The Clifton Sausage in Bristol, City of

We had Sunday lunch here. From ordering it took an hour for our food to arrive. The Manageress was really good about it, she explained the Kitchen was having a nightmare and made a substantial discount to our bill. The food was amazing and well worth the wait. The restaurant was very busy and clearly that’s because the food is so good.

Food was lovely (apart from the over cooked bacon with the liver), service was pretty good, albeit we did have to ask for more drinks rather than be asked, but the main problem we had was the lady (we assume the manager) who kept shouting from the top of the steps to the kitchen. She was very loud and it interrupted our conversations. We were sat in the middle area near the toilets so we were probably affected the most. It was also quite cold, maybe there was a door open near the kitchen which is where the cold air was coming from.

One of my favourite places to eat in Clifton. The staff are always polite and attentive and the food is always delicious. The only downside was they had sold out of the delicious sausage rolls, but they informed us of this as we were seated.

Very tasty food, recommend upgrading to the toad in the hole option. Friendly staff. Food was a bit slow coming out. And bear in mind that it is quite noisy so tricky for those with hearing issues.

Best sausages and gravy. Also, try toad in the hole. It's awesome (see the picture).

I haven't been here for over a decade. Came here for my wife's 40th today for lunch. It is utterly fantastic. A Wonderful member of staff looked after us the entire time. And from start to finish we were smiling. We each had different courses , the portion sizes were fantastic, and the food tasted next level 👌 would not hesitate recommending this restaurant to anyone looking for a hearty comforting meal.

We celebrated our Christmas Dinner and it was very pleasant. Good food and fast service.

My first place dining in the UK coming from FL USA and I was blown away! The Sunday lunch roast was one of the best roasts I've ever had. Thanks for the great food and atmosphere.

been meaning to visit as heard so many good reviews .. can only say wow! Fantastic atmosphere fantastic food fantastic staff very busy sunday before xmas but food was quickly served .. fantastic quality well seasoned and delicious 😋 we can’t wait to come back .. amazing staff .. amazing experience .. merry xmas to you all 🎄🤶🥰

Excellent food, really very tasty. The staff were also really good, we had 3 kids with us and they went over and above with anything we needed.

Fantastic eatery, great food and service

I often visit for post match drinks with friends however the team really delivered for our work Christmas party with great food and service throughout for what was a great evening enjoyed by a large party of 25. Thanks very much everyone!

We visited with 4 of us for the Christmas lunch menu. The vegetarian starter was very tasty but the sauce wasn’t great on the side and the main was very salty. Veg looked a little sad so I think fresh would be best. Granted I am vegetarian going to a sausage restaurant but I wasn’t too keen on the veggie sausages. We were the only table to begin with and it was quite quiet.

We came on a Sunday night, very busy. Had to wait for the reserved table. Sausage and fish were good. The children's food suboptimal (e.g. burger just a patty in a bun).

Had a Christmas meal here. It was pre-booked, with all selections communicated well prior to us arriving. Unfortunately it took 45 minutes for our starters to arrive - apparently there were two other large groups ahead of us. We arrived at 19:45, and we were served our desserts at some time around 22:00hrs. Once the food came out it really was good. With the added bonus of the staff having noted who was having what so there was no having to rely on a 6 week old memory. It was really noisy, but I suspect that's part & parcel of having a meal out at Christmas, as well as the decor within the restaurant.

Booked a table of 8 for me and my friends via a phone call. Was seated by our server, promptly ordered drinks and then our food. The decor and atmosphere is amazing for any meal setting whether that be a meal with in-laws and children or a date nite with the partner. Starters were served first all at once and once starters had been finished with plates cleared there was a small amount of time before all our mains arrived at the same time. I ordered the Clifton Sausage with smash, gravy and Yorkshire pudding (a +£2 additional option (get it!!)). The food was a 10/10 you need to try it. One of them where I want to bring my misses to try the food and overall great experience.

You always get a very good Sunday roast here. Been many times and never disappoints. Dog friendly as well

Lovely food although it took quite a while to arrive. Restaurant was also quite smoky the day we went.

Lovely gaff with great portions

We had a lovely midweek meal here earlier this week. The food was fresh and full of flavour, the service quick once we had ordered and the portion sizes were generous. We used first table and were sat in a quieter part of the restaurant with a little less atmosphere so would love to return and sit up top.

Food was nice but service a bit slow and erratic, although friendly. I know it was a Sunday afternoon and very busy but staffing levels should be sufficient to cope.

Love this place, good food, friendly staff especially the bar man.

