The Rocking Horse in Chichester

A gem of a spot in the centre of Chichester, they know what they’re doing and give amazing and personal customer service. The Greek night is a winner. Couldn’t recommend anymore.

Fantastic afternoon making cocktails at The Rocking Horse. Kailla and Michael are great hosts. Would highly recommend. We will be back

Stunning cocktails, lovely atmosphere and really friendly staff (and lovely clean loos!). Just brilliant.

A great cocktail bar, fantastic drinks and superb service. So much so they chased me to the train station to return my hat I'd left behind!

We visited on a Tuesday evening for a quick drink. The bartender was lovely and made a great cosmo 😊

This place is a great bar ! The decoration and furniture looks so fab. Staff are amazing and the drinks r not Ur normal 2 for 1 ...The amount of time and effort put into every one makes each drink special...

Amazing place with amazing service. The best cocktails ever. Thank you guys.

What a great little cocktail bar! Michael, the owner, is a virtuoso of cocktail craftsmanship. He hand makes the fruit and other infusions for his drinks from fresh ingredients. Even hand crafts his ice cubes. I had 3 different cocktails and each one was fantastic. The bar is small and has a clean, comfortable, intimate feel. Michael is very friendly and welcoming. We’re so lucky to have the Rocking Horse in Chichester.

The best atmosphere, friendliest and most accommodating staff, and delicious cocktails that are great value for money. Highly recommend!

What an incredible place. I came on my own to see what it was like. I was blown away by the service. The bartender was professional, yet really warm and welcoming. The host Kaila, was a warm bubbly character who made me feel so welcome in the bar. The cocktails were incredible. I’ve had a fair few cocktails in my time and they blew them all out the water. Tasted incredible and I can’t wait to come back. Cosy autumnal vibes and perfect for someone wanting to come in and read a book alone or a cosy date! Thank you so much for making me feel welcome and well done for making this place incredible! Highly recommend. 5 stars all round.

The new owner is really friendly and knowledgeable. Amazing drinks and lovely atmosphere.

Michael and his team are so welcoming! Great fun, amazing cocktails. Highly recommend the bonne mamman, tiramisu martini and Jamaican rum punch. They care about what they do and go the extra mile to create a special experience. 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟

Incredible place! The new management are amazing and couldn’t have done more for us. Such good vibes in the gorgeous bar. Drinks are amazing and reasonably priced too. Definitely recommend.

Brilliant cocktails! Lovely staff and recently changed management.

What a fantastic place to come to celebrate a loved ones birthday/hen or even just a general night out with girls. Mitch and Kayla are the most attentive guests with a high attention to detail on their cocktail knowledge and decor. An all round fantastic duo that will promise to create the best ambience for you. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

My friend and I popped in to the Rocking Horse before our dinner reservation. As it was still quite early we were the only ones in there but it wasn't a problem, the staff didn't linger and we didn't feel awkward. As we were both driving we asked if they could make some mocktails instead and they were more than happy to accommodate us. We ended up having a couple of delicious alcohol free mojitos, they were so refreshing and looked great!

Great cocktails & lovely friendly staff

The Rocking Horse Chichester is the best cocktail bar in the city. Cocktails are freshly made, great choice and taste amazing. Staff are friendly and efficient. The bar has a great atmosphere, cosy and is in the perfect central location. Highly recommend.

Lovely little place with a great atmosphere, staff are super friendly and welcoming! Cocktails are lush and remind you of drinks you get when on holiday🍹

Lovely little cocktail bar, with delicious cocktails. The glasses were quirky, and the waitress bubbly and chatty! Reasonable prices too.

This is an absolute gem of a bar. I've been here a couple of times, perfect for a drink with friends or for a date, it's chilled enough to have a chat but still has a good atmosphere. Plus the drinks are amazing 👌 I would highly recommend the tiramisu martini 🍸 Update 19/06/23: We held our wedding after party here with around 25 friends. We all had the best time! Staff were accommodating, service was quick, drinks were amazing, it was the perfect way to end our perfect day.

Fab cocktails and really friendly owner.

