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The Long Bar & Grill

Guildford·Restaurants·£££·Booking recommended

A slick evening grill at the Harbour Hotel, geared towards steaks, cocktails and a more nightlife-friendly crowd.

Good for groupsIndoor
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Why we like it

It is a good pick when you want a steak-and-cocktails sort of evening without overcomplicating the choice.

Highlights

  • Steak-led menu
  • Cocktail bar feel
  • Smart hotel setting
  • Strong evening trade
  • Good pre-show option

About

The Long Bar & Grill is the Harbour Hotel's more evening-focused restaurant, with a stronger emphasis on steaks, cocktails and a livelier after-dark atmosphere. It suits people who want dinner to feel a little more like a night out.\n\nBecause it is hotel-backed, the service and setting are polished, but the concept is more straightforward than some of Guildford's independent standouts. That said, it fills a useful slot for pre-show meals, date nights and group dinners where you want a bar-led energy.\n\nIf your priority is steak, drinks and a smart central setting, it is one of the better fits in town.

Best for

Date nightSteak loversEvening drinks and dinner

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