Top 10 places to eat and drink in and around Westbury-on-Trym in Bristol
Posted on: 10 Mar 2015Westbury-on-Trym is a suburb of Bristol whose origins actually pre-date that of the city itself. Encompassing the nearby areas of Westbury Park, Henleaze, Southmead and Henbury, it has a uniquely quaint village atmosphere and is well serviced by a whole menagerie of amenities including restaurants, pubs, cafes, bookshops, florists and charity shops.
Partly named after the River Trym that flows through it, the ethos of the area has firmly been grounded in the traditional community spirit. It embraces the concept of 'think global, act local', combining old school traditions with a refreshing, contemporary spin.
Here we cast our analytic eye over some of the top food and drink destination hot-spots in and around Westbury on Trym. Why not try them all!
British Raj - 1-3 Passage Road, Bristol, BS9 3HN - Tel. 0117 950 0493
Eat or take away, you'll find all the classic Indian cuisine here. Whether you're tantalised by a tandoori or go crazy for a korma, you'll get friendly staff, stellar service and quality Indian dishes.
Kondi Brasserie -105 Henleaze Road, Bristol, BS9 4JP - Tel. 0117 962 8230
A great dining and coffee house in the heart of Henleaze with award-winning Baristas and top chefs. The bread is from Heart's Bakery and they cover the gamut of all your daily appetites, from breakfast, lunch, dinner, sandwiches, cakes and desserts.
Thai Basil - 54 High Street, Bristol, Avon BS9 3DZ - Tel. 0117 950 1888
Serving up authentic Thai cuisine, this is one restaurant guaranteed to get your taste buds firing on all cylinders. Exotic herbs and spices in dishes carefully prepared, this is one restaurant you'll want to come back to again and again.
Casamia - 38 High St, Westbury Village, City of Bristol BS9 3DZ - Tel. 0117 959 2884
Using the best British produce available, Casamia is the former trattoria of the Sanchez-Iglesias family and is the perfect example of how great menus can adopt and embrace Japanese influences for food which truly reflects the seasons (as does the decor). Taste, touch, smell, sight all combine for the unique Casamia experience.
Prince of Wales - Stoke Lane, Westbury-On-Trym, Bristol. BS9 3SP - Tel. 01179 623715
A mecca for the cask ale aficionado, this legendary, popular local freehouse is full of charm and character with a superb outside smoking area and garden. It's also a top spot to watch the rugby. With a diverse food menu, Prince of Wales encapsulates all that's great and good about the traditional British boozer.
Valentino's Restaurant - Stoke Lane, Avon, Bristol BS9 3RJ - Tel. 0117 962 3222
One of Bristol's best-kept secrets, Valentino's uses techniques and ingredients that epitomise the true Italian style and essence of cooking. With seasonally changing menus and emphasis on fresh, local produce, you'll be served with first-class cuisine and genuinely welcoming Italian hospitality.
White Lion - Passage Road, Bristol, BS9 3HN - Tel. 01179 592897
Fantastic British food and delicious real ales in a local pub with a roaring, cosy fire. How can you go wrong? The menu changes to incorporate seasonal specials and there's excellently conditioned cask ales on tap and fine wines. A community pub with heart and soul.
The Black Swan - Stoke Lane, Avon, Bristol BS9 3SP - Tel. 0117 962 5111
With its country pub feel, this public house emporium is also locally known as the 'Dirty Duck' and has undergone refurbishments with more planned. Traditional lunchtime dishes, real ales, cider and wine, with a blazing fire in winter and beer garden for the summer, The Black Swan is the perfect pub for meet up with friends and unwind in a cosy, convivial atmosphere.
Manna - 2 North View, Bristol BS6 7QB - Tel. 0117 970 6276
Offering some of the finest Mediterranean cuisine in the city, Manna's philosophy is simply to celebrate a food of great food and win using only the best ingredients, championing local produce and artisan suppliers. Signature dishes rub shoulders with tapas and bar snacks and a top-notch range of beers, ales and ciders. Relaxed and friendly, it's a jewel in the Westbury crown.
Prego - 7 North View, Westbury Park, Bristol BS6 7PT - Tel. 0117 973 0496
Sister bar to Manna, Prego has developed a reputation for its specials board and Monday night pizzas and as one of the best Italian restaurants in Bristol. Commitment to locally sourced produce and quality Italian ingredients makes it one of the very best places to taste a sample of authentic Italian cooking.