Nadu - Sri Lankan Restaurant in Bristol

• James Clay★ 5/5

  4 months ago

  Nadu brings a slice of Sri Lanka to the epicentre of Bristol’s cultural quarter, Stokes Croft. Myself and colleagues from work headed to Nadu for a festive meal, well I say festive, as it was that time of year, the menu very much from Sri Lanka. There was lots of lovely stuff on the menu and I found it quite challenging to choose something. I decided would have a small plate as a starter and then something else as a main. Across the small plates one dish did stick out to me, which was the Tawa Fish, though there were some others there I would have been happy with. I was quite intrigued by the Mojo Cutlets as well as the Miris Bhaji. The Tawa Fish was simply a seasonal fish grilled in bell pepper & ginger sauce. This was not the best looking dish I have seen, and they had tried with the peppers and other garnishes. However, the food was delicious. The fish was perfectly cooked, and the sauce, spicy but not overpowering. I really enjoyed eating this portion of fish. For my main course, again lots of choice. I liked the idea of the roasted beef bon marrow in the Aeta Midulu, across the different karis, I was tempted by the Era Kulumba, a mild shrimp curry, or the Thora Malu, a fish curry. The Ceylonese Lamb Kari also sounded delicious. In the end though after much thinking I went with the Black Pork Kari, which was slow cooked pork belly with smoked coconut & cinnamon. Alongside I had some coconut rice. Though not black, this was a very dark looking curry. I was expecting

• Ro K★ 5/5

  2 months ago

  Outstanding on every level. Loud enough to have an atmosphere, quiet enough to have a conversation. Food brilliant and really authentic. Service so friendly and polite. Will be back next time I’m in Bristol.

• Karen L★ 5/5

  7 months ago

  We booked on first table, great service with friendly staff. We ordered the sharing dosa, black pork curry, lamb korma, Kothu, Hopper and coconut rice. Such rich and fragrant flavours and textures. There is a large variety of unique drinks too! Would definitely recommend and hope to return soon!

• Arthur Paramasivan★ 5/5

  7 months ago

  I had such a lovely experience dining here! The food was absolutely delicious — full of authentic flavours and clearly made with care. We were seated and served really quickly, and our server was both polite and genuinely friendly, which made the meal even more enjoyable. The atmosphere was calm and relaxed — perfect for a chill date or just a quiet evening out trying new dishes. Everything from the service to the food exceeded expectations. Highly recommend!

• Lu★ 5/5

  5 months ago

  Biggest dosa ever! The food was delicious! Highly recommend, there are plenty vegan options. The service was exceptional, everyone was so friendly and kind. Very accommodating and baby friendly. Cannot wait to return!

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