Intimate dining in Bristol

“A fabulous independent family run traditonal French Restaurant (actually run by a French family), which puts many of the so called French inspired restruant to shame. We ordered from the set lunchtime menu (two or three courses), which was good value with two choices for each course & freshly prepared. I would definitely recommend & also suggest you book ahead as the restruant was close to full when we arrived.”

“First time eating here and it was delicious. Excellent flavour. I went for lunch and it was £4.99 for chicken wrap (porotta). Whilst the size was perfect for me (on the small size) others might want something else to go with it. The porotta was perfection - crispy but flaky. Not had one like this in years. Person serving me was super lovely, chatty, friendly. Will definitely be returning to try other items on the menu and spreading the word.”

“Lovely little restaurant with amazing service and wonderful food. The dishes arrived super quickly and were beautifully presented. The sushi was delicious and their curries are amazing too. Will definitely be returning ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️”

“Fantastic bar. Very knowledgeable and engaged staff. Fantastic cocktail selection and a great combination of local drinks, spirits and bar snacks. Decor is funky and fun, individual and in keeping with the feel of the place. Highly recommended. Do visit and enjoy. Plus they have Octomore Whisky!!!”

“We all had a fantastic evening at the Pear Orchard (The Hollow) Myself and my siblings arranged a surprise Anniversary for our parents 55 years! The evening was perfect in every way. Highly recommend venue. The memories we made and the fun we had in a hidden gem in Kingston Seymour will be treasured forever. A special thank you to Ed Catherine Mia and the team along with my lovely family who helped me to make this happen. Forever greatful Jo xxxx”

“Second visit and a second delightful evening. Interesting menu and entirely different from our last visit. I tried the non-alcoholic flight this time and it didn't leave me feeling like I'd missed out, just like they promise. Interesting and well paired with the dishes.”

“We recently celebrated my partner's 50th birthday with an unforgettable private dining experience, and I couldn't be happier with how it turned out! From the moment we arrived, the atmosphere was welcoming, and the service was impeccable. The food was simply divine. The meatball starter was nothing short of *orgasmic*—evidenced by the appreciative noises around the table, just packed with flavor and cooked to perfection. The chicken main was tender, juicy, and bursting with deliciousness, while the coffee Panna Cotta was a decadent dessert to die for, with the perfect balance of sweetness and texture. The drinks flowed seamlessly all night, keeping everyone in high spirits, but what really made the evening special was the chef. Not only was the food outstanding, but the chef himself was a true character—engaging, entertaining, and brought a fun, personal touch to the whole evening. It was an evening of amazing food, great drinks, and endless laughter, and we couldn't have asked for a better way to celebrate such a milestone. Highly recommend for anyone looking to create a memorable dining experience with friends and family!”

“Update: The new ownership has changed nothing about this review. Still incredible food, all of the recipes were handed over. So happy this is carrying on for another generation! Just wanted to counter a couple of the recent negative reviews. This place is truly great for lunch if you're in Totterdown. The grilled chicken rice box and wraps are perfect. The marinade and dressings on the salad are just super great. Just feels high quality and healthy with care taken in each meal they serve up. Always a happy smile when being served, its just a great local lunch place. Nothing incredibly fancy, but just reliably excellent at what they serve and always cooked fresh in front of you. The only negative thing from me is how busy they are isn't entirely related to how many people are in the shop as they take quite a few phone and collect orders. I wouldn't begrudge them this business at all though! So if on a whim you pop in its quite variable how long you wait for food, but its always worth the wait for what they hand you over the counter!”

“Fantastic service, really friendly, we asked to eat in and the chap said no problem not many people eat in they take away, he put our meals on plates, beautiful large piece of fish and proper chunky chips....He even went into his garden and picked 2 apples from his apple tree for our dessert....Highly recommend this fish & chip shop.. . Thank YOUUUU!!!...”

“Simply one of the best Middle East food I ever had, really authentic, simple and tasty!”

“We had a lovely lunch at Amalfi and would highly recommend it. The service was exceptional. Our table was delayed but they gave us a complimentary drink when we arrived, and Tony and his team were brilliant throughout. Excellent food as well!”

“Very enjoyable meal at this local winner. Great food and service from a family restaurant that’s been here for a while. Nice location too by the bridge & castle for an after dinner walk.”

“Gorgeous food with attentive service. We visited early on a Saturday evening having been able to call ahead and book a table - and we’re glad we did. After being seated at least four groups of customers were unfortunately turned away due to full booking. A shame really but, spoke volumes for how popular this venue was. The food did not disappoint. Having been on holiday to Italy, this was authenticity at its best. Pasta was cooked perfectly and the sauce was nothing short of moreish. The service from waiting staff should be commended with a polite and professional greeting from the outset. Bookings arrived during our feast and staff were greeting them again, remember details about their customers enquiring on updates. Which only showed how much the staff care about their customers and how much they value repeat custom. Overall top notch. If you manage to pay them a visit, you won’t be disappointed!”

