The 10 Best Bars In Clifton, Bristol

Updated: 9 February 2017

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Whether you’re in search of a cocktail bar, a quiet space to sample high-quality whisky or a lively venue frequented by a younger crowd, Bristol has it covered. Our guide to the best bars in Clifton leaves you spoilt for choice when deciding where to get your pints on a night out in one of the most popular cities of England.

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The Coronation Tap

A night out in Clifton is not complete without paying a visit to the world-famous The Coronation Tap. The only bar in Clifton to merit its own terminology, getting ‘corried’ is the way to have a fantastic night out while knocking back a few drinks at the oldest, and only, cider house in Bristol. Their large selection of ciders are served in half-pints only and the lively atmosphere guarantees entertainment into the late hours of the night. Also a live music venue, The Coronation Tap is a frequent haunt for Bristol’s students and Clifton visitors.

8 Sion Place, Clifton, City of Bristol, UK, +44 117 973 9617

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Manos Liquor Bar

Bar, Pub Grub, British

Clifton, Bristol | © Angel Ganev/Flickr

Manos Liquor Bar

Manos Liquor Bar is the go-to for classy cocktails in all of Bristol, let alone Clifton. The courtyard seating and leather sofas in the lounge create a stylish and sophisticated atmosphere to sip on the equally sophisticated cocktails. There’s an extensive menu of long, short and sparkly cocktails. Centrally located and open until late, Manos Liquor Bar is a top choice for sampling new and inventive drinks made by expert mixologists.

37 Triangle W, Bristol, UK, +44 117 925 5266

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37 Triangle West, Bristol, BS8 1ER, United Kingdom

+441179255266

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Hausbar

Bar, Cocktail Bar, Pub Grub, European

Hausbar

Berlin-inspired Hausbar brings European cool to the quaint Clifton neighbourhood. The speakeasy-style atmosphere and extensive cocktail list creates a unique atmosphere in Clifton, away from the usual strip of bars and pubs. The only way to enter the dimly lit bar is by ringing a doorbell. A previous winner of the ‘Best Service’ title at Bristol Cocktail Week, Hausbar has garnered a loyal following, so it’s best to call ahead and book a table if you want to secure a seat for your group.

52 Upper Belgrave Rd, Avon, Bristol, UK, +44 117 946 6081

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52 Upper Belgrave Road, Avon, Bristol, BS8 2XP, United Kingdom

+441179466081

The Quadrant

Bar, Wine Bar, Tapas, $$$

The Quadrant | © shrinkin’violet/Flickr

The Quadrant

Wine enthusiasts visiting Bristol’s Victorian suburb of Clifton will be nothing short of delighted after a few hours spent at The Quadrant. This establishment, centrally located in Clifton village, is a tapas bar by day and a wine bar by night; a growing menu of over 30 international wines will have you buying by the bottle. The intimate wine cellar often hosts wine tasting events for an alternative evening out, catering to novices and connoisseurs alike.

2 Princess Victoria St, Bristol, City of Bristol, UK, +44 117 974 1025

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12:00 pm - 12:00 am

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3:00 pm - 12:00 am

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3:00 pm - 12:00 am

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3:00 pm - 12:00 am

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3:00 pm - 12:00 am

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12:00 pm - 12:00 am

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12:00 pm - 12:00 am

2 Princess Victoria Street, Bristol, England, BS8 4BP, United Kingdom

+441179741025

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Hyde & Co

Bar, Pub Grub, $$$

Hyde & Co

Once you ring the doorbell and enter Hyde & Co, this prohibition-era themed bar takes you back to a time of secret rooms and delinquent drinking. The decor immerses guests in the 1920s speakeasy atmosphere. A secret private room, vintage lampshades and a piano (for the musically inclined) can be found in the dimly lit room, creating a relaxed drinking space for the cool, calm and collected Cliftonites. The cocktail menu dominates the drink choice, with extensive classics and specialities on offer.

