Need a hearty British meal or looking to try a new twist on some classics? There are a number of options in our city to satisfy hungry stomachs after a big weekend. Loads of pubs and restaurants are whipping up dishes complete with sides of vibrant veggies, Yorkshire puddings and golden brown potatoes, all smothered in gravy. From traditional boozers to riverside cottages, tap into the top spots to enjoy a rejuvenating Bristol Sunday roast here.
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Last updated on 16th December 2024
For those of you who fancy a rustic country pub for a tasty Sunday roast outside of the city centre, look no further than The White Hart. Housed inside a 17th-century structure, this quaint watering hole will make you dream of simpler times. Plus, the Aberdeen Angus beef served with ox cheek ragu is a must.
Found on Raymend Road near Bedminster station, Victoria Park is a popular local spot that's serving up some of the finest Sunday roasts. From tender hand-carved sirloin of beef, pork loin and turkey across a trio of meat or individual portion to lamb shank in a red wine gravy and mushroom Wellington to boot, there are all kinds of tasty mains in store here.
Crispy British roast potatoes, golden Yorkshire pudding and lashings of rich gravy accompany, all served with roasted carrots, roasted parsnips and glazed tenderstem broccoli too.
The Mall, a warm and welcoming environment for a traditional British meal with mates, is the perfect location for a quiet Sunday lunch. The menu features classic roasts, like juicy chicken, sirloin of beef and a lip-smacking nut version. They've even got some delish deserts for those with a sweet tooth.
Found 10 minutes from Bristol airport in some of the furthest reaches of the BS postcode, The Langford Inn is a village pub in the lovely Lower Langford location on the edge of the Mendips. Sundays here centre around 'The Great British Roast', focusing on seasonal ingredients across dishes like Cameron Naughton pork belly 'porchetta', Castlemead Farm chicken and mushroom Wellington.
Escape the city to The Lock Keeper, a historic pub on the banks of the River Avon, for a Bristol roast dinner. Each plate comes with the usual trimmings, including a gorgeous ale gravy. Savour the flavours from under the garden's heaters while overlooking the water.
Housed inside a former storage facility for Baltic timber, The Cottage Inn is a charming local pub that's been around since 1868. expect traditional wooden interiors and a beer garden out the front - overlooking the harbour.
You can tuck into a variety of delicious roast dinners, from rump of Hereford and Angus beef to a roasted mushroom, five bean and kale Wellington. Plus, you can wash it down with craft beer, cask ale or cocktails.
Looking for a Bristol roast dinner restaurant? The Lost & Found's will help your Sunday find its way this season. Each one comes with a pile of sides, including garlic potatoes, purple carrots, butternut squash, candy beetroot and a Yorkshire pudding, all covered in gravy.
North Bristol boozer The Bowl Inn can be found in the village of Almondsbury, a characterful location for hearty pub classics and outdoor dining on the multi-tiered patio in the summer. The 'Great British Roast' takes over here on Sundays, spanning the Cameron Naughton pork belly 'porchetta' with apple sauce, Castlemead Farm chicken, rump of Hereford and Angus beef, a trio of meat, and seasonal vegetable Wellington.
If you're on the hunt for the best roasts in Bristol, one place that immediately springs to mind is The Square Club. Situated in Berkely Square, this slick space whips up dry-aged rump of beef paired with grilled ox tongue and crispy roast potatoes, as well as pork loin accompanied by a cider gravy.
For the best Sunday roasts at Bristol's Harbourside? Check out The Ostrich, which sits right on Bathurst Basin. This dog-friendly destination is bless with cosy interiors and a glorious summertime terrace overlooking the water, but it's the Sunday lunch that's really caught our eye.
The British gastro menu here includes confit Somerset pork belly with burnt apple purée and stuffing, rump cap of Angus & Hereford beef, and Castlemead chicken supreme marinated in garlic and thyme with stuffing, alongside a vegan alternative of celeriac, squash and pearl barley filo parcel with mushroom gravy. And for pudding? Biscoff doughnuts.
On the hunt for a Sunday lunch by Bristol Harbourside? Though Riverstation is housed in a converted dockside police station, the only thing getting busted here will be your cravings. Dig into seafood starters like the Fal rock oysters before moving onto one of the droolworthy roasts.
Pitcher & Piano is the place to go for a delicious roast dinner in Bristol city centre. If you're feeling ravenous, you must try the beautifully prepared rump of beef which comes with potatoes, honey-glazed root veg and a fluffy Yorkshire pud. After a buzz? Check out the extensive cocktail offering.
Brewhouse & Kitchen Bristol has got your Sunday roast sorted. A variety of options are available, from topside beef to a squash and lentil parcel, all of which come with crispy spuds, seasonal veggies and rich gravy. Just don't forget to add a side of cauliflower cheese, slathered in a delicious craft beer sauce.
Pop by this art gallery-turned-eatery for their Bristol roast dinner menu. The menu at Browns Brasserie & Bar features masterpieces like the salted slow-cooked pork belly roast, topped with red wine gravy. Sip fine wine as you dine, or try fun cocktails such as the chai-spiced espresso martini.
The cosy Punchbowl Alehouse and Kitchen, a centrepiece of Bristol's historic old market, is a special spot for Sunday socials. The dining destination has got two specialty roasts up for grabs, accompanied by fresh veggies from local vendors.
