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Bar Des Arts

Bar Des Arts

Millbrook
Guildford
GU1 3YA

T: 01483 453 227

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Opposite one of the area'€™s leading theatres, the Yvonne Arnaud Theatre, Bar Des Arts is one of the most sophisticated cocktail bars, wine bars and bistro and bars in Guildford.

By day, Bar Des Arts is a cafe - perfect for meeting friends, family or colleagues for a coffee and light meal.


 

By night, it becomes a sophisticated wine and cocktail bar, popular with patrons of the Yvonne Arnaud Theatre, who visit Bar Des Arts before or after a show.

 

As one satisfied customer explains:

 

"I'm not a regular to Guildford in the evenings... selected the Bar Des Arts to start our evening off and was really impressed. Great choice of drinks and really good atmosphere, my wife and friends all enjoyed. We would certainly recommend and shall be returning!"

 

In the day...

 

...Bar Des Arts is a fantastic location in which to break up a day's shopping, meeting friends, family or colleagues or simply while away an hour in relaxed surroundings.

 

For breakfast, why not partake in a freshly baked pastry, toast and preserves, all served with your choice of a speciality tea, coffee or fresh juice?

 

Alternatively, if you visit Bar Des Arts between 11:30am and 5pm, a fantastic selection of baguettes, salads, quiches and sharing platters are available.

 

In the evening...

 

...Bar Des Arts transforms into a stylish cocktail and wine bar, and due to its location opposite the Yvonne Arnaud Theatre, it is the ideal venue for a pre-theatre aperitif or to enjoy a bottle of fine wine after the performance.

 

Bar Des Arts serves a wide selection of cocktails, white, red, rosé and sparkling wine and Champagne. Choose from:


  • Monte Verde Sauvignon Blanc
  • Gavi di Gavi la Toledana Villa Lanata
  • Pouilly-Fumé
  • Fleurie Châteaude Fleurie
  • Prosecco Extra Dry
  • Laurent Perrier Rose
  • Perrier-Jouët Belle Epoque Brut
 

Alongside your chosen wine or cocktails, your party could indulge in a sharing platter, freshly prepared using the finest Continental meats and cheeses, and served with warm, crusty bread.

 

Bar Des Arts also has a range of vegetarian options available; please ask the staff for further details when ordering.

 

Live music

As well as being a popular destination for both pre and post-theatre drinks, Bar Des Arts also organises regular themed nights, featuring quality live music, drinks and food.

 

A recent event was the bar's Spanish Night, which boasted live music from 'Lone Pepper Duo', tapas and sangria, and was a fantastic way to savour the sizzling Spanish culture without stepping foot out of Guildford.

 



Planning a party?

 

Choose Bar Des Arts for your next celebration or office party - please call the cocktail bar on 01483 453 227 for more information about party bookings.

 

Opening hours

 

Bar Des Arts is open six days a week:

 

Monday: 8am until 5pm

Tuesday to Saturday: 8am until 12 midnight

 


Please remember to mention The Best of Guildford when contacting Bar Des Arts.

 © The Best of Guildford

5 stars - based on 8 reviews

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In September 2012, said about Bar Des Arts

The Healthy but Tasty Food, Great Atmosphere, Friendly Staff, Easy access from the Station, Parking very close by.

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In April 2012, said about Bar Des Arts

On saturday 24th March I celebrated my 30th birthday in style with another 70 friends and family at the Bar Des Arts. I can honestly say it was the best birthday ever.... The venue was perfect, the staff were amazing and the cocktails were very tasty. All of my friends commented on how great the place was and enjoyed the evening as much as I did. Thank you to all the staff for making my birthday so special, I will definitely be back.

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In February 2012, said about Bar Des Arts

A great venue for a drink in the evening, coffee in the morning, a delicious lunch or a catch up with friends in the afternoon! Can't rate it highly enough.

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In January 2012, said about Bar Des Arts

The venue is wonderful, the staff friendly and kind and the food great! They are also extra kind and helpful when arranging events! Jill Bennett West Horsley

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In January 2012, said about Bar Des Arts

This is one of Guildford's best kept secrets! At last there is somewhere to go if you want a really good cocktail made by bar staff who really know their drinks.

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In October 2011, said about Bar Des Arts

Brilliant local venue - we held a recent network event here and it was one of our best - great position down by the Yvonne Arnaud, beautiful sandwiches, produced in-house and the chocolate brownies are apparently well know in Guildford... they didn't disappoint! The bar downstairs is cosy, warm and friendly and targeted at the over 25's like me! - a place to relax, unwind or ...do some business - next time you are meeting someone for a drink, try Bar des Arts - it could become your new local!