Very reliable food, reasonably priced and nice venue with excellent service. I'd recommend

If you want to go eat a good sausage, go now

I came here for a Sunday roast, end up becoming a regular for their roast dinner. The food is reasonably priced and has amazing quality. Comes piping hot and fresh. The sausages here are to die for!! The staff are incredibly friendly and extremely helpful. I have taken a few people to this restaurant and they love it! I highly recommend this place!!

Have always wanted to visit this restaurant and it did not disappoint!! The food was absolutely delicious, I had a lamb mint sausage with mash and a side if carrots and parsnips and omg I could eat that again and again! The dessert was delicious too (we had a gluten free cheesecake) HIGHLY recommend!

A very enjoyable and hearty meal. I will definitely return here. The building is cosy and the staff were friendly and accommodating.

Booked here for Sunday lunch menu and I would definitely recommend. I had 2 starters as I was so hungry, the soup was delicious, it had that wonderful homemade feel and texture to it. The cheese soufflé was good, fun texture, but the flavour was a little bland, not as cheesy as I had anticipated. The roast itself was wonderful, my friend and I got the combo roast and our server Nicky was lovely enough to give us extra beef as we did not like turkey. The gravy was thick, flavourful. Personally I prefer my beef pink, but I was not disappointed! It was so tender, and so was the pork. The pork was amazing, so meaty, very little fat, and super tender, it passed the fork test. The sausage was a little lacklustre, quite salty, and a bit of a flat texture. Overall, it was delicious. My only disappointment was the service. Our server Nicky was lovely, but it was quite slow and at times, did not feel very attentive. We had to try to catch someone to get us another drink. However, I understand it’s Sunday and the restaurant was getting somewhat busy - good sign! If you want a chilled afternoon, not in a rush and good food. I would 100% recommend.

Visited here on a Sunday to find one of the best Sunday lunches I've ever eaten. The combo Sunday lunch had generous portions of turkey, beef, pork and pigs in blankets. Potatoes were lovely and fluffy inside. Broccoli was perfectly cooked and the red cabbage - which usually I don't really like - was delicious. Star of the show was the extra of cauliflower cheese which was so tasty. All served with a delicious gravy. The food set a new bar for Sunday lunch and the stafff were very helpful and attentive. Great atmosphere. As we left, we felt bad for the people being turned away so book to avoid disappointment !

Love it here. Great food, great service and superb value.

Food was amazing, especially for the price. Lovely buzzing atmosphere and the service was as attentive as you'd ever want. 5*

Just wonderful quality food cooked superbly. A little cramped at the back of the restaurant but it really is my only critique. That and the fact after the marvellous (shared) belly bites and the signature sausage tasting plate, I couldn’t even face looking at the desert menu - a first for me!

Booked for Saturday evening to catch up on family who are studying at Bristol. Fantastic ambiance, delicious food with a wide range of menu. Staff could not do enough for us as well accommodating our need for space. Will definitely be returning

Love this place as a bar and restaurant. Great food and good choice of wines. Bar snacks pretty good and the staff very friendly and helpful. Only one thing to eat here and they are very good!! Now has seating or more seating outside so great to watch the world go by. Advise booking at weekends.. such a great vibe

Excellent Lunch here. Sabine made us feel very welcome. Great music and pleasing decor

Great atmosphere, good service and topnotch food good portion size - would recommend toad in the hole need to book as it is popular

Lovely food, nice little restaurant. Recommended booking.

Fab food great staff warm and friendly on a very wet day

Delicious. Last visited around 10 years ago and pleased to say it’s still just as good with excellent service

A lovely restaurant with some excellent vegetarian sausages. Only had a brief visit but look forward to returning when next in Bristol.

The most delicious lunch today! Main course was great, super tasty, the mash of the day was lovely! One of the best sticky toffees for two sticky toffee lovers 🙌 thank you! 100% recommend for lunch or dinner! Left feeling happy and full!

Really good Sunday roasts. They are massive so be careful ordering additional sides... I ain't a small fella but only just got through my meal. Cool place in a cool area.

Enjoyed a lunch here with friends, would definitely recommend.

Brilliant idea, fantastic food, amazing service, thoroughly enjoyed our meal.

We brought some friends here for lunch on Saturday from the Isle of Man. The food was excellent, we were all delighted with our meals. My only observation was that whilst mine host was welcoming and helpful at the bar, the other members of staff seemed somewhat detached when they had to serve drinks. However, l would go there again very happily, but a warm welcome would be appreciated.

Great restaurant, good selection of food, it's not just sausages. We all ate really well, the dessert was particularly impressive. The service was friendly and quick.

