The Lanes

Went to play some pool in mid- Dec. It's endearingly scruffy with a lively but unpretentious atmosphere. There was a nice mix of people in there and a good selection of beers. Some massive, fresh pizzas were brought out to a big group near us which smelt great. The staff were lovely - friendly and h read moreWent to play some pool in mid- Dec. It's endearingly scruffy with a lively but unpretentious atmosphere. There was a nice mix of people in there and a good selection of beers. Some massive, fresh pizzas were brought out to a big group near us which smelt great. The staff were lovely - friendly and helpful. Just a shame the white ball on our pool table had been nicked and they didn't have a spare. The lads playing pool next to us said their bowling lane had broken. I'd go back provided I'm in the mood to go with the flow!

Absolute dive. Worst venue I've been to in Bristol, bar is a shambles (didn't sell brandy, then did, then ultimately didn't), toilets are a filthy, aged, hideous pit, stage has the main entrance between it and the crowd so that all the ten pin bowlers can get in and out right in front of the perform read moreAbsolute dive. Worst venue I've been to in Bristol, bar is a shambles (didn't sell brandy, then did, then ultimately didn't), toilets are a filthy, aged, hideous pit, stage has the main entrance between it and the crowd so that all the ten pin bowlers can get in and out right in front of the performers. Two stars simply cos the outside bit was half decent and it was easy to get to.