COR

Description

COR in Bristol brings a warm, neighbourhood charm to Bedminster’s North Street, blending Mediterranean sunshine with laid‑back West Country hospitality. Run by husband‑and‑wife duo Mark and Karen Chapman, the restaurant’s name comes from the Latin for ‘heart’, which sums up the ethos here: welcoming, unpretentious and driven by a genuine love of good food and good company. With a Bib Gourmand from the Michelin Guide in both 2023 and 2024, alongside recognition in The Good Food Guide, Timeout, Hardens UK and multiple other accolades, COR has quickly cemented itself as one of the city’s most beloved dining spots.

Head Chef Vyck Colsell and Restaurant Manager Tallulah Small lead a talented team delivering a seasonal menu inspired by Mediterranean flavours, fine‑tuned with techniques from Mark Chapman’s fine‑dining background. Expect small plates that balance sophistication with comfort - the sort of dishes you’ll want to share, but might not actually want to part with. With influences shaped by Mark’s years working in six‑star resorts, award‑winning Sydney kitchens and top Bristol institutions such as Bravas, Gambas and Cargo Cantina, COR’s menu changes regularly to keep things fresh while minimising waste.

Since opening, COR has also earned its place among the UK’s top dining destinations, appearing in the SquareMeal Top 100 and celebrated for its buzzy atmosphere and effortlessly joyful service. It’s the kind of place that feels just as suited to a spontaneous solo bite as it does to a long, laughter‑filled evening with friends - a proper neighbourhood gem with a big heart and even bigger flavour.

Info

  • Happily Affordable ££
  • None

Hours

Day Open Close Notes
Monday - -
Tuesday 12:00 23:00
Wednesday 12:00 23:00
Thursday 12:00 23:00
Friday 12:00 23:00
Saturday 12:00 23:00
Sunday - -

Location

Address

COR, 81 North Street, Bedminster, BS3 1ES

Menus

  • Cuisines

    This venue serves British and European food.

Private Hire

Name Type Capacity
Seated
Capacity
Standing
Cost Min spend
Midweek*
Min spend
Weekend*
0 0 - - -

* The minimum spends are a guideline only and vary according to the day and time of the year.

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