Bournemouth is home to some of the most vibrant bars and pubs along the South Coast of England. You don’t need to look very far to find an unmistakable buzz about the area, making it ideal for bar crawls and any occasion for a stag party at Bournemouth. However, with so many options, deciding which one to choose is challenging. Don’t worry. With our help, you’ll explore the most popular bar in Bournemouth in the blink of an eye.
Smokin’ Aces
The relaxed cocktail lounge features an edgy “downtown” atmosphere and a very friendly staff of bartenders. There’s no admission cost and no dress code required, and no VIP zone. Anyone is welcome in this relaxed and fun place. They also give every guest a chance to create their cocktail. Just inform the bartenders of your preferred flavors, and they’ll whip your unique drink. Take advantage of these as you listen to live music and DJ sets playing all week.
Chaplin’s & The Cellar Bar
It’s an award-winning pub, alehouse, and restaurant all in one. It’s a well-known favorite in the Bournemouth bar scene and is incredibly loved by locals. Enjoy a flowery selection of real ales and craft beers in their beer garden, or feast on their tasty local menu for pubs. The restaurant also serves as an intimate event space that hosts jazz evenings, open mic nights, and other live entertainment every evening of the week.
Bar So
This chic bar is one of the top places in Bournemouth. The exclusive multi-level bar offers a chic feel and an elegant atmosphere due to the dim lighting and luxurious décor. Visit at the beginning of the evening to enjoy a glass of champagne while relaxing on the warm sun terrace. Later at night, bring your friends to the dance floor and take in the top DJs that perform at this venue.
Aruba
The bar’s casual atmosphere overlooks the beach that has won awards and is an ideal hangout for tourists and Bournemouth residents. Even during winter, you’ll feel like you’re on holiday at this vibrant venue due to the lanterns, palm trees, and glittering disco balls. At night, the lights dim as the floor becomes full of revelers enjoying the DJ’s mix of club classics and pop songs. It’s an authentic tasting of the Mediterranean on the British south coast.
Le Chic
Drink and dance in the bright neon colors at this bar/lounge and nightclub along the vibrant Old Christchurch Road. Inside, you’ll find a chic combination of changing furniture and 3D wallpaper, along with distinct VIP areas all around the club. Drink one of the most awe-inspiring drinks on the menu as the DJ mixes the finest of funk, soul, disco, and house.
The Lost Paradise
The Bali-themed bar offers a glimpse of paradise on Bournemouth’s renowned Exeter road. The bar is a great blend of a late-night cocktail Bar, a BBQ restaurant, and a nightclub. You can kick off your weekend on Island with the club’s well-known Tribal Thursdays or continue to party all weekend long at the club’s Coco Loco Monday nights. Get yourself a pineapple-colored drink and hit the dance floor!
The Firkin Shed
Famous for being the city’s first-ever micropub, This small establishment is a family-run pub with an impressive variety of real ales. All the ales offered are from independent breweries found in Bournemouth or further afield. Therefore, you won’t see any beer bottles in the bar or any lagers. Just fresh ales straight out of the cask! (They also have a wide range of wine and cider, but it’s all about the beer in this location.)
Brewhouse & Kitchen – Bournemouth
The well-loved bar is a popular destination for beer enthusiasts and serves its own freshly brewed craft beers that are brewed on-site, along with top beers available on the tap. The bar even cooks using the beer, serving an extensive menu of pub-style dishes and recipes inspired by beer. With the largest Bournemouth craft beer garden, it’s a great place to enjoy a cold drink.
