This is a really nice little restaurant sitting in Knowle on the Wells Road. It used to be…read moreBoccacina (run by the people who also own The Boca Bar) but it's changed hands, though things don't seem to have altered that much. But then again, why change a good thing? They still sell delicious thin crust pizzas and salads in a simple, intimate, candle lit (though slightly quiet) setting. It's also a BYO (with £1 corkage per head and there's a really big Wine Rack next door) seven days a week which is never a bad thing. You can sit out front, though be warned it's set on a pretty busy road.

I love seeing little places like this pop up along Wells Road, giving the area a more vibrant and…read moreup-and-coming feel. It's a cosy little bring-your-own (BYO) Italian-style cafe and pizzeria where you can take your own beer or wine for just £1 per head corkage, to enjoy over supper. I'd been meaning to try this place for ages when I first popped in and tried a take away from the deli-like counter - which had Mediterreanean mezze-style foods to choose from. The take-away carton I chose, made up of cold mixed salads and mezze, was wonderful, so we went back there one evening to eat-in and try the pizza. With the lights dimmed and the candles lit, it was very sweet and homely - and the stonebaked Italian pizzas are wonderful (12" or 14"), with mozzarella sourced from Naples (the home of pizza!). I tried the 'C Minor' (Calzone vegetarian folded pizza) and not only was it lovely but it almost felt healthy to eat, too. The food is so good and reasonably priced, with a BYO policy, there's really no excuse not to come back here - and as a small, independent local business I'm keen to support it.

The interior is cozy. There's plenty of seating for groups of all sizes. The menu covers a wide…read morerange of different food items from pizza to pasta and steak. Filetto di manzo grigliato medium (3/5): the meat was tender and juicy but could use a bit more salt. The portion was quite small but I liked the salad. Don Giovanni's is pretty good. The vibe is nice and the waiters/waitresses are kind.

This hidden gem is absolutely one of the best restaurants you can find here. The history behind it…read morewarms the heart. I didn't get around to writing my first review and I'm glad I waited because the food was so amazing it brought me back the next day. CHEF ANDI YOU ARE THE BEST. I can't explain how happy you made not only my stomach but everyone's at the table. My server Joan was absolute phenomenal she comes highly recommended and makes the best selections for your palate. Her energy is infectious and she is hilarious. It's a motherly warm embracing feeling with her as a server. I will be sad to leave this place. But I assure you it's worth the drive no matter how far you are. I drove 3 hours from London. And I would do it again. I can't wait to return. Check the pictures to give you an idea of what awaits your taste buds

The main reason for my "maybe" rating needs some context... booking on a Sunday, but having to book…read morea later time than we wanted, which resulted in two of my party of seven not getting their Sunday Roast, due to "no roasted potatoes left". The second reason, seeing at least 3 employees strolling to a table for their lunch break, carrying their Sunday roasts with those "found" roasted potatoes on their plates. Let me remind you that a great business model for restaurants is to "exceed guest (or customer) expectations and make a reasonable profit. No roasted potatoes meant two of your customers expectations were not met. That said, one of the party did received a child Sunday roast. The roasted beef was tough as leather and dry. I ordered the Halloumi salad, which I thought was very good. I enjoyed the pumpkin seeds mixed through. The pizzas are typically very good, which was ordered by 3 of the party. And chicken Caesar salad, ordered by another of the party, was (I think) satisfactory. Service was decent. I'd suggest, if possible, for the party of seven, the food comes out at the same time. It doesn't take much to figure out that a couple of staff can help each other. If they're busy, perhaps a member of management can assist... this would have made it better. Instead, we all waited until everyone got their food. I'm not 100% convinced that we will return, at least on a Sunday. It seems, based of previous visits, Sunday's is hit or miss. The ambiance, in my opinion, is consistent. We Like that it is family friendly.

A restaurant-bar endeavouring to cater for the cool media crowed that apparently populate this part…read moreof Bristol (it was news to me). Arty in atmosphere, with some engaging art hanging at the moment. The bar's comprehensive, with plenty of organic and local offerings. They've got a relaxed approach to food, doing pizzas, Sunday roasts, and other usuals, some with a bit of a Brazillian twist. It's not quite as hip as it might hope to be, though certainly a much more stylish experience that you'll get anywhere else in Brislington. Pretty large, which is mostly a blessing in this case - you should be able to always get a seat. Boca Bar is an outpost of trendiness on the Bath Road.

Your quite standard fast food take away. Chips are pretty good, and if you fancy that extra bit of…read moregrease in your diet then the Pizza's will satisy that craving. Late closing on saturday and sunday can provide much needed relief and fuel on the somewhat wobbley journey home. It is what it is, nothing dodgy, everything is cooked well, and the menu is as standard with most fast food places. Phone orders can be placed and delivery is an option (although I think there is a delivery charge).

This is a hardcore fast food joint, boasting an array of greasy morsels for your inner wellbeing…read more(don't mention the waistline.) Fish and chips, burgers, fried chicken, ribs, pizzas, ice cream and more can be found here, for those of you who fancy a spot of gluttony. If you're a pizza lover, I'd strongly recommend you sample the Casalinga: topped with anchovies, capers and onion, this baby is seriously tasty. Furthermore, if you fancy ordering half the shop but are too embarassed to do so in public, Mr Crispin's Fish and Chips has an online order/delivery service (see web address) whereby you can order as much grease as you'd like and simultaneously preserve your dignity. Genius, eh?

