The River Grille

Name: The River Grille
Address: Prince Street Narrow Key, Bristol, United Kingdom, BS1 4QF
Telephone: 0117 900 7844
Price range: £26 to £40
Rating: 4.5

4.5 (192)

£26 to £40

Contemporary European

Prince Street, Narrow Key, Bristol, BS1 4QF

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2 people

Jul 7, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 2 times today

Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

Good for special occasions
Great for scenic views
Great for brunch

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.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
£26 to £40
Cuisines
Contemporary European, British, Afternoon Tea
Hours of operation
Mon–Fri 6:30 am–10:00 am Daily 5:30 pm–9:30 pm Daily 12:30 pm–4:30 pm Sat, Sun 7:30 am–11:00 am
Phone number
0117 900 7844
Website
https://www.doylecollection.com/hotels/the-bristol-hotel/dining
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive chef
Pawel Mikolajczewski

Location
Prince Street, Narrow Key, Bristol, BS1 4QF
Neighborhood
Bristol
Parking details
The cost of the NCP car park next door to The River Grille is discounted to 50% for our diners, or £5, depending on which is cheaper.
Public transit
Entertainment
The River Grille boasts a traditional, modern to classical pianist every Friday night, Saturday we have a Jazz trio or duo and again on Sunday Lunchtimes we have a talented and lively modern pianist.
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, High Tea, Non-Smoking, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

Graduation Lunch/Dinner
Jul 1, 2025 - Jul 31, 2025
Celebrate graduation with us here at River Grille, enjoy a complimentary bottle of English sparkling wine when having a 2 course lunch. (groups of 4+) or a complimentary bottle of English sparkling wine on groups of 6+ for dinner.
Afternoon Tea
£27.95 per person
Multiple dates available
Relax and take in the sights of the Harbourside as you savour our Afternoon Tea in the chic modern setting of The River Grille restaurant. Served on gorgeous crockery, our traditional scones with Cornish clotted cream and jam, miniature cakes, and finger sandwiches are sure to delight.
Pre-theatre meal
Jun 26, 2025 - Aug 9, 2025
Enjoy a delicious two course pre-theatre meal with 20% off your total bill and free parking for the duration of your evening. Perfectly timed for your show, our menu features fresh, seasonal dishes served with style - all just steps from the Hippodrome. Book your table now and start your night with flavour.

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Soup of the day£8.00
house soda bread
Classic French onion soup£9.00
Pan-seared Kingfisher Brixham scallops£15.00
pea purée, crisp chorizo
Beef carpaccio£15.00
rocket, Parmesan, crisp capers
Tiger prawns Al Ajilo£15.00
smoked paprika crostini
Sun blushed tomato hummus£9.00
pickled crudites, corn tostada
Grilled mackerel£14.00
potato salad, basil, Kalamata olive
Pea & vegan feta fritters£10.00
red pepper & tomato salsa, crisp rocket

Salads

Classic Caesar£15.00
rosemary croutons, Parmesan dressing
Grilled goat cheese salad£15.00
seasonal leaves, tomato salsa, balsamic glaze
Superfood salad£14.00
quinoa, broccoli, vegan feta, pomegranate
- marinated grilled chicken£5.00
- halloumi£5.00
- prawns£6.00

Favourites

Kingfisher market catch of the day
Baked whole bream£29.00
salsa verde, turned new potatoes
Chicken Milanese£27.00
capers, rocket, Parmesan, fries
Fresh egg tagliatelle£25.00
oak-smoked salmon, asparagus spears, sugar snap peas, capers
Duo of duck£29.00
confit leg & half breast, spring greens, chive gnocchi
Cider braised pork belly£27.00
boulangère potatoes, savoy cabbage, sautéed granny smith, jus
Beer battered Kingfisher fillet of haddock£22.00
crushed peas, triple-cooked chips, tartare sauce
Roast cod loin£26.00
peperonata, samphire, saffron aioli
Baked ratatouille skillet£20.00
topped with crisp onion, aioli

From the Josper Grill

Buxton butchers Black Angus grass fed steaks
- 10oz ribeye£38.00
- 6oz fillet£38.00
- 10oz sirloin steak£33.00
Classic Hereford cheeseburger£20.00
house burger sauce, confit onion, pickles, fries, house slaw
- Add bacon£1.50
Marinated chicken breast burger£20.00
avocado, rocket, ketchup, fries, house slaw
- Add bacon£1.50

Sides

Fries£6.00
Triple cooked chips£6.00
New potatoes£6.00
chive crème fraîche
Boulangère potatoes£6.00
Steamed tenderstem broccoli£6.00
Romesco
Confit plum tomatoes£6.00
garlic, rosemary, thyme
Garlic Portobello mushrooms£6.00
Wilted Spring greens£6.00
Garden salad£6.00

