The Old Duke in Bristol, City of

Awesome staff, great social vibe and loads of outdoor tables.

fantastic music, great atmosphere

We went on a Friday night and they had a brilliant band on. The place was packed. Everyone was dancing. Bar was still accessible and wait times were minimal. Lovely place.

It was all happening outside. But a nice place.

Great atmosphere , best place to do the annual sound festival

Absolutely rammed with mudic fans, but was brilliant

Went there on the night of the music festival..was bonkers but the team behind the bar coped brilliantly!!

Nice place but very rude staff Back in February 2024, the staff had changed 😀 Very good evening and very good blues concert

Really disappointed by the constant high volume music belting out from this place. We were unable to open our windows in the nearby premier inn because of it - for most of the Bank Holiday weekend. A wonderful buzz from people in the outside area, totally obliterated by the volume of the music.

Absolutely buzzing! The real ale selection was great👍🏻

Old school I preferred the music when John Stone was the Landlord

Here Sunday stop on route to Balloon Fiesta at Ashton Court country estate. Jazz playing. Famous pubs including Old Duke and Langdogger great for cider and beers.

Updated. Returned after a long hiatus, staff had all changed but they're still excellent, friendly people, willing to share in conversation and ensure their customers have a good time.

Nice pub we had a quick pint before going to the theatre.

Great pub, but I am disappointed to be turned away based on our group size of 10. We understand it's their choice, but we still thought that we could be served outside. Q

Great live music and a proper boozer

Very quiet when we went in but I would imagine that it gets very busy as it's bang in the middle of the drinking zone with lots of other pubs

I had the BEST time in here! Hope to return. Keep up the great work!!!

This pub is directly opposite the Llandoger Trow, where I had my first pint. My 2nd pint of Timothy Taylor boltmaker wasn't so good, and it was more expensive. However, they do have good music blasting out!! And it seems more popular especially in the evening when the whole area was rammed....

Good pub - especially if you want some loud, v foot tapping, danceable, jazzy swing. Good fun - no use for quiet conversations.

Get a cheddar valley down yer neck and some jazz in yer ears!!!

No food. Drinks, atmosphere, and music were all great. It has a character.

Amazing pizza , lovely staff clean pub. 10/10 would recommend

Madeleine was a gem! Sorted me and my mates out really quickly, she said she was new, (I couldn’t tell) wonderful girl!

Great place with great music and a varying selection of beverages. I did not eat anything, and I guess there is nothing to eat. Liked the place; great vibe with different music bands every day.

There are much better places in Bristol to see bands.

Fantastic atmosphere, great service, definitely recommend xx

So lovely to find the bar quiet (Monday afternoon). Young staff very friendly and happy to help. Spend a very pleasant hour.

Good selection of beers and great atmosphere outside in the sunshine.

Staff we very inattentive. I know they were busy because it was sunny. But saying hello is not a lot to ask. The member of staff behind the bar with a cigarette hanging out of his mouth was not a great look either

Can pretty much never get in there, good bands always on tho

Popped in here before heading to the airport, a live jazz band were on and were excellent. You can sit indoors or at tables outdoors, nice atmosphere and bar staff.

Lowri was amazing, she exudes warmth. Definitely ask for her. She’s soo knowledgeable on the ales and is an absolute delight

One of the best pubs on King St, always live music and a great vibe

Great music but can be really busy!

Always a great pub with a fantastic selection of beers and spirits, plus the main attraction good jazz music from proper musicians well worth a look

one of the best things about Bristol brilliant atmosphere Great pub

£16 for a beer and a single rum and coke. How can people afford to leave the house any more?!

The saltiest meal I think I’ve ever eaten. I had a burger and chips, £15 so on the pricier side for pub food. I wouldn’t eat there again unfortunately. Service and drinks were good though.

Haven't been there for a few years but still s great live music venue.

Sat outside on the picnic tables . Chose this pub out of the 3 available to get our drinks because they had the most bar staff and most convenient with normal beers

Ii didn't eat so I can't say, and to be honest I didn't drink but others j was with were and seemed happy enough. But thing this place gives in spades is atmosphere, we watched live jazz and it was superb, and I don't like jazz! Young and older people dancing together and just having a great time, perfect. Just enough space to dance, big enough bar inside, loads of seating outside and some inside but with live music (I think) every night it's not a quiet pint sort of place, get in, get a drink, and get dancing!

A classic heritage pub in the centre of Bristol. A must visit.

Fabulous!!! God bless the grand old Duke .

Great music and great atmosphere

Good atmosphere, fun games and gluten free food. Can't ask for more 😊

Lively pub with great selection of draught beer, ales and cider. In sunny days can be quite busy and loads of seating outside. Have nice music and if you are looking a place having buzzing and fun vibe this is a place to be.

A famous old pub with live music every night. Always packed with people wanting to dance, listen to music and have a good time. A brilliant way to spend an hour or two in the centre of Bristol either packed inside or spilling out to the tables outside

This is one of the most famous, and classic, pub in Bristol. Lovely and pure history. It is worth the visit.

The group visited it at night and with a concert... essential!

Live music in the evening, excellent pub

Loads of fun for a few drinks and some live music. Only had wine. As with most places on Kings St it’s expensive to drink at but always has some great live bands.

