# The Arnolfini, Bristol — Reviews & Opening Hours > The Arnolfini — Restaurant in Bristol with a 5/5 food hygiene rating. Rated 4.5/5 from 2,217 Google reviews. Opening hours, location and directions. Source: https://staycation.co.uk/bristol/restaurants/the-arnolfini (Staycation.co.uk). Cite the source page, not this text version. City Centre, Bristol [View on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=6845675639895249327&g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) Photo: [Arnolfini Arts](https://maps.google.com/maps/contrib/110897318265440212143) **In short:** The Arnolfini is a place to eat in Bristol, rated 4.5 out of 5 from 2,217 Google reviews, with a 5/5 food hygiene rating. Details checked 7 October 2026 · source: Google Places ## About The Arnolfini Arnolfini's cafe and bar occupy a contemporary art gallery space on Narrow Quay in Bristol's city centre. The venue holds a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5. The cafe operates within the gallery building, which is free to enter. Staff are noted by visitors for being friendly and helpful. ## Menu & facilities For the current menu and prices, see [The Arnolfini's own website](https://www.arnolfini.org.uk/?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=restaurant-menu). ## Opening hours **Monday** Closed **Tuesday** 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM **Wednesday** 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM **Thursday** 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM **Friday** 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM **Saturday** 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM **Sunday** 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM ## What's nearby - Shakespeare Tavern next door - Pero's Bridge next door - V-Shed next door - The Bristol Hotel next door - Bristol Aquarium 200m away Distances as the crow flies, via Google Visitors say this art gallery offers interesting and varied exhibitions, a well-stocked bookshop, and a pleasant cafe and bar. They also highlight the free entry, making it an accessible place to explore. Guests mention the friendly and helpful staff, as well as the clean restrooms and comfortable reading room. Summary via Google ## At a glance **Guest rating** 4.5 / 5 (2,217 reviews) **Food hygiene rating** 5 out of 5 – Very good **Destination** Bristol Food hygiene rating from the [Food Standards Agency](https://ratings.food.gov.uk/business/1941817). [More restaurants in Bristol](https://staycation.co.uk/bristol/restaurants) ★ 4.5 (2,217 reviews) [Visit official website](https://www.arnolfini.org.uk/?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=restaurant) [0117 917 2300](tel:01179172300) (please mention staycation.co.uk when calling) ### Quick Facts **Destination** Bristol **Plus Code** 9C3VCCX3+P3 ### 🏨 Places to stay near Bristol Hotels, B&Bs and self-catering on Booking.com, with live prices. 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