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Welcome to The Gallery – Ipswich’s Award-Winning Cocktail Bar


Located right on the vibrant Ipswich waterfront, The Gallery is a laid-back, stylish, and proudly independent cocktail bar in Suffolk, known for expertly crafted drinks, a relaxed atmosphere, and friendly service. Whether you're a local or visiting East Anglia, we’re your go-to spot for the best cocktails in Ipswich.

We focus on what we do best – quality drinks and good times. While we no longer serve food, we’ve doubled down on delivering incredible cocktails, premium beers, and top-shelf spirits in a warm, welcoming space. Whether you’re stopping in for a quiet evening drink or kicking off your weekend, The Gallery is the perfect setting.

🏆 Award-Winning Cocktails & Atmosphere

We’re proud to have been voted Best Bar in Suffolk & Cambridgeshire at the Muddy Stilettos Awards 2025 – a huge thank you to everyone who supported us! We were also honoured as National Finalists for Best Bar in the UK, putting The Gallery on the map as one of the country’s top destinations for cocktail lovers.

🍹 Weekly Drinks Offers at The Gallery, Ipswich

  • £4 Pints of Pravha and £4.50 Pints of Atlantic Pale Ale – every Thursday

  • 2 for £14 Cocktails – Thursday to Sunday until 8pm
    (Choose two of the same cocktail from our main menu – ideal for sharing or doubling up on your favourite.)

These offers make us one of the best-value bars in Ipswich for drinks deals – without compromising on quality.


With a menu full of classic and contemporary cocktails, expertly poured pints, and a beautiful marina-side location, The Gallery is the perfect choice for relaxed drinks with friends, a low-key date night, or pre-dinner cocktails in the heart of Ipswich’s waterfront bar scene.

We’re open Thursday to Sunday, proud to be part of the thriving Suffolk nightlife, and always ready to shake up something special for you.

Come and see why The Gallery is one of the best independent cocktail bars in Ipswich – and now officially one of the best in the UK.

Have you got what it takes to beat a chess pro? Between 6pm-8pm Thursday you can play against a chess master. If you win you can claim a £40 Gallery Bar voucher. Entry is free, and if you manage to beat the pro, you’ll win a £40 gi
The Mai Tai. The first person to try this cocktail was said to cry out “Maita’i roa ae!”, meaning “the best – out of this world” in Tahitian. Among the many variations of this drink we believe ours is “Maita
The Desert Flower. The Gallery's signature Daiquiri, created after several evenings of staff "research and development". #ipswich #cocktail #uk #eastengland #tiki #oldjrum
Food is always a good idea, especially on a Friday night! Whether you're unwinding after a long week or catching up with friends, we've got the perfect bites to keep the good vibes going all designed to pair perfectly with your favorite cocktails.
Our Thursday specials are here throughout the seasonal period. You can get your hands on a crisp, refreshing pint of Pravha for only £4 every Thursday. https://www.gallerybar.co.uk/ #thursday #ipswich #pravha @pravhauk #offers
Join us for a thrilling evening of strategy and skill on December 5th. From 6 PM to 8 PM, test your game against a local Suffolk chess pro. Can you claim victory and outplay the pro? Entry is free, and if you manage to beat the pro, you’ll win
The perfect venue to enjoy pre-dinner, post-dinner drinks. Why not book for this festive period.
If you work in hospitality, going out for a meal to celebrate Christmas – in January – is a bit too much busman’s holiday. Instead, why not come along and enjoy a Cocktail Masterclass? The Gallery, Ipswich’s Waterfront cockt
Chevy Thunder, Chevy Chevy Thunder!! A cocktail is born from misheard song lyrics. Come on in and try this Tiki inspired Gallery Original Cocktail. #spectre #ipswich #rum #tiki #cherry #ipswich
Midweek blues? Not here. Whether you're a wine lover, cocktail connoisseur, or just in need of a relaxed night out, we've got you covered. Enjoy our cozy atmosphere, perfect for catching up with friends or winding down after work. #ipswich #suffol
The Dark and Stormy is said to have been created in Bermuda. As the story goes, when British naval officers were drinking ginger beer to combat sea sickness, rum this was added to the mix and so the cocktail was born. The name is said to come from a
Looking for something cold and refreshing? Look no furtherthan a perfectly balanced Pravha only £4 on Thursdays.

Do you have any questions or inquiries? We invite you to fill out the form provided and we will get back to you as soon as possible.