Ethical and sustainable are certainly buzzwords in the food and drink industry these days but some restaurants often only pay the concepts lip service. Not so Poco, which weighs its rubbish every day and then recycles or up-cycles 90% of it, with the ultimate aim of producing no waste. Poco’s commitment to the environment doesn’t stop there – the majority of ingredients are sourced from the UK, most of the vegetables come from community farms in the Bristol area, and only fish caught in Lyme Bay and graded by the Marine Conservation Society is served.

For dinner, book at Poco in Stokes Croft, for British tapas with an emphasis on seasonal veggies. It’s run by chef Tom Hunt, who writes the Guardian Waste Not column, and won the Sustainable Restaurant Association’s Business of the Year 2018 for dishes such as sweetcorn fritters with kohlrabi, aioli, jalapeno, chocolate and coriander (£6).

Sustainable food warrior Tom Hunt is the chef behind Poco, which scooped up Observer Food Monthly's "Best Sustainable Restaurant" award a few years back and has retained its reputation ever since. Tucked away on a buzzing street corner in Bristol's art-splashed Stokes Croft district, this glowing nook serves up colourful, eclectic small plates using hyper-local ingredients and creating as little waste as possible. Expect seasonal dishes like deep-fried oysters, braised venison with mulled wine and broad-bean falafel, alongside natural wines and cocktails muddled with artisan British spirits.

Sustainable food warrior Tom Hunt is the chef behind Poco, which scooped up Observer Food Monthly’s “Best Sustainable Restaurant” award a few years back and has retained its reputation ever since. Tucked away on a buzzing street corner in Bristol’s art-splashed Stokes Croft district, this glowing nook serves up colourful, eclectic small plates using hyper-local ingredients and creating as little waste as possible. Expect seasonal dishes like deep-fried oysters, braised venison with mulled wine and broad-bean falafel, alongside natural wines and cocktails muddled with artisan British spirits.

Café by day, tapas joint by night, ethically focused Poco is a long-time member of the thriving indie community of Bristol, with food and drink menus featuring seasonal, British and often organic produce. The varied but cohesive collection of small plates (which is chalked up on the back wall alongside the producers whose ingredients it stars) is illustrative of Ian’s imagination and skill. Sweetcorn fritters are far more exciting than the image they conjure, and come loaded with jalapeño and rich crumbs of chocolate to offset that sweetness.

A hit since it opened in 2011, I’ve always loved Poco’s relaxed atmosphere and serious commitment to seasonal & ethical sourcing – you can sit up at the high tables towards the front and watch the comings and goings on Stokes Croft (surely one of the best people-watching spots), or take a table at the back with friends for a cosier meal. The tapas is still excellent, the brunch is among my favourites (the bacon butty with harissa is gooood) and their seasonal cocktails are reason enough to pop in.pocotapasbar.com. View this post on Instagram

Best for: Affordable tapasDish to order: Roast beetroot, ricotta and quinoa crisp. Locals adore Pocos in Stokes Croft for its very fairly priced tapas, including the best patatas bravas you will ever taste. Opening back in 2011, Poco has always valued the importance of sustainability, provenance and seasonality before it was fashionable and is run by Jen Best and Ben Pryor, along with eco-chef and writer Tom Hunt, who has more of a back seat in the business.

What: This diminutive tapas restaurant in Stokes Croft is well known around Bristol for its tasting menus, particularly the smart ‘root to fruit’ that celebrates local, seasonal fruit and vegetable produce. Dishes at the time of writing include shiitake mushroom with mushroom ketchup, custard and quinoa crisp; and cauliflower steak with farro risotto, all for an incredibly reasonable price.Where: 45 Jamaica Street, BS2 8JPBook now: Poco Tapas

Coffee, tapas, brunch might be the three most alluring words strung together and they’re the ones printed on the large window of Poco in gold leaf lettering, making it irresistible to pass by. Small, but inviting, it sits humbly on the corner of Jamaica Street, casting a warm light onto the bistro tables on the sidewalk just outside. The source of that light coming from the striking industrial pendant lights right above a window counter.

Poco serves up seasonal set menus that mark it as one of the best restaurants in Bristol. From Forest of Dean wild boar to Cornish fish, lots of its ingredients come from the UK, with most of its veg sourced from community farms in Bristol. On top of that, Poco is keen on being zero waste, meaning almost 100% of its rubbish is composted and recycled and ingredients are ordered daily to curb an excess of produce.

