Gloucester Road Bars in Bristol

By Scarlett Welch • Editor, DesignMyNight Scarlett has covered the UK's best restaurants, bars and events for DesignMyNight since 2023. She holds an MA in Media & Journalism, with bylines in The Crack magazine and South London News, among others. Last updated on 3rd July 2026

With the largest number of independent retailers in the UK along its stretch of tarmac, Gloucester Road in Bristol is more quirky than most. Along with record stores, vintage clothing caverns and book shops galore, Gloucester Road also has a hot line-up of bars and restaurants. Head north to find Gloucester Road bars in Bristol and fill up on buckets of cute and kitsch.

The Bootlegger Bristol

8 reviews

HAPPY HOUR 🍸| £8 Cocktails | £4 Bottles of beer | £18 Bottles of wine | £20 Bottles of prosecco

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While The Bootlegger is not technically on Gloucester Road in Bristol, it's so close that is worth darting off the main strip. Inspired by speakeasies of the 1920s, the bar brings live music, boozy cocktails and a party atmosphere to this area of the city.

What's more, they're serving six limited-edition summer cocktails until 11pm daily, with each one priced at just £9.50. Think Malibu Coconut Mojitos, a Honey and Ginger Penicillin and more.

Bishopston
Party Bar ⋅ Cocktail Bar ⋅ Event Space

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Gloucester Road Ale House

After a bar in the popular area? Then venture to Gloucester Road Ale House. This boozer has an awesome range of pizza slices and a buffet-style menu that can be washed down with lip-smacking craft brews. If you're into sports, there are also screens to catch the action on.

Gloucester Road
Pub ⋅ Restaurant Bar

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The Gallimaufry

The Gallimaufry epitomises what Gloucester Road bars in Bristol are all about. With the help of artists, the bar's interiors feature a range of impressive murals, while food is sourced as locally as possible.

Bishopston ⋅ Gloucester Road
Lounge Bar ⋅ Event Space ⋅ Cocktail Bar

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Prince Of Wales, Bristol

12 reviews

Situated on Gloucester Road, the Prince Of Wales is a classic boozer worth visiting. Not only does it offer delicious hearty grub, such as mac 'n' cheese or pizza, but there's also a mural-adorned beer garden and plenty of HD screens for big sports fixtures.