Ramen Ya
JAPANESE •GLOUCESTER ROAD
A cozy, family-owned Japanese restaurant on the bustling Gloucester Road. Known for its laid-back atmosphere, excellent value, and deeply comforting bowls of traditional ramen featuring slow-cooked broths (like their signature 10-hour Tonkotsu). They also serve fantastic steamed buns and classic Izakaya-style sides.
Renato's
ITALIAN, AMERICAN •CITY CENTER
A legendary King Street institution reborn. Reopened by Left Handed Giant and Pizza Is Lovely, it combines the nostalgic 'theatre bar' soul of the original 1980s venue with a modern focus on meat-free Detroit-style deep dish pizzas upstairs and New York-style slices in the bustling downstairs bar.
Rice & Things
CARIBBEAN •STOKES CROFT
A legendary Bristol institution and 'Executive Jamaican Restaurant' run by Chef Neufville. Renowned for authentic, high-quality Jamaican cuisine including curry goat, jerk chicken, and ackee & saltfish, served in a warm, traditional environment that focuses on the spirit of community and genuine Caribbean flavors.
Roam Wild Coffee
COFFEE •CITY CENTER
A fantastic independent coffee spot bringing high-quality specialty coffee to the local Bristol community. Perfect for grabbing a cup on a walk or catching up with friends.
Root
BRITISH, VEGAN, TAPAS •HARBOURSIDE
A vegetable-forward small plates restaurant located in Cargo 1. While not strictly vegetarian, plants take center stage here, earning them a Michelin Bib Gourmand for sustainable, high-quality dining.
Ruby Hue
CAFE •CITY CENTER
A stylish 'bean-to-bar' chocolate factory and cafe located in the historic Finzels Reach. They focus on ethical, traceable cacao, producing their own chocolate on-site. Famous for their 70s retro aesthetic and bespoke hot chocolates where you choose the specific bean origin, milk, and handmade topping.
Saigon Kitchen
VIETNAMESE •GLOUCESTER ROAD
An authentic, family-run Vietnamese restaurant specialising in traditional street food and fragrant noodle soups. Their menu is built on time-honored recipes, featuring 24-hour slow-cooked Pho, crispy spring rolls, and vibrant bun salads in a cozy, welcoming setting.
Sambol
SRI LANKAN •BEDMINSTER
An authentic Sri Lankan kitchen in the heart of Bristol's Old City. Specializing in traditional short eats, vibrant kottu, and aromatic curries, it brings the bold, spicy flavors of Colombo to a modern, casual dining setting. Known for its 'Sambol' condiments and house-made specialties.
Seven Lucky Gods
JAPANESE •HARBOURSIDE
A contemporary Japanese-style Izakaya bar and restaurant located in Wapping Wharf. Inspired by the Izakaya bars of Tokyo, it serves up an incredibly popular menu of Asian-fusion tapas, sushi, and innovative cocktails.
Sonny Stores
ITALIAN •SOUTHVILLE
Operating out of a vibrant corner site in Southville, Sonny Stores delivers exceptional, Italian leaning seasonal dishes. The kitchen revolves around daily changing menus, featuring handmade pastas, fresh market fish, and carefully sourced meats. It is a brilliant neighborhood spot that pairs high-level culinary technique with a relaxed, welcoming dining room.
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.
Squeezed
AMERICAN •HARBOURSIDE
An award-winning independent burger restaurant famous for its gourmet burgers, fresh-cut fries with Ancho chilli salt, and homemade lemonades. It operates out of two converted shipping containers at Wapping Wharf and gained national recognition after winning the National Burger Awards in 2019. Everything, including sauces and fries, is made fresh on-site.