The Basement, 2 Upper Byron Pl, Bristol, UK, +44 117 929 7007

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6:00 pm - 1:00 am

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6:00 pm - 1:00 am

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6:00 pm - 1:00 am

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6:00 pm - 1:00 am

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6:00 pm - 2:00 am

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6:00 pm - 2:00 am

Bristol, England, BS8 1JY, United Kingdom

+441179297007

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Amoeba

Amoeba’s venue offers a snug place to kick back and drink a beer in the heated and covered back garden area or the cosy candlelit interior. Specialising in craft beer, Amoeba has over 70 craft beers from around the globe to choose from, and its menu encourages creative choices of drink. Off the beaten track Amoeba is tucked away down one of the notorious hidden back-roads of Clifton. Weekend DJ’s and lavish decorations secure Amoeba as one of the best bars in Clifton.

10 King’s Rd, Bristol, City of Bristol, UK +44 117 946 6461

Clifton at dawn | © Andy Powell/Flickr

The Woods

Bar, Pub Grub

Gin And Tonic | © Ginny/Flickr

The Woods

The Woods is inconspicuously located just off Park Street. The bar spans two separate rooms, where animal heads and insects decorate the walls. Rustic seating and cosy chesterfields for intimate parties or large groups are available. While the menu boasts a variety of exciting beers and spirits, The Woods is beloved by locals for its exceptional whisky, the quality and range unlike any other in Clifton village.

1 Park St Ave, Bristol, City of Bristol, UK, +44 117 925 0890

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5:00 pm - 2:00 am

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5:00 pm - 4:00 am

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5:00 pm - 6:00 am

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7:00 pm - 2:00 am

1 Park Street Avenue, Bristol, England, BS1 5LQ, United Kingdom

+441179250890

Gin And Tonic | © Ginny/Flickr

The Somerset House

Bar, Gastropub, Pub, Pub Grub, British, $$$

The Somerset House

Cliftonites head to The Somerset House to start the night. A fashionable candlelit gastropub with vintage radios and bare brick walls, this pub is a chilled out place to have a drink. The champagne and gin dining room serves over 60 varieties of gin with a full range of fever-free tonics, creating exciting twists and turns on the classic British gin and tonic. Wine lists may change with the season, but The Somerset House is an appealing bar any time of the year.

11 Princess Victoria St, Bristol, Avon, UK, +44 117 973 6831

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12:00 pm - 9:00 pm

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12:00 pm - 11:00 pm

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12:00 pm - 11:00 pm

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12:00 pm - 12:00 am

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12:00 pm - 12:00 am

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12:00 pm - 12:00 am

11 Princess Victoria Street, Clifton, Bristol, England, BS8 4BX, United Kingdom

+441179736831

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Her Majesty’s Secret Service

Her Majesty’s Secret Service has gained recognition at the Bristol Cocktail Week for having the best atmosphere. Its unique wartime theme explores secret intelligence gatherings and espionage through dark oakwood furniture and a portrait of Winston Churchill. Fiery and complex cocktails adorn the pages of a passport-style menu.

Whiteladies Gate, Whiteladies Road, Bristol, +44 808 227662

Whiteladies Road, Clifton | © shrinkin'violet/Flickr

Alterego

Bar, Cocktail Bar, Pub Grub, $$$

Alterego

Alterego is located right at the heart of the Whiteladies Road strip, and is Clifton’s best sports and cocktail bar. Alterego is all about the game, screening up to five games simultaneously and covering every live major sporting event on ten HD screens, including two large projectors. With an appetising array of cocktails on the menu, a lively night is guaranteed. Alterego also offers cocktail lessons, including three cocktails and one shot. A popular joint for students and stag-do’s alike, Alterego is the perfect bar to go out and get loud.

77 Whiteladies Rd, Bristol, City of Bristol, UK, +44 117 973 9070

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11:00 am - 12:00 am

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3:00 pm - 12:00 am

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3:00 pm - 12:00 am

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3:00 pm - 12:00 am

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3:00 pm - 12:00 am