141 St George's Rd, Hotwells, Bristol BS1 5UW

About This Pub

Ah, Bag of Nails – what a little hidden treasure in Hotwells, Bristol! From what I've gathered from the buzz around it, this place really nails the whole pub experience with its unique cat theme; imagine sipping on a superb pint while a fluffy inspector checks out your glass – it's all rather endearing and adds this whimsical charm that you don't find everywhere. The beers and ales are spot on, with reviewers raving about the variety and fair prices, and let's not forget the excellent music from their vinyl collection or the pub quiz on Tuesdays, which sounds like a proper laugh with friends. It's open most days from around lunchtime till late, so it's perfect for popping in after a stroll. On the flip side, though, if cats aren't your thing, you might find it a tad distracting or even a nuisance, as a few have grumbled about that online. Plus, without a website, it's a bit of a faff to get the lowdown beforehand. All in all, it's a solid 4.5-rated spot that's worth checking out if you're up for something a bit different – just go with an open mind and you'll likely have a brilliant time!

Pros and Cons

Pros
  • The resident cats are an absolute delight – they've got 12 friendly felines wandering around, adding a quirky and heartwarming touch that makes every visit feel special.
  • They've got a fantastic selection of beers, ales, and ciders, all fairly priced and top-notch quality, so you're in for a treat no matter what you fancy.
  • The atmosphere is spot on, with excellent music from an impressive vinyl collection, a brilliant pub quiz on Tuesdays, and even board games to keep things lively and fun.
  • The staff are really welcoming and add to the overall charm, making it a great spot for a relaxed catch-up or a night out.
Cons
  • If you're not keen on cats, it might feel a bit overwhelming with them roaming about, as some folks have mentioned in their reviews that it puts them off.
  • There's no website or phone number listed, which makes it tricky to check the latest details or book ahead if you're planning a visit.

Contact Information

141 St George's Rd, Hotwells, Bristol BS1 5UW
Pub
Closed today

Opening Hours

Monday16:00 - 23:00
Tuesday12:00 - 23:00
Wednesday12:00 - 23:00
Thursday12:00 - 23:00
Friday12:00 - 23:00
Saturday12:00 - 23:00
Sunday (Today)12:00 - 23:00

Location

Recent Reviews

This place is like museum of cats itself. Jazz and cats – what can be better? Choice of beers. All we tried so far was very good, gotta check all menu eventually. We loved cat-inspector: he checked what was poured in glass, who got it and if payment went well. Real manager of the place perhaps!
YK
Yuri Karabatov
Stopped before a long journey home Little surprise and a bonus if you like furry friends they’ve got 12 resident cats. All friendly and chilled. Good selection of drinks and humour too! After seeing some of the other reviews, you have to giggle, people moaning about cats if you don’t like them, don’t go near them. Also bear in mind these people likely have extreme odour of themselves. 😂 Cute little find :)
SP
Sonia Pace
Great beers and ales, cats on the bar, excellent music from an impressive vinyl collection. And probably the best pub quiz I've encountered, on Tuesdays. Highly recommended!
NS
Neil Smith
We travelled down from Manchester to visit the ‘cat pub’ and it did not disappoint, in fact we came both nights we were in Bristol. Friendly cats and staff and a great range of beers, ales and board games.
JC
Jude Cosh
Cats and great beer, what could be better than that? Apart from the appeal of the resident pussycats (which is a valid reason in itself to visit anyway), this is a fantastic pub with a great selection of quality beers and ciders and they are very fairly priced. This is a very friendly pub with enthusiastic and friendly staff and an atmosphere that you can't buy. My girlfriend and I visited on a Tuesday and there was a pub quiz taking place. We were invited to take part. Thoroughly enjoyed the quiz and all the fun that went with it. Lovely pub with lovely cats and even friendlier staff. Will 100% be making a return visit and will recommend to everyone 👍
DV
DJ Violator

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