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Based on 2.033 opinions finded in 4 websites
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Easily the best tapas in the area, Bravas always has some nice pieces on the menu. Some of the staples, such as the prawns, the aioli and the patatas bravas, are well worth trying. It’s a shame the croquettes are normally pork-based as it’s nice when the bacalhau versions make a rare appearance. My only real grumble tonight is how cold it was with all the front windows and the door open as Bristol weather hasn’t caught up with Barcelona’s yet, so although it emulates the atmosphere of a taverna some of the customers were wearing coats by 20:00 whilst dining in.
Paul . 2024-04-20
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Have wanted to visit for a long time after MULTIPLE recommendations. Booked for Wednesday eve - (recommended as wasn’t quiet). Everything was great. Particularly loved the Ibérico Pork 👌
Sophie Adams . 2024-04-18
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Amazing food, fabulous Gingria, great staff.
Beth Warren . 2024-04-17
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Delicious food, good service, nice atmosphere
Lynne Willis . 2024-04-17
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Visited last night for a work-team night out and as usual was not disappointed. Staff are friendly and helpful, dishes were all outstanding. Don't normally care too much for pudding but the chocolate mousse is not to be missed!
Robert Bailey . 2024-04-13
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Great choice of food, wine and beer : a perfect lunch
Ronnie Rennoldson . 2024-04-10
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A mixed bag - some good, some average. Good wine and friendly staff. Some plates lack effort.
Finbar Macdonald - WESTALL . 2024-04-06
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Some of the best, most varied, tapas I’ve ever had - anywhere Combined with great G&Ts and fabulous red wine by the glass, it’s a brilliant place to eat - whatever the occasion
Simon Omiotek . 2024-04-03
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Amazing food in a cute little restaurant, loved the fried aubergine
Z Zhan . 2024-04-01
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Amazing Tapas presented on an ever-changing menu served by the kindest staff! Seriously, Angela and Alice were the BEST servers we had during our trip to Bristol. Every hospitality worker we encountered told us to visit Bravas as one of their personal favorites. No dish we had was anything less than perfection. Pay attention to the specials board as well as the on the day menu for the best options. Recommend getting there early and making a table reservation in advance so you have the most choice of dishes to enjoy. Our drinks and bottle of wine were also delectable. The ambience is funky with a hint of disco. To top it off, they're dog friendly and even greeted our little guy with some home made sausage upon arrival. We ordered the fried aubergine dish because it looked so delectable on another table! I ordered additional salt grilled wild red prawn because they were so tasty! We also loved the beef bombas from the specials menu! Will definitely be visiting on our next trip to Bristol!
Valerie Leon . 2024-03-29
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I went here with my mum on a whim as I pass it a lot and it always looks busy. I understand why now - honestly some of the best food I’ve had in bristol and very friendly staff!
Freya Malhi . 2024-03-28
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Not a good place to eat , the staff where terrible, food not so good and the special was just fried egg on chips, the egg was cooked with fat too hot , so crispy white
Stuart Creavy . 2024-03-19
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Absolute favourite restaurant !
Maria Carrington . 2024-03-18
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I took my daughter and four friends there yesterday.The atmosphere is amazing so intimate and tasty absolutely delicious food. It is the second time we have been. Last time the leeks were to die for but they weren’t doing this this time cauliflower instead but bring back the leeks. We will definitely be back. I couldn’t recommend the restaurant more highly. We were enjoying ourselves so much we outstayed the allocated table time!
Georgina Foster . 2024-03-17
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Fabulous food and excellent service. Couldn’t fault anything and would definitely return.
Eleanor Stewart . 2024-03-09
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Never fails to live up to expectations - love this restaurant
Chris Facey . 2024-03-07
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Love everything about Bravas. The quality and choice of tapas dishes is great. Staff are friendly and service is quick. Have dined here several times over the years and it’s consistently FAB!
Andrew Winnington . 2024-02-23
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Really love place, we thoroughly enjoyed the atmosphere, the food was absolutely delicious, especially the chorizo, the prawn and the heritage carrots. Service was excellent too, very friendly and helpful. Would love to come again.
Joe Morris . 2024-02-23
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We had lunch here yesterday to celebrate my brothers graduation. Everything was perfect and they were so accommodating to my sons gluten allergy, I wish there were more places like this in London!
