7 cracking cocktail bars in Nottingham, according to their glowing TripAdvisor reviews

Nottingham is known for its great nightlife as it has a variety of options for those who want to go clubbing, enjoy the comfort of a local pub or socialise at a bar.

Bars offer creative cocktails, amazing décor, and live music - all whilst making it easy to keep track of your friends unlike in a busy nightclub.

Whether it's with family, friends, a date, or work colleagues, bars are the ideal place to go for a fun atmosphere.

We’ve compiled a list of the seven best bars in Nottingham to enjoy a drink on any occasion.

The best bars in Nottingham

Be At One Cocktail Bar

Rating: 4.5 out of 5 - 116 reviews

Where: 20A Victoria St, Nottingham Nottingham, NG1 2EX

Be At One boasts a cocktail menu of over 100 mixes to choose from, so no matter what the occasion you can have the happiest of Happy Hours. The expert bartenders are also happy to make you a drink that isn’t listed on the extensive menu.

Enjoy 2-4-1 cocktails during Happy hour, running from 4.30pm to 7.00pm Sunday to Thursday, 4.30pm to 6.00pm on Fridays, and 2.00pm to 5.00pm on Saturdays.

Situated in the heart of Nottingham City Centre the bar is known to draw a strong crowd, with its classy, sleek decor, diverse selection of drinks, and bustling atmosphere.

One reviewer wrote: “Best bar in Notts - Always come to Be At One in Nottingham with my friends for cocktails. It’s our favourite bar and we’ve had the best night outs here. I’ve been to a few Be At One’s and the Nottingham one is my favourite. One of the bartenders Dan often serves us who’s so friendly and makes fabulous cocktails.”

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Revolution Hockley

Rating: 4.5 out of 5 - 633 reviews

Where: 7 Broad Street, Nottingham, NG1 3AJ

Revolution Hockley can be found tucked away in the centre of the fashionable Lace Market area of Nottingham. It has been praised for being the best place to enjoy an epic day or night with friends,  thanks to its comfortable drinking and dining areas and extensive range of premium spirits from all over the world.

Suitable for most occasions, you can relax, dine, drink or dance in style. Why not enjoy a 2 for £10 Happy Hour deal?  Whether it’s for a mid-week treat, getting a promotion at work, or just because it’s Tuesday.

A reviewer said: “Excellent service - It was my first time In Nottingham and we went to bar Revolution in Hockley, for a friend’s birthday. Thanks to all the bar staff, we ended up having one of our best nights out! Humbled and our needs were met without asking! On point, and will definitely be back!”

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Penny Lane

Rating: 4.5 out of 5 - 459 reviews

Where: 9 Fletcher Gate, Nottingham, NG1 1QQ

Penny Lane can be found in the heart of Nottingham’s Lace Market. It is considered quite the hidden gem by its visitors, as walking past this bar you would not expect there to be an arcade inside which is reminiscent of British seaside holidays in Brighton or Blackpool.

There is an incredible selection of iconic & nostalgic arcade games - from table football and grabber machines, to skee ball and air hockey. The bar alone is a popular attraction, with its 2-for-1 drinks deal, which runs till 9pm, from Sunday to Friday. Every drink purchased comes with something added, such as a pack of Skittles or a little postcard.

A reviewer commented: “Amazing arcade bar! - Absolute cracking place to visit. The arcade games are great and there’s plenty of them. Ample seating and the drinks are lovely too. I would definitely recommend visiting if you’re in Notts! The staff are also wonderful.”

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The Loxley

Rating: 4.5 out of 5 - 184 reviews

Where: 24/26 Pelham Street/Victoria Road, Nottingham, NG1 2EG

The Loxley is in the city of centre of Nottingham, making it a convenient stop or meeting place whilst out for the day or night. The bar is famous for its large range of local ales, wines and bottled beer at great prices.

Many refer to the venue as a sports bar as it shows live sport from all the major channels. It is also a popular stop for large groups participating in works parties, hens or stag dos.

A reviewer wrote: “Great Bar to watch sports - Super sports bar, lots of screens with sound on. Will change your individual screen if you book a booth to what you request. Nice selection of drinks and really easy to get served. Staff are brilliant too.”

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Tilt Bar

Rating: 4.5 out of 5 - 116 reviews

Where: 9 Pelham St, Nottingham, NG1 2EH

Tilt Bar is a cosy venue serving some of Nottingham’s finest cocktails, just hidden away from bustling Pelham Street, in the city centre.

They offer guests a candlelit setting for an array of moreish cocktails, both classic and contemporary. The bar staff are expertly skilled at making quirky and specialised cocktails, as well as all the classics, from Espresso Martinis to an Old Fashioned.

If you’re lucky enough to pop into Tilt Bar during Happy Hour, between 5-7pm Tuesday to Friday, you are able to get all their £8 cocktails and glasses of prosecco for only £4.50.

A reviewer said: “Best cocktail bar in Nottingham - Without a doubt the best place to get a properly made cocktail in Nottingham. The bar staff can make you any classic cocktail, even if it’s not on the menu. Really know their stuff!”

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Bunk

Rating: 4.5 out of 5 - 112 reviews

Where: 19 Stoney Street, Nottingham, NG1 1LP

Bunk is a casual ‘no-bookings required’ bar in Nottingham’s city centre, which specialises in cocktails and chicken wings. This cosy, relaxed bar is accented throughout with bright strobe lights, from the logo at the entrance to the neon palm trees, lightning bolts and clouds found glowing inside.

There is a wide range of reasonably priced house cocktails on the menu, including a Singapore Sling, Mai Tai and Cosmopolitan. Some of Bunk’s premium cocktails are served up with some nostalgic sweets to garnish, including love hearts and drumsticks. Happy hour is available to everyone from open until 10pm, everyday.

A reviewer wrote: “Lively bar for a bite to eat and a cocktail - Great for Chicken Wings and a cocktail before an event at the Motorpoint Arena, which is about a 5 minute walk away. Loved this place as it had some great cocktails with some great music - making it a nice and lively place. The price was great also, at less than £10 for two drinks.”

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The Alchemist, Nottingham

Rating: 4 out of 5 - 542 reviews

Where: 11 King Street, Nottingham, NG1 2AY

The Alchemist in Nottingham is located within a gothic building on King street, which sets the scene perfectly as the bartenders are known to be the masters in the dark arts of molecular mixology.

Each drink ordered is created with an obsessive eye for detail, adding a theatre-esque performance to any night out. The extensive drinks menu allows your visit to The Alchemist to be so much more than just a night out at a bar. It compares more so, to something you would experience whilst observing a science experiment, or watching a magic show.

One reviewer said: “Fabulous - Fabulous Cocktail Bar in Notts. It’s not just about the drinks they serve though, it’s the entire experience. The cocktails are without doubt the best in Nottingham. The Staff are exceptional and well trained and professional. They go over and beyond to ensure your time spent there is memorable.”

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