a chat etc but it’s something worth noting. Would recommend

We had lunch here with our friends the day after our wedding and it was absolutely wonderful! The food was amazing and delicious, and the atmosphere was beautiful the building’s history as an old bank adds such a special charm.

The Cosy Club strikes that perfect balance between upmarket dining and genuine value that’s surprisingly rare these days. I’ve been coming here regularly for breakfast, and it’s become my favourite spot for a proper weekend treat. The English breakfast here is absolutely superb – everything you’d expect from a quality establishment. The ingredients are clearly top-notch: proper sausages with actual meat content, thick-cut bacon cooked to perfection, free-range eggs, proper mushrooms, and quality toast. It’s presented beautifully without being pretentious, and the portions are generous without being excessive. What impresses me most is that despite the upmarket atmosphere and quality ingredients, the pricing is remarkably reasonable. You’re getting restaurant-quality food at prices that won’t break the bank. The staff are genuinely exceptional – attentive without being overbearing, knowledgeable about the menu, and always friendly and professional. They make you feel welcome whether you’re dressed casually or smartly, which creates a relaxed yet refined atmosphere. Service is prompt, they’re excellent at accommodating dietary requirements, and they clearly take pride in their work. The venue itself is beautifully decorated – comfortable seating, lovely interior design, and a sophisticated ambience that makes breakfast feel like a proper occasion rather than just refuelling. It’s equally suitable for catching up with friends, a relaxed business meeting, or simply treating yourself. If you want a breakfast experience that feels special without the eye-watering prices of boutique establishments, The Cosy Club delivers every​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

The place is a wowwwww much better than what you can see in the pictures 😃 The service very good, well trained, polite, looks like a happy atmosphere to work. We just had a breakfast and would love to try the food next time. Recommend 100%, very good and tasty breakfast! With delicious healthy options and drinks. A must try place at a reasonable price!!! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

A great spot for a pre show dinner. Suitably decorated with a strong theme and sense of character. Food was a little slow arriving and table service also just slightly slower than ideal, but very polite. Allow plenty of time if you want multiple courses. We found the bottle of red wine overly warm too, but we did visit during the summmer months.

Super spot in poss the best part of Bristol. Room was characterfully British with amazing internal architecture. Staff was polite, prompt and very efficient. My Dirty Bap was a delight, well balanced flavours and care taken with ingredient cooking and presentation. Only slight quibble was the Mary could have been given more care and depth. Overall though a super spot and highly recommended.

The food was well-prepared and nicely balanced in flavor. The scrambled eggs were soft and creamy, the halloumi added a savory touch with a pleasant chew, and the spinach and mushrooms brought freshness to the plate. The hashbrown was crispy on the outside and fluffy inside, while the avocado on sourdough toast tied everything together with a rich and creamy finish. Portion size was just right, and the presentation made the meal feel inviting. Overall, a satisfying and enjoyable English breakfast experience.

Oo my gosh!!! First time I've been to this venue for a Raggea soul train. I had the best day EVER!!! The dj, promoter, Venue, music, vibes just everything was just on point. I can't put into words how happy I felt and it was worth travelling from Swansea, worth every penny.

Visited here on a Saturday for bottomless brunch with a group of friends, it’s a good location with a chilled vibe and seating inside and out, the balcony provides a good view in the sun. The service was the worst I’ve ever experienced in my life and I’m not joking. Drinks were left empty and we placed multiple orders with different staff that never arrived. On our food order allergies weren’t checked and when it was discussed staff were confused and obviously weren’t sure on what was allowed or not. Tables needed a wipe down and the toilets were like a swamp of urine. Food was good and everyone enjoyed it. Would I go back no I wouldn’t and I wouldn’t recommend the bottomless brunch as it clearly wasn’t bottomless. One member of staff was good, who acknowledged our drinks hadn’t been replenished for over half an hour.

It was an interesting experience, good music good ambiance, the bartender fabulous but it was marred by a group of about 7 old white men, all looked early 50’s…..these men were discussing in ear shot how I managed to arrive in the country and how I could afford to even be there quite rudely…..the icing on the cake was one of white old men justifying his behaviour by saying that the BBC is racist…isn’t that their national media corporation?? …Anyways, I had two amazing cocktails, enjoyed the view, danced a little and left. I will go there again for the service was great (will share an update), hopefully the table next to mine would be better human beings.

Great place for a drink, with great music and a really nice atmosphere. Haven't been to one of their DJ parties yet, but I heard only nice things and nice music.

My first visit to bamalan, staff really nice food was also very good, overall service good as well. I attended for a work function. Views are good a great Bristol location to watch the night life and relax. Its something great about this place.

Sat on the terrace which was lovely as it was a sunny day. The staff were really friendly and helpful. The hot food wasn't quite hot enough for me but could have been because we were sat outside. Very tasty. A bit pricey but nice for a treat. Great music.

Nice place in the city of Bristol. Not the most known not the most impressive but value for money with great atmosphere and decor. Food was decent as well. The service and cleanliness was also good. There is ample of parking around the area, but should the weather be good I'd recommend you rent a Voi as there is parking exactly opposite the venue.

Better and better over the years and for me, the best roast dinner in the city, veggie, vegan or not. A perfectly flavoured, fresh, and balanced nut roast and trimmings. Beautiful.

This place was amazing! Just the job when you are hungry. This is a very cool place to hang out but nobody seemed to mind that we were there too (we were the oldest people there). The food was excellent, the service was fast and efficient. I would definitely go here again next time I'm in the area.

Nice spot on Stokes Croft, really good selection of local beers and drinks combined with a good selection of food in the kitchen. It appears the menu is Vegan only, so that may sway you one way or another.

What a totally great find for a Sunday afternoon late lunch. Cool relaxing ambience in eclectic setting. Very friendly staff. What a lovely team. Veggie roast dinner had so many flavours and importantly not overcooked. In retrospect wish I'd have taken a photo as presentation and colour was utterly delightful. Delicious too. Great veggie find and would 100% return next time in Bristol.

