The Clarence Social

4.3 ( 259 reviews )
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1 Clarence Parade, Cheltenham GL50 3NY, United Kingdom
+44 1242 245539
The Clarence Social in Cheltenham is a standout bar that has earned rave reviews from delighted patrons. Nestled at 1 Clarence Parade, this welcoming venue strikes the perfect balance of a relaxed atmosphere and vibrant social scene. Customers rave about the attentive and friendly staff, who consistently go above and beyond, ensuring each visit is exceptional. A key highlight of the menu is the high-quality small dishes that are expertly crafted and frequently updated to reflect seasonal ingredients. Patrons like James Birch have praised the perfectly cooked steak, while others, such as Lauren Bajdala-Brown, celebrate the impressive variety of gins, rums, and cocktails available. The expertise in mixology undoubtedly enhances the dining experience, paired with a selection of delectable food. The Clarence Social is equally impressive as an event space. Whether it’s a milestone birthday or a casual get-together, guests appreciate the meticulous attention to detail in service and ambiance. Charlotte Pendrill and Victoria Ward's experiences underscore the venue’s capability to host memorable events, complete with personalized service and delightful cuisine. In summary, The Clarence Social is not just a bar, but a community hub where exceptional service, delicious food, and great vibes come together, making it a must-visit destination in Cheltenham.

Amenities and More

  • Accessibility
    • No wheelchair-accessible car park
    • No wheelchair-accessible entrance
  • Service options
    • Offers kerbside pickup
    • Serves dine-in
    • No delivery
    • No takeaway
  • Highlights
    • Has great beer selection
    • Serves great cocktails
    • Has great wine list
    • Has live music
    • Has live performances
    • Good for watching sport
  • Popular for
    • Good for solo dining
  • Offerings
    • Serves alcohol
    • Serves beer
    • Serves cocktails
    • Has dancing
    • Serves food
    • Serves food at bar
    • Has free water refills
    • Serves happy-hour drinks
    • Serves happy-hour food
    • Serves spirits
    • Serves wine
  • Dining options
    • Has seating
  • Amenities
    • Has gender-neutral toilets
    • Has toilet
    • Has Wi-Fi
    • Free Wi-Fi
  • Atmosphere
    • Casual
    • Cosy
    • Trendy
    • Upmarket
  • Crowd
    • Good for groups
  • Planning
    • Accepts reservations
  • Payments
    • Accepts credit cards
    • Accepts debit cards
    • Accepts NFC mobile payments
    • Credit cards
  • Parking
    • Paid street parking
  • Pets
    • Dogs allowed

Reviews For The Clarence Social

james birch
May 8,2025
Popped into this little gem while in Cheltenham. Had the 10 steak! Cooked perfect. Service was fab, the girls there really make you feel welcomed. Atmosphere was really chilled and a great vibe. Definitely one to recommend, will definitely be back. Thank you
Charlotte Pendrill
May 5,2025
Absolutely love this venue! They hosted my 30th birthday party and I couldn't be happier. The service from their amazing staff was exceptional, so attentive and no request was too much both before and during the party. Highly recommend to anyone who's considering party venues in Cheltenham!
Lauren Bajdala-Brown
Apr 24,2025
Wonderful bar in great location in town. Staff are attentive and keen to give you a great experience, it always feels welcoming and relaxed. It has a great variety of gins, rums, whiskies and the cocktails are always on point. The food is also excellent - high quality small dishes to accompany your drinks and they’re always changing to be in season. Yum! Defo recommend
Dagmar Chovancova
Apr 9,2025
Perfect way to celebrate friends daughter’s 18th birthday! Great atmosphere, attention to detail, great service and food was the best I ever had at any event! And I use to plan events!! Will be back for sure one day soon All the best to everyone at Clarence Social
Victoria Ward
Apr 7,2025
I organised a surprise birthday for my sister at The Clarence Social and it was brilliant! Such a great venue, lovely staff and the food was delicious with loads of choice. When organising the party, the team recommended and helped us book a DJ and let us in early to decorate. Nothing was too much trouble. It's a great place to celebrate, I would thoroughly recommend!
Catherine Grayson
Apr 6,2025
Had a lovely evening here with friends over a couple of bottles of wine, we had tried to meet around Christmas but life events got in the way. The team were so lovely, really friendly and accommodating. We had such a great catch up we didn't realise we were the last ones in and the team patiently waited for us, as tired as they were, bless them. Thank you so much, really appreciated the hospitality. And the wine was excellent too.
Jonathan Derrett
Mar 27,2025
What a little gem of a place. Happy hour sees you get a fantastic hand made cocktail (from a limited menu) for 5 ..... absolutely fantastic value and made exactly as normal from the menu..... not pre mixed rubbish!! Great atmosphere and plenty of seats. ...
Prakash Mistry
Feb 11,2025
We went early so it was quiet and were allowed to sit anywhere, we chose table overlooking the bar downstairs. Very polite staff and were greeted and served by Matt the general manager ( it was his first day and we were the first customers). Matt looked after us very well. The food was lovely and presented in a professional manner. I had the beef which was cooked to perfection. My wife had the lamb which was again cooked nicely. The starters of venison and scallops were great too. Healthy portions so neither of us had room for dessert. The Irish coffees rounded off the lovely evening. Highly recommended. Keep up the good work Matt and see you soon. Regards.

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