Couch Stirchley

Menus here are playful, clever and endlessly creative, often inspired by pop culture themes like iconic women in music, films or TV. Drinks change regularly and are meticulously crafted, whether that’s a riff on a classic or something wildly imaginative you won’t find anywhere else. Couch has picked up serious industry recognition along the way, including being crowned Best Bar in the Midlands & East Anglia at the CLASS Bar Awards, while co‑owner Katie Rouse took home Bartender of the Year, cementing the bar’s national reputation. It’s also climbed rapidly in the Top 50 Cocktail Bars rankings and won Bar Team of the Year, proving these folks really know their stuff.

Despite the accolades, Couch remains charmingly unflashy. Expect cosy interiors, a sun‑trap garden for warmer days and friendly bartenders who are just as happy to chat you through the menu as they are to freestyle something bespoke. Walk‑ins only, no fuss, no attitude – just beautifully balanced cocktails, brilliant service and a bar that feels like a second living room for Stirchley locals and cocktail lovers alike.