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Little Hollows Pasta

Fresh pasta, made for long lunches and lively dinners.

Italian food, shaped around carefully selected local and Italian produce.

In the foodie neighbourhood of Chandos Road, Bristol - at Little Hollows Pasta we create Italian style dishes using the best local British produce. Casual but refined, our little neighbourhood Italian restaurant will welcome you like you've been here before, serve food worth slowing down for and send you home happier than you arrived.

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Italian Restaurant in Bristol

Chandos Road Restaurants

From an artisan pasta stall to a beloved neighbourhood restaurant

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Pasta at the centre

Pastaio, Chris Davis, took his passion for the craft and turned it into a casual, yet refined, and unpretentious dining experience.

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Pasta made fresh

From the carefully selected eggs and flours we use, to the final cut of every sheet, exceptional pasta is the result of countless small decisions made with care.

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Led by the seasons

We're regularly creating new and vibrant dishes using seasonal local and Italian produce.

One of Bristol’s best Italian restaurants

What others say about our Chandos Road restaurant

Published in the Bristol 24/7 Food and Drink 2026 Guide

“I’m a sucker for great pasta and Little Hollows delivers everytime. The cooking is brilliant and seasonal. The sort of menu that keeps pulling you back because there’s always something new to try. It manages that sweet spot of feeling like a treat, without ever feeling fussy.”

Dan O'Regan, Owner of Bank Restaurant and Lapin Restaurant

“I remember buying pasta from Chris when he had a stall at the Harbourside Market and have been obsessed ever since. One of my absolute favourites.”

Jack Hudspith, Owner of New Cut Coffee

“The best pasta in town that’s getting good recognition for what they do. Proper local restaurant with love and passion.”

Dominic Harman, Owner of Corks Wine

“Handmade pasta of ridiculous quality. The value set lunch is outstanding. It’s a rare place that keeps both adults and kids happy.”

Graham Faragher, Owner of Bertha's Pizza

“This is where you should eat pasta in Bristol. Simple as that.”

Josh Dickinson, Owner of The Scrandit

“A great spot for lunch, lots of natural light. It’s always good to watch the pasta being prepared in the window. I love the agnolotti or any filled pasta.”

Chris Grayson, Owner of Farro Bakery
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