Gloucester Road Ale House & Kitchen in Bristol, City of

Despite receiving confirmation and a reminder of our booking, the staff were not aware and there was no reserved table for our party of 6. After some discussion we were offered a table upstairs although would have to vacate it by 9. There was no ale as advertised.and the artisan pizzas are bought in and served lukewarm. One was still lukewarm after sending it back because it was cold. I don’t usually air poor service in public, however have tried to ring to complain twice and had no response to an email sent

Delicious roast dinner, brisket and chicken were both lovely and really well priced! Staff were so friendly and attentive, and very helpful catering for our 3 year old. Look forward to returning again soon :)

Lovely Sunday lunch with friends and doggo. The beef brisket melts in your mouth and the gravy is nice and thick. Great portion size for the price too.

The guys who worked here were really lovely, nothing was too much trouble. They were chilled out. We asked to be booked for the room upstairs, they saved us 2 tables. Some of us ate and others had drinks. The food was excellent, I had brisket pie , which was packed full of meat and very tasty.

Had a family meal here today and the food and beer was fantastic. Very friendly staff who work really hard. Highly recommended.

I booked a table for my birthday. We had our toddler with us and my parents too. We sat upstairs in a spacious booth and a highchair was up there ready, and it was clean. The number of times I’ve been places recently and the high chairs are dirty or dusty. Two of us had the pork and the other two the beef brisket. We had a couple of portions of panko chicken for starters too. All the food was delicious, a bit too much meat for us as we weren’t able to eat all the veg and Yorkshire puddings etc. Nobody ordered a dessert as they were too full, I was surprised with a birthday brownie complete with birthday candle, such a thoughtful touch! We would definitely recommend the pub, drinks and roasts. They’ve got some interesting gins to try that I’ve never heard of, and I’m told the ale is perfect.

Two members of staff down (isolating due to track and trace) and still a great meal and service. The beef roast was delicious. Highly recommend.

Turned up on a Saturday afternoon with no prior booking, the front of house staff were very welcoming and seated us straight away. The in-house Wickwar beer is fantastic and the food is exceptional, cooked perfectly and no detail lost with the presentation. I highly recommend visiting this pub!

We’re regulars here, and we love it. Fab atmosphere, staff, and music. Always fab ales and food options. Boss makes an effort. Lush. Thank you!

Our local when visiting children in Bristol. Beer is kept well and delighted to taste the new menu provided by Bristol Event Catering...a lovely choice of starter/shared plates.

Great Sunday roast, good prices & delicious food. Pork was moist crackling was done perfectly. Chicken was delicious with a lovely crispy skin. Would recommend booking to avoid disappointment. Great selection of beers on tap, inc Heineken, Guinness, Bristol brewing IPAs etc Would definitely come again

Son had just moved in to the area and picked this place based on Tripadvisor. Not disappointed. Good selection of ales. Burgers were excellent and tasty. The wedge potato chips are amazing! Nice ambiance.

Popped in to this pub, on a visit to son studying in Bristol. Impressed with the perfectly cooked meats with tasty roast trimmings.

have been to this pub a few times now just for a solo trip, it is a nice chilled atmosphere during the day, attentive and friendly staff, yummy food. I particularly enjoy the fantastic music they play!

Ok so what a find.... we will be back!! Food was lovely! Jacob (bar staff/ waiter) was a little gem. He is what all restaurant staff should be! He was under pressure as the WiFi and card payments weren’t working but was still so chilled, jolly and friendly! We eat in some of the best restaurants in the south west and Jacob is one of my favourite servers ever! Seriously, the food is faultless for the money! The atmosphere was perfect for a Thursday night! I cannot moan about anything! We will return !

We had a big group for Sunday lunch and all had great food. The manager was really accomodating and friendly. Plus accomodating for both gluten free and vegan. Had a great visit, thanks!

My partner and I come here often for dinner. The food is always delicious, the service is fantastic and the atmosphere, pleasant. It is one of our favorites, thanks for always making us feel welcome.

Meet up with some friends for food & drinks in Gloucester road ale house . I was pleasantly surprised at the interior as i Hadn’t been in here for many years when it was just an old fashioned traditional pub ! Now it’s a trendy...

Met friends in the week here for a catch up as the venue was equal distance for us both, had drinks and dinner. Good value, good service and a nice surroundings.

This was the third time we have popped into the GRAHK and had an excellent time. The beer is well kept and very good value, the bar meals and snacks very good and a knowledgeable crowd.

We pop in here often as the people who run it are fantastic, the food is great (especially the Sunday roasts). We tried the gin cocktail bar last night, be warned, the cocktails are stronger than you think!! My favourite was the Banksy, I tried...

