Root

Root, nestled within the vibrant Wapping Wharf area of Bristol, offers a refreshing take on dining. Located in a converted shipping container as part of the CARGO development, it’s a casual and contemporary space with a focus on small plates and a relaxed atmosphere. It’s not your typical fine dining establishment, but it delivers big flavours and a strong commitment to quality.

What makes it a foodie hotspot? It’s the vegetable-focused menu, which gives vegetables star billing rather than treating them as mere sides. While not strictly vegetarian, Root celebrates seasonal produce with creative and flavourful dishes that are designed to be shared. You’ll find a variety of small plates, allowing you to sample a range of flavours and textures. Think vibrant salads bursting with freshness, inventive vegetable preparations, and carefully selected meat and fish dishes that complement the vegetable focus.

This emphasis on vegetables doesn’t mean they skimp on flavour; quite the opposite. Root uses bold seasonings, interesting cooking techniques, and high-quality ingredients to create dishes that are both satisfying and exciting. It’s a place where even committed carnivores can discover the delicious potential of vegetables.

The setting in Wapping Wharf adds to the appeal. The area is a hub of independent businesses, with a lively atmosphere and a strong sense of community. Root’s location in a shipping container gives it a unique, urban feel, and the outdoor seating area offers views of the harbour.

For road trippers looking for a relaxed yet flavourful dining experience in Bristol, Root is a great choice. It’s a place to enjoy innovative, vegetable-focused dishes in a vibrant setting, without any of the fuss of traditional fine dining.