Bristol is filled with a diverse and rich range of places to eat. One popular cuisine at the moment is Caribbean food or more specifically Jamaican dishes, known for its amazing flavours and colourful plates.
A user on Reddit posted on the social media platform asking for suggestions on where people think serves the best Jamaican options in Bristol. The post, titled Best Jamaican food in Bristol? said: “As the title says really. Looking for the best, authentic, Jamaican food in Bristol. I am willing to drive to surrounding areas if the food is good enough!”
With over 50 comments on the post, Bristolians had a lot of options including St. mary’s Kitchen, Mama Cleo’s, Bikkle, Sophie’s Kitchen, Glen’s Kitchen, Fi Real, Gullu’s, Nadine’s and Caribbean Croft all getting a couple of mentions. But the most popular among all the suggestions appeared to be Blu-Fire and Rice and Things.
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One Reddit commenter said: “Blu-Fire in Brislington.”
With 4.7 stars on Google, Blu-Fire on Brislington Hill, appeared to be one of the more popular choices among commenters. The place is described as: “a Caribbean kitchen and cafe specialising primarily in Jamaican Cuisine.” With both dine-in and takeaway options, this seems like the perfect place for everyone.
Another commenter wrote: “For me it's up there with the best food Bristol has to offer full stop. Consistently top quality. I regularly make a 90 min round trip to pick up that belly pork. Juliet and Colin are lovely too.”
A third penned: “Their pork belly is one of my favourite Bristol dishes.”
While Blu-Fire was a popular choice, possibly the most recommended was Rice and Things on Cheltenham Road. With a 4.4 star rating on Google, the restaurant and bar started out as a takeaway place which according to their website was ‘referred to by many as a ‘hole in the wall’. Serving a range of homemade wines and Jamaican favourites it's no surprise it’s received so many recommendations.
One commenter claimed it to be the best, saying: “Rice n Things easily the best,” which another agreed with, saying: “Rice n Things without a doubt.”
A third said: “I second Rice and Things, but get there early, they sell out.”
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