Restaurants close to Bathurst Basin are mentioned in the 2023 Michelin Guide. There are four levels of Michelin recommendations:
- Stars
- 1 star : “A very good restaurant in its category”
- 2 stars : “Excellent cooking, worth a detour”
- 3 stars : “Exceptional cuisine, worth a special journey”
- Green Star: indicates excellence in sustainable gastronomy
- Bib Gourmand: recognizes friendly establishments that serve good food at moderate prices
- Other restaurants that “simply serve good food”
Paco Tapas on Lower Guinea Street retains its one Michelin Star. Box E and Root in Cargo 1 are both awarded a Bib Gourmand. Casa and Tare are also mentioned in the 2023 Guide. Slightly further afield are Harbour House, Marmo and Adelina Yard.
There are few places in Bristol with so many excellent restaurants within comfortable walking distance.