As summer approaches, the idea of grabbing a pint and a bite to eat at a pub becomes incredibly appealing to those enjoying the sunshine. In a true Bristolian spirit, we are surrounded by pubs offering beer gardens, views of notable landmarks and there are plenty of options available. Gastropubs are becoming increasingly popular as well, offering quality food as well as the drinks that you’d expect.
This is exactly what The Pump House in Hotwells does, and does well. The Pump House, overlooking the Harbourside , is a stylish and comfortable pub serving a range of dishes including pub classics, meat mains and desserts. Operating as a pub since 2007, it has been recognised in The Good Food Guide every year since 2011 and its chef, Toby Gritten, won the best chef award at the Bristol Good Food Awards in 2013.
READ MORE: Opening date confirmed for revamped Bristol pub after £405k upgrade READ MORE: Bristol Harbour Festival 2024 new additions including boat race Drinks are reasonably priced when compared to other pubs in Bristol, costing between £6.20 and £6.50 a pint for cider, beer, ale or their guest versions.
Spirits can set you back a little more with prices starting from £7.70 for a single and £11.50 for a double, with alcohol-free options also available.
The Pump House serves snacks all day. The kitchen is open from 10.30am to 3pm and 6pm to 9pm everyday except Sunday, when the kitchen is open from 12pm to 4pm.
The pub makes a point of using locally-sourced ingredien.
