Date spot in Bristol
Lido Bristol
Swim in the heated outdoor pool of a restored Victorian lido in Clifton, warm up in the sauna and hot tub, then eat in the restaurant overlooking the water.
Oakfield Place, Clifton
Address: Oakfield Place, Clifton, Bristol BS8 2BJ- Activity
- A treat
- Romantic
- Active
Why it's a good date: Steam rising off the water on a cold day is pure magic. Book a swim-and-eat package so the whole date is sorted.
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Bulrush
Cotham Road South, Cotham
Address: 21 Cotham Road South, Bristol BS6 5TZ- Restaurant
- Rain-proof ☔
- A treat
- Romantic
- Foodie
Book the tasting menu at the Michelin-starred neighbourhood restaurant in Cotham, with inventive, seasonal cooking in a relaxed room.
Why it's a good date: The one to save for an anniversary: serious food without the stuffiness. Book well ahead.
The Canteen
Stokes Croft
Address: The Canteen, Hamilton House, 80 Stokes Croft, Bristol BS1 3QY- Restaurant
- Cheap and cheerful
- Foodie
Share seasonal vegetarian plates at the big, friendly bar and kitchen in Hamilton House, then stay on for the free live music.
Why it's a good date: The menu changes with the seasons and there's a band most nights, so dinner turns into a proper night out without costing much. Walk up the Croft afterwards to see the street art.
Thali Montpelier
York Road, Montpelier
Address: Thali Montpelier, 12 York Road, Bristol BS6 5QE- Restaurant
- Rain-proof ☔
- Cheap and cheerful
- Cosy
Order a thali each and share the little bowls of curry, dal and pickles at Bristol's original thali spot, tucked away on a Montpelier side street.
Why it's a good date: A Bristol favourite for over twenty years, with a warm, colourful room and generous plates. It's dinner only and gets busy at weekends, so book ahead.