Pasta Ripiena – Bristol’s Intimate Temple of Handmade Stuffed Pasta
A tiny Bristol gem where every bite of handmade stuffed pasta bursts with seasonal Italian flavour.
Tucked away on St Stephen’s Street, Pasta Ripiena is a tiny, modern Italian gem devoted entirely to fresh, daily-made stuffed pasta. With a concise, seasonal menu and an open kitchen where chefs craft rich, moreish parcels, it’s a destination for pasta lovers seeking intense flavour and thoughtful service. The atmosphere is intimate and unpretentious, perfect for a special meal, though the space is compact and booking is essential.
A brief summary to Pasta Ripiena
- 33 St Stephen's St, Bristol, BS1 1JX, GB
- +441173293131
- Visit website
- Duration: 1.5 to 3 hours
- Mid ranged
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Indoor
- Mobile reception: 5 out of 5
- Tuesday 5:30 pm-11 pm
- Wednesday 12 pm-3 pm
- Thursday 12 pm-3 pm
- Friday 12 pm-3 pm
- Saturday 12 pm-3 pm
Local tips
- Book well in advance, especially for the fixed-price lunch; tables are small and in high demand.
- Come hungry but be prepared for rich, intense flavours and modest portion sizes typical of high-end Italian dining.
- Ask about the daily changing menu and wine pairings; the staff are knowledgeable and happy to guide your choices.
- Arrive a few minutes early to enjoy a drink and soak in the open-kitchen energy before your sitting.
- If you have dietary restrictions, mention them when booking; the kitchen is experienced with gluten-free and other requirements.
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Pasta Ripiena location weather suitability
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Any Weather
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Mild Temperatures
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A shrine to stuffed pasta
Nestled in a modest storefront on St Stephen’s Street, Pasta Ripiena is a focused, modern Italian restaurant that has made its name by doing one thing exceptionally well: handmade stuffed pasta. The menu is deliberately short and changes daily, built around seasonal ingredients and classic Italian techniques. Every dish revolves around a central pasta shape – ravioli, mezzaluna, casoncelli – filled with thoughtfully balanced combinations like ricotta and lemon, ox cheek ragù, or black truffle and porcini, then paired with deeply flavoured sauces and accompaniments.Intimate, modern dining
The dining room is small and intimate, lined with closely packed wooden tables that create a convivial, almost communal feel. An open kitchen puts the chefs centre stage, letting diners watch the careful assembly of each parcel and the final plating. The style is cool and contemporary, with clean lines and a warm, informal atmosphere that feels more like a neighbourhood trattoria than a formal restaurant. Service is attentive and knowledgeable, with staff who clearly care about the food and are happy to guide guests through the concise menu and wine list.Seasonal, flavour-driven cooking
What sets Pasta Ripiena apart is the intensity and balance of flavour in every bite. The pasta itself is consistently praised for its perfect texture – tender yet with a slight bite – and the fillings are rich without being cloying. Sauces are moreish, often built on simple, high-quality ingredients like grass-green olive oil, Parmesan, and seasonal vegetables. Antipasti might include excellent sourdough focaccia and a vibrant salad of Italian tomatoes and ricotta, while desserts range from wobbly, flavourful panna cotta to generous slabs of Italian cheese with homemade flatbread and mustard fruits.A thoughtful wine and drinks list
The drinks offering complements the food with a carefully chosen selection of Italian wines, alongside a few French, New World, and even English options. The list is compact but well curated, with a dozen or so reds and whites that showcase regional character. Cocktails and other beverages are also available, making it easy to build a complete meal experience. The concise menu and focused wine list encourage diners to trust the kitchen’s choices and enjoy a streamlined, high-quality culinary journey.Practical details for visitors
Pasta Ripiena is a lunch and dinner destination, open Tuesday to Saturday with both lunch and evening sittings. The compact size means tables are in high demand, especially for the good-value fixed-price lunch menu, so booking well in advance is strongly recommended. The restaurant is family friendly and welcomes guests with dietary requirements, including gluten-free options, but the intimate, closely packed layout means it’s best suited to those comfortable in a busy, buzzy environment. It’s a place to come for the food first, in a setting that’s unpretentious but deeply satisfying for anyone who loves great pasta.Iconic landmarks you can’t miss
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