Diners' Choice: Good for special occasions restaurants in Bristol

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Updated 05 November 2026

Looking for the best special occasion restaurants in Bristol? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyses nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favourite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you book, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

Plantuguese

4.9

4.9 (182)

£25 and under

Portuguese

Bristol

About the restaurant

Plantuguese is a vegan Portuguese food business bringing authentic flavours from Lisbon to Bristol — without compromise. Led by a passionate team dedicated to sustainability and creativity, we serve plant-based versions of beloved Portuguese classics using whole-food ingredients and house-made marinades. Our menu features comforting signature dishes, seasonal specials, and gut-friendly options made with care. Whether you’re discovering Portuguese cuisine for the first time or reconnecting with familiar flavours, we look forward to welcoming you soon.

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Tim

Dined 3 days ago

Lovely staff, excellent food and a beautiful venue. Worth every penny. We'll be back!

Buenasado - Bristol

4.8

4.8 (704)

£26 to £40

Argentinean

Bristol

About the restaurant

At Buenasado Argentine Steakhouse experience a unique combination of top quality beef from grass-fed cattle, reared in the fertile lowlands of Las Pampas, and superb world-famous Argentinian wine.

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Christine

Dined 2 days ago

Always enjoy a meal here, the food is superb, and the staff courteous, professional and efficient. Highly recommended

Cappadocia Restaurant, Bristol

4.8

4.8 (930)

£25 and under

Turkish

Bristol

About the restaurant

Welcome to Cappadocia Restaurant Bristol, where traditional Turkish flavours meet a lively and welcoming atmosphere.

Our menu celebrates Mediterranean mezze and authentic Turkish food, with delicious dishes grilled over charcoal or slow-cooked until tender. Enjoy fresh ingredients, bold flavours, and a relaxed setting ~ perfect for lunch, dinner, or drinks with friends.

For a special occasion, our private dining spaces can host up to 120 guests, making Cappadocia the perfect place for celebrations, parties, group dinners, and events.

Join us for a number of exciting experiences throughout the week. From Bottomless Brunch, to Group Dining, to Cocktail Masterclasses, all available to book via OpenTable or phone.

Whether you're joining us for a quick lunch, a long brunch or a special celebration, enjoy a taste of Türkiye in the heart of Bristol, at Cappadocia.

Nominated for England Business Awards for 2025 & 2026.

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Ian

Dined 3 days ago

This was our first visit to Cappadocia - but it won't be our last. This was one of the best lunches I've had in this country for some time. As our main meal of the day we selected three tapas items each and that proved to be perfect for a main meal - with a little room left for dessert! All six dishes were perfectly cooked (the grilled octopus was simply sensational) and beautifully presented. Service was excellent from being welcomed at the door to the time we left - and they have somewhere to put coats and hats while you eat, a real bonus, especially in winter. The restaurant itself is beautifully decorated and there's a lovely cosy feel to the place. All in all this was a very special lunch and, as there are many tasty-looking items on the tapas menu (I never got past that to check out the main courses!) there are lots of reasons to tempt us back. Personally, I can't wait!

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4.8

4.8 (1576)

£25 and under

Pub

Bristol

About the restaurant

Located on the Bath and Bristol border, the Hollybush is everything a great country pub should be.

We have two comfortable and modern spaces for dining and a large bar area for drinking. Whether you are in the mood to put your feet up and enjoy a freshly prepared bar snack, treat the family to an excellent dining experience or grab a refreshing pint in our wonderful garden, we look forward to seeing you soon.

We are proud to serve the best local ales, an extensive range of up to 40 gins and the finest wines. Our experienced chefs prepare a wide range of dishes using fresh, local produce.

Our desserts are to die for! We regularly receive fantastic reviews, especially for our cheesecake which customers have been know to travel from afar to experience.

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Chris

Dined 2 days ago

Great food and service, really well looked after. Good value

Table Five

4.7

4.7 (143)

£25 and under

Turkish

Clifton

About the restaurant

Welcome to Table Five By Cappadocia — A Taste of Turkey in Clifton, Bristol!

As a family-run restaurant, we’re passionate about sharing the vibrant spirit of Turkish culture through our food and atmosphere.

Following the success of our original location in Bath and Bristol City Centre, we’re excited to bring our unique culinary experience to Clifton.

Join us at our upscale restaurant, Table Five By Cappadocia, where every dish is crafted with meticulous attention to detail, offering a bespoke dining experience that blends exceptional flavours with refined presentation. Our skilled chefs craft authentic Turkish dishes using the finest ingredients.

