Fishponds Tap
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About Fishponds Tap
Fishponds Tap is a gastropub at 693 Fishponds Rd in Bristol, serving a Nepali and Himalayan menu alongside Indian curries. The Himalayan sharer is a jumbo platter meant for sharing, and the curries include a Himalayan fish curry and Lamb Rogan Josh. A separate pub classics menu can be mixed and matched with the rest of the food. Screens show live sports, including football on Saturdays. The pub operates on a walk-in basis. A function room holds up to 90 guests and has its own dedicated bar, which suits large group events such as birthday parties, and a buffet is offered for those bookings.
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“A family friendly Pub serving great Himalayan Cuisine, Indian Cuisine , Burgers, Sandwiches and Quality Drinks. Showing live sports in large TV screens with amazing sound system. Has a Function Room which can accommodate up to 90 guests with its own dedicated bar.”
- ReservationsWalk-in only
- AccessibilityWheelchair: entrance, restroom, seating
Reviews
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention curries, jumbo platter, large beer garden and function room parties.
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention curries, jumbo platter, large beer garden and function room parties.
Customer Review Summary
Curries from the Himalayan menu draw the most praise at Fishponds Tap, with reviewers naming the Himalayan fish curry, lamb rogan josh and butter naans, and one diner calling the tandoori chicken outstanding for its sauces and marinade. Close behind, the jumbo platter and other sharer dishes are described as tasty, plentiful and good value, and one reviewer notes the pub classics menu can be mixed in. Staff are repeatedly called helpful and friendly, and the function room hosted a first birthday for about 60 guests and a 30th with a buffet, both described as smooth and well organised. The main caveat is Saturday sport and crowds. One group found its allocated area loud with the sports screen, another found the pub crowded and noisy, and one reviewer says the drinks are on the pricey side. A reviewer who came for the football calls it a decent pub for watching the match. The large enclosed garden is a recurring plus, and one group moved out to it when the screen got loud.
Customer Review Summary
Curries from the Himalayan menu draw the most praise at Fishponds Tap, with reviewers naming the Himalayan fish curry, lamb rogan josh and butter naans, and one diner calling the tandoori chicken outstanding for its sauces and marinade. Close behind, the jumbo platter and other sharer dishes are described as tasty, plentiful and good value, and one reviewer notes the pub classics menu can be mixed in. Staff are repeatedly called helpful and friendly, and the function room hosted a first birthday for about 60 guests and a 30th with a buffet, both described as smooth and well organised. The main caveat is Saturday sport and crowds. One group found its allocated area loud with the sports screen, another found the pub crowded and noisy, and one reviewer says the drinks are on the pricey side. A reviewer who came for the football calls it a decent pub for watching the match. The large enclosed garden is a recurring plus, and one group moved out to it when the screen got loud.
Featured reviews
- Google user
“Great sharer dish from the Himalayan menu. Lots of food and very tasty. Huge garden with good non-intrusive music. A little dated but a very pleasant find.”
- Google user
“Decent pub for watching the football. I should check out the food sometimes.”
- Google user
“Had our 30th birthday here and everything about the day was perfect! We had a buffet and the food and staff were the highlight, so friendly and delicious food :):):)”
- Google user
“We booked for a group of 20 ish. Very helpful staff & accommodating as we wanted to change our seating- because of our large group and it being Saturday sports the allocated area was loud with the sports screen & mens loos were past our seating area ( only downfall but not worthy of lowering my rating as management were so helpful!) so we de-camped to the large beer garden (enclosed child-safe), we had late arrivals, complicated payment of the bill, a young child, a dog and several vegetarians, all were happy with the service recieved. Food came in good time and was great- good portions and reasonably priced”
- Google user
“We hosted my daughter’s first birthday here with about 60 people in attendance at the function room. Everything was well organised and smooth. Communication was great and the food was spectacular all my guests loved the whole experience. The staff were lovely too. Thank you for the amazing experience.”
Amenities
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
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- Accessibility· 2
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Location
Bars near Fishponds Tap
- The Cadbury4.47352.5 mi£20–30ReservationsOutdoor seatingWi-Fi
sunday roast, vegetarian roast options, roast beef
- The Willy Wicket4.12,1602.5 mi£20–30ReservationsGood for kids
chicken/lamb skewers, sharing starter, sunday roast gravy
- The Croft4.39862.7 mi
back room gig venue, local beers on tap, happy hour £3.50 pints
| Place | Rating | Distance | Price | Mentioned in reviews |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fishponds TapWheelchair accessible | 4.5454 | — | — | curries, jumbo platter, large beer garden |
| The CadburyReservations · Outdoor seating · Wi-Fi | 4.4735 | 2.5 mi | £20–30 | sunday roast, vegetarian roast options, roast beef |
| The Willy WicketReservations · Good for kids | 4.12,160 | 2.5 mi | £20–30 | chicken/lamb skewers, sharing starter, sunday roast gravy |
| The Croft | 4.3986 | 2.7 mi | — | back room gig venue, local beers on tap, happy hour £3.50 pints |
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