Bristol's Food & Drink Scene

Bristol is well know as one of the premier food and drink destinations in the West. As well as being a top spot for music, our discerning citizens love a good bite to eat. New foodie areas like Wapping Wharf have appeared over the past few years - providing more choice than ever for visitors wanting to grab a bite.

With a strong vegan and health food community in districts like St Werburghs and Gloucester Road, there are a lot of events catering to these crowds too. The annual Vegfests provides ethically sourced food and drink as well as music. Werburghs' institution 'The Farm' run regular food events with a locally-sourced agenda. You can also look forward to events like Grillstock, Eggs Benedict Day or the more drinks-focused South Glos Food & Drink Festival and the UK Rum Festival.

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What our editors say

“Admission is Free! Bring your friends and family to enjoy a weekend filled with creativity and inspiration. Plus, our cafe will be open, offering delicious food and drink options to fuel your experience.”
From: HBH Paint Fest 2025

“A gig held at Bridge Farm on Saturday 12th October. The event starts at 11:00 and finishes at 19:00. The event has been tagged in the jungle, 140, food & drink and festival categories.Thai Street Food , with Songkran water Festival An event held at Bridge Farm on 13 April The event starts at 11:00 and finishes at 5 pm and music stay till late 9pm The event has been tagged in the jungle, 140, food & drink and festival categories.”
From: Thai street food, Songkran water festival

“Warm food and drink will be provided at no extra cost. Under 16s go free, we kindly request that young children are supervised. Food is being catered by our volunteers and will be vegan and gluten free. We will try our very best to avoid gluten, nut, and dairy, but we cannot guarantee that no traces will be present. The ground floor entrance of the venue is wheelchair and pram accessible, with a general capacity of 30-40 people”
From: Queer Bristol, Winter Warmer

“Join us for a day of activities open to all. There will be craft, storytelling, birds of Gaza, singing workshop, food and drink. Family friendly. Book this and more https://www.throughthecracks.co.uk/”
From: Open Workshop Day for Palestine

“Historically, it is a time when the world of gods and spirits are revealed to humans, when the barrier between our worlds thins. At this time, the gods were believed to play many tricks on humans, with spooky and unexplainable occurrences happening. We strengthen our connection to them through music, fire, dance, and offer food and drink to celebrate.”
From: Samhain