The Best Cardiff Hookup Bars And Clubs

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Cardiff Hookup Spots

Cardiff is one of the most charming cities in the UK! And just as charming are the incredible people you'll meet at all of the fabulous bars and clubs that this fine city has to offer. If you haven't hooked up with a Welsh person yet, we highly recommend it. They know how to have a great time! If you're a local reading this, you know exactly what we mean.

History Of Cardiff Hookup Spots

Cardiff was founded as a small fishing town in the 1700s. It admittedly did not have much of a hookup scene at first, as it was a very small town and tight knit community. However as Cardiff began to grow and become the most popular Welsh city, so did the bars and clubs. Bars and clubs starting becoming regular hookup spots in the 80s and 90s, when the nightclub culture was also booming. Now the city is known to attract creative individuals, so there are a lot of unique bar and nightclub experiences. We love how this city has grown from its humble beginnings to this mecca of cool nightclubs and bars!

Best Times And Days To Go Out In Cardiff

Like many of the other cities with hookup bars and clubs we've profiled, the best times for a bar or club night in Cardiff tend to be on Thursdays, Friday, and Saturday. What can we say, people love cutting loose on the weekends! However, Wednesday is also starting to becoming a popular party day in Cardiff.

Cardiff Hookup Spots: Directory

If you are planning a trip to Cardiff, make sure to check out our ultimate directory of Cardiff bars and clubs. We here at SoNaughty scoured the city for all of the best venues so you don't have to!

Cardiff Hookup Bars

It's no secret that the UK is known for its bars. There are a lot of them! However it may be a secret that some of the best one are in Cardiff! Check out some of the best below.

Tiny Rebel Cardiff

Type

Cocktail Bar

Space

Bar and lounge space

Crowd

Young to Mature Adult

Address

25 Westgate St, Cardiff CF10 1DD, United Kingdom

Website

Tiny Rebel Cardiff

Any Notes

All major cards and cash accepted; no parking on site but street parking available.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION

Don't let the name fool you: there is nothing "tiny" about Tiny Rebel Cardiff. This is a bar that packs a punch! Known as one of the cooler cocktail bars in town, Tiny Rebel is the sort of place where you know you'll meet some really rad people. The people who go here are friendly and down to earth and always willing to strike up a conversation... or perhaps even more! Tiny Rebel is known for it's fun cocktails made with unique ingredients. But don't worry, there is nothing tiny about them at all! In fact, watch out because these drinks pack a punch. Whether you're with friends or on your own, you'll definitely have a fun time at Tiny Rebel.

Porter's Cardiff

Type

Traditional Bar

Space

Bar and lounge space

Crowd

Young to Mature Adult

Address

Harlech Court, Bute Terrace, Cardiff, CF10 2FE, UK

Website

Porter's Cardiff

Any Notes

Cash only but ATM on site; no parking available.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION

Porter's is an older bar in Cardiff, known for its relaxed atmosphere and no-fuss beer menu. For those looking for more of a traditional pub or bar experience, we highly recommend checking out Porter's. You may not find fancy cocktails here but what you will find are super friendly staff, a great selection of well priced beers, and a great mix of locals and tourists alike who are all looking to relax and have fun. What more could you want in a bar, right? Plus, Porter's has one of the best pot pies in the entire city. Most tourists go in just wanting a beer and end up having a pie, or two! Plus, it's a known fact that the fastest way to someone's heart (or in their pants) is through their stomach. And nobody would ever turn down the gift of a Porter's Pot Pie! It's a surefire win for any pickup attempt.

The Dead Canary

Type

Cocktail Bar

Space

Bar and lounge space

Crowd

Young to Mature Adults

Address

Barrack Lane, Cardiff CF10 2GS, UK

Website

The Dead Canary

Any Notes

Fully accessible building; all major cards and cash accepted; no parking on site but street parking nearby.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION

The Dead Canary is one of those trendy bars that isn't very obvious from the outside. It reminds of of the hidden speakeasies of the early 1900s! You could walk by the entrance of this bar and not know what's inside. But once you are inside, you'll be totally blown away. The Dead Canary is an absolutely magnificent bar. The decor is fabulous but even more importantly, the drinks are fabulous too. This bar employs some of the best mixologists in the country and one sip of their signature cocktails will have you a life-long customer. Be sure to hit this bar up on the regular as their drink specials are always changing! Wednesdays are also Hump Day Happy Hours, where all drinks are at a discount from 2pm until 7pm. What a deal!

