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About Bridge Tavern
Bridge Tavern is a pub at 7 Bowling Old Ln in Bradford, run as a traditional pub whose old décor has stayed the same for years. Live rock bands play here, which gives the room a music programme alongside its everyday drinking. Saltaire Blonde is served on hand pulls. A pool table and a jukebox are both coin-operated, so games and music are part of a visit. Dogs are welcome, which suits anyone stopping in with a pet.
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Reviews
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention live rock bands, Saturday night live music, Saltaire Blonde hand pull and pool table.
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention live rock bands, Saturday night live music, Saltaire Blonde hand pull and pool table.
Customer Review Summary
Live rock bands on Saturday nights are what most reviewers return for, with several calling the music great to watch and the weekend line-up a reason the pub feels rocking. Close behind is the welcome from the long-standing landlords, along with friendly bar staff and a traditional, old-fashioned feel. Reviewers mention Saltaire Blonde on hand pulls, plenty of spirits, and drinks they describe as good value. One notes the decor has been the same for years but has character. Another played pool, which takes 50p coins only, and put a pound in the jukebox for five songs. The criticism is thinner but specific. One reviewer who otherwise liked the pub took off a star because the men's toilets smelled stale, and another gave a single star, calling the food nasty, the service really bad and the vibe horrible. Most of the praise centres on the weekend bands and the drinks, with the Saturday night rock sets mentioned again and again.
Customer Review Summary
Live rock bands on Saturday nights are what most reviewers return for, with several calling the music great to watch and the weekend line-up a reason the pub feels rocking. Close behind is the welcome from the long-standing landlords, along with friendly bar staff and a traditional, old-fashioned feel. Reviewers mention Saltaire Blonde on hand pulls, plenty of spirits, and drinks they describe as good value. One notes the decor has been the same for years but has character. Another played pool, which takes 50p coins only, and put a pound in the jukebox for five songs. The criticism is thinner but specific. One reviewer who otherwise liked the pub took off a star because the men's toilets smelled stale, and another gave a single star, calling the food nasty, the service really bad and the vibe horrible. Most of the praise centres on the weekend bands and the drinks, with the Saturday night rock sets mentioned again and again.
Featured reviews
- Natalie Bamforth
“Fantastic Saturday night's live Music and nice and friendly atmosphere xx”
- Bugsy Gedlek
“Great traditional pub with a unique décor. Very friendly atmosphere with a welcoming landlord Fred and partner Samantha, Fred has been the landlord at the Bridge Tavern for 37 years and is the longest serving landlord in Bradford. A great live music venue”
- Leanne Kelly
“Horrible vibe the food was so so so so nasty even nastier than the golden fleeces decor . The service was really really bad i knowcill never be coming back here again if I could I'd give it 0 stars 😲”
- Reverentwolf M
“I have known this place a very long time now, and I have nothing but positive things to say about it. All the bar staff are amazing and friendly, the prices are good as well. This place is a traditional pub they have live bands on as well”
- Sam Liversidge
“Nice old fashioned pub tucked away, with a lot of charm. Knocked down a star though because the mens toilets absolutely stank - and considering i went straight in before ordering my pint, it put me off a bit. it wasnt a new smell either it was quite stale like they just hadnt been cleaned for a while. Give your toilets some love because other than that its a gem of a pub!”
Hours
- Monday
- Tuesday
- Wednesday
- Thursday
- Friday
- Saturday
- Sunday
Highlights
- Live music
- Live performances
Amenities
- Dogs allowed
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Live music
- Restroom
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- Highlights· 1
- Live performances
Location
Bars near Bridge Tavern
- The Turls Green3.93,3960.7 mi
full English breakfast, guest beers from Saltaire Brewery, app ordering for food and drink
- Ginger Goose3.99840.7 mi
tim taylor's real ale, bingo with dj, live music and karaoke
- City Vaults4.42,1970.8 mi£10–20ReservationsWheelchair accessibleOutdoor seating
art glass ceiling, lasagne, cheeseburger with bacon
| Place | Rating | Distance | Price | Mentioned in reviews |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bridge Tavern | 4.6129 | — | £1–10 | live rock bands, Saturday night live music, Saltaire Blonde hand pull |
| The Turls Green | 3.93,396 | 0.7 mi | — | full English breakfast, guest beers from Saltaire Brewery, app ordering for food and drink |
| Ginger Goose | 3.9984 | 0.7 mi | — | tim taylor's real ale, bingo with dj, live music and karaoke |
| City VaultsReservations · Wheelchair accessible · Outdoor seating | 4.42,197 | 0.8 mi | £10–20 | art glass ceiling, lasagne, cheeseburger with bacon |
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