EatDrink24/7 recommendations: Best of out of town

It’s time to take another delve into EatDrink24/7, Bristol’s first truly independent food and drink guide. Our 50 panelists’ recommendations are trying to make their way into your dinner plans again. This time out of town.

Keep an eye out for free copies of our guide available across the city, while online we’ll be continuing this series of daily features on the best places to wine and dine in and around Bristol.

At the Chapel
High Street, Bruton Somerset BA10 0AE

At the Chapel in Bruton is a bakery, wine shop, café, bar and restaurant, providing a warm and friendly place to shop, meet, drink and eat. Open all day every day from 8am.

“When venturing outside of Bristol there is only one obvious place to go. With stunning architecture and dreamy décor it feels like a perfect out of city hideaway. The converted chapel has a restaurant serving pizzas as well a bakery and wine shop. Can’t leave without purchasing a bottle and pastry in hand! I will warn you I’m not the only one that has the idea to escape the city so booking a table is a must.”– Emma Chapman-Burnett, Yonder Collective

Brockley Stores
Main Road, BS48 3AT

For at least 80 years, a food business has traded here on the road side in Brockley, starting as Brockley Food Stall selling fresh fruit and veg. Over the years the stall became a shack and then a farm shop which has grown from strength to strength. Open Mon-Sat 8am-6pm, Sun 9am-5:30pm.

“A real supporter of local produce, Brockley sell fruit and veg, a huge range of deli items and meat as well as local drinks. I love their huge hot food counter with a fantastic array of small quiches – they look and taste amazing.” – Ingrid Bates, Dunleavy Vineyards

“There’s nothing else quite like it. An inspiring shop.” – Claire Thomson, chef, author and food writer

Captain’s Cabin
Portishead Quay Marina

“Right on the harbourside there’s this little unit where they serve tea and bacon rolls. For some weird reason, when you go in there and have a bacon sarnie or a sausage sarnie with a cup of tea, it just tastes bloody amazing. It’s a nice hidden spot. I wouldn’t recommend their coffee though. Just a cup of tea.” – Peter Sanchez-Iglesias, Casamia

Colonna & Smalls
6 Chapel Row, BA1 1HN

Coffees change weekly here and are sourced from the UK’s leading roasteries. Open Mon-Thurs 8am-5:30pm; Sat 8:30am-5:30pm; Sun 10am-4pm.

“In the old days before coffee kicked off, we would travel to Bath regularly to see these guys in their first tiny space to see how well it could be done.  Now they’re almost world famous in a beautiful bigger space, and we’re still making the trip to enjoy at least 6 different amazing coffees.” – John Drysdale, Small Street Espresso

The Community Farm
Denny Lane, Chew Magna, BS40 8SZ
A community-owned social enterprise, growing and selling organic food through a box delivery service. Open Mon-Fri 9am-5pm.

“A fabulous farm that supplies veg boxes to the city. Based just outside the city in Chew Magna, they grow with nature at their core and invite people to the farm regularly to see how farming works.” – Sara Venn, Incredible Edible

The Ethicurean
Barley Wood Walled Garden, Long Lane, Wrington, BS40 5SA

Michel Roux Jr paid a summer visit to The Ethicurean, which subsequently appeared as part of Hidden Restaurants on Channel 4. So the secret of this wonderful restaurant just the other side of Bristol Airport is now out. Brothers Matthew and Iain Pennington change their menu twice daily, with much of the produce coming from within their own walled garden. Open Tues-Sat 11am-11pm; Sun 10am-5pm.

“The setting, the landscape, the gardens, it’s just a beautiful place to go to. And the food is really great.”  – Peter Sanchez-Iglesias, Casamia

“Locally sourced and foraged food in the old repurposed greenhouses in the estate’s gardens. The standard of food is incredibly high and the setting is idyllic.”  – John Drysdale, Small Street Espresso

“These guys are just up the road from my vineyard in Wrington. They source locally, have beautifully presented and tasting food. They have an amazing walled garden on site run by gardener Mark Cox and artists’ studios at the bottom of the site as well.”  – Ingrid Bates, Dunleavey Vineyards

“If you fancy going out of town then this is a beautiful place overlooking their own walled garden and with absolutely breathtaking views. I have known the Pennington brothers for a long time and they are very talented guys.”  – Andy Clarke, TV food producer

Garden Cafe at Somerset Flower Farm
Nates Lane, Wrington, BS40 5RS

A cafe that serves light breakfasts, lunch and cakes, freshly prepared and baked on-site. They also grow salads and herbs, picked daily for the freshest of food. Open Mon-Sat 9am-5pm; Sun 10am-4pm.

