There has been room for a ridiculously good Sandwich shop in Bristol for some time. Don't get me…read morewrong, we do have a couple of spectacular bread fillers, but Sandwich Sandwich are a welcome new addition to central Bristol; their sandwiches are incredible! They have a few hot sandwiches, a couple of hot flat breads and all of your standard sandwich fillings. Why is it so good? because everything is top quality and their passion is obvious. The beef is thick and rare. The chicken, weather it be coronation, mayo & sweetcorn or any of the other varieties they do, is stacked on and accompanied by any of the salads they have on the counter. You can tell that they want their customers to be as excited about their food as they are; and I am every time I eat here. But Sandwich Sandwich isn't just about sandwiches. Perched on the counter are the most amazing soft boiled scotch eggs, sausage bakes and delicious cakes. It's almost painful to stand looking at them if you're in a cue; they look so good! The guys have shaken up the lunch time sandwich run in Bristol, and I applaud them for their efforts.

The Gourmet Sandwich Club is the most exciting thing to happen to Bristol lunch times since, well,…read moreever! Bristol has some great bread fillers, but they are all quite samey; coronation chicken, ham salad, chicken mayo, BLT. You know the drill! But the Gourmet Sandwich Club is much different. It is interesting, unique and feels special - it's very Bristol. The concept is simple; it's invite only (via facebook), happens only on Fridays and they create incredible sandwiches. And I mean incredible! Every week they have 3 or 4 options to choose from. You pay by pay-pal and then pick them up from The Canteen on Stokes Croft, with a one hour window between 1-2. Now that's some serious underground Sandwich dealing! I was lucky enough to be invited to their debut last week, and I was really excited about it. In fact, I had to slow myself down as I pretty much ran down Gloucester Road. I got to The Canteen and waited for a minute for mine to brought out to me. A girl came to meet me and handed me a brown cardboard box with my name artfully written on it, a glass bottle of some red juice and a little cup cake. I wasn't sure if I was allowed to eat it in the Canteen, but I wasn't walking anywhere. I wanted it immediately! So I sat down, opened it up and tucked in. I chose the 'Steak on a bed of feta and beetroot with wild rocket and a homemade honey and mustard dressing, all compacted in to a toasted Sesame seed baguette' and oh my goodness, it was amazing! The steak was perfectly cooked and the feta and beetroot worked so well with the meat. I don't exactly know what the red juice was, but I'm guessing it was a homemade raspberry and mint juice - because it had raspberries and mint leaves in it - *Sherlock! It was really refreshing and I really wanted more. I would definitely have bought another bottle if I could. Fridays have always been my favourite day of the week; The Gourmet Sandwich Club just made them a whole lot better!

What a great idea. You sign up via Facebook, and place your order in advance for Friday lunchtime,…read moreand then pop down to the front of the canteen to collect your homemade delights at a set time on the Friday. I opted for the bombay lamb steak with a mint yogurt and honey slaw in a toasted roll. It came with a Cherry and Pomegranate juice, and chocolate cookie with fresh raspberries. I cannot over emphasise the freshness of the ingredients enough, and everything is homemade. The juice was light and refreshing, and you almost felt the goodness going into your body. The sandwich deliciously tasty and super yummy, and the cookie, well the perfect dessert - with the raspberries adding that little extra something. Highly recommended for £7.50 and a fantastic gourmet lunch.

There are three Philpotts in Bristol, this one is the one I used to use the most which is tucked…read moredown the side road near Stanfords or up from the road crossing by Jongleurs. The premise is - you choose your bread, you choose your spread, you choose your fillings and they make it for you. Sounds like Subway? Wash your mouth out you filthy heathen. This is no ordinary sandwich shop, this is a quality, lovely, extra bacon please sandwich shop. Yep, it can be a bit pricey but they stuff the sandwiches so full I actually can buy one sandwich and it lasts me two days, making it much much cheaper than any packaged sandwich. Everything is very fresh and clean, lots of nice crisps and cakes to add onto your order as well and your everyday lunch has suddenly got very interesting. Yum. TOP TIP: If you are ordering lots or just hate queuing, you can order online for any of their shops as long as you do it before 11.30am and you just pick it up at the till at the time you want.

