You will never be far away from a great Sunday roast in Bristol. With so many restaurants and pubs serving Sunday lunch, it can be difficult to know where to start, but for the crispiest roast potatoes and perfectly presented plates, try our suggestions below, or read our guide to Bristol's best roast dinners.
Dining at The Ox is an experience to remember; hidden below Corn Street, you’re transported into a subterranean world that was once a bank vault, and now serves up top-quality steaks and a luxurious Sunday roast. Enjoy a three-course Sunday lunch with all the trimmings at Mercure Bristol Grand Hotel, or choose to enjoy your roast with a waterside view at Harbour House, The Ostrich, Riverstation or Chequers Inn.
For a truly memorable experience, enjoy your roast dinner aboard Brunel's SS Great Britain, in the ship’s opulent First Class Dining Saloon. Or take a seat in a cosy pub to enjoy your roast - The Christmas Steps and Highbury Vaults are two local favourites.
BANK Restaurant serve a contemporary Sunday lunch and was included in the Top 50 Roasts in the UK by The Good Food Guide in 2024. The Bank Tavern has won numerous awards for its roast dinner, and is best known for having a year-long waiting list for Sunday lunch!
Perhaps you’ll just be arriving in Bristol on a Sunday as you try to beat the more crowded weekends. Many of the hotels offer Sunday lunches at their own dedicated restaurants, or some venues such as The Old Market Assembly serve roast dinners until 6pm (perfect timing if you’re going to see a show at The Wardrobe Theatre!).
If you’re looking for some more plant-based options, explore our guide to vegetarian and vegan food.
Sunday lunch with a twist
Looking for something a bit different? Bar 44 in Clifton does a Spanish-style sharing roast every Sunday, while Pieminister let you pair their pies with all the trimmings of a great roast dinner, from roasted veg to a big pot of gravy.
Country pub lunches
In the beautiful countryside surrounding Bristol, there are plenty of traditional country pubs serving up a wide choice of tasty dishes every Sunday, from carveries and classic roast dinners to burgers and salads. Enjoy your Sunday lunch in the huge garden at Ring o’Bells, in the snug at The Upton, or in the 18th century surrounds of The Queens Chew Magna.
We also have a guide to Things you can do in Bristol on a Sunday , which you might find helpful!
