Freakshakes in Bristol!…read more When I was told about this cafe selling Freakshakes in Bristol, I couldn't quite believe it. I thought that was just a Shoreditch deal. But no, this cafe really are selling some fine calorific freakshakes! It's a basic cafe inside, with a small fish tank (always nice to see fishies), there are even some sofas to sit on if you really want to get comfortable. I went on a Saturday lunch time, and even though there's quite a lot of seating available, the whole place was full. I had to make my order and sit outside for 10 minutes, luckily I sofa became available so I quickly nabbed my spot inside the warm cafe opposite the fish tank. We ordered 3 freakshakes, Invision Our Vanilla, Peanut Butter Passion & Raspberry Roulette, all of which were really, really good. They tasted amazing and they looked so freaky too. We did have these as a dessert and had ourselves some savoury paninis first, which were very tasty too, especially the BBQ Pulled Pork Panini. I'd totally recommend going to this place, even if it's just for a panini/sandwich and a coffee, but if you make the effort to go here you've really gotta have a freakyshake. Better yet, take someone who will be unsuspecting of this freaky creation, they will be surprised for sure. Thanks Beehive Coffee House, you made Bristol a much cooler city!

The coffee and service was excellent the lady that served us showed great pride in her job and…read morecould not do enough for us. Great place to go for coffee!

As the part-time head manager of a supermarket which has an exquisite bakery department, I rarely…read morefeel the need to source goods from another provider. However, I was out and about running errands and I popped in for one of their malted wheat sourdoughs (I promise that I was not engaging in corporate espionage, I just wanted some bread OK?). The bread was a sensation. I am excellent at making homechurned butter, and therefore my need for well-prepared bread is exceptionally great. I can confirm to all that this was a satisfactory partner. I was interrogating the cashier about this and he was a bit confused about my clearly stated needs, but otherwise friendly. I would probably return!

Literally THE best bakery I've been to…read more The best in Bristol The best in the UK And probably the best in the world, apart from that bakery I got a custard tart from in Portugal. Cannot recommend highly enough

This place does what it says on the tin. " Top Nosh". The breakies here are legendary. Its full of…read moregeezers. And all the staff reffer to you as " My love " the decors a bit iffey to say the least, but this place aint about that! Get your head down and tuck in ! I wrote this before I started. But now im done I can say that this place is geeerate mate ! Everything is cooked spot on and there's tons of it. But it is a greasy spoon! Please dont come here expecting cordon whats his face cooking. Come here hungry and you wont leave the same way. And to top it off its bloomin cheap a smalls £2.75 and fat arsed heart attack large is a mere £5.50. And as fryups go its better than anything ive ever had in Bristol!

I was super excited to check out this place for a spot of lunch, as it's a place I've heard many…read moregood things. I was there during the week on lunchtime with friends, it's got this really lovely laid back cosy style, and was super friendly. I like the fact they have a massive blackboard wall, with lots of menu choices, from tapas to light bites, and have specials too. We headed to the back of the building which almost feels conservatory like. The whole menu looked mouthwatering, I opted for the Home Smoked Trout with cream cheese, scrambled egg and radish salad. All of the flavours really complemented each other, and the scrammed egg was the lightest and fluffiest I've ever tasted. It was an ample portion, and really set me up for the rest of the day. The other thing I should mention is price, you get high quality for a great price. My brunch was priced at £6.90. The perfect price for a lunch deal in my opinion. I shall most certainly be back, and would highly recommend this place.

Poco is the best Tapas Bar around! Excellent food with the best atmosphere created by the staff,…read morethe music, the layout and the people who end up eating there. I think most of their meat is supplied from Pipers Farm, where the animals are treated incredibly well, they are mostly grass-fed and the meat tastes incredible. As someone who doesn't buy a lot of meat anymore, and I hardly eat meat when I eat out because I can't be sure of where the meat has come from, this is a massive plus! Thank you to all the staff for creating a unique experience!

Huge bonus points for the following: * WiFi. Yay... I can…read moreuze laptop. * It's also A CAFE! Fresh coffee and cakes. Not vending machine but a genuine espresso bar out the back. With funky purple cushion seating. * Manned. No launderette mysteries. If something goes wrong the guy's right there. * Eco friendly detergents. Stuff that doesn't sweep persistent pollutants down the drain and out to sea. * Little jars: if you forget your laundry powder you can buy a little refillable jar right there. And if you like it you can buy it full size. * Radio. Classic rock of some kind. "Walk this way" now playing... * Laundry fiction. (??!) A series of books with the word 'launderette' or 'laundromat' in the title. * Cinnamon rolls. They rock. Why doesn't every coffeeshop have them? They're so 'fika'. It's right next to Cafe Lazz where I usually go for coffee but I might go here instead now, laundry or no laundry. Cool. Only downside: if you come in winter, wear your coat!

