The Library Bristol in Bristol, City of

A must visit in Bristol, beautiful bar and lovely atmosphere, all staff are incredible friendly and great knowledgeable and recommendations of cocktails .We were served by both Nina and Tim, who made the most amazing quality cocktails, would highly recommend and will definitely revisiting again. Thank you for the experience

The venue was lovely, but the staff was what made it special, Tim our bartender for the night and did not only make the most spectacular cocktails, but made us feel welcome and gave us a reason to return, Nina was also a lovely addition to the team, but everyone in the Library team were incredible. 10/10.

Big up Tim and Nina along with their manager, they made my friends birthday with their great hospitality and gusto for customers. Thank you for a lovely evening🙏

Venue is amazing, Tim and Nina made incredible drinks 🤩 10/10

Dan, Dan and Tim were welcoming, informative, passionate.. could you ask for anything more service wise?! Could not reccomend coming here enough. A cool speakeasy red lit. Dan's negronin menu was perfect, brilliantly executed classics. I will be returning here again and again!

What an amazing place. Lisa and Ester were fantastic hosts and really knew everything about the food and drinks. If you are in Bristol, this place is a must.

Super service for brunch, delicious food, great cocktails.

Great selection of cocktails in a great atmosphere. Highly recommend the Honeycomb Barrel for something a little smoky and sophisticated and The Emerald for something a little sweeter but complex!

Amazing venue. Our server Noemi was very kowlegeable about champagnes and whiskys. She made our experience memorable and very pleasant. Ask for her recommendations!

Stumbled upon the library by chance and stayed because of the cozy vibes. Incredible location! Very good food and drinks, for breakfast as well as cocktails. Vegetarian options available as well. Staff was really friendly :D

Only cocktails consumed on this visit. A great place to go and perfect for introducing to a new friend. No photos taken, didn’t want to spoil the surprise 😳

a MUST goto place in Bristol. Lovely little hidden Gem 💎. Grrat atmosphere!! Brilliant cocktails and amazing staff 💕 All and all a fabulous place full if more and more good surprises 😉!! YOU NEED TO GO THERE!!

Great spot, recommended for a special treat. The Mauritian cocktail was amazing

Waiting for the S Nicolas market to open we found this place for breakfast. It was love at first sight, the decoration and music is like entering another era, the dishes are very beautiful and the breakfast options in addition to the classic English are very good. They take a little while, but the place is worth the wait. Totally recommended.

Wonderful scones, excellent Iron Buddha Oolong tea, great service 👍🏻, very clean facilities. Gem 💎

Our visit left a sour taste in the mouth when we decided not to pay service. Frankly speaking, the service wasn’t anything to sing praises for. We felt harassed to order more drinks and didn’t even get a top-up of water in the two hours we were there. Their cocktails are around £11 with some mocktail options at ~£8. We each got two drinks in the end - we were a group of four. The service charge is optional for parties less than six people according to their policy. However, the reaction we got from the staff almost justified us making the right call. Although the decor was unique, we will take ourselves somewhere more welcoming next time.

Beautiful bar, lovely cocktails. The waiters are very keen to move you on quickly though - giving us our bill before we asked for it!

Great service. Special location. The prices are for the exclusive venue, but the cocktails are indeed good.

Great little place, intimate and relaxing with attentive staff. A nice selection of reasonably priced dishes. On the day we ate lunch there they were short staffed so service was a little slow but I can’t fault the menu or decor. Definitely recommend it ❤️

Incredible place for a low key cocktail with a friend. Beautiful decor, incredible service and I got to go through a secret door which made everything 1000% more exciting

Amazing place with unusual cocktails. Will go back for another session.

Fantastic service and fabulous cocktails

From the offset the waiting staff was rude, demanding that the door was closed before he spoke to us. Once the door was closed he spoke in an extremely unfriendly and un welcoming tone. First interactions with customers are essential and based on that unpleasant experience this is not somewhere I would recommend.

Tried to book a table after first of all trying to enter on Sunday night. Not late. Myself (60+) my daughter and her partner (30+). After being told fully booked, another couple entered and told us to ring in. We did so. Then told oh yes we have a table, let me just check and ring you back. No ring back. Absolutely will 💯 percent not be recommending you to the world . Discrimination because we didn’t look loaded. How do you know. Joke

Drinks are great, they just take a while

Took a friend for a birthday lunch as I wanted somewhere different to go and it didn't disappoint. I will be returning!

