The Cider Box: Tap Room in Bristol, City of - Phone Number, Reservations, Reviews

Absolutely perfect spot for our post-wedding afterparty - Dan and Lauren were such fantastic hosts and it was the best way to end our evening!

What a find! Proper cider in the city straight from the orchards of north somerset, the back gardens of middle class clifton residents and even further! Delicious cider and lovely owner, as well as quality merch! Definitely recommend!

Nice vibes, cool space and lush cider.

Cider box brings the village community to the big city. You feel every time you visit there is something special happening here. Druid friendly. Oh yeh and one of the few places you can get genuinely delicious craft cider. Easy to order deliveroo for food, crisps and pork scratchings on point. Does also serve beer,wine and spirits for the non cider initiated.

Awesome place for cider and party! A regular spot for us 🙂

The Bristol Cider Box is a Tap Room specialising in reasonably-priced, high-quality, real-juice Ciders (plus the occasional Perry) which is located in a brick arch underneath the Great Western Railway's main line from Temple Meads to Paddington at Silverthorne Lane in the slightly less-than-salubrious Saint Phillip's district of the city. For visitors arriving by rail it takes 10-15 minutes to walk there from Temple Meads station. Although the surrounding area is grimly industrial rather than pleasantly residential I've always felt safe enough strolling there and back along the side of the Feeder Canal. In Summer it's possible to sit at one of the wooden tables set outside on the pavement but in the cooler months it's better to retreat inside, where ample bench seating is available. The toilet facilities are basic but clean and functional. The jewel in the crown of the Bristol Cider Box is the ever-changing range of bag-in-a-box Real Ciders including some unusual Single Varietals such as my two personal favourites - Brown's Apple from Devon and Yarlington Mill from Somerset. The occasional ticket-only Cheese and Cider Evenings, where speciality Ciders and Perries (plus Cider Brandy!) are paired with Cream Crackers and Artisan Cheeses from small West Country producers are excellent value for money. They give novices the opportunity to learn more about this delightful, natural, traditional Westcountry alcoholic beverage from Dan, the acknowledged expert, in relaxed and friendly surroundings. Opening hours are somewhat restricted, being confined to Saturday afternoons and evenings (13:00-22:30) and Friday evenings (16:00-22:30), which is a good way of stopping me from spending more money there than I can really afford during my occasional visits to Bristol!

One of my favourite places in Bristol. Always good cider on tap and a warm welcome. Nothing beats drinking a nice cider out in the sunshine.

Dan, Thanks very much for looking after us so well yesterday evening, weather was perfect for a stroll and supping cider. You dished out some cracking examples of cider, and thanks for sharing a bit of your knowledge on the subject. We all enjoyed ourselves immensely. Style and content of your tour was perfect for us and set us up for a cracking night in Bristol.

Superb atmosphere, this place was buzzing and serving up awesome Pizza outside. Friendly vibes, highly recommended.

Lovely quirky and cosy place, friendly staff!

No food, just cheap cider and good vibes. Dan is an absolute legend that makes everyone welcome and is passionate about his craft and this makes the Cider Box a unique venue for a range of different events.

Dan was excellent. Made us all feel at home. It was one of the best nights I've ever had in Bristol. Fantastic service and just a great atmosphere. Fair play. Will definitely return!!

I booked a cider tour with Dan for myself and my family. We had an amazing. Dan was a great host, very informative, great company and we all had a hoot. I'd absolutely recommend booking a tour if you're coming to Bristol, it was fabulous

One of the most bizarre places I have ever stumbled across. I loved it.

Great place to grab a pint of cider. Lovely atmosphere and friendly staff. Definitely worth a visit on your way around bristols brewery’s.

Great Cider and some nightlife they create there. Tidy little venue!

