Best Pubs & Restaurants in Gloucester Docks, City & Quays

You’ll find plenty of pub and restaurant options when visiting Gloucester Docks, the Quays, and Gloucester city centre. These include fantastic restaurants, relaxed cafes, and pleasant pubs. One of the best places to dine out is in Gloucester Docks, especially places with a waterfront view on warm days.

Restaurants serve many types of food, including Indian, Greek, Turkish, and Italian. You can also enjoy some good old English food and drink too. Beyond restaurants, there are plenty of great places to grab a drink, including historic pubs and cool bars.

The Best Pubs and Restaurants in Gloucester

Some of the best pubs and restaurants I’ve enjoyed in Gloucester for food and drinks.

Brewhouse & Kitchen on The Waterfront in The Docks

If you like beers with pleasant views, then the waterside Brewhouse & Kitchen is a good option. They have nice tables outside on the canal edge and a lovely indoor area. I often visit here to try something new, as they have fantastic beer options.

Brewhouse & Kitchen is also a great place to dine out in Gloucester Docks. They have a great menu with some delicious options. On one visit, I enjoyed a tagine with couscous. A fantastic, hearty option is their half chickens in a variety of sauces. They serve these with some delicious sides and leave you satisfied. As a bonus, they are pet-friendly, and Henry, my dog, has visited many times. Overall, a great place for food and drink.

Greek on The Docks

Greek on the Docks is one of my favourite restaurants for food and experience in the city. They are on the waterfront of Gloucester Docks and have an outside seating area with splendid views. They also have a lovely inside dining area. Both seating options are great, and the service is always great. As a bonus, their terrace is dog-friendly, and Henry enjoyed visiting.

For drinks, they have some fantastic options for both wine and beer. I usually enjoy an Erdinger or two. Their food menu is good too, and it includes some popular Greek favourites. Their calamari and souvlaki are delicious and always a nice choice.

For a special treat on our last visit, we enjoyed their sharing seafood platter. It included various types of fish and seafood, served with a delicious risotto. Overall, The Greek on the Docks is a fantastic restaurant.

Café René, a great pub and venue

Café René is a pub and restaurant that also hosts gigs or festivals. It’s in the city centre, near the major tourist attractions in Gloucester. The atmosphere at Café René is always nice, and they have a great selection of drinks. My top choice for food at Café René is their rib-eye steak, and for drinks, I recommend black rat or other cask ciders.

Turk’s Head: A Sociable Little Pub in The City Centre

For something different, The Turk’s Head has a vast array of ciders to choose from. This pub has some interesting rules, like no phones, beard limits, and more. I always find this place friendly, and the dog loves their treats. It’s small, but it’s great for chatting when you visit. The decor is pretty unique too, and the beer prices are good.

Gloucester Brewery In The Docks

Gloucester Brewery is in Warehouse 4 near Llanthony Bridge on the docks. Their taproom is a pretty cool place to visit and try some of their brews. They have a beer garden and indoor seating, both great for a pint or two. They also have a shop where you can buy some of their products inside the brewery taproom.

I really enjoy their beers, including their pale ale and Gloucester Gold. However, my favourite is their German-inspired English craft lager. For beer lovers, they offer a brewery tour with a beer tasting on the 2nd and last Thursday of the month. They also have food trucks on weekends. Overall, a pleasant place for a drink when exploring the docks.

Anatolian Palace Turkish Restaurant

Anatolian Palace is a fantastic restaurant near the docks in Gloucester Quays. Anatolian Palace is a Turkish restaurant that serves delicious food. They have a large menu with many options, including lots of meaty dishes. They also have a good drinks menu, which includes Efes beer, a nice beer from Turkey.

On our visit, we shared the cold meze as a starter, served with warm flatbread. This was delicious and a nice way to taste their offerings. For the main course, we opted for the sharing meat platter, which had various grilled meats, including on skewers. Overall, Anatolian Palace is a great option for food.

Portivo Lounge

Another of my favourite bar-restaurants in Gloucester Docks is the Portivo Lounge. It’s a cool place with eclectic, comfortable seating options. Portivo Lounge is dog-friendly, so it’s great for food or drink after a waterfront dog walk.

They serve a range of drinks, including beers, cocktails, and coffees. For food, they have a big menu with options. Their small plates for sharing are my favourite choice when eating out here. Overall, a lovely bar for drinks and food with friends.

Ye Olde Restaurant & Fish Shoppe

In a historical building near the cathedral is Ye Olde Restaurant & Fish Shoppe. Ye Olde Restaurant & Fish Shoppe is a fish-and-chip shop with a restaurant. They prepare the restaurant food the same way they do in the chippy and serve it in their dining area.

