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 Pies, Belgian Beers and so much more ! |
10 Kings Road Clifton Bristol BS8 4AB United Kingdom 0117 946 6461 |
Amoeba is a great place to visit with friends for a relaxed Sunday evening drink, or for a pre-nightclub digestif; he enthusiastically suggests that you do the same! It stocks the widest range of Belgian and world beers – from a fine Judas, to Peroni Gran Riserva – the latter of which has finally hit the scene in the UK thanks to promotions by such 'in the know' venues as this. Run as a café by Jan during the day, you can unwind on the sofas and sample the delicious homemade sandwiches, cakes and delicious Pieminister pies and mash, before the evening mode kicks in when Bailey and Anna take over and the mood is one of a sophisticated lounge bar. Truly a versatile establishment to meet your needs any time of day - or evening. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Cosmopolitan wine bar in beautiful Clifton Village |
38 The Mall Clifton Village Bristol BS8 4DS United Kingdom +44 117 973 4443 |
This small and cosy wine bar is very popular with rather wealthy Cliftonites, attracting lots of suits at lunchtimes, and a slightly younger crowd in the evenings, all enjoying the pleasant continental feel. There's a tapas menu, available until 9.30pm. Each menu item includes dishes such as boquerones (fresh anchovies), chorizo, potatas bravas, garlic prawns etc. They also do a lunch menu, which includes pies, baguettes and salads, plus Sunday lunches. As for drinks, there are around 40 different wines to choose from. Or you could choose a bottle of Moet-this is Clifton after all! Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Enjoy wines in a shady courtyard |
4 Richmond Terrace Clifton Bristol BS8 1AB United Kingdom +44 117 973 2069 |
This cellar-bar is about three doors down from the university's enormous student union building — so guess who the majority of the punters are.Yes, students.But not just any old students,only those of the richer variety drink here (the poorer ones go to the cheaper pint pubs in town) as good wines don't come cheap. Well, you can get the odd glass of cheapish plonk, but the majority of the wines on offer are good quality and well-chosen, which is perhaps why this place is also popular with professionals as well.If you want lagers and spirits you'll find those here too. Food is also available, of the home-made and relatively basic variety and their breakfasts are becoming extremely popular. If it's sunny, grab one of the tables in the charming courtyard out the back - you'll have to be quick though. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Sample the west country's favourite tipple - cider! |
8 Sion Place Clifton Bristol BS8 4AX United Kingdom +44 117 973 9617 |
The "Cori Tap" is Clifton's only cider pub with many varieties of the fermented apple on offer, including many local brews. The drink of choice is the exhibition cider, which is so potent that it can only be served in half pints (but there's no limit to how many you can buy!) The décor is rustic, complete with large wooden barrels holding the aforementioned brews and also acting as stools etc. Sport gets its fair TV screening and it seems popular with rugby followers for some reason. On a Friday night in term-time, it gets packed with trust-funded Bristol University students and can get loud and rather boisterous - this isn't a pub for aesthetes. But if you fancy sampling ciders so strong it'll make the hairs on the back of your neck stand up, you're in the right place! Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Luna |
15 Richmond Terrace Clifton Bristol BS8 1AA United Kingdom |
Lay back and relax, evenings at Luna are unique, relaxed and sophisticated. Luna prides itself on a consummate range of drinks, with an extensive range of top shelf spirits, and fantastic cocktails created by a talented bar staff. Outstanding service is a given, with table service in the cocktail lounge, all complimented by a chic blend of funk, soul, rare groove, R&B and Jazz, and live entertainment on a regular basis. On the menu there's a selection of high quality tapas and coffees which, in true continental style, are available at all times. In our opinion, this is the hidden gem of Bristol, located, as it is, smack between the hustle and bustle of Park Street and the quiet calm of central Clifton. Everything about this place oozes quality: from the courteous greeting at the door, to the impeccable service inside, you can be confident that Luna will ensure your evening passes off in style... Luna: for after dark. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Sophisticated pub in well-heeled Clifton |
The Mall Clifton Village Bristol BS8 4JG United Kingdom |
