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The S&D wins out over the other two though, because of its fantastic food, some of the best I've had in Bristol (better than many mediocre but far more expensive restaurants in town - Riverstation I'm looking at you).

It's not totally gastro though - downstairs is a more traditional pub, though wonky and trendy in that reclaimed-furniture style. And it's right by a big park. Lovely!]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/14331 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/12775 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/12775 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/12657 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/12657 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/12152
Have to say I wasn't surprised. The food was excellent and the overall venue is just magic.]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/12152 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/12111 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/12111 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/11970 you off about this restaurant, which I also now believe will put Bristol on the cullinary map once again!]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/11970 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/11601
Goldbrick it is split over 4, beautiful Georgian townhouses with lots of rooms and hideaways. There's a two level restaurant (with amazing roof terrace - ideal to wind away long summer afternoons and evenings - I imagine) a fantastic champagne and cocktail lounge split across 4 rooms, two private hire rooms that were being used for parties and functions when we were there and a great little informal cafe bar at the bottom.

It's completely unique in Bristol and has a really relaxed and chilled vibe to it, although I hear that weekends are very busy.

Customers are a mixed bunch, which I found fascinating, from young couples, families, students, suits, and lots of people like us - knocking on mid 40's.

Food and service were faultless.

I'd strongly recommend that if you haven't already tried it - to get yourself down there and if you're visiting Bristol you have to make this one of your 'must see and sample' stops.

Full marks to the team behind Goldbrick!!! We're going to be regulars.]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/11601 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/11399 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/11399 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/11335 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/11335 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/11318 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/11318 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/10734
Now the largest food market in Bristol, its undoubted highlights include artisan bread from the Thomas Bakery, the lush Chocolate Workshop, top juices from St Nicholas Market stars The Big Banana, the almost legendary Pieminister Pies, Ginger Gallery's sensational brownies, organic meats, locally grown veg and much more.

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Chef/Owner Chris Wicks serves innovative contemporary food which features wild, organic produce that he sources locally. The menu includes dishes such as red onion and goats cheese tart, with frisèe and walnut dressing; grilled best end of lamb with harissa, roast aubergine and cous-cous; pot roast guinea fowl with orange, sage, anna potato and green beans; char-grilled squid with black bean sauce; licorice parfait with saffron pears and almond.

Only the freshest produce is used on the daily-changing menu.

There's a fantastic wine list and a knowledgable sommelier for those who want recommendations.]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/8886 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/8858 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/8858