If you've been in the city centre on a week day lunchtime you'll know that Bristol is in no…read moreshortage of sandwich shops. The competition is fierce, but Philpotts on Marsh Street comes top of my list every time. Don't be put off by how busy they get between 12am and 2pm - just remember that they're busy for a reason! Will a fantastic range of freshly prepared fillings to change to, a variety of breads and rolls and tasty crisps and chocolate bars for a lunch time treat you can't go wrong. Philpotts like to give the magic touch: olive oil instead of butter, seasoning on your filling - they put the joy back into the institution of a lunch time sarnie! Check their website for their daily specials, or to pre-book your order before 11:30 am. Once you eat here, you'll be a Philpotts devotee.

Just popped in for some coffee and crumpets while walking along the waterfront…read more Nice strong coffee, tasty crumpets. Good value.

The Brunel Buttery has two great views - on one side is the pretty river, and on the other are old…read moretrains on the old railway path. Although this is just a tiny buttery, it gets very popular most lunchtimes, be it the weekday or the weekend. They serve teas, coffees, home baked cakes, and hot sandwiches filled with egg, bacon, sausage, any combination of the above three, or simply all of them at one go. Perfect for when you want something deliciously savoury, by the river, in the sunshine from a quaint ol' cafe. Be prepared to queue though, as as small as this place is, it is rather famous!

Walking from the docks towards the centre of Bristol along Redcliffe Street isn't the most scenic…read moreof trips. The backs of buildings and not a lot else is your scenery on this long stretch of road. Then as you turn the last corner and round off to some business buildings you're struck with three cafes all huddled together as though hiding from greater Bristol. If it's a lively and exciting lunch break you want you can do no better than choosing Redcliffe's Sandwich Bar of the three. They've been here for eight years and it has to be one of Bristol's best kept secrets. They have a good range of sandwich fillings with all the usual baguettes, paninis and loaves from local bakers, and some very fine fresh coffee to boot. It is the vibe that really gets this place going. The staff mix up their days choosing crazy themes to pull in the people. I've been there on Elvis day, 80s day and a Grease themed day. All pretty similar but who cares? They dance, sing and laugh constantly, turning any standard lunch break into a happy music-filled one. The owner is a delightful woman with enough stories for ages and some really pretty amazing tattoo work. Check it out today.

Lovely cafe this. I used to almost always grab a sandwich and run back to my desk (Redcliffe's do a…read morereally great filling panini). They do nice coffees, soft drinks and crisps - I bought some monster munch from here, hurrah! Nice change from all the super gourmet crisps normally on sale in sandwich shops. Its definitely worth taking the time out to sit here and enjoy your lunch though. Its a very pleasant - sun streams in at lunchtime through the large window, its very cosy and welcoming and the staff are friendly. A bit of a hidden gem this place.

This bogie coloured sandwich joint on East Street in Bedminster is a great place to pick up a fast…read morelunch for a fussy eater (unless you don't like bread). For fixed prices, you can customise your own sandwiches, baguettes, paninis, toasties, jackets, salads, wraps and rolls with a selection of standard sandwich fillings and sauces, all made freshly to order. As for value, the lunch items are averagely priced, not too expensive, but not too cheap. Whilst this is the only branch in Bristol, with the next nearest in Leicester, there is an abundance of stores in Scotland, so bear this in mind if you find yourself hungry when travelling up north.

Mmm, baguettes...I don't know about you, but sometimes nothing beats a freshly baked baguette…read moreoozing with your favourite fillings. Although Baguette Express is a bit of an eye sore, their baguettes are heavenly. My current favourite is the Brie, Salad and Pickle special; it is served warm, and the bread is fresh and crunchy. And if you're a fan of beetroot, they'll throw some in for good measure! All for only £2.50. The Baguette Express is a welcome addition to East Street's otherwise limited snack shops, and certainly beats Subway in terms of quality.

This sweet little cafe-cum-bakery at the top of Park Street is sometimes lost among the better…read moreknown names like Cafe Nero, Pret a Manger and Starbucks. But even though it looks quite humble from the outside, it's worth a visit if you're looking for a simple tea or coffee and a massive sweet treat. With a cup of tea for around £1, this no frills cafe is a welcome change to the ridiculously huge selection its chained counterparts offer. And the staff are happy, helpful and look like they like their jobs, which is a welcome change from most Bristol coffee houses!

