Café René
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About Café René
Café René is a pub at 31 Southgate St in Gloucester, established in April 2003 and host and sponsor of the annual Gloucester Rhythm and Blues Festival since that first year. Live music from bands and solo acts runs at the pub, with late-night entertainment, and the events calendar also covers poetry nights, zombie walks and barbecues. In the kitchen, the steak and ale pie comes with a choice of three potato sides, and the sandwiches are full-size, including a fish finger sandwich. Vegan, vegetarian and gluten-free options are on offer, and a vegetarian roast is part of the menu. The bar pours gin and Budvar, along with locally brewed ale. Inside, the pub has a distinctive ceiling and music playing.
Good to know
- ReservationsAccepts reservations
- ParkingPaid parking lot · Paid street parking
- AccessibilityWheelchair: entrance, parking lot, restroom, seating
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Reviews
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention steak and ale pie, vegetarian roast, beef bourguignon and lamb curry.
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention steak and ale pie, vegetarian roast, beef bourguignon and lamb curry.
Customer Review Summary
Reviewers most often single out the food, and the steak and ale pie comes up repeatedly, described as packed with steak and good gravy, with a choice of potato sides. The beef bourguignon is praised for tender beef in a rich sauce, and others mention a vegetarian Sunday roast, a lamb curry that was lovely and spicy, a fish finger sandwich and a Cajun chicken wrap. Portions are called huge or generous, and one reviewer says the price is reasonable for the size and quality. Close behind are the friendly staff, with the bar team described as chatty and smiling throughout, and an atmosphere reviewers call warm, cozy and authentic, with good music and regular music events. One reviewer is sad there are no cocktails, though the gin was good, and another says the coffee could be hotter. One reviewer notes the tables fill up quickly, so they plan to reserve next time, and a locally brewed ale alongside the pie is mentioned.
Customer Review Summary
Reviewers most often single out the food, and the steak and ale pie comes up repeatedly, described as packed with steak and good gravy, with a choice of potato sides. The beef bourguignon is praised for tender beef in a rich sauce, and others mention a vegetarian Sunday roast, a lamb curry that was lovely and spicy, a fish finger sandwich and a Cajun chicken wrap. Portions are called huge or generous, and one reviewer says the price is reasonable for the size and quality. Close behind are the friendly staff, with the bar team described as chatty and smiling throughout, and an atmosphere reviewers call warm, cozy and authentic, with good music and regular music events. One reviewer is sad there are no cocktails, though the gin was good, and another says the coffee could be hotter. One reviewer notes the tables fill up quickly, so they plan to reserve next time, and a locally brewed ale alongside the pie is mentioned.
Featured reviews
- Dani Spence
“Had a really good time with family here. Bar staff were great and interacted with us nearly all the time we were there, plan to visit again!”
- Ken Burns
“Very kind service, delicious Steak and Ale pie, with locally brewed Ale”
- Fara G
“Love this pub, such a great vibe and decor. Highly recommend visiting”
- robin potter
“Fantastic find. A hidden gem. Great interior. Excellent and friendly service from Lottie, who was very busy serving at the bar and serving the meals, all the time with a smile on her face. We chose the fish finger sandwich and Cajun chicken wrap. The food was delicious and the portions were very generous. Would highly recommend.”
- Caroline Jaine
“Love this place. Authentically great atmosphere. Good food (with vegan options). Friendly staff. And they host lots of great music events.”
Hours
- Monday
- Tuesday
- Wednesday
- Thursday
- Friday
- Saturday
- Sunday
Highlights
“Visit award-winning Café René for traditional pub drinks, food and live music from bands and individual acts. Based in Gloucester, Gloucestershire, our bar restaurant is a place where you can eat drink and be merry in a relaxed friendly environment. Our food is something we are proud of. On Fridays and Saturdays nights we are open late and provide entertainment from 9 pm. We also hold events from poetry nights and zombie walks, live music, dj’s to BBQ’s and Festivals. Established in April 2003, our aim is to provide a place that you can feel at home in. Proud host and sponsors of the annual Gloucester Rhythm and #BluesFestival since 2003!”
- Bar games
- Great beer selection
- Great wine list
- Live music
- Live performances
- Sports
Amenities
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Accepts reservations
- Outdoor seating
- Dine-in
- Food at bar
- Cozy
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- Onsite services
- Beer
- Dancing
- Food
- Free water refills
- Sports
- Highlights· 6
- Bar games
- Great beer selection
- Great wine list
- Live music
- Live performances
- Trivia night
- Parking· 2
- Paid parking lot
- Paid street parking
- Offerings· 4
- Alcohol
- Cocktails
- Hard liquor
- Wine
- Popular for· 1
- Solo dining
- Facilities· 1
- Restroom
- Atmosphere· 2
- Casual
- Trendy
- Dining options· 2
- Seating
- Table service
- Crowd· 2
- Groups
- Tourists
- Accessibility· 3
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Location
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- Cross Keys Inn4.23140 mi£10–20Wheelchair accessibleOutdoor seating
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- The Drunken Duck4.82460.1 mi£10–20ReservationsOutdoor seating
pac-man arcade machine, free pool upstairs, craft ales and beers
- 0.1 mi£20–30Wheelchair accessibleOutdoor seating
real ales on cask, pop-up restaurant food, views over the quays
| Place | Rating | Distance | Price | Mentioned in reviews |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Café RenéReservations · Wheelchair accessible · Outdoor seating | 4.51,653 | — | £10–20 | steak and ale pie, vegetarian roast, beef bourguignon |
| Cross Keys InnWheelchair accessible · Outdoor seating | 4.2314 | 0 mi | £10–20 | weekend live music, outdoor garden seating, outdoor karaoke music |
| The Drunken DuckReservations · Outdoor seating | 4.8246 | 0.1 mi | £10–20 | pac-man arcade machine, free pool upstairs, craft ales and beers |
| Hop Kettle Gloucester DocksWheelchair accessible · Outdoor seating | 4.7141 | 0.1 mi | £20–30 | real ales on cask, pop-up restaurant food, views over the quays |
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