I recently had the pleasure of booking Daniel from The Cider Box Bristol for a cheese and cider tasting experience for my brother's stag party, and I cannot recommend him enough! From start to finish, Daniel was an absolute pleasure to work with - he was prompt in his communication, professional, and went above and beyond to ensure that we had a fantastic time. The tasting itself was simply incredible. Daniel's knowledge of both cheese and cider/perry was nothing short of impressive, and his passion for both really shone through. He took the time to explain the different varieties of cheese and cider/perry that we were trying, as well as their origins, production methods, and tasting notes. Not only that, but he also gave us some entertaining history and stories behind the food and drinks. But it wasn't just Daniel's expertise that made the experience so special - it was his enthusiasm and infectious personality. He had us laughing and joking throughout the tasting, and he really made an effort to get to know us and make us feel comfortable. Overall, I would highly recommend Daniel and The Cider Box Bristol to anyone looking for a unique and unforgettable tasting experience. Thank you so much, Daniel, for making my brother's stag party so special!

The Cider Box in Bristol offers a unique experience for cider and cheese lovers. Their evening of cider and cheese tasting is a great opportunity to taste a variety of local ciders and cheeses while learning about their history and production. The tasting was led by knowledgeable and friendly guy who guided guests through the different flavors and history of each cider and cheese pairing. The experience is educational, but also entertaining and enjoyable, expertly balancing the tightrope of comedy with education. The venue itself is industrial but cosy, creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere for guests. The selection of ciders is impressive, with a range of flavors and styles to try. Overall, the evening of cider and cheese tasting at the Cider Box in Bristol is a must-try for anyone who enjoys these delicious treats and wants to enjoy these westcountry specialities. It's a unique and informative experience that is sure to satisfy any cider and cheese lover's taste buds.

Amazing place, so many different time of ciders :) and the lady was so friendly that sometimes my best friends is not so good as she was :) amazing time, amazing drinks, amazing staff :) would give 10 stars of 5 ;)

Friendly venue, good local booze

The vibe is always immaculate At The Cider Box. They regularly have good events on. Can't recommend any more highly.

Out of the way, but worth a visit

This is THE BEST place to go for cider in Bristol, such a great selection and there always seems to be something fun happening here every time I visit. I can't wait to go to cider and cheese tasting festival in April!

Brilliant cider and cheese tasting for a hen do. Dan was a great host and made the tasting really fun. Would recommend booking for any group - we loved it.

Lovely & friendly, great cider and cheese - what more could you want

Great tunes and vibes, top marks from me

Had a gift voucher experience so visited here for the first time. A great selection of different ciders. Plenty of seating and dog friendly. 🐕

Best cider I've ever had! Great chilled atmosphere, absolutely love this place :)

Great cider and location! Check it out!

Friendly staff, friendly customers, tasty drinks and sometimes you get cheese! I love it!

Great atmosphere, friendly staff, vast selection of ciders. Eurovision drag show was amazing. A new place for me and will definitely be back.

Absolute gem, more jungle nights pls

We booked a cider and cheese tasting for a hen do with 10 of us. Dan came over to the place we were staying at in Bath and hosted a fun and interesting tasting. Dan is so knowledgeable - walking enciclopedia of cider facts. The hen loved it, so did everyone else. Highly recommend as a group activity. Thanks Dan and team

£4 a pint, knowledgeable gent behind the bar, interesting area. Really nice 👍

Brilliant, quirky and very enjoyable evening at the cider box. The owner was a great host and the bingo games had the whole place up dancing and singing! Shots of mead , cheese and bingo themed songs alongside the child’s bingo Machine, prizes and chocolate medals. :-) It was hilarious and we will be going back for other events they have on. The evening was accompanied by the freshest cider and mulled cider.

Similar to some of the other brewery pop ups nearby, this is basically a shed with a bar down a dead end street, but it was buzzing on a Saturday night and the Cider was great too.

A cool place, especially for cider fans. It's obviously a bit raw and basic, but it has character, has a good sound system, and is a nice environment to chill out with friends... although chill you might, this venue is just under a railway arch and open-fronted so it can get a bit cold.

Came here for a cider tasting. Amazing hosts, very knowledgeable and a great selection of cider, perry, brandy and mead. Highly recommended coming down here!

