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Experience the true essence of Italian dining at San Carlo in Bristol. Situated on Corn Street in the city centre, our Bristol Italian restaurant is known for its exceptional service, lively ambience, and meticulous attention to detail, guaranteeing an unforgettable experience every time you visit. Treat yourself to a menu filled with delicious food made with the freshest ingredients from Italian markets. Step into our upscale, luxury setting and savour unparalleled quality in food and drink, ensuring every visit is a memorable celebration of Italian heritage.
Modern Italian dishes served in a roomy restaurant and former bank with mirrored walls.
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Address: 44 Corn St, Bristol BS1 1HQ, United Kingdom
Phone: +44 117 922 6586
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Yee Laam Lam
Came here for my sister’s birthday and honestly left pretty disappointed. Should’ve picked somewhere else.
Right at the start the waiter asked if we wanted water, we said yes, and then it just never came. Had to ask someone else later, which was a weird start at a restaurant that is branded more the more high-end side.
The only okay dish was the calamari — everything else went downhill. The mashed potatoes were badly done with chunky bits still in them, and one piece even looked kinda grey. If you can’t get mash right, that says a lot.
The crab spaghetti was soggy and overcooked, definitely not al dente, and just average at best. The risotto was worse — one bite bland, the next way too salty, like it wasn’t seasoned properly at all. It was also really mushy. Tasted like it came straight out of a Campbell can. One dish cost £33 and came with just two scallops and one king prawn, which felt ridiculous for the price. You can get way better and fresher seafood elsewhere in Bristol for the same money — and you could definitely taste that this wasn’t fresh.
Service was fine, but there was a massive gap between the starter and main. Honestly, the nicest thing about the place was the outside.
Wouldn’t go back.
… moreRight at the start the waiter asked if we wanted water, we said yes, and then it just never came. Had to ask someone else later, which was a weird start at a restaurant that is branded more the more high-end side.
The only okay dish was the calamari — everything else went downhill. The mashed potatoes were badly done with chunky bits still in them, and one piece even looked kinda grey. If you can’t get mash right, that says a lot.
The crab spaghetti was soggy and overcooked, definitely not al dente, and just average at best. The risotto was worse — one bite bland, the next way too salty, like it wasn’t seasoned properly at all. It was also really mushy. Tasted like it came straight out of a Campbell can. One dish cost £33 and came with just two scallops and one king prawn, which felt ridiculous for the price. You can get way better and fresher seafood elsewhere in Bristol for the same money — and you could definitely taste that this wasn’t fresh.
Service was fine, but there was a massive gap between the starter and main. Honestly, the nicest thing about the place was the outside.
Wouldn’t go back.
Jerry Searle
Went on Valentines night, atmosphere was good and the restaurant was buzzing and nearly full.
Had fillet steak with Parma ham and truffle, my GF had the scallops.
Had some fizz and a few Zombie cocktails that are worth trying!
… moreHad fillet steak with Parma ham and truffle, my GF had the scallops.
Had some fizz and a few Zombie cocktails that are worth trying!
Mary Edwards
We came here last weekend from Devon to celebrate our 25th wedding anniversary 8th November
We had a table booked for a specific time, but took the off chance of arriving early, which was a good move as the restaurant got very busy at our original arrive time.
My husband ordered pink bubbly which made us laugh watching our waiter trying to open it, we all giggled
Our food was orderd & we waited.
We ordered the Frittura di Pesce Portifino (this was sadly the let down of our meal) very greasy & deep fried Scallops not good.
We needed a while for our mains.
I had the Beef Cheek (wow wow) I was expecting a small dish, not half a plate (its a large dish) it was absolutely amazing, tenderly cooked & so much flavour.
My husband had the chicken supreme in a very rich cream sauce (sorry cant remember the name)
With our mains we were never checked back on until we finished our meal (had to take the beef cheek home)
We were offered dessert menus but sadly had to ask twice for them as they never arrived, when they did arrive we unfortunately changed our mind as it was too late.
A fabulous evening & thank you
… moreWe had a table booked for a specific time, but took the off chance of arriving early, which was a good move as the restaurant got very busy at our original arrive time.
