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You’re never far from a good munch in Bristol, whether you’re grabbing a doorstop bacon sanger from a kiosk on the harbourside or enjoying a chef’s table experience in one of the city’s top restaurants. The difficult part? Knowing what to try first. Some of Bristol’s best bites can be sampled at the various markets dotted around town, with the hotly anticipated BOXHALL set to bring even more choice to the street food scene. But if you’re hungry to really understand the beating stomach of the city, book a table at a few of the restaurants below, all of which show off what the Bristol food scene is about: local, seasonal and casual. No need to dress up, even if you’re going for a Michelin-starred meal – but make sure you’re hungry. Go on, tuck in: from the coolest coffee shops to the most moreish brunch, here are the best restaurants in Bristol. RECOMMENDED: Full guide to the best bars in Bristol

Out for a few drinks in Bristol? You’ll be spoiled for choice with bars of all shapes and sizes across this exceptionally well-watered city, whatever your tastes or budget. Whether you’re pub-hopping your way along the cobbles of King Street (a brave decision, there are more than ten bars within a couple of hundred metres), sipping a cider on the harbourside, perusing the menu at a craft-brewery taproom or seeking out some of the city’s secret speakeasies, Bristol has plenty of surprises to throw your way. What’s more, plenty of exciting new drinking dens have opened up recently, from stripped-back natural wine bars to elegant themed cocktail lounges. Feeling thirsty? It’s time to hit the town: without further ado, here are the best bars in Bristol to grab a drink. RECOMMENDED: Full guide to the best restaurants in Bristol