Lovely quiet spot to drop by after work. Good ciders and lively host 😁

We had a great night of cider and cheese tasting here last night. We will definitely go again. Good music too.

Small cider bar in railway arches, incredibly welcoming and friendly. Plus we won cider bingo, so that definitely helps!

Dan is Bingo King, ID checking, cider God, this place is a hidden gem, probably the best bar I've been in in years.. Absolutely legendary!!

Great place. We discovered the cider box recently & we keep returning. Something special about this place.

We were kindly hosted by the cider box for a cocktail making pop up, it was brilliantly organised by Carrie from the stag and hen company Bristol. The owner Dan Heath came over at the end and asked us if we enjoyed ourselves, he then gave the bride a drink and made a toast, which was just lovely. We didn’t taste much his wares but the stag party opposite is were having a wonderful time! They also provided us with entertainment, so I would 100% recommend coming here. Thank you again for having us.

Lovely fun place with a great atmosphere :) really worth going to have a look! Just a shame their selection of non alcoholic drinks is so small.

Have visited here a few times and absolutely love it! Literally the best selection of cider in Bristol and at a great price. Lovely staff and such a nice little hidden treasure in an area with no other boozer nearby. Look forward to trying out more ciders!

Love it. An apple oasis. Always a warm welcome and a better range of cider you will struggle to find anywhere. An absolute must visit for all cider drinkers.

Great experience doing the cheese and cider tasting. Looked after us really well. Had two vegans with us and that was not a problem. Head a great time.

Absolutely hands down the best garage I’ve ever drank in front of. Beautiful view. 5 star host 6 star friends.

Visited here twice last year, once with my young daughter. We were met by very pleasant, helpful staff. The cider was excellent and great value. My daughter loved the apple juice so much she keeps asking to go back. Hoping to make another visit soon, the work colleagues are really interested! Keep up the good work Dan and team!

Definitely recommend! Dan is an amazing host.

We love this place, loads of great ciders and really friendly staff ❤️

Incredible atmosphere at the cider box. Dan has always been a great host with a wide variety of cider to select from. 100% reccomend and Covid safe

Fantastic place, great selection of craft cider, all uniquely delicious, fantastic atmosphere and super cool staff

Top quality. Excellent cider and Dan is an absolute legend!!

Awesome place good host good cider highly recommend it

Great place, so glad we chose here, loverly staff and great vibes! Go there!

Honestly love this place, great cider and beer, cannot fault the atmosphere. Highly recommend seeing what new ideas are at play each weekend!

Amazing selection of cider and good vibes always, well worth a visit ☺️

Always have the best nights at the cider box. Great cider and atmosphere! Dan always looks after us. Definitely worth a visit especially on their cider and cheese night- free cheese!

Fantastic range of ciders, sometimes served alongside delicious chunks of complimentary cheese, a friendly owner and a ping pong table - highly recommend a visit!

A hidden gem, always have a great time there. The host is very welcoming (and great with kids) passionate about all things cider...you can learn a few things too ...

Wonderfully unique tap room run by friendly and humble staff, a real hidden gem

Always have an amazing time at the Cider Box and leave feeling better and merrier than when I arrived. Informal but attentive hospitality, ciders for every palate and excellent wines. Go just to see Dan the owner in action, he is hysterical. Mini festival vibes every time!

We first visited the arch when CiderBox was just a few months old & fresh out of lockdown. We all, kids included received a warm welcome with a great selection of ciders and snacks. Due to those early days we’ve been returning regularly bringing friends and family along who have all enjoyed the visit and even taking their own friends there too. The kids love it chalking on the road, riding bikes and kicking a ball and we’ve even attended an online virtual cider tasting session as well as cheese nights at the arch. As the business has grown the cider selection has grown hugely along with the snacks but the great service and personal warm welcome has never faltered despite some very challenging times due to COVID in 2020/21. It’s a bespoke place in a strange setting surrounded by old industrial / railway architecture but there’s just something great about it all with an eclectic mix of people that are completely non-pretentious and all enjoying themselves. Biker friendly too may I add!👍🏻 Dan is a great host and a supporter of other businesses too often welcoming a mix of food vendors. Get down there, sample the ciders and chase them with a small glass of mead! You won’t regret it!