Had a roast here today and there were some excellent aspects to it; the kale was delicious, the parsnips cooked perfectly, the cauliflower cheese (an extra worth paying for) was very tasty and the gravy was good too. The beef was a bit over done...

We enjoyed a delicious roast here. It was our first time but we will definitely return. The staff were welcoming, it was very nicely decorated and a very pleasant place to spend an hour or two.

Attended a superb birthday party here. Hired the upstairs room, excellent staff making superb gin & tonics. Cannot recommend this place highly enough. The manager even joined us for a dance.

Came here on an Eat Early deal and ordered some of the small plates which were totally delicious. The chicken satay skewers were the star of the show. Lovely staff too.

We visited on a Sunday for a roast and were surprised to get a booking last minute. Roasts were good quality - beef was nice and rare and the cauliflower cheese was very good too. There was plenty of choice (kids can have half sizes)....

Delicious vegetarian options, really friendly and accommodating staff, and a great selection of board games to keep us occupied!

What a wonderful Sunday lunch!! We were a large group of 19 with ages ranging from one to seventy plus and yet all our needs were met by the excellent staff. We were all agreed that the food was the best we had tasted for...

Cannot recommend too highly! We booked for a large family group, aged 18 months to 78 years, to have Sunday lunch at Gloucester Road Ale House and Kitchen to celebrate an 18th birthday. We did have some special requirements and they were were all met...

Left the house not knowing where we’d end up eating our late Sunday lunch. We’d had a drink in here before so as we were walking by we decided to look at the menu. We left it quite late to get lunch so they had...

A small group of us turned up for a Friday night feed. Managed to get a table fairly quickly sat downstairs. I loved the setting and the lighting. Really cool atmosphere, we had some food and I went with the jerk chicken which was absolutely...

We had a party of 14 and not only did all the food come out hot and in a timely fashion but was served by professional and friendly staff. The roast itself was delicious and a great portion size, they nailed the Yorkshire pudding, the...

It’s a lovely cozy pub with excellent food. We had squids for starters and barbecue ribs for main and we absolutely loved it! It’s a nice atmosphere and friendly staff. You can find parking near by on the street and also I booked the table...

Booked a table for a late Sunday lunch as one of our group was coming from the Bristol City game. We shared some Falafels to start which is not usually my first choice but we were eating around 5 and a couple of starters had...

Left the house not knowing where we’d end up eating. We’d had a drink in here before so as we were walking by we decided to look at the menu. We left it quite late to get lunch so they had plenty of tables available...

Really nice pub on Gloucester Road. Delicious food, especially the chicken pie from the specials menu and friendly service :) We'll definitely be back.

Popped in on Bank Holiday Monday evening when struggling to find somewhere to eat . Really excellent and good value “small plate “ meal and very friendly and attentive staff. Will return to try Sunday roast !

Lovely pub with a very relaxed and friendly atmosphere. Staff were very nice and provided a great service. Went in for a roast dinner which was incredibly tasty. Looking forward to going back again to try more of the menu!

A great find. We arrived for a later Sunday lunch and were served by friendly and efficient staff. The roast chicken with all the trimmings was plentiful and really tasty. Unfortunately I couldn't squeeze in a desert but they looked delicious too ..... next time,...

Went for Sunday lunch with my family. Great selection of ales & lagers at reasonable prices. Roast meals were cooked to perfection & plenty of it! Also dog friendly pub & we were all made very welcome by the friendly staff. We'll definitely be back..

Visited the restaurant on recommendation. Booked for 6.30. 4 of us ate. One had the ribs They were huge, looked fantastic, plenty of meat. with salad and chips with the skins on. 2 of us had burgers. They were very nice and tasty with chips....

Been here quite a few times and always had good experience. The beers are kept well and the wines good value for money. Interesting menu well worth exploring.

Dog friendly, excellent ale selection, great atmosphere, super light bites. Falafels squid prawns all cooked to perfection. Super service and reasonably priced too. No hesitation in giving this great place the full five stars

Visited with wife for Sunday roast and was spot on I had the belly pork which melted in the mouth and wife's chicken equally as good, very friendly staff too, will definitely be revisiting 😎

Had dinner there last night, very welcoming staff, very knowledgeable about all there beers and the food was amazing and well priced Well done to you all

We went here by accident (were just desperately looking for a place to watch rugby in) and didn't regret it one second. The atmosphere was really nice and friendly, as were the costumers and the bar staff. They have quite a variety of ales, stouts...