Sorry, you need to accept cookies from Instagram to view this content. Sustainability is the focal point of this Poco Tapas Bar but don’t let that fool you into thinking this Stoke Croft joint isn’t a lot of fun, too. You can choose from either the ‘Fish and Game’ or ‘Vegetarian and Vegan’ set menu, both of which celebrate the seasonal bounty and the network of small-scale food producers that Poco works with.

Sat with arguably the best view of Turbo Island in the whole of Stokes Croft, settings don’t really get more vibrant than at Poco. There are a few ways to dine, a la carte with their tapas, or from a carefully selected either root to fruit (vegan) or nose to tail set menu. I opt for the latter; as someone who suffers from choice paralysis I love not having to think about what to order.

Welcome to Poco Tapas Bar, where Spanish traditions and Bristolian quirkiness collide in the most delectable way!. This hidden gem boasts a tantalizing menu that will make your taste buds shimmy with joy and your stomach sing the flamenco. From their zesty Patatas Bravas to their melt-in-your-mouth Churros, Poco Tapas Bar promises a fiesta for your palate that even Picasso would envy.

A tapas restaurant launched with the planet in mind, Bristol’s Poco Tapas Bar was named the most sustainable restaurant of the year in 2016 thanks to its commitment to the zero waste movement. Food is seasonal and changes often, but classic dishes include deep fried oysters and pork belly with fennel. 45 Jamaica St, Bristol BS2 8JP, pocotapasbar.com

Beginning in 2004, Tom, Jen and Ben toured the uk’s best festivals offering local, seasonal and sustainable food which has seen them gain widespread acclaim. 2011 saw them set up shop in Stoke’s Croft, an area of Bristol known for its vibrancy. This rustic cafe/ bar serves global tapas with an ethical spin, using only local and organic ingredients.

Poco is a British take on tapas with a real focus on seasonal, sustainable food. Where Bravas is warm and rustic, Poco is light and airy – a great spot for a light lunchtime tapas meal. Poco has a lot of seafood and plant-based food – from their Fowey mussels with cider, cream and leeks to Savoy cabbage with brown butter and hazelnuts.

Poco: Back to Stokes Croft and Poco literally could not escape the list. This Portuguese cafe blends a mix of sophistication, reasonable high quality and a menu that ranges from well made traditional dishes, up to luxury desserts and exquisite cocktails. Up to the audience what you spend.

Owners who claim their businesses can update their profile details, add photos, respond to reviews, and more. 45 Jamaica St, Bristol, BS2 8JP, United Kingdom. offering daily changing seasonal menus, British Seasonal Tapas, and adaptable set menus catering to all dietary requirements.

About: Sample modern European delights from Britain, Italy and Spain at this upbeat tapas bar. Although the menu changes seasonally, classic dishes such as saddleback pork belly with fennel, chocos fritos and Spanish tortilla are available year round and aren’t to be missed.

Small plates/tapas or set menu catering for all dietary requirements - most of items on their menu is gluten free too!!. A perfect place to pair great food with wonderful company. Not only did we enjoy every plate, the cocktails were a must too!

Nestled in the heart of Stokes Croft, Poco Tapas Bar is modern, fun, and boasts a super-seasonal menu that promises deliciousness. Poco’s charm extends to its simple decor adorned with big windows, chalkboard menus, and chic wooden furniture.

Not to be confused with Paco Tapas, Poco does a great range of tapas dishes along with a very tasty brunch. Its menu changes in keeping with the seasons, although some classic dishes like saddleback pork belly are available all year round.

Located in the popular area of Stokes Croft, Poco’s menus change month by month like the seasons that inspire them to give great tasting food. More than 50% of their produce is organic and ingredients are chosen for their traceability.

Run by the Eco-Chef Tom Hunt, Poco recently won the ‘Restaurant of the Year’ award at Food Made Good 2016. The place is crowded in the evening, but very quiet and relaxed during the day. They serve good English food in a tapas-style.

Renowned Tom Hunt is the executive chef at award winning Poco tapas. Thanks to cratefulls of locally sourced produce, an open kitchen and communal tables, Poco is one of the most inviting restaurants in Bristol.