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Family Friendly Restaurants in Bristol

Welcome to our guide to family friendly pubs and restaurants in Bristol. When it comes to enjoying meals out as a family, extortionate prices, unruly children, and fussy eaters can be a recipe for disaster.

Armed with the right tools and positive attitude, you can eliminate the stress of eating out and keep the whole family happy with our pick of the best family friendly restaurants Bristol has to offer. 

Greenhouse

Greenhouse

Location: College Green

About: Are you tired of struggling to find a restaurant that caters to your little ones' picky eating habits? Look no further than Greenhouse Bristol! This restaurant offers a menu that is sure to satisfy even the fussiest of eaters. With an extensive selection of dishes, your kids are bound to find something they love.

From a mouth-watering burger, chicken wrap to delicious Mac 'n' Cheese, there's something for everyone. The restaurant offers vegetarian and vegan options, making it an excellent choice for families with dietary restrictions.

Kids Menu: Click here

Address: 37 College Green, Bristol, Gloucestershire, BS1 5SP

Telephone: 0117 927 6426

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Aqua

Aqua

Location: Welshback and Portished

About: Since opening in 1998, Aqua Welsh Back has consistently held its deserved position at the top of the listings as one of Bristol’s original and finest waterside dining destinations. With an extensive main menu and children's menu, there's something for everyone. Book a table here!

Kid's Favourites:

  • Burgers
  • Fish and Chips
  • Bangers and Mash
  • Pizzas

Special Offers: 2 children's courses and a drink £8

Address: Welsh Back Bristol BS1 4RR, Portished Martingale Way, Bristol BS20 7AW, Grand Cafe 153 Whiteladies Road, Bristol BS8 2RF

Telephone: 01179 733 314, 01275 842 590 or 01179 156 060

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Chophouse

Chophouse

About: Serving soul-satisfying food with an array of authentic dishes. They pride themselves on providing the best fresh, mouth-watering ingredients and binding them together to create succulent dishes that allow your taste buds to explore the delicious flavours of the West. Chophouse has vegan options across all of their menus - breakfast, lunch, dinner and brunch. They use fresh local ingredients including vegetables, herbs, spices to create tasty dishes.

Price Range: £3.00 - £22.00

Serving Times: Monday - Friday 6.30am - 10.00pm Saturday 7.30am - 10.00pm Sunday 7.30am - 9.30pm

Address: Bond Street South, Bristol, BS1 3EN

Telephone: 0117 304 1010

More information and menu here

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Castle

Castle

Location: St Phillips Casueway

About: Part of the Greene King Local Pubs, the country’s leading pub retailer and brewer, running over 3,100 pubs, restaurants and hotels across the UK, Castle Flaming Grill have something for everyone! Their pubs make a great place to meet with friends, family and fellow sports fans to enjoy a great range of delicious food and drink. They're famous for their delicious, flame-grilled food and sizzling skillets, but if you aren't a fan of a steak, they also offer and extensive pub grub and kids menu too!

Kids menu: You can view their kids menu HERE!

Menu: Check out their menu HERE!

Play area: No

Address: Saint Philips Causeway, Bristol, BS4 3BD

Telephone: 0117 977 8720

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The Stable

The Stable

Location: Harbourside

About: The Stable is a family friendly restaurant and cider house serving artisan pizzas, gourmet pies and over 80 types of craft cider, from all across the West Country. Colouring sheets and crayons are available to keep little ones entertained in between courses. 

Price Range: Kids from £5.00 | Adults from £8.50

Kid's Favourites:

  • Margherita (Pizza) £5.00
  • The Fresh Hawaiian (Pizza) £6.00
  • West Country Porker (Pizza) £6.50
  • Brownie £5.00

Special Offers: Pizza, salad bites and apple juice for just £7.50 or £10.00 with pudding. 

Address: Canons Road, Harbourside, Bristol, BS1 5UH

Telephone: 0117 927 9999

Nando's

Nando's

Location: Cabot Circus

About: Whether you're seven or seventy-seven, Nando's believe that eating out should be lots of fun. From fun packs for the kids to a range of PERi-PERi marinades to suit everyone's tastes, throw in a couple of sides and you've got yourself a great family night out. The Nandinos menu is brimming with lots of options that are not only tasty, but healthy too.

Price Range: Kids from £5.25 | Adults from £5.25

Kid's Favourites:

  • Nandino Chicken Breast Fillet Burger £5.25
  • 3 Chicken Wings £5.25
  • Chicken Breast Fillet Strips £5.25
  • Veggie Strips £5.25

Special Offers: One main, two sides and a dessert for £5.25. 

Address: Glasshouse, Cabot Circus, BS1 3BX

Telephone: 01173 763 876

T.G.I. Friday's

T.G.I. Friday's

Location: Cabot Circus

About: The Bristol branch of the ever popular TGI Friday's chain is a real family favourite and has friendly staff serving big and tasty American style food.