Brewdog Cardiff

Type

Traditional Bar

Space

Bar space

Crowd

Young Adults

Address

31 Westgate Street, Cardiff, CF10 1EH, UK

Website

Brewdog Cardiff

Any Notes

All major cards and cash accepted; accessible entrance; street parking available nearby.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION

Brewdog is one of our fave bar chains so you will likely see it popping up more than once on our UK lists! That's because this chain bar knows how to show its customers a great time. When you're in a Brewdog it absolutely does not feel like a generic chain. Each location has a bit of its own flavor and the one in Cardiff is super special and fun! Like all Brewdogs, the drinks menu is fantastic and ranges from local beers, international beers, ciders, wines, mixed drinks... Yes, pretty much any drink you could want is on the menu! However, most customers tend to go for a nice cold beer or two.

The Dock Bar & Kitchen

Type

Upscale Bar and Restaurant

Space

Bar and lounge space

Crowd

Young to Mature Adults

Address

Mermaid Quay, Cardiff, CF10 5BZ, UK

Website

The Dock Bar & Kitchen

Any Notes

All major credit cards and cash accepted; accessible entrance; no parking super close by.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION

Tourists absolutely love flocking to The Dock Bar & Kitchen because of its great views overlooking Cardiff Bay. The Dock Bar is situated right on the pier and features big windows on it's multiple floors. Plus, in the warm months the patio is open so you can hang out right on the dock and really experience the best views the city has to offer. Along with the great views, another reason people flock to The Dock Bar is because of the fantastic drinks and food menu. Whether you're looking for a simple beer or a fancy wine, you can get it at The Dock Bar. Plus, this is one of the largest bars in all of Cardiff so you are certain to find yourself a great hookup here!

Cardiff Hookup Clubs

Wanting to take your night out up a notch? How about checking out one of these fabulous Cardiff clubs? We guarantee you'll have a great night out!

Glam Nightclub

Type

Nightclub

Space

Music and dance space

Crowd

Young to Mature Adults

Address

5 Womanby St, Cardiff CF10, UK

Website

Glam Nightclub

Any Notes

Pay cover at the door; no parking available.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION

Wanting to go a bit all out for your club night? Why not give Glam Nightclub in Cardiff a try! This club has been a staple of the nightclub scene in Cardiff for years, with first time guests quickly becoming regulars. Glam Nightclub specializes in a great mix of trance, house, and throwback 80s and 90s music. It's the absolute best kind of music to dance to and the people who frequent Glam are always looking for new dance partners, if you know what we mean! Drink prices are kept low because sometimes you just want a cheap drink and a fun time dancing.

Fuel Rock Club

Type

Music Venue and Nightclub

Space

Music and dance space

Crowd

Young to Mature Adults

Address

2 Greyfriars Rd, Cardiff CF10 3AD, United Kingdom

Website

Fuel Rock Club

Any Notes

Best to buy tickets in advance for specific shows.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION

Fuel Rock Club is one of the best music venues in Cardiff. If you are wanting see a legitimately good music act and not just dance around to whatever music just happens to be playing, then we recommend spending some time at Fuel Rock Club. Not only will you have a fun time and meet a lot of great people, but you'll also get introduced to some of the best up and coming music acts in the country. Fuel Rock Club brings in a wide array of talent so no matter what you're into, you'll find your jam there. Even better: the drinks are pretty good too!

