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The Milk Thistle

Quay Head House, Colston Avenue, Bristol, BS1 1EB

Tel: +44 (0)117 929 4429

The Milk Thistle Bristol interior

About

A venue for the discerning drinker. The Milk Thistle is the big brother of Bristol’s hippest prohibition bar, Hyde & Co. Housed over four floors in one of the finest historic buildings in the city, The Milk Thistle incorporates a cocktail bar, lounge & private function rooms. Bookings are encouraged for groups over 8 persons.

Opening Times

Open (1 Jan 2020 - 31 Dec 2020)
Day	Times
Monday	17:00	01:00*
Tuesday	17:00	01:00*
Wednesday	17:00	01:00*
Thursday	17:00	01:00*
Friday	17:00	03:00*
Saturday	18:00	03:00*
Sunday	Closed*

Dates and times marked with a '*' are provisional and may be subject to change

TripAdvisor

TripAdvisor Traveller Rating:

4.5 of 5 stars

Service
Value
Food
Atmosphere

Excellent
118
Very Good
49
Average
21
Poor
10
Terrible
8

Recent Reviews:

The_Travel_Bunch
Bristol, United Kingdom
Great vibe
Sunday, 1st September 2019
Love the atmosphere and exclusive feel of the place. Dark and atmospheric. Only thing is that I didn't enjoy many of the drinks - probably me. They were strong, but I'd like to enjoy the taste. I'll... Read full review
bristolfoodie88
Bristol, United Kingdom
Trip Type:
Friends getaway
Best cocktail bar in Bristol
Saturday, 30th November 2019
Amazing, cosy place with best cocktails in the city. They have a great selection of gins as well. Will be back soon :) Read full review
JustGracie
Leicester, United Kingdom
Trip Type:
Friends getaway
Fantastic atmosphere and tantalising drinks
Monday, 20th January 2020
We visited Bristol for the first time and made a point of visiting this bar after reading the reviews. It's hidden in plane side and once the door has been opened you enter in to another era... Read full review

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