Very characteristic pub Good selection of music Great variety of beers to choose from. Live music. Perfect place to have a good time.

Lovely lovely bear good choice friendly staff good prices

Nice place to go for a few beers 🍻

Yea, nice pint of Okham Citra @4.50, welcoming.

Had a drink with a friend. Next time we will come back when the band plays. Drunk people outside, which can be annoying.

Old school Bristol pub where beer and music sing in perfect harmony... Jazz Sundays being a highlight

Great atmosphere and music. Dropped a star as the ale I had was not great.

Great music and atmosphere on Sunday afternoons

Seriously, a real gem of a pub! Love going here to meet mates and listen to jazz.

Excelente Pub muy buen ambiente y óptima atención muy recomendable si andas en Bristol en King Street una muy buena opción...

Always a great evening here. There's a good range of live music, it's always busy. The door staff and bar staff are really helpful and I have never seen it rowdy given that this is on king street. The pub hosts a good selection of drinks and snacks.

Lovely pub.Great music.Friendly staff.

Gluten free beer available. Great music. Always very busy when a band is on.

The very finest establishment in all the land.

An excellent location complemented by welcoming and sociable staff who create a friendly atmosphere. I thoroughly enjoy the vibe of this pub, making it a definite go-to whenever I'm in Bristol.

Nice pub , good service , drank on the outside tables

Superb proper pub! Live music every night. Excellent blues band when we were there. We ate before we went, so we can't comment on food, but a top night out!

Coole Location mit Livemusik....

The Old Duke from Terraria Calamity Mod😱

Went in in the middle of the afternoon just for a drink, no one else in there, not welcomed and didn't feel like anyone wanted to serve us. It did not seem very clean. Sticky table, badly stained seating. However when we walked pass in the evening it was paked and bouncing with Jazz music playing.

Old duke, old Rosie cider and live music every day!

Loved it had great time listenimg to music

The Old Duke is always a good option if you fancy a few pints and live music. The bar staff is friendly, they have good selection of spirits and ciders, although on the beer selection is quite limited. Highly recommended to visit!

Love the fact that The Old Duke has live music every night, means you can spontaneously decide to go and still have a good nice. The live music and aesthetic of the place go hand in hand making it a great place to go if you wanna hear a bit of jazz! would recommend!

Best pub with live music in town

Great pub live misic is excellent

Fantastic old school era rock and a lovely selection of cider, recommend.

Popped in for few pints Saturday afternoon with a load of lad's, place was quality, live funky jazz band playing who were brilliant, loads of tables outside, defo worth a shout, 5 or 6 pubs next door to each other 👍🍻

Proper pub, surprised I have not reviewed it before. Good beers and ciders. A pub full of character.

Absolutely outstanding 2 or 3 hours spent at the Old Duke with friends and a fine array of drinks and good music. The atmosphere was superb. I didn't eat, but I had 2 or 3 drinks, along with a few snacks from the bar. 1st time in my 70 years had I experienced the Old Duke, but for sure, there will be so many more visits.

Fun bar with indoor and outdoor seating

Brilliant small pub with live music. Lots of outdoor seating with a good vibe on a sunny evening. Def my favourite hang out in Bristol when the weather is good.

I'll always be a huge fan of this quintessential Bristol venue!

Lovely atmosphere ,vibrant and plenty of staff on a busy Friday afternoon and a nice welcome

My first time visiting Bristol and as someone who enjoys the live music scene (particularly jazz and blues), I have two say that The Old Duke is a must visit. The atmosphere is super friendly with everyone there for a good time and just wanting to hear the music. Also enjoyed the alfresco extension out the front allowing you to sit outside on a warm summer evening whilst still hearing the acts playing. A must visit when you’re in town!

Nice place for a beer outside with a hundred other people.

Went on a Saturday night and it was half a Dive-Pub, if they exist. Absolutely fantastic atmosphere with people of all ages enjoying the music. On the slightly more expensive side for drinks but that added tax is worth it for the music.

Good jazz, good beer, interesting people inside

Great pub, great music and atmosphere. Loved it!

Had a lunchtime drink here with friends so found it at a quiet time. I'm sure it would be a very lively place in the evenings especially when live bands are playing.

Nice location near water, located in an area with a few other bars, do outside there was a nice seating area. Quirky decor inside, open muc night in a Tuesday night. Bar staff very helpful, took the time to recommend other pubs. Decent pint. Would return.

Great old place to sit outside on a warm evening and have a drink. Always live music, but it's inside and as it's always busy when I've visited, you can't really hear it if sitting outside, but a great atmosphere.

Amazing pub with tables indoors and outdoors. Live music and very good atmosphere!

Live music really makes this place special

Rockin pub, mega busy great atmosphere

Loved the ambience here. We were initially sitting outside and were drawn in by the wonderful live music. Definitely worth visiting just for the love music. However, all four of our beers were served warm and that's the last thing you would want on a hot summer day. The drinks came in cheap disposable plastic pint glasses -- the kind that lose their shape when you hold them.

Came here once for a jazz night and once when it wasn’t on. Both times service was really good and lovely atmosphere! Also table space outside is always busy in the summer!

Can't go wrong with the Old Duke, whatever day of the year ☘️