Best Cocktail Bars in Salisbury 2026
Ranked by Visitors - updated May 2026
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“Best late-night venue in Salisbury. Friday live music nights are always a great atmosphere. The ground floor stage is good and sightlines are decent. Gets very -”
“Best happy hour in Salisbury, hands down. Two cocktails for the price of one until 9pm. The rum punch is incredible and the jerk chicken was perfectly spiced. P-”
“The best craft beer pub in Wiltshire. The range of real ales and cask beers is exceptional and the staff actually know what they are talking about. A genuine fr-”
Cocktail Bars in Salisbury - full guide
- Moloko is currently Salisbury's top-ranked cocktail bars - voted #1 by locals.
Moloko on Fisherton Street is the top cocktail bar in Salisbury — an extensive menu and late licence make it the go-to destination for an evening out. Turtle Bay has excellent Caribbean cocktails with regular happy hour offers.
Salisbury is a cathedral city in Wiltshire with a population of around 40,000. Despite its size, it consistently outperforms expectations for the quality and variety of cocktail bars on offer - particularly along Fisherton Street, the Cathedral Close, and The Maltings shopping centre. The city draws over 5 million visitors a year, many of whom are specifically searching for the best cocktail bars Salisbury has to offer.
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Where can I get cocktails in Salisbury?+
Moloko on Fisherton Street is the best cocktail bar in Salisbury. Turtle Bay has excellent Caribbean cocktails with happy hour deals.
Is Cocktail Bars in Salisbury good?+
Yes — Salisbury has an excellent reputation for its cocktail bars. The city punches above its weight for a place of 47,000 people, with a strong independent culture and high local standards.
Where in Salisbury can I find the best cocktail bars?+
The city centre and Fisherton Street are the main areas for cocktail bars in Salisbury. See our ranked list above for the top-rated options as voted by locals.
Is Cocktail Bars near Salisbury Cathedral?+
Many of the best cocktail bars options in Salisbury are within walking distance of the Cathedral. The Cathedral Close and Fisherton Street area (10 minutes walk) are the best starting points.
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