Occupying what was once the York Café, Rosemarino, located in Clifton is one of the bright sparks on the Bristol restaurant scene. Serving up freshly prepared regional Italian specialities, with an ever changing menus, you’ll always be able to try something new here.
With an all-day dining menu, visit in the morning for the likes of eggs purgatorio – spicy tomato, n’duja, veg and eggs on focaccia – or go for a classic royal or benedict. On the dinner menu you’ll find the likes of Sicilian crochette, roasted courgette and tuna with pickled fennel.
Rosemarino also has daily specials on its blackboard, so every time you pay them a visit, you’ll be able to try something exciting and new.
Décor-wise they keep things simple and let the food do the talking. Simple light wood and rustic touches are featured throughout the restaurant which sits on two floors and the downstairs area is ideal for bigger groups who want to enjoy a taste of what is on their menus.
As well as taking great pride in the food it produces, coffee is also a big focus at Rosemarino, which is unsurprising. It is an Italian restaurant after all. Since it takes pride in sourcing everything locally, you can enjoy a coffee from the Clifton Coffee Company, thick and creamy hot chocolate like they serve in the Italian Alps and if that doesn’t appeal to you, a selection of local teas from Attic teas is available too.
All its dishes are served without any fuss or frills so you can appreciate each dish for exactly what it is. And since everything is sourced locally and dishes are cooked depending on their seasonality you’re guaranteed a great quality meal every time.
Before you plan on paying Rosemarino a visit, we recommend you book, because among locals this Italian is super popular and gets very busy.