Location: Bristol
Top Things to do in Bristol
Things to do in Bristol, England: The Best Bars & Clubs
Bristol is a quirky British city with beautiful hilly vistas and plenty of historic sights to explore. Anyone interested in ships will have a blast aboard Brunel’s SS Great Britain, the world’s first great oceanliner, and the Matthew, a replica of the ship upon which John Cabot sailed to America in the 15th century. The graceful Clifton Suspension Bridge is another must-see.
Restaurants in Bristol
1. Brozen Bar
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 49 reviews
A speciality cocktail bar situated in the heart of the city. Come and try our delicious frozen cocktails and alcoholic ice creams made in front of your eyes. Brozen Bar offers a new way to try the classics and there's no better combination than ice cream and cocktails! Why not try the best of both worlds?
Reviewed By AlexandraM241 - South West England, United Kingdom
Originally booked a masterclass for May, but obviously had to reschedule. Will hosted our cocktail masterclass and was honestly amazing!! We found the class so fascinating. It's not your standard cocktail making class, you don't just go in a shake some drinks. Will taught us the ins and out of how brozen make all their ingredients from scratch and explained the science behind how they make their amazing drinks. The thought behind each brozen cocktail is honestly mind blowing. The 3 brozen dessert cocktails were INSANE. I could eat the coffee one all day everyday. It was so good I want to book the exact same class again ????
2. Crying Wolf
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 25 reviews
We believe in making things by hand, and with love. Our food, cocktails and other drinks focus on fresh and local ingredients and suppliers, particularly independents from Bristol and its surrounding hills. All our juices are fresh-pressed to order, our syrups, shrubs and cordials are all made on site, and our bar food selection is sourced from the West Country's finest producers.
Reviewed By CharlieB1603
After extensive research, I can report that this classy bar is the best in Bristol. The staff are super fun, and the team of star mixologists wow me every time. Whether it is from their 'on menu' list of home-grown creations, or from their extensive knowledge and flawless execution of which ever 'classic' cocktail I put to them (try their Last Word!), they are the real deal. Great atmospherics thanks to the decor that manages to be artful yet unpretentious - Crying Wolf is the perfect beginning, middle, or end (or all three, they do great food!) to a great date night. Enjoy!
3. Alterego
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 165 reviews
ABOUT US Bristol’s best party venue, and the heart of free venue hire in bristol, Alterego cocktail bar. Welcome to Alterego, the premier sports and Cocktail bar. Established in 2003, Alterego has fast become one of Clifton’s finest venues situated in the heart of the “strip” on White ladies Road. We offer friendly service making it very easy to become one of the locals. Open from 3pm to midnight (12.30 AM at weekends), Alterego is the perfect venue for a quick drink after work or a late night drink with friends. Here at Alterego we cover a fantastic range of live sport. We provide upto 5 different games at the same time and of course cover every live major sporting event on our 15 Ultra HD screens, including 2 large projectors, split over 3 levels. Free Venue Hire Bristol: Alterego free venue Hire!! Back in 2006 Alterego became the first bar on the strip that was available to hire the venue for FREE!
Reviewed By VickiA449
We had a cocktail making experience for my Hen do. Nigel came out to our cottage and was brilliant, he was so friendly, entertaining and fun. The cocktails were great and he had no problem in handling 12 rather tipsy women. This was the second time we've done cocktail making with Nigel and I would definitely recommend him and his staff. Thank you Nige!!!
4. Highbury Vaults
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 100 reviews
Reviewed By 665martynp
A welcome return to our favourite pub for Sunday lunch with my Mum and Dad. Great roast lunch. Looking forward to our preferred spot in the snug when we're allowed back inside.
5. The Portcullis
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 50 reviews
Small, relaxed, cosy traditional English pub situated right next to the Clifton Suspension bridge, specializing in a large variety of ales, world beers, gins and much more.
Reviewed By P1869QQemmah - Florence, Italy
What a pub! Just what you’re looking for when craving a lovely ale, glass of wine or even gin and fever tree tonic for an unbelievable price. Fabulous music and chilled out vibe. Yes lots of other good pubs in Clifton but this has the edge. Well worth a visit.
6. The Bristol Fringe
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 70 reviews
Entertainment 7 days a week From comedy to Jazz and free live music gigs The Bristol Fringe is a leading live music venue in Clifton Village. We provide entertainment that will make your stay in Bristol enjoyable. It is free to come in.
Reviewed By scout6624 - Birmingham, United Kingdom
Came across this bar in Clifton last weekend. We saw 3 different bands there - all very good. The bar sells a good selection of wines and ales and the staff/owners were particularly friendly and helpful. A great little independent bar. Do give it your support.
7. Hausbar
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 58 reviews
8. The Fleece
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 114 reviews
Independent live music venue situated in the heart of Bristol offering gigs and club nights 7 nights per week since 1982!
Reviewed By FanOfMusic1969
Local indie band Krimo aka Kreemo had the place rocking hard on many occasions in the late 90'sand early 00's. It was often very very full of energetic music fans, a great, friendly experience.
9. King’s Head
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 35 reviews
Reviewed By michaeltN6109BL
Excellent staff especially the bar maid Rebecca she always up for a laugh and a joke... the prices are good for a old school pub also the landlord is a gas head highly recommended place
10. BBB - Bristol Bear Bar
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 36 reviews
Bristol Bear Bar (BBB) is the first and currently only, purpose built bear bar in the UK. Steve and the team welcome everyone to an attitude free and friendly bar. Open Wednesday to Sunday you'll find the bar in the heart of Old Market at the crossroads where Old Market Street becomes West Street. The venue has been awarded "Best Bar" in most of the local Shoutout LGBT awards; thanks to our customers and staff creating a great relaxed atmosphere.