“A bit further afield, the Garden Cafe is near Wrington in North Somerset and serves coffee’s, drinks and food from its beautiful wooden building. I am their neighbour so know them well. We are also lucky to have two artists studios on site (Martin Tochia and Amy Shiner) whose work you can browse after you’ve finished your coffee. The cafe is in a courtyard setting with far reaching views across the countryside.” – Ingrid Bates, Dunleavy Vineyards

Gloucester Services
Between J11a & J12 M5 motorway

A service station, farm shop and kitchen selling quality, home-cooked food. Open 24 hours a day.
“Luckily I rarely find the need to leave this fair city, but if I am ever travelling north I have to stop in to Gloucester Services for a bacon butty and a coffee, and then on my way back I stop on the other side and load my boot with delicious tasty treats. They have a wonderful butchers, a banging drinks selection, fresh bread from many great local bakeries and a deli counter to die for.” – Danny Walker, Psychopomp

The Hunter’s Lodge
Hillgrove Road, Priddy, BA5 3AR

The landlord of this classic roadside inn has run it for almost 50 years. Three rooms include one with a flagged floor and all beer is served direct from casks behind the bar.

“Old school, not for the faint hearted but head for a walk nearby and traipse in, muddy boots and all, for faggots and a pint afterwards. Cash only (obviously).” – Graham Faragher, Bertha’s Pizza

Marmaris
4-5 Newmarket Place, Grand Parade, Bath, BA2 4AN

An authentic Turkish restaurant set in the heart of Bath offering a complete range of Turkish cuisine.

“Our youngsters are always happy to eat there as the food tastes really good and it isn’t too spicy for them.” – Abdul Ismail, Sweet Mart.

Old Down Country Park Farm Shop
Old Down Estate, Foxholes LAne, Tockington, BS32 4PG

Stocking a wide range of jams, chutneys and snacks that are handmade in their kitchens and Old Down Estate Hney from hives in their orchard. Also sell seasonal fruit and vegetables for their gardens and eggs produced from their free range hens.

“Many people with young kids may be familiar with Old Down but you not be aware that their shop now offers a good range of local produce. A personal favourite from the deli counter are the scotch eggs! The whole place (including the cafe next to the shop) is child and dog friendly and it never feels too crowded or stressful as there’s so much space.” – Ingrid Bates

Papas
20 Waterloo Street, Weston-super-Mare, BS23 1LN

Award-winning fish and chips by the seaside.
“The best fish and chips, drive to Weston, grab a bag and have a wander along the seafront.” – Mat North

The Pig
Hunstrete, Pensford, Near Bath, BS39 4NS   01761 490490

A 29-bedroom country house that features a greenhouse restaurant and a private room for dinner parties.

“My wife, Christine, and I got married here and we go back on a regular basis. It’s open seven days a week so we can go on our day off and we love to go on a sunny day and wander around the garden which is such a lovely, beautiful location. They have a 25-mile menu so all the food is from the local area and it is just really good, gastro pub-style food. They are not trying to be posh or anything, it’s just really good grub.” – James Wilkin, Wilks

The Pony & Trap
Newtown, Chew Magna, BS40 8TQ

On a quiet country lane is Michelin-starred dining in a 200-year-old pub that also serves ham, egg and chips. While windswept farmers order pints of bitter at the bar, in the dining room at the back of the pub, the food that gained chef-patron Josh Eggleton his place in the red book is enjoyed by a discerning foodie clientele.

“You can go there on a weekday or go there on a Sunday and have a roast dinner, or have a tasting menu. A lot of people might not necessarily relate to a tasting menu at a pub but Josh’s food at a tasting menu level is ridiculously good.” – Peter Sanchez-Iglesias, Casamia

“I am a huge fan. The setting is incredible with food to match. I’ve only been there three times but have always come away wowed by the quality and also the value. This is Michelin starred food at very reasonable prices.” – Dan Bekhradnia, The Burger Joint

“I would highly recommend The Pony & Trap if you fancy superb food in unpretentious settings – wonderful for a special occasion or if you just fancy escaping the city for a while, it is a real delight.” – Natalie Brereton, food blogger

“Can there be a busier man than Josh Eggleton? Top cooking in a lovely location.” – Pam Lloyd, PamLloydPR

Powells of Olveston
Orchard House, New Road, Olveston, BS35 4DX

All the produce is local, whenever possible and it has all been ethically sourced. To guarantee this they work closely with local farmers and fishermen.

“Ethical, traceable, passionate. our experience dealing with these first class butchers, not words from a marketing pack.” – Graham Faragher, Bertha’s Pizza

Romy’s Kitchen
2 Castle Street, Thornbury, BS35 1HB

Romy Gill is one of the few female Indian chef/owners in the UK, having opened Romy’s Kitchen Restaurant in September 2013. Romy was awarded a MBE for her services to the hospitality industry in 2016.