Amy Spiteri . 2024-02-21
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We visited a couple of weeks ago for dinner and had the most amazing meal. Such great food, such a variety but all delicious, great service and really nice vibe inside. Thank you we will definitely come again.
Alice Hodgson . 2024-02-20
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Great food, really enjoyed every dish. Busy little place with a buzzing atmosphere. Service was ok. My issue is the 2hr slot. Nowhere near enough time to enjoy a proper tapas experience, if like us, you want to explore most of the menu, with time between dishes. We were asked to leave our table 3 times, but they hadn’t even given us the bill. We appreciated we knew we had a time slot so we asked for the bill paid and left as asked. We took the rest of our evening elsewhere but would have happily stayed to eat and drink more, shame.
Helen Jacobs . 2024-02-17
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Great service and food. Very enjoyable experience. Would definitely return.
Rebecca Donnelly . 2024-02-15
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Most amazing Spanish dishes I have had in all of the UK. Classic, executed to perfection. 9,5 out of 10. And I'm a freelance chef. Have everything on the menu, but don't skip the croquetas, Iberico pork 🥩, fried salted cod w/ aioli & pickled sardines or the cheesecake!
Joyce Drost . 2024-02-13
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Nice food at a very reasonable price. Sadly not a good atmosphere to relax and enjoy a conversation due to loudness of music. Would return but only to outdoor seating
P C . 2024-02-10
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In a City blessed with a wonderful range of high quality, small independent restuarants, Bravas stands out as one of the best. Everything is excellent, from front of house to the drinks list and, of course, the food. It's not cheap but it is excellent value, I can't recommend it highly enough.
Prop . 2024-02-06
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Authentic Spanish tapas, lovely atmosphere, tasty food. Lots of vegetables/ vegan options.
aleka toogood . 2024-02-05
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Really excellent food, service and atmosphere
Ben Freke . 2024-02-03
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Unfortunately our experience was spoilt by a group of loud foul mouthed individuals sat next to us and would not of maid a difference if we where moved as it is a very small establishment.
DAVID WILLIAMS . 2024-02-03
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Went here for a birthday celebration and as always we really enjoyed it. One of my favourite places in this part of Bristol. Thanks
annie bullen . 2024-01-31
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Lovely food and drink. Cozy atmosphere. Great service. Wish we lived within walking distance.
Alan Smith . 2024-01-28
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Food and staff are great, we’ll definitely be heading back
Matt Watts . 2024-01-27
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The best Tapas in Bristol. Just awesome. We went with friends who live in Portugal/Spain border - they were astonished. Highly recommended
Minuteman Press Bristol . 2024-01-26
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We had a fabulous birthday lunch! Delicious food and wine and lovely service. Recommend!
Emily Dibdin . 2024-01-26
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Amazing food, amazing wine, amazing service.
Jack Thackray . 2024-01-26
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Love this place. Need to book well ahead. But worth it.
liz boyd . 2024-01-25
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Amazing restaurant for all occasions, food, atmosphere and service is incredible. Every single visit, we have left happy and looking forward to the next time
Adam Ball . 2024-01-23
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Great food, great choice, great staff. Additionally, I'm a coeliac so need a gluten-free diet. I had so many tapas choices in here and they were all delicious. Highly recommended.
Mark Robson . 2024-01-21
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We love this place. Food and staff excellent ax always
sharon benton . 2024-01-18
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Food delicious, expert knowledge of wines. Great experience. 👍 ❤️
Diane Downes . 2024-01-18
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A great disappointment. Finally managed to get a reservation and was really looking forward to eating here. The noise is on another level....music is far too loud and the closeness of the tables makes you feel like you are in a cramped night club not a small tapas bar. Food is nice but why bring a huge portion of patatas bravas after everything else has been finished. I couldn't hear anything because of the noise. Won't be coming back
Clare Warbis . 2024-01-13
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Food was good, but the service was disappointing - our patatas bravas only arrived after everything else was finished. Weird. It's not big and is rather charming - but excruciatingly loud - if you sit in that bit at the back then you've no chance of hearing yourself think. We couldn't wait to leave. Won't go back.
