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  straightometerThe Woods

Award winning late night bar with decadent surroundings. Quirky yet stylish furnishings provide a much welcomed addition to the Bristol Bar scene. With surely the best range of whiskeys in the city, a considerately heated garden and superb cocktails this bar has to be near the top of the list of places to sample..
1 Park Street Avenue, Bristol, BS1 5LQ
0117 925 0890
 

  straightometerBar Humbug

Think Bar Humbug..think cocktails! With over 40 to choose from this little gem set in the midst of the 'bar strip' of Whiteladies has one of the most desirable sun terraces to sit and watch the world fly by.
89 Whiteladies Road Clifton, Bristol, BS8 2NT
0117 9040061
 

Mu Mu's   Recently refurbished, big, brash bar on Welshback (previously 'Bar Med'). Popular with students.
Kings Street Welsh Back, Bristol, BS1 4SP
0117 922 1846
 

  straightometerHermanos

Snugly placed amongst the shops and restaurants of the bustling triangle, this stylish bar serves tasty tapas and delicious drinks throughout the day and into the night when the candles come out and the ambience increases..
55 Queens Rd Clifton, Bristol, BS8 1QQ
0117 929 4323
 

  mbargo

Stylish bar with comfy leather sofas, DJ's 7 nights a week and a great location to start that dangerously drunken bar crawl down Park Street..
38-40 Triangle West Clifton, Bristol, BS8 1ER
0117 9253256
 

  straightometerJoe Public's

Stylish and funky decor, live music throughout the week, food 'til 10pm and worth a look just for the seats at the back which make you feel like you're sat in the middle of an airplane!!
3 Queen's Avenue Clifton, Bristol, BS8 1QU
0117 9731249
 

  straightometerThe Pineapple

The most popular of Bristol's gay bars, always busy at the weekend and serves as a great place to start your night before you hit the clubs in the area. Having recently undergone a refurbishment it finally has the chrome and the comfy seats it's been crying out for. Bit of a gay institution.
37 St. Georges Road, Bristol, BS1 5UU
0117 9544794
 

  straightometerMud Dock

How many people could say they've had the pleasure of eating or drinking above a bike shop? As well as the glorious views over Bristol's dockside the mud dock establishment brings together food, drink and bikes within the perfect combination..
40 The Grove, Bristol, BS1 4RB
0117 9349734
 

  Tobacco Factory Cafe/Bar

Within its industrial style surroundings, this café bar provides a no nonsense dining and drinking experience with its open kitchen and spacious seating area. Intimate enough for a quiet pint but with enough atmosphere to be a great starting point for a night out 'south of the river'.
Raleigh Road Southville, Bristol, BS3 1TF
0117 9020060
 

The Lansdown   Friendly 'locals' pub with a lovely upstairs live music venue, perfect for candlelit acoustic strumming with feels slightly like you’re in your own living room.
8 Clifton Road Clifton, Bristol, BS8 1AF
0117 9734949
 

Nova Scotia Hotel   straightometerYou don't get more typical and traditional of Bristol's pub scene than this little waterside gem. Family run and one of the friendliest pubs in the city, its inhabitants will happily part with their nautical knowledge while you enjoy fine food and sup on a pint of the good stuff-doesn't get much more Bristol than this 'my lover'!
1 Nova Scotia Place, Hotwells, Bristol, BS1 6XJ
0117 9297994
 

Clifton Wine Bar   Exposed brickwork, nooks and crannies to hide away in, roomy garden and an extensive beer and wine selection housing a delightfully friendly mix of both students and locals alike.
4 Richmond Terrace Queens Road Clifton, Bristol, BS8 1AB
0117 973 2969
 

  straightometerThe Park

Cool, classy and just that little bit on the hip side. Eclectic music and bar menu to match. Small but perfectly formed.
37 Triangle West, Bristol, BS8 1ER
0117 9406101
 

  The Coronation Tap

An institution in Bristol. The home of 'Exhibition Cider' which is so strong it's only served in half-pints; the 'Corrie Tap' as it's affectionately known by locals, is constantly busy and a definite favourite for students and locals willing to take on the wrath of the strong stuff!
8 Sion Place Clifton, Bristol, BS8 4AX
0117 9739617
 

  Watershed Cafe/Bar

Housed within the sprawling media complex, the café bar oozes artiness alongside a welcoming and relaxed charm. Hearty portions of scrumptious food and a well stocked bar make this a perfect place to grab a bite to eat or a quick drink before or after a film..or at anytime for that matter!
1 Canon's Road Harbourside, Bristol, BS1 5TX
0117 9275101
 

  straightometerHa! Ha! Bar and Canteen

Tucked away off Berkeley Square, the entrance leads you in through the beautiful garden courtyard (heated in winter) to an impressive well stocked bar. The airy surroundings and comfortable seating surround the open plan kitchen and restaurant area. Top notch food and cocktails together with friendly service make for a very pleasant find..
20A Berkeley Square, Bristol, BS8 1HP
0117 9277333
 

  straightometerThe Elbow Room

When the sun is shining and the windows are wide open onto Park Street it really is a great place to sit and watch the shoppers struggle up the hill.. At night the bar transforms into cocktail bar cum pool hall with regular drinks promos to help the night get into full swing..
64 Park Street, Bristol, BS1 5JN
0117 9300242
 

  Tantric Jazz Cafe

Enjoy the mellow atmosphere and exceptional live jazz while you drink and dine in this little gem, hidden in the heart of the Corn Street area of the city.
39-41 St Nicholas Street, Bristol, BS1 1TP
0117 9402304
 

  straightometerThe Highbury Vaults

Located close to the University this charming pub with expansive beer garden attracts a happy medium of students and locals seeking out a decent pint in traditional surroundings within a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere.
164 St Michaels Hill, Bristol, BS2 8DE
0117 9733203
 

  straightometerPanache

Popular with the students on a Wednesday for its 'Propaganda' night, this large capacity club set in the Broadmead area of the city is worth checking out even just for the 'Saturday Night Fever' style LED lit danceflooor..
The Pithay All Saints Street, Bristol, BS1 2LZ
08452417185
 

The Hatchet   straightometerProudly being Bristol's oldest pub since 1606, this traditional venue is now one of Bristol's leading Rock and Alternative venues catering for all types and their musical tastes. It has a relaxed and friendly atmosphere and serves as a great place for a few games of pool or the odd pre-club pint or two..
27 Frogmore Street, Bristol, BS1 5NA
0117 9294118
 

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