A quirky but charming and valuable to Bristol's cider scene.

Literally LOVE The Cider Box, fantastic ciders and service. I discovered this absolute gem of a place after the first lockdown and have never looked back. The owner and staff are friendly, helpful and delivers a great experience. If you have not been here yet, you are completely missing out!!! Since I started coming to The Cider Box I have introduced family and friends and no one has left disappointed

Always a good time down at the cider box. Keep up the good work ✌️

Laid back atmosphere, great staff and a stunning selection of cider from independent producers. A joy to find Ross-on-Wye cider in Bristol. Cider heaven.

One of the best bars in Bristol! A+ location and friendly prompt service with a smile. Not one to miss

Best cider in Bristol, lovely, friendly, responsive staff with appropriate covid precautions in place

Great vibes in a fun bar with real ciders

Dan and his team have made a little gem with The Cider Box.

Such a refreshingly different venue and vibe for Bristol! I took some mates that came down from York and they loved it! Great selection of ciders 😊

really friendly staff and a great atmosphere all round !!

It’s been great to see the Cider Box business grow over the years, Dan’s passionate about cider and cider makers and I’m sure it’ll continue to be a great success.

Love this place! Selection of drinks is brilliant - with some top proper ciders. Dan is friendly and helpful. Several great evenings here (all covid safe)

The perfect place to meet friends for a good catch up. They have a great selection of ciders and a great fun vibe.

I love this place. If I could move in, I would. If you, like me love real cider then then you should move in too! We need more places like this… down to earth, chilled, friendly and full of cider!

Excellent venue, wonderful choice of ciders, and Dan is always very hospitable. Couldn't ask for more. 5*

We visited on a Friday night and it seemed the owner was more interested in getting smashed himself than looking after his customers. We ordered rounds through the app that were never brought over but there no staff anywhere to ask so we just left in the end. Also seemed to be a complete lack of Covid safety with people moving between tables and not wearing masks. There's so many great tap rooms around Old Market we'd recommend giving this one a miss!

Really good selection of cider and friendly staff!

Great atmosphere, and great ciders. Staff were amazing.

Great selection of local ciders and beers. All reasonably priced

Lovely drinks, awesome place. Cheers!

Great ciders. Great atmosphere. Friendly and relaxed customers. Helpful staff. It was fun. Get down there.

Best place to drink in Bristol, hands down!

A great afternoon - amazing selection of cider and cocktails topped off with delicious toasties and cake. We’ll be back....

Great selection, great atmosphere and great service from Dan. Loved the mead!

Fantastic place, very friendly wonderful selection and very on point on social distancing.

Great new venue. Friendly staff.The Mead was delicious and so was the cheese toastie.

What an absolutely delightful evening! Felt just like sitting in you friends yard, very relaxing with lovely staff, very natural feel with exceptionally good ciders, cheese toasties and more! We will be back.

Very pleased to find this gem of a bar in Bristol. Great for those who particularly enjoy a cider - they offer a good selection of quality tasty craft beverages and yummy cheese toasties. The staff were friendly and knowledgeable. Really enjoyable atmosphere. Definitely planning to go again.

My first post lockdown outing. What a fantastic little place. Great selection of craft ciders, and a super cool vibe. The manager there really pulled out all the stops to look after everyone in these strange times. Will be back!

Been waiting a few weeks for this place to open, and was very pleased to finally get in. Just what this part of town needs. Superb real ciders, cheese toasty snacks, and friendly folk. Given the strange and unusual circumstances, my first visit since lockdown was a real success. Wassail, & good luck for the future!

Very good ciders, very poor service

Top class cider in a cool, newly kitted out venue...plus there is ping pong! What’s not to love about The Cider Box