Charles Warbis . 2024-01-13
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Total disappointment. This was British tapas not Spanish tapas. Too small for a place, super crowded. You'd leave more hungry than when you enter. Paid 40 pounds for one potato fried , bread accomopanied with butter mixed with garlic. And 1/3 of cod with basil. 🫠🫠 9pound for a glass of rose of 125ml. bravas los bravas.
Madjda lograda . 2024-01-07
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Inside tables was all taken and so crowded, we stayed out side but the atmosphere wasn’t that bad. I had high expectations for the food, but unfortunately it was tasteless nothing creative everything was so basic, even the wine for 9 pound the glace I was expecting it to be good but it was only a strong désappointement. Also the service wasn’t that good as we were served the food without even the cutlery !!! I had to go inside to ask for it !! Just a désappointement i don’t recommend
Amel Benfares . 2024-01-06
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So lovely to be here again. Last time I came it was in the summer and we sat outside which was wonderful, watching people go by, in the SHADE, which absolutely made all the difference. We had the most delicious sparkly wine and tons of deep fried deliciousness and my goodness, what a super treat. I returned last night, on a rainy Thursday in January, and it was warm and cosy inside, the tables are copper! The food is just as yummy, no too madly expensive, lots of veggie options, but also gambas! Sweet and friendly waiting staff without being in your face, lovely decor, just near Clifton Down train. Will most definitely be returning.
E . 2024-01-05
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Top quality tapas, friendly staff, lovely ambience… easy five-star feedback.
Palbinder Singh . 2023-12-28
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Great place, food delicious and staff great. Highly recommend
David Taylor . 2023-12-27
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Spain in Bristol! Lovely selection of tapas, special meat plates every week and great wine! Staff was very helpful and friendly as well. Small place, so book early. It is definitely worth it.
Celal Konuklu . 2023-12-25
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This was honestly the best tapas I've ever eaten. My whole family was stunned! Absolutely incredible, thank you so much!!!
Jillie Gash . 2023-12-16
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Delicious food, very good wine, great service and a relaxed atmosphere made for the perfect lunch with friends.
Susan Douglas . 2023-12-12
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Great atmosphere and the food is terrific. Highly recommend the truffle desert
Robert . 2023-12-10
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Good small Tapas restaurant, will definitely go there again
Mostyn Jones . 2023-12-06
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Great Bristol location, lovely food, great service, all wrapped up in superb atmosphere
Fraser Stewart . 2023-12-03
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My 2nd time dining here with my wife. Amazing food and great atmosphere/pumping music. One of the best restaurants in Bristol!
Amandeep Randhawa . 2023-11-30
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Wanted to visit for years and took the opportunity on a recent Monday afternoon - it did not disappoint. We went for one of the specials - a creamed brussel sprout and jamon dish (somehow managed to make brussel sprouts tasty) and then a butternut squash and walnut salad, croquettes, sardines with tapenade and the beef with chimichurri, all of which were delicious. The fried aubergine with molasses were the star of the show though, and that's coming from somebody who doesn't particularly like aubergine. The service was really friendly and the prices are reasonable for the quality. Highly recommend and glad it was worth the wait.
Benjamin Harvey . 2023-11-27
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Fantastic tapas bar; friendly, knowledgeable and attanetive staff, excellent range of quality tapas and a good wine list.
G . 2023-11-26
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Loved it, just like a traditional tapas in Spain.
Miss Dizzy . 2023-11-17
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Awesome, overall enjoyed the atmosphere and food and drink was on point. The best mussels I've ever had in the UK. Sadly the patatas bravas were a little stake tasting but the the rest of the food was unreal.
Jake Martin . 2023-11-16
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It’s been a while since lunch nearly wore out my taste buds! Bravas came highly recommended by our daughters and our experience today was faultless. The service staff were as good as it gets and the food was simply fantastic! Already looking forward to our next visit.
Jon Porter . 2023-11-16
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Banging food, lovely staff and a great atmosphere. Really recommend
Joe Chegini . 2023-11-16
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Every dish was absolutely delicious, but the pork was a clear winner for me! Perfectly balanced and melt in the mouth. Will definitely be back.
Charlotte Gregory . 2023-11-16
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Had a really lovely birthday evening here with a group of friends, tasty food, nice atmosphere and the person who served us was great!
