No.1 Harbourside has always been in my top city centre recommendations since it opened in 2010 – it’s a refreshingly relaxed bar-restaurant in a section of the harbour which is otherwise mostly populated with large chain bars, and as appealing as those wine deals can be, sometimes I just want to sit in a quiet… Read More Review: No.1 Harbourside, Bristol
There have been a few new faces arriving in Quakers Friars recently, most recently pizza restaurant L’Osteria and it’s new neighbour, Côte Brasserie. Côte Brasserie has a clear mandate from when you step inside its welcoming doors: offer a sophisticated, friendly and affordable dining experience without serving too many curve balls. A Zizzi for French food, if… Read More Review: Côte Brasserie, Bristol
There are few greater pleasures than wandering around Bristol harbour, then stopping off into a waterside cafe or bar for a snack and people-watching. Among the loveliest locations to do this is Spoke & Stringer, a cosy yet modern bar lounge situated in the small canal boat marina opposite the SS Great Britain. In summer… Read More Review: Spoke & Stringer, Bristol
Another week, another London stalwart arrives in this fine city of ours. This time it’s the turn of Polpo, long famed for its top notch Venetian tapas and casual swanky vibe. They’ve managed to recreate their London chic on Whiteladies Road, with a classic decor which reminded me more of a French bistro than what… Read More Review: Polpo, Bristol
Unsurprisingly, there was quite the excitement when The Ivy said they’d be making the trip down the M4 to show us West Country folk what proper sophistication looks like. The Ivy has built up quite the name for itself in the past 100 years (woah) that it’s been a West End staple, and now the… Read More Review: The Ivy Clifton Brasserie, Bristol
Finding an intimate, atmospheric restaurant in central Bristol can be a challenge. Yet nestled in Haymarket Walk, between the Bearpit and the bus station, is Flow – a little gem in the oddest of places. Two disclaimers here: Alex, the owner of Flow, is a buddy of ours, but hopefully it’s obvious by… Read More Review: Flow, Bristol
In the midst of all the exciting new businesses opening across Bristol every month, it’s easy to forget some of the culinary stalwarts of the city. When I first moved to Bristol in 2008, I used to go Fishers a lot – I love seafood, and not only was the food top notch, but the… Read More Review: Fishers, Bristol
I have to say, in all of my worldy brunch adventures , I’ve never eaten fried chicken for breakfast. In fact, I’d go so far to say that it had never even crossed my mind (and I think about brunch and fried chicken a lot respectively). So it was with considerable glee that I responded to… Read More Review: Brunch at Chicken Shack, Bristol
Bristol is a veritable melting pot of delectable burger restaurants at the moment (what a mental image). Whether you prefer the grubbier end of the spectrum at Grillstock or MEATliquor, the customisable approach at The Burger Joint or the retro stylings at Atomic Burger, there’s something for everybody. I’ve been a loyal fan of the… Read More Review: Three Brothers Burgers, Bristol
Veggies are getting a good deal in Bristol at the moment, with the arrival of Flow, The Black Sheep Cafe and Easy Rawlin’s Diner in the past few months, all offering exciting vegetarian & vegan dishes at an affordable price point. We’ve now welcomed 1847 to the fold, an expanding chain of fine dining vegetarian… Read More Review: 1847, Bristol
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