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Best Bars near Bristol Old Vic

Discover the best bars near Bristol Old Vic. Find inspiration for your trip with our curated list of top-rated spots, local favorites, and hidden gems.

The 10 best bars near Bristol Old Vic

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Kongs of King Street

A lively Bristol bar blending arcade games, craft beers, and vibrant music for unforgettable nights on King Street.

13-15 King St, Bristol BS1 4EF
4.1 Very Good 1,840 reviews
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Small Bar

Bristol's compact craft beer gem: sample microbrew masterpieces in rustic intimacy amid King Street's historic buzz.

31 King St, Bristol BS1 4DZ
4.6 Excellent 2,161 reviews
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Brozen Bar - Bristol

Discover Bristol’s Brozen Bar, where inventive frozen cocktails and a cosy atmosphere create a unique, must-visit cocktail experience.

43 St Nicholas St, Bristol BS1 1TP
4.9 Excellent 369 reviews
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Revolution Bristol

Two-storey cocktail bar in Bristol’s Old Fish Market — colourful interiors, mezzanine balcony and cocktails for day and night.

59-63 Baldwin St, St Nicholas St, Bristol BS1 1QZ
4.1 Very Good 1,534 reviews
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The Clockwork Rose

Bristol's steampunk speakeasy where airship captain's cocktails blend Victorian flair, fantastical lore, and masterful mixology into unforgettable evenings.

16 St Stephen's St, Bristol BS1 1JR
4.7 Excellent 316 reviews
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Secret Cocktail Club - Bristol

Discover Bristol’s hidden basement bar blending historic charm with expertly crafted cocktails in an intimate, secretive setting.

34 St Nicholas St, Bristol BS1 1TG
3.1 Average 12 reviews
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Slug & Lettuce - City Centre Bristol

Bristol's go-to cocktail haven on St Nicholas Street, blending lush drinks, tasty bites, and vibrant nights in the Old City heart.

26-28 St Nicholas St, Bristol BS1 1UB
4 Very Good 1,391 reviews
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The Boardroom

Grazing boards, rum mastery and historic charm in Bristol's Old City—perfect for intimate drinks or private hires till late.

Market Chambers, 20 St Nicholas St, Bristol BS1 1UB
4.3 Very Good 381 reviews
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The Mothers' Ruin

Bristol's dive bar legend: cheap pints, basement beats, live tunes, and pizza in a historic street nook – pure debauchery awaits.

7-9 St Nicholas St, Bristol BS1 1UE
4.3 Very Good 976 reviews
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Under the Stars

Sail into flavour on Bristol Harbour's moored tapas boat, where creative small plates, craft cocktails, and waterfront views create unforgettable evenings under the stars.

Narrow Quay, Bristol BS1 4QA
4.6 Excellent 822 reviews

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