Route One Sports Bar in Nottingham

Advised by the security staff that food was still available, sadly not. Lovely bar, however floor staff with tester shots ignored us. Were we the wrong target market???

We found this bar as we were in Nottingham for a Saturday night gig at Rock city. All sports being shown on numerous screens, 2 for £7 on bottled beers and reasonably priced good food menu. Was pretty busy as the rugby was on but still got a table for 2 and food arrived quickly and staff were great. A really nice bar with lots of seating options across split levels and little snugs with loads of tvs as well. Well worth a visit.

I've often walked by and wondered what this bar was like. You can't see in easily, so it's a bit forbidding. It has menus for Korean food posted up outside. Finally I decided to go in to watch some football and have something to eat. "We don't do food," said the barmaid. "Ever? But the menus outside?" "Maybe Saturdays," she said doubtfully. When I went to pay the £3.50 for my pint of John Smith's, she said, "There's a £5.00 limit on cards". I shook my head at her mildly. Not her fault. Paid cash. It was, though, a good place to watch sport. Several screens in a cosy room with alcoves. Very few customers. But I left after my pint to find somewhere to eat.

On Forman street, there’s a whole host of lively, fun venues but this is one that doesn’t match up to those around it. Decent enough if you want to just sit and watch some sport with one or two friends but not for larger groups or mingling. Plenty of seating but there’s better options close by on your day/night out.

I hired out route one for a private party and it ran so smoothly and as a venue it was modern and sleek. The staff were brilliant, letting us decorate the bar during the day and were very accommodating. Reasonable prices, you can’t fault it.

Located down Forman Street is Route One ,a great sports bar we always look forward to visiting on any trip to Nottingham my twin brother and I take. Love the look of this place, opulent decor and furnishings, an eye catching serving bar dominates the main room, tv's and big screens to enjoy the sport and plenty of seating options spread throughout this sports bar both inside and outside looking out onto the busy and bustling Forman Street. We enjoyed iced cold beers in here on a Thursday evening, football on the telly ,a good atmosphere, loved it,as an added bonus beers were super and great value for money, staff were so pleasant, we stayed here for two beers each before moving on and as on every other visit to Route One we had a great time. Route One is easy to locate along Forman Street most definitely well worth checking out if you're in the area.

Great place! Came here during the covid restrictions and was met with nothing but positive vibes and personalities. They followed all the government’s guidelines and made me and my wife feel safe our whole time there, but at the same time made me actually enjoy my time asif there was no restrictions which I know isn’t easy as many places have failed at this. WELL DONE ROUTE ONE

Rhys is amazing, was so hospitable and really helped us out when we spilt our drinks. Amazing service!!

Came on a Thursday on the 50% off food offer and you could also receive a pint of beer and pay just the price of a half. Friendly staff, great music and great food. Had a spicy burger with pulled pork and jalapeños which was very tasty. Actually went to a specialised meat/burger place the Thursday before and this was miles ahead ... Will be back ;) Highly recommend!

Visited the old ‘blue bell’ to be astonished with the refurb and professionalism of the improved venue! Staff were great and upon arrival I received a warm welcome with efficient service on my cocktails! They were delicious. Thank you especially to lovely young lady on the upstairs bar for preparing my in the pink cocktails to perfection👌 Highly recommend

Visited last night on our way to a concert. Only popped in for a quick drink but ended up having 3 different cocktails and a couple of beers. 2 cocktails for £12 all day every day and what cocktails they were! We were served by 2 excellent and friendly bar staff, Liam and Olivia. When we return to Nottingham one day we definitely pay this bar a visit again.

The Blue Bell always got a lot of stick on Tripadvisor. It's had a bit of a makeover, changed its address to the back entrance and reopened. There's no real beer, but a decent enough selection. If you come in from Forman Street (not Foreman Street!) you'll be surprised a the steps down to the Upper Parliament Street entrance. There are loads of TV screens, showing various sports. I didn't eat but saw a group of young lads tucking in to what looked to be decent grub. There's outside seating on Forman Street & an outside upstairs area. When I popped in they were offering a 25% discount on beers. I hope it does well.