Looking to bypass the sticky clubs and hectic crowds this new year? Whether you're looking to celebrate with your beau over an evening of fine dining or the gang has chosen to opt for a tapas-fuelled fiesta, these dinners are sure to put you in good stead for an epic end to 2026. Packed full of some of the city's finest and most popular spots, check out our guide to New Year's Eve restaurants in Bristol.
Wanna get your groove on? Check out our guide to New Year's Eve events here.
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Last updated on 6th January 2026
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Swap the usual Bristol New Year's Eve rave for a three-course meal at Brewhouse & Kitchen, paired with some excellent beer. For just £26.95, you can munch on homemade rosemary and sea salt focaccia, smoky bacon cheeseburgers and a luxury blackcurrant prosecco cheesecake for dessert.
The Lost & Found is not only one of Bristol's prettiest restaurants, it's one of its most delicious, serving up a bottomless New Year's Eve dinner in the city, for just £69.95. On the drinks front? You can expect endless prosecco with your booking.
Japanese and sushi restaurant Yakinori is the perfect choice for a New Year's Eve feast this year, as the popular independent restaurant is open on 31st December. From poke bowls to curries and sashimi, alongside quirky dishes like salmon sushi tacos - with a range of mochi flavours for dessert.
With gorgeous views overlooking the water, Riverstation is a great shout for New Year's Eve in Bristol 2026. The head chef has designed an elegant selection of sharing boards, to be paired with plenty of bubbles, and you can expect an afterparty too.
Browns is pretty much a go-to for New Year's Eve in Bristol, offering seasonal food and drink for groups. Expect nothing other than exquisite dishes carefully curated by the kitchen staff, with expertly-mixed cocktails and great music all evening.
Still serving their Christmas menu on New Year's Eve, Indian street food restaurant Mowgli is a top choice of places to eat on 31st December. Head to this historical building on Corn Street to take in the fairy light and tree-filled interiors, all while dining on three courses for £35 per person (price includes a beer or glass of prosecco each too).
Think Himalayan takes on cheese toast, two-tier curry tiffin boxes, chocolate brownies and more.
Dinner followed by a banging party? Sign us up. King Street Brewhouse are chucking out all kinds of cocktails and prosecco on the 31st, as well as a menu of Mexican favourites like loaded fries or nachos, fish tacos, pulled pork burritos and chips'n'dips.
The Lock Keeper are starting 2026 the way they mean to go on, with excellent food and a whole lot of booze. This picturesque countryside pub serves fresh British produce through classic dishes like burgers and pies, and there's bound to be a cracking party to follow your meal.
Redcliffe Hill spot Colosseum is a Mediterranean-inspired tapas spot that's perfect for bringing a fun angle to your New Year's Eve dinner (or even bottomless brunch, if you fancy). Check 'em out for short rib feta croquettes, parmentier potatoes, chorizo simmered in wine and more.
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Slug and Lettuce are cooking up some of the best New Year's Eve dinner in Bristol, as well as bottomless brunches if you fancy starting your celebrations early. Snack on sharing plates and sip cocktails as you enjoy the party tunes and good vibes at this pretty venue.
At the Mall in Clifton, you can enjoy a meal in close proximity to the New Year's Eve fireworks on Bristol suspension bridge. The pretty rooftop area will give you an incredible view as the sky lights up at midnight, while the menu features small plates, sharers and hearty mains.