What 192 people are saying

The River Grille reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.5

4.5 based on recent ratings

4.5Food
4.4Service
4.2Ambience
4.3Value

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192 Reviews

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Paula
Bristol2 reviews
4.0
Dined on June 7, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
We went to River Grille for their jazz brunch, to celebrate my sister's birthday. The meal began with a delicious cocktail. One of our party doesn't drink alcohol, so our helpful waiter, Jermaine, quickly brought a mocktail menu for her. The 3 course brunch was tasty and well balanced. There are several choices for main, including a few without meat, which suited me. The music was enjoyable, without being overwhelming. A very good experience overall.
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Graham
London27 reviews
3.0
Dined on May 23, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 2
Went for pre-theatre dinner. Was exactly what we wanted. Bit pricey, esp drinks, but nice we enjoyed it. Nice view onto waterside.
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Greg VIP
Edinburgh/Midlothian5 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 11, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 5
Food was slow coming out but was high quality when it arrived.
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toby
London10 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 30, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I was quite surprised at how good the food was. Likewise - service was excellent - thanks Justine!
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David
Berkshire1 review
5.0
Dined on March 30, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Good food, Good portion size Great staff. Bright airy with great views of busy Bristol
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John VIP
London26 reviews
4.0
Dined on February 20, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
very enjoyable lunch, excellent service and good food.
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Ron
Liverpool/Merseyside9 reviews
5.0
Dined on January 11, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Lovely restaurant in a great location. Service was outstanding -friendly and helpful yet unobtrusive. Food was really well presented and a high standard, as was the wine. Really nice touch to have a live pianist playing an amazing selection.
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Petra
Devon1 review
5.0
Dined on December 31, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Easy booking system, confirmed and followed up. Good and friendly welcome, we’re given a window table and the place was buzzing and attractive. Waiter, Orlaith was attentive and friendly from the get go, she was happy to recommend and we appreciated her style and service very much. The food was tasty and satisfying. Will return and happy to recommend.
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Kelly
Devon1 review
4.0
Dined on December 7, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Shame about the service, we were well welcomed but never got desert menu and plates were not cleared quickly. Exceptional food and wine selection
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PennyB
Bristol1 review
4.0
Dined on December 6, 2018
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
My sister and I love to come here when we meet up in Bristol. The menu is varied and all choices are good. The service is excellent and discreet. Sometimes, if we are lucky, there is a pianist. A lucky find and a good place to sit and watch people outside.
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Make a reservation

2 people

Jul 7, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 2 times today

Experiences are available.

Prince Street, Narrow Key, Bristol, BS1 4QF

Additional information

Neighborhood
Bristol
Hours of operation
Mon–Fri 6:30 am–10:00 am Daily 5:30 pm–9:30 pm Daily 12:30 pm–4:30 pm Sat, Sun 7:30 am–11:00 am
Price
£26 to £40
Cuisines
Contemporary European, British, Afternoon Tea
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
The cost of the NCP car park next door to The River Grille is discounted to 50% for our diners, or £5, depending on which is cheaper.
Public transit
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Pawel Mikolajczewski
Entertainment
The River Grille boasts a traditional, modern to classical pianist every Friday night, Saturday we have a Jazz trio or duo and again on Sunday Lunchtimes we have a talented and lively modern pianist.
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, High Tea, Non-Smoking, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
https://www.doylecollection.com/hotels/the-bristol-hotel/dining
Phone number
0117 900 7844

The River Grille

Make a reservation

About this restaurant

Additional information

Graduation Lunch/Dinner

Afternoon Tea

Pre-theatre meal

For the Table

Charcuterie£16.00

Homemade bread selection£6.00

Marinated Nocellara olives£5.00

Vegan board£15.00

Starters

Soup of the day£8.00

Classic French onion soup£9.00

Pan-seared Kingfisher Brixham scallops£15.00

Beef carpaccio£15.00

Tiger prawns Al Ajilo£15.00

Sun blushed tomato hummus£9.00

Grilled mackerel£14.00

Pea & vegan feta fritters£10.00

Salads

Classic Caesar£15.00

Grilled goat cheese salad£15.00

Superfood salad£14.00

Favourites

Kingfisher market catch of the day

Baked whole bream£29.00

Chicken Milanese£27.00

Fresh egg tagliatelle£25.00

Duo of duck£29.00

Cider braised pork belly£27.00

Beer battered Kingfisher fillet of haddock£22.00

Roast cod loin£26.00

Baked ratatouille skillet£20.00

From the Josper Grill

Buxton butchers Black Angus grass fed steaks

Classic Hereford cheeseburger£20.00

Marinated chicken breast burger£20.00

Sides

Fries£6.00

Triple cooked chips£6.00

New potatoes£6.00

Boulangère potatoes£6.00

Steamed tenderstem broccoli£6.00

Confit plum tomatoes£6.00

Garlic Portobello mushrooms£6.00

Wilted Spring greens£6.00

Garden salad£6.00

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