Porter's Cardiff

4.5 ( 620 reviews )
Checking... 4:00 PM - 12:30 AM See Hours
£10–20
9 Porter's, Barrack Ln, St Davids Centre, Cardiff CF10 2GS, United Kingdom
Porter's Cardiff is a vibrant bar located in the heart of Cardiff, at Barrack Lane in St Davids Centre. This trendy spot has quickly become a favorite among locals and visitors alike. Customers rave about its friendly atmosphere and welcoming staff, making it feel like a home away from home. Reviews highlight the unique experience of sampling new drinks, particularly with the barmaids encouraging tastings of their diverse gin selection. The ambiance is a delightful blend of retro modern aesthetics, with cozy corners ideal for intimate conversations and spacious outdoor areas for socializing. Patrons appreciate the venue's bustling vibe, often amplified by live music performances that get people dancing. The events hosted here attract both emerging local talent and renowned international artists, adding to the bar's rich cultural tapestry. Moreover, Porter's Cardiff is noted for its cleanliness and comfort, offering a great space for gatherings, events, or simply unwinding after a long day. With good prices and student deals, it caters to a wide demographic looking for a memorable night out. In essence, Porter's Cardiff is not just a bar; it’s a community hub filled with warmth, laughter, and unforgettable experiences.

Amenities and More

  • Accessibility
    • Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
    • Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
    • No wheelchair-accessible car park
  • Service options
    • Has outdoor seating
    • Serves dine-in
    • No delivery
    • No takeaway
  • Highlights
    • Has bar games
    • Has great beer selection
    • Has great wine list
    • Has karaoke
    • Has live music
    • Has live performances
    • Has quiz night
    • Good for watching sport
  • Offerings
    • Serves alcohol
    • Has arcade games
    • Serves beer
    • Serves cocktails
    • Has dancing
    • Serves food
    • Has free water refills
    • Serves spirits
    • Serves wine
  • Dining options
    • Has seating
  • Amenities
    • Has gender-neutral toilets
    • Has toilet
  • Atmosphere
    • Casual
    • Cosy
    • Trendy
  • Crowd
    • Good for groups
    • LGBTQ+ friendly
    • Popular with tourists
    • Transgender safe space
  • Planning
    • Doesn't accept reservations
  • Payments
    • Accepts credit cards
    • Accepts debit cards
    • Accepts NFC mobile payments
    • Credit cards

Reviews For Porter's Cardiff

P Percival
May 29,2025
Beautiful find . The bar maid open up the choc bloc gin and encouraged testers. It was nice to try new drinks. The bar staff so friendly its like walking into a friendly local . The band got everyone dancing . Everyone danced loved it .
Sian Erasmus
May 24,2025
The foxy Roxie's held a magnificent event which was packed with even the 3 mothers of the performers in attendance. We all fitted in, had a fab time. Comfortable, clean and tidy. Buzzing. Such a good vibe. Right size. Bar. looked good. First impressions, absolutely impressed. no drunks.
Tatiana Pirvu
May 22,2025
Cosy place and retro modern feeling! Good service and "delicious" drinks! Quite large place if you counting the outside places! Considering the blend between a bar and theatre it perfect for the lovers of laughter and spicy conversations and interesting smart people! Interesting corners for a quieter conversation! Place outside for smokers! I liked it very much and recommend the experience! We’re back at the end of September 2018!
Francis George
May 17,2025
Easily one of the best venues in Cardiff. Great atmosphere, staff are great. Had many great nights both visiting and performing here. Lots of big and small events and festivals all the time. Most of South Wales best up and coming artists cut their teeth here, and many international artists perform as part of tours.
Miraj R-B
Apr 22,2025
With good service, good prices, and good student deals, I was very happy with my experience at Porters. I was at an event supporting refugees and it was lovely.
Margarida Maximo
Apr 18,2025
Super cool place! From the old videogames to the knowledgeable bartenders, pls support Porters 3
J H V
Apr 8,2025
A really great find when looking for some live entertainment and a drink with a friendly and interesting atmosphere. Right next to the Citrus Hotel - well worth a visit !!
Mark Evans
Mar 6,2025
My wife did a stand up gig there, staff and atmosphere were fantastic, would highly recommend, great selection of craft beers and a really lovely buch of staff

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