Excellent food in a great location

Wonderful Service. The wine list and knowledge are great. Awesome sausages and the home made chips.

We visited as a large group for a meal and were very impressed, particularly with the tasty food and a range of sausage! The service wasn’t rapid, but was very attentive and reasonable quick for such a large group. There were 2 young children with the party and these were well-catered for and the staff were incredibly friendly and helpful. I would certainly recommend the sausage tasting plate for first time visitors and the nibbles and sharers were excellent too!

Very friendly atmosphere as the staff, always checking if I was alright 🥰 Service: I had to wait 30 Min to get served, they said they were busy with big tables downstairs. Maybe bringing some bread or quick appetizers for the wait would have been perfect. Still give them 5 stars as they had to deal with some "interesting" costumers at some point Free WiFi (~8mbps) Food was really good as The quantity!!!! Price 28£ Guinness + sausage of the day (pork & chorizo), plain mash potatoes + affogato Reccomended, I would definitely like to come back

Large restaurant with eclectic decoration and good service. Fair selection of food. Remarkably popular on a Saturday night.

Didn't know Sausages could taste this amazing! If you want something really truly British and you're in the area, make sure to come here! Well worth it. Also, everybody working here was lovely especially our server, Leisha. Makes you feel right at home.

😋😋😋😋😋 A really nice restaurant, with a good priced English cuisine. And a lovely staff.

Found when wandering around Clifton looking for somewhere for dinner, preferably outside (it was a very warm evening!) Saw an outside table here, sat and looked at the menu and decided to stay - only to be told if we hadn't booked we had to sit inside as the outside was booked! Moved inside and ordered and everything was excellent - especially the chicken skewers and pork belly. Excellent Ashton Press cider on draft too! Would definitely return when next in Bristol.

Found when wandering around Clifton looking for somewhere for dinner, preferably outside (it was a very warm evening!) Saw an outside table here, sat and looked at the menu and decided to stay - only to be told if we hadn't booked we had to sit inside as the outside was booked! Moved inside and ordered and everything was excellent - especially the chicken skewers and pork belly. Excellent Ashton Press cider on draft too! Would definitely return when next in Bristol.

We were walk ins on a fairly busy Friday night. However, the staff accommodated us. The food was incredible, flavours amazing and presentation fantastic. The only thing that let it down was the cleanliness of the restrooms. The soap dispensers were filthy, and the soap in the disabled toilet looked mouldy. It needed attention in corners that hadn't been cleaned for some time

Fab sausages, gf options, didn't know it was what we wanted for lunch, but it was 👍👍👍

Amazing food as always! Have been here loads and always good food and service. Highly recommend. Will be back soon for more great sausages

I was slightly disappointed with the sausages, though at a table of 15, I was the only person who wasn't impressed so might be me. The mash was perfect and the best commercial peas I've ever had

Best sausage and mash I've had in England (many visits as my husband is English). Friendly service, local gins and a sticky toffee pudding I took 1/2 of 😋 (also not normal for me).

Some of the best tasting sausages I've had in a while

Simon, the owner, hosts a monthly wine tasting where he uses his knowledge and that of local independent wine merchants, to provide an evening of paired wines and food. We attended the Summer Barbecue evening where 5 wines were paired with 5 courses. The food was beautifully prepared and the wines explained expertly. A casual evening with a great atmosphere.

We stumbled across this place and decided to give it a go, and boy, am I glad we did! I opted for the vegan sausage, which was a total game-changer. Made with spicy chickpeas and roasted peppers, it was served with a creamy olive oil mash and a rich vegan gravy. Honestly, I was blown away by how good it was! This place is perfect if you’re looking for a meat-free alternative that actually tastes amazing. It’s a great starting point for anyone wanting to explore vegan or vegetarian British cuisine. The restaurant itself had a really nice vibe – minimalist and friendly, with a touch of elegance. It matched the food perfectly.

The food and service were great. . The bill included a 10% optional gratuity. It's not optional if it's already been added to the bill. This is poor practice. I would have been too embarrassed to ask for it to be removed in front of friends - as it was I paid quickly without noting the 10%. Also, this made a pint of beer £5.28, which feels too much to me. I suppose it's still reasonable against the prices some other Clifton establishments charge, but I prefer to pay a tip separately.