The food at Ye Olde Restaurant & Fish Shoppe is delicious and freshly cooked. On our recent visit, we enjoyed fish and chips with curry sauce. They also offer drinks, including soft drinks and beers. Overall, Ye Olde Restaurant & Fish Shoppe is a fantastic place for a meal out in the city centre.

Nepalese Chef

On London Road, between the train station and Kingsholm Rugby Ground, is Nepalese Chef. Nepalese Chef is one of my favourite South Asian restaurants in Gloucester. They have a lovely restaurant for a meal out and also deliver their delights. Their menu features spicy food from Nepal, and everything I’ve tried has been unique and tasty. Overall, a place that I really enjoy visiting.

The Hop Kettle At The Food Dock

Hop Kettle is a recent addition to Gloucester Docks’ food and beer scene. It’s in the new area called the Food Dock and has both indoor and outdoor seating. Hop Kettle specialises in craft beers, with a wide selection. This includes a fantastic pilsner and some IPA options, to name a few.

The Hop Kettle also serves food, including delicious chicken dishes and vegetarian options. I found it friendly, and it’s also pet-friendly.

Robert Raikes’s House A City Centre Pub

One of the city centre’s many historic pubs is Robert Raikes’s House. Robert Raikes’s House is in a timber-framed building and has a historic vibe. It’s a great place for a beer, with a strong selection of non-cliché options.

I enjoyed a pint of Taddy lager on my last visit, which hit the spot. Their bar is a nice place to sit and chill with a beer. Robert Raikes’s House also has a restaurant that serves pub grub.

Cote A Posh French Restaurant

If you like French food, Cote restaurant in Gloucester Quays is an excellent choice. Cote has outside seating and a posh inside dining area. They serve a variety of drinks, including French beers and wines. For food, they have some lovely classics from across France. I’ve enjoyed a few meals at Cote, including a Chateaubriand to share, which was excellent. Another fantastic option is moules frites: mussels cooked in a creamy white wine sauce, served with French fries. Overall, this is one of the top places to dine out.

Lord High Constable

The Lord High Constable is a big Wetherspoons pub in Gloucester Docks and serves value drinks. They have a lovely terrace in the back that overlooks the waterfront. They serve a variety of food and drink. My favourite dish here is their belly-busting full English breakfast. Overall, a nice place for a quick drink or brunch when visiting the area.

Dream Cafe For Full English Breakfast

Dream Cafe is one of the best places for a full English breakfast on Eastgate Street. It’s a traditional-style city cafe and a great spot for early-morning food. They offer various cooked breakfast options, including a big version. Their full English breakfast includes sausage, bacon, black pudding, mushrooms, egg, beans and tomatoes. This comes with toast and coffee.

Coal Kitchen

Another wonderful restaurant in Gloucester Quays is Coal Kitchen. It’s in an old Victorian warehouse and has a nice indoor dining area. Coal Kitchen also has an outside seating area which is perfect on a warm day. They have various menus, including an à la carte and a breakfast menu.

They also have a good drink menu with a range of wine and beer options. Their menu has lots of tasty options, including steak, which is nicely cooked. Other food options include slow-cooked lamb shoulder and chicken with chorizo. Overall, Coak Kitchen is a great place to dine out near Gloucester Docks.

Jane’s Pantry For Fantastic Cakes & Sandwiches

One of my favourite places for a quick lunch or snack is Jane’s Pantry in Kings Square. They have a nice indoor seating area and, during the warmer months, outside tables. Jane’s Pantry is a great place for sandwiches with a choice of bread and fillings.

Their coronation chicken on malted bread is my favourite. It’s tasty and filling. Jane’s Pantry also has a range of cakes to try too. My top pick is the lardy cake, which is ultra sweet. You can also enjoy coffee or soft drinks at Jane’s Pantry, too.

Bill’s

Another place I’ve enjoyed a few meals is Bill’s on Llanthony Road in the Quays. Bill’s is a nationwide chain of restaurants that serves good food and has good drink options. It has an eclectic menu with options for brunch and dinner.

Their big brunch is fantastic, and the rosemary potatoes are a unique touch. Another favourite is Bill’s burger, which is well presented and tastes good. I’ve always found the service good, and it’s easy to get a table.

In Town Thai Cuisine

In Town Thai Cuisine is a nice little place to dine out, serving delicious, freshly cooked Asian cuisine. I’ve enjoyed many lunches at In Town Thai Cuisine, near King’s Square in the city centre. They have lots of Thai options on their menu, including my favourites: pad Thai and Panang curry. Overall, a lovely place with friendly owners.