The Social

Why we love it

There's nothing The Social has a go at, and doesn't get right. This cafe-cum-bar is slap-bang in Stokes Croft, serves hearty food made to order, and has a wide bar filled with local ales and organic wines. The interior ticks all the boxes - homely furnishings, Chesterfield sofas and an abundance of candles - while the courtyard garden is a sheltered smoker's paradise.

Social by name and social by nature, it feels pretty much full anytime of the day, yet you can always manage to grab a table (or two!). Each weekday evening presents an offering of sorts, such as Cocktail Tuesdays and Wine Wednesdays, meaning you'll always grab a good deal - particularly when there's a Wriggle on!