Sergio's, 

Sergio's is a hidden gem on Frogmore street (just underneath the Banksy mural on park street). I have been on several occasions both on their a la carte menu and the very reasonably priced lunch menu. The food is always amazing with very fresh Italian flavors. It has a wonderfully quaint family feel with chalk board menus and permanently lit candles on the tables. One cant help but think that it is Italian food as it should be; fresh flavors and superb ingredients, cooked simply but with style.

 If i have any criticism it is some of the servers lack of English which sometimes makes ordering a bit of a chore. However the servers are very pleasant and my strong Mancunian accent probably doesn't help people for whom English is not a first language.

Whilst they do allow customers to 'bring their own bottle'(champagne and wine only) I instead usually opt for there house wine which is lovely. I also enjoy the option of a carafe this old school touch was really helpful as I did not fancy a whole bottle but wanted more than a glass (as i dine with a partner who resolutely hates my favorite tipple of white wine.)

All in all, language barriers aside, I have never had a bad experience at Sergio's and it will always remain as one of the best Italian Restaurants in Bristol.

Happy Dining, 

Wino 

The Recent Revamp of king street should definitely attract the interest of foodies, winos and beer drinkers a like. particularly the Beer emporium and the newly renovated royal navy volunteer, the latter being a bit of a dive until revamped a few months ago.

Both of these destinations offer excellent beer with lots of choices, which they will of course let you try first (I Once saw a lady try 7 different beers before finding the right one, which was slightly irritating as i had just finished work and very much wanted my usual sauv blanc.). 

Out of the two I would say the navy gets my vote and i shall tell you for why, my good sir. The volunteer is light and airy, it is modern yet has the 17th century pictures of the old pub which gives it a bit of history. the staff in the volunteer are extremely knowledgeable and friendly and will do anything for the customer. Whilst the beer emporium is probably thought of as the cooler younger establishment i think the staff are very hit and miss; usually if one of my three favorite barmaids are not working i usually leave. I feel in the beer emporium i have oft been ignored whereas the staff at the volunteer always greet you with a smile and some lovely conversation. 

Food wise there is more choice in the beer emporium however I feel the smaller menu of the royal navy is done to a higher quality. As i nice touch I have often been asked by the owner to sample his new menu items, most recently the goats cheese popcorn which was amazing. the beer emporium is heavily meat centered and a bit off putting. i also feel that their emphasis on meat means that their shellfish dishes are often over cooked and disappoint. The worst case of this i experienced was when complaining of an overcooked prawn I got told by my waitress that this is how the always are and supposed to be. When i pried further the member of staff insinuated i had never had fresh prawns as frozen ones are alot firmer. (just for reference i work in a seafood restaurant and have never in my life used frozen prawns.)

Whichever you prefer, and I'm sure its probably down to personal tast and occasion, the oldest street in Bristol is absolutely the most Happening street to be on right now. 

Peace out food lovers, 

Wino