Where to go in Bristol for Great British Beef Week 23rd-30th April 2018
Posted on: 19 Apr 2018It’s that time of year again folks! Next week is Great British Beef Week, and we thought what better way to celebrate it than to tell you where to get the finest cuts in Bristol.
Organised by Ladies In Beef - an organisation of female beef farmers passionate about promoting high quality, home produced meat - the week aims to give a boost to the UK’s beef economy and get people eating high quality produce made locally.
For Steak
The Ashville Steakhouse, Southville
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The Ashville’s selection of high quality steaks is second to none. Ranging from the humble 8oz Sirloin to the mighty 96oz T-Bone, there is no way that you will leave this place still hungry! Other offerings include Rump, Rib-Eye, Fillet and Tomahawk, with a choice of 5 sauces to go alongside them. All of their steaks are served with triple cooked chips, grilled tomato, mushroom and dressed leaves.
The Ashville is located at 15 Leigh Street, Southville, Bristol.
The Cowshed opened in 2009 and has been a staple of the Whiteladies Road food scene since. They are sourced by their neighbouring butcher ‘Ruby and White’, and aim to serve up a relaxed and welcoming experience with only the best British cuts.
Their dry aged steaks are served with your choice of chips or crunchy salad. Larger cuts are available to share (900g T-Rex T Bone and 850g Tomahawk) and you can always ‘add some surf to your turf’ with scallops, king prawns and lobster all on the menu.
The Cowshed is located at 44-46 Whiteladies Road, Bristol.
For a treat night out or occasion, Pasture offer one of the more sophisticated steak dining experiences in Bristol. Their team of in-house butchers select the best cuts from local South-West farms, with the chefs then preparing them after dry-ageing for a minimum of 35 days. All steaks are cooked over charcoal, with house cuts (‘for two to share, or for the hungry!’) cut fresh everyday.
Pasture is located at 2 Portwall Ln, Bristol, BS1 6NB.
Smokehouse Saloon at The Swan Winterbourne
A Wild West American theme accompanies ‘meat, meat and more meat’ at the Smokehouse Saloon. A fun venue that takes inspiration from the movies of John Wayne and Clint Eastwood, they say that they aim to make you feel ‘like you have just tied your horse to the rail and hung your guns on the wall’.
The Saloon specialise in smoked pulled pork, brisket, jalapeno hot link sausages, BBQ’d everything and are well known for their excellent steaks.
Smokehouse Saloon is located at Swan Hotel, 114 High St, Winterbourne, Bristol, BS36 1RE.
For Sunday Roasts
How could we not include The Gloucester Old Spot in our round up of the best roasts in Bristol? This award winning pub has been transformed by owner Amy Devenish into a family-friendly (and dog-friendly!) food venue since 2014, and they serve one of the best Sunday lunches around. Welcoming surroundings, excellent food and the opportunity to eat al-fresco in their beautifully laid out pub garden make this restaurant a Bristol hotspot. Book early to avoid disappointment!
The Gloucester Old Spot is located at 138 Kellaway Ave, Bristol, BS6 7YQ.
The Penny is one of my favourite places to go for a roast and pint of cider in Bristol. Their staff are always super friendly, the atmosphere is warm and the food is delicious. You can choose from Angus and Hereford beef, pork, and chicken - all of which are served with crispy roasted potatoes, seasonal vegetables and an enormous Yorkshire pudding.
The Penny is located at 115 Whiteladies Rd, Bristol, BS8 2PB.
The Rummer serve Sunday Roasts weekly from 12pm-5pm, or until they run out of ingredients! Hereford beef, local lamb and crispy pork belly are the options - all served with Yorkshire pudding, roast potatoes, English vegetable and lashings of gravy.
We suggest that you book early - their extreme popularity speaks volumes about their food!
The Rummer is located at The Rummer Hotel, All Saints Ln, Old City, Bristol, BS1 1JH.
For Burgers
The Burger Joint have a near infinite number of mouth-watering options, all chosen via their ‘Make your own’ style menu. They have options for meat eaters, vegetarians and vegans, with more sauce and side options than you could wish for!
The Burger Joint have three restaurants around Bristol -
Clifton: 83 Whiteladies Road, Bristol, BS8 2NT
Bedminster: 240 North Street, Bristol, BS3 1JD
Fishponds: 773 Fishponds Road, Bristol, BS16 3BS
The Green Man serve up a host of phenomenally tasty burgers and ales from a Grade II listed, well hidden and well loved, country pub. Filled with quirky decor (movie posters adorn the walls and stacks of board games are just asking to be played with) and offering an outstanding 36 choices when it comes to burgers, it may take you a while to decide but you don’t run the risk of making a wrong decision at this gem!
The Green Man is located at 21 Alfred Place, Kingsdown, Bristol, BS2 8HD.
Steam’s burgers are supplied by The Cornish Burger Co - one of their resident pop ups. All are made using 100% Cornish beef supplied by Sandy Park Butchers and are served in a toasted bun alongside a side of skin on fries.
Their 11 options include all the classics, as well as more adventurous inventions such as ‘The Mother in Law’ (6oz beef patty, slow roasted pulled pork) and the ‘Trump Tower’ for those wanting more of a feast (2 X 6oz patties, Red Leicester, smoked bacon and a gherkin).
Steam is located at Clifton Down Station, Bristol, BS8 2PN.
Providers of BBQ meat galore, Grillstock’s menu is composed of burgers, wings, BBQ plates, sandwiches, mac & cheese, topped fries and a selection of scrumptious sides.
Their motto is ‘Meat. Music. Mayhem’ and they claim to be ‘Bristol’s Best Burger’ - why not head down and decide for yourself?
Grillstock have restaurants located at 41 Triangle West, Clifton, Bristol, BS8 1ER and in St. Nicholas Market, Bristol, BS1 1JW.
For Butchers
Meatbox are placed in the trendy area of Wapping Wharf and aim to provide only the best meats from Bristol and Somerset. They place huge value on the farmers and animals that source them, the taste that they provide and their customers.
They are dedicated to providing ethically and sustainably sourced meats and occasionally even do butchery demos for those that would like to learn a little about how their meat is prepared!
The Meatbox is located at Unit 24, Cargo 2, Wapping Wharf, Bristol, BS1 4AB.
Paired with Cowshed as their provider, Ruby and White are the South West’s leading purveyor of bespoke meats. Their countryside farm shop style offers a calm shopping experience, with their staff on hand to help you find the perfect cut for your occasion - whether that be an elaborate dinner or a classic Sunday Lunch.
As well as their wide choice of meats, Ruby and White stock a selection of artisanal cheese and accompaniments, vegetables, eggs and delicious fresh bread.
Ruby and White are located at 48 Whiteladies Rd, Bristol, BS8 2NH.
So what are you waiting for? Book in now for your Sunday Roast or steak night next week and celebrate Great British Beef Week with style!
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Iona is a final year Biomedical Science Undergraduate at the University of Bristol. Her passions include blogging, walks by the harbour and exploring new cocktail venues. Iona is working with 365Bristol as part of the Santander Internship scheme for spring and summer 2018.