Had a great afternoon making cocktails with Michael. Sooooo tasty and fresh. Would highly recommend

Great cocktail bar & fabulous owner Michael! Would highly recommend the cocktail classes, Michael is extremely knowledgeable re cocktails & it’s great fun 🤩

Absolutely Amazing cocktails and a beautifully decorated venue. The new management have brought new life to this place! Will be back again soon!

Amazing drinks, friendly manager and delicious drinks! Highly recommend for drinks with friends or a date!

Great little bar for a cocktail! I have only been here the once but I will definitely be visiting again. The old fashioned was lovely and reasonably priced. The staff were all really friendly and helpful. Definitely recommend this place if you’re in town.

Boring, bland and expensive but friendly staff.

Attempted to come and have a drink with some friends this evening the owner seemed to not want our custom and was very rude, politeness goes a long way, won’t be returning.

We have been here a few times over the summer and came here at the weekend for a friend's birthday, there was 8 of us and the waiter/manager told us we only had an hour as the table was booked we were fine with this, we all ordered a drink at the table, about 20 mins later I went us to get myself and husband another drink, these drinks are £10 plus not that it bothered us at the time, when I was at the bar I asked if he made the dried orange decoration himself and he said yes, I went on to chat with him while I was waiting for our drinks, he then shouted at me to stop talking to him as I wasnt ment to be at the bar in the first place as he said table service only, he didn’t say that when I started talking to him, he said it half way through I felt this was very rude and not very nice costumer service, he needs to work on his communication! It kinda ruined my happy memories in there!

Best cocktails I’ve had anywhere - dangerously smooth. Alexandre who owns the place is incredibly friendly and made us feel at home.

My boyfriend and I were looking for somewhere to have a couple of drinks and came across the Rocking Horse so popped in and asked if there was a table, before the waiter (who I assume was also the manager) even said hello, he asked my boyfriend to take his cap off, my boyfriend was absolutely fine with this, however it did seem slightly hypocritical as the waiter and one of the guys behind the bar were both wearing caps. We got a seat by the window but the whole time we were sat down it felt like the waiter was watching us, it was very uncomfortable. We then overheard an awkward conversation the waiter was having with a girl who was with her friends, asking her to not keep asking him for drinks (she wasn’t drunk in anyway so not sure what this was about) Us and the couple next to us then felt very awkward as the bar was so small so everyone felt the atmosphere after this. The couple next to us immediately paid and left and so did my boyfriend and I. Wouldn’t return here due to the rude attitude of the waiter.

We asked to move tables due to preferring a high back chair but told it wasn’t possible and they had to check with the owner. There were no other customers apart from us. Was told to be quiet as we were laughing and owner was really rude and didn’t make us feel welcome. We finished our drinks and left. Will not be going back.

Good cocktails. Please lower the lighting, it feels like a takeaway. A guy was drinking out of a panda which was a nice touch. Ps I saw a thicc old school friend

Alex, Tara, Charlie, Anya, and James, the single best barmen/women I have ever come across. There is no better place in Chichester for a drink. If you go to Chichester you must visit.

Cocktails & Dreams... Little bar in the heart of Chichester with some of the best cocktails in Chichester. The interior is lovely, and you are well looked after by the staff. The cocktails are a little pricy, but we'll be worth the money. 100% recommended 👌

Pretty uninspiring. Using table salt rather than decent sea salt flakes for margarita glass rim, pretty poor.

Simply the worst customer service I've ever experienced

Lovely spot for a cocktail. Great variety of interesting cocktails and a friendly service team.

Expensive for chi but best cocktails in town

This is undoubtedly the best cocktail bar in Chichester. They have a wide selection of classic and creative cocktails served and presented with flair. The service was 5 stars alone and the atmosphere that has been created there is fantastic. Would highly recommend to everyone!!! 👍🏻🍸

Had a fab time doing cocktail making with friends. Relaxed atmosphere great fun

Great cocktails and great bartenders and mixologists!

Great cocktails, good mix of the traditional favourites and some special in-house mixes served in some funky glasses. Service and atmosphere was great, look forward to coming back soon.