Price Range: Kids from £3.99 | Adults from £8.99

Kid's Favourites:

  • Bacon Cheeseburger £5.49
  • Hot Dog £5.49
  • Meatball Penne £5.49
  • Sweet Shop Sundae £2.99

Special Offers: All small kids’ dishes come with Fridays Fingers – tasty sticks of apple, mixed peppers, cucumber and carrot, which counts as one of their five-a-day.

Address: Lysander Road, Bristol, BS10 7UB

Telephone: 0117 959 1987

Giraffe

Giraffe

Location: Cabot Circus

About: Check out the funky rustic interior and eclectic musical playlist of Giraffe Bristol. Giraffe is a fun, family friendly restaurant, where diners can enjoy brekkie, brunch, lunch, dinner and drinks - all day every day! 

Price Range: Kids from £3.95 | Adults from £8.75

Kid's Favourites:

  • Cheese & Tomato Quesadilla £3.95
  • Chicken Wrap £4.50
  • Beef Burger & Fries £4.50
  • Bangers, Fries & Beans £4.50

Special Offers: Mini Main and selected drink for £4.95. 

Address: Glass House, Cabot Circus, Bristol, BS1 3BX

Telephone: 0117 930 0603

Wagamama

Wagamama

Location: Cabot Circus

About: Kids love wagamama because it's fun, different and the food is super interesting. Each restaurant boasts a special menu of child-sized dishes, as well as booster seats and easy-to-use chopsticks to help younger diners get involved. 

Price Range: Kids from £3.50 | Adults from £8.75

Kid's Favourites:

  • Mini Chicken Katsu Curry £4.75
  • Cod Cubes £4.50
  • Mini Yaki Soba £4.50
  • Mini Grilled Noodles £4.95

Special Offers: Enjoy a freshly squeezed orange or apple juice for just £1.75. 

Address: Glass House, Bristol, BS1 3BX

Telephone: 0117 927 7674

Gourmet Burger Kitchen

Gourmet Burger Kitchen

Location: Central Bristol

About: If you're looking for some feel-good family food, GBK is the place for you - amazing burgers, ace shakes and plenty of choice! Children can choose from an array of delicious patties, sides and sodas from the dedicated junior's menu and enjoy filling in the special activity sheets.

Price Range: Kids from £6.95 | Adults from £6.75

Kid's Favourites:

  • Junior Beef £6.95
  • Junior Chicken £6.95
  • Junior Veggie £6.95

Special Offers: The Junior Menu includes burger, side and drink. 

Address: 74 Park St, Bristol, Avon BS1 5JX

Telephone: 0117 316 9162

The Clifton Sausage

The Clifton Sausage

Location: Clifton

About: The ‘Sausage’ specialises in traditional and classic British dishes as well as sausages, unpretentious yet universal in their appeal. Situated in the heart of Clifton Village close to the famous suspension bridge, the restaurant opened in 2002 and has been a firm favourite with both locals and visitors alike. Stylish and comfortable, this family friendly restaurant offers a warm welcome and great service to all.

Price Range: Kids £5.95 | Adults from £10.95

Kids Favourties: 

  • Old Spot Sausages £5.95
  • Homemade Fish Fingers £5.95
  • Roast Free Range Chicken £5.95
  • Vegetarian Sausage £5.95

Special Offers: A scoop of vanilla ice cream or sorbet included with kids meals.

Address: 7-9 Portland Street, Bristol BS8 4JA

Telephone: 0117 973 1192

Tinto Lounge

Tinto Lounge

Location: Gloucester Road

About: ‘The Lounges’ are informal, neighbourhood food led cafe/bars open all-day everyday where families, friends, and locals can come for a coffee, a drink, or something to eat in a relaxed comfortable environment. The interiors are comfortable, inviting, and a bit eccentric.

Price Range: Kids from £4.95 | Adults from £8.95

Kids Favourites: 

  • Baked Mac 'n' Cheese with Garlic Bread £4.95
  • Cheese Toastie with Beans & Chips £4.95
  • Lounge Breakfast £5.95
  • Cheese Burger £5.95

Special offers: Kids meals include a drink and a pot of healthy snacks.

Address: 344-346 Gloucester Rd, Bristol BS7 8TP

Telephone: 01179 309 971

Grounded

Grounded

Location: Bedminster

About: At Grounded, everyone will feel included. Grounded actively encourages families to visit: it has have baby-changing facilities and it welcomes breast-feeding. You'll find games, toys and colouring-in books to keep the little ones occupied, as well as a book swap shelf for when they (or you!) fancy a change.

Price Range: Kids from £2.50 | Adults from £7.95

Kids Favourites:

  • Macoroni Cheese £3.95
  • Chocolate Pizza £4.95
  • Hot Dog £3.95
  • Lasagne with Peas & Carrots £4.25

Special Offers: Free Babycino on request

Address: 66-68 Bedminster Parade, Bristol, BS3 4HL

Telephone: 0117 923 1000

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