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Best Bars near Root

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

The 10 best bars near Root

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Shakespeare Tavern

Waterside Bristol pub pouring cask ales, pub classics, and community cheer in a dog-friendly haven with garden vibes.

68 Prince St, Bristol BS1 4QD
4.3 Very Good 1,106 reviews
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The Architect

Art deco café-bar on Bristol's Floating Harbour: coffees by day, cocktails by night, with terrace views of ferries and quayside life.

16 Narrow Quay, Bristol BS1 4QA
4.4 Very Good 83 reviews
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Las Iguanas - Bristol - Harbourside

Experience the vibrant tastes of Latin America at Las Iguanas - Bristol Harbourside, where delicious food meets a lively atmosphere.

South Bldg Anchor Square, Anchor Square, Bristol BS1 5UH
4.2 Very Good 2,924 reviews
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Slug & Lettuce - Harbourside Bristol

Bristol harbourside cocktail haven with 2-for-1 drinks, bottomless brunches, and waterfront terrace vibes for unforgettable nights out.

Explore Ln, Bristol BS1 5TY
4.1 Very Good 2,573 reviews
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Steinbeck and Shaw

Bristol's graffiti-glazed cocktail haven where masterclasses, happy hours, and late-night vibes collide in historic style.

The South Buildings, Bristol BS1 5UH
3.9 Good 680 reviews
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Rick's

Bristol’s harbourside gem offering expertly crafted cocktails, local flavors, and a relaxed atmosphere by the water’s edge.

Rick's, Prince St, Farr's Ln, Narrow Quay, Bristol BS1 4QF
4.2 Very Good 89 reviews
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Loose Cannon Cocktail Bar - Bristol

Quirky harbourside haven blending pop culture cocktails, local art, and Bristol's playful vibe in a waterfront independent gem.

Unit 1b, 8 Millennium Promenade, Bristol BS1 5SZ
4.6 Excellent 308 reviews
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Mackenzies Bar & Kitchen

A relaxed, all-day cafe-bar in the W Shed offering casual meals and drinks beside Bristol’s harbourside.

Groundfloor 'W' Shed, Canon's Rd, Bristol BS1 5UH
3.5 Good 1,623 reviews
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Harbour House - Restaurant, Bar & Terrace

Experience exquisite dining at Harbour House, Bristol's premier restaurant and bar with breathtaking waterfront views and a delectable menu.

The Grove, Bristol BS1 4RB
4.4 Very Good 474 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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