If there’s one thing Knowle does exceptionally well, it’s festive dining. Whether you’re planning Christmas catch-ups, family meals, New Year celebrations or indulgent treats, Knowle’s pubs, restaurants, cafés and wine bars deliver seasonal sparkle in style.
Start with Breakfast
Maybe the most important meal of the day, there’s plenty of breakfast opportunities in Knowle. Think steaming coffee, warm pastries, stacked pancakes and or a full English breakfast – relaxed morning vibes in our independent cafés.
Breakfast options include
- Bistro Viola (fabulous Mediterranean breakfasts)
- Bread Collection (exceptional pastries to accompany your coffee)
- Elderberry Blacks (breakfast sandwiches with super views of the Church)
- Freda’s Deli (try the full breakfast board with Lashford sausage)
- Monica’s Bakes (gorgeous stacked pancakes and more)
- Swan Yard (you must try the English Breakfast, or eggs & avocado on toast)
- The Greswolde Arms (a wide range of breakfast options)
Morning Christmas Coffee & Cake
- Apple Pink (oriental bakery products you must try if you haven’t already and bubble tea for the kids)
- Bistro Viola (lovely hot chocolate, macaroons and cakes)
- Bread Collection (exceptional patisserie to accompany your fine coffee)
- Elderberry Blacks (we’ll leave you with the challenge of choosing which slice of cake to take)
- Freda’s Deli (yummy tray bakes to go with coffee)
- Monica’s Bakes (divine cupcakes, traybakes and cookies with something different most days)
- Swan Yard (you may be more tempted by a brunch but there’s lovely fresh cakes too)
- The Greswolde Arms (a spacious space for larger parties)
The village cafés embrace the season with cosy interiors, festive bakes and warming drinks.Take a look at our choice of cafes in Knowle.
Restaurants Serving Festive Menus Lunchtimes and Evenings
Knowle’s restaurants offer everything from modern British to Mediterranean to Indian flavours and Christmas menus are always a highlight. Seasonal ingredients, comforting dishes and celebratory cocktails make it a perfect place for a December night out.
- Cheal’s (fine dining experience with recently launched new menus)
- Daawat (tasty curries with a bring your own beer policy in this friendly restaurant)
- Giggling Squid (they’ve been here a year already and is a popular spot for Thai food)
- The Knowle Indian Brasserie (a superb choice of Indian food, plus Christmas specials)
- The Greswolde Arms (traditional pub food)
If you fancy a meal out, check out our list of restaurant members.
Cosy Pubs for Wintry Gatherings
Whether you’re meeting friends, unwinding after work or enjoying a slow Sunday pint, Knowle’s pubs come alive at Christmas. Expect twinkling lights, roaring fires and hearty menus made for winter.
- Ale Rooms (with a a superb range of guest ales that regularly changes)
- Knowle British Legion (with a varied programme of entertainment in the evenings)
- Loki Wine (select wine by the glass with a little help and advice if needed)
- The Greswolde Arms (always busy in the run up to Christmas)
- The Vaults Real Ale Bar (fun, laughter, real ale & the odd live band)
- Warren’s Bar (luxury setting at Cheal’s with tantalising cocktails)
If you fancy an cosy night, check out our bar & pub members here.
Wine Bars & Evening Drinks
If you’re seeking something stylish, cosy or low-key, Knowle’s wine bars and lounges are the perfect places to sip a winter cocktail, enjoy mulled wine or sample something sparkling.
- Loki Wine (select wine by the glass and sip with nibbles)
- Warren’s Bar (enjoy tantalising cocktails in a sumptuous bar)
A Christmas meal with friends
Sometimes dining is is on the cards, and Knowle has that covered too!
Gourmet Foods offer catering services – just let them know whether you’re after a three course meal or a spread for delightful nibbles and they’ll be happy to help.
Or after all the rich Christmas food, a simple take away will hit the spot. Fish & Chips anyone?
Knowle is a true festive foodie destination – delicious, vibrant, welcoming.