My husband ordered pink bubbly which made us laugh watching our waiter trying to open it, we all giggled
Our food was orderd & we waited.
We ordered the Frittura di Pesce Portifino (this was sadly the let down of our meal) very greasy & deep fried Scallops not good.
We needed a while for our mains.
I had the Beef Cheek (wow wow) I was expecting a small dish, not half a plate (its a large dish) it was absolutely amazing, tenderly cooked & so much flavour.
My husband had the chicken supreme in a very rich cream sauce (sorry cant remember the name)
With our mains we were never checked back on until we finished our meal (had to take the beef cheek home)
We were offered dessert menus but sadly had to ask twice for them as they never arrived, when they did arrive we unfortunately changed our mind as it was too late.
A fabulous evening & thank you
Lily Wang
Sancarlo stolen my lobster tails meat. Disgusting kitchen. I ordered lobster Tagliolini , it was empty giant shells under the spaghetti, but lobster meat only this a small piece claw with another an even smaller prawn meat on the side, I paid £37.95 for empty lobster shells! The spaghetti not cooked properly, hard inside. It looks like left overnight meals . I ordered a pot of tea, I asked them refill hot water, they changed me for second drink, £9 for 2 pots tea!! Do not go there, waist your money!
… moreKick_the_AJ
It was a special occasion so I booked under a “birthday” booking. However staff didn’t really do anything for that and I was left quite disappointed. The food was decent and has a big portion. The truffle pizza was more crust than actual cheese and toppings tho. It’s a nice meal but nth made me want to visit again
… moreIshan Yash
We went there for my partner’s birthday. The atmosphere was nice, the service was good too, but the food was not the best Italian you could have in Bristol, a little below average I would say. We got non alcoholic drinks which were fine, but again, the food was disappointing – would not expect this standard from a restaurant like San Carlo.
Also, no birthday celebration offered (not even a mention) and we saw a group of people having someone’s birthday celebrated at another table (that was a bit awkward for me as she was just looking at me and I was not sure what to say?), not sure how it works, but I expected at least someone to call or ask if there’s a special arrangement thats needed (as I mentioned this clearly while I booked the table).
If the food would have been better, then its a decent place to spend your money.
… moreAlso, no birthday celebration offered (not even a mention) and we saw a group of people having someone’s birthday celebrated at another table (that was a bit awkward for me as she was just looking at me and I was not sure what to say?), not sure how it works, but I expected at least someone to call or ask if there’s a special arrangement thats needed (as I mentioned this clearly while I booked the table).
If the food would have been better, then its a decent place to spend your money.
Gen ES
Fantastic service and delicious food & drink. Huge menu with several vegetarian options. Went to celebrate my partner’s birthday and they made it special and gave him a pudding and sang happy birthday.
… moreWill McAlister
Food was excellent, but we waited 20 minutes before we were able to order a drink. The meal was good but service could have been a little quicker.
… moreDes Farmer
Strange place this. Really nice looking restaurant. The waiters look smart. The menu is varied but here is where the stars for this place start to disappear.
The food is served on cold plates. So for example the mash potato was £7 on top of the main veal which was £27 and was cold in minutes because the plates were cold.
There pizzas were alright but getting close to £20 a pizza not worth it.
If you want to spend a lot of money eating food which isn’t great pop in. Alternative search elsewhere.
I guess the other reviews speak volumes about this establishment.
… moreThe food is served on cold plates. So for example the mash potato was £7 on top of the main veal which was £27 and was cold in minutes because the plates were cold.
There pizzas were alright but getting close to £20 a pizza not worth it.
If you want to spend a lot of money eating food which isn’t great pop in. Alternative search elsewhere.
I guess the other reviews speak volumes about this establishment.
Precious Gumede
We popped in for lunch on a Tuesday visit to Bristol, we were warmly welcomed at the door and led to our table immediately. The place is beautiful and the staff were all very welcoming. The food was delicious, and we were fully satisfied with the flavours and the portion sizes and the quality. I had two aperol spritz that were delicious and I would definitely go there again.
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