The 10 Best Street Food Shops In Bristol, England
One of the UK‘s most buzzing and multicultural cities, Bristol’s food scene is particularly famed for its ethnic diversity, fascinating choices, and quality local ingredients. Whether it’s Lebanese mezzes, Caribbean grills, or dainty English cakes you’re looking for, you’re sure to find it in Bristol. Here are 10 of the best restaurants in the city.
Niangs Thai Snacks
This stall regularly makes an appearance at the St Nicholas and Temple Quay food markets, much to the delight of the Bristol locals. Satiating hunger since its first appearance in the city, Niangs has been cooking up a storm ever since. Traditional Thai cuisine transformed into healthy, organic treats – it’s not hard to see why this pop-up is such a local favourite. The emphasis here is on authenticity and all the dishes are the result of recipes that have been handed down from mother to daughter for generations.
Find them at: Temple Quay Food Market, St Nicholas’ Market and at other events round the city.
Tiffins
Ahh Toots
Bakery, Cafe, Dessert, British, Pastries, Vegetarian
Gopal’s Curry Shack
Unlike Tiffins, Gopal’s doesn’t have a permanent location, but making sure to catch these guys at one of Bristol’s fascinating food fairs, or in one of their regular pop-up locations is certainly worth the effort. With its entirely vegetarian menu, sole use of local, organic produce, and emphasis on recyclable materials, Gopal’s ethical principles are evident in all aspects of their business. The ingredients of these delicious curries reflect the best of the British seasons and are guaranteed to be bursting with freshness. Love and principles also shine through in the food’s stunning flavours and delicate spices. Crispy spinach and sweet potato pakoras, piquant vegetable curries, sweet mango lassi, beetroot samosas, and spicy chai brownies will leave your mind boggled about where to start on this incredible menu.
Find them at: Many Bristol Eats events including Temple Quay Market, as well as at other events round Bristol
Edna's Kitchen
Cafe, Middle Eastern, Vegetarian, Fast Food, Pastries, Dessert
Grillstock Smokeshack
Restaurant, British, Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-free
Viet Vite
The passion of owner Darrin Dart for Vietnamese street food was the inspiration behind this Asian pop-up. Zestiness, tang, spice, sweetness…every mouthful of the Vietnamese delights at Viet Vite is sure to be an adventure. Let the aromatic phos, and crunchy noodle salads transport you far away to Asia. With fascinating creations such as Asian scotch eggs, innovation, as well as amazing flavors, simply burst from each bite. The light and wholesome broths are a far cry from greasy Asian takeaways and will leave you feeling healthy and nourished, but certainly satisfied.
Find them at: various Bristol Eats events and pop-up locations round the city
Bagel Boy
Restaurant, British, Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-free
Agnes Spencer’s
This family-run Jamaican pop-up dishes up platefuls of aromatic Caribbean cuisine, using recipes from their grandmother, the stall’s namesake – Agnes Spencer. With jerk chicken and delicious patties aplenty, if it’s authentic flavors you’re after, look no further than this stall. Forget napkins at Agnes’, the finger-licking goodness of everything on the menu will have you savoring every mouthful. With the meat marinated for a day and a half, you can practically taste the love and passion that go into every plateful here at Agnes Spencer’s.
Find them at: Temple Quay market, Bristol’s Tobacco Factory Market, and various other pop-up locations round the city
Ah-Ma’s Dumplings
The Cantonese delights at the street food pop-up are home-made from scratch by the stall’s fabulous owners. Using only free-range local meat and the freshest regional vegetables, founder Anita Cheung succeeds in bringing the delicately light and wonderfully natural flavours of traditional Asian cuisine to the streets of Bristol. Forget greasy Chinese takeaways and any mediocre takes on Asian cuisine – Ah Ma’s Dumplings is the real deal. Try the incredibly fresh seafood for a taste of the British waters, enhanced by expert Cantonese flavoring.
Find them at: Temple Quay Market, The Tobacco Factory Market, and at other markets round Bristol