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The Real Ale Classroom

Bar Pub Beer store

One of the Top rated Pubs in Leicester


Address

22 Allandale Rd, Stoneygate, Leicester LE2 2DA, United Kingdom

Website

www.therealaleclassroom.com

Contact

+44 116 319 6998

Price rating

$$ $$

Rating on Google Maps

4.80 (332 reviews)

Open on Google Maps

Working Hours

  • Monday: 4 to 10 pm
  • Tuesday: 4 to 10 pm
  • Wednesday: 4 to 10 pm
  • Thursday: 4 to 10 pm
  • Friday: 4 to 10 pm
  • Saturday: 2 to 10 pm
  • Sunday: (Christmas Eve), 1 to 6 pm, Hours might differ

Featured Reviews


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  • 5/5 Aman V. 2 years ago on Google
    Amazing local experience with fantastic service. Cannot wait to be back again
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Matthew T. 1 year ago on Google
    second to none this pub . always service with a smile ( not in a overbearing way - seems to be the new trend with the hip bars ) . classic and comfortable with all great beer a man could desire . good night .
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Lisa Jane M. 1 year ago on Google
    What a wicked space and always great atmosphere. Outdoor area is very cosy, staff are super friendly and beer selection 10/10!
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Sunil M. 1 year ago on Google
    Beer garden was a pleasant surprise - not for those who can't navigate steps or have had a few too many - and the drinks impressed too e.g. strawberry cider from a box or the gins 😁
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Samantha S. 11 months ago on Google
    Rhubarb, plum, rattler, orchard still ciders all delicious with bitter to sweet flavours Friendly 'teaching assistants' behind the bar, warm and cozy atmosphere great place to relax
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Graham C. 1 year ago on Google
    Very lucky to have the Classroom as my local. Superb selection of beers (cask and keg) that are regularly changed. Nice seating area out the back with some covered areas, and in good weather there’s seating on the pavement at the front too. Their seating isn’t the most comfortable, but the great beers more than make up for any discomfort!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Dave A. 6 months ago on Google
    Excellent little real ale pub. Its like someone's house, with a quirky beer garden. Well worth seeking out

  • 5/5 Peter R. 2 years ago on Google
    Great little pub. Just stumbled across it on a visit to Leicester and was delighted with the selection of Beers. Nice atmosphere inside and friendly staff and punters.

  • 5/5 Daisy W. 5 months ago on Google
    Great beer selection and great atmosphere. Everyone is always so friendly, employees and customers alike.

  • 4/5 Victoria C. 5 months ago on Google
    Nipped in for a drink after we had been out for a meal. Acoustic guitarist / singer on. Great music, great atmosphere/ great drinks

  • 5/5 fashion 2. 5 months ago on Google
    Always a great atmosphere, and a great place to bump into all of the locals and have a catch up - service is amazing and such a friendly vibe cant wait to visit the new venue near the curve :)

  • 5/5 Richard J. 4 months ago on Google
    A tiny gem of a pub (micro) Great beer, great atmosphere, great crowd. One of my all time favourites. Only caveat is that you do pay high end prices but personally, given everything else, I think its worth it.

  • 5/5 Keir Critchlow (. 5 months ago on Google
    Great setting and atmosphere with quality selection of beer. Very friendly service!

  • 5/5 Richard R. 9 months ago on Google
    Really nice place, went for an afternoon drink, great place for dog lovers.

  • 5/5 Dick K. 1 year ago on Google
    Love this place. Small and intimate. Great selection of cask, keg and bottle beers and apparently lots of gin too!

  • 5/5 Taylor A. 1 year ago on Google
    Brilliant selection of craft beer and some delicious gin, not to mention the vodka and whisky options. A highlight of my visit to Leicester.

  • 4/5 Matthew R. 1 year ago on Google
    A great little micropub in a really nice part of the city. Good selection of constantly changing cask and keg ales, all well kept. The cask is gravity dispensed. Parking is available on street outside, though it can be difficult to find a space at busy times.

  • 5/5 CHEMIST A. 6 years ago on Google
    On a nice summers evening you can't beat the atmosphere here. There's some interesting decor inside - just like... you've guessed it... a classroom! Great selection of local ales, beers, ciders, spirits, wines and snacks too. I wish I lived on this side of town so I could visit more often. Keep up the great work! (P.s. Badger/badge is the loveliest dog!)

  • 4/5 Jonathan H. 1 year ago on Google
    Great selection of beers. Perfect place to grab a pint whilst I wait to pick up my chinese

  • 5/5 Chris W. 1 year ago on Google
    What a wonderful little discovery on a suburban back street! Great beers, great staff, lovely atmosphere.

  • 5/5 Fermentier V. 1 year ago on Google
    Excellent beers, plenty of outdoor space front and back, as pleasant (and cool!) rooms inside. Friendly staff, an excellent pub.

  • 5/5 Appalachian Girl U. 1 year ago on Google
    Lovely chilled place. Stopped here after getting a haircut nearby (hairdresser recommended) as I love a craft beer. Great cask selection. Brought my partner back the following week as we were in Leicester again the week after.

  • 5/5 Jay P. 2 years ago on Google
    Love this place. Decent beers and spirits. Cosy atmosphere inside and a fabulous garden at the back.

  • 3/5 nigel o. 2 years ago on Google
    Good beer tonight but I was less than pleased to be thrown out of my seat because it had been booked. What sort of pub throws out customers and books tables!

  • 5/5 Lara Niamh L. 2 years ago on Google
    the newly opened beer garden has taken this pub to the next level. lots of open space now and room to catch up with friends. dog friendly. fantastic selection of alcohol including a large gin and spirits collection, all with suggested mixers and garnishes. presentation lovely. staff attentive. they do food which you can order by whatsapp too - i haven't tried it but my parents tell me the food is really good too.

  • 5/5 Hasmukh J. 2 years ago on Google
    We visited recently to treat our elder brother who has had a stroke recently. Group of 5 adults. The bar maid was very welcoming. There is a good choice of craft beers , some had the stout and i had alcohol free IPA which was refreshing. We had 2 rounds. It was a sunny afternoon so had a lovely relaxing time. Recommend if you like craft beers.

  • 5/5 Manish P. 2 years ago on Google
    My uncle, who is about as hilarious as a wet fish in the face, kept telling me about this place, (I teach, hence he wanted to take me to a classroom). The pub did not disappoint. Amazing selection of ales and beers. A lovely vodka selection too. Great seating, real science lab stools, a great evening indeed. Bravo all involved ☺️

  • 5/5 Ben 2 years ago on Google
    This pub is an absolute gem. Always stocking great beers, and the locals are always friendly and chatty. I recently discovered the beer garden, which is packing plenty of heating n' seating. Cheers!


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Amenities


  • Pets
    • ✓️ Dogs allowed
  • Payments
    • ✓️ Debit cards
    • ✓️ Credit cards
    • ✓️ NFC mobile payments
  • Offerings
    • ✓️ Beer
    • ✓️ Wine
    • ✓️ Alcohol
    • ✓️ Spirits
    • ✓️ Free water refills
  • Accessibility
    • ✗ Assistive hearing loop
    • ✗ Wheelchair-accessible car park
  • Dining options
    • ✓️ Seating
    • ✓️ Outside food allowed
  • Service options
    • ✓️ Dine-in
    • ✗ Delivery
    • ✓️ Takeaway
    • ✓️ Outdoor seating

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