The Turnpike — Bristol

Bar & grill · Bristol

The Turnpike

4.2 (1,195 reviews)
£ 📍 167 Soundwell Rd, Soundwell, Bristol BS16 4RS

About The Turnpike

Handy if you're feeding a family without spending much — mains hover around a tenner, fish and chips runs on a 2-for-£13 deal, and portions are generous enough that nobody leaves hungry. The bar has plenty of natural light and there's outdoor seating, free parking and buggy access, so getting in with a pram isn't a wrestle. Burgers get the loudest praise, including a green one for anyone off meat, and the kebab-topped fries are worth ordering; there's a kids' menu, high chairs and vegan options too. Food usually lands faster than quoted, though a Friday night can mean a 45-minute wait, so come early with hungry children. Skip the breakfasts — they've come out lukewarm more than once. The front-of-house team are warm and quick to chat, which helps when little ones are restless.

Kid-friendly features

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Kids menu ✓ Yes
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Highchairs ✓ Likely
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Outdoor space ✓ Yes
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Baby changing ✓ Likely
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Buggy friendly ✓ Yes
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Vegan options ✓ Yes
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Gluten free ✓ Likely
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Noise level Moderate
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Booking Recommended
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Best for All ages

Tags

#bar#bar and grill#grill#kids menu#outdoor seating
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