1766 Bar, Bristol

As described, this is a pleasant place to stop for a snack but the lack of real ale is a flaw. The keg beers on when we visited were Helles Lager, Barleywood Cider, Clear Head, three fruit ciders and Radler. The taps dispensing pre-mixed cocktails were less appealing, but probably fine for the theatre crowd. The Pieminister pies filled a hole, a better bet then the ‘loaded’ nachos. It’s a convenient place to sit and the architecture of the adjoining theatre is interesting in its own right. I’d be happy to come back for a snack or a cuppa, but the lack of ale would preclude a session or a beer break.

As described in the previous review, this is the bar of the Old Vic theatre, housed in an ultra-modern foyer building giving access to the historic theatre behind and open to all. A number of Bath beers and lagers are available on tap, with some interesting-looking bottles also but no handpumps. There is a second bar on an upper level with a smaller range, open during performances.

Official site of 1766 Bar - bristololdvic.org.uk

Official site of 1766 Bar - bristololdvic.org.uk