Boulangerie is the knight and shining armour for all penny-pinching library-bound Bristol…read moreUniversity students. Just round the corner from the main university precinct, it is the most affordable place to grab a snack when the conflict between hunger and concentration proves too much to bear. At lunchtime there's invariably a fairly long queue outside Boulangerie. It's tucked away in between the louder and more lurid chains such as a Nero or Greggs but far better value than any of them. Boulangerie doesn't need to shout, anyone who's been knows how great it is. In fairness, most of the sandwiches taste pretty similar (there about four varieties of chicken and to me they all just taste like chicken salad despite whatever pretensions to Thai or Mexican flavours). It doesn't really matter though when the ingredients are fresh and the prices are this low.

Adding to Southville's relaxed and eco vibe is this lovely deli. Knowing that Herbert's Bakery in…read moreEaston is one of the best in Bristol, they have wisely got their bread available here and shout about it. Their cheese range is fantastic, a must for any cheese and wine party you are having and talking of wine - check out their organic range just behind you. My favourite bit is the self-service grains section where you bring your own tub and woosh out rice and seeds to your own order. In the back room you can do a similar thing and refill your Ecover bottles from a big vat - including washing up and clothes washing liquids. As with all collections of quality food and eco items, it is a little more expensive but such a friendly and nice store you won't begrudge it.

It's great to have a place like this offering an alternative to supermarkets Organic products. For…read moreone there is just a much bigger selection. Also, for a cheese fan like myself, the Deli offers a brilliant selection, so if I ever have that little bit of extra cash in my pocket i'll spash out on some extra mature chedder ... i'm drooling a bit just thinking about it... The service is brilliant here, the staff all embody the ethos of the shop, and you feel like they will offer you a hand with any queries you can have. There's also a nice seating area outside (covered) which is great to sit a people watch for a while as you sip the fine coffee you've bought inside... that or a great local ale from the selection they have!

I am so glad to see this shop get such great reviews! They really deserve it and offer such a…read moredelicious range of sausages; like some sort of sausage pick and mix. They are also one of the cheapest meal options in St Nicks Market at around £2.80 for an amazing sausage baguette with leeks, onions, mustard and red (eugh) or brown (yay!) sauce. You can also mix and match your sausages, so if like me you can't choose between the lamb or pork (with cider and mustard) you can just get both. I think the pork wins it, but only by a nose (or a snout, weyhey, I thank you!). The man who owns the sausage shop is so lovely and welcoming. I have eaten a lot of his sausages (...er) and this has never changed; he's never had an off day being a nice guy. The sausage sandwiches/baguettes are quite hard to manoeuvre into your mouth, because the sausages are so big and juicy, so there is the option to have sausage and mash. This is a great option for lunch as it's so filling you are sorted until tea time.

If you like your sausage full of meat (fnarr fnarr) then this is the stall for you. Locally sourced…read morepork, beef and venison sausages with a range of herbs and spices. Ones to try:: Lucifer - whooo mamma hot and spicy but very tasty St Nicks 1743 - their own secret blend is actually my favourite - quite traditional pork and herbs but full of flavour Gloucestershire Old Spot - from the spottiest of pigs and a nice basic sausage if you don't like anything too fancy Works out pretty cheap considering the size and density of the sausage too. If you want to get stuffed by sausages (OK I'll stop now), then they also have an on-site bbq for a sausage and mash for lunch - for big appetites only!

First time at this coffee shop. Outstanding coffee (I had a Flat White (Triple Shot) with a…read morechocolate caramel shortbread. The service was remarkable - the owner would not let me wait to take my coffee to my table... the vibe inside was amazing - loved the skateboards on the wall. The back room where my party and I were very cozy. I will deffo be back to enjoy another coffee - there are also books that you can take to read - lovely local people were supporting this business - all were very friendly. Outstanding experience.

Not what it seems, you can easily recognise bog standard asda food tarted up and palmed off as…read morehome-made and local suppliers. Cliquey owner who turns on the charm if he likes you and will bark at you if not. Could do with sorting out the mice/rat problem and properly cleaning out the place especially the coffee maker. Wouldn't take my kids there and it's not for the worry of the decor odd place indeed