OMG Bristol Bar

Visited The Botanist in Bristol for Christmas Eve dinner and had a generally pleasant experience. The restaurant itself is quite good—lovely ambiance with a charming, festive atmosphere. The food was well-prepared, nicely presented, and of good quality, though the delivery was on the slower side. Still, for a special occasion like Christmas Eve, the effort in the presentation made it worth the wait. The staff, while polite enough, didn’t seem particularly enthusiastic or engaged. It felt like they were just going through the motions, which took away from the otherwise good vibe of the place. One thing to watch out for is the additional charges. The prices seemed fair at first glance, but there were some hidden charges added to the bill, which left a sour note at the end of the meal. Transparency here could definitely be improved. Overall, I’d rate it 4 out of 5 stars. It’s a nice place to try, and I would recommend it for the food and ambiance. However, I’m not sure I’d return personally. If you’re looking for somewhere to dine in Bristol, The Botanist is worth a visit, but just keep an eye on the bill.

Amazing bottomless brunch at the Botanist. Starter and main, plus a range of cocktails and Prosecco included at a very reasonable price. Our food arrived quickly and the place had a warm ambience. Shout-out to our server Sophie who was courteous and efficient and ensured that we had a wonderful experience. Thank you.

We had a pleasant dinner here, we had the scallops and fish which was delicious. We also had cocktails which we all enjoyed. The atmosphere was perfect, while it had ambient lighting, above our table there was a spotlight which was perfect for my grandmother. Overall a very nice experience.