Best Casual Restaurants in Bristol

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1. Pho Bristol

4.6

Exceptional(345)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Vietnamese • Bristol

Booked 12 times today

Pho is a healthy Vietnamese restaurant that specialise in pho noodle soup, the national dish of Vietnam. Aside from pho, you can also expect to find amazing sharing starters, healthy salads, hearty rice bowls and decadent curries. They have a range of freshly made juices and also Vietnamese beers and a large wine and cocktail list. Pho’s menu is 40% vegan and nearly entirely gluten-free too. They also have an accessible kids’ menu where children can get a meal and a drink for £5.50.

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2. Keepers Kitchen & Bar.

new

3.0

Good(1)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Unspecified • Bristol

Relax with a meal and a drink morning, noon, and night at Keepers Kitchen & Bar. Enjoy the ambiance and sample traditional British cuisine with a twist, featuring a unique menu featuring honey from our rooftop beehive.

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3. Bristol Harbour Kitchen & Bar

4.0

Excellent(25)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Contemporary British • Bristol

Enjoy a spot of West Country hospitality and take your seat at the marble bar, cocktail in hand, overlooking the open kitchen as you sample the finest flavours the region has to offer. The menu is brimming full of British classics and seafood favourites to delight even the most ardent of foodies.

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4. Green House Bristol

2.8

(4)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• British • Bristol

Welcome to the Greenhouse, located in the heart of Bristol on the historic College Green.This contemporary bar combines a tranquil and intimate ambience, with a stimulating splash of a summer’s day.The Greenhouse Team invites you to experience an innovative yet classic array of food and drinks served to you by its warm and friendly team, while you watch the world go by, or sports on its many screens. From all of us at Team Green House, we look forward to seeing you soon.

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5. Slug and Lettuce Bristol, City Center

4.1

Excellent(1)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• International • Bristol

The Slug and Lettuce Bristol City Centre is a great place to meet. Whether it’s joining us for your morning coffee, breakfast, lunch or dinner we can cater for all your needs. Our offers and promotions every day is for you to take advantage of. We boast a lively and friendly atmosphere; have a beautiful garden, and modern, stylish dining areas. We have amazing staff that are happy to help, whether it’s taking you through the amazing Cocktail Masterclass experience or looking after your party.

6. Walkabout Bristol

3.0

Good(0)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Australian • Bristol

Experience the dynamic Australian ambiance at Walkabout Bristol, situated near the scenic Castle Park, our venue offers the ideal fusion of excitement and leisure. Immerse yourself in the thrill of live sports on our high-definition screens while enjoying refreshing drinks with friends. Indulge in our delectable selection of juicy burgers, and sharing platters meticulously crafted to indulge your taste buds. But the excitement doesn't end there! Raise your evening with our VIP packages, tailored to make your celebration truly unforgettable. Whether it's a birthday bash, bachelor/bachelorette party, or simply a night out with friends, Walkabout Bristol has you covered. Join us for an Australian-inspired journey brimming with sports, mouth-watering cuisine, and top-notch hospitality.

7. The Birkett Tap

3.0

Good(2)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Pub • Bristol

The Birkett Tap is Bristol’s quirkiest new venue; we are still your go-to rustic pub yet we offer a fun energetic atmosphere, ranging from Retro games nights, to FIFA tournaments and even a TFI Friday (Thank Funk! Its Friday) Vinyl night!”

8. Paco Tapas

4.6

Exceptional(2068)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Tapas / Small Plates • Bristol

Award Winning Paco Tapas is named after chef Peter Sanchez-Iglesias’ father, Paco, who is from Seville. The restaurant is deeply rooted in Spanish tradition and family heritage.Located by the Bathurst Basin, Paco Tapas features dark walls, exposed brick, and sherry barrel tables, creating the perfect atmosphere for sharing plates with friends and family.Our menu showcases a selection of classic interpretations and seasonal tapas dishes made with the finest ingredients, including Cornish day boat fish, deep-sea Carabineros from the Mediterranean Sea, and Amela tomatoes from Granada.To complement the food, we offer a carefully curated selection of sherry, wines, and cocktails.At Paco Tapas, we aim to create a fun and approachable dining experience, focusing on great ingredients and even better memories. Inspired by the legacy of Paco himself, our restaurant is a tribute to Spanish warmth, flavour, and hospitality.

9. Kibou Clifton

4.7

Exceptional(27)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Japanese • Clifton

Booked 30 times today

Located in Clifton Village, KIBOU brings a slice of Tokyo-chic to this popular neighbourhood of Bristol. A haven for any sushi or ramen lover, the restaurant is know for it's vibrant and quirky interiors, Japanese-inspired murals, and eye-catching display of red Japanese acers. Featuring an extensive menu of classic and contemporary Japanese hot food and sushi, plus a decadent range of weekly changing specials, dive into Instagram-worthy platters of sushi and sashimi, the crispest of tempura, rich katsu curry, pillowy bao buns and the most soulful of ramen. They also serve a fabulous Japanese-inspired afternoon tea and run a Bottomless Sushi session on Saturdays. Add to this a range of signature and classic cocktails - The KIBOU is a must try - sake tasting flights, Japanese whisky and Japanese brewed beers, and your visit to KIBOU in Clifton is complete!

10. The River Grille

new

4.4

Awesome(193)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary European • Bristol

Booked 1 time today

With its lofty dimensions, exquisite wooden floors and floor-to-ceiling windows offering stunning views of the Harbourside, The River Grille is one of Bristol’s most elegant all day dining venues – famed for its superb steaks, vibrant ambience and unique setting.And with musical entertainment in the form of live piano on Friday & Saturday evenings and Sunday lunchtimes, it is easy to see why The River Grille is among the best restaurants in Bristol.The River Grille’s menus showcase the finest seasonal ingredients, locally sourced and simply but deliciously prepared. Highlights include fresh fish and seafood – with specials that include the catch of the day from the nearby fishing port of Brixham – and deliciously tender steaks made from 28 day aged West Country beef, all expertly barbecued on a Josper grill.

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Monika
Bristol •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
wonderful service - Simona is a very nice person and very helpful. The food is delicious. I recommend it
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Pho BristolPrice: Moderate• Vietnamese• Bristol
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4.6
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Mark
London •16 reviews
4.0
Dined on Feb 9, 2025
Very good team and food is fine, very quiet during our Sunday lunch left it a bit soulless.
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Bristol Harbour Kitchen & BarPrice: Moderate• Contemporary British• Bristol
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4
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AnnJ
London •3 reviews
4.0
Dined on Aug 21, 2023
The place looked a little run down and tired but the bar staff were lovely and the food was excellent and with the 2 for 1 offer amazing value 😊
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Green House BristolPrice: Moderate• British• Bristol
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2.8

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