Catching up over drinks with friends can be the ideal way to wind down after a busy week.

There’s a variety of bars and pubs in Worcester so choosing where to go can be difficult.

We’ve rounded up some of the best-rated bars and pubs in the city according to Google Reviews, let’s take a look.

All venues that are listed here have at least a 4-star rating.

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5 best bars and pubs in Worcester

The Paul Pry

Location: 6 The Butts, Worcester, WR1 3PA

Rating: 4.7

One reviewer wrote: “What a friendly pub, staff were friendly, beer was good. Locals were amazing. Joined in with their singing, you would have thought we had be friends for years. Next time I'm in Worcester I will definitely pop in again.”

The Plough

Location: 23 Fish Street, Worcester, WR1 2HN

Rating: 4.7

One reviewer wrote: “A wonderful atmosphere and lovely owners. Always a great selection of local ales, larger and cider. Just an all round lovely dog friendly place. Full of character all set in a wonderful chactersic building. One of my favourite places to go and chill with a book and meet new people. They also have a huge selection of whiskeys.”

The Wheatsheaf Inn

Location: 192 Henwick Road, St John’s, Worcester, WR2 5PF

Rating: 4.7

One reviewer wrote: “A wonderful, traditional pub on the Severn river with Worcester Cathedral in the background. Lovely atmosphere; nice beer; good food and pleasant clientele. A beautiful outside terrace in the Summer and very friendly owner and staff. This is how a typical English pub should be - I highly recommend it.”

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Tonic Bar

Location: 36 Foregate Street, Worcester, WR1 1EE

Rating: 4.7

One reviewer wrote: “Loved this place! First time but will be coming back again. Lovely atmosphere and staff. Good range of cocktails if you want something a bit different. The bar was open so you could watch the cocktails being made. Loved the touch of having jenga on the table to play with. Overall, great vibe and will be back”

The Oil Basin Brewhouse

Location: 7 Copenhagen Street, Worcester, WR1 2HB

Rating: 4.7

One reviewer wrote: “Excellent little bar, great atmosphere, welcoming staff and an extensive range of drinks. As a real ale and whisky drinker, there was a brilliant choice available This included Copper Beach Ale, made locally a really refreshing and enjoyable drink. Good music playing too.”