The Alma Tavern & Theatre

Head up Alma Vale Road and you'll find this place tucked away in one of Bristol's nicest residential pockets. You're walking into a proper pub—the kind where regulars have their spots, the bartender knows what you drink, and conversation actually happens. Downstairs feels traditional and lived-in, with real ales that rotate, decent spirits, and the sort of honest food that pairs well with a pint. But what sets it apart is upstairs: a proper 80-seat theatre space that hosts comedy, theatre, and live music. It's the kind of venue that feels genuinely part of the community rather than built for Instagram.