We're always looking for ways to help you eat out for less... and we've found it! Bristol’s dining scene is already buzzing, and now there’s a brilliant new way to enjoy it.

Co-founded by Marco Pierre White, the dining app EatClub has officially landed in our neck of the woods, connecting us hungry lot with real-time offers at some of the city's best independent spots.

The app is completely free and super easy to use. All you need to do is choose a restaurant, unlock an offer (getting up to 50% off your total bill!), and pay right through your phone with EatClub Pay. No more faffing with voucher codes or being restricted by set menus - it’s a much more flexible and affordable way to eat out.

The Bristol line-up is already looking top-tier. EatClub has deals at local favourites like Little Bagel Co, Coq, Black Cumin, Cappadocia, Soft Buoys and many more. It's the smartest way to eat your way around the city. Who doesn't love a cheeky discount on some incredible food?

Even better, exclusively for BFN subscribers, use code ECBFN15 to unlock an extra £15 off the bill with your first use of the app. Download now and start saving:

Looking to find out more? Visit the EatClub website

Go To Food Podcasts's Top 10 Bristol Restaurants: The Go To Food Podcast just dropped their highly anticipated list of Bristol's finest eateries. The lineup features a brilliant selection including Lido, Root, Lapin, Little Hollows, Wilsons, Glens Kitchen, Bianchis, Dongnae, and Caper and Cure. It's a fantastic nod to our thriving local food scene. Time to start ticking them off your must-visit list if you haven't already!

Doughnuts & Neapolitan Pizza Plans: There are some exciting planning applications brewing in the city centre. Pipp & Co is looking to open a second branch at Redcliff Quay, bringing their artisan doughnuts and baked treats to a waterfront cafe space. Meanwhile, Pizza Pilgrims has applied for permission to take over the old Stanfords bookshop on Corn Street in the Old City. Keep your eyes peeled as these two spots progress.

Greytone Opens Montpelier Coffee Roastery: The folks behind St Paul's Hong Kong style cafe Greytone have taken things up a notch by opening their own roastery. Located in Bath Buildings in Montpelier, the new setup features a fully electric roaster imported from Norway. Run by Johnny Leung, the roastery is now supplying all the coffee for their Dean Street cafe, and you can even grab bags of beans to brew your perfect cup at home.

Bristol Chefs Favourite Pubs: Bristol's pub scene has received some serious love from culinary experts. Genevieve from the Bristol Fire School gave a massive shoutout to the Lost & Grounded Brewers taproom, praising their Keller Pils as absolutely banging. Big Nath also weighed in, highlighting Small Bar on King Street for its amazing beer selection and Wings Diner setup, plus a special mention for The Apple boat pub to sort out all your cider cravings.

Spring South Glos Food & Drink Festival (16th May - 17th May): The Spring South Glos Food & Drink Festival is back at the Bristol and Bath Science Park in Emersons Green. Entry is totally free, so head down for local food and drink traders, live music, and a funfair. If you're a fan of the classics, Saturday evening features a Rolling Stones tribute band from 5pm.

American Pies & Bottomless Pizza (22nd May): Amy Symonds is bringing her amazing Oh My! Pies to Gigi's Pizza on Old Market Street for Pizza for a Purpose. It's going to be a brilliant night of cocktails, vinyl, and bottomless pizza to raise money for the Mazi Project. Amy's vintage-inspired, deep-filled pies are not to be missed.

Bedminster Beer Trail Returns (22nd May - 24th May): The Bedminster Beer Trail returns for its fifth edition, bringing together fantastic independent venues right across BS3. Make sure to swing by KASK, where they'll be pouring summer lagers perfect for smashing back in their lovely garden. They will also have a cheeky wine twist featuring a collab between Burning Sky Beer and Westwell Wines.

Gluten-Free Chicken And Waffles (5th June): Newton Farm Foods is teaming up with Frankie's Chicken & Waffles for a seriously special kitchen takeover. Adam Ball will be serving up his elite, crowd-favourite chicken and waffle combos. The entire menu is 100% gluten-free, with tables available from 5pm.

Brand New Bristol Food Fest 2026 (6th June - 7th June): Grab your mates and head to Canons Marsh Amphitheatre on the Harbourside for Bristol Food Fest 2026. This brand-new free festival promises a diverse mix of street food traders, artisan stalls, and sweet treats. It is a perfectly relaxed, dog-friendly summer event complete with live music and DJs.

Cantonese BBQ at WANGS (7th June): After a sold-out first run, WANGS is back in Montpelier for the second event of their limited Sunday summer series. They are teaming up with Lap-fai Lee to serve charcoal-roasted char siu, pork belly, duck, and salt-roasted root veg skewers. Be quick and book online to secure your favourite roast before it sells out again.

Bravas’ 14th Birthday Party Details (14th June): Bravas is officially turning 14 and they are throwing a massive celebration to mark the occasion. From 1pm, you can expect delicious food as their chefs team up with sister restaurant Condesa. Live music from The 45s kicks off at 2:30pm, and they will be raising money for Empire Fighting Chance all day.

Valley Fest 2026 (31st July - 2nd August): Valley Fest is back with an absolutely massive food programme. Highlights include a four-course brunch by Sonny Stores' Pegs Quinn and a low-waste feast by Michelin Green star chef Chantelle Nicholson. You'll also find produce-led menus by Amber Francis and the return of the popular Cooking Over Fire Stage.

Tucked away at 16 Cotham Hill, just off Whiteladies Road, Coffee + Beer is a proper Bristol fixture bringing together two of life's greatest pleasures. They've been perfecting their craft for eight years, serving as an independent coffee shop, craft beer retailer, and tap room all rolled into one. On the caffeine front, they rotate their espresso and filter options every single week. You can sip on beans from local legends like Triple Co, or sample brews from UK heavyweights like Square Mile and Dark Arts.

If a cold pint is more your speed, they champion the modern British brewing scene with two rotating tap lines and around 100 different beers lining the shelves. Expect to find Bristol favourites like Left Handed Giant, Wiper & True, and Good Chemistry sitting next to out-of-town legends like Deya and Verdant. Whether you're after a morning pick-me-up or a cheeky afternoon tinny, they've got you well and truly sorted. Drop in Monday to Thursday from 8am to 4pm, Fridays from 8am to 5pm, Saturdays 10am to 5pm, and Sundays 10am to 4pm.

Follow them on Instagram at @coffeeandbeer_bristol

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