Really really enjoyed. We had the dog with us and ate outside

Belly pork was amazing but the burger was really poor unfortunately.........we went in early so they might not of been in full swing but really disappointing considering all the reviews we had read previously

Really friendly and attentive, helpful staff and the food was so so good! I'm jealous at gutted I didn't have room for dessert 😅

Great location, friendly service and tasty food. The prawn starters were UNREAL - Wish I had more. I really liked the fact they served different flavours of sausages that I've never thought of. No problems at all from my side, I will be coming back and recommending to other people.

I visited from Chicago, USA. Prior to dining here, I had never had enjoyable British food in my life- but now I know such a thing exists, and it’s here at Clifton Sausage❤️

Great food, a bit too much gravy but delicious just the same...the waiter constantly peering around the corner at us, kind of ruined an otherwise excellent meal

Lovely pub. Great food. Friendly staff. Recommend.

Super food, lovely place, really friendly service. Best pork and chorizo sausages and champ (mash plus spring onion) I've ever tasted. We spoke to a lovely Polish lady after our meal who I think may have been the owner. She spent some time with us and made us feel really valued, rather than just being a group of tourists. Would highly recommend.

I was just here. I ordered starters and main & My starter was chicken tikka skewer. Let’s just say before my main was even prepared I had left. The starter was completely raw in the middle and I was disgusted. I feel sick on my way home and the only thing they offered was to take it off the bill.

Wonderful food, excellent roast and incredible sausages

The girl with the dragon tattoo was super nice and so was the young gentleman George. Food was great and space outside was lovely to sit and take in the sun . I hope to come back soon

Excellent place to have lunch, really lovely staff,

Popped in one afternoon mid-week and received a very warm welcome by Sabrina (?). Lovely place with wooden tables. Menu looked interesting with a few classics, but the star was clearly the sausage. Shared a deep fried squid starter which was superb. Never had squid so tender and the batter was very tasty, too. My partner had the daily special black pudding mash and black pudding sausages. I went for champ and pork, leek, stilton sausages. Both dishes excellent. Puts bangers and mash to a whole new level! Very high quality bangers, lovely creamy mash and the gravy was almost black and full of flavour. Banging!!! (No pun intended 😜) Desserts didn't disappoint either so we left stuffed and happy.

Pack an appetite and have the ribs. Never been unable to finish before.

Got the recommendation from my friend. Finally got the chance to try. BEST PORK BELLY BITE EVER! Crispy outside and tender inside, and fat near the skin is soooo chewy and glutinous! Soup of the day full of fresh vegetables flavors. Bread is a dry though, but with soup is fine. We ordered the plate to test all the kinds. To me the best is the lamb with apricot and mint. The combination is just right, fat lamb with fresh herbs and fruity fruit pree. The beef burger is good. The salad, well, no fancy stuff but just very fresh and will be a good salad.

We decided to go to The Clifton Sausage for my wife's birthday. I booked the table in advance as it's a popular place in Clifton. A warm welcome from the staff , showed our table but the table was set only for 1 person even though I booked it for two. It was our first time so had to get some suggestions from the staff and recommendations was good. We had one lamb and pork sausage which was good. We also ordered some sides but red cabbage wasn't great. It was salty and tangy which was not enjoyable. However the main meal was delicious and portions were big. The sausages were cooked really well and it was delicious and juicy. For dessert we had sticky toffee pudding and it was fresh and delicious. Overall, it's a good place. Service could have been better.

🍖 & 🥔! A nice wee place in Clifton Village that does sausage and mash well. Fair starters, the fried whitebait and pork belly bites were both excellent. For mains, I opted for the Clifton sausage (what else!) and champ mash, which was delicious. The calves liver (which is not really my thing) was also pretty good!

Fabulous evening. Great food and atmosphere with super friendly team. Call out to Sabrina - what an asset! She is the best example of how you run a restaurant! We recommend the Toad in the hole - don't order one each!!!!

My second visit , every bit as good as my first . Very welcoming staff , great food , nice wine . I had beef and ale sausages , mash , gravy and broccoli and two glasses of Malbec . I refused the dessert menu I couldn’t eat another thing . My meal was perfect .

Looking for somewhere a little different for dinner I stumbled on this restaurant and decided to give it a go. And I'm glad I did! The place is lovely inside, and the staff were friendly and efficient. I ordered sweet roasted ribs as a starter, and they were fantastic... Cooked to perfection, succulent, sweet and slightly spicy, and the meat just fell off the bone. For the main course I had pork and stilton sausages on a bed of champ (potatoes and spring onions) with onion gravy. The sausages were of very high quality, tasted amazing, and the mash was creamy. The onion gravy was the perfect accompaniment too. For dessert I had a brownie with ice cream, which was a nice way to end the meal. I went on a Sunday, so this meal was the three course "Sunday lunch" offer, and it was honestly great value for money. Definitely somewhere I'd go again!