What can I say? I’ve worked in pubs and restaurants for many years, and I know good, honest food. I’m also too lazy for reviews, so it takes something really special to get me to write one. Came here for a meal with a friend...

A fantastic find that is set on two floors with a great range of real ales that were very reasonably priced. The menu offered a good choice that won't disappoint. If I could make one recommendation it would be try the raspberry ice cream.

Have eaten here twice and food the food to be good quality and well cooked. The roast I ate here was well cooked, they originally forgot the Yorkshire pudding, but apologised and bought it to the table when asked. With chicken thigh cooked individually, it's...

This place is the dogs bollocks, the real McCoy and a fantastic place to eat. Service laid back yet efficient. Food wonderful, good flavours and served piping hot..Prices reasonable £15 for 2 courses.Venue comfortable with restaurant standard grub. We will be back.

Such an underrated and great gastro pub! Super friendly staff, a short but incredible menu, the best burgers and Sunday roasts in Bristol! Also, great vegan and vegetarian options! The falafel is lovely. Highly, highly recommended!

Had an early dinner with a toddler in tow. Excellent food, barman made a fuss of our 2yr old, food was excellent, gin was delicious, reasonably priced. Would definitely go back.

Really liked the environment and layout. I had a burger which was a little small. Was good quality but didn’t go well with the bun. My friends dishes looked excellent will definitely go back.

We are local & eat here regularly. It has been some time since I did a review so it's time for an update. We ate at the Alehouse again last night. It is such a good local pub serving food & the food stands against...

Service was nice and quick, pricing was definitely reasonable(£11.50 per roast), lovely and welcoming atmosphere (there is further seating and a bar upstairs so make sure you check up there too in case it looks busy). Absolute treat having chorizo with the juicy, succulent chicken....

I'm not sure that I've ever give 5* to a restaurant but this place produces really wonderful food without any pretension or dotty language (that is almost never lived up to). The menu is refreshingly small and you mustn't be surprised to hear that something...

It's a lovely choice for a Sunday roast. Choice of chicken, pork and vegetarian. Food was absolutely lush! Really reasonably priced too. It's quite modern inside, bar with a Good selection of drinks and an upstairs seating area with booths downstairs. They do a 10%...

A nice after-work treat - chilled atmosphere, simple menu choices, good 'comfort' food, very reasonable prices, excellent service and great location.

Popped in one friday evening, very pretty interior if a little stuffy. Staff were fantastically friendly and professional- I had the jerk chicken which was a little bland compared to when I've had it in other places but was very reasonably priced.

We popped in here post-cinema, and what a great surprise it was! The best beefburgers in Bristol (at last, somewhere that doesn't serve them in the ghastly and uniquitous brioche bun) alongside delicious chips and slaw. And the icecream! Lovely. I had a glass of...

4 of us enjoyed a very tasty and nice sized Sunday Lunch, the bar staff are excellent, very friendly and helpful and helped us choose some different Gins (there's plent to choose from!) as well as a decent tonic water, such a find, in fact...

Amy is a credit and undeniably an asset to this business. Whilst on her own she managed to manage a 3 deep bar as well as run food whilst keeping her cool and looking completely stress free at the same time. Such an upstanding service...

The pub has recently been refurbished and was very well done. They had a range of lovely beers and gins, The service was excellent and it is a fun place.

We went ...six of us..... for dinner. Friday evening and it was one of the most pleasant evenings we have had in a long time. Old friends, great food and flawless, friendly, helpful and unashamedly accommodating service. It was busy, but no sense of being...

Went early evening with my daughter and 2 young grandchildren. Immediately on arrival was impressed with the atmosphere and pleasantness of staff. The decor is both stylish and relaxing. The food was excellent and the staff went out of their way to provide food that...

9 of us went for Sunday lunch on Mothering Sunday and it was incredible! It is a beautiful place to eat, so clean and fresh. There is a good selection of drinks available and upstairs there is a big eating area. There was a great...

We visited with vegetarian grandma on a Sunday. We had roasts planned (good choice of chicken, pork or beef), but on arrival 2 of my kids announced they 'hate roasts'. Obviously, it was too late to go elsewhere but the waiter/barman suggested he could do...

Second time having a roast at G road today. Was absolutely spot on. Great service, very friendly staff and attentive. Asked for a bit more gravy but when we digged in a bit we found we didn't really need more! Also asked for extra veg...

Called in whilst in the Bristol area and was not disappointed. We had the antipasti starter with some lovely king prawns both were really tasty and good sized portions. We then had the homemade chicken, mushroom and bacon pie (we both agreed it was the...

