The Best Pubs
in
Bangor

Tucked away on a quiet street, The Mostyn Arms is a true hidden gem where the welcome is as warm as the fire. This dog-friendly spot serves up the best pint of Guinness around, alongside a fantastic range of beers and wines, all at refreshingly affordable prices. With giant TVs for the big match, a pool table, and cozy nooks filled with wood and charm, it’s the perfect place for groups or a quiet pint. The friendly regulars and incredible service make every visit feel like coming home.

Nestled in the heart of the action, The Bold Arms is a cracking spot where incredible value meets a genuinely warm welcome. Grab a pint, a glass of wine, or a cocktail and settle into the beer garden, or pull up a stool to catch the big game on the telly. The menu is packed with hearty, well presented dishes at prices that are hard to beat, and the whole place has a lively, social buzz that’s perfect for groups. Best of all, your four legged friends are treated like royalty with their own free doggy bar, making it the ideal pit stop for a proper pub lunch.

Down a discreet side street, this wonderfully quirky pub rewards the curious with a brilliantly stocked bar and a truly unique layout. The margaritas are legendary, but the extensive selection of local beers, wines, and cocktails means there's a perfect drink for everyone. With a sunny beer garden, live music, and a dog friendly policy, it's a fantastic spot for groups or a relaxed afternoon. The owners are creating a fun, friendly vibe that makes you never want to leave.

Step through the doors and you'll feel like you've discovered a proper Welsh treasure, a cosy local where the ales are cared for with real passion and the welcome is as warm as the hearth. This is a pub with serious character, where a pool table and dartboard sit alongside live folk music sessions that fill the room with an irresistible buzz. The friendly staff and great selection of beers, wines, and cocktails make it a brilliant spot for groups, whether you're catching the game or just soaking up the genuine, happy chatter. It's a true gem that begs you to return.

For a proper local that’s always buzzing with good vibes, the Albion Inn is an absolute gem. You can grab a cheap pint, a glass of wine, or a cocktail and head straight to the beer garden, where live music and friendly chatter fill the air. It’s a dog friendly haven that’s perfect for groups, with a quiz night and karaoke that keep the energy high and the smiles wide. The staff are brilliant, the service is spot on, and every visit feels like catching up with old friends.

Find your new favourite local at Pant yr Ardd, a warm and friendly pub where the welcome is as genuine as the perfectly poured Guinness. The prices are incredibly reasonable, making it easy to settle in with a top notch real ale or a glass of wine while the live music or big match plays on. This dog friendly spot is a haven for groups, with a lovely outdoor area and a menu that delivers seriously good burgers and pizza that have folks coming back for more. It’s the kind of cozy, unpretentious place where you’ll happily while away an evening, chatting with friendly locals and enjoying some of the best scran in town.

Perched right on the shore of the Menai Straits, The Gazelle Hotel offers jaw dropping panoramic views across to the Snowdonia range that are simply unforgettable. This welcoming Robinsons pub serves up an incredible selection of beers, wines, and cocktails, perfect for enjoying on the outdoor terrace or in the dog friendly, family friendly spaces. The food is the real star here, with a focus on local seasonal produce and fresh seafood that has guests raving about the quality of every single dish. With live music and a relaxed, easy going vibe, it is an absolute must visit for groups and anyone looking for a memorable meal by the water.

With its prime spot overlooking the Menai Strait, The Liverpool Arms is a proper local treasure that’s impossible to resist. The menu is a constant surprise, packed with homemade dishes like the legendary steak and ale pie and a gravy so good you’ll be dreaming about it, all at genuinely reasonable prices. Bring your dog, grab a table outside, and settle in with a pint of Golden Hen or a perfectly mixed cocktail while live music fills the air. It’s the kind of welcoming, group friendly spot where the food is always fresh, the service is spot on, and you’ll be planning your next visit before you’ve even left.

This is the sort of proper, welcoming local that instantly feels like home, where the friendly bar staff go above and beyond for everyone from campervan travellers to regulars. The drinks are absolutely top notch, with a brilliant selection of beers, wines, and cocktails, and the whole place has a wonderfully cozy, homey feel that's perfect for a quiet pint or a good laugh with mates. It’s a dog friendly haven with outdoor seating, big screens for the match, and a fantastic buzz that makes it ideal for groups. You’ll be hard pressed to find a friendlier spot to while away an afternoon.

Perched on the edge of Menai Bridge with sweeping views of the Menai Suspension Bridge and the Snowdonia mountains, the Four Crosses is a cracking family run pub that’s impossible to resist. The huge beer garden is the perfect spot to enjoy a pint, glass of wine, or a cocktail while soaking up the scenery, and the menu delivers massive portions of beautifully cooked, high quality food that keeps locals and visitors coming back for more. With a weekly quiz night, plenty of space for groups, and big screens for watching sports, this welcoming spot is an absolute must visit on the island.