Is it a pub, or is it a wine bar? This place, right in the middle of posh Clifton Village, has styled itself as a classic wine bar, complete with candles on the table and blackboard advertising the food options - which ranges from "lights" such as toasted brie and grape ciabatta and soup of the day to mains like sausages and chive mash, plus Sunday lunches. They offer Hoegaarden, Staropramen, Guinness and Tetley on tap, amongst others. Although it's stylish and softly lit, the fact it's so large (there's a massive downstairs) and the wine list is rather limited puts it in the pub category. But, nevertheless, it's a relaxing and pleasingly civilised place for a drink. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Like a second home |
Hotwells Road Bristol BS8 4HA United Kingdom |
It might be perched in no-man's-land between town and Hotwells, on the edge of a very busy main road, but there are some very good reasons why you should visit this little place. First of all, the ale. It's part of a trio of pubs owned by Bath Ales, who also produce some of the tastiest real ales around, so expect lots of those behind the bar, plus some top guest ales, all of which can be had by the half, pint or in four-pint jugs. Secondly, it's got a unique atmosphere, which is best summed up by saying that it's rather like gate-crashing someone's living room, so friendly and laid-back is the vibe. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Bon appétit! |
4 Rodney Place The Rodney Hotel Bristol BS8 4HY United Kingdom +44 (0)117 973 5422 (Hotel) http://www.cliftonhotels.com/c... |
One very beautiful and charming restaurant in Clifton is POSH. Located within the Rodney Hotel, this laidback spot offers Anglo-French cuisine. Mouth-watering treats such as confit of duck, roasted cod, and grilled goat cheese are up for grabs, and to accompany these delicious preparations you can choose from a wide array of wines. Despite its modern furnishings, it retains an an old world charm, with a fireplace and huge windows. If you want to have a drink with friends, swing by the POSH Bar, which overlooks a lovely garden. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Toe-tapping tapas |
26 The Promenade Gloucester Road Bristol BS7 8AL United Kingdom +44 117 942 7319 http://www.theprom.co.uk/ |
This cult venue attracts folks from all over town, and here's why. There's a large bar with both English and tapas meals and snacks, plus alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks, all served in vibrantly decorated, uplifting surroundings. It's a wonderful place for an all-day breakfast, then in the evenings, things hot up! The corner stage boasts frequent live bands—making it a real magnet for those who adore rock, blues and jazz. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Light, Airy Wine Bar with a Great Wine Cellar ! |
2 Princess Victoria St. Clifton Bristol BS8 4BP United Kingdom 0117 974 1025 |
In keeping with the ambiance at the Clifton Sausage just up the road, the Quadrant offers a light, airy bar with a traditional – and recently restored – Victorian wine cellar on the lower level. This is the new Quadrant in Clifton Village, sophisticatedly finished with solid tile flooring, bespoke bar-top features (the bar itself consists of subtle wine cases sunk into the hardwood surface) and comfortable seating. The last time we visited we drank the Salice Salentino Cantina Due Palma '02 from Tuscany, which we would highly recommend! Whilst also offering an extensive range of fine ales on tap, this is an ideal venue in which to sup on the latest vintage offering and dine out (yes, food platters and bar snacks are also available). Oh, and if you are left short for that bottle of vino for your upcoming dinner party like we were recently, rest assured - the Quadrant also doubles as an off-licence. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Gaze at the Suspension Bridge whilst enjoying a pint |
Avon Gorge Hotel, Princes Buildings Sion Hill Bristol BS8 4LD United Kingdom +44 117 973 8955 |
Massively popular, especially in summer for one reason in particular - its fantastic terrace with the best view of the Suspension Bridge in the whole city. This place is both a bar and a restaurant and is the number-one venue for Clifton's well-heeled students, tourists and locals. Sit outside on the terrace, or inside at one of the many tables (you don't need to order food, you can just get a drink). The Bar food is average (and service can be slow), but the restaurant food is top notch - potato wedges with cheese and chive mousse, grilled sirloin steak, sherry trifle etc. And it's breathtaking view makes it one of the most romantic places to dine in the city. Coffee and tea are available and there's a full bar. Children are also welcome - they can either choose from the kid's menu or can get half portions of any main meal. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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