July 24 - why have we left it so long!? Again, super friendly helpful staff. Everything we ordered was delicious. Menu changes regularly, and staff can advise. Our favourite, smashed potatoes were slightly different but loved this variation. Sharing board was great. Heritage tomatoes, great. 2 different burgers, both great. Highly recommend the mushroom one (NOT a portobello mushroom) Everything was great! June 23 - Great attentive staff. Quite busy even at 5pm. But food arrived quickly, and every dish (6) was absolutely delicious. At this point, I would normally tell you about the vegetarian choices, but everything is either vegetarian or vegan. Spoilt for choice. Definitely going back.

OMG … A Definite One 2 Visit We had a wander around town for the afternoon and then headed over to try out our latest Vegan / Plant based restaurant find. The food was absolutely superb - Some of the tastiest food we’ve had in a long time at vegan restaurants. Many are good quality, this was excellent!! 👌 It would be nice to see slightly more attention to detail and also some more vegan options for cakes or desserts but otherwise a thoroughly enjoyable afternoon. Thank you.

Bristol institution in Stokes Croft with excellent veggie/vegan Sunday roasts. Highly recommend the seitan roast as my personal favourite, they have pretty good coffee as well. The ambience is very hipster and cosy, and service is very good. It's about 16£ for a roast which I think is a bit high for a meal, but definitely worth it.

I really, really wanted to give this place five stars, but I just can't. We got a really friendly and welcoming greeting, the decor is just amazing, and combined with the music and drinks selection, it has a great speakeasy vibe that's like stepping back in time. When we visited during a quiet afternoon we thoroughly enjoyed our cocktails and chatting to the bartender. However, when we returned on a busy Friday night, it was a bit of a different experience. The two guys working werr clearly doing their best but really need another member of staff to serve customers. After finishing our drinks we were left waiting 45 minutes before we could order another one - and customers who had arrived looked to be waiting a similar amount of time to receive their drinks. This is just far too long and led to understandable frustration. It's a shame, as the staff are lovely and the cocktails are sublime - some really imaginative and special combinations that we thoroughly enjoyed! It's just let down a bit by the exceedingly slow service when busy. I think we'd go back, but perhaps not on a weekend night.

We were passing and it looked really interesting. Very cool 50-70's style lounge. Nice interesting menu of cocktails and with quite advanced mixing of cocktails. The cocktail I had was a lovely complex flavours and nice to feel some love of the drink made. It's a classy dark and relaxed style bar. (amazing pecan nuts). .

Best cocktail bar in Bristol? Certainly the most friendly and most creative. Has the best elements of a good meal: good service, an inventive menu and delicious flavours. You feel like you're dining out rather than just having a cocktail. Couldn't recommend it more highly.

Loved the atmosphere and the cocktails. We will absolutely be back as need to try more of the venue. The service was brilliant and the staff are so helpful in picking the right cocktail

Incredible hidden gem in Bristol! We visited this cocktail bar for the first time a few weeks ago for my boyfriends birthday. On arrival we were greeted and our coats taken and hung up. We had a cute table in the corner, and it was full but not busy. We were served by the manager Rachel who was lovely and really knew her stuff. We didn’t know what to order at times so Rachel asked about flavours and alcohol we liked and then made suggestions, she got us the perfect drink every time. The cocktails were some of the best cocktails I have ever had (and I have had a lot)! The bar was owned by a husband and wife, who chatted with us and told us how they experiment and create the menus. There’s not one fault I can make about this place and I can’t wait to return. They even gave my boyfriend a birthday drink on the house which was a sweet touch. Price wise it is great value for money! 10/10!!!

Amazing interior and great decorations. We try a few cocktails and I can say that is maybe the best so far that I’ve ever had. The staff was extremely nice and helpful with the menu. The olives with sea salt 🤤 👌🏻 *if you order some special cocktail- you get a quick show with the special music. Bravo!

Unique cocktail bar with really friendly and helpful staff. Would recommend to anyone looking for a unique experience.

Great traditional pub. Friendly lively atmosphere. Music every night of the week. Great service from friendly staff. If you like music. This is the place to go

Absolutely loved this old school, authentic pub. Great buzz and even better that it has live music - we came 3 times during our trip to Bristol.

A pub that is famous all over the world for live Jazz. No visit to Bristol is complete without listening to Jazz here. Seating outside when busy inside. Perfect for a summer day. A Bristol institution.

Really enjoyed the venue and music here, a nice find on a Monday night. Can't comment on food as was drinking only.

A Bristol institution that lives up to the hype. This long established Jazz Pub on King Street, a stone's throw from the Bristol Old Vic is very much as it always has been. Great for live jazz on the weekend and a fabulous place for a drink on a sunny day! A very mixed clientèle and can be noisy inside, well with a live band that's only to be expected, and lots of basic pub benches outside.

There's always a fantastic atmosphere here that's why we keep returning when we're in Bristol. Some fantastic musicians around can be seen each night.

Great pub to go to to listen to great jazz/swing music. Always something on. Absolutely love a Saturday afternoon listening to JP & Capitol Swing - never fails to get the crowd going.

One of the larger live venues in Bristol. Capacity is around 1200 for a gig. Sound quality was excellent for the gig I went to. Can be a little packed on the main floor sitting headliner performances. If you have access needs, let the venue know ahead of time as there's a space set aside. Will definitely be visiting again

I went to watch Eivor live, all the security very friendly, making sure everyone follows the rules, not taking any liquids inside, including me, I was offered the opportunity to retrieve the drinks in the end, and there they were. Inside, two great and big bars, very close to audience. Great space, big and clean toilets. Congratulations to who manages the venue and the team,are doing a great work. Definitely will return with no doubt. Very excellent impression indeed. Thank you

This club has vibes. You walk in and think, “Yes, this is where I’ll lose three hours and possibly a shoe.” The music? Banging. Well we went for the Idles Block Party so of course it was. The lights? Flashy enough to make you spin. Cleanliness... meh.

