About This Pub
You know, when I popped into The Bristol Pear, I have to say it left me with a real smile – it's one of those pubs that just gets the balance right for a good time out. The food and cocktails are genuinely delightful, with plenty of options that cater to different tastes, and the staff are absolute gems, always on hand to keep things flowing smoothly, whether you're there for a casual drink or a bigger do like a bottomless brunch. It's got that community feel, especially with events like live sport and a cosy beer garden, making it ideal if you're near the university area. On the flip side, though, it can feel a tad empty during quieter hours, which might not suit if you're after a lively buzz straight away, and there've been mentions of little niggles like heating problems that could put a dampener on things in winter. Overall, it's a solid choice for us pub enthusiasts – worth a visit for the highs, just keep those potential lows in mind to set your expectations right.
Pros and Cons
Pros
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The food and drinks are absolutely spot on, with a fantastic selection of cocktails and unique beers that really hit the spot.
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The service is top-notch; the staff are friendly, attentive, and go out of their way to make sure everything runs smoothly, especially for events.
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It's a brilliant venue for gatherings like bottomless brunches or private parties, with a great atmosphere when it's buzzing.
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The location is spot on, right near the university and Selly Oak station, making it super convenient for a quick pint or a night out.
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They've got loads going on, like live sport screenings and a beer garden, which adds to the fun and makes it feel lively.
Cons
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The atmosphere can be a bit quiet at off-peak times, like early in the day, so it might not always feel as vibrant as you'd hope.
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There have been occasional hiccups, such as heating issues in certain areas, which could make things uncomfortable on chillier days.
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It's a shame they've stopped offering all-day breakfast, as that might disappoint if you're after something hearty at odd hours.
Contact Information
676 Bristol Rd, Selly Oak, Birmingham B29 6BJ
+441214149980
Pub
Opens at 11:00
Opening Hours
| Monday | 11:00 - 00:00 |
| Tuesday (Today) | 11:00 - 00:00 |
| Wednesday | 11:00 - 00:00 |
| Thursday | 11:00 - 00:00 |
| Friday | 11:00 - 01:00 |
| Saturday | 11:00 - 01:00 |
| Sunday | 11:00 - 00:00 |
Recent Reviews
A party of 9 of us had a fantastic bottomless brunch here yesterday. The choice of food & drinks was great. We were all happy with our meals & drinks especially the cocktails. The service was brilliant, the staff made sure they kept the drinks coming especially Katie who had also assisted with our booking as we needed a table with wheelchair access. It’s definitely the best bottomless brunch we’ve had & such fantastic value at £32 each, we can’t wait to go again 😊
Hired the upstairs venue for a personal event and Bristol Pear were fantastic! The venue was great (even though the heating wasn’t working they managed to get the room warmed up by portable heaters). The bar staff were great on the night. Workers were very helpful to us prior to the event to get us all set up.
The drinks packages bought were customised to exactly what we wanted as well! Everyone had a fantastic night and thank you again for making our event absolutely perfect.
Took my son for the bottomless brunch for his birthday… the food was delicious 😋 ..cocktails were perfect 👌🏼 ..service was amazing 🌟 ..atmosphere was only rated at 3 stars as it was empty, but that was probably due to us going at 12pm… Started to pick up just as we had to leave.. would definitely recommend 🥰
A great atmosphere with a friendly staff. The food is really delicious, and the price is worth it. The location, close to the University and Selly Oak station, makes it a perfect place to enjoy the night in the area.
quite good bar, not too busy. The food are really good! It’s a little pity that the bar no longer provide all day breakfast. The beer are unique with some fresh fruit smell. And the bar staff can even recommend beer for you. Nice experience
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