Popular bar Water Lane Boathouse has been named one of the best bars to Europe.
Trying to get a seat in the beer garden bar on a busy weekend or sunny day isn't an easy task; it has built up such a good reputation over the years. The hotspot is based at Canal Wharf and has stunning views of River Aire and canal boats going by.
The venue, open every day, serves cocktails, draft beer, small bites, and has games for customers to play while they drink. Water Lane Boathouse has been named the 12th best place in the entirety of Europe to visit for a drink and "delicious grub", according to Big 7 Travel's best list of rooftop bars. Also on the Big 7 list, coming in as one of the top 50 best bars in Europe, is Green Room in Wellington Place.
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Speaking about why Water Lane Boathouse is on the list, a spokesperson for Big 7 said: "This much-loved bar boasts a prime location on the banks of the River Aire, overlooking Granary Wharf.
"Housed in an early 19th-century shipment warehouse, the bar sprawls across two floors, but its large and sun-filled beer garden is the star attraction. There’s a good range of beers, wines, cocktails, and spirits (including a G&T menu) on offer, as well as delicious grub the shape of sandwiches, loaded burgers and sourdough pizzas. The bar is the brainchild of the same people behind Belgrave Music Hall and Headrow House, so you can guarantee it will be a lively night out."
The Trip Advisor reviews speak for themselves. One reviewer said: "This was my first trip to the boathouse and I will definitely be returning. The staff were so helpful and friendly and the selection of beers was amazing! Staff even recommended a local brewery option and it did not disappoint! Food was also lovely with a large menu. Would definitely recommend."
"This was my first trip to the boathouse and I will definitely be returning," another said. They added: "The staff were so helpful and friendly and the selection of beers was amazing! Staff even recommended a local brewery option and it did not disappoint. Food was also lovely with a large menu! Would definitely recommend."
"Water Lane Boathouse we were totally impressed," another added.
What is on the menu at Waterlane Boathouse?
There are a range of bar snack and sides on the menu to start including olives, spicy chorizo, crispy chicken tenders, oyster mushroom calamari, a summer salad, garlic bread, truffle fries, and rosemary fries. For lunch there are salads on offer from tuna caesar, super and a summer salad.
Main dishes includes a range of meat and vegetarian burgers, pizzas, and sandwiches. Cocktails include Oasis Sangria, Gardener's Tonic, Rhubarb Kiss, Mexican Colada, Negroni, and more. There are also different flavoured gin 'goblets' on offer.
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