Really good music venue. We've been 3 times for Futureheads, Dinosaur Pile-up and Crane Wives. Each time we've been assisted with Accessibility perfectly. Security are very helpful and we've found bar staff to be friendly too. The acoustics are great and each band has sounded fantastic. Looking forward to seeing more bands here soon.

It was well organised, good location, great show. The only thing I'd say wasn't good is that my daughter and I got fed up with people around us vaping the entire show.

Came to see a gig with my friend last night. The staff were absolutely fantastic, kind and so helpful. My friend is autistic and we asked if it was possible to get into the Accessible Area. The lovely woman on the reception desk couldn't have been more accommodating. The security staff were brilliant and gave us all the info we may need. Top marks to everyone who works there. Thanks for a fab experience.

This venue is always phenomenal and great sound quality for a live event.

50 minutes into our 1 hour session a short bald security guard started stacking our pints and demanded we leave. He became aggressive after we questioned this. The bar manager was very well mannered and managed the situation well. The security pushed one of our party and then a girl not associated with us into our crowd. At that point one of us pushed him back as he seemed as an aggressive male bullying a girl. The manager then asked us to leave after promising free drinks die to the misunderstanding due to the fact we had an altercation with the security. We totally understood this and left accordingly but are hugely dissaponted how their hot headed security handled this situation. Won't be back and ringing in the morning to complain

A unique bowling alley, though slightly shorter than usual, much like their security guard. An old balding man who could’ve doubled as a great bowling ball, and honestly, if I’d rolled him down the lane, my score might have been better. Very rude and disorganised, even pushing women around us (which is completely unacceptable), and snapping at the very reasonable manager in the red top. Nice place overall, but I wouldn’t return based on the so-called “security”… or someone’s dad who seems to have been left behind.

Full disclosure they let us stay an extra 20min, BUT we booked the karaoke room for around 4 hours, when it was empty (because the place is dead). We spent a fortune on drinks, to be fair they aren’t terrible priced, but still we spent like £300. We asked to play one last song (unmberella - Tom Holland version 🥵) and they came in and turned it off mid song, and kicked us to the kerb. Just be aware they will try to ruin a great night 😔

Good staff and cocktails. We were served by Ella! She is an amazing bar tender and I highly recommend coming here!

Got kicked out half way through Fat Lip by Sum 41. They turned the light on and paused the song. As you can imagine wit that song, it was the opposite of shredding so we had to take our hip assess elsewhere

Ella was fantastic! Excellent cocktails, great bowling! What a fun venue to visit! Thanks Ella for making it so special

Very good vibes overall. The Lanes offers a fantastic outing for anyone looking to combine classic activities like bowling and pool with a lively atmosphere

Been coming here for years - whenever I'm in Bristol, it's a must do. Great cider, lovely setting (on a boat), dogs allowed, outdoor seating for those sunny days/balmy evenings. Great place :)

Very nice outdoor cider place, quite appropriately named 🍊 There isn't really a whole lot more to say. It is obviously self-service, tables and benches are clean, nice big tents / umbrellas for those rare occasions where it rains. I'm no cider aficionado, but I enjoyed my pint of Kingston Black.

Did not get food but the drinks were very nice. Visited on a rainy afternoon and the staff were lovely.

Bar staff were nice and friendly, had a couple of fruity ciders (not fizzy) and a Bristol blend cider. Sat on the benches outside, which were quiet enough to hold a conversation easily. Nice place. Went at about 9pm on a weekday, child was allowed to sit on the benches outside, not allowed on the boat unless going to use the toilets. Only detractor being the amount of homeless walking through asking for change, but that is more of a Bristol wide problem.

Dave, Luli and Deio are the best hosts ever. Very personable and will be brining family and friends back because of them .

Very cool vibes! We had ciders, no food. They have outside seating, but you can also sit inside the boat (upper or lower deck). The lower deck has a bar and games available your group can play.

Packed when we went but got served surprising quick downstairs. A Bristol institution for all cider drinkers. Reasonable prices

Really small venue. Entrance is a little tricky to find first time. Friendly staff. Stage is at a decent height so you'll get a good view of the bands even at the back.

It's a cozy music venue ideal for live music experiences, particularly alternative and underground genres. The friendly staff and upstairs record shop add to the atmosphere. However, it can get crowded due to limited space, so keep that in mind.

Great little venue. We went to see Chloe Qisha on the main stage which is small at 250 but full of atmosphere and intimate. Good lighting, sound system ok. The bar sells a good range of drinks too. A nice night. Tonight, as is the case most days, they have a couple of acts on different stages. Seems a great place.

Went to see Andrew Cushin, brilliant show great venue and 2 band opening (Hunny Buzz and The Rolling people) were outstanding had a great night.

First visit. Great small venue we enjoyed getting up close to the artists. Lene Lovitch band were awesome. Met the lovely Lady herself. Thanks to Morgan.

The band “To The Grave” played here and totally killed it. It was a great vibe, great venue. Everything sounded really good!

Been down a couple times and it's always been great. Staff are lovely. The prices are decent too, definitely better than most venues I've been to.

Bringing indoor and outdoor stages to Dot To Dot, Mr Wolfs is a lot of fun. The stage is up close and person and slightly raised but still feeling intimate, and the sound is raw and loud as you’d hope for a local venue. Outdoor temporary stages are nice and the sound engineer did a decent job of rigging things to sound decent in the street.

Attended the Mr Wolfs comedy night during a recent trip to Bristol and had a great time! The comedians, and MC kept us entertained all evening. They were very varied in style but enjoyed experiencing the ups and downs of comedians testing new material on the audience. Overall the venue has a great vibe, the staff are really friendly and at £5 per person, it is great value for money.