Lovely Sunday lunch with family celebrating my Grandson's 4th birthday. Staff were very accommodating and the Sunday Roast was one of the nicest I've had. Whilst I didn't try myself the cask ale at £2.50 a pint also went down well. Will certainly be back.

Popped in for a drink on a busy Fri night and as we came across the table stayed for unexpected food. Firstly v reasonable cask ales at £2.50 a pint and they had Propper Job on my fav. They also have a wide range of...

Although menu is a tad limited the food is excellent and very good value including the wine! it is a pub after all!' Service very good all staff are also excellent and very professional, Beers are great value at £2.50 a pint and obviously someone...

My boyfriend and I regularly go here now as it's our favourite place on Gloucester Road. The food is so good and full of flavour, nicest roast dinner I've ever had. The staff are so welcoming and remember our drinks which is always important! The...

There is no shortage of places to eat on the Gloucester Road but if you live nearby as we do another choice is always welcome. We have visting the Ale House several times & about to return again with friends. We have always been more...

What a good surprise decor wise! Lovely place with happy and helpful staff! Good selection of drinks and all. But unfortunately, food was a disappointment: we ordered the pasta with pesto and it was overcooked, there were far too many pine nuts and it was...

Having seen this quaint looking pub closed for a considerable period of time before reopening, I am very impressed with the layout since it reopened. Moreover though, the menu has also evolved into something excellent and I would commend anyone looking for a Sunday Lunch...

We have eaten here with friends on a few occasions and each time it has been a fantastic experience. We also frequently pop in for a drink as it is very local to us, and is easily one of the best bars on Gloucester Road....

While one reviewer may bemoan the loss of a Gloucester Road pub to gentrification, I'm with the clear majority who thought that the pub previously operated on this site (The Foresters) was not attractive, nor did the clientele hanging round the door smoking encourage one...

This establishement was, up to recently a grotty old style pub on the triving Gloucester raod. It has now been transformed to a nice bistro type pub. It is only early days and there are things that need to be fine tuned and the manager...

We were there for lunch and had sandwiches and salad. The sandwiches were only £5 each, which is very reasonable for the size and quantity of food. One of us had a salad which was a little disappointing in terms of size, but was tasty....

A very welcome surprise to find this gem amongst the eclectic mix of Gloucester Road. Charming staff, varied menu,very reasonably priced for such high quality food, the pulled pork chilli was brilliant. Absolutely delightful, we will definitely return.

Having lived on Gloucester Road for 8 years I had always seen this place as a bit dingy and unwelcoming. I heard that it had been taken over and refurbished so thought I would check it out. I was so pleasantly surprised - staff were...

Great welcome. Great ale. Great loyalty scheme Part of a great evening including t20 cricket at nearby Gloucester cricket.

Wonderful bar staff on Sat 18th June, thanks girls you were 1st class. Delicious food ( especially dessert) and great wine and atmosphere. We have been here a few times now and always just right. A welcome addition to Glos Rd. 😊

We went to this pub because it sells real ale ,husband happy, but 13 year old daughter was not, until we stepped inside, its traditional outside hides a modern trendy bar inside selling cocktails and good pub food. My daughter was now happy with her...

We visited on a sunny Good Friday, the place was nearly empty while everyone enjoyed the beer gardens in neighbouring pubs. We had a couple of beers, when asked the difference between two beers, she described them rather than offer us a taste of each...

Yet another pub lost to the seemingly endless gentrification of Bristol. White walls, plate glass, wood floor...completely identikit and indistinguishable from anywhere else. If you like this sort of thing then you've got yet another to choose from now. If you wanted a real pub...

I do not know what the previous licenced establishment was like, as I have only ever seen this magnificent building architecture outside with the inside derelict. So I was curious and pleased to see it finally re-open. The interior decor is outstanding and the food...

Just completely refurbished and now a light and airy pub. Downstairs and upstairs bars and had a relaxing Saturday snack and drink. Prices reasonable and food from a small menu ( good thing). My wife had Stilton and broccoli soup , good but she would...

A recent opening by Wickwar Brewery in the building that was formerly the somewhat down at heel Foresters Arms, this has had quite a transformation and is now much more contemporary. It is split over two levels with the upstairs room being more suited to...

Now the most attractive pub on Gloucester Road, after only about a couple of weeks open it already feels established, a feeling which is enhanced by vintage books lining the shelves. Gorgeously and stylishly refitted by Wickwar (wickwarbrewing.com), which has already proved itself handsomely with...

What a transformation. It now has a friendly, clean, wine bar feel. The night we were here the original Boris Karlov Frankenstein was playing in the corner. More space upstairs. The menu looks great. We'll be back but I think we'll book a table.