The Masons Arms in Bristol, City of

Fab pub, great atmosphere, new guests are always made welcome. Dog friendly

A bit shabby. A locals drinking pub.

The Masons Arms in Bristol is truly a locals' staple, offering a unique and charming experience for both people and their furry friends. During our visit, it was clear why this place holds a special spot in the hearts of the community. One of the most endearing features of the Masons Arms is the trio of British bulldogs owned by the pub's proprietors. These lovable dogs meander through the pub and grounds in their own out-of-breath, leisurely way, adding a cozy and homely feel to the place. It's a delight for dog lovers and adds a distinctive charm. The outdoor space at the Masons Arms is lovely, providing a perfect setting for a relaxing drink in the fresh air. It's spacious and well-maintained, making it an ideal spot to unwind and enjoy the day. The atmosphere inside is equally welcoming. The staff are friendly and make you feel right at home from the moment you step in. There's a genuine warmth that permeates the place, making it a wonderful spot to spend time with friends or family. However, it's worth noting a few drawbacks. The presence of dogs, while delightful to many, does come with a bit of a dog smell. It's not overwhelming, but it's something to be aware of if you're sensitive to such things. Additionally, the food options are quite limited. While the drinks and ambiance are top-notch, the menu leaves much to be desired. If you're looking for a place to enjoy a hearty meal, you might be a bit disappointed. In summary, the Masons Arms in Bristol is a charming and welcoming pub with a unique character. It's a fantastic place to relax, especially if you're a dog lover, and the outdoor space is a highlight. Just be prepared for the occasional dog smell and limited food choices. We thoroughly enjoyed our time there eating crisps (chips for you expats) and would recommend it for a casual and friendly outing. Note: parking is pretty much non existent!

Great traditional pub, nice choice of cask beer and cider. Superb secluded beer garden and covered outside space.

It was one of the most amazing pubs we ever visited in England. The service is so good, the bartenders are very friendly and helpful, the atmosphere was absolutely incredible: we didn't expect DJ and karaoke night but we had it. The customers are also very nice and friendly. If we ever come back to Bristol, we will visit the Masons Arms again.

Did Eat in pub . Molly behind the bar is very welcoming . Plus beer is good .

Is a good price for dinner 🍽️ and is a good price for drinks 🍻

Nice old pub with friendly bar staff , good garden in the summer .

Had a fantastic Ham, egg & chips the other day, delicious and great value.

Nice small pub. Definitely a local pub, in the nest way possible - everyone seems to know everyone. Decently priced drinks as well as karaoke on offer, and a few dogs wandering around the place!

Only popped in for a pint whilst walking past. So glad I did. I met the resident bulldog "Eric". A couple of locals introduced themselves and praised the local pub and said how great it was. I intend to make this my local.

Really frienwaem atmosphere and also dogs very welcome

Proper pub, good beers, nice garden

Cracking little REAL PUB... Well worth a look.

Typical traditional 'local' pub. Good prices and nice outdoor spaces, both covered and uncovered

Came in on a Friday for a couple of pints with the Mrs. The beer garden in this place is amazing! It’s huge. Draught beers tasted nice and got to sit in the sun so it was a win win.

Super friendly English pub. Very reasonable prices. Lovely atmosphere and a great garden.

Last time I was in there the pint was excellent & I had a crusty cob with a thick wedge of cheddar & onion in it. Very comfortable & welcoming pub. Great staff & friendly locals.

Love this place, great food on the days they serve it, lovely garden and nice owners/ staff members. Dog friendly also 👍

Dog friendly. Good atmosphere and reasonable prices. Will go back again

My first visit to this pub and brought my walking group , dont know why I hadn't visited this place before , good meals , great atmosphere ,pleasent staff ,good decor on both bars and 3 friendly resident dogs , next time we are at snuff mills we will revisit this pub

Nice beer garden. Friendly staff

Relaxed locals pub with friendly staff, good beer, pool table, and garden

Top landlord and landlady + staff are great

Proper boozer. We went for lunch which was cheap and cheerful. Will be back

Great atmosphere, good food at affordable prices. Come here regularly.

Great beer garden in the summer

Great pub with a lovely garden. friendly service and decent food

Great pub Great staff all round winner...

EVery Sunday me and family come to the masons arms Chris the chef always has a big smile on his face and customer service is on point would highly recommend the pub great food and atmosphere

Great drinks, food and prices. Amazing garden and very friendly staff. You couldn’t ask for more.

Good honest pub grub at reasonable prices. Friendly atmosphere dog friendly too and nice garden.

Fantastic outside area and beer garden, nicely maintained and spacious - maybe one of the best in Bristol. Friendly staff. The slightly uninspiring selection of beers is the only thing that stops this place getting top marks.

Great on a sunny day to sit out in the large beer garden, they've obviously made a big effort here. Makes up for the very dated decoration inside. Shame about the caged parrot too. Good selection and prices at the bar though.

Great traditional English pub with a couple of British Bulldogs to greet you. Excellent real ale, food and service. Lovely multi level garden. Highly recommended.

Lovely garden , overlooking valley .

Wonderful pub! Stopped in by chance after walking round Snuff Mills a few weekends ago and it was a lovely place to pass the afternoon. Great ciders, friendly staff, loved the terrace out back.

Lovely pub, small inside but has multicoloured tables and benches undercover outside too, and a separate indoor area called 'The Barn' which is cosy and chilled. Would definitely like to go there again.

