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Al Fresco Dining in Bristol

  1. Terrace at Harbour House

    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...

  2. Bristol's best pub gardens

    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...

  3. Bristol’s best picnic spots

    Warm summer weather calls for al fresco eating at some of Bristol's best picnic spots...

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    It’s hard to beat a rooftop watering hole for an awesome view and glass of something chilled in summer...

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  1. Add Cabot Circus to your Itinerary

    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.

  2. Add Cargo Cantina to your Itinerary

    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.

  3. Add 360 Cafe at the Clifton Observatory to your Itinerary

    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.

  4. Add The Courtyard Cafe to your Itinerary

    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.

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  5. Add The Rising Sun to your Itinerary

    The Rising Sun

    North Somerset & the Mendips

    A beautifully refurbished pub with 6 ensuite bedrooms. We're passionate about great food and drink, with an all-day food offer focused on seasonal, locally sourced produce and hearty pub classics.

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  6. Add Chew Valley Distillery to your Itinerary

    Chew Valley Distillery

    Chew Valley

    Chew Valley Distillery Is a multi award-winning gin distillery located on the borders of Bristol and Bath. Now open to the public for events, onsite drinks and shopping.

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  7. Add Goram & Vincent at The Avon Gorge by Hotel du Vin to your Itinerary

    Goram & Vincent at The Avon Gorge by Hotel du Vin

    Clifton

    Imagine a gritty, earthy smoke house with open kitchen for fire, smoke and theatre, coal fired grills, a smoker and bespoke clay ovens

    Indicative Availability

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  8. Add Temple Quay Market to your Itinerary

    Temple Quay Market

    Temple

    One of Bristol's longest running midweek markets, with an exciting range of international street food styles, and located in the heart of the city's business district at Temple Quay.

  9. Add Highbury Vaults to your Itinerary

    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.

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  10. Add St George's Bristol Cafe Bar to your Itinerary

    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.

    Indicative Availability

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  11. Add Thornbury Castle Restaurant to your Itinerary

    Thornbury Castle Restaurant

    S Gloucestershire & the S Cotswolds

    The restaurant at Thornbury Castle offers plenty of modern, British inspired dishes, as well as some traditional favourites. All dishes on the dinner menu use only the finest and freshest ingredients, many grown in the castle's kitchen garden and…

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  12. Add Lost and Grounded Brewers Brewery Tap Room to your Itinerary

    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.

    Indicative Availability

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  13. Add Mud Dock Cycleworks and Cafe to your Itinerary

    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.

    Indicative Availability

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  14. Add 1853 Restaurant & Bar at Tortworth Court to your Itinerary

    1853 Restaurant & Bar at Tortworth Court

    Tortworth

    Restaurant located in the original library of a Grade II Listed Victorian Mansion house serving locally inspired food made with the finest English produce.

    Indicative Availability

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  15. Add The Cow & Sow - Clifton to your Itinerary

    The Cow & Sow - Clifton

    Clifton

    Bristol's favourite contemporary chophouse, focussing on prime cuts & small plates, located on Queen Square & Whiteladies Road.

    Indicative Availability

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  16. Add The Tobacco Factory Cafe Bar to your Itinerary

    The Tobacco Factory Cafe Bar

    Southville

    The Tobacco Factory is a large, contemporary cafe bar in south Bristol, at the heart of a bustling community.

  17. Add Chequers Inn to your Itinerary

    Chequers Inn

    Hanham

    With riverside views, Chequers Inn is all about the good things in life - the best cask ales and craft beer, fine wines from around the world, an exceptional collection of gins and delicious seasonal menus using only the best of British ingredients.

    Indicative Availability

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  18. Add Noah's to your Itinerary

    Noah's

    Central Bristol

    Proudly independent and family-run by husband-and-wife team Dan & Joie Rosser, Noah’s is a relaxed riverside restaurant that’s passionate about showcasing the finest fish & chips and best of British seafood.

    Indicative Availability

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  19. Add The Square Club to your Itinerary

    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!

    Indicative Availability

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  20. Add Harbour House to your Itinerary

    Harbour House

    Harbourside

    Harbour House is an all day venue, for every occasion, with quality at its core. A waterfront restaurant, bar and terrace.

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