Plymouth Arena

You'll find yourself in Plymouth's biggest entertainment venue, where the bar shifts dramatically depending on when you rock up. During the week, it's all about grabbing a decent coffee and light bite before catching a matinee show or comedy gig. The space feels functional but welcoming, with that unmistakable arena atmosphere even when it's quiet. Come Friday and Saturday evenings though, and the whole place comes alive. The bar proper opens up with a solid selection of beers, wines, and spirits – nothing groundbreaking but everything you need for pre-show drinks or a proper night out. The crowd's a proper mix: theatre-goers nursing G&Ts, comedy fans downing pints, and locals who've discovered it's actually a decent spot for weekend drinks without the Barbican tourist madness.