Bristol knows how to bring flavour to the table. The city’s packed with restaurant venues perfect for group meals, private dining, or full-blown feasts. Think cosy bistros in Clifton, trendy eateries in Old Market, or riverside restaurants where you can toast the night with a local ale and a view. Scroll down to book a Bristol restaurant worth talking about.
Booking costs of restaurant venues average £25 per person. Costs vary depending on guest capacity, popularity, location, and amenities like sound systems or bar services. Extra charges may apply for custom catering, decor, or event planning services. Packages with add-ons, such as DJs, photo booths, or other entertainment services, can also increase the overall cost. Check out the typical price ranges in Bristol, based on Tagvenue data from February 2026:
| From £20 | to £35 | per person |
| From £300 | to £1000 | minimum spend per event |
| From £130 | to £600 | hire fee per event |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated February 2026), the best options include:
Main bar at Clubhaus Harbourside
in Bristol Old City - rated 5/5
Our user said: ‘I booked this venue for my 40th birthday party and we had the best time!’
Brown & Bye Restaurant & Bar at Brown & Bye
in Hotwells - rated 4.8/5
Our user said: ‘All of the staff I encountered during the booking process and on the night were lovely and attentive.’
Private Dining Room at Harvey Nichols Bristol
in Broadmead - rated 4.8/5
Our user said: ‘Atmosphere - the art was not super tasteful though...’
You'll find restaurant venues in various sizes, from smaller spots to larger venues; keep in mind that the type of space and your chosen layout will affect the capacity! Below you can see the typical venue sizes in Bristol, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (February 2026):
| Small | up to 35 guests | prices average £400 minimum spend per event |
| Medium | between 55 and 80 guests | prices average £625 minimum spend per event |
| Large | over 85 guests | prices average £1150 minimum spend per event |
These are the venues within 0.2 mi from central Bristol, available to book on Tagvenue:
Page last updated in February 2026
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