06 Nov 2024
A spotlight on Bristol's Chido Way
If you’re in Bristol and looking for a place that serves up mouthwatering Mexican food with a cool, laid-back vibe, Chido Wey is where you need to be. Since opening, it’s become a favourite hangout for anyone who loves tacos, tequila, and a good time. Located right in the heart of the city, Chido Wey feels like a piece of Mexico dropped into Bristol — with its fun, colourful decor, upbeat music, and incredible street food.
Walking into Chido Wey, you’re immediately hit with an atmosphere that’s both welcoming and lively. The walls are splashed with bright murals and neon signs, and the whole place just oozes fun. Think rustic wooden tables, cool Mexican artwork, and an easygoing vibe where you can roll in for a quick taco fix or settle in for an evening of drinks and bites with friends.
It’s the kind of spot where you can catch up with mates, laugh over a few cocktails, and soak in the relaxed energy. The music is always on point too, with a mix of funky beats and chilled tunes that make you want to hang around a little longer. It’s casual, but buzzing — perfect for a night out without the pressure of dressing up to the nines.
Chido Wey is all about bringing Mexican street food to Bristol, and they do it really well. The menu focuses mainly on tacos, and they’ve pretty much nailed it. The tacos here are full of flavour, with warm, soft tortillas and fillings that range from classic Mexican dishes to more inventive creations.
For the meat lovers, the barbacoa beef taco is a standout. Picture slow-cooked, melt-in-your-mouth beef with refried beans, red onion, mojo verde, jalapeño aioli, coriander, and roquito peppers – absolutely delicious. If chicken is your thing, the chorizo taco with chicken breast in a smokey adobo, chipotle, cheese sauce, and jalapeños will hit the spot. Feeling adventurous? Go for the cubana – packed with fried plantain, red cabbage, that zingy jalapeño aioli, mojo verde, and scallions. These are messy, but trust us, they’re worth it.
You can also switch your taco to a burrito or quesadilla, if those are more your forte!
Of course, no taco experience is complete without a killer cocktail to wash it down, and Chido Wey’s bar doesn’t disappoint. Their drinks menu is all about celebrating tequila and mezcal, and the cocktails here are seriously good.
Start with a Chido margarita — it’s a classic for a reason. Made with tequila, fresh lime, and a hint of sweetness from agave, it’s the perfect balance of tangy and refreshing. If you’re feeling adventurous, go for the mezcal margarita, which swaps tequila for mezcal, giving it a smokey, earthy twist that’ll keep you coming back for more.
If cocktails aren’t your thing, they’ve also got a solid lineup of Mexican beers and non-alcoholic options, including a spicy mitchelada, which is basically the Mexican answer to a Bloody Mary, but made with beer and spices.
Whether you’re at Chico Wey for a quick bite after work or you’ve come to make a night of it with friends, the combination of great food, tasty drinks, and a fun, relaxed atmosphere makes it a spot you’ll want to come back to again and again. It’s a celebration of Mexican street food done right, but with enough Bristol charm to make it feel like home.
You’ll find them at 25B Central Hall, Old Market Street, Bristol BS2 0HB. Be sure to book your table here!