About This Pub
Ah, The Blue Bear – it's one of those pubs that just feels like a proper local spot, you know? From what I've gathered, it's got this infectious energy with karaoke nights and live bands that pull in a fun crowd, making it a brilliant place to pop in for a singalong or a catch-up with mates. The staff are spot on, always on hand with a smile and keeping things running smoothly, and that beer garden is a hidden gem with some eye-catching street art for when you fancy a bit of fresh air. Plus, they've clearly thought about keeping things safe, which is reassuring these days. On the flip side, it's a shame the grub is limited to just beer and crisps, so if you're peckish for more than that, you might end up heading out. And the events do tend to finish up a bit early, which means it can go quiet when you'd rather keep the party going. All in all, it's a decent choice for a relaxed evening or a music fix, but it's worth keeping those points in mind if you're planning a bigger night out – honest feedback from one pub enthusiast to another!
Pros and Cons
Pros
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The atmosphere is absolutely buzzing, especially with the karaoke and live bands that really get the crowd going.
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The staff are lovely and attentive, always making sure you're looked after without any fuss.
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There's a charming beer garden with some cracking street art, perfect for a relaxed pint when you need a break from the indoors.
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They've got solid safety measures in place, which helps everyone feel at ease and enjoy their time without worries.
Cons
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Food choices are a bit sparse – it's mostly just beer and crisps, so if you're after a proper meal, you might need to look elsewhere.
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The entertainment tends to wrap up early, leaving things a tad quiet afterwards, which could disappoint if you're hoping for a late-night vibe.
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There might be limits on how much you can drink, which is fair enough for safety, but it could put a damper on things if you're in the mood for a big session.
Contact Information
15 Abbey St, Nuneaton CV11 5BT
Pub
Open Now
Opening Hours
Monday (Today) | 09:00 - 21:00 |
Tuesday | 09:00 - 21:00 |
Wednesday | 09:00 - 21:00 |
Thursday | 09:00 - 21:00 |
Friday | 09:00 - 21:00 |
Saturday | 09:00 - 22:00 |
Sunday | 09:00 - 22:00 |
Recent Reviews
Pros: Great karaoke night organised by Bryan Smith. Had a good sing to 'she's a lady' and it went down well. Great atmosphere, was really enjoying it.
Cons: I can't drink volume, 6 pints of beer and I'm ill, so I have to drink halves a lager and a whisky. Near the end of the night they stopped me buying drinks, I think they thought I may get violent or cause trouble because of the whisky which I never do or have or did. When I asked why she wouldn't serve me the barmaid couldn't give me a reason. That upset me as I hadn't caused a problem all night. I don't like being accused of something I haven't done. I'm a teacher, DBS checked, never committed a crime or caused a disturbance.
Brilliant bands only down fall is they are on about 4-5 and finish about 7ish then it goes quite in their. It's just a pub beer and crisps only
Great pub,lovely staff and they have all the COVID measures in place making you feel really safe
There was karaoke on when I visited which is not my thing so I took my beer outside to the beer garden which was nice and relaxed with some great street art too
Fantastic pub! We ended up popping in on the way to a viking themed night with a bunch of friends.
The live music is great, and starts early enough to grab some predrinks before heading out for a night in the town.
The bar staff were attentive, especially considering how busy the place got!
Prices of the drinks were good too.
An otherwise pleasant evening was briefly marred by a disruptive, inebriated vegan. Despite her substantial age, she exhibited a surprising lack of maturity and decorum. However, the door staff acted swiftly and professionally, escorting her out.
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