We had a really good night there. We have paid an entry fee, but it was worth it. No an extra charge for the cloakroom. The place is not too big but you have live music for most of the night. Prices for the drinks are reasonable. I'll be back.

Great vibe and intimate venue to watch live acts.

Not a bad little bar, with a couple floors and a roof terrace. They host a guest kitchen currently serving vegetarian kebabs, which were quite tasty. The drinks selection was a bit disappointing, but quite cheap especially during the rather long happy hour. They run a lot of events here, e.g. music and live comedy. Overall I'd say it's a good venue if you're going to one of these shows, but I wouldn't be racing there just for drinks.

Great bar with an amazing atmosphere. The staff were fantastic, really enjoyed our night!

Awesome Jazz, bit run down and old. But great night out

Very friendly staff, good food, loved their lemonade, even their bathroom looks like a maze but very well maintained and clean. What a great place to hang out with friends and play dart 🎯 Loved it.

Flight Club is such a great group outing - great cocktails and sharing plates as well. We ordered two HUGE pizzas and their new summer ‘in bloom’ cocktails are super juicy, refreshing and pretty 😍 I loved the Just Peachy and, surprisingly, as I don’t reallly like aperol, I enjoyed the Amalfi Nights. Both were summertime in a glass 🍹 Follow me on Instagram for more food reviews: @hungry_hesketh

Had a really fun hour and a half here. Staff were very friendly and happy to help and take drink orders. Could go here again 🤙🏼🤙🏼

Booked an hour slot for my wife and I, we pre booked food, margarita pizza plus cheese and bacon loaded fries, both were tasty and well presented, good selection of drinks, the service was prompt. Neither of us are dart players but we both thoroughly enjoyed playing the different game modes.

A fantastic evening. I haven't played darts for years, but the gamification meant that it was varied and interesting, as well as allowing those with a lower skill level to have fun too. The staff were great, venue nice and novel and the selection of drinks was good.

Viktor and Kaye best waiters best brownie everything had the best day definitely come bk can't wait for the video uploads x

Thanks to Kaye and Roland, had an amazing birthday with lots of darts and drinks, even a complimentary brownie and extra time. Made it very special!

I had the greatest espresso martini I have ever had in my entire lifetime. Fran is a genius and he deserves all the praise he gets. Good looking, charming, funny.

Great little bar, lovely cocktails (happy hour Tuesday) staff are super nice. Toilets could be a bit cleaner and the outdoor area would definitely recommend

Lovely cocktails, lovely vibes. The fella there was new and he did amazing. Would come here again!

Cocktail?? ummmm… YES PLEASE. Fran was a great host for the evening, his little button nose was so endearing I just want to squeeze him.

Pat sorted us out the best service catered out cocktails made us feel so comfortable and relaxed! Never had drinks like it and the customer service was unmatched! Wull deffo be back ❤️

I had an amazing time at Bootlegger Bars in Bristol! The cocktails made by bar manager Lu were delicious and the vintage atmosphere was perfect for a romantic date night. Plus, it's an incredible late-night venue for partying and dancing with friends. I highly recommend it!

Amazing Sunday night, Pat gave us a beautiful atmosphere and cocktails, perfect to end the weekend. Will come back for sure!

The dance floor is too small but the dj was great so it was fun. The staff continuously kept forcing me to wear my shoes on the dance floor though I told them I have a shoe bite and I'm not comfortable dancing with my shoes on. They have some weird rules, I don't know what's the logic.

A shame really as the place isn’t too bad… would be nice if they found the love in their heart to pay their staff for the hard work they do!!! Absolutely disgusting how someone can work for you for a month and get paid for none of it! Even though it had been brought to your attention multiple times! So basically avoid at all costs! None of the money you spend in the establishment is used for staff wages!

Good bar and a great vibe for students! Good prices and deals throughout the week. Occasional trouble with weird men and some bouncers don't always take it as seriously as they should. Be careful as sometimes they don't do cloakroom so me and a friend were left holding our coats all night but we had a good time regardless 😂

I was in a group of four guys and we were discriminated due to our gender. At first, we were refused entry as we did not have a girl in our group. The club also didn’t have a cloak room which meant my coat was stolen and when I tried to contact them the next day, they would not respond to my messages. I do not recommend.

Doormen wouldn't initially let us in because "too many of us were male" and there were only 4 females. Don't know what sort of behaviour that's encouraging , but they are extremely rude. Eventually the bouncer changed his mind after mentioning we'd report this. Bar itself is pretty average, make it better by getting better door staff that aren't power hungry air heads.

This club has a number of problems - it's too small and lets in too many people per night, leading to huge queues in and out; its smoking area is basically non-existent, being a tiny cordoned-off area on the pavement outside; the bouncers in generally are overly aggressive and incredibly keen to kick people out - probably because the club is always too crowded.

Charged me twice for drinks. Bank confirmed that both transactions were successful. No one picks up the phone, their email doesn't work and they've seen my Facebook message but not replied. Dodgy place; plus there are better clubs in Bristol anyway.

Absolutely love this place! Can get crazy busy so advise going early to avoid the queues, but the door staff were really friendly and helpful too. My friend got really drunk and a lady doorman called Kim helped to get her outside and looked after us, nothing seemed too much trouble for her. All the bar staff were smiling and seemed to be having a great night too so makes the night totally worth it! Love OMG

The main thing to say is that the staff are super! So helpful, no rudeness and I take my hat off to them for having to deal with all sorts of drunken levels of people 😂! Truly it was refreshing to see a team like it. Only negative…is that is this a gay bar anymore? There’s no way to manage that at all but I might suggest going to an over 21 policy.

