Revolution Bars prices in the UK are built around 2-for-1 cocktails during happy hour, with cocktails from around £7 each during the offer and pub-style food mains from £9 to £14. It is a bar chain popular for student nights, group bookings and its long-running happy hour. Here are the current Revolution prices and deals.
Revolution Bars UK at a glance
| Happy hour | Daily, hours vary by venue |
|---|---|
| 2-for-1 cocktails | from around £7 each during happy hour |
| Food mains | £9 to £14 |
| Cocktail pitchers | from around £16 |
| Best saver | Happy hour and student nights |
| Last updated | July 2026 |
Full Revolution Bars UK prices
Revolution Bars serves cocktails, pitchers and a casual food menu, with happy hour as its main draw. Hours and offers vary by venue. Prices below are representative; check your local bar or the Revolution app for exact figures and current happy hour times.
Drinks and food
| Item | Price |
|---|---|
| Happy hour cocktails (2-for-1) | from £7 each |
| Standard cocktails | £9 to £11 |
| Cocktail pitcher | from £16 |
| Food mains | £9 to £14 |
| Sharing platters | from £12 |
Best ways to save at Revolution
Happy hour is the main event at Revolution, running most days with 2-for-1 pricing on cocktails, though exact hours vary by venue so it’s worth checking before you arrive. Ordering a pitcher to share across a group works out cheaper per drink than ordering individual cocktails one at a time. Revolution runs student nights at many university-city branches with extra discounts, and signing up to the app or email list is the easiest way to catch offers on both drinks and food.
Frequently asked questions
What time is happy hour at Revolution?
Happy hour runs most days but exact times vary by venue, so check your local bar or the app for current hours.
Are Revolution cocktails really 2-for-1?
Yes, during happy hour selected cocktails are offered on a 2-for-1 basis, working out to around £7 each.
Does Revolution have student discounts?
Many branches near universities run student nights with extra discounts, though this varies by location.
Are Revolution pitchers good value?
Yes, sharing a pitcher across a group is usually cheaper per drink than ordering individual cocktails.
About Revolution Bars in the UK
Revolution Bars opened its first venue in Manchester in the mid-1990s, growing out of the city’s strong bar and club culture at the time, and expanded into one of the UK’s larger bar chains particularly associated with student nightlife and lively group nights out. It later floated on the London Stock Exchange, reflecting its growth into a significant player in the UK bar and pub sector. The brand has continued to lean into its cocktail and happy hour offering as a core part of its identity, particularly in university cities.
What to expect at Revolution
Expect a lively, often loud atmosphere geared toward groups and nights out rather than a quiet drink, in keeping with its origins in Manchester’s club scene. Happy hour is genuinely central to the brand, running most days and offering some of the more consistent cocktail deals among UK bar chains. Student nights are common at branches near universities, worth checking if you’re a student looking for extra discounts beyond the standard happy hour.
More frequently asked questions
Is Revolution good for a lively night out?
Yes, its atmosphere is generally loud and social, suited to groups and nights out rather than a quiet drink.
Where did Revolution Bars start?
It opened its first venue in Manchester in the mid-1990s, growing out of the city’s strong bar and club culture.
Timing your visit well
Choosing an off-peak time where your schedule allows generally means a calmer experience with better availability than a predictably busy period. Checking specific details relevant to your timing, such as whether a particular offer or service is available at the time you plan to visit, avoids arriving to find it doesn’t apply. Being flexible on exact timing, even by an hour, can sometimes make a meaningful difference to availability during genuinely busy periods.
Making an informed final decision
Weighing up the practical factors relevant to your specific situation, rather than relying on a single general recommendation, tends to lead to a better outcome overall. Checking current, specific details directly before committing avoids acting on information that may have changed since it was last confirmed. Keeping expectations realistic and checking a genuine backup option, particularly for anything time-sensitive, makes for a smoother overall experience.
Does choosing an off-peak time help?
Generally yes, an off-peak time tends to mean a calmer experience with better availability than a predictably busy period.
Should I check details directly before committing?
Yes, checking current specific details directly avoids acting on information that may have changed since it was last confirmed.