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OPENING HOURS:

Mon: 4pm- 11pm

tues: 4pm - 11pm

weds: 4pm - 11pm

thurs: 4pm - 12am

fri: 4pm - 1am

sat: 1pm - 1am

Sun: CLOSED

festive opening dates:

22nd dec: open

23rd - 26th dec: closed

27th dec: open

28th - 30th dec: closed

new year's eve: open

New year's day: closed

2nd jan onwards: open as normal

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33 gordon road, clifton,

bristol BS8 1aw

"Barrelhouse" 

 
1) A "juke joint", a bar or saloon. Originates from the storage of barrels of alcohol.
2) An early form of jazz with wild, improvised piano, and an accented
two-beat rhythm.
We think this sums us up pretty nicely.

Inspired by the classic dive bars of the southern states, we've aimed to create a hybrid venue that combines the vibe and aesthetic of a dive bar with a good old traditional British boozer. Couple that with a laid back service style and great tunes we feel like we're onto a winning formula. 

Situated in the heart of Clifton next to the Student Union, this historic pub has changed hands many a time over the years, now settling under the management of the team that also brought you the Vittoria and The Ship Inn.

 

Our kitchen is open six days a week serving hot and fresh Detroit-style pizza, and you can enjoy our signature Happy Hour from open til' 10pm Monday-Saturday. With a

back-to-back roster of events, a sun-trap roof terrace, pool table, extensive cocktail

menu and great selection of draught beers and ciders, what's not to love?!​​

What's On?

November 2025
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Pub Quiz AND 2-for-1 Pizza Slices
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FREE Karaoke every Tuesday at Barrelhouse
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Live Jazz & Funk Courtesy of Shed Out
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Soul Strutters: LIVE Funk/Soul and Disco
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OUR VENUES

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VITTORIA,

BRISTOL

Nestled within bustling Whiteladies Road, The Vittoria was our first foray into running a Bristol pub. With a happy hour running from 4 til' 7 everyday, free live jazz and banging Sunday roasts, it's a must visit for anyone looking for a cosy place to spend the evening.

57 Whiteladies Road, Bristol BS8 2LY

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THE SHIP INN, BRISTOL

Re-opened in October 2024 after a prolonged closure, The Ship Inn has been re-vitalised and refreshed, bringing all the best parts of our well-loved pubs closer to the city centre.

Our signature Happy Hour is in full swing from 4 til' 8pm, boasting a delectable selection of £6 cocktails and affordable beer, cider and spirits. The Ship Inn isn't short of in-house entertainment either, with Shuffleboard and Darts areas, as well as being host to a plethora of events ranging from quiz nights to karaoke to live music. Head on down!​

8 Lower Park Row, Bristol BS1 5BJ

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FAQs

Q: Are you dog friendly?

​A: Yes, please bring your dog!

Q: Do you serve food?

A: Absolutely! From open til' 9.30pm everyday, our kitchen is slinging out hot and fresh Detroit-style pizzas, with delicious focaccia dough that we make in-house daily. We also offer a bunch of tasty sides and snacks to tickle your tastebuds. Why not drop by on a Monday and enjoy 2-for-1 Detroit pizza slices?! Oh, and we are also available on Uber Eats!

Q: Do you have vegan/gluten free pizzas?

A: Most of our vegetarian options can also be made vegan. Gluten free bases are available upon request, but we recommend pre-ordering via phone or email to make sure we have some in stock for you.

Q: When is your happy hour?

A: From when we open until 10pm, Monday-Saturday (yes, really!)

Q: Do you have a pub quiz?

A: We run a quiz every Monday at 7:30pm, entry is £2 per person.

Q: Do you have karaoke?

A: Yes! We have a karaoke machine that can be booked for private parties, or swing by on a Tuesday for our drop-in karaoke night.

Q: Do you offer discounts for industry or NHS staff?

A: We do! Please bring valid ID, and you can claim 10% off your drinks bill. (Please note the discount cannot be applied to drinks already included in our happy hour deal.)

Q: Do you accept cash?

A: We are a card-only venue, our apologies for any inconvenience.

Q: Do I need to bring cash to play pool?

A: You can play with contactless at the table.

Q: Can I book out a space for my Christmas/office/birthday party etc.?

A: Absolutely! Use the contact form here or drop by and speak to a member of staff, we'd be more than happy to have you.

Contact

This form is for general enquiries and table reservations only - please use the contact form here for larger bookings!

33 gordon road, Bristol BS8 1aw

0117 973 5525

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