Been coming to OMG for a little while now and I think it’s a great place. Sure, it’s a little run down and could do with a bit of a spruce up, but still think it’s fab. Door staff are friendly and seem super on it when turning people away for being at a gay club for the wrong reasons. Definitely makes you feel safe and they’ve always been great if I’ve approached them for help. Bar staff are pretty friendly and get the drinks out fast which is also a bonus. Bit weird that there’s no DJ on a weekend and I’ve noticed the play list is pretty repetitive so that would probably be my only real criticism.

We had a very disappointing experience. First, we exited from the fire exit of one club in the building by mistake. A female security guard approached us — we immediately apologized, but she was extremely rude and didn’t let us back inside. We spoke to the manager, but he didn’t believe us and offered no support. Later, we went to OMG Club, which is in the same building but a completely different venue. We had bought separate tickets for it. However, when we arrived, the security team there referred to the earlier incident and refused to let us in as well. This is completely unfair — these are two different clubs, and we were judged based on something that had nothing to do with OMG Club. We felt targeted and mistreated. This kind of treatment is unacceptable, especially after paying for tickets. Think twice before visiting this place.

I was treated very badly at this club on Saturday night, i was refused entry for being too drunk when in fact I was sober. I was visiting this club with a group of friends and my girlfriend for a celebration. I believe Rob was the doorman who refused me entry. He also refused a few other random people in the queue that didn’t even know me but vouched for me being sober. I have visited this club a few times and always enjoyed my experience. I will not be returning here and hope others read this and take note about this doorman. I had a great time in another bar down the road without a single problem.

The bar staff are lovely, the drinks are amazing. However, the male sat in the unisex toilets makes me SO uncomfortable. I witnessed him pushing open a cubicle door repeatedly which had a young woman in, who was near enough undressed/naked when she explicitly told him not to as she was naked. This made me very uncomfortable and I hope he gets some sort of sanction regarding this. You seriously need to look into the staff in the toilets working there, as i saw how scared and anxious this woman was getting. I spoke to her afterwards and not only is she extremely anxious and wound up, but he insisted that she would get kicked out just because she and another one of her friends were in the cubicle — which she also explained was because her friend had a period product she needed. Im horrified and overall disgusted.

Absolutely appalled by the treatment we received at OMG Bristol. My friend – who doesn’t drink for religious reasons – was refused entry for being “too drunk.” Let that sink in. Stone-cold sober, and somehow deemed unfit to enter. I don’t want to speculate too much, but it genuinely felt like the bouncer was looking to start a fight with the biggest bloke in the group. On top of that, he called my friend a slag. Completely inappropriate, unprofessional, and downright disgusting. Safe to say we left immediately and headed to Queen Shilling instead – where we were welcomed without issue and had an absolutely epic night. Friendly staff, great vibes, and not a single insult in sight. I’d recommend giving OMG a miss unless you’re into being insulted on the door.

Thank u ruby for a fantastic experience never done Bollywood before the routine was brilliant we all really enjoyed the time with u claire Shere the hen was the best at bollywood thank u so much xxxx

Decent spot for a night out, very cool inside as it has old prison cells! Good sound system and lights too

Cool alternative art display. We went to the event Quasi which exhibited a range of post modern pieces. Worth a quick visit. Thank you

Wonderful experience. Very personal, and heartbreaking to hear about the lives of individuals on the ship. Interesting to find out about her sister ship who did so well.

Great irish dance classes on a Friday whit horizon irish dance school. Highly recommended. Lots of other activities to do there. But definitely irish dance class with Katie is something you don't want to miss

Alternative place to enjoy with art and music.

The Island is a fantastic space used for circus skills. Art. Dance. And events. Always something to visit or sign up for and central to the city centre.

My very first theatre show and I was completely blown away. From the moment I stepped inside, the atmosphere was magical. The building itself is stunning, with a charming historic feel and a grand interior that sets the perfect stage for a night of theatre. Moulin Rouge was everything I hoped it would be vibrant, emotional, and full of energy. The lighting, costumes, and set design were next-level, and the cast gave an unforgettable performance. As a first time theatre-goer, this experience has set the bar incredibly high. If you’ve never been, I highly recommend catching a show at the Hippodrome. It’s an experience you won’t forget.

Staff here are always fabulous. I love the theatre, it's beautiful. There is an access door to the side of the building and staff there are super helpful. There's a wheelchair lift for the stalls with bookable access seats through ATG. There is also a disabled toilet, but the queue for it takes a long time. Always have a fabulous time here and have never had any problems visiting

Always my complaint when I go to the theatre is the sound ! Not this time well done Mr or Mrs Sounnd engineer. Absolutely bloody fantastic. Great cast for Bat out of Hell the musical probably equal to when we saw it in London 2017. Vocally excellent , thank you Bristol Hippodrome we will definitely come back. Worth the trip from South Wales.

I absolutely love Bristol hippodrome. Beautiful venue, helpful staff and so brilliant being able to see West End shows. Went yesterday to see Moulin Rouge. Good bits about this show: the set was phenomenal, gorgeous sumptuous costumes,loved the elephant and the windmill. Cast vibrant,leads good. Not so good bits about this show: if you're expecting,as I did,to hear the same music from the film, then be prepared for disappointment. The songs from the film are iconic to the film and I had thought they'd keep them all. However,Lady Gaga and Katy Perry songs just didn't do it for me or my husband. We are huge fans of the film and so looked forward to this. Quite honestly,the new songs just jarred. Roxanne was the highlight for me and in the original film but too many mash ups of other songs just left me feeling disappointed. If you haven't seen the film,this is a fabulous show,if you are going as a film fan of Moulin Rouge be prepared to see it is not the same. Having said that,we are really lucky to have such a fantastic venue on our doorstep and I will continue to support it.

Beautiful venue however the sound system needs reviewing. This is my second show where it's hard to hear the actors voices at points (I was sitting in the royal circle). Needs to be clearer.