Bella Brown . 2023-11-14
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Always a delight when in Bristol.
David Mc . 2023-11-14
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Excellent evening here on Friday! Cosy friendly chatty atmosphere Friendly informative staff Lovely food Good soundtrack! Time flew by We were not rushed V much recommend
Vicky Wadge . 2023-11-12
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Had a lovely evening in last night. We just turned and and they did a wonderful job of accommodating us. Food was amazing. Great atmosphere. Really helpful and informative staff. Best Tapas I have had in a long time . Excellent customer service
Tessa Lowe . 2023-11-11
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Haven’t been for a while but was as good as always.. one of my favourite places…still
Claire Burns . 2023-11-11
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Amazing night again at Bravas. Our go to for a special occasion as the food and service is second to none. Thanks so much 😊
Nicola Smith . 2023-11-11
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Didn't have great experience this time! We were waiting for quite a lot to be sit on a table and also the service was keep asking us to take our cutleries and it was just 11 o'clock an hour before closing
Maria Gkovedarou . 2023-11-05
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We had a fantastic evening here. The tapas was incredible, we had 8 dishes between the 2 of us. Each dish is extremely well thought out and very well cooked, we couldnt pick a favourite. It really was a genuine Spanish tapas experience. The service was excellent and the whole atmosphere was just perfect. We will most definitely be back.
Helen Judd . 2023-11-02
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Exceptional tapas restaurant.! This place is cosy and has a great buzz . The food is freshly made and tastes amazing. Very high quality tapas and we highly recommend their version of the malbec red wine . Price of the food was very reasonable for the quality we got too. I can wait to go back again
Vanita Mistry . 2023-11-02
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We ate here to celebrate an anniversary and we were very impressed! The waiters were lovely and they gave great drinks and food recommendations. We appreciate Bravas for going out of their way to make the night an event for us by bringing out a complimentary desert and wishing us congratulations. Service was quick and the food was incredible. We will definitely be coming back.
Alissa Subrovska . 2023-11-01
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Bravas is insanely popular, and rightly so. Every dish is delicious, and served swiftly and the staff are really friendly. They really cram the people and the tables in and it can get noisy, but that all adds to the atmosphere. If you want a quiet dinner, go somewhere else. My only slight gripe is that a bottle of red wine starts at £28. It would be useful to see an 'entry level' alternative. Two of us spent about £50 on 6 dishes and 2 glasses of house red. You must try the aubergine with molasses 🍆
Peter Badger . 2023-10-22
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wonderful night out. food sensational
Paul Stacey . 2023-10-18
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I wish I could give more than 5 stars - this place is incredible. We went to Bulrush a few months back and were really underwhelmed. The food here is lovingly created, and above all, made with fresh ingredients. The fact they print a new menu each day is evidence of their focus on fresh produce. My favourite items were the Cornish mussels which were gorgeously cooked and in a fantastic white wine sauce; and the pork with charred rosemary. It melted in your mouth and felt like a bite sized roast dinner! Jesus (the head chef) and his team are extremely talented in the kitchen and are sure to put something together which tantalises your tastebuds. I know this review sounds a bit OTT, but it was genuinely an amazing experience. Thank you to the chefs and the waiting staff (Louis in particular). Will definitely be back again!
Thomas Swain . 2023-10-17
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Delicious food, wonderful staff!
Lori Sajkowski . 2023-10-07
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tried a few of the tapas here, loved the service and the potato pancake with cheese was so good! aubergine chips was a little too sweet, will definitely be back to try more tapas
aly . 2023-10-02
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What a gem. Great food, great service, great place. I went for lunch with two of my friends and we ordered various dishes (approx. 2 each) and shared. Great info on gluten free and dairy free options too.
erin rae blight . 2023-09-28
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Have walked past this place so many times over the years and always liked the look of it, but as a very infrequent visiter of restaurants we tend to always go to places we know we can trust. However, took a gamble on Bravas today and so happy we did. Will definitely go back and recommend to others. Great choice on the menu, exciting tastes, good variety, friendly service, and psychologically it felt nice to be given lots of warm, fresh bread and olive oil without having to pay for it (I know it sounds wierd, but little touches like that make you feel like you are treated as a human guest rather than a pay cheque). Oh, and to top it all off, I was given the info on the secret ingredients to one of the dishes we loved, so I can try to make it at home. Honestly, it was a real treat - an experience, and I will tell everyone I know to go there. Thank you!
