Once the university refectory, Browns brasserie is located next to the museum and the small number of outdoor tables are highly prized by alfresco diners in summer.placeholder image
Once the university refectory, Browns brasserie is located next to the museum and the small number of outdoor tables are highly prized by alfresco diners in summer. | Browns

Food in Bristol: 10 great places for outdoor eating as the weather improves

Looking for a place to dine out and soak up the sun?

When the weather finally arrives, there’s nothing better than sitting in the sunshine and have a catch-up meal with family and friends.

We have rounded up some of the Bristol’s best restaurants with stunning alfresco dining areas.

From waterside spots with great views of the floating harbour to tucked away places in neighbourhood areas, there are plenty of options.

Here are ten of the best, but if we’ve missed your favourite alfresco dining venue, do let us know so we can update the list over the coming weeks.

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