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Middle Eastern
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Vegetarian Middle Eastern restaurant in the heart of North Street. Options may include spiced scrambled tofu, falafel in a pita, vegan schnitzel, vegan shawarma, vegan oyster wings, fried cauliflower, cinnya (vegan kofta), hummus lahmeh, mushroom and dukkah, authentic lachmagine. NOTE: Please verify if still fully vegetarian. Open Mon-Thu 09:00-21:00, Fri-Sat 08:30-22:00, Sun 08:30-21:00.
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21 Reviews
First Review by mishamisha
JasmineB19
Points +311
Not fully veggie but good falafel options - Edit
I was disappointed that this restaurant serves meat after seeing it was listed as fully vegetarian on the Happy Cow app but was still able to get a falafel flatbread which was delicious and a generous size.
Read moreThere were other falafel based dishes available.
I would return and would love to see more plant based options on the menu next time.
Updated from previous review on 2025-11-27
Pros: Generous sized falafel flatbread
Cons: Serves meat
Guest
Despina
Points +113
So and so falafel, overpriced - Edit
I got a takeaway falafel wrap, which took 20 mins to make (it was a busy time) but then it wasn't even warm when I got it, and it had onion inside (I wasn't asked whether I wanted onion or not, I didn't). It tasted OK, not bad, also not amazing. I usually like pretty salty food (I don't know anyone who likes food saltier than me), but this was a little too salty, even for me. It was £10, and although it was a decent size and the falafel seemed home-made, it was still half the size of the falafel wrap I get from my local falafel place in central London for £7.50, where the falafel is also home made.
Read moreCombined with the fact that this is no longer a veggie place, I think that means no more than 3⭐️ from me.
They assumed I wasn't eating it on the way (I was), so came a little overpackaged too. No plastic, but I don't think the bag it came in was recyclable.
Pros: Tasted decent, Tahini sauce!, Salad seemed fresh falafel seemed home made
Cons: Not hot, Very salty, Perhaps foolishly, I didn't anticipate raw onion
Guest
e.percival
Points +841
Delicious vegan options - Edit
Despite now serving meat, we weren't disappointed with the vegan options - everything is clearly labelled whether meat, vegetarian or vegan. We enjoyed the hummus and pita to start, vegan chickn gyros and peninsula. The hummus was a good portion (if a lot of oil) and the warm pitta was lovely. The mains were filling and really delicious, we didn't feel we were missing out on flavour!!
Read morePros: Super friendly staff, Delicious food
Guest
lk1727
Points +35
Not what it used to be - Edit
Yafo was incredible when it first opened - especially the small plates! Unfortunately it appears to be under new management and it’s just not what it once was. While there’s still a good selection of vegan options since they started serving meat (although I miss the small plates), the quality has gone downhill. It’s a massive shame!
Read morePros: Good range of options
Cons: Miss the small plates
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Janinii
Points +107
Most delicious Mediterranean Food in Bristol - Edit
Love Yafo for a while now with their vegan chicken shawarma! I’ve added Labneh which makes it only vegetarian but the menu has amazing options for everybody’s taste the oyster wings are a must! Delicious fries and cocktails as well😄their fry up is amazing too and they do bottom less brunches - must visit if you’re in Bristol.
Read morePros: Options, Quality, Flavours
Guest
katiesvegantravels
Points +58
Now serves meat - May 25 - Edit
Just as an FYI, they now serve meet and a lot of the vegetarian/vegan menu has been scrubbed. As of 1 May 2025.
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Emma..
Points +164
Brunch - Edit
Amazing food and service plenty of options to choose from.
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Ally307
Points +1839
10/10 vegan Shawarma & cookies shake - Edit
The vegan Shwarma is a solid 10/10. I keep on ging back with the intention to try new items (vegan breakfast, vegan Schnitzel Burger, evening tapas with vegan Köfte) but I always end up picking the Shawarma again because it’s guaranteed to keep me full for half a day and just tastes too good! I also didn’t have such an authentic Shawarma since living in Germany. I will be back with a new item to review hopefully 🤞🏼
Read moreThe vegan cookie shake is the best vegan shake in Bristol by far!
Only downside: had to ask for plate because the Shawarma is way too big for the little tray
The vegan shish kebab also exceeded expectations!!
Updated from previous review on 2023-10-09
Pros: Outdoor seating , Pretty venue , Something new
Guest
BristolJewels
Points +16
Such a shame! - Edit
Went to Yafo this morning for breakfast - first time after couple of months. Such a shame as new management and they have changed the menu. What was a fab vegan breakfast has now been changed to what feels like an after thought vegan breakfast which you could get better in Tesco cafes!! They used to have scrambled tofu, mushrooms, fava beans, tater tots, tomatoes on the vine, avocado slices and much more. Now it is two mash and veggie bits sausages, baked beans with harissa spice in it, a grilled tomato (literally no flavour), tater tots and a smaller portion of smashed avocado and pita bread. Complained to the member of staff and they said that they had already complained to new management about the changes and were ignored! Also had a salad box by delivery couple of weeks ago which was not as good as previous so obviously saving money on ingredients and not delivering the authentic experience it used to be. Such a shame!!
