Left Handed Giant Brewpub
Left Handed Giant's brewpub at Finzels Reach is where the Bristol brewery serves its own beer, with a rotating range of hoppy ales, lagers, stouts and sours. Pizzas come from Pizza Is Lovely, there are no reservations, and it is a few minutes' walk from Castle Park and St Nicholas Market.
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The beer
The taps change often, so expect a mix of hop-forward pale ales, crisp lagers, dark stouts and sours, all from Left Handed Giant. Most of the beers are vegan-friendly and there is always at least one gluten-free option on draught. If something stands out, cans and bottles are on sale to take home. Because the list changes constantly, even regulars tend to find something new on each visit, and it is a good place to compare styles side by side.
Food and atmosphere
Food is kept simple: bar snacks and pizzas made by Pizza Is Lovely, which suit a long session with friends. Because it is walk-in only, it works best for small groups who can be flexible, and for a drink before or after exploring the Old City across the water. It is a relaxed choice for an early evening pint while the city centre is still busy, and pizza makes it easy to turn one drink into dinner without moving on.
Getting there
The brewpub sits in the Finzels Reach development off Hawkins Lane in Redcliffe. Parking nearby is very limited, so walking, cycling or public transport is the way to arrive; Temple Meads and Broadmead are both within an easy walk. Note that the bar is cashless.
Highlights
- Left Handed Giant's own beers on a rotating tap list
- Pizzas by Pizza Is Lovely
- Always at least one gluten-free beer
- Cans and bottles to take away
Good to know
- No reservations of any size; it is walk-in only.
- Cashless payments only.
- Parking is very limited, so walk, cycle or use public transport.
Frequently asked questions
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Sources: lefthandedgiant.com