Alfresco Dining in Bristol
From harbourside eateries to stunning roof terraces, we've picked out some of the best places to eat al fresco in Bristol when the sun is shining...
When the sun is shining, there are few nicer places to be than a pub garden or terrace. Here are a few of our favourites around Bristol...
Warm summer weather calls for al fresco eating at some of Bristol's best picnic spots...
It’s hard to beat a rooftop watering hole for an awesome view and glass of something chilled in summer...
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- No visit to Bristol is complete without relaxing in the city's vibrant, historic Harbourside.
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From a Victorian cemetery to picturesque woodland, pedal your way to some of Bristol's beautiful green spaces.
- Heading outdoors seems more appealing than ever. Even though Bristol is a city, it is closely surrounded by glorious countryside, there are over 400 parks and green spaces and we have some amazing outdoor visitor attractions so it's easy to spend time outside here.
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Cabot Circus
Bristol Shopping Quarter
Enjoy brunch, lunch or dinner at Cabot Circus with flavours from around the world. From the ultimate dining experience at Harvey Nichols, to authentic Italian at Piccolino.
The Railway Inn
North Somerset & the Mendips
The Railway Inn has been at the heart of Sandford village for over 140 years. Our beautifully restored traditional country pub is the ideal escape for expertly crafted food and cider pairings.
Highbury Vaults
St Michael's Hill
Highbury Vaults is a traditional, historic pub in the heart of the city, with a beautiful hidden walled garden where you can enjoy your favourite tipple, or a bite to eat in the sunshine.
360 Cafe at the Clifton Observatory
Clifton
Clifton Observatory’s 360 glass cafe offers both indoor and outdoor seating overlooking the City of Bristol and Clifton Suspension bridge.
Riverstation
Central Bristol
Located on Bristol’s iconic harbourside, Riverstation is the perfect place to enjoy lunch or dinner all year round. With it’s stunning terrace, balcony and unrivalled views of the river, it can only be described as one of the best alfresco dining…
The Cow & Sow - Clifton
Clifton
Bristol's favourite contemporary chophouse, focussing on prime cuts & small plates, located on Queen Square & Whiteladies Road.
Mud Dock Cycleworks and Cafe
Harbourside
Over the last 25 years, Mud Dock Café has evolved to become one of Bristol’s most successful independent restaurants.
Junction
Harbourside
Discover Bristol Beer Factory in the city centre. Expect a proper pub; ploughman’s lunches and Sunday roasts. BBF champion independent producers through locally sourced food, drinks, and guest Bristol beers.
Yeo Valley Canteen
Blagdon
Enjoy a coffee and a bacon sandwich, or lunch in the award-winning Canteen.
The Courtyard Cafe
Bristol & Bath
Housed within the stables of historic Ashton Court Mansion, the Courtyard Cafe is the perfect start or end to your adventure through the woods and grasslands on the estate.
Cargo Cantina
Central Bristol
Cargo Cantina is a bustling Mexican restaurant on the harbourside. Serving high quality tacos and margaritas, guests are encouraged to let loose, relax and enjoy the fun Mexican experience.
Veeno
Temple
Discover Veeno's diverse wine selection, including wines from their family vineyard. Pair them with traditional Italian dishes or their famous Grande board. Your Veeno experience awaits!
The Wellhead
Old City
The Wellhead is a unique cocktail bar overlooking Bristol’s iconic Floating Harbour. Originally the water source for the former brewery, the historic building is now a rustic café bar.
St George's Bristol Cafe Bar
West End
St George's beautiful grounds with patio seating and serene surroundings makes the perfect place for their alfresco Café Bar.
Brozen Bar
Central Bristol
A cutting edge, young, vibrant liquid nitrogen cocktail bar, always putting innovation and memorable experiences ahead of everything they do.
Bocabar Paintworks
East Bristol
Bocabar is a quirky loft style warehouse with lounge/bar and dining room. Most favoured for extensive Boca Pizza menu, locally sourced specials, cocktails, craft beers and fresh deli bar.
Lost and Grounded Brewers Brewery Tap Room
Brislington
Open weekly, the brewery tap room serves a range of fresh Lost and Grounded beers across 10 taps behind the bar as well as wine, cider and soft drink offerings.
Bocabar Finzels Reach
Central Bristol
Open seven days a week, Bocabar offers breakfast, lunch, dinner and Sunday roasts , looking to being a busy social, drinking and dining hub.
The Square Club
Clifton
Located in Clifton, The Square Kitchen is a fantastic fine-dining restaurant using locally sourced ingredients. Come for the food, stay for the lower-deck cocktail bar, where the bartenders will wow you with their vast repertoire of cocktails!