Palomar Menu (Update 2025)
Welcome to Palomar, a hidden gem nestled in Bishopston, Bristol, known for its vibrant seafood offerings. The restaurant's pièce de résistance is the acclaimed seafood boil, a generous feast showcasing a symphony of fresh shellfish that diners rave about. Customers like Reshma Patnaik have hailed the Cornish mussels and fresh oysters as a must-try, elevating the dining experience to new heights.
The ambience at Palomar radiates warmth, with a blend of cozy lighting and eclectic music that enhances the culinary journey. Patrons appreciate the attentive service, highlighted by unique cocktail presentations, such as the refreshing watermelon daiquiri and rich espresso martini, crafted by a team that clearly enjoys their craft.
Overall, Palomar not only excels in delivering high-quality seafood at an attractive price point but also fosters an inviting atmosphere, making it an ideal spot for celebrations or a casual night out.
Small Plates
Large Hand Dived Scallop Thermidor
Fresh half shell scallop baked in a creamy bechamel sauce topped with parmesan
Steak Tartare
Soy cured egg yolk, smoked salt, truffle oil and focaccia crostini
Crispy Calamari and Whitebaits
with homemade tartar sauce & lemon
Bloody Mary Ecuadorian Prawns x8
Pan fried and tossed in our spicy bloody mary sauce and lemon
Bloody Mary Ecuadorian Prawns x20
Pan fried and tossed in our spicy bloody mary sauce and lemon
Pasteis De Bacalhau
Portuguese salt cod and potato fritters deep fried and served with fresh salsa and a garlic saffron aioli
Crispy Deep Fried Gnocchi
Served with a rich and spicy tomato and pepper sauce
Oysters x3
served with shallot vinegar, lemon & tabasco
Oysters x6
served with shallot vinegar, lemon & tabasco
Oyster x12
served with shallot vinegar, lemon & tabasco
Oysters
Sides
Mac & Cheese
topped with herb crumbs & crispy onions
Halloumi Fries
Fresh House Foccaccia
with brown anchovy butter
Garlic Tenderstem Broccoli
Fries
Chunky Chips
Palomar's Signature Fish & Chips
Bristol New Brewery Beer battered east Atlantic hake filet with triple cooked chips, minted crushed peas, homemade tartar sauce & curry sauce
Prosciutto Wrapped Monkfish
Pan fried and finished in garlic butter, served with roast fennel, creamy shallot puree and pickled green apple
Korean Style Whole Seabass
marinated in traditional korean flavours and served with miso rice, cucumber, carrot and sesame salad
Chargrilled Portuguese Octopus
Steamed in a flavoursome stock then finished charred with lemon served with a rich spicy tomato and pepper orzo pasta and saffron aioli
Cornish Lobster 1/2
lightly steamed then baked in garlic butter, served with fried new potatoes and tenderstem broccoli
Whole Cornish Lobster
lightly steamed then baked in garlic butter, served with fried new potatoes and tenderstem broccoli
Thai Green Cornish Mussles
in spicy fragrant thai broth and served with poppadoms & fries
Dry Aged 12oz Ribeye Steak
12 oz Ruby&White ribeye steak served with garlic mushrooms, grilled heritage tomato and fries.
Dry Aged 10oz Sirloin Steak
10 oz Ruby&White sirloin steak served with garlic mushrooms, grilled heritage tomato and fries.
Palomar's Signature Burger
7oz homemade british beef burger with prosciutto, shaved parmesan, white truffle mayonnaise, gem lettuce, fresh tomato and fries
Cajun Honey Chicken Skewers
Marinated tender chicken breast skewers served with pitta bread, fried halloumi, coriander yogurt and pickled vegetables
Plant Based Burger
plant based burger pattie, violife cheese crispy onions, saffron garlic aioli, gem lettuce, fresh tomato and fries
Mains
Sharers
Palomar's Seafood Boil
a creole-inspired spicy flavorsome boil of langoustines, spider crab claws, tiger prawns, crevettes, cornish mussels, smoked pork sausage, corn, potatoes, peppers, onions and a southern-rooted blend of spices. Served on the table in a sharing hotpot
Surf & Turf Sharer
12 oz dry aged ribeye, whole ecuadorian prawns in garlic butter, crispy squid, whitebait & mussels in white wine & garlic sauce, served with salad, triple cooked chips & tartar sauce
Seafood Platter
assorted catch of the day served with salad, tartar & lemon. Ask your server about today's platter
Steak Frites Sharer
32oz of sliced Ruby&White flat iron steak, served with two portions of crispy french fries and two portions of creamy peppercorn sauce