Beirut Mezze
LEBANESE, MIDDLE EASTERN •CITY CENTER
An authentic Lebanese restaurant set in a warm, intimate former wine cellar in the city centre. Known for its traditional mezzes, expertly seasoned grilled meats, and platters.
Biblos - Stokes Croft
CARIBBEAN, MIDDLE EASTERN •STOKES CROFT
A Stokes Croft staple known for its legendary fusion wraps, blending Caribbean (Jerk) and Middle Eastern (Mezze) flavours. It serves large wraps, fries, salads, and platters, with a wide range of vegetarian and vegan options.
Koocha Mezze Bar
MIDDLE EASTERN, PERSIAN, VEGAN •GLOUCESTER ROAD
Bristol's first 100% plant-based Persian restaurant. Koocha specializes in colorful, spice-led mezze, creative cocktails, and Persian-inspired 'kebabs' and burgers. It is a vibrant, high-energy spot that reimagines traditional Middle Eastern flavours through a vegan lens.
Lamaya
LEBANESE, MIDDLE EASTERN, MEDITERRANEAN •CITY CENTER
Authentic, family-run Lebanese restaurant located in the vibrant Finzel's Reach district. Serving traditional, freshly prepared meze, grilled meats, and platters, with a focus on fresh, vibrant Middle Eastern and Mediterranean flavours.
Matina
MIDDLE EASTERN •CITY CENTER
A legendary St Nicholas Market stall famous for its Kurdish charcoal-grilled meats and fresh naan bread baked to order in a clay oven. Known for long queues and huge portions, it offers vibrant salad boxes and wraps featuring grilled halloumi, chicken, or lamb with house-made sauces.
Souk Kitchen
MIDDLE EASTERN, MEDITERRANEAN •BEDMINSTER
A North Street favourite that absolutely nails the vibrant, shared-table energy of Eastern Mediterranean dining. Souk Kitchen is the perfect spot to drop your shoulders, grab a table with your mates, and tear into incredible mezze, rich shakshuka, and perfectly spiced flatbreads. It’s welcoming and it serves up honest, flavor packed dishes that make the city-center chains look completely lifeless. A massive South of the river go-to for a proper, unpretentious catch-up.
The Crafty Egg
MIDDLE EASTERN •STOKES CROFT
The Crafty Egg focuses on hearty, reliably excellent brunch dishes, fantastic coffee, and their signature baked eggs. Prepare to queue for a seat on weekends, it's a popular spot.