Rude staff behind the bar, could not taste any alcohol in my drink :( not really worth the price. They just seem to capitalise on the fact that the Vestry is opposite and get the drunks in! Visit Bar 54 in North street, thank me later!

Beautiful cocktail bar in the heart of Chichester with a superb atmosphere. You can tell that a lot of love goes into everything they do, from the decor, to the themed cups and glasses and of course the delicious drinks themselves. Staff are always accommodating and will go the extra mile. And of course, they have put in extra precautions to ensure it still feels safe and meets government guidelines due to Covid. I hope this small and friendly local family business isn't affected too much by 2020 and that it continues to be a high street gem - the perfect place for a classy night out.

What an amazing evening! Best cocktails in Chi, I should say best bar in Chichester. The Manager is friendly and so knowledgeable, created some specials cocktails for us. We will definitely be back soon.

One of the best cocktail bars in Chichester. Great bartenders, cool atmosphere. 10 out of 10.

Had the best experience of cocktails here! Bartenders are awesome as our cocktails were made based on how we want them. Such flexibility! During our second night, we were given in-house shots by the friendly French owner. If you are in the area don't hesitate for a second. Cheers !!!

Amazing atmosphere with a wide selection of creative Cocktails. Love the energy of the friendly owner. Will definitely be back again.

Excellent little cocktail bar, staff were very friendly and attentive, they were also very knowledgeable about the drinks and put them together beautifully. Prices were high but the drinks were worth it in my opinion. Was taken here for my hen party on a Monday night so it was quiet and of course with covid restrictions they reminded us to leave by 10 but they were so polite and friendly. We had a great night.

The best cocktail in town. Staff friendly and nice atmosphere.

Fantastic cocktails and unique place to go to. Lots of fun trying out all the cocktails - a must do for a fab night out. Staff are excellent and are skilled. The place is clean and it is very good at following Covid-19 rules. You do feel safe there. Highly recommend.

My husband and I have visited the Rocking Horse on several occasions. The cocktails are made from fresh ingredients which I particularly like. Nothing artificial. My husband likes the mocktails. The staff are friendly and the manager is very charming. I would certainly recommend a visit!

Gorgeous and intimate cocktail bar and I love the fact it's on my doorstep. All of the cocktails taste fresh and delicious and it's a great place to go for a date, drink with the girls or even just a drink before dinner.

Best coctail bar in town, love old fashioned they make. One and only professional coctail bar in Chichester

This is by far the best cocktail bar in Chichester. The drinks are absolutely amazing; they taste delicious, there's great variety and fresh ingredients are used in each of the cocktails, which make them taste absolutely sensational. Even if you don't fancy a cocktail because you're driving or don't want to drink, they offer some fantastic mocktails, which taste just as good as the cocktails with alcohol in. The staff are friendly, efficient and knowledgeable. Plus, I can't believe how quickly they're able to make them. I've been to so many bars who claim to make cocktails and have walked away feeling disappointed and bored through waiting too long. I'm also impressed with how impeccably clean the bar is, even the toilets are sparkling, which is hugely impressive. It's also clear how hard the Rocking Horse have worked to meet Covid standards but without compromising the atmosphere. This is an absolute gem of a bar and you'll never taste a better cocktail. I highly recommend the Rocking Horse Chichester.

Only place I’ve found that does pina coladas ... and they are good ones too ❤️

This is, a, small place which is part of its charm. Friendly welcoming staff, really cool atmosphere

My first vist had a lovely lovely time....staff very friendly and lovely atmosphere , will definitely be going there again

Nice friendly independent. Good drinks and service.

Visited on Saturday at 5pm, first day of reopening. Loved it! Delicious cocktails, really friendly welcome and service. Good safety procedures in place.

Good service, smashing cocktails

Myself, my girlfriend, another guy and girl came into the Rocking Horse last night to possibly buy a drink and see what the place was like. We first went to the toilets as we were desperate and wanted to empty ourselves before drinking more. As we walked to the toilets one of the girls accidentally knocked over a glass as she was passing through and into the toilets. Myself and my other guy friend were then quickly and violently pushed and shoved out of the bar. The barman then waited until the two girls were out of the toilets and, now without the safety of their male friends, proceeded to scare them into paying £14 for the broken glass. We had no chance to explain the situation or come to an amicable agreement and £14 is far too expensive to replace one glass. We didn't have any chance to enjoy a drink or experience the place at all. And scaring two girls into paying money with the threat of police involvement is not good customer service or a nice way to treat people in general. It's safe to say we will not be experiencing the Rocking Horse again.

