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A-Z Bristol Pub Crawl: The Grapevine Brasserie, Mangotsfield
Snuggled behind trees, just a short walk from a bus stop, is the Grapevine Brasserie – a pub serving more than just drinks.
The pub’s stubborn door calls for more than just a gentle push to open. Once inside, visitors must make their way through a short corridor filled with seating to reach the bar where they can order.
A young member of staff greets an exhausted punter just arrived at the pub after a longer-than-expected bus ride and asks for her order.
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Apart from Heineken and Amstel, there’s St Austell Brewery’s Tribute, Birra Moretti from Italy, and ciders from Inch’s and Thatcher’s.
The first-time visitor to the Grapevine chooses a Birra Moretti, which she is served after first having to show her ID.
Photographs of Mangotsfield from days gone by hangs in the Grapevine, with a pub occupying this site from the llate-19th century – photo: Karen Johnson
For a pub, the Grapevine certainly has a lot of food. Classic sides and mains like sandwiches, burgers and noodles could appeal to those wanting to duck into familiar options.
For those looking to explore further, there is a speciality Himalayan menu that focuses on Indian dishes.
A tiny staircase leads the way to another seating area of the pub, where an unused fireplace hides itself behind chairs and tables. For those looking for a more comfortable seating option, there are long black sofas with shorter tables.
This family-friendly pub was previously called the Salutation Inn, a classic pub that is believed to have been first occupied in 1891.
The Grapevine sets out to reinvent classic pub vibes. A special children’s menu available all days of the week makes sure that everyone will feel welcomed here.
This family-friendly pub has plenty of outdoor seating for those keen to embrace the cold
The Grapevine Brasserie, St James Place, Mangotsfield, BS16 9JB
www.grapevinebrasserie.co.uk
Main photo: Karen Johnson
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