Aqua

Bristol has successfully combined the hip & the historic on its rejuvenated waterfront, where bands, bars, clubs & cafés beat out the sound of a young scene. Aqua is one of the pack, a contemporary bar-cum-brasserie with an Italian accent, stylish surrounds & a summer alfresco area. The kitchen delivers a broad sweep of competently executed but unpretentious dishes taking in the likes of spaghetti carbonara, butterflied king prawns tossed in garlic, Italian parsley & lemon butter, or lobster ravioli with wilted spinach & truffle cream sauce. Conveniently situated a stone’s throw from the Old Vic, Aqua is also a handy bolthole for a pre- or post-theatre fill-up.