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About The Cornubia
The Cornubia is a small pub on Temple St in Bristol, set in a former Georgian wigmaker's store. Real ales are on tap alongside a range of ciders, including the real cider Harry's Corker. Food stays simple, with filled rolls served from behind the bar and scotch eggs on the counter. Outside, the large beer garden is a courtyard with a water feature and bird feeders, set behind modern office buildings and city centre apartments. Dogs are welcome.
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- ParkingFree parking lot · Paid street parking · Parking
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Reviews
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention real ale selection, beer garden, real cider and pork pies.
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention real ale selection, beer garden, real cider and pork pies.
Customer Review Summary
Real ales and ciders draw most reviewers, who praise a wide choice on tap and a farmhouse cider on a sunny afternoon, with prices described as good for the Bristol location. Close behind is the enclosed beer garden, tucked away behind tall office buildings and modern apartments, with a water feature and bird feeders. Several call the pub itself a proper, traditional one with cosy vibes. Food is simple: pork pies, spicy rings and well filled rolls behind the bar, and one reviewer says not to expect fancy food or cocktails. Inside is small, and one reviewer finds it always busy and hard to get a seat even as a pair. Staff are called friendly and knowledgeable by several, but one reviewer who asked for a lager recommendation describes a rude response and being refused service until another staff member stepped in to serve the group. Another notes the staff are always fine with sampling drinks before committing to a pint.
Customer Review Summary
Real ales and ciders draw most reviewers, who praise a wide choice on tap and a farmhouse cider on a sunny afternoon, with prices described as good for the Bristol location. Close behind is the enclosed beer garden, tucked away behind tall office buildings and modern apartments, with a water feature and bird feeders. Several call the pub itself a proper, traditional one with cosy vibes. Food is simple: pork pies, spicy rings and well filled rolls behind the bar, and one reviewer says not to expect fancy food or cocktails. Inside is small, and one reviewer finds it always busy and hard to get a seat even as a pair. Staff are called friendly and knowledgeable by several, but one reviewer who asked for a lager recommendation describes a rude response and being refused service until another staff member stepped in to serve the group. Another notes the staff are always fine with sampling drinks before committing to a pint.
Featured reviews
- BRL
“Excellent little pub that feels like it is nicely tucked away. The cosy traditional pub vibes were very much appreciated. There is also a lovely outside area. Good selection of beer and Johnny's Spicy Rings (IYKYK). Definitely recommend.”
- Nic Brown
“A great old pub hidden away behind modern buildings. Serves real ale and great decor. Lively on Thursday Friday's and Saturday's”
- Sid Jones
“A proper pub, nothing fancy about it just a cracking real pub. Not loads of room inside but plenty outside in an enclosed area. A good selection of different beers and ciders and priced very well considering it's location in Bristol. Don't expect fancy food or cocktails but a decent pint and a choice of well filled rolls behind the bar if you fancy something to eat.”
- Jane Charlton
“Tucked away amongst the new city centre skyrise apartments, this pub serves a range of excellent beers and friendly atmosphere in the courtyard garden.”
- Catherine Clough
“Have always enjoyed visiting this pub over the years. The outside seating is great. Worth a visit for ale lovers with such a variety on tap”
Hours
- Monday
- Tuesday
- Wednesday
- Thursday
- Friday
- Saturday
- Sunday
- Closed
Highlights
“Real ales and ciders in a small boozer with a large beer garden in former Georgian wigmaker's store.”
- Bar games
- Great beer selection
Amenities
- Free parking lot
- Outdoor seating
- Dogs allowed
- Food at bar
- Cozy
- Onsite services
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- Beer
- Food
- Seating
- Restroom
- Offerings· 3
- Alcohol
- Hard liquor
- Wine
- Highlights· 2
- Bar games
- Great beer selection
- Atmosphere· 1
- Casual
- Crowd· 1
- Groups
- Parking· 2
- Paid street parking
- Parking
Location
Bars near The Cornubia
- Left Handed Giant Brewpub4.61,2760.1 mi£10–20Wheelchair accessibleOutdoor seating
craft beers on draft, wood fired pizzas, pale ales
- King Street Brew House4.27430.2 mi
house-brewed beers, burgers, brew house brat
- Portwall Tavern4.44520.2 mi
lunchtime burger, outdoor seating, real ales
| Place | Rating | Distance | Price | Mentioned in reviews |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| The CornubiaOutdoor seating | 4.51,138 | — | £10–20 | real ale selection, beer garden, real cider |
| Left Handed Giant BrewpubWheelchair accessible · Outdoor seating | 4.61,276 | 0.1 mi | £10–20 | craft beers on draft, wood fired pizzas, pale ales |
| King Street Brew House | 4.2743 | 0.2 mi | — | house-brewed beers, burgers, brew house brat |
| Portwall Tavern | 4.4452 | 0.2 mi | — | lunchtime burger, outdoor seating, real ales |
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