Beautiful venue. Friendly staff. Very clean and well presented always. Merch store always ready before show starts to save people time! And the ability to order food and drinks and merch to your seat pre show and for the interval is a fantastic service! Pricey food and drinks but you expect that these days :) lovely venue!

Nice theatre. Staff are friendly. Bat out of Hell is amazing. The cast are incredible 🤘

We kicked things off with a couple of starters — the chicken croquettes were a standout: rich, creamy and topped with crispy chicken skin for that extra crunch and flavour. I also tried the burnt ends, which looked the part but didn’t quite hit the mark for me flavour-wise. For mains, the steak was smoky and cooked well — a solid plate that delivered on tenderness and portion size. There’s so many cuts and size options so lots of choice for big groups who might have varying stomach sizes and budgets! The sides were the real stars for me: the garlic spinach was buttery and delicious. Plus tell me a time truffle fries are not a good idea! The space itself is full of character, with bold, creative interiors and eye-catching artwork throughout. It’s a unique setting that definitely adds something extra to your meal.

I booked here for Mother’s Day and I must say I was pleasantly surprised. Grace was our server, she was lovely, attentive, and friendly. The food was very good, the roasts were very good, flavourful, and great portions for the price. My only criticism would be the beef on the roast could’ve been served pinker - but that’s personal preference; the piece of chicken was cooked well but more flavour is needed. However, my dad really enjoyed it so no complaints there. The yorkies are massssive too! I had the squid for starter and it was so good, crispy, and not overly oily. The flavour was well balanced. My mum had burnt ends and they were so tender. The chicken croquettes were surprising, big portion, very pretty, and my dad enjoyed them. Personally the squid was the best. I had the black garlic short rib and wow! Tender rip and amazing mashed potato. Surprising the mash was the star of the show for me - so creamy, smooth, and overall a simple mash done perfectly. I would recommend coming here for sure, the prices are reasonable for the portions and the flavours are pleasant.

We had a nice time at this restaurant. The food was delicious and truly underrated. Fortunately, it wasn't busy when we visited. The staff member who serviced our table was incredibly friendly and our little one really took a liking to him. Because of this, we are excited to come back again!

The food itself was well cooked and tasty. However, for a £31 steak to not come with any accompaniments (besides what can only be described as a single leaf and 2 small tomatoes) felt like very poor value, especially considering the high cost of sides and a sauce. The staff were nice and friendly however felt a little inexperienced. The view out of the window was almost hilariously unappealing because of the large signs reading ‘endoscopy clinic’ (although this is only some of the booth seating). The art theme was nice but half hearted with a selection of paintings and some interesting art at the table, although this felt a little run down. Knowing that the restaurant had art in the name, I was expecting the menu to be more than black text on white paper as in any other restaurant.

Steak of the Art isn't just another steakhouse; it's a unique fusion of a vibrant art gallery and a fantastic dining experience. If you're looking for a place with a lively atmosphere and a fresh take on the traditional steakhouse concept, this could be your next favorite spot in Bristol. Atmosphere and Interior Design One of the most praised aspects of Steak of the Art is its distinctive and art-filled interior design. The restaurant truly feels like a "living gallery," showcasing a diverse range of artworks, plush and boldly upholstered seating, and themed dining booths. This artistic ambiance elevates the dining experience beyond a simple meal, providing a fun and original backdrop perfect for a night out with friends or family. You can even purchase some of the displayed artworks if something catches your eye!

Excellent Pre-Theatre Steak at Steak of Art, Bristol! Just had a fantastic pre-theatre meal at Steak of Art in Bristol! The place has a brilliant vibe and the decor is genuinely great. Service was top-notch, really friendly and efficient. For food, I had the rib-eye and the missus had the rump, and both steaks were cooked absolutely perfectly. Totally recommend Steak of Art for anyone wanting a quality steak and a great atmosphere before a show.

First time visiting the steak was juicy and Smokey , chips were crunchy and fluffy with a nice seasoning on the outside . The chimichurri really compl complimented the steak and chips 10/10

I've eaten here so many times and on average the food is.. ok ... But this last time I took my daughter for breakfast was diabolical. My daughter ordered the sausage and egg muffin which she enjoyed. However my standard breakfast was not good at all, I'm almost certain it said I was meant to have 2 hash browns but it came with 1. I paid extra for the mushrooms and black pudding to be added - the black pudding was inedible, fully cremated..and I actually asked for a refund on that part. I would have asked for another to be cooked but there were no staff walking around and the queue at the bar was huge. I thought it was a joke at first with the amount of beans, it didn't even fill half the little pot they originally get served in and they were barely warm. The toast was over cooked, as was the egg. The bacon and sausage was nice though. I know prices are pretty decent and I'm never hoping for Michelin star style food here but this was not at all the usual standard vshed provides and I was really disappointed. I might be back for other food options but I definitely wouldn't waste my money having a breakfast here again.

Oh dear... 4 attempts to get a clean glass. "Thats how they come what do you want" A clean glass, it's not hard. No need for sarcastic remarks made to one another while sorting it out. Poor service and an assumption that because I'm Northern I must be stupid... We came here to eat and crossed town. The bar staff changed my mind, clicky individuals. Never again while we are based down here in Bristol... Very poor...

I got my usual order of a small fish and chips never have I had a fish come out like this. This is ridiculous I used my vape as comparison I come here regularly and always get the same order never has the fish been this small

V-Shed is one of the best Wetherspoons I’ve been to. The location right on the Bristol Harbourside gives it an amazing atmosphere, especially on a sunny day. The outdoor seating area has great views and is perfect for drinks with friends. Inside, it’s spacious and lively, with quick service even when it’s busy. Food and drinks are reasonably priced, and everything came out fresh and well-prepared. Definitely one of the top spots in Bristol for a casual pint or meal, great value and unbeatable views!

