Five best Italian restaurants in Bristol according to Tripadvisor reviews - from Taste of Napoli to Moltobuono

Cooler weather in Bristol calls for comfort food - and what could be more comforting than a freshly-made pizza or a huge bowl of pasta?

Whether you’re looking for somewhere romantic for date night or just a huge plate of delicious carbs to keep you warm on a dark night, Italian food is always a strong option.

Italian cuisine is about more than just pasta and pizza, of course, with gorgeous seafood, antipasti and fine wines also on offer - and let’s not forget the classic sweet treat tiramisu.

We’ve found some top Italian restaurants for you to visit in Bristol, all with a customer rating of four or more on Tripadvisor. Buon Appetito!

1: Taste of Napoli

• Where: The Horsefair, Broadmead, BristolBS1 3BB
• Rating: 5out of 5

“Really authentic Italian cafe - prices are spot on and the quality of the coffee and food on offer is superb.”

“The cannoli was made fresh and was incredible, nicer than the ones I had in Rome.”

“Incredibly friendly and helpful staff and a wealth of options for vegans and non-vegans.”

“Do not miss this little gem in Bristol.”

You can find out more and book a table on Tripadvisor.

2: Veeno

• Where: Glass Wharf, Temple Quay, Bristol BS1 0EL
• Rating: 4.5out of 5

“Delicious wine tasting and accompanying meat and cheese, service was excellent.”

“We were welcomed warmly and enjoyed four red wines, two from their Sicilian vineyard. We’ll happily return.”

“Our experience from start to finish was unbeatable- delicious tiramisu.”

“We’d love to go back and try more, the pasta was fantastic but the pizza looks even better.”

You can find out more and book a table on Tripadvisor.

3: Don Giovanni’s

• Where: Victoria House, Temple Gate, Bristol BS1 6PW
• Rating: 4.5out of 5

“Meatballs and tagliatelle tasted great. Nice place to eat, even alone. A little gem.”

“Whole lemon sole cooked to perfection, frutti de mare was tasty, fresh and plentiful.”

“We couldn’t have asked for more - such a friendly team and the food is delicious.”

“40 years of great Italian food close to Bristol Temple Meads Station.”

You can find out more and book a table on Tripadvisor.

4: Moltobuono

• Where: Park Street, Bristol BS1 5NU
• Rating: 4.5 out of 5

“An excellent restaurant with a relaxed ambience. The pizzas and freshly made pasta is absolutely delicious.”

“Service was quick, lovely friendly staff and a perfect environment for a classy evening.”

“Good vegetarian and vegan options, truffle pasta was insane.”

“Highly recommend finishing on the Sardinian Mirto. A wonderully interesting digestif.”

You can find out more and book a table on Tripadvisor.

5: Pasta Ripiena

• Where: Stephen’s Street, Bristol BS1 1JX
• Rating: 5 out of 5

“I can assure you are paying for quality in this place and I can’t wait to come back.”

“The restaurant is small, intimate and unpretentious - and quite brilliant at what is delivers.”

“Mezzaluna pasta was generously stuffed with ricotta and black truffle in a rich butter sauce.”

“Absolutely stunning pasta, food and wine - probably the best I’ve ever had.”

You can find out more and book a table on Tripadvisor.