Always worth the trip, especially if you can get to sit at the bar and watch the magic happen. Also extremely reasonably priced for what you get. Best Sazerac in Bristol, hands down.

A compact but functional library, offering a number of additional amenities for the discerning Library goer ;-) Really great service with amazing, helpful and friendly staff. Wonderful choice of very well made cocktails and off menu options are available too. Great atmosphere and would definitely visit again, were I in need of this library's services.

Lovely interior! Went for breakfast and can't complain about the food at all. Quality seemed good and was tasty. Menu options slightly limited.

Great bar with a old time vibe. Bookings only, also given 1hr then kicked out lol. I'd highly recommend if you'd like a different feel to a bar.

Great atmosphere and friendly staff... little expensive but worth a visit.

Cocktails are great, one of the best places in Bristol imo. Afternoon tea was mostly good - definitely get a lot of food for your money! It was fun trying everything and enjoyed all courses, though personally found the sandwiches a little dry.

I wanted to like it but the afternoon tea fell short. The idea of it was great but the execution was lacking. The mini loaves for the sandwiches were way too dense, the steak sandwich was cold and a small chunk of steak cooked medium, at best, served cold isn't pleasant for everyone. If it had been hot or had been thin slices of beef it would have been much better. The little tarts were ok. The red onion chutney had far too much vinegar in it and didn't have the hint of sweetness that red onion chutney usually has. The mushroom tarts were disgusting. They were cold and slimy and not pleasant to eat, this coming from someone who loves mushrooms. The pallet cleanser of a ginger and orange shot just isn't needed and, again coming from someone who loves ginger, was far too strong and it burned to drink it. The cakes were fine. We had four different types and the little orange loaf and the cheesecake were delicious. The dark chocolate swirl wasn't that great and the pavlova filled with mousse wasn't anything special. The scones at the end were tiny. The cheese one was delicious but came with more of the red onion chutney and it just overpowered everything. The plain scone and the raisin scone were nice but the strawberry and hibiscus jam was not a jam. It was delicious but it was so disappointing that it was a liquid, I literally poured it onto the scone and most of it ran right back off. There's a wide selection of tea and the earl grey is lovely. The strawberry Hugo non-alcoholic cocktail was absolutely delicious. I can't fault the service or the atmosphere. The wait staff were fantastic, the venue was lovely. It was nice and clean, the toilets were clean and easy to get to (not accessible though as they're down a flight of stairs). It was easy to book and I didn't mind paying a deposit to book. The food just really let it down. It was £84 for afternoon tea for two people and I wish we'd had the ham, egg and chips the people on the next table had instead.

First visit tonight nice place very clean the staff couldn't do enough for you. Best place in town for a quiet relax.

Delightful afternoon tea experience. Food was fresh enough and high enough quality for the price, the service was impeccable and the venue was clean, tidy and overall absolutely lovely. Next - we'll try the cocktails.

The library is one of the most sophisticated cocktail bars in Bristol. A chilled, speak-easy bar with excellent premium cocktails, spirits, service and atmosphere.

One of, if not my favourite place to get a drink in Bristol. It’s calm, relaxing and the drinks are phenomenal. Service is always great, friendly while being professional. Definitely worth the visit!

Speakeasy cocktail bar, nice set up, good cocktails.

Happy New year I had a hazelnut praline old fashioned (amazing) Live band playing 🔥 Had some delicious canapés Service amazing 😁 Best new year eve ever

Bad attitude on early New Year's Eve from the manager accusing us of putting dried fruit in pot pourri which is weird - they are up themselves and we won't be back. We weren't told they were closing to set up for NYE on booking and were rudely presented with the bill. Up themselves ....,

Lovely spot. Reasonably priced drinks.

This is a lovely spot. If you’re looking for something unique, something to entertain folks from within and outside Bristol…this is your spot. Great staff, amazing atmosphere!

Had our Christmas party here. Lovely staff and great cocktails. Very atmospheric. Would like to visit on a normal evening.

Amazon atmosphere, good cocktails and service. Will come back.

A modern take on a speak easy, reserve to be let in through the bookcase. Nice cocktails and nibbles.