Come and experience a true taste of Turkey—right here in Clifton, Bristol.

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Eve

Dined on 23 Oct 2026

Lovely food, beautiful place. Friendly staff Birthday celebration and we enjoyed it

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Experience

BOTTOMLESS BRUNCH With Food

Limone Ristorante

4.7

4.7 (24)

£25 and under

Italian

Bristol

About the restaurant

Welcome to Limone Ristorante Bristol; your new favourite Italian Restaurant situated in the historic General building on Bristol’s floating harbour.

Come in for a warm welcome in our stylish bar area, serving a wide range of beers, spirits, wines, cocktails and liqueurs. Meet up with your friends for a great start to your evening and share some bread and olives with a glass or two of Prosecco!

If it’s delicious Italian food that you are looking for, you will be delighted by our range of starters, pasta, pizzas, main courses and desserts. Everything cooked and served to perfection by our chefs, who are passionate about their Italian dishes.

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Mike

Dined on 31 Oct 2026

Really lovely meal last night. Steak was lovely would go back

Kibou Clifton

4.7

4.7 (234)

£26 to £40

Japanese

Clifton

About the restaurant

Located in Clifton Village, KIBOU brings a slice of Tokyo-chic to this popular neighbourhood of Bristol. A haven for any sushi or ramen lover, the restaurant is know for it's vibrant and quirky interiors, Japanese-inspired murals, and eye-catching display of red Japanese acers. Featuring an extensive menu of classic and contemporary Japanese hot food and sushi, plus a decadent range of weekly changing specials, dive into Instagram-worthy platters of sushi and sashimi, the crispest of tempura, rich katsu curry, pillowy bao buns and the most soulful of ramen. They also serve a fabulous Japanese-inspired afternoon tea and a set lunch menu Monday to Friday. Add to this a range of signature and classic cocktails - The KIBOU is a must try - sake tasting flights, Japanese whisky and Japanese brewed beers, and your visit to KIBOU in Clifton is complete!

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julie

Dined 2 days ago

I really enjoyed my dinner at Kibou. The decor was really nice, the staff were friendly and efficient and they brought out a cake with a sparkler for my daughter’s birthday. I highly recommend it

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Experience

Japanese Afternoon Tea

Experience

Vegetarian Japanese Afternoon Tea

Experience

Festive Sharing Menu - from £35pp

Honest Burgers Bristol City Centre

4.7

4.7 (23)

£25 and under

Burgers

Bristol

About the restaurant

In the heart of the city, our burger restaurant in Bristol serving British beef burgers, crispy smash burgers, fried chicken burgers all served with our famous homemade rosemary chips.

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Nick

Dined on 26 Oct 2026

Great service and excellent burgers. Local ales on offer were very good as well.

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Experience

20% OFF FOOD & DRINKS FOR STUDENTS

Experience

PRE-THEATRE MENU

Pho Bristol

4.6

4.6 (450)

£25 and under

Vietnamese

Bristol

About the restaurant

Pho Bristol is a healthy Vietnamese restaurant with loads of vegan and gluten free options.

We specialise in phở, the Vietnamese noodle soup and also serve delicious curries, rice dishes, wok-fried noodles, and fresh salads too. Our starters such as summer rolls and spring rolls are perfect for sharing with friends and family. We also offer an entirely gluten free dessert menu with dishes like Pandan waffles, condensed milk ice cream and a Vietnamese affogato.

Over a third of our menu is vegan, and nearly all of it is gluten-free, so we are a great destination for people who follow those particular dietary restrictions. We are also accredited by Coeliac UK.

Aside from our lovely food we offer a brilliant range of healthy juices, as well as delicious wine and beer, and a fantastic cocktail menu too.

We look forward to welcoming you!

Ps, we are dog friendly so your 4-legged friends are always welcome.

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Lucy

Dined on 20 Oct 2026

All the servers were so helpful and generous with their time. Superb experience, the manageress is equally as helpful and professional. Second time I've been here this year, really impressed. One of our party is coeliac, and it's great to go to a restaurant where you can eat safe safely and easily.

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Experience

Christmas Party menu

The Ivy Clifton Brasserie

4.5

4.5 (10815)

£25 and under

British

Clifton

About the restaurant

The Ivy Clifton Brasserie is located on the corner of Caledonia Place and The Mall, overlooking The Mall Gardens.

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