The Best Pubs in Gloucester

The Pelican Inn is a proudly traditional, family run pub with a well earned reputation for exceptional beer. It serves an impressive ten real ales, mostly from Wye Valley Brewery, alongside guest beers, proper cider, and a growing range of cans and bottles. Crowned CAMRA South West Pub of the Year 2022, it champions local produce including what many argue are the best pickled eggs on the planet. This award winning ale house is a must visit for anyone serious about beer.

Tank is a spacious and welcoming bar and restaurant brought to you by Gloucester Brewery, nestled in the heart of the vibrant docks. They pride themselves on serving the best pint, offering a great range of their own beers alongside guest beers, ciders, wines, and handcrafted gins. You can enjoy delicious stonebaked pizzas served daily, and there is a reason to visit every night of the week with food, beers, gin, and wines. The stunning beer garden makes it a great year-round spot for a drink or bite to eat.

Café René is an award winning city-centre pub serving hot food, cold beer, and a very warm welcome. It has been a champion of live music since 2003, with regular nights of DJs, bands, and artists, plus an annual summer blues festival. Housed in a historic building, the pub offers a cosy dining room and a relaxed space where great food, drinks, and music come together. It was the first pub in the city to get a 24 hour licence and remains a local favourite.

This craft beer pub in the Quays is temporarily closed for refurbishment but will re open on March 26th. It is the perfect place to enjoy freshly brewed, hyper local, award winning craft beers and food, including their signature beer can chicken. You can enjoy a Sunday roast, a burger and pint deal for £13.95, or weekly specials like steak Thursday and fish Friday. The pub also offers a waterside location, outdoor seating, and hosts events like quiz nights and rugby screenings.

The Lord High Constable of England is an award winning pub offering superb quality, choice, and value in both food and drink. The all day menu features an exciting mix of traditional meals alongside popular and innovative international dishes. It is known for being a casual spot with great value, cheap drinks and beers, and it also has outdoor seating. Guests have praised the friendly staff, great food and service, and the excellent value for real ales.

The Dick Whittington, also known as the Black Cat, is a fantastic spot for groups who love a great cider selection. The friendly staff keep things running smoothly, and the outdoor seating makes it an ideal place to enjoy a brilliant range of real ales and good food with friends. With a lively, welcoming energy and consistently good service, this pub is a true local gem.

This pub proudly calls itself the home of real ale and great food, offering traditional pub classics and a whole lot more. It is a Camra recommended spot known for its exceptional choice of ales, served in a lovely traditional city centre setting. You can enjoy your visit on the outdoor seating, and the beautiful cathedral is literally a stones throw away.

Step into the Robert Raikes's House, a beautifully restored 16th century townhouse that feels like a maze of historic nooks, crannies, and exposed beams. The friendly team here pours a fantastic selection of Samuel Smith’s beers, which pair perfectly with a famously delicious beetroot Wellington. You can settle into a cozy chair by a crackling fireplace or head outside to the huge, welcoming courtyard, making it a true gem for any pub lover.

This 600 year old Tudor style inn is considered the finest medieval galleried inn in Britain. It offers a classic pub with two bars, a variety of world beers and real ales, a carvery, and a beer garden. The historic building features original wooden beams, crooked windows, and a courtyard that sparkles with lights, creating a beautiful ye olde world charm. Guests can enjoy a full English breakfast and stay in rooms with exposed beams and paneled walls.

Welcome to The Tall Ship Inn, a Wadworth pub serving award winning beers. The pub offers great value dining with events like Urban Nights featuring 3 courses for £8 per head. You can enjoy good grub including lots of seafood and tasty pancakes, plus a pool table and televised football. Make sure to book in advance by phone for these special events to avoid disappointment.