Coal Kitchen Restaurant & Cocktail Bar Gloucester Quays
A historic waterside restaurant with industrial-chic vibes, known for its vibrant bottomless brunch and delicious Sunday roasts.
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Coal Kitchen Restaurant & Cocktail Bar Gloucester Quays
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A historic waterside restaurant with industrial-chic vibes, known for its vibrant bottomless brunch and delicious Sunday roasts.
"Experience exceptional service and delicious food in a unique, atmospheric setting by the water."
Visit during quieter times
For a relaxed experience, consider visiting on weekdays or early evenings to avoid the hustle and bustle.
Try the set menu
The 3-course set menu offers excellent quality food at reasonable prices and is easy to order.
Quick Facts
Cuisine
British
Price
Mid-range
Phone
+44 1452 523760
Address
Merchants Rd, Gloucester, GL2 5RG, United Kingdom
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Bottomless Brunch Bonanza
Enjoy 90 minutes of unlimited drinks with your meal, a fantastic value with great choices and well-made cocktails.
Historic Waterside Ambiance
Dine in a cozy atmosphere within an industrial setting by the waterside, housed in the historic Pillar & Lucy Warehouse.
Sumptuous Sunday Roast
Indulge in a first-class Sunday roast with generous portions, beautifully presented with all the classic accompaniments.
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Visit during quieter times
For a relaxed experience, consider visiting on weekdays or early evenings to avoid the hustle and bustle.
Try the set menu
The 3-course set menu offers excellent quality food at reasonable prices and is easy to order.
Don't miss the cocktails
Enjoy their high-quality drink selection; the cocktails are superb, properly made, and generously poured.
Book with Holly or Laney
Request Holly (assistant manager) or Laney (waitress) for an exceptional, premium experience.
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Visit during quieter times
For a relaxed experience, consider visiting on weekdays or early evenings to avoid the hustle and bustle.
Try the set menu
The 3-course set menu offers excellent quality food at reasonable prices and is easy to order.
Don't miss the cocktails
Enjoy their high-quality drink selection; the cocktails are superb, properly made, and generously poured.
Book with Holly or Laney
Request Holly (assistant manager) or Laney (waitress) for an exceptional, premium experience.
What Travellers Say
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Diners rave about Coal Kitchen for its excellent bottomless brunch and Sunday roast, praising the high quality of food and drinks. The service is consistently highlighted as exceptional, with specific staff members frequently mentioned for their attentiveness and friendliness. The unique industrial-chic ambiance by the waterside also adds to the overall positive dining experience, though some reviews note the price of the bottomless brunch.
"Great fun for a Bottomless Brunch with colleagues. It was very busy when we went (Saturday 2pm) and the place was practically full. The bottomless brunch is a bit pricey (expect minimum £40 per person) but has a great choice compared to other restaurants and the drinks are well made and tasty. You have enough time to try most of the mocktails/cocktails on the menu. Couldn’t fault the service. They made an error with one item but it was quickly rectified and everyone was happy with their food 😋"
Nabsicle 1989
"Had a really nice relaxed experience here, it was my birthday and the staff were very accommodating and friendly. Natasha served us and she had very good customer service and was just a generally really nice pleasant person. Thank you Natasha."
Jade Purcell
"Great option for lunch and getogether whenever you visit Gloucester quays. Today visited this restaurant and staff immediately provided a seat and explained about main and set menu. 3 course set menu is easy to order. Food served with no waiting. Recommend this place for families and friends getogether."
Anil Thomas
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It's known for its historic industrial-chic ambiance by the waterside, lively bottomless brunch, and highly-praised Sunday roasts.
Many diners find it to be incredible value, offering 90 minutes of unlimited, well-made drinks and two dishes.
Yes, the Sunday roast is described as first-class with generous portions and excellent presentation.
The restaurant is very accommodating for events, with staff going above and beyond to ensure a perfect experience.
Yes, the restaurant has a covered terrace area perfect for enjoying the outdoors, especially on sunny days.
The restaurant is accommodating of allergies, with staff ensuring all dietary needs are met.
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Nestled in the historic Pillar & Lucy Warehouse by the waterside, Coal Kitchen Restaurant in Gloucester Quays emerges as a captivating dining destination. Its unique setting combines atmospheric waterside views with a cozy cocktail bar, making it a standout option directly opposite the multiscreen cinema and next to the factory outlet center. Under the management of Josh and his dedicated team, guests are invited to indulge in an array of culinary delights, including a special Spanish Food Festival in Exeter.
Best places for Sunday lunch in Gloucestershire and the Cotswolds 2024
A Sunday roast with all the classics awaits at Coal Kitchen at Gloucester Quays, with plenty of cocktails and tipples to wash it all down with, too. Tuck into main course options from dry-aged beef striploin to a Gloucester pork belly, with all the usual trimmings as well as cauliflower cheese and maple glazed parsnips, before sampling the dessert menu with highlights including passionfruit eton mess, homemade chocolate brownie and churros.
Bottomless Brunch Gloucester: 6 Best Brunches You Need to Try [2024]
Coal Kitchen serves up a bottomless brunch in Gloucester with unlimited drinks and mouthwatering food – basically the dream combo, no?. For only £28 per person, you’ll get 90 minutes of bottomless fun which is pretty reasonable considering what you get. You get not one but two dishes for that price, which means you can try a couple of dishes.
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In the old Pillar & Lucy Warehouse at the docks, Coal Bar & Grill is a marvellous place to go out to eat. The interior is very nice to look at, with exposed brickwork, timber beams, and low ceilings. They also have outside seating for sunny days.
Best Pubs & Restaurants in Gloucester Docks, City & Quays
Another wonderful restaurant in Gloucester Quays is Coal Kitchen. They are in an old Victorian warehouse and have a nice indoor dining area. Coal Kitchen also has an outside seating area which is perfect on a warm day.
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