Bar Bodega

Watford, United Kingdom

3.3

Closed now

8 reviews

Accepts Credit Cards

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Telephone:
+44 1923 229651
Website:
www.barbodega.co.uk
Address:
151 The Parade High Street, Watford, Hertfordshire, WD17 1NA
Watford
Nearby public transportation stops & stations:
410 ftBeechen Grove North
650 ftTown Hall
980 ftSt John's Road
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Accepts Credit Cards
Yes
Wheelchair Accessible
Yes
Good for Groups
Yes
Noise Level
Loud
Music
Background
Good For Dancing
No
Alcohol
Full Bar
Happy Hour
No
Coat Check
No
Smoking
Outdoor Area/ Patio Only
Outdoor Seating
Yes
Has TV
No

Today

Today 5:00 pm – 11:00 pm
Closed now
Local time (Watford) 10:16 AM Wednesday, June 25, 2025

Business hours

Monday 5:00 pm – 11:00 pm
Tuesday 5:00 pm – 11:00 pm
Wednesday 5:00 pm – 11:00 pm
Thursday 5:00 pm – 12:00 am
Friday 5:00 pm – 12:00 am
Saturday 5:00 pm – 12:00 am
Sunday 5:00 pm – 11:00 pm

Description

Specialties

Bodega is the perfect haven for every over-​25 who just can’t find a decent bar. Our feel is 1920’s speakeasy meets jazz club, with rich red walls, heavy drapes and deep leather sofas to offer a welcome that’s akin to a long hot bath after a rough day.

Discover a rare find of mature drinkers and enjoy chilled-​out evenings of table service and conversation against a background of cool nu-​jazz — played at just the right volume. Come in, relax and choose a bottle from the extensive wine list or select a specialty beer, and you’ll find it’s midnight before you know it.

We very much hope to see you soon. Cheers!

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8 reviews of Bar Bodega

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Place rating: 3
London, United Kingdom
Like this place. Food a bit expensive but very nice
Place rating: 3
London, United Kingdom
Expensive place, nice surrounding and good service. Food portions extremely small portions and unfortunately the chef does not know the difference between clotted cream and whipped cream. Although granted some of the food was pretty ok but portions way to small and over priced
Place rating: 4
Watford, London, United Kingdom
Amazing bar that is definitely catered towards the more mature clientele. The atmosphere was very warm and I simply loved the décor. Food was nice and the staff are friendly. Will definitely be visiting there again.
Place rating: 4
London, United Kingdom
This place is definitely shooting for the «older» patron. But I kind of like that. Even at busy times, it is relaxed and refined. at least by Watford standards that is…
I have been here a few times now, and have always loved the well-​stocked bar, great selection of food and excellent service.
My only gripe with the service is that it can be a little tough to get the servers attention.
Décor is great — a nice moody, low-​lit atmosphere.
Food — I love a lot of the Tapas-​inspired small dish treats on the menu, however, I do feel that they are over priced for what they are. To get a «meal’s worth» of food, you have to spend £16, in my opinion.
Toilets here… well at least the men’s are in need of an overhaul.
All round though, a great bar. I will be back.
Place rating: 1
Watford, United Kingdom
Went along on a monthly Wednesday themed as a Cuban night. I am not sure which part of Cuba. The music played was jazz and despite the 2 piece group that played well, the service was very poor and when I asked to speak to the manager, she was as helpful as a brick wall. I offered advice to help but was greeted with a surly expression and the buzz fell flat on the night. Don’t bother if you like to dance because you will not be inspired
Place rating: 4
Watford, United Kingdom
Love this bar although its a little pricey. Its a fantastic atmosphere (very different to other bars in watford) and the sunday lunch is impressive too.
Place rating: 5
Watford, United Kingdom
Have to disagree with the ‘very small outside rear garden’ mentioned in the other review. This garden is a god send to Watford. Private, heated and lovely buzz to go with the rest of this unique drinking establishment. Also how many other gardens can you sit in and get waitress service for drinks rather than having to revisit the bar every time. Staff are top drawer with regards to eye candy & friendliness, male and female — well worth the visit in itself!
Place rating: 2
Watford, United Kingdom
Bodega is Spanish for cellar which this place resembles in many ways except that there are no stairs (well only those that take you up to the toilets) and that you tend not to get charged £3 for a lime and lemonade in Madrid.
I was saw some live music there which was nice, but as is the way at Bodegas, people’s attention finally caves in to the myriad of half burned candles around the room. Put people and dripping wax together and you get… well very messy table tops.
There is also a very small outside rear garden with obligatory patio heater