“You might wince at the idea of driving out to Thornbury, but once you have sat down in Romy’s Kitchen, you’ll be glad you did, because the lady knows her way around the kitchen. In an understated, relaxed environment, you can enjoy fantastic Indian cuisine (the paneer is the best I’ve had to date) and get away from the hustle and bustle of city life. Romy is an excellent host and within five minutes of being in her company you’ll feel like you have known her for years.” – Natalie Brereton, Food blogger

Roth Bar & Grill
Durslade Farm, Dropping Lane, Bruton, BA10 0NL

Menus at the Roth Bar & Grill change daily, focusing on sustainable and seasonal produce from Durslade Farm and their kitchen garden. Open Tues-Sun from 9am.

“This is where I took my family for Mother’s Day this year. It’s a lovely drive out there. It’s located at Hauser and Wirth art gallery which is interesting and free to walk around. The Roth Bar and grill has a cool design and some great meat cured in a chamber with Himalayan salt bricks.” – Kieran Waite

Salt & Malt
Chew Valley Lake, Walley Lane, BS40 8XS   01275 333345

Traditional food in a beautiful waterside location, all year round. Inspired by its surroundings, this cafe, tearoom and takeaway offers menus from dawn until dusk catering for the hungry dog walkers exploring Chew Valley Lake or friends searching for great fish and chips to eat as the sun goes down. Open Mon-Sun from 8.30am.

“Chew Valley is my favourite place to take visiting friends and family. It not only has fantastic scenery for long walks around the lakes but since Salt & Malt took over the old cafe it has the best fish and chips in Bristol. Run by Bristolian chef extraordinaire Josh Eggleton, you can either sit in the restaurant or get it to take away from the hatch.” – Tom Hovey, Great British Bake Off artist

The Scallop Shell 
22 Monmouth Place, Bath, BA1 2AY   01225 420928

Serving seasonal fish and chips and shellfish at lunch and dinner. Open Mon-Sun midday- 9.30pm.

“Posh fish and chip shop. We cycle there and this is our reward.” – Graham Faragher, Bertha’s Pizza

The White Hart 
Littleton-upon-Severn, BS35 1NR   01454 412275

A beautiful country pub dating back to the 17th century with garden views of the River Severn and Wales. The bar serves a range of real ales and their own traditional cider brewed only a stone’s throw away in their orchard. Open Mon-Sat midday-11pm; Sun midday-10.30pm.

“Perfect example of a village pub. Great food, draught beers and ciders and fab service in a beautiful building with roaring fires and their own veg patch. Beer garden looks out towards Whale Wharf and the (original) Severn Bridge. Perfect.” – Andy Clarke, TV food series producer

Wilkins Cider Farm
Land’s End Farm, Mudgley, BS28 4TU   01934 712385

“If you come ‘ere be careful, mind,” says owner Roger, “as it’s a working farm and we don’t have any of that fancy modern shop layout, just barrels in my cider barn. Got wonderful Cheddar and Stilton cheese and lots of fresh local vegetables, eggs, pickles and the like for sale, too.” Open Mon-Sat 10am-8pm; Sun 10am-1pm.

“A truly magical place that time seems to have not disturbed. Some of the finest cider in the West Country served straight from the vat with strong cheese and proper pickles. Last time we visited Mick Jagger’s brother was playing Wurzels songs on a guitar and we all had a singalong. There was a chance I had dreamed this wonderful place so I googled it to check it really exists.” – Danny Walker, Psychopomp

The Wine Shop 
21 Woodborough Road, Winscombe, BS25 1AB   01934 708 312

An extensive range of wine and spirits. Also hosts special events. Open Tues-Sat, 9.30am-6.30pm

“This lovely little wine shop has a massive selection of wine and drinks and runs regular tastings. They have a tasting bench every Saturday and are shortly to start offering WSET wine courses as well. Kelli who runs it is very warm and friendly and will happily advise if you are new to wine.” – Ingrid Bates, Dunleavy Vineyards

Woolley Grange 
Woolley Green, Bradford-on-Avon, BA15 1TX   01225 864705

Surrounded by 14 acres of grounds near Bradford-on-Avon, Woolley Grange has a rich history, ranging from historic family manor to former ambulance station.

“Woolley Grange is a luxury hotel with a great restaurant that caters especially for families with children. They have top notch food and drinks and have a lovely pond and walled garden just waiting to be explored!” – Ingrid Bates, Dunleavy Vineyards

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