V-Shad has been one of my favourite places for years. The food is always good, and the drinks are fantastic. Every time I go, I have a great time with my friends — the atmosphere is fun, and welcoming. Whether you’re looking to grab a bite, enjoy some drinks, or just hang out, V-Shad is the perfect spot. I highly recommend it to everyone!

Good Food & drink at very reasonable prices. Ordered using the app and wasn't too long before the food arrived. The usual Witherspoons standard. You always know what you're gonna get

lovely evening out, as ever, in v-shed spoons bristol 👍 big thank you to the tall blonde duty manager who was so lovely attentive and friendly, she served us so quickly! delicious pizza, honestly surprising. delicious and affordable drinks absolutely terrible worthingtons creamflow, please do not buy this drink 🙏🙏🙏

Perhaps it would be a good idea for me to phone ahead and inform cafés what I expect when I get there. The consumption of beverii (the new plural of beverage) is a personal thing. One man's..... person's nectar is another person's poison. The coffee was good 👍 in that it tasted very much of........ coffee. I'm getting obsessed with the pattern on top, the 'swirly', as I call it. This swirly was a half-bottomed (cleaned that one up) attempt by someone who doesn't know how important it is to me. Hence the phoning ahead comment. In mitigation the orange and almond cake was both orangey and almondy in equal measures however it failed in another qualification pertaining to my tastes. It was not moist. Not only do I like the word moist (moist, moistest, most moistest) but I also like my cakes to be moisty. Mmmmmmm..... moist. As in not dry. X out of ten, where X is a low number.

We recommend this place - especially if it’s a sunny or nice day. The deck is great with a view of the water, the service is fast and kind, and the food is excellent. They had gluten free options - their regular pancakes are naturally gluten free!

We had our wedding at the Mud Dock in September 2025. I cannot recommend this venue enough. Firstly, throughout the planning they were really responsive and Victoria was brilliant at advising and helping us plan the menu and decorations. They completely handled our set up and it looked stunning. Secondly, we didn't have to think about anything on the day - it just ran to plan! Thirdly, the food was gorgeous and really great with allergies. We were a little worried about it being enough when service started but but by the end everyone was stuffed. Finally, all the staff on the day were so nice and quick on the bar. They were also very gracious when we smashed quite a few glasses... We can't fault any of the day. We had 76 guests for food and another 15 in the evening. This was the perfect sized venue for that many people. If you book the Mud Dock (which you should) I would also recommend our DJ Dom Lawson, who was brilliant and just got himself all set up and sorted, and kept the dancefloor completely full until the end. Plus our incredible photographer, Matt Willis - the photos speak for themselves.

What a wonderful hidden gem! The terrace is perfect for a quick drink and a bite to eat, the staff are lovely and attentive without being invasive, the food was absolutely spectacular! I honestly can't recommend this place enough, thanks to the whole team for looking after me during my afternoon in Bristol! 🧡

We had our wedding day at Mud Dock in July 2025. It was the most amazing day organised by the Mud dock team - from the initial communication and planning meetings to the day itself everything ran smoothly and the team were absolutely incredible. The food was delicious (we had vegan sharing plates) and there was so much of it. Thank you for an amazing wedding day! (Photos by @whencharliemethannah)

Perfect place to enjoy a slow breakfast or brunch, outside on the deck with a view it it's sunny, or otherwise there are loads of seats inside. Great choice of food including veggie and vegan options plus a few more unusual options like loaded focaccia. Staff were great and car park next door.

Nice spot and the saff were kind ams amazing especially Shanni,( I hope I wrote it right), she was amazing 👏 we drop off with reservation and a group of 8 ppl, and they manged to get us a table, the food was wonderful and the atmosphere Greek fava focaccia and the Nutella pancakes are the best in Bristol

What an amazing venue! Without doubt the best equipped theatre that I've ever seen. Great bars, fantastic restaurants and amazing facilities. The staff are wonderful too! My wife is disabled and this is so well catered for in this building. Access was brilliant to all areas. We ate at the Collonade restaurant which was also fabulous. I can't fault this venue. The theatre itself is airy and our seats were very comfortable. One little tip- order interval drinks. Can't wait to go back!

By far the best music venue I have ever been to! Clean, efficient, great seating, and directly opposite the car park. It was quick and easy to get in. Bar service was quite quick and there were plenty of bathrooms. It was a delight!

I had an absolutely amazing time. My review may be biased because of who we went to see, but the venue was excellent. Large floor infront of stage, lots of seating elevated around the back and sides. Ticket scanning was quick and easy. Bar downstairs with the most disappointing beer I have ever tried. But I didn't go for the beer, I went for the show and this place delivered.

Amazing concert hall. Great sound. I liked the management, not overcrowding in the standing area, you can move around a little freely compared to other big venues.

Very fresh and new. Comfortable seating, nice little cafe on the lower ground floor. Really good acoustics. Even though we were sitting to one side the seats were angled for a better view and the sound was amazing.

Great venue went to see feeder.very well organised great size venue, great atmosphere parking just over the road after 6pm £4.50 all night

I don’t like take photos at concerts, so not many images to share. I’ve attended two performances at the Bristol Beacon recently, the comedian Stewart Lee and Marc Ribot in support of his latest album Map Of A Blue City. Stewart Lee’s performance was in the main auditorium while Marc Ribot was in the smaller Lantern room. On both occasions it was an excellent experience, facilitates top notch and staff really helpful.

Our first time and we fell in love! What a wonderful place to be, just as a lovely place, but then there is the gorgeous old (1800's) theatre and all its history. The reception area is 'new', added on to the original frontage and it is stunning. We didn't want to leave! Do yourself a favour, visit this wonderful old English theatre and soak it all in! #BristolOldVic #Theatre #Bristol

Beautiful old theater with no bad seats. Plenty of bathrooms, which is unusual for a theater with everyone trying to go at intermission. Drinks are reasonably priced and you can take them into the theaoto enjoy during the show.

