Harbour House is a waterfront restaurant in Bristol overlooking the River Avon. The building shares its address with Banksy’s first hometown exhibition from the early 2000s and is a Grade II-listed boathouse, designed by Isambard Kingdom Brunel during his time constructing the Clifton Suspension Bridge.
The rustic décor creates a relaxed and pleasant atmosphere where you can enjoy plenty of options from the 'butcher', 'fishmonger' and 'greengrocer' sections of the menu, showing off the local approach the team have to food. The Sunday Roast menu should satisfy even the largest of appetites with options like dry-aged Hereford beef sirloin, alongside Gloucester Old Spot pork belly and Gloucestershire lamb, all served with an impressive spread: roast potatoes, seasonal greens, carrots, celeriac puree, red cabbage, Yorkshire pudding, gravy and cauliflower cheese.
If you would prefer the vegetarian option, no fear, Harbour House have taken care to create an assortment of alternatives such as Mushroom Wellington and Cauliflower Steak. The seating is split between a covered terrace and the indoor seating area that contains tables of various shapes and sizes, comfortable looking armchairs surrounded by an array of artwork and vibrant foliage.
Harbour House values transparency when it comes to the sourcing of their produce and provides a detailed overview on their website, relaying the distance various produce has travelled and the name of their suppliers, giving you an in-depth understanding of the story behind the dishes and drinks available. They believe 'sourcing locally guarantees the very best of the season all year round'.
Whether it be your next family meal, a celebration with friends or even a wedding Harbour House is a safe bet for a well catered meal and accompanying drink. The bar serves a variety of drinks from coffee to cocktails, showcasing local craft and international beer as well as an extensive wine list, not to mention its celebration of English Sparkling.