Amazing pub tucked away in Stapleton. Driven past it loads of times and thought it was a standard boozer on the main road until I dropped in for a "killing an hour" pint one day..Its got the most amazing outside space. Covered terrace with lots of interesting antique signage leading to a large terraced garden area with a covered section. Good beer and good service

Only second time here, although my son and his girlfriend go quite often. Wasn't planning on eating but they are now doing food, which turned out to be very nice. Friendly locals, landlady, and landlord, too. Nice drop of real ale to wash it all down with. A very pleasant visit.

Great little pub and great service. Really attentive staff and nice selection of beers

Great little pub with a good range of drinks and food, plus a really good garden.

Banging little pub beautiful gardens awesome staff. Proper old school pub. Few and far between nowadays.

Proper pub in a lovely location, £2.80 a pint. A dying breed. What's not to love?

Amazing beer garden and lovely staff!

Lovley place and most important thing, dog friendly. Definitely we will go back for pint of cider or two. Thenks for hospitality.

Best place in Stapleton to enjoy a pint of beer. Super chill and student budget friendly

Super lovely pub, great atmosphere and good drinks

Company, service, food great, strongly recommended, definitely go again soon , bravo 👏👏👍

Really nice local pub, super friendly staff. Everyone seemed to know each other and it was very welcoming. Great garden, just what we needed on a sunny day. Stocks alcohol free beer too.

Edit: Reviewed when card machine was broken, they’ve fixed this and I’ve been back since it’s now one of the best pubs in the area. Come here for sure.

Great little community boozer with a large outside space for chilling in the summer sun with a cold one 😀

Great place! Friendly and welcoming staff.... Cheesy chips are on point 👌

Great pub, very friendly staff,very Covid compliant re.cleaning down tables,fabulous garden

Lovely garden with good table service

Lovely landlady, landlord,and staff, all make you feel welcome...food is outstanding , its an amazing place to go.

Fantastic pub! We had a super lunch with very generous portions served by friendly staff in the lovely garden. This was a great find thanks to Google and we'll be back for more!

Amazing local pub and lovely people.

Really lovely staff, doing their absolute best with restrictions they have in place, would recommend to anyone.

Such a great venue lovely staff

Solid lunch, good bants about the gas and well priced.

Lovely atmosphere and great selection of beer and cider. Bar staff always friendly

Lovely pub with amazing garden, also covered courtyard with tables where you can order at a hatch. Very friendly, great views.

John and Julie fantastic hosts great bar staff too..if you want a great time in a traditional pub ,it's the place to go

Excellent pub garden covered and heated. Good selection of drinks and hot food from weds to sat til 7pm. Highly recommended no booking required

Proper pub. Good selection of ales and ciders. Cheapest ale I have found in Bristol (without resorting to Wetherspoons). Friendly atmosphere.

Great pub and service. Always has good beer and the last few times I have been it's been £2.50 a pint.

Local village pub with a friendly atmosphere

Proper local pub. Great landlord and cider selection

Good beers. Well ran in the present situation.

Nice locals type pub, everyone friendly and lovely cheap beer. Also very dog friendly

Cute local pub, good selection of draught. Fantastic beer garden!

40 years a punter. Magical place for me!

A great pub with an unusual little lounge

Lovely old style pub. But especially take yourselves into the back garden. An oasis of joy.

A wonderful traditional pub with an exceptional quaint little lounge

Best ham rolls on the planet. Witty repartee with locals. Great cider!

A proper, old-fashioned Country pub which is just what I like! My Partner and I enjoy sitting with Friends in the pub garden in the Summer with drinks and scampy fries crisps! I also like the resident Parrot :)

Great pub and cheap too. Looking at the huge beer garden I'd imagine it''ll be packed in the summer.

Great place friendly atmosphere

Another fab monthly quiz raising money for the air ambulance.

Lovely pub. Nice regulars and staff

I didn't like it. It was like every back street boozer in say Birmingham 40 years ago. But with TV, fruit machine and juke box, all of which I hate in a pub, plus they allow dogs. I gave it four stars, because if you like that sort of thing, it is excellent. It was crowded, so obviously many people do.

Proper Pub, good beer at very cheap prices, friendly staff and a parrot! The rolls were also very good. First visit but not the last.

Great pub, very friendly staff and customers

Lovely pub with great staff. Also reasonably priced booze. Really recommend a visit

What a great pub in a great setting! Staff and regulars are amazing, made me feel welcome from day 1.

Good value drinks, good old fashioned local, with dartboard and large garden.

Friendly and good beer. Guest ales only £2.50 a pint!

This pub has a large, gorgeous beer garden, a Parrott, puppies and a great selection of ciders and ales! The staff and people inside are very friendly and welcoming! Lovely pub xx

The wine was super nice and cheap, nice atmosphere

What a great find after a lovely walk through Stoke Park estate. Great beer and Cider selection for all tastes and good prices too. Lovely big beer garden full of summer colour and character, really friendly welcome from the staff and regulars. A proper decent boozer. Had the feel of a great country pub even though only 5 mins from City centre.

Haven't visited for over a year but always loved it and the locals were great. Sadly didn't go back because some of the staff were very rude and always miserable but since then I have heard great things about the pub. We will be back to enjoy this proper English pub and the jukebox. Recently popped in and had a great time with the locals and the music was great. Highly Recommend

Nice cosy pub, slightly quirky (in the good sense :)

Beautiful place with huge trees

Great welcome.lovely glasto evening

Lovely atmosphere...friendly staff and a beautiful garden to sit in.

Great food but a small delay waiting. Nice service.

Top place. The landlady gave Mickey and Mylee some runner bean plants so we took them home and planted them... up the gas..

Hidden treasure, lots of history of you check out Google. Great beer at a good price, with a great landlord. Superb beer garden on the mend courtesy of the new land lord.