Ben Jones . 2023-09-26
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Had a great evening here with my wife, food was great, wine was great, staff fantastic, loud atmosphere but I enjoyed it all.
Daniel Pope . 2023-09-24
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Wonderful food, service and atmosphere made for a great family birthday celebration!
Charlotte Surrey . 2023-09-22
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Excellent spot with consistently excellent food; balanced flavours and fresh, local ingredients. A real gem.
Lucy Finlay . 2023-09-19
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We absolutely love bravas. Consistently excellent food & service x
Lisa Ballam . 2023-09-18
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Almonds are 4£ but they offer them as they were free. Very small tapas, very very pricy for what they offer.
mi . 2023-09-18
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Brilliant place, noisy and buzzing it was great
phil trevascus . 2023-09-13
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Been coming to Bravas since it opened nearly 10 years ago. Absolutely love it, never had a bad visit. Aubergine and molasses and potatas Bravas are absolute must, but everything is excellent.
Marc Cashmore . 2023-09-09
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Excellent tapas, beer and spirits. Great service from the staff. The venue is a bit small but it feels cozy.
Steven M . 2023-09-03
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Delicious! The people are so nice and fun as well :)
Scarlett Croft . 2023-08-30
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Fabulous. Hadn’t visited in a while and was really pleased to see the same high quality of food, friendly service and fun atmosphere that made us return. All dishes were reasonably priced, expertly made from scratch, and tasted wonderful. The whole mackerel was outstanding; well done to the chef! The wine selection was excellent, sherry selection of high quality and the salted caramel truffles at the end, just decadent! Thank you Bravas!
Nick Sargent . 2023-08-27
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My favourite tapas in Bristol! Always the best food.
Dave Powell . 2023-08-25
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Food was fabulous but the service slow and we had to ask on several occasions for drinks. That aside we loved the food, the atmosphere was relaxed and cosmopolitan. Lovely place and will deffo go back.
Andrew Gregory . 2023-08-24
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An awesome place, with seating outside and inside. Food is small tapas style, and everything was high quality and well made. Plates come as they are made. Lots of classics, with some new dishes too. Plenty of veg / plant / gluten free options. Service is awesome. We just rocked up and they squeezed us in. Thoroughly recommend.
Stuart Green . 2023-08-22
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Came back for the first time in over six years and Bravas was even better than we remembered. Outstanding tapas; highlights were the fried aubergine with molasses and the cider cooked chorizo. 100% recommend
Euan Middleton . 2023-08-19
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My favourite place for a glass of wine and a bite to eat. Perfect. Also, order the lentils. They are divine.
Jemima Hook . 2023-08-16
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Three human beings and one dog thoroughly enjoyed our visit. The food was excellent (special mention for the amazing aubergines in molasses and the beef meatballs in a velvety almond sauce) and the service was attentive without being obtrusive. The staff were also very accommodating of our canine companion, which was much appreciated. Lovely atmosphere, heartily recommended.
Debbie Pinfold . 2023-08-14
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Just unreal. The food is simply sublime. You really have to experience it to believe it. Also - I know it's silly but free sparkling water on tap is such a win.
Howie Clarke . 2023-08-13
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Excellent service and excellent fiid. Little surprise that tge place is always busy!
Simon Baines . 2023-08-11
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Always delicious! The service is always personable and friendly. Extremely good value for money as well!
Jürg . 2023-08-11
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Outstanding restaurant in every way! I can’t fault any aspect. The food was incredible and I loved the touch of free sparkling water.
Maddy Scott . 2023-08-08
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Gorgeous neighbourhood restaurant. All of the food was delicious, stand outs the croquetas, hogget with chimichurri and prawns. The ice cold beers and rose wine were great. Took our 2 kids (11 & 8) and they also really enjoyed the food
Lois Breegan . 2023-08-07
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Great place. Lovely service. The quickest way to get to Spain for dinner.
Robert Pisacane . 2023-08-06
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Like everything about this place
Stu Halson . 2023-08-06
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