This is a great venue, it's such a beautiful building. Ideal for a variety of events. A lot of the original features remain, or have been replaced like for like. Much of the original brickwork, and flooring remain throughout the building. The modern meets historical vibe works well for this venue. Everyone is so helpful and friendly. Bar staff, reception, front of house, ushers, all make the space feel so welcoming. The lift might have been out of order, but they have a series of contingency plans, and everyone is able to access the venue. A lovely night was had, when 3 of us came to see Rosie Jones. (She was as fabulous as ever) A special shout out to Rowan who was so helpful from the moment we arrived, to the moment we left. There were several sets of toilets: Gender neutral Male Female Disabled I used the gender neutral toilets, and as I suspected, was absolutely fine! These toilets are great for single parents and carers of opposing genders, who may need to enter the space. Or, rather bizarrely, someone like me who just needed the loo! More spaces should consider installing gender neutral loos.

Saw a comedian and loved the not-so-huge theatre setting, very intimate … fabulous building where modern meets old.

Like the calendar of performances, the facilities are good. The latest update ticketing system and reminders to links to drinks ordering are really good. It is always a very friendly theatre but can get busy so not easy to get around with a full house. The only issue often is finding seats with clear view to stage. The seats can often have limited leg room so be careful when booking. Otherwise, we continue to enjoy performances at the Old Vic, Private Lives was excellent.

Beautiful theatre with a lot of atmosphere and unique, fun, great plays. Friendly staff and really helpful and easy to reach.

We enjoyed Paper Dolls. Expensive but very yummy muffin. Seating on the side was a little tricky for my daughter to see nicely but all in all it was very enjoyable.

Super cheap drinks! £11 for 2 pints of Heineken and 1 pint of Guinness. Lager tasted cheesy and the Guinness was off!! I left my pint as was so bad but at that price I couldn’t be bothered to say anything! Staff were really friendly, nice and quiet when we arrived so played pool! Low food rating due to all the drinks tasting terrible! You get what you pay for!!

Popped into Walkabout recently with my partner. Great to see a fellow Irishman at the bar, I think his name was Joe! Very friendly and our drinks were always topped up before we were finished. Highly recommend 🌟

Me and my partner went for the "all you can eat Sunday wings today" only to be told that you now had to book for the all you can eat wings and can't simply turn up like you once could *note the signs advising the Sunday wings do not state you need to book and neither does the website* on top of being greatly disappointed with what feels like false advertising, the girl tending the bar could not even be bothered to acknowledge our hello to her, she just about managed to string enough words together to tell her that you had to book for the wings. Disappointed to say the least. The tables are sticky too.

Visited Bristol with a group of friends a decided to call into walkabout for 1/2 pints! Ended up staying longer than planned as the atmosphere, drinks and service was excellent! Thanks to Joe and his team for their hospitality, highly recommended. Will definitely be returning much sooner than expected

Finn was a great server, we were here for a bottomless brunch and our glasses were never empty! Felt very welcome and looked after! We got here and the music was great and then the football came up on and the atmosphere stayed the same. BIG UP FINN!!!

Joe, Finn, and James gave wonderful service and drinks. Cocktails were lovely and quick. There was only one option for gluten free food, but otherwise, great, defo come!!

We had a very disappointing experience. We booked a table for 12:00, but the place was still closed at that time and only opened 15 minutes later. After that, we had to wait another 20 minutes at the bar before being told which table was ours. There were four of us, and after ordering drinks twice, when we finally ordered food we were suddenly asked to move to another table. The new table was placed further away from the screens, even though we specifically came to watch football. Overall, the service was extremely poor and completely unacceptable.

Cocktails were perfectly tasty but the service was slow. It was extremely dark as well so was hard to actually see your drinks/the menu! They also put in HUGE ice cubes so the quantity of drink is ridiculous for the price! Wouldn’t recommend going as a bigger group as we were there for an hour and a half and only managed to get one drink served in that time! Was a ‘cool’, ‘alternative’ place to try out though!

Amazing bar tucked away in plain sight, press the button and enter a hidden cocktail world pure class from the surroundings and exceptional service. Hunt it down try ot you will love it!

Beautiful and intimate cocktail bar with a unique ambiance. Excellent service and the perfect bar for a high end alcohol tasting experience. Staff team were beyond friendly and made us feel welcome. Highly recommend for a quiet and relaxed drinking experience.

How anyone could rate this place anything less than 5 stars is beyond me! To start, I did feel a bit lost outside the venue and ended up calling to check if they were open. Stu kindly answered and explained I just needed to ring the doorbell (I did feel a little silly 😅), but he instantly put me at ease and made me feel welcome. Once inside, I was seated at the bar and looked after by Will – an absolute legend. I mentioned I was a whisky drinker and shared what I liked. That’s when the real journey began. They introduced me to whiskies I’d never even heard of, and I was given an exclusive tour of their collection – absolutely mind-blowing. The customer care and knowledge the team have is second to none. I was later introduced to Tom, who was just as friendly, passionate, and knowledgeable as Stu and Will. Honestly, this place is a hidden gem – the staff are incredibly welcoming, and the range of cocktails and whiskies is unbelievable. I can’t recommend this place highly enough to anyone visiting Bristol who loves whisky, cocktails, and great company. Wishing Will the best of luck on his upcoming adventures to Italy and Canada – you’ll definitely be missed by the team. Thank you all for making my very first trip to Bristol such a memorable one 🙏🏻

Now my favourite cocktail spot in Bristol. Sid was brilliant and made a couple of off-the-menu cocktails for me. They were two distinct drinks, both of which tasted amazing! Much better than I anticipated. Please add nightcap to your menu (the name of the final one I had)! Its those who love smoky whiskey or rum flavours with a kick.

Great service, amazing cocktails and friendly, knowledgeable staff! Just a great cocktail place all around

Didn't eat there but had plenty of drinks. The people were very nice and informative.