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Restaurants in Bristol

Bristol is well known for its diverse culture in restaurants and its never ending dining scene. Looking for the best Restaurants in Bristol? From light bites to hearty meals our local food experts select their top 10 favourite places to dine in Bristol.

Whatever cuisine indulges your appetite, we guarantee you can find a restaurant in Bristol to tickle your taste buds below...

Greenhouse

Greenhouse

Location: College Green

Cuisine: British

About: If you're looking for a place to unwind and enjoy some delicious food and drinks, then The Greenhouse is the perfect spot for you. 

From the moment you step inside, you'll be transported to a world of innovative yet classic food and drinks that will tantalise your taste buds and keep you coming back for more.

The menu at The Greenhouse Bar is nothing short of impressive. Whether you're in the mood for something light and refreshing or something hearty and filling, there is something for everyone here.

And let's not forget about the drinks! The cocktail list is extensive, with each drink carefully crafted to perfection.

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

Telephone: 0117 927 6426

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Collage Restaurant @ Radisson Blu

Collage Restaurant @ Radisson Blu

Location: Broad Quay

Cuisine: British

About: The newly revamped concept is a modern British take on brasserie dining, with fantastic weekly specials and a seasonal à la carte offering of small plates, mains and sumptuous desserts. The Sunday roast here is also a must. Book a table here!

Address: Broad Quay, Bristol, BS1 4BY

Telephone: 0117 9349 500
 

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Aqua

Aqua

Location: Welshaback, Portished and Grand Cafe

Cuisine: Italian

About: Bringing the best of Italian cuisine to Bristol, Aqua boasts an impressive a la carte menu featuring a number of Italian classics. Housed in a beautifully refurbished Grade 2 listed property, the restaurant has been designed with warm walnut floors, bespoke chandeliers and a glazed south facing frontage, reminiscent of Rome. Book a table here!

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

Telephone: 01275 842 590 or 01179 156 060

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The Lido Poolside Bar & Restaurant

The Lido Poolside Bar & Restaurant

Location: Clifton

Cuisine: Spanish

About: The Lido is a critically-acclaimed restaurant overlooking a historic swimming pool in Clifton. The Poolside Bar serves a daily changing tapas menu with a variety of hot and cold small plates including patatas bravas, charcuterie and marinated olives. Overlooking the pool on the original viewing gallery, their award-winning restaurant is a relaxed and informal space where the floor to ceiling doors slide back to let the elements in. Through the kitchen window the roaring wood oven can be glimpsed as you relax and just do nothing.

Address: Oakfield Place, Clifton, Bristol, BS8 2BJ

Telephone: 0117 933 9530

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Glassboat Brasserie

Glassboat Brasserie

Location: Harbourside

Cuisine: European

About: Situated on the floating harbour in Central Bristol, Glassboat boasts a unique dining experience with spectacular views of the city. Diners can enjoy a mix of sophisticated bistro classics inspired by the very best of British and French cuisine. Their tables look out to the water through large, restored wooden windows, with views around the harbourside and to the city. On the lower deck original oak panels and portholes create a unique atmosphere for private dining.

Address: Welsh Back, Bristol, BS1 4SB

Telephone: 0117 929 0704

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Casamia

Casamia

Location: Westbury-on-Trym

Cuisine: British

About: Casamia is an award winning British restaurant which celebrates the changing seasons. Their menus hope to evoke childhood memories and remind diners of trips they've taken and people they've meet. All dishes are beautifully crafted using only the best British produce available. 

Address: 38 High Street, Westbury Village, Bristol, BS9 3DZ

Telephone: 0117 959 2884 

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Bell's Diner and Bar Rooms

Bell's Diner and Bar Rooms

Location: Montpelier

Cuisine: Mediterranean

About: Bell's Diner and Bar Rooms is the latest incarnation of Bristol's much loved Bell's Diner. All of their Modern Mediterranean dishes are inspired by the robust, flavoursome cooking of Spain, North Africa, Italy and France. Top quality ingredients are put together simply in clever combinations.

Address: 1-3 York Road, Montpelier, Bristol, BS6 5QB

Telephone: 0117 924 0357

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Wilks Restaurant

Wilks Restaurant

Location: Redland

Cuisine: British

About: Wilks is a modern, vibrant michelin star restaurant on Chandos Road in Redland. Their focus is on clean flavours and seasonal ingredients, with vegetables, fruits, herbs, cereals and aromatic spices playing key roles. Wherever possible they use wild foods from the UK, in particular the West Country.

Address: 1-3 Chandos Road, Redland, Bristol, BS6 6PG

Telephone: 0117 973 7999

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The River Grille

The River Grille

Location: Harbourside

Cuisine: British

About: Not only is it the delicious, high quality modern British dishes that makes The River Grille such a superb, attractive restaurant, but also the stunning riverside views. In the heart of the city and overlooking Bristol Harbour, it means you can enjoy your tasty meal whilst looking out on to passing boats on the River Avon. 

Address: The Bristol Hotel, Prince Street, Bristol BS1 4QF

Telephone: 0117 923 0333

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The Square Kitchen

The Square Kitchen

Location: Clifton/Berkeley 

Cuisine: British

About: The award-winning Square Kitchen is regarded by many as one of the best restaurants in Clifton as well as the wider Bristol area: serving forward thinking, delicious food and offering first class service in stylish surroundings, The Square Kitchen delivers on every level. We recommend the Sunday Lunch - it's absolutely divine!

Address: 15 Berkeley Square, Bristol BS8 1HB

Telephone: 0117 921 0455

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San Carlo

San Carlo

Location: Central Bristol

Cuisine: Italian

About: San Carlo is an award-winning Italian restaurant renowned for its authentic Italian cuisine and modern take on Italian cooking. San Carlo is a must for people who appreciate delicious Italian food, friendly service, comfortable surroundings and great value for money.

Address: 44 Corn Street, Bristol, BS1 1HQ

Telephone: 0117 922 6586

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The Cowshed

The Cowshed

Location: Clifton

Cuisine: British

About: The Cowshed aim bring the taste of the countryside to the city. Their emphasis is on good, simple, British food, in a relaxed environment, using only quality local produce. From the outset, the idea of “simple things, done well” has been used throughout the restaurant, both in creating the menus and in renovating the character-rich buildings to create a welcoming and relaxing dining experience for small, intimate groups of family and friends.

Address: 46 Whiteladies Road, Bristol, BS8 2NH

Telephone: 0117 973 3550

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The Clifton Sausage

The Clifton Sausage

Location: Clifton

Cuisine: British

About:  Situated in the heart of Clifton Village, the ‘Sausage’ specialises in traditional and classic British dishes alongside an array of delicious sausages. Seasonal favourites on the menu include steamed mussels in cider, new season lamb, local game and for those with a sweet tooth; sticky toffee pudding and chocolate fondant. 

Address: 7 Portland Street, Bristol, BS8 4JA 

Telephone: 0117 973 1192

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