The clean been isn't exactly my nearest place but it's totally worth driving 10 mins for…read more They people who run the Bean are the loveliest! Always really helpful for people that don't have a clue (like me!) and always have time for a natter. They have internet facilities as well so you can surf the web whilst you wait for your wash for a small cost...and i have breaking news........they give you free jelly beans!! Won me over in a heartbeat. I like the play on words as well, clean bean, free jelly beans... it's always really clean there and it's just a cute, cosie more modern version of a launderette.

Great food, great atmosphere, can get quite busy - but always worth the wait. The breakfasts are…read moreserved all day, if you have the appetite for the larger ones! I am no coffee aficionado, but I have never been disappointed with what they serve. The cafe is also dog friendly and serves alcohol.

Went into the acorn café recently to order breakfast with my partner and a friend, and was bowled…read moreover by the superior food and service. The prices are fair and good value for money. I will be going back there every sunday from now on. The cafe itself was elegant and had beautiful surroundings, the garden centre near by is quaint. As well as breakfast they do a main meal menu, as well as a selection of wines and deserts. Although I cannot say how good the rest of the menu is, judging by our breakfast the prices are also fair for the main menu. The only thing missing is a website where you can view a menu and opening times. I understand you can book larger parties with them, however this would have to be via the phone as there is no email or web contact available.

Took my family of 5 to experience some local fair for our time in Bristol. I was worried about them…read moreaccommodating our big group but we arrived at 9:45am on Sun and got in just ahead of the rush. Our little window table barely fit us but staff was friendly and took care of us. I picked this place because we don't like English food and I thought they served waffles! Pancakes with bacon instead and a white hot chocolate were amazing! It had a fascinating & eclectic charm that was just what I wanted to experience. Check it out!

The Bristolian is a lovely restaurant situated in an ideal location. Unfortunately the food has…read moremega gone downhill, and the prices like everywhere have gone up. It's a shame, what used to be a staple for hungover students and residents alike has now become more of a hipster mustdo and frankly too overpriced to go to on the regular. £8.70 for pan tumaca? £7.80 for a bacon sarnie?? They seem always busy so good luck to them but it's a shame as it was a super lovely place to go when feeling delicate back in the day, I do still visit occasionally but hmmm. The staff are always lovely and the cakes are excellent, just be prepared to spend over the odds.

St Werburghs Farm Café, adjacent to the inner-city St Werburghs Farm is a much loved meeting place…read morefor locals and visitors alike. Serving quality organic food and great coffee, it is often difficult to find a table in this surprisingly large café. (From the outside it looks like a small hobbit-built dwelling, but inside, the deceptively diminutive exterior, gives way to a spacious interior, with plenty of hobbit sized tables and seating.) It's possible to take food and drink outside to on of the picnic benches situated in the mini-adventure playground to the front of the building. There's quite a buzz to the place, especially in the mornings, with clusters of friends all indulging in animated discussions, although it's not uncommon to see people taking root for breakfast armed with the days copy of the Guardian. There's a very definite creative flavour to much of the chatter that goes on here, even the staff are all artists, musicians and writers. It's definitely one of Bristol's best child friendly bohemian spaces.

As an American that just landed from a dreadful early morning RyanAir flight...the Farm was an…read moreamazing surprise. My relative took me here for coffee and a breakfast sandwich; my first meal in England ! It was absolutely fantastic. Ambiance: 5 stars - very funky, unique - looks like its out of a fairy tale Service: 5 stars - very friendly staff Food: 5 stars - great coffee and the biggest bacon/egg sandwich I've ever seen...big and tasty ! Highly recommended NOTE: it may be hard to find for visitors to Bristol, but be patient and ask around. Better yet, google map it before you go, because you will not be disappointed.

Do-it-yourself Toast Bar! Great coffee! Super cool owner greeting you and making sure everything is…read moreperfect! Thank you Baristas! Plus it's local! No more coffee chains!

The first time I popped into Baristas Coffee I was running late for a job interview and urgently…read moreneeded directions. The man behind the counter greeted me with the widest and warmest of smiles. He flirted and bantered with the best of 'em, but his geographic knowledge of Bristol's businesses was rubbish. He was no good to me. I left, muttering under my breath, grumbling that the polite exchange had made me even later. It wasn't until my interview had finished that I realised how mean and moody I came across and I vowed to go back and be much more personable. Many visits later and I still look forward to seeing a smiling face whenever I push back Baristas doors. But, much like my first visit, the friendly conversation often gives way to serving up a quick cup of coffee. Perfectly positioned between Temple Meads Train Station and City Centre, I always make time to pop in for an espresso to give me a caffeine fix to see me through a fun-filled Bristol day. The only downside is that it's closed at weekends - so if you're passing through this side of town looking for coffee pop along the street o Cafe Retreat.