“Came here for Sunday lunch for my son’s birthday, honestly the best Sunday lunch around. The service was also amazing, super attentive ☺️ we will 100% be back!”

“Recommended! Stumbled across this cosy little neighbourhood Thai and very much enjoyed my solo meal with great service, pleasant atmosphere and tasty food. Tip: the early bird special between 5.30 and 6.30pm is great value! They don't serve alcohol but I didn't miss it.”

“Really good burger spot. I stumbled across it when visiting my boy in hospital as it's just up the road. Delicious chicken burger, very nice cider on tap. Very friendly and helpful team. Can't wait to go back and try the beef.”

“Wasn’t easy to get a table but I can see why! This place is AMAZING loved the food and was very full when I got home. I had the pork tacos and they were beautiful. Also an extremely good cocktail menu, so tasty.”

“We had accidentally booked for the wrong day and they were very accommodating considering our mistake............I will say, it was Absolutely stunning. The food was incredible and the service was top notch. It wasn't cheap but then we didn't expect it to be considering how beautiful the food was. Was lovely to actually be able to talk to the chef himself and was very approachable. Thankyou for an unforgettable experience!!! Darren and Sarah”

“Loved the experience. The menu is carefully crafted and very interesting. I particularly appreciated the breadth of gluten free and GFOA options. Staff is kind and accommodating. A must-visit when in Bath :)”

“It's our go to restaurant for steak even though we're not local to it it's worth the trip. Always melt in the mouth steak. Puddings are good too, have had the Creme brûlée and the rice pudding. Big portions and good flavours.”

“One of the most charming pubs in Bath. Their signature pies are top notch every single time, but so are their sausages and all the other wonderful things they pile onto your plate! Their gravy flavours compliment the pies ans sausages so well. They also sale local ales and ciders. Staff are friendly and talkative. Unfortunately you can't book but this place is so worth the visit because the food and atmosphere are fantastic!”

“The best Thai I’ve ever had in the UK! The food was delicious and the service was second to none. Staff always had big smiles on their faces and made us feel incredibly welcome. The kitchen staff occasionally bursting into song always put a smile on our faces too. An essential visit.”

“Set within beautiful sloping gardens and orchards with a stunning view, the restaurant serves seasonal food from the garden in a relaxed atmosphere. We had sone delicious flavour combinations, all the dishes were prepared and cooked really nicely. There's also a good range of beer, cider, wine and cocktails. Will definitely be eating here again.”

“Fabulous tasting experience with amazing flavours and combinations Not usually a dessert person but both of them on the tasting menu were amazing A wonderful gem”

“There are lots of good walks near Hinton Charterhouse. I would recommend that, like us, you make the Stag your pit-stop of choice. The welcome is always warm and the food is really excellent. My friend had a Cajun Chicken and prawn special, which he said was delicious. Because I know how good it is, I went for ‘Old faithful’ - ham, 2 eggs and chips. It was to-die-for, as always. Home cooked ham packed with flavour, tender as you like, thick carved and plentiful; oh, and runny eggs! It’s a sensational lunch. It won’t be long before we find ourselves back here, I’m sure. UPDATE - We just visited for a Sunday roast. I can honestly say it’s probably the best pub roast I’ve ever had. You certainly won’t leave hungry. Highly recommended!”

“The most amazing vegan food and the loveliest service! Our two visits here were the highlight of our trip to Bath. The carrot salmon toast was absolutely out of this world - so good we came back again the next day to have it again.”

“Great atmosphere in a proper village pub. Sunday lunch memorable and one of the cheapest invthe area.”

“Delicious food & coffee, not exactly the best place for a nice sit-down meal but really liked the spot and would happily come back. I'm a bit of a coffee snob but loved the oat flat white, and the takeaway batch was also excellent”

“Fabulous little restaurant which serves fantastic food and great wines & beers. We booked a lunchtime slot and it didn’t disappoint. Homemade spaghetti dish for mains and scallops to start, both absolutely delicious. The restaurant has a pleasant ambience and atmosphere, the most lovely and friendly staff and the owner is very accommodating and stops to have a chat with his customers. We did stop a couple of evenings for drinks only and that was very pleasant too. The amount of people turned away at the door without a booking was frequent, I’d definitely recommend booking online if you want to dine. On our list of restaurants to revisit next time we’re in Bristol.”