Weird And Wonderful Bars In Cardiff

Get ready for the weird and the very much wonderful over at Flight Club Cardiff. This cool activity bar boasts vintage fairground-style interiors, not to mention a jazzed-up version of darts alongside pizza paddles, prosecco and cocktails.

This isn't your average bar, oh no. This is NQ64 Cardiff. Not only is the city centre spot a wonderland of neon colours and unique graffiti, but it's also filled with retro console and arcade games alongside a mega menu of themed cocktails to boot.

Boasting some of the wackiest cocktails in the city, Pennyroyal is a must-visit for anyone in Cardiff. The mixologists use only the finest of spirits, muddling, shaking and pouring them, which results in bold, eccentric concoctions that are packed with buckets of flavour.

In the mood for something a little different? Alcotraz: Cell Block Nine-One is an immersive prison experience, where your objective is to sneak alcohol past the warden and to the inmates, who will whip you up a personalised cocktail. 

The Alchemist is doing more than shaking up a few simple mixes. From concoctions that bubble to those that light up, it's fusing innovative techniques with intruiging flavour combos. This is definitely up there as one of the most unique bars in Cardiff.

Weird, wonderful and 100% wild, Coyote Ugly is a unique party palace in the heart of the city that fronts some of the craziest nights out in Wales. Think dancing barmaids, mammoth BBQ plates, karaoke and plenty of shots to keep you going until the early hours.

Inspired by the beer halls of Bavaria, Heidi's Bier Bar is a lively venue found on Mill Lane in the city centre. Expect apres ski vibes with a mix of German, Scandinavian and international tunes playing, thanks to DJ sets seven nights a week.

There'll be beer towers, craft ales and plenty of dancing here, as well as fun events to get involved in. Think cocktail masterclasses, themed bottomless brunches, quiz nights and much more.

Fronting huge graffiti murals at the entrance and a whole host of quirky decor inside, including reclaimed wood and deer heads, The Bootlegger Cardiff is one wonderful spot to head to for a drink. Better yet, this Prohibition-inspired bar also has plenty of live music.

Definitely one of Cardiff's most alternative bars, The Dead Canary is kitted out with 1920s decor with serves ready to wait on you hand-and-foot. Grab yourself a seat in the stunning Grade II-listed building and sip carefully crafted cocktails as the sensual sounds of jazz flow through you.

One the hunt for the quirkiest bars in Cardiff? Over on the high street, Chance and Counters brings you a mammoth selection of board games alongside tasty comfort food to keep you fuelled up. There are also cocktails and craft beers so you can celebrate those big wins, and the little ones too of course.

A bar dedicated to only three styles of wine: vermouth, montilla-moriles and sherry, Vermut is a fantastic spot for a quick drink in the city centre. As for food, this snazzy spot dishes out simply yet delicious tapas, with a focus on meat, cheese and cured fish.

While The Cosy Club might have found a home in one of the most contemporary areas of the city, its insides are seriously retro. Faded portraits line the walls, plus there are lamps that belong in a different century, as well as more taxidermy than a hunter's lodge. One of Cardiff's weirdest bars? Definitely.

For pizzas and cocktails in a trendy setting, The Brass Bettle wonder is the place to be. Decked out in delicious forest greens, botanical motifs and boasting comfy seating, it's the perfect place to while away an afternoon with friends or enjoy a casual date night with the other half.

A chic restaurant with an ample selection of wine, Nook has earned itself quite the reputation as one of the best bars in Cardiff. Alongside a delectable range of seasonal small plates made from only the finest Welsh ingredients, it serves a cleverly curated menu of biodynamic vinos on tap and by the glass.