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2024-03-02
Pros: Staff
Cons: New menu lack of vegan options for breakfast, Fact that management not even listening to staff
Guest
abipatterick
Points +2905
Good wholesome food - Edit
Came here as a group of 5 for lunch to celebrate a birthday. The whole menu is vegetarian with lots of vegan options and it was a pretty substantial menu, so it was hard to choose!
Read moreI ordered a Middle Eastern, which turned out to be similar to a pizza. It was super flavourful. I'd hoped for a bit of spice, but it didn't really have a kick. Also shared some hummus and the oyster wings (these were really good, if a little greasy).
Definitely recommend. I'll be back to try more of the menu. It looks a little pricey, but the portion sizes are ok given the cost and are pretty standard for that part of Bristol.
Guest
PollyCox
Points +132
Truly yummy - Edit
Amazing middle Eastern food which such great flavours. Highly recommended the shish kebab and the hummus plates. The pitta breads are like soft pillows. It's out of this world. And despite being full I finished with a piece of vegan baklava. Amazing.
Read morePros: Great staff, Amazing flavours
Guest
KellyB-H
Points +434
Very full madame - Edit
The staff were so incredibly nice and the food was delicious and really filling.
Read morePros: Vegan choice range , Reasonably priced, Milkshake milkshake milkshake!
Cons: So filling, I couldn't try everything
Guest
sophiefp
Points +865
Amazing flavours - Edit
Oh wow the flavours of all the dishes we had were amazing. Tempting to lick the plates clean as the sauces are the best bit.
Read moreWe had 4 dishes between 2 of us and that was perfect, plus dessert. The aubergine dish beginning with 'j' was the very best.
Updated from previous review on 2023-11-06
Pros: The amazing flavours, Nice staff, Relaxed atmosphere (dog-friendly)
Cons: Some vegetarian dishes could be vegan but aren't
Guest
imcords
Points +261
Banging - Edit
The vegan shawarma is to die for. Super filling and the pitta is fluffy. Stunning.
Read moreAlly307
Again soon please 🔜
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robpeck98
Points +588
Decent - Edit
It’s, to quote my partner, “gentrified falafel.” I had the shawarma fries, which were very nice, but could have been a little more generous on the shawarma side. The falafel and hummus was really bloody good, as was my partner schnitzel (hehehe).
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2023-09-23
Guest
friedrice
Points +1515
Very good! - Edit
Excellent filling food, I had the vegan schnitzel and it was perfectly spiced & crispy on the outside. Falafels were also crispy and flavourful.
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Herbivore72
Points +942
5/5! - Edit
Delicious flavours and spices, I loved every dish I tried and could eat it everyday!
Read moreThe restaurant is quite a small place and popular so would recommend booking before
Pros: Amazing food , Fast and friendly service , Half the menu is vegan
Cons: A little pricey
Guest
Gregasaurus
Points +89
Fantastic Middle Eastern Food - Edit
I would say this is the best Middle eastern restaurant I have been too. Every dish was flavourful and different. The service was very good. They do like their pomegranate seeds! All veggie and plenty of dishes for a vegan.
Read morePros: Excellent Food, Friendly Staff, Good variety of dishes
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Kristol
Points +1327
Fresh & filling! - Edit
Delicious. Had the salad bowl to takeaway. Falafel is so good, crispy and flavourful. Salads are varied and tasty and the hummus is to die for. Will definitely be returning to try more dishes when I can as they all look really interesting and innovative.
Read morePros: Lots of vegan options , Vegan options clearly labelled
Guest
CeciliaGaipa
Points +188
Too expensive - Edit
The staff is very very nice and the food is good. They are a bit slow and the portions, for the prices they have, are very very small! I go out still hungry but paied 17 pounds 😭
Read morePros: Staff
Cons: Portions very small, Too expensive , Slow
kudaignola
Welcome to Britain 😄
Read moreCeciliaGaipa
Omg I can't stand these prices my Italian salary :(
Read morekudaignola
You should come to Uzbekistan 😉
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mishamisha
Points +149
Amazing vegan food! - Edit
The whole menu is veggie, with most things being vegan. Delicious middle eastern food, including flatbreads, falafel and salads. We had the oyster wings and schnitzel flatbread. It was so yummy and super filling!!!
Read morePros: Delicious food, Helpful friendly staff, Loads of vegan options
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