The Playhouse Bar

The Playhouse Bar is a riverside arts bar in the heart of Norwich, close to the theatre district and central attractions. That straightforward access is the detail that turns a quick drink or meal into a genuine break for the whole group.

Dogs are welcome inside on leads, so you can settle in together whether you're dropping in after a riverside walk or meeting friends before a show. The bar serves food and drink throughout the week, open daily from midday. It's the sort of spot where the lead can stay looped over the chair and the dog can supervise proceedings from under the table without anyone batting an eyelid.

Handy for exploring the city centre and the riverside paths, it's a relaxed, dog-friendly stop where theatre-goers, locals and visitors overlap without fuss. That simple inclusion is especially useful when the weather turns or the day needs a proper sit-down pause.