La Campagnuola
ITALIAN •REDLAND
A legendary, family-run Sicilian trattoria that has been a Bristol staple for over four decades. Expect a warm, unpretentious atmosphere, exceptionally generous portions of traditional pasta and wood-fired pizza, and authentic Sicilian hospitality. It is famous for its 'wall of fame' featuring decades of happy customers.
La Panza
ITALIAN •HARBOURSIDE
Family-run, traditional Italian restaurant located near Redcliffe. Specialising in classic pasta dishes, stone-baked pizzas, and a range of Italian antipasti in a cozy, authentic setting.
Little Bagel Co
AMERICAN •CLIFTON
A popular independent bagel shop on Queens Road specializing in NYC-style boiled and baked bagels. Known for their creative fillings, house-made schmears, and excellent coffee, they offer a wide range of both meat and innovative plant-based options in a bright, modern space.
Little French
FRENCH •REDLAND
Little French presents a beautiful homage to classic Gallic cooking. The kitchen focuses on rich, authentic French recipes, utilising exceptional regional produce alongside a robust, carefully curated wine list. It provides a warmly lit, intimately designed dining room that delivers a high caliber, deeply satisfying culinary experience.
Little Hollows Pasta
ITALIAN •REDLAND
An independent artisan pasta workshop and restaurant on Chandos Road. Specializing in handmade, dried-on-site pasta shapes paired with seasonal sauces. The open kitchen allows diners to see the traditional 'sfoglia' techniques in action, offering a refined yet cozy neighborhood dining experience.
Local.bristol
BRITISH •BEDMINSTER
Local on North Street perfectly hits that sweet spot between a relaxed daytime hangout and a buzzing evening bar. They keep things beautifully simple, teaming up with Bristol breweries and suppliers to deliver honest, seasonal menus packed with seriously good burgers, sharing plates, and pizzas.
Lonely Mouth
JAPANESE •HORFIELD
Bristol's first Japanese listening bar, Lonely Mouth sits at the top of Gloucester Road and operates entirely on its own terms. Founded by Olivia Maxwell-Yates after a formative trip to Japan, the place is built around the idea that good food and good music belong together. By day you're getting Japanese breakfasts, chazuke and French toast with matcha; by night it shifts into small plates and a proper evening vibe. Come for the food, stay for the high-fidelity sound system and the feeling that you've stumbled onto something a bit special.
Magari
ITALIAN •HARBOURSIDE
An authentic, independent Italian pasta workshop focusing on fresh, handmade pasta made daily on-site. The menu is concise, centred around simple, seasonal sauces and Italian aperitivo snacks.
Mangosteen
THAI •BEDMINSTER
A lively Thai tapas restaurant specialising in fresh, quickly prepared South-East Asian flavours with a selection of wine and cocktails.
Mark's Bakery
BRITISH, BAKERY, COFFEE •BEDMINSTER
An award-winning artisan bakery and Bristol institution, recently relocated to the Tobacco Factory. Known for their 'Southville Sourdough', exceptional pastries, and a partnership with 5 Acre Farm providing hyper-local seasonal produce.
Marmo
ITALIAN •CITY CENTER
A Michelin Bib Gourmand-awarded Italian-inspired osteria and wine bar in the city centre. Focuses on a concise, hyper-seasonal menu, handmade pasta, and an extensive list of organic and biodynamic European wines.
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.