The best restaurants for dining out this spring in Bristol

Since spring symbolises growth and new possibilities, the best way to celebrate that mindset is by exploring new flavours. Thai food is always a cuisine that features an abundance of exotic ingredients and a variety of dishes that can help you start the new season off right. If we piqued your interest, you should visit Giggling Squid whose mission it is to introduce you to meals that are adventurous and welcoming, as its website says. On the menu, you can find classic starters such as Samui zingy prawns, Mah Kwan pepper pork belly and plenty of stir fry, seafood, meat and curry dishes for mains. If you need recommendations, a member of the staff will be happy to assist you. Located just a short walk from the Clifton Observatory, the restaurant is a perfect starting point for a family day out or a date with a friend or significant other.

Spring means it’s time to replace cosy coffee shops and sitting in front of a fireplace by popping into airy restaurants during lunch breaks to relax and enjoy good food. In terms of spring-themed interiors and atmosphere, The Garden of Easton is the first one that comes to mind. The restaurant is best described as rustic and artful as it’s plant-filled and serves creative plates, most of which are vegetarian. Some menu options include crispy aubergine with sweet soy sauce, green peppers and potatoes, togarashi beetroot salad, savoury Japanese pancakes, Belgian waffles and many more to satisfy your appetite and sweet tooth. The Garden of Easton also relies on locally sourced products. This means that by supporting the restaurant you’re also supporting local businesses and protecting the natural environment, which is what makes spring so amazing in the first place. 

Each year most of the venues in Bristol update their menu to make sure it reflects the change in season. But in the case of Turtle Bay, you can expect refreshing cocktails all year round. Spring is all about fruity flavours so your best bet would be going for the good old Mai Tai Punch with fresh lime and pineapple, or making it more seasonal and sipping on the Strawberry Daiquiri. Spring symbolises starting fresh and what better way to end the previous season than with a delicious cocktail in hand? Don’t forget to bring your friends to share the good vibes with.

Littlefrench is a family-owned restaurant that aims to create a welcoming space where people from all walks of life can unwind and share their passion for good food. Combining bohemian Bristol’s vibe and the allure of classic French bistro, the interior is a contemporary space suitable for every kind of occasion – both formal and informal. The menu features dishes made of the highest quality ingredients that change depending on the season. Examples include pork chops with garlic butter and fried potatoes or grilled beef fillet with fries and peppercorn sauce. Once the temperature rises, you can enjoy your food out in the fresh air in the courtyard area, which has large tables ideal for a catch up with friends or family. You can even head to a local park straight after your meal as there’s one located nearby and if you don’t mind the walk, you can visit Bristol Zoo Gardens as well.