Retro Cardiff

Type

Speciality Bar

Space

Bar and lounge space

Crowd

Young to Mature Adults

Address

7 Mill Lane, Cardiff CF10 1FL, UK

Website

Retro Cardiff

Any Notes

All major cards and cash accepted; fully accessible venue.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION

Are you wanting to dress up for your night out? Maybe travel back in time? Well, until a proper time machine is invented, a trip to Retro Cardiff will have to do! We love Retro Cardiff because it is literally like traveling back to the 1950s. Not only is the decor fun and retro, but the drinks menu is too! We love the retro style milkshakes. Of course, they're done with a fun alcoholic twist... because this is a bar after all! Make sure to check out all of the specialty nights Retro has to offer. And you don't have to dress up to attend but it sure makes it more fun!

Pulse

Type

Gay Bar

Space

Bar, dance, and lounge space

Crowd

Young to Mature Adults

Address

3 Churchill Way, Cardiff, CF10 2HD, UK

Website

Pulse

Any Notes

Cash cover required at the door; all major cards and cash accepted at the bar.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION

Pulse is Cardiff's premiere gay club. Yes, there are other great gay nightclubs that you can check out in the city but Pulse is one of the best. This spacious venue features multiple bars so you are never waiting too long for a drink! There are also multiple rooms and dance floors with a variety of music ranging from house to dance and everything in between so no matter what kind of dance mood you are in, you can get it on at Pulse. There are regular drinks specials throughout the week at Pulse so definitely hit this nightclub up multiple times a week!

The Cardiff Glee

Type

Comedy Bar

Space

Bar and performance space

Crowd

Young Adults

Address

Tacoma Square, Cardiff Bay, Cardiff CF10 5BZ, UK

Website

The Cardiff Glee

Any Notes

Tickets available at the door but it is best to purchase in advance for more popular acts.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION

Often we don't think of comedy clubs when we are thinking of a fun night out or hooking up but we are here to tell you that it is a great option. Comedy Clubs are the perfect place to meet new people. And the best part is: everyone there is in a good mood! It's hard to be grumpy at a comedy club when you are busy laughing at all of the comedians, of course. And The Cardiff Glee brings in some of the best comedians around. The prices vary depending on the night and act but we can assure you that no matter what night of week it is, you can have a great time at this comedy club.

The Live Lounge

Type

Music Venue and Nightclub

Space

Music and dance space

Crowd

Young Adults

Address

No. 9, The Friary, Cardiff, CF10 3FA, UK

Website

The Live Lounge

Any Notes

Tickets available at the door and can also be purchased in advance on the website.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION

For an upscale and special music experience, we highly recommend checking out The Live Lounge. Think of this nightclub as a place where you go to really enjoy music. There's less thriving on a dance floor and more lounging and really appreciating the sounds. And sometimes that's just what we want! The clientele that The Live Lounge attracts is as eclectic as the music acts they bring in. You'll be sure to meet some interesting people at this nightclub!

Cardiff Swingers Clubs

We love the Cardiff bar and club scene, but we love the swinging and sex scene even more! It's a tiny community, but don't let that fool you, it is also a mighty community. The two clubs below are definitely worth joining.

Chameleon's Swingers Clubs

Type

Members Only Club

Space

Private Rooms and Common Areas

Crowd

Young to Mature Adults

Address

24 Church Street, Newport, Gwent NP20 2BY, United Kingdom

Website

Chameleon's Swingers Clubs

Any Notes

Must be a member to attend events; must be over 19 to join.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION

Chameleon's has multiple locations across the UK. Their location in Wales isn't located right in Cardiff, but that's okay. A swingers party at Chameleon's Swingers Club is well worth the drive out of town. This club hosts regular theme nights and is suitable for both newcomers and experienced swingers. You'll definitely have a night to remember here!

Pennant Hall

Type

Members Only Club

Space

Private Rooms And Common Areas

Crowd

Young to Mature Adults

Address

Pennant Hall, Beach Road, Penmaenmawr LL34 6AY, United Kingdom

Website

Pennant Hall

Any Notes

Must be a member to attend events; must be over 19 to become a member.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION

Okay, so Pennant Hall isn't exactly located near Cardiff. In fact, it's on the complete other side of Wales! However, this is one of the best swinger's clubs in the country os it is worth taking the trip north to check out one of their monthly events. The members are very welcoming and the parties are always full of couples and singles looking for a great time. You can't go wrong here!

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