Pubs in Coventry

Hickory's Smokehouse

216 Cromwell Lane, Burton Green, Coventry CV4 8AP

After total interior and exterior renovation, it has opened as part of the Hickory’s Smokehouse food chain. It serves a traditional style of cooking that has its roots in the Southern states of the US in a casual dining style. Drinkers are made welcome in the separate bar area. A local ale plus one other is on offer as well as a range of US and European beers and an extensive range of unusual bourbons. There is ample parking and a large partly covered area designated for al fresco drinking and dining. Inside there is a mini cinema to keep the kids happy (and some adults!). Pub does have a dress code “no fancy dress, sportswear, football shirts, tracksuit bottoms or vests”. This was formerly the Peeping Tom public house.

Farmhouse

215 Beechwood Avenue, Earlsdon, Coventry CV5 6HB

Formerly a pub. Now an English and Indian Restaurant. Please note no alcohol at this restaurant.

Rose & Woodbine

40 North Street, Stoke Heath, Coventry CV2 3FW

This community pub was originally a butcher's shop before it was owned by the Northampton Brewing Company. In addition to the usual pub games, it is the local for two pigeon racing clubs. The separate bar and lounge are both pigeon free areas. The lunchtime meals extend from 12:30 to 6:00pm but are only available Tuesday to Saturday. Renowned for its good value steak and egg meals.

Hare & Hounds

Watery Lane, Keresley End, Coventry CV7 8JA

Located on the northern fringes of the city, this pub is popular with country walkers and locals alike. A large comfortable L-shaped bar area includes real fires. Good value bar meals are available with a more diverse range being served in the restaurant: food can be ordered in advance via their website. The garden has outside seating and a children's play area. The pub also features live music most Saturdays and there is a large function room available for hire.

Craven Arms

58 Craven Street, Coventry CV5 8DW

Popular street corner local catering to a mixed crowd. A TV sport oriented establishment with several large screens inside and out. Real ale no longer seems to be offered.

Burnt Post

Kenpas Highway, Coventry CV3 6AW

One of several Ember Inns pubs with an open-plan bar and lounge shared by drinkers and eaters. An extensive food menu accompanies six changing cask beers. Beer tasting trays comprising three third of a pint measures are available for those wishing to sample a range of beers. The pub is home to Coventry Petanque Club.

Aardvark

1-2 The Butts, Coventry CV1 3GR

Large open plan pub served from central bar. Scream pub mainly aimed at student market. Seating includes settees around large tables. Cask marque accredited beers. Many games available including table football and three pool tables. Sky Sports shown on multiple TV's. Paved patio area to rear. Food and drink promotions.

Bear & Staff

Princethorpe Way, Binley, Coventry CV3 2HG

No real ale.

Biggin Hall

214 Binley Road, Coventry CV3 1HG

Built in 1923 this pub has barely changed. In the lounge the fireplace with inglenook, centre table and chairs are all original; the public bar is similar though the smoke room and accommodation have gone. The two guest beers are carefully chosen from Marston's stable to ensure a good range is available with an emphasis on stronger ales. The upstairs function room holds upto 120 people and is available for hire. Live music most Friday evenings. No food on Mondays.

Sovereign

Charter Avenue, Coventry CV4 8DA

Modern public house with friendly atmosphere. Originally three separate rooms now knocked into one U-shaped room with pool table tucked out of the way at one end. There is a small alcove containing children's toys. A quiz is run on Sunday nights. Every other Friday night there is a DJ and karaoke and occasional live music. No food served Monday or evening meals Sunday. 16/08/13 -- No real ale

Adam & Eve

29-31 Eden Street, Coventry CV6 5HH

Auction House

Station Avenue, Coventry CV4 9HS

Formerly the Bell Inn. Refurbished and renamed the Auction House. Large pub split into different areas with centrally located bar. The focus is on food for all the family which is served throughout the day from 12.00 to 9.00pm but still maintains the feel of a locals pub. The Bell Inn building has a history stretching back at least 200 years. The building appears on maps as far back as the early 19th century, though experts believe that parts of the site could in fact be far older, given its location. This historic Coventry pub has recently been added to Coventry's local list of heritage assets.