Phoenix

This Bristol city centre pub strikes a nice balance between cosy indoor corners and a large, lively beer garden that really comes into its own when the weather plays along. It’s the kind of place where you can tuck yourself away for a quieter drink or lean into the more social side outside, depending on the mood.

Food leans into fresh-made burgers and proper Sunday roasts, giving it that reliable, “we’ll just eat here” feel once you’re settled. Drinks cover both local favourites and familiar classics, with a cocktail menu that plays with well-known flavours and adds a bit of a twist. Dogs drift in alongside you, finding their spot while the space fills and the day naturally stretches on.