The chef owner of Hourglass Brasserie, Rizwan Ahmed, is one of those rare individuals who has mastered his craft. The depth of flavor in our dishes, the level of care in the artistic presentations, the gorgeous setting, fresh flowers and a first-rate waiter combined to create a magical meal experience. Watching the sunset over the water in the distance added... More

We have loved this restaurant for a long time, but after our last visit we may not return. I had made a 8pm reservation for a Saturday night during restaurant week. While making the reservation, I had a nice conversation about it being restaurant week and encouraging me to try other restaurants as well. Well, we arrived right on time... More

I happened upon the reviews for the Hourglass Brasserie while checking out another restaurant in Bristol. Everyone loved HB & now I count myself among those lovers. Wonderfully creative menu. Food & presentation outstanding. Low key, but pristine, bistro atmosphere. Service was attentive, friendly, and professional. Chef-owner, wanting everyone to be happy, visited each table. Restaurant Week menu was top... More

Great food, amazing presentations.My son goes to Roger Williams university in Bristol and I try to sample different restaurants in the area when I was in town, well...we have been to this restaurant 3 times so far this year. In the picture was the soup of the day...Butternut squash veloute w/ smoked chorizo powder, pickled apples, herbs/blossoms on phyllo pastry.I... More

Although we don't get there often my wife and I love Bristol and decided to head there last minute for dinner last Friday. On the way we googled "best restaurants" and stumbled upon the Hourglass Brasserie. We are SO glad that we did. I have traveled the world and have dined in some of the finest establishments and I would... More

Lovely ambiance great food inspired cuisine the short ribs are excellent! Absolutely will return and can't wAit To bring friends.

I have eaten at this amazing restaurant many times. Each time has been memorable and I have yet to order the same dish twice! Do not miss this restaurant. Eating there is an inforgetable "event"!

Business took my wife and I to Bristol for a short business trip over our anniversary. After extensive review we decided on Hourglass Brasserie and it DID NOT DISAPPOINT. The location and ambiance are excellent (intimate and warm) and the service was excellent and flexible to requests. The menu is eccelctic but there is something for everyone and the portions... More

Having been in Bristol for a little over 6 months, I have been continuously let down by the food. With so many places to eat, I am baffled as to how so many places are still in business while having such mediocre, if not just plain bad, food. I will say that DeWolf Tavern is great, just not my style,... More