There's nothing like the taste of a boozy drink after a long day of lectures, or hours spent slogging away at the library. Whether it's an ice cold beer or hand-crafted cocktail that floats your boat, there are plenty of great bars for students to drink in Birmingham. On a tight budget, you may struggle to find somewhere outside of the student union - so we have rounded up our top picks of the best student bars that Birmingham has to offer.
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Drink your way through the 2-for-1 happy hour specials which run daily at Be At One. As one of the best student bars, drinks include classics like the Old Fashioned, and fun newbies like the Buenot; made with Kahlúa salted cramel, white chocolate cream liqueur, vanilla ice cream and topped with a Kinder Bueno.
From breakfast through to the wee hours, the Bristol Pear has you covered. Defend your spot at the pool table or cozy up on a vintage sofa to watch a match on one of their many HD screens... pint in hand. Make the most of the Bristol Pear and register for a MORE card to collect points and win prizes at one of the best students bars in Birmingham.
Experience the happiest of happy hours at this plush student-friendly cocktail bar in Birmingham. With half price Martinis alongside discounted bottles of wine, prosecco, beer and cider, a night at Dirty Martini will be easy on your wallet.
This canalside pub is one of Birmingham's leading independent live music venues. With some of Birmingham's best student nights, you can catch a local band play an intimate gig or watch your favourite new artist. Enjoy a beer in the second floor terrace and beergarden, which overlooks the water.
Inspired by the ruin bars of Budapest, this Digbeth street boozer is one of the leading places for Birmingham students to drink. Don't underestimate the shabby chic interior and worn decor, as this Grade II listed building is home to some of the best drinks in Brum. With close proximity to Ghetto Golf and Digbeth Dining Club, a night beginning (or ending) at The Ruin will be one to remember.
Quench your thirst at this South American inspired neighbourhood cantina. Bodega boasts vibrant interiors with an eclectic food menu and a huge range of spirits, from pisco and cachaça, to gin and rum. Keep an eye out for happy hour deals at one of Birmingham's best student bars.
This cool hangout in the heart of the Chinese Quarter sticks to an Asian theme with its plush leather booths and outdoor terrace set to a soundtrack of funk and soul. Relax here between lectures or let loose post-exams; either way, you can enjoy one of the best student bars in Birmingham while sipping on 2-for-1 cocktails.
Lovers of live music will love this independent venue, which draws a laid-back crowd. Listen to an intimate gig with a date or chill out with mates at one of the most student-friendly cocktail bars in Birmingham. Discover new indie bands and be sure to keep an eye out on social media for album launch parties and other uber cool events.