The library is a lovely place for tea, coffee and cake during the day. Beautiful wood panelling and leather chairs with pristine white table cloths. In the evening it turns into a cocktail bar with a secret entrance. It’s a great place to chill out and enjoy cocktails with friends. I’ve been a few times and it’s lovely.

Amazing bar and great cocktails. Staff were really friendly

Awesome find. Have the banana and caramel old fashioned.

Immersed in a truly cozy and intimate atmosphere at this cocktails bar! The red light and oversized plush seating create an ambiance that captivates the senses. The drinks are nothing short of incredible, boasting a perfect balance with distinct emphasis notes in each. Eager to return and explore more of the menu!

I’ve been twice now and both times were 10/10! Service is always so quick and the food has been amazing!! Reasonable price and the atmosphere is lovely

Super bar à cocktails aux allures de speakeasy anglais. Je recommande.

Amazing service, lovely staff and great drinks, we will 100% be popping back!!

Incredible space. If you're in Bristol, it's a must go!

Went for last minute brunch for my 21st birthday and the food was delicious and such a good price! Service was also brilliant, will definitely come again ! :)

Impeccable service and always accommodating of allergies! Best old fashioned.

Beautiful surroundings, food and service - stop reading this and go there now.

Brilliant venue, with style and excellent service of cocktails that were out of this world.

The Library is not just a bar but an experience. I won't give spoilers in my review so you'll have to just trust me on this. Once you're inside the service is impeccable and the drinks are exquisite. It is clear no expense has been spared on the theming down to the finest of details. I'm not usually a fan of fruity style cocktails and my only complaint comes from the the lack of many other options on the drinks menu. Other then that, a flawless experience that I would highly recommend!

Absolutely loved the drinks in this place. Decor and atmosphere was on point too!

A hidden gem. Pricey, but to be expected considering the location and venue.

Cocktails were fine, but had awful service from Anya who was very rude and put a downer on our eve. Won't be returning!

Always fantastic. There’s always one that goes off menu (me) and the team went above and beyond to perfect my sour cherry negroni. Thank you for a wonderful time. Mega!

Staff couldn’t have been more friendly. Great atmosphere and everything looks so good. Only had time for the afternoon tea but can’t wait to come back for the brunch and the cocktails.

This place is absolutely worth a visit. No spoilers but the entry to the joint is wonderfully memorable. The service is top-notch, the menu varied and delicious and the whole experience will leave you wanting more. Top marks for an incredible Old Fashioned and a memorably-presented VSOP cognac.

AVOID. The moment the payment went through for our £227 of cocktails including £25 of service ANYA the robot-cold-waitress looked at my sister and accused her, me and our 3 other siblings of stealing metal straws: based on the fact there were none on our table at the time we paid (her colleague had taken them from the table earlier when clearing glasses). We didn’t steal any straws. We actually hate metal straws and took them out of our drinks when they were served. We spoke to the manager to complain about being accused of stealing but the manager was as wet as our cocktails and couldn’t cope with our articulation of the facts staying “we are sorry if you were offended by the waitress”. We weren’t offended we were affronted, AMIGO. AVOID.

Great cocktail place with good vibes. Interesting concept as well, the entry is quite impressive and fun, adding something extra to the experience

Great theme bar with really nice drinks

Great little not so "secret" bar, good service & great cocktails. But this is Bristol & they are asking London prices. Dont get me wrong the drinks are well designed and made, but they are not 30% better than any of our other great 'secret' bars and cocktail bars. So we will go else where and get better value for money.

Absolutely amazing experience and highly recommend for some fancy drinks! This place is a dream and very well decorated, the staff are wonderful and the drinks are unique (and strong)! GO, you won’t regret it 😊

Awesome. The best old fashioned I have had in Bristol. All 5 were fantastic.

Great experience all around. Good service, great cocktail and cool vibe with a secret entrance. It is a speakeasy

Amazing little place with a great selection of cocktails. Staff were very polite and helpful.

Loved this bar! Such a cool experience! Great playlist, great selection of drinks, helpful and friendly staff. Great decor!

Absolutely loved this place. Classic cocktails in laid back surrounds. Sat at the bar, enjoying the chat, brilliant. If you guys got a freezer cabinet for the glasses, especially for the Sazerac, it would take it from 9.9 to a 10 for sure!