We chose the The Clifton Sausage for a family gathering to celebrate my wifes 50th A very warm welcome from the staff on duty , shown our table and left alone while we all did the family meet and greet after months apart . No rush, no pressure , just good staff knowing how treat a customer. Drinks and snacks ordered and quickly served , kept us going until the main courses arrived . ,.... Wow . The highest quality local produce, cooked to perfection . Simple food that really does let the flavour do the talking . Got to say that the two female staff on duty were brilliant . Chatty, engaging and keen to ensure we had the best time in their restaurant . They are the first contact for the customer and are a credit to you .

Family celebration at the Sausage. Service was friendly, food arrived quickly, freshly cooked, hot and delicious. Reasonably priced too! Thank you!

If you like sausages: this is the place. We had reservations so unsure if you could “walk in”. Good menu which does include other options to sausages. Starters, sharing plates if wanted. I ordered the Clifton sausage taster with chump mash, rich onion gravy and a side of braised red cabbage. Delicious sausages, super creamy mash: chump is mash with spring onion in it. The gravy is rich, oniony and tasty. Everything was delicious, we were a table of 6 and everyone loved the food.

Excellent, professional service & tasty food. We went to the restaurant for a family meal to celebrate a birthday, unfortunately our table was next to a big & very noisy group so a few of our party were unable to join in our conversation. A quiet word with a waitress & despite the restaurant looking full, she re-seated us immediately without fuss. As a result we were able to chat & have a really enjoyable meal. Tasty, filling food & a pleasant atmosphere made this a very enjoyable experience. We are grateful for the quietly professional way they handled the situation.

Needs a facelift. Depressing and dingy sat in the back. Pigs in blankets were somewhat dry.

Went here for an anniversary dinner and were served by Alex. Food and service was fab, can’t wait to come back!

Excellent quality sausages and mash!

One of my favourites in Clifton. As you’d hope, the sausage here is amazing, there’s a great selection and all of them are amazing. Not only that, but the other non-sausage dishes are great too, the pork belly is one of, if not, the best around and is definitely worth it if you don’t fancy a sausage. The fishcake starter was also incredible, and most places would consider it a main, so I would plan for a smaller main if going for this! Cant go wrong visiting here for dinner! Would 100% recommend!

We booked for early on a Sunday evening with a plan to have one of their roasts. What a great plan. So great to see a venue using sirloin instead of topside for their beef roasts as it is so much better. One of the best roast dinners I have had for a very long time. Served with roast potatoes, carrot puree, Yorkshire pudding & gravy with red cabbage and greens served separately. Cauliflower cheese was an extra £4.50 (understandably as it is costly), and was equally delicious. Two courses £24.50 including a fabulous sticky toffee pudding. Great value for the quality and that part of Bristol. Great wine list too with many options available by the glass and very reasonably priced. Would highly recommend.

I've been here a few times, but this was the first time for a Sundsy Roast. I had th combo meats. Wow, beautiful, large portions and very tasty. Staff were really welcoming and friendly, very friendly, low-key atmosphere. Definitely will go back with my mum as they do have good gluten-free options.

Delicious food! Great little place and a great atmosphere.

Amazing food, lovely staff, more sausages than you could ask for! We loved it.

Friendly staff. Great atmosphere. Clean restaurant. Big portion.

Very lovely staff. The food is in quite big portion and it’s alright.

The service here was abysmal. It took 45 minutes for starters to arrive and our enquiry was met with a lame ‘we are busy’. When the starters did arrive, they were plonked in the middle of the table until we suggested that the server place the meal in front of the person who ordered it. A few of us ordered the beetroot, Brie and walnut salad - which aside from a one centimetre piece of Brie skin, was lacking in any actual Brie! Then came the clearing of the plates, with servers stacking dirty plates one on top of another at various family members place setting. A further wait of 30 minutes for the main courses to arrive ensued and a further discussion with the servers about timing was met with little interest. When the main meals did arrive they were hot and most reached expected standards, however those that ordered roasts did not receive some of the accompanying side dishes and it was only when we asked where they were that we were informed they didn’t have them and they’ve served the meals with a puree instead….not very similar to the missing roasted honey glazed carrots and baby corn! Whilst the restaurant took off the cost of coffees at the end, the whole evening was marred by a serving team who had little concept of customer service or basic waiting skills and a manager who wasn’t fulfilling the brief of the job title. Thoroughly disappointing and we definitely won’t ever return.

Lovely food, great choice and excellent service.