Relaxing at one of the chic Harbourside bars with friends grows ever more appealing with the long days and light evenings. But as Bristol has so much to offer on the food and drink scene, with various awards and accolades , it can be difficult to settle on the perfect spot. We've put together a list of the best places to kick back with a drink and enjoy the view of Bristol's iconic harbour backdrop.
Each cater to different tastes, with trendy and cosy bars alike, so there is something for everyone. The Architect Cafe and Bar Over Pero's Bridge away from the main string of bars and restaurants on Harbourside sits The Architect. The cafe and bar opened back in 2021 , and has become popular with the Bristol crowd.
Read more: Week-long seafood festival comes to Bristol next month One TripAdvisor user said: "Such a lovely place on the harbour. Plenty of outside and inside seating." At lunchtime, The Architect serves speciality coffee, teas and sourdough sandwiches.
By night, it transforms into a sophisticated but cosy bar with cocktails, wines and craft beers on offer, as well as a selection of cheese and charcuterie boards. Rick's An extension to hotel The Bristol, Rick's blends style with comfort. The bar has a vast drinks menu, including a range of vegan and alcohol-free wines.
Having only opened last year, the trendy bar has wowed visitors. One TripAdvisor said: "Lovely cocktails and small plates overlooking the harbour." Rick's promises guests "easy elegance, with a dash of i.