Absolutely stunning venue, Immaculately clean and welcoming. The decor is to die for, like walking back in time. The afternoon tea was easily the best me and my wife have had for a long time. Great to see a venue that know what they are doing and offer Amazing food and drinks as well as service. Already recommending to friends and family.

Hard to describe the creativity and hard work put into it… 👌🏼😃

Great ambience and customer service. Good variety of cocktails.

Place look really good, I love every single detail, but staff left us on a table without informing do we have to order on the bar, or wait for staff to take order from us. After 15 minutes of waiting we ordered on the bar. Cocktails were good 👍my eyes hurts after 15 minutes of sitting in red light, so we had to leave after first drink 😔

Lush secret bar, good range of cocktails and a few mocktails ranging from £10 to £15. Not busy on a Wednesday - so no need to book for 3 people or less

The photos cannot share the complete beautiful story! Slip into another world as the library bookcase begins to move out of the way! Classic beauty of decor with exceptional drinks and bits to nibble. Everything was neat and tidy, clean and black tie elegance in a relaxing atmosphere. Well done!

The place is cosy and discrete, very pleasant!! They serve the best expresso martini I have ever tasted.

Happy I found a place with pictures on the google maps. Otherwise would be rather difficult to spot it, cuz the facade was not lit. Overall a decent selection of cocktails, super helpful staff. Saturday night was quite busy and loud for a “speak easy”. Enjoyed our time here, however we were kindly asked to order a second cocktail or leave strictly in one hour of reservation [as mentioned at the website, so no offence taken 😅]

Came here for brunch with the family and they have honestly the most amazing and attentive staff, the selection of teas are wonderful and the food was astounding. 100% recommend booking in as they can get pretty busy, best boozy brunch ever!! ❤️❤️❤️

Not the cheapest place but lovely vege breakfast with Earl Grey Tea.

Amazing dinner, caveman steak was lush. Luke was a great server, very friendly and made the experience really enjoyable. Definitely coming back. Cheers guys!

Great cocktails and fun staff. Had better make reservations

Love the beans in the English breakfast

Such a unique and memorable experience. 10/10.

What a fantastic speakeasy!! The whole experience of just getting inside deserves 5 stars itself. I will be bringing any visitors to Bristol here in the future!

Very enjoyable atmosphere and experience. Not a cheap night out, definitely for special occasions. Cocktail was tasty if a little small.

Fab place, super fun concept. Drinks were a little pricy but delicious.

The sister bar to Mugshot, well worth a visit. Book ahead of time and get treated to a fantastic speak easy hidden behind a book case....but which one! Staff were really good and helpful.

We took my husband’s parents here today for afternoon tea, as a belated Christmas present. The experience was brilliant. From ringing the brass doorbell, to the style of the place, to the lovely service - all of it was great fun. We felt relaxed and well catered for, and it was a fabulous treat. The food itself was delicious. We ended up packing some up to take home because the portions were so generous. We sampled some cocktails too, which were great. My highlight of the food was the mini loaf with Coronation chickpea filling - really yummy. Would highly recommend!

Incredible venue and very hospitable, no complaints at all, and the cocktail selection is unbelievable!

Great atmosphère, the brunch is just perfect and the venue unique in Bristol . Great expérience

What a nice hidden place in Bristol ! They do delicious and strong cocktails! 😋😍 They even made for me Pina Colada, even it's not the menu ! 🤩🤩🤩

Booked this place after loads of research on afternoon teas in Bristol. Booked well in advance however was called to confirm if the booking was for afternoon tea or cocktails a couple of days before. I emailed back to confirm was for afternoon tea. The reply was they only do afternoon tea Friday, Saturday and Sunday. I have searched the whole website and there is no evidence of this. The website states Wednesday-Sunday. We are now left with nowhere to go for afternoon tea as everywhere else is fully booked. Was so excited and now completely disappointed.

Excellent cocktails and fun staff

First visit was amazing, second visit took us a while to get our drinks which was a shame. Regardless, this is a 5 star place for sure.

This needs no reviews, if you know the bar, if you know your drinks, then this is your place to be. 6 of us spent a small fortune in here, but worth every penny! Staff are great, especially when it comes to knowing the products, and how to actually make a decent cocktail.... Great bar, great decor, attracts only the right people! Highly recommend a visit!