Pogo is an independent cocktail bar in Nottingham known for its confident drinks list and intimate, late-night atmosphere. Popular for birthdays, date nights and small group celebrations, it focuses on quality cocktails and relaxed hospitality.
The bar stands out on the high street with its bright green facade and matching tables and chairs, offering a curb-side spot for drinks in warmer months. Inside, the colour palette deepens into colour drenched mossy greens across the walls and ceilings, creating a dark, cocooning feel as the evening draws in.
A central bar with high stools forms a dramatic focal point, softly illuminated to showcase the spirits behind it. Wooden floors and tables, industrial-style pendant lighting, candles on the tables and scattered plants bring warmth to the space, while tucked-away corners and leather seating make it well suited to intimate gatherings.
The cocktail list balances classics with more distinctive house creations. Margaritas, Daiquiris, Palomas and Spritzes sit alongside more experimental offerings such as the roast chestnut negroni, Misspent Youth, which blends cognac, amaretto and coffee liqueur and Sage Advice, which features sage infused gin with Amaro Montenegro and in-house hibiscus syrup.
Guests can also request off-menu drinks, and there is a considered selection of low and no-alcohol options, including a non-alcoholic old fashioned, made with organic lapsing soughing tea and ginger syrup. A concise wine list covers red, white, rose and sparkling bottles and guests can opt to take bottles home.
The food at Pogo is intentionally minimal, designed to complement the drinks rather than compete with them. The selection focuses on simple bar snacks including smoked almonds, olives and cornichons, alongside sweet options such as chocolate fudge and house popcorn.