Best Restaurants In Bristol City Centre

After cool places to eat in the Bristol city centre? BrewDog needs no introduction with its amazing selection of craft beer, although we're here for the strong food menu. Think sourdough pizzas, huge hotdogs and charcuterie boards.

Renowned for its signature sourdough pizzas and riverside views, The Stable is one of the best restaurants in Bristol Harbourside. Unusual offerings include Burger On The Dancefloor, comprising of beef, onions and gherkins, as well as the Aubergine Kenobi topped with sunblush tomatoes.

This Bristol harbourside restaurant is a top summertime spot, with outdoor dining on the terrace and a balcony that provides great views of the water. Snap up a table at Riverstation to gobble down dishes like pan-roasted trout accompanied by pink fir potatoes.

You'll find Mowgli on Corn Street, flaunting a stunning dining area complete with hanging rope swing seats, an abundance of fairy lights and a tree in the centre. Owned by celebrity chef Nisha Katona, you can expect a menu of authentic Indian street food here.

Take a seat in these stunning surrounds to tuck into the likes of gunpowder chicken, tender panner cubes in chilli, fenugreek-kissed fries and so much more.

Make your way to Honest Burger for a scrumptious patty and bun combo to be reckoned with. Chow down classic creations and quirky monthly specials, paired with rosemary-salted chips and a locally brewed beer. Plus, if you fancy a bargain, you can nab a smashed burger and a side for just £8.90.

Step inside Cosy Club Bristol and discover a venue where historic elegance meets modern comfort. Set within a magnificent Grade II listed building, this stunning space showcases Neo-Palladian architecture, complete with a soaring domed ceiling, intricate stonework and vintage-inspired décor - all wrapped in a warm, welcoming atmosphere.

The all-day menu is a celebration of flavour, offering everything from British classics to globally inspired dishes like Spanish-style chicken, Asian buttermilk chicken and rich seafood linguine. Brunch lovers are in for a treat too, with favourites such as smashed avocado and fluffy buttermilk pancakes, plus the option to upgrade to bottomless drinks for £25 per person - choose from cocktails, fizz or mocktails.

Located in the Old City, Mugshot is a stylish 1920s-inspired space and quite possibly one of the best steak restaurants in Bristol city centre. Boasting crystal chandeliers, wood-panelled walls and a selection of pizzas and prime cuts, it's a fabulous spot for sultry dinners.

Formerly on Bristol's Michelin‑starred The Pony and Trap, head chef Rob Howell brings his simple yet show-stopping dishes to Root. Spread across a cluster of converted shipping containers in Wapping Wharf, this is a veg-led gem in the heart of the city.

Expect spectacular season produce, from Jerusalem artichoke to pumpkin and hispi cabbage alongside slow-cooked meats and perfectly prepared seafood. One look at the menu at it's clear to see why this place bagged a Michelin Bib Gourmand.

Set in a stunning Grade II-listed building, Old India is a total beaut, making it perfect for date nights and special occasions. The award-winning restaurant also uses the dum pukth slow-cooking method to create delicious plates such as lamb sagwala and paneer butter masala. 

This Thai street food-inspired restaurant serves popular classics, including chicken katsu curry and Thai red curry alongside a selection of bibimbaps. TuKTuck also caters to veggies and vegans with dishes such as Korean kimchi pancakes and pumpkin croquettes.

Fine dining in Bristol? The Ox is a bit of a no-brainer. Settle into the romantic interiors, complete with dimmed lighting and a pretty gorgeous mural. Head over for date night to enjoy classic martinis alongside grilled scallop starters and juicy steaks.

In a pair of converted shipping containers in Wapping Wharf's Cargo 1, BOX-E brings spectacular seasonal dishes and intimate dining to the centre of the city. Settle into one of its 14 seats to tuck into dishes that have rightly earned the place a Michelin Bib Gourmand and two AA Rosettes.

Chef Elliot Lidstone and his wife Tessa run the show, serving up bold British dishes with touches that'll keep you guessing. We're talking soy‑glazed onglet, miso roasted courgette and seared scallops with sag aloo.

When it comes to the top restaurants in Bristol city centre, Casa just has to make the list. Led by the same family behind Michelin-starred Paco Tapas, this Guinea Street eatery is slinging out stunning Italian food in a cosy and intimate setting.

Burger Theory is flipping good, serving up delicious and refreshingly quirky offerings, such as the Cheeky Clucker. This bad boy features crispy chicken thigh, maple chipotle sauce, American cheese, bacon bits and slaw in a brioche bun. 

Satisfy those pasta cravings with a trip to Bella Vista on Victoria Street. While the interior is cosy, the terrace offers beautiful riverside views - a perfect setting to indulge in risotto, calamari, pizza and a glass of vino or two.

Coal Kitchen Cocktail Bar & Restaurant is quite the stunner for happy hour cocktails and first dates, but did you know it also serves as one of the best restaurants in Bristol's Cabot Circus? Enjoy international fare such as halloumi skewers and Asian noodle salads.