Warrington Guardian Best of 2023 - top 12 pubs and bars revealed

Where do you go for a quick drink after work or to meet family and friends at the weekend?

Is there one pub that is better than the rest and deserves to be crowned Best Pub or Bar in Warrington?

In the latest instalment of our Best of 2023 competition, pubs are taking centre stage and it’s time to reveal the shortlist in our search for Warrington’s best pub or bar – which will you vote for?

In our Best of 2023 campaign, we’ve given out 21 awards so far in Warrington for hair, nails and beauty as well as tattoos and independent shops and businesses and many more.

Next up we wanted to find the best bar or pub in the area.

We’ve shortlisted our top 12 pubs and bars that will now battle it out to be named the best in Warrington.

We need your help to choose an overall Best Pub or Bar winner from our shortlist.

There are three ways to vote:

1. Search for the Best Pub or Bar posts on our Warrington Guardian Facebook or Twitter pages and comment under the post with the name of your winner = 1 vote

2. Name your favourite in the comments section on this article via our website = 2 votes

3. Purchase a copy of this week’s Warrington Guardian (September 14 edition) and fill in the entry form = 5 votes

(*NB For newspaper entries, email a screenshot of the completed entry form to heidi.summerfield@newsquest.co.uk – please note that only original copies will be accepted. More than one entry can be submitted per person but you will be asked to provide your own unique reference code for each entry to avoid duplication eg if your name is Smith you may wish to write Smith123 or HS21! as your code. You will need to provide a different code for each different voting coupon submitted. For full terms and conditions go to newsquest.co.uk/terms-conditions)

Voting officially opens today, Thursday, and closes at midnight on Monday, September 18.

We will be announcing the winner next week.

Keep an eye out for our next Best of appeal on our social media pages on Friday.

OUR TOP 12 PUBS AND BARS SHORTLIST:

The Seven Woods

The Seven Woods, Westbrook

Were we swamped with nominations for this popular venue with the staff, food and beer getting the thumbs up.

One customer said: “The proprietors of this wonderful establishment are incredibly kind and generous and make you feel like a member of the family – it’s like a second home.

“The Seven Woods is a place you want to go back to time and again.”

For more details go to facebook.com/SevenWoodsWestbrook

The Maltings

The Maltings, Old Hall, Warrington

One happy regular said: “It's become the Sunday ritual to go for doggy dinner and some amazing food for the humans.

“All the staff are so friendly and attentive – it’s fast becoming a favourite of ours.”

For more details go to facebook.com/maltingswarrington

The King's Head

The King’s Head, Winwick Street, Warrington

The newly renovated beer garden is popular with regulars.

One review on their Facebook page said: “Best pub ever!

“Always full of great friendly people, great bar staff and a great atmosphere.”

For more details go to facebook.com/kingshead123

Hideout

Hideout, Sankey Street, Warrington

One review on their Facebook page said: “Great place to go for drinks.

“There is an amazing atmosphere and a nice mix of ages.

“Highly recommended!”

For more details go to facebook.com/hideoutwarrington

The Ferry Tavern (Image: supplied)

The Ferry Tavern, Station Road, Penketh

This venue won our search for Warrington’s Best Beer Garden – can they add best Best Pub or Best Bar to their awards collection?

One nomination said: “Great atmosphere and fabulous staff in a beautiful setting.”

For more details go to facebook.com/theferrytavern

The Cheshire Cheese

The Cheshire Cheese, Knutsford Road, Warrington

One review on their Facebook page said: “Great pub with lovely people and regulars - one of the few left in Latchford.

“Cool beer garden, quiz, bingo, karaoke and great Thai food.

“There’s always a table and seat found for you and Alex the landlord has turned the pub around.”

For more details go to facebook.com/profile.php?id=100057184040610

The Raven Inn

The Raven Inn, Warrington Road, Glazebury

One nomination said: “After a five-year struggle, the community saved this beautiful pub.

“The food is delicious and the atmosphere is lovely.

“After everything it’s been through, it really deserves this award.”

For more details go to facebook.com/theraveninnatglazebury

The Hop Emporium

Hop Emporium, Time Square, Warrington

Customers say this is “without doubt” the best bar in Warrington.

One said: “There’s a great selection of well-kept beers, fantastic staff and a superb location.

“What more could you ask for?”

For more details go to facebook.com/therealaleshack.co.uk

The Millhouse

The Millhouse, Ballater Drive, Cinnamon Brow

This venue hosts a chatterbox group community group aimed at bringing people together for lively conversation.

It’s proving to be popular with customers.

Can they add this Best of 2023 award to their collection?

For more details go to facebook.com/OfficialMillhouseWarrington

Dead Eyes Cocktail Bar

Dead Eyes Cocktail Bar and Street Food, Bridge Street, Warrington

This town centre venue scooped the Best for Cocktails award earlier this year – can they add Best Bar or Best Pub to their list of accolades?

The menus boast a wide variety of food and drink leaving customers spoilt for choice.

For more details go to facebook.com/deadeyesden

The Albion Pub

The Albion, Battersby Lane

This venue was presented with CAMRA’s Community Pub of the Year last year by its North Cheshire branch.

One reviewer said: “Great place - lovely staff and all welcome.”

For more details go to facebook.com/thealbionwarrington

The Odyssey

The Odyssey, Bold Street, Warrington

The town centre place is a “top bar with top vibes”.

One reviewer said: “Such a nice place - can’t wait to come back!”

For more details go to facebook.com/theodysseywarrington