Sidney & Eden — Restaurant in Bristol

Initially found out about this gem on Facebook on the Bristol CAMRA page posting about their opening night. I made a quip about their whisky selection and was replied to by a member of staff giving their FULL whisky selection including the very hard to find Blantons.

Went down the next day to try it, and several others. The staff were ALL very knowledgeable about their products, each seeming to have their own areas of expertise which is great to see be it cocktails, whisky, gins. Oh and proper whisky glasses, have to mention that... Proper whisky tasting glasses which make all the difference. Was also asked how I take my whisky, and my old fashioned which is an excellent touch and a sign of a very good bar when they ask how you prefer your Old Fashioned.

I mentioned in passing I'd like to see an Islay or two and mentioned a couple brands.... Couple days later both were on the shelf along with more whiskies giving an even better selection.... A bar that listens to what customers want: even better.

Finally, although it doesn't apply to me, they provide free sanitary pads in the bathroom for the ladies. Which I found to be a very considerate touch which combined with everything else sets this bar well above the rest.

In summary: relaxing environment, friendly and knowledgeable staff, great whisky and beer selection, classic cocktails makes for a brilliant bar. Wish nothing but the best of luck to them in these uncertain times as it really is a...

I have been here a couple of times in the past but haven’t been for a while as I stopped drinking alcohol. The service is quick and the atmosphere has always been good here. I came here last weekend for my birthday to have a mocktail. I had a pino colada mocktail and it was excellent. The taste was really pleasant, the glass used was great and lastly it was reasonably priced (around £5). I hope they offer even more mocktails...

Portishead..new bar.

It's pretty small, so opening night it was packed. Nice to have another bar to go to. Big selection of beer..all starting at £5:90, if you want a 5:5 abv then you are looking at £7. More expensive than Sirens Calling. Wine is £9 to £10 for a 250 ml glass. Cider is at £5:90.

Personally I think they need a couple of go to lower priced beers.

It's new, it's different...