We were in a group of six last week and were very pleasantly surprised. I've eaten here before but…read morewas not so happy as I was this time. The Bocabar is well known for its pizza and beware the LONG menu. You need time and determination to read through the pizza menu! I chose very well - my pizza was delicious!!!! And everyone was pleased with their choices. We picked a really yummy wine - the cheapest red (£13) and it was fantastic and went really well with our pizzas. Children are welcome and service is friendly. It gets very busy at the weekends but during the week, their are still plenty of people, so despite the huge size of the space here, it manages to welcome you well. We had lovely service from our waitress. The couple who own this place own a few different restaurants in Bristol and they have done really well!

Quite a cool place to go for a drink and a bite to eat. really nice just to pop outside when it's…read morenot too cold. Just one thing that let's this place down, when it's busy it does take ages for the food to come out. It was something like an hours wait for a couple of pizza. If the can speed up the service it would be a 5 star.

Great little local bakery - lots of tasty pastries - sweet and savoury at a reasonable priceread more

The park bakery changed hands a few months back and the new owners have really revitalised the…read moreplace, they've started doing a wider range of breads including sourdough some days and they've also started doing pizzas on a Friday and Saturday night cooked in the bread ovens. The pizzas are all 12inch and range in price from £8.50 for a Margherita up to £10.50 for the Piccante & BBQ Chicken pizzas. What really sets their pizzas apart from your average takeaway pizza is the crispy base and crust from being cooked in the bread oven and the quality of the ingredients used for the toppings - the Piccante we ordered had Napoli sausage, fennel salami and "fior de latte" (proper Italian cows milk mozzarella). Between 4 of us we ordered 2 Piccante pizzas, a Hawaian and a Vesuvio (pepperoni and chilli) all were delicious. The pizzas are takeaway only (no delivery currently) but the plus side of this is that I'll burn off a few calories picking the pizzas up and you can also buy some bread for the morning and pick up some cakes for desert. Very happy to see my local bakery breathing some much needed life back in to St. John's lane!

This is a very family friendly pub - lots of babies and toddlers hanging around. Handy if many of…read moreyour friends have joined the sprog trend which seems to invading this side of Bristol. I love the beer garden here which has a great view of the city - however, unfortunately the beer is very expensive in comparison to other pubs. I tried lunch here, and had one of their baguettes, which unfortunately contained more mayonnaise than actual filling - which is just not my bag. One thing I am looking forward to tasting though is a stonebaked pizza fresh from the pizza oven in the garden - this will have to be tried, as it looks and smells delicious.

Cool little pub right near Victoria park. Even cooler when you need to escape the elements of…read moreVictoria park to discover a pub with an excellent selection of beer. The atmosphere is great and kudos to the woman behind the bar who agreed that chilli rice crackers are the best snack ever. Also, they have their own selection of old boardgames and books and the outdoor seating was impressive! It was a bit of an impromptu visit, but I would like to come again and try some of the food!

Bedminster meets Rome at this family run Italian bistro (now a chain across the South West). I…read morewould say they serve bog standard Italian fayre - spag bol, thin pizzas, Peroni beer. And on some levels I would be right. The prices for such food is spot on and each dish is freshly made and tasty with the right amount of herbs - without being overfilling or stodgy. On another level, I think the food is quite exceptional. Cooked in the way only real Italians can, with passion and flair and served up in the comfy modern surroundings of leather chairs and slick decor. It is a shame the place in on Bedminster parade (although there is a very nice city centre branch too), a bit of a run down area without much going for it. The customers were few & far between when I visited and I worry that they just don't attract the right clientele when they're situated next to Asda. Luckily, you can forget where you are once inside (and relaxing with a big bowl of tagliatelle and a glass of chianti!) They specialise in delicious chicken and fish dishes, as well as traditional Italian veal recipes (I won't touch the stuff myself, but that's just personal ethics). I ate breaded mozzarella for starters (unbelievably yummy) and pollo alla diavolo for mains (had to point at the menu for that one) - chicken breast served in a spicy onion, tomato, mushroom and chilli sauce. Too full up for pud and without leaving too much of a dent in the bank balance. Will certainly return - perhaps to the city centre branch.

It is difficult to find fault with this award winning restaurant. I have been a few times now, and…read morehave always had a cracking time. The atmosphere of an evening tends to err towards the animated, and so the venue is great for parties and celebratory meals of any kind. The reception from the staff is always warm and welcoming and their Italian vitality is infectious. One of my favourite dishes to date is the Lasagne Vegetariana, a beautifully succulent dish, plentiful and oozing with fresh, juicy vegetables and a finishing touch of tasty melted cheddar. A generous portion of garlic bread and a finely dressed and presented salad were additions which bestowed the meal with a wow factor that far exceeded its modest price (circa £8.50). If you're more of a pizza person, I'd recommend the Ortolana, an exquisitely tasty dish, strewn with peppers, aubergine, roasted courgettes, olives and mozzarella cheese (mouth watering as I type). My only criticism of Bottelinos is its rather naff televised open fire. "Come again?", I hear you say. Now there's incentive to go and have a gander...