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Pubs & Bars

73 active businesses7 niches in this sector

Sixty-two pubs and bars — the oldest trading since 1700, the newest opened 2026. Over half sit in St Peter Port (33), with Castel a distant second (7). The dominant shape is gastropub-hybrid: 30 firms lead with dining-led menus, 32 host functions, 32 serve Sunday lunch. Rouge (2019) rebuilt after a fire three weeks into opening. —

Gastropubs

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Sixteen gastropubs — a quarter of the island's 61 pubs and bars — half of them clustered in St Peter Port and Castel.

Traditional Pubs

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Nine of the island's 61 pubs and bars are drink-led traditionals — a bimodal split: three pub-hotels with rooms, six standalone bars.

Sports Bars

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Thirteen of the island's 61 pubs and bars carry live sport — one operator group runs five of them, anchored by twin venues at Aztech.

Cocktail Bars

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Ten venues — but only two pure cocktail bars: Mojito and Bad Habits. The other eight pair cocktails with kitchens or hotel lobbies.

Live Music Bars

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Ten of Guernsey's 61 pubs and bars where live music is core programming — Fermain Tavern has booked acts since the 1970s.

Wine Bars

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Six wine-led venues, all in St Peter Port — anchored by Rouge's 120-wine vinoteca and J B Parker's self-service cellar.

Craft Beer Bars

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Five bars built around craft beer — a brewery taproom, a CAMRA Pub of the Year, a harbour-front bar, and two country outposts.

Where to start

One firm per niche, picked for editorial depth.

  • Gastropubs
    Duke of Normandie Hotel
    St Peter Port

    Boutique 3-star hotel — gastro pub, beer garden, private parking.

  • Traditional Pubs
    The Georgian House
    Alderney

    Family-run hotel, restaurant, and pub — seafood dining and accommodation

  • Sports Bars
    The Queens Inn
    St Martin

    Traditional inn with rooms, pub dining, live music, and beer garden

  • Cocktail Bars
    The Peninsula Hotel
    Vale

    99 en-suite bedrooms, with the island's only lobby bar, Bar du Nord, and a restaurant

  • Live Music Bars
    Balthazar
    St Peter Port

    Steak and seafood restaurant — Modern British cuisine with local ingredients

  • Wine Bars
    Rouge
    St Peter Port

    Independent specialty retailer — 120+ wines, charcuterie, and cheesemongering with private dining

  • Craft Beer Bars
    Fleur du Jardin
    Castel

    Boutique country hotel & gastro pub: 14 rooms, local food, real ale

Other businesses in this sector12

Tagged in Pubs & Bars but not in one of the specific niches above.

  • Bar Du'Nord
    Nautical-themed bar — Lebanese-influenced classics and bar drinks
  • Coast Restaurant, Bar & Terrace
    Modern British dining with sea views over Rocquaine Bay, live music, quiz nights, and Sunday roasts
  • Grange Lodge Hotel
    Family-run hotel with rooms and apartments; pool, bar, and restaurant.
  • The Crow's Nest
    Casual brasserie serving seafood and British cuisine with harbour views
  • The Driftwood Inn
    Adult-only 4-star gold inn with 15 en-suite rooms; seafood, pizza, and Sunday roast.
  • The Farmhouse Hotel and Restaurant
    Boutique hotel and restaurant — 4-star accommodation, dining, pool, and gardens
  • The Imperial Hotel & Restaurant
    Beachside hotel with sea views; modern British dining and three bars
  • The Lobster & Grill
    Seafood and grill restaurant — local lobster, scallops, fresh fish.
  • The Old Barn
    British pub food, light meals, and Sunday roasts; also offers afternoon tea and off-licence sales
  • The Rock Garden Steakhouse
    Steakhouse & seafood restaurant — first volcanic hot stone dining experience with unlimited fries
  • The Slaughterhouse
    Steakhouse restaurant — British classics and prime cuts with harbour views
  • White D'Or
    Tapas and mezze bar from Liberation Group — small plates with locally sourced ingredients.