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If only Chorlton had a restaurant half as good as Wilks in Bristol, I'd be very happy indeed. Every neighbourhood should have a restaurant like this one in an ideal world. We don't even have an equivalent in the whole of Manchester either and are not likely to in the near future. Few independents can afford the exorbitant rents. Restaurants like this one are as rare as hen's teeth, outside of London. Just take a look at chef James Wilkins’ CV. It's as long as your arm. There are photos of him on the wall in various restaurants, Gordon Ramsay, with the Galvin brothers, at Michel Bras' three star restaurant in Laguiole, France amongst many others all over the world, Japan too. We find the bistro tucked away in a smart side street in Redland just outside of Bristol. There's a hushed silence, but we're the first there on this wet and miserable wintry Sunday. We begin with bread, naturally. It's good but short of exceptional. Nonetheless, I have a very good feeling about this place. Some pre-starters arrive. Beautiful, Parmesan cream, smoked salmon & fennel crackers with a Jerusalem artichoke velouté with truffle butter. Who couldn't love such wonderful little morsels? Fewer things make me happier than the phrase 'a gift from the chef'.
I’ve visited the restaurant for lunch.
Atmosphere is pleasant along with decoration, a calmness and quiet that’s comforting on which the staff take part.
We opted for the lunch menu and decided to go for different dishes to cover all options and create a tasting menu. The food of superb, loved the dinnerware and presentation, as one should expect. The service was good with a variety of staff with different roles again as expected. The wine list was particularly interesting. Thank you
A wonderful experience, fabulous food, very relaxed and helpful atmosphere. Brilliant advice and help with the wines - not condescending at all. Highly recommended.
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