Bristol

Bell's is very probably Bristol's best – and certainly most daring – bistro. — Lonely Planet

The busy bar specialises in cocktails and offers a menu of Mediterranean and Asian inspired dishes. The upstairs restaurant and terrace serve modern European fare. — Michelin Guide

Dress up or down at this pool-view spot, where you can eat tapas by the water or try a tasting menu that features a selection of foraged delights. — Time Out

A Clifton classic, as perfect for morning coffee as for a proper sit-down dinner. — Lonely Planet

Meat, meat and more meat. And what mighty fine meat it is – served up by dapperly dressed waiters and waitresses in the most unlikely of locations. — Time Out

Cavernous Victorian pumping station for the adjacent docks; now a rustic pub with a smart mezzanine restaurant. — Michelin Guide

Beef is the star at this restaurant, where the focus is on locally sourced ingredients. Try the lunch deal, or eat early and snag a bargain rump steak. — Time Out

Bold plates of Middle Eastern and North African food meet locally sourced ingredients. The sharing platters are a good choice, and there’s also a weekend brunch. — Time Out

In the heart of the old city, this trendy eatery benefits from its location in the St. Nicholas Market by offering a range of fresh seasonal produce, either to eat in or take out. — Fodor's

Everything from goat's-cheese tart and Serrano ham to damson jam and poppy-seed cake is stocked at this gorgeous deli, where the shelves are filled with more cheeses and charcuterie than a Provençal street market. — Lonely Planet

Despite the name, this laid-back and vaguely eccentric place is quintessentially English, and ideal for a relaxed lunch away from the nearby rigors of the Park Street shopping scene. — Fodor's

A homely bangers and mash joint. Other British dishes are also on offer. — Time Out

Bristolians swear this place serves the city's lushest breakfast. — Lonely Planet

Located at the Bristol Hotel, right by the harbour, the River Grille & Lounge offers a contemporary food menu benefiting from the abundance of quality West Country produce. — Time Out

This converted river barge is great for a romantic dinner, with candlelit tables and harbour views through a glass extension. The food revolves around French and Italian flavours. — Lonely Planet