Cool and Quirky Bars in Cardiff

Indulge your senses at one of the city's most unique bars, where illicit cocktails lie at the heart of the menu. Found off the beaten track, The Dead Canary serves only the finest in handcrafted sips in cosy surroundings, with regular live music sessions to soundtrack your evening.  

This secret bar in Cardiff requires ringing a bell next to a sign that reads 'spirits and remedies' to enter. Once inside, you'll be amazed by the flickering candlelight, cool hip-hop soundtrack and stunning selection of drinks created by master mixologists. 

A real party spot whatever the weather, this lively bar in Cardiff city centre is bringing you BBQ feasts, bar-top dancing and banging drinks every night of the week. One for those who are looking for something a little different for their big night, this spot has got fun-factor alright.

If you're looking for something a little different for your next girls night out in Cardiff, look no further than Gin And Bake. This gorgeous  Mermaid Quay bar is sure to live up to its reputation for perfectly blended concoctions and Insta-worthy interiors.

A tried and tested classic cocktail bar, Dirty Martini Cardiff serves up some of the best mixes in the city, making it a must for date nights, pre-drinks and group outings. Settle into the bar's Insta-worthy interiors, where cracking happy hour deals and stunning afternoon teas await. 

Offering some of the most innovative cocktails in Cardiff, this gorgeous Castle Quarter bar and restaurant is taking your drinking experience to the next level. Their concoctions run from molecular mix-ups of your favourite classic cocktails to a full menu of augmented reality offerings.

Chance & Counters is the perfect spot for rainy day drinks in Cardiff, offering a haven of cocktail sipping and board game competing. With over 500 classic options to choose from, you'll easily while away the hours while grazing on satisfying bites and refreshing drinks. 

The Potted Pig is a city centre restaurant bar serving the finest in Welsh cuisine against a backdrop of cosy interiors and bare brick walls. As for drinks? Expect a small yet perfectly formed selection with their bespoke collection of gins at the forefront. 

Looking for wild nights and even wilder cocktails? One of the most unique bars in Cardiff and here for all your mixology needs, join Revolucion De Cuba in the heart of The Friary for killer sips, salsa nights, tapas-style dining and a roster of regular events.

The Cambrian Tap may be one of the most casual ways to drink in the city, but that doesn't mean it isn't cool. Coming at you with some of the best craft beer in the business alongside rustic interiors, this is the perfect place to drink the afternoon away.

Looking for one of the best hidden bars in Cardiff? The Blind Tiger is a lair of speakeasy interiors and prohibition inspired cocktails. Secretive, interesting and elusive, this bar is a top spot on Saturday nights, offering revellers an experience to remember. 

Looking for a unique place to drink in Cardiff? Lab 22 screams luxury with its menu of innovative cocktail creations, which are sure to add a dash of drama to your night out. That's not all though, as this party palace will have you letting loose on the dancefloor to live music. 

Feast on pizza and great drinks at this groovy cocktail joint. With sleek botanical-inspired interiors, and plenty of beetle-inspired artwork, it's one of the best bars in the city to get sink hours into, with a menu of classic concoctions that have been given a cheeky makeover.