Racks Bar & Kitchen
Bristol
At a glance
Racks Bar & Kitchen is a well-established independent venue located on St Paul’s Road in the Clifton area of Bristol. Known for its versatile nature, it caters to a wide range of occasions from friendly gatherings to large parties. The space is ideal for those looking to host events, with provisions for private hire that can accommodate up to 200 guests. Racks is a popular choice for group dining, offering a variety of menus suitable for different group sizes and occasions.
The bar and kitchen provide an inviting atmosphere perfect for socializing. The ambiance strikes a balance between a casual local bar and a vibrant party venue, making it suitable for various demographics including students and families. Its kitchen offers an appealing menu that caters to a range of tastes, ensuring there are options for everyone. The venue positions itself as a welcoming location for holiday celebrations, such as Christmas parties and New Year's Eve events.
Beyond daily dining and socializing, Racks Bar & Kitchen frequently hosts themed events and activities, such as quiz nights and bottomless brunches, adding to its dynamic character. The venue regularly updates its calendar with appealing offers that encourage repeat visits. Sports enthusiasts will find a schedule of events to enjoy, making it a spirited spot for game days.
Racks embraces modern technology with a dedicated app, which unlocks features like a free drink and member pricing, heightening the customer experience. Its location in Clifton, an area known for its historic charm and cultural vibrancy, makes Racks Bar & Kitchen a convenient choice for locals and visitors alike looking to explore the culinary and social offerings of Bristol.
Reviews
Came for Sunday dinner and some cocktail's the dinner was amazing and £5 bloody Mary’s 😍 frozen margaritas were also so good. Every single staff member we came across was so lovely and was genuinely so happy to help. Lovely place would recommend.
Came here with a bunch of friends for lunch. We were very well looked after by the lovely Alfie. He had great knowledge of the menu and made some recommendations for us. The food was fresh and delicious. I had the hand cooked chips, spring greens and the most amazing scotch egg with an apple & cider chutney. We were impressed by Alfie’s playlist that was playing too and enjoyed listening during our visit. All in all a lovely experience and atmosphere.
I came for dinner with three friends and we all cleared our plates. I am vegan and was really pleased with the selection of vegan options, including desserts and drinks, and how well labelled the menus were for VG and GF options. I had the vegan banana blossom and chips followed by the vegan dark chocolate mousse. Both were delicious. Service was brilliant. Our main server, Lea, was friendly and attentive. I'll definitely be back.
We visited today from Cardiff and so glad we did. The nicest food I've had in a long, long time! Serving proper homemade delicious food. Amazing really as we couldn't dine in many places which state gluten free in Bristol. Due to my sister being gluten free Celiac it's very difficult to eat out. This place she had no issues with Celiac or any symptoms. The taste and food placement 10/10, very good portions. Very friendly and welcoming staff. Highly recommend. Very reasonably priced, with amazing Mon-Fri deal, which was a surprise for the quality of food. We'll definitely be back very soon.
My sister and I held our 60th birthday party here and the team were super helpful and communicated well to help us organise it. We had a great night, and all our guests commented on what a lovely venue it is and especially how good the buffet food was. We were really well looked after by Izzy during the event. A big thank you to the whole team!
