Appealing pub on south east edge of the city centre, with a local following and a neighbourhood feel. Generous portions of hearty cooking; smaller tapas plates also popular.

Sweet Gallic bistro tucked away in the shadow of the Assembly Rooms; run by a French chef and his charming wife. Small, cosy interior and lovely rear courtyard. Authentic, tasty cooking with a focus on classics from the south west.

Stylish restaurant set within an established boutique hotel and run by a pleasant team. Choice of three rooms, with elegantly laid tables and contemporary artwork hung on the walls. Modern menus showcase British ingredients.

Set in a smart residential street amid Georgian terraces, with a brightly painted, simply furnished bar and a formal dining room. Sophisticated cooking and elaborate presentation; lunch is good value and specials feature at dinner.

Plush, contemporary hotel restaurant with a swish bar, spacious lounge and lovely garden. Creative, seasonal cooking underpinned by a French base; dishes are smartly presented and flavours, well-judged. Attentive, understated service.

Tiny restaurant comprising just 5 tables and an open-kitchen. Daily 6 course 'surprise' menu is guided by the latest ingredients available; the chef cooks alone. Dishes are well-balanced, with interesting texture and flavour combinations.

Smart, spacious restaurant with a distinctly modern, glitzy style. The experienced chef offers an impressive collection of appealing, well-presented dishes which display original and contemporary twists. Service is knowledgeable.

18C pub on the edge of Victoria Park, close to the Royal Crescent. Chic, fashionable interior with boldly patterned wallpapers and contemporary art. Carefully sourced ingredients feature in pub classics and interesting specials.

Elegant hotel restaurant made up of several areas: an airy dining room overlooking the gardens; the classical 'Browns' room; and a contemporary orangery and terrace. Cooking is refined and accomplished, delivering robust flavours in interesting, clas..

A modern take on the classical country pub; remotely set in a pretty village, with chic styling, open fires, comfy sofas and a relaxed atmosphere. Contemporary presentation of flavourful, seasonal dishes. Spacious, modern bedrooms.