About
Live music is at the heart of The Canteen. Since opening in 2009 it has cemented its place in Bristol’s music network. Live bands play six nights a week and entry is free every day, with a small charge on Friday & Saturday nights after 9:30pm.
The line up is an eclectic mix of bands ensuring the program stays fresh and relevant to people of all ages and backgrounds including folk, afrobeat rock and club nights. With a focus on new and original music, World music, jazz and folk.
The bookings reflect the wider rhythm of the week with calmer early week increasing in tempo and volume to the weekend. Sunday bands are a laid-back affair, something to ease the end of your week, and from 7pm, resident house DJs pick up the pace with Sunday Sessions night. Spinning strictly vinyl, these nights offer fellow hospitality folk a chunky discount off selected booze.
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Accessibility
- Accessible to Wheelchair Users
- All Areas Accessible to Disabled Visitors
- Assistance Dogs
- Level access, ramp or lift to a public toilet
- Ramp/Level Access
- Toilets for Disabled Visitors
Catering
- Cater for vegans
- Cater for vegetarians
- Gluten-Free & Coeliac Options Available
- Serve lunch
Children & Infants
- Accept children (Minimum age)
- Breast Feeding Friendly Throughout
- Highchair
Establishment Features
- Dog Friendly
- On-site Restaurant/Cafe
- Pets accepted
Key Features
- Green Bristol
- Groups
- LGBT Bristol
Sustainability
- Fairtrade / Free Trade Products Available
- Food Waste Policy
- Locally Sourced Produce
- Locally-sourced produce
- Organic Produce Served
- Plant-Based Options or Menu
- Plastic-Free
- Water-Saving Policy
Travel & Trade
- Wi-fi available
TripAdvisor
TripAdvisor Traveller Rating:
- Service
- Value
- Food
- Atmosphere
- Excellent121
- Very Good80
- Average23
- Poor9
- Terrible12
Recent Reviews:
- Dreamer558830Trip Type:FamilyDeliciousMonday, 9th October 2023Lunch for 9 at The canteen on Saturday consisted of some absolutely delicious vegetarian food. We ordered lots of side dishes and some mains. There was more than enough for all hungry adults and... Read full review
- Birkins1Niton, United KingdomTrip Type:CouplesA great hangout spotSaturday, 28th October 2023Whilst searching for some vegan food we stumbled upon canteen and after seeing some good reviews on YouTube we thought we’d check it out. A great hang out spot for sure. Staff friendly and food was... Read full review
- Traveler31251896369Lyme Regis, United KingdomTrip Type:FamilyAbsolutely exquisite food!Tuesday, 19th December 2023The food here was absolutely exquisite! Divine local, fresh and well thought out combinations of vegetarian ingredients. The restaurant decor was interesting and quirky. The staff were very helpful... Read full review