If you’re interested in exploring off-menu classics and variations, go mid-week and get talking to the bar staff. I’m not usually a fan of overly sweet or fruity beverages, but there’s loads of choice and variety based on the old fashioned and such. Hospitable, knowledge and humorous - that and the drinks are cracking.

So funky and the staff are awesome. Has to be the best place in chi for a cocktail but save up - it is not cheap!

We took our daughter here on her 18th birthday so she could try a genuine cocktail. She was not disappointed. The service, knowledge and friendliness of the bartender were fantastic. This is a gem in Chichester; long may it continue!

We had several different cocktails made Kieran who was very knowledgeable and made some of the best cocktails we've ever had. We dont know why this place never came up on Google before , and also we walked past this place God knows how many times without realizing it was a cocktail bar, perhaps some better signage. We will definitely be back here.

If you live in the Chichester area and you want an espresso martini this should be your first port of call.

Kieron was amazing and he’s a good barman genuinely had the best night because him, could not fault the lad.

The girl that looks like a she is Lebanese behind the bar can knock out a good one. Would recommend for a beverage. Could be improved with some alcohol free for the designated drivers amongst us.

Awesome drinks. I recommend the call me Albert

Lovely staff lush cocktails def back again love u guys bless

Great cocktails, great service.

Great cocktails friendly staff the cocktails are not the cheapest but worth the money.

Lovely and relaxed. A funky place

Probably the best cocktails Chichester has to offer, mostly simple twists on classics done quite well. A small cosy place with potential to be more, buzzing on a Saturday night with welcoming and chatty bar staff. Hasn’t caught up with the London scene yet but, when in Rome! (Yes, Chichester is a Roman town, look it up.)

Mixed a great old fashioned and a superb Manhattan ... nice to find a place you can go off piste ..

AMAZING COCKTAILS not too expensive!! It is a very small bar though so you may have to stand for a long time but worth it if you have a seat !

A small cosy Cocktail Bar in the busy part of Chichester. Lovely cocktails and good service.

This cocktail is called the walking dead..a must for all.

Nice for a pre drink but could do with more comfy seating.

Awesome cocktails and great staff, only reason not 5 star is lack of fans! I nearly died of the heat I swear!

I think the description of Cocktail bar is a wild exaggeration! The drinks from a very limited menu are mediocre at best. And if you dare to ask for anything else you are met by a blank and frankly uninterested look. Most Cocktail bars are happy to accommodate a non advertised drink, but not here. Coupled with the extremely cramped space and close location to several unsavoury pubs, The Rocking horse is well worth a miss.

Quick cocktail before evening meal - good choice of drinks- can be busy

Such a good evening! Great atmosphere even better cocktails!

Had an amazing pina colada! Only downfall is how small the bar is.. It was quiet when we went but I imagine a weekend it's heaving!

Ingeniously created cocktails that look and taste amazing, just about worth the money. The staff didn't seem very approachable on this occasion however.

Quirky little cocktail bar, drinks are delicious!

Amazing cocktails friendly staff.

Very very expensive. Really cool cocktails though

Not totally the staffs fault as they had a large xmas party come in but felt chaotic and disorganised. Good cocktails but ridiculous wait at the bar if busy

Loved this place. Cocktails were fantastic and received a very warm welcome from the staff

Lovely cocktails. Good start to an even i g out in Chi.

Inventive cocktails without being pretentious, good decor, nice service.

Lovely cocktails and friendly staff. Bit too crowded on the weekend though!

Wonderful cocktails and very lovely staff, can't wait to visit again!

Great cocktails, particularly their White Lady and the Espresso Martini.

Great service and a big list of cocktails to get through :)

Amazing cocktails, knowledgeable staff