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In October 2011, said about Bar Des Arts

Brilliant local venue - we held a recent network event here and it was one of our best - great position down by the Yvonne Arnaud, beautiful sandwiches, produced in-house and the chocolate brownies are apparently well know in Guildford... they didn't disappoint! The bar downstairs is cosy, warm and friendly and targeted at the over 25's like me! - a place to relax, unwind or ...do some business - next time you are meeting someone for a drink, try Bar des Arts - it could become your new local!

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In September 2011, said about Bar Des Arts

Just hosted a meeting at Bar Des Arts in their meeting space upstairs. Found the staff extremely helpful and friendly. The served great sandwiches and tea's and coffee's that were a big hit. The space is really cool as well, they have a photographic exhibition on up there at the minute which really added to the feel of the venue! Would definitely use this place in the future for both drinks and meeting space!

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Latin quartet to perform at Bar des Arts

  • 10th January 2013
  • Author: Bar des Arts B
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The Santiago Quartet will be performing at Bar des Arts on Monday, January 28 from 7pm....

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Emma and Friends at Bar des Arts

  • 4th December 2012
  • Author: Bar des Arts B
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Emma Stevens will be searching for Guildford’s next big thing on Wednesday, December 5 from 8pm....

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Live Lounge at Bar des Arts

  • 20th November 2012
  • Author: Bar des Arts B
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Bar des Arts is hosting a Live Lounge event on Tuesday, November 27 from 7....

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Poetry open mic night

  • 19th November 2012
  • Author: Bar des Arts B
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Poetry enthusiasts are invited to a free poetry open mic night at Bar des Arts on Tuesday, November 20 from 7....

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Fabulous Women Networking at Bar des Arts

  • 8th November 2012
  • Author: Bar des Arts B
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Bar des Arts will be hosting a Fabulous Women networking event on Tuesday, November 13 from 9....

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‘Veils and glazes’ exhibition

  • 7th November 2012
  • Author: Bar des Arts B
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Bar des Arts will be hosting a combined art exhibition featuring work by Gaynor Wilson and Dale Devereux Barker from Monday, November 12....

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Learn more about the planets and astrology at Bar des Arts

  • 1st November 2012
  • Author: Bar des Arts B
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Want to learn more about the planets and astrology?...

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Chris Jenkins at Bar des Arts

  • 31st October 2012
  • Author: Bar des Arts B
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Troubadour Chris Jenkins will be at Bar des Arts on Friday, November 2 playing classic songs....

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'Rod Stewart' to rock Bar des Arts

  • 25th October 2012
  • Author: Bar des Arts B
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Tribute artist Paul Metcalfe will be performing as Rod Stewart on Wednesday, November 28 from 8pm....

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PechaKucha at Bar des Arts

  • 23rd October 2012
  • Author: Bar des Arts B
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Interested in showcasing your creative works?...

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Emma Stevens will be searching for Guildford’s rising stars at Bar des Arts

  • 22nd October 2012
  • Author: Bar des Arts B
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Guildford singer-songwriter Emma Stevens will be searching for Guildford’s rising stars on Wednesday, November 7 from 8pm....

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Sacha Page at Bar des Arts

  • 22nd October 2012
  • Author: Bar des Arts B
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Parisian musician Sacha Page will be performing at the bar on Saturday, October 27 from 8....

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No Limits at Bar des Arts

  • 22nd October 2012
  • Author: Bar des Arts B
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The No Limits Street Band will be performing at Bar des Arts on Tuesday, October 23 from 8pm....

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Geoffrey Pimlott exhibition at Bar des Arts

  • 17th October 2012
  • Author: Bar des Arts B
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Surrey-based artist Geoffrey Pimlott is displaying his abstract artwork in our gallery area until Thursday, October 25....

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Halloween Party

  • 16th October 2012
  • Author: Bar des Arts B
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We’re hosting a Halloween Party on Wednesday, October 31 from 8pm to celebrate the Mexican Day of the Dead....

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Voice and Verse Poetry Event

  • 10th October 2012
  • Author: Bar des Arts B
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We will be holding a free voice and verse poetry event on Tuesday, October 16 from 7....

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Nights out in Guildford

  • 30th September 2012
  • Author: Charlotte B
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There are some great pubs and bars in Guildford, whether you're planning a big night or just a quiet drink....

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Fabulous bespoke jewellery in Guildford without the bespoke price

  • 18th January 2012
  • Author: Rebecca N
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The more I look at the jewellery marketplace the more I realise the demand for handmade and personalised products that won'€™t break the bank....

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