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We built BFN Premium with three simple goals in mind: to help you discover brilliant new locations, make it cheaper to eat out, and give you one central place to find every food event happening in the city that’s worth your time.

For less than the cost of a pint (£5/month), here is exactly how we make that happen:

📍 BFN Food Map: You get instant, on-the-go access to our curated guide of Bristol’s absolute top spots so you never have to panic search for a good recommendation again.

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📆 The Event Calendar: You can plan your entire year of eating with our regularly updated schedule of food festivals, pop-ups, and supper clubs so you never miss another ticket drop.

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New Custodians For The Arnolfini: Big news for the harbourside! Wiper & True and FED are teaming up to take over the Arnolfini cafe and bar, stepping in for Bristol Beer Factory. They're currently serving drinks outside, with the inside bar opening its doors in early June after a fresh refurb. Expect amazing coffee, delicious bakes, and beautifully poured pints.

American Pies On St Marks: Bristol finally has a proper American pie spot! Oh My! Pie Co. has set up a permanent home inside Radical Roasters on St Marks Road over in Easton. Handcrafted by Michelin-trained chef Amy Symonds, you can grab a top-tier slice for just £4.50. You can also DM them for whole pie deliveries if you're hosting a proper feast.

Big Chains Hit City Centre: We know Bristolians fiercely protect our independent food scene, so the arrival of a couple of major chains right in the centre might rustle a few feathers. The viral international brand Blank Street officially landed on Park Street on Saturday, May 16th, serving up their matcha and pastries in those inescapable mint green cups. Over on Corn Street, London's Pizza Pilgrims is taking over the beloved old Stanfords bookshop, officially opening their doors on Monday, June 15th. While these big names will inevitably pull in the crowds, let's not forget the amazing independent spots right around the corner that actually keep Bristol's food scene ticking. We highly recommend grabbing a locally roasted brew from Hem Coffee just down the road, or getting your pizza fix from homegrown favourites like Pizzarova and Pizza Workshop instead!

Midweek Burgers At Royal Oak: Jose Ardito has brought a mouth-watering new food menu to The Royal Oak in Clifton. Available Tuesday through Thursday, the lineup features crowd-pleasers like the 'El Gallo' and the Colombian Burger. It's the perfect excuse for a cheeky midweek pub trip!

MEY•ZE Extends To Daytime Cafe: Chandos Road favourite MEY•ZE has just made our mornings a whole lot better. They're now open as a daytime café from Monday to Wednesday, running from 9am to 1pm. Swing by Redland for coffee, cake, and brilliant company.

Bristol's Best Tiramisu Taste Test: Wondering who does the best tiramisu in the city? Local food creator @bosfinesse just dropped a video reviewing the top six spots, putting the finest Italian restaurants head-to-head. Heavyweights like Bosco Pizzeria, Little Hollows, Gigi's Pizza Shop, RAGÙ, and Magari are all featured. Save this one for the next time you've got serious dessert cravings!

All-Star Charity Dinner (20th May): Renowned Bristol chefs are joining forces for a special charity dinner at The Elmgrove Centre. The four-course menu will be crafted by local legends including Josh Eggleton from Pony Family, Ben Harvey from Bianchis, Pegs from Sonny Stores, and Pash from The Lido. The evening is hosted by Bristol comedian Jayde Adams and raises funds for The MAZI Project. You can grab your tickets on Yuup to support a genuinely brilliant cause.

Picky Bits With Matty (24th May): Dongnae on Chandos Road is hosting Matty from Caper & Cure for a bank holiday takeover. Starting from 1pm, expect a menu that blends modern European bistro style with nostalgic South East Asian flavours. It's a buzzy walk-in only affair with bar service, so get there early before the food and drinks run out.

Free Cotto Street Party (24th May): The legends at Cotto Wine Bar & Kitchen are taking over St Stephen's Street for a free bank holiday street party. Kicking off at 12pm, they're bringing in special guest Wizzy for a very naughty menu. Expect her famous Korean fried chicken alongside dumplings and three different types of fried ravioli. There's a fully stocked bar for the adults and treats for the kids, so get everyone together and come down to bank holiday with them!

Gigi’s X Oowee Pizza (24th May): For one day only, Gigi's and Oowee are teaming up to serve three unhinged pizza specials. They'll be serving by the slice from 48, right next door to Gigi's, starting at 12pm until they sell out at 5pm. Beers and great vibes will obviously be on deck.

Northern Italian Tasting Menu (28th May): BANK in Totterdown is bringing back their World Fire Cooking Series with a stunning seven-course menu cooked over live flame. For £72 per person, you'll dive into dishes from Piemonte, Lombardy, and the Veneto, including rabbit tortellino in brodo and squab pigeon breast. The event kicks off at 7pm, but keep in mind this one isn't suitable for vegetarians.

WANGS X MAZI Project (4th June): WANGS is collaborating with The MAZI Project for a one-off, surprise three-course sharing menu. Taking place at MAZI in Bedminster, proceeds from the evening will go towards tackling food insecurity and supporting disadvantaged youth. Tickets start from £38 and spaces are limited, so don't hang about.

The Shakespeare Anniversary Party (13th June): The Shakespeare pub is celebrating its massive 10-year anniversary with a proper summer party. Head down for a hog roast, a cocktail bar, and live music from John Prescott. It's sure to be a cracking celebration for one of Bristol's beloved pubs.

If you're wandering down Chandos Road and find yourself mesmerised by fresh pasta being theatrically hand-crafted in a shop window, you've stumbled upon a true Redland gem. Little Hollows Pasta at number 26 has been serving up uncompromising artisan Italian food since they first opened their doors on the 25th of September 2021. What started as a passion project for a self-taught pastai has blossomed into a buzzing neighbourhood favourite that's rightly earned itself a Michelin Bib Gourmand. They source their fantastic ingredients from independent, family-run importers to make sure every single bite hits the mark. Let's be honest, watching perfectly yellow pasta being rolled out from the pavement is the foodie equivalent of a hypnotic pendulum!

Whether you're popping in for a relaxed daytime feed or looking for an intimate evening spot, they've got you sorted. Lunch runs from 12pm to 3pm, Tuesday to Saturday, where you can soak up the bright dining room or head out to their sunny garden when the Bristol weather actually decides to play ball. Dinner kicks off from 5.30pm onwards, bringing a lively atmosphere and an a la carte menu that champions bronze-die extruded shapes like linguine alongside their speciality handmade filled pastas. Just bear in mind they keep evening party sizes to a maximum of six guests to make sure everyone's comfortable, so it's the perfect excuse for a cosy double date or a highly anticipated catch-up with close mates.

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