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Bambalan

4.6
·491k reviews·,

A vibrant North African/Mediterranean cafe and nightlife spot with a large rooftop terrace offering city views, DJs, and summery cocktails.

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Wed/Fri 18-21h

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Bambalan

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A vibrant North African/Mediterranean cafe and nightlife spot with a large rooftop terrace offering city views, DJs, and summery cocktails.

4.6
(491k reviews)

"Experience lively DJ beats and summery cocktails on a sun-trapping terrace with unmatched city views."

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Happy Hour Cocktails

Visit during happy hour for discounted summery cocktails and enjoy the vibrant atmosphere.

Consider Indoor Seating

If music is too loud, opt for indoor seating to enjoy a more relaxed dining experience.

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Quick Facts

Open·Closes 11PM

Cuisine

Mediterranean, North African, Italian

Price

Mid-range

Phone

+44 117 922 1880

Address

Podium Level, Colston Tower, Colston Street, Bristol BS1 4XE, United Kingdom

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Rooftop Terrace with Skyline Views

Rooftop Terrace with Skyline Views

Enjoy DJ beats and summery cocktails on one of Bristol's largest sun-trapping terraces with stunning city views.

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Vibrant Atmosphere & DJ Nights

Vibrant Atmosphere & DJ Nights

Experience lively DJ sets and a vibrant atmosphere, perfect for dancing and soaking up the summery vibes.

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Mediterranean-Inspired Cuisine

Mediterranean-Inspired Cuisine

Savor delicious Mediterranean and North African dishes, from Shakshuka to gyros and flavorful sharing plates.

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It was so good to be back at Bambalan in Bristol up on the roof. What a great crowd especially for a Sunday evening ! Also great sets from the Sultra boys Modeena & Ian Perry as well as Angel Mel Selector. #bristol #bambalan #fyp #fortoupage
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55 likes • 2.7K views

Happy Hour Cocktails

Visit during happy hour for discounted summery cocktails and enjoy the vibrant atmosphere.

Consider Indoor Seating

If music is too loud, opt for indoor seating to enjoy a more relaxed dining experience.

The best city centre bar & restaurant in Bristol 😍 Great food, banging music and even better vibes!
@bambalanbristol
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BAMBALAN BRISTOL 📍#Foryoupage #FYP #FOOD #FoodLover #Foryou #Foodie
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Brunch Specials

Try the Mediterranean-inspired breakfast or brunch for a flavorful start to your day.

Check for Events

Look out for Fizz Thursdays and DJ events for special cocktail promotions and lively nights.

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from all over the internet

Happy Hour Cocktails

Visit during happy hour for discounted summery cocktails and enjoy the vibrant atmosphere.

Consider Indoor Seating

If music is too loud, opt for indoor seating to enjoy a more relaxed dining experience.

Brunch Specials

Try the Mediterranean-inspired breakfast or brunch for a flavorful start to your day.

Check for Events

Look out for Fizz Thursdays and DJ events for special cocktail promotions and lively nights.

What Travellers Say

4.6
(491k reviews)

Reviews Summary

Bambalan is celebrated for its lively rooftop terrace with DJ sets and great city views, alongside a Mediterranean-inspired menu that many find tasty. However, some patrons have experienced significant service issues, particularly during busy periods like bottomless brunch, with complaints about slow drink service, incorrect orders, and occasional cleanliness concerns.

"The sunny terrace with DJ on a Friday evening with small plates and 241 cocktails is perfect - I can’t recommend this place enough. The service is great."

Angie Clifford

"Oo my gosh!!!
First time I've been to this venue for a Raggea soul train.
I had the best day EVER!!! The dj, promoter, Venue, music, vibes just everything was just on point.
I can't put into words how happy I felt and it was worth travelling from Swansea, worth every penny."

traci zaman

"Visited here on a Saturday for bottomless brunch with a group of friends, it’s a good location with a chilled vibe and seating inside and out, the balcony provides a good view in the sun.

The service was the worst I’ve ever experienced in my life and I’m not joking. Drinks were left empty and we placed multiple orders with different staff that never arrived. On our food order allergies weren’t checked and when it was discussed staff were confused and obviously weren’t sure on what was allowed or not.

Tables needed a wipe down and the toilets were like a swamp of urine.
Food was good and everyone enjoyed it.

Would I go back no I wouldn’t and I wouldn’t recommend the bottomless brunch as it clearly wasn’t bottomless.

One member of staff was good, who acknowledged our drinks hadn’t been replenished for over half an hour."

Ben

What People Like

Stunning rooftop terrace views
Vibrant atmosphere with DJs
Tasty Mediterranean dishes

What People Dislike

Inconsistent or slow service
Issues with bottomless brunch
Cleanliness concerns

Frequently Asked Questions

Bambalan offers a diverse menu inspired by Mediterranean and North African flavors, including dishes like Shakshuka, gyros, pizzas, and sharing plates.

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Yes, Bambalan boasts one of the largest sun-trapping terraces in central Bristol, offering stunning views of the city skyline.

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Bambalan is known for its lively and vibrant atmosphere, often featuring DJ sets and music, especially during summer terrace parties.

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Bambalan frequently hosts DJ events and has special promotions like Fizz Thursdays and daily happy hours for cocktails.

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Bambalan offers a Mediterranean-inspired breakfast and brunch menu, with bottomless brunch options available. However, reviews on service for bottomless brunch are mixed.

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Yes, Bambalan offers ping-pong tables, adding a fun element to the lively atmosphere.

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