Milkshake Magic in Rocotillos

Gemma Written by Gemma

Rocotillos
1 Queen’s Road Bristol, Clifton Triangle, BS8 1EZ
t: 0117 929 7207

Walking into Rocotillo’s is like stepping into an American diner with a difference. Bright colours and old posters adorn the walls but you can’t help but notice that rockier British edge… mosaics on the walls and posters for local bands and DB nights – Rocotillos is certainly the place to be.rocotillos

The kitchen in the centre of the cafe gives Rocotillos a buzzing atmosphere, an excellent reputation and service to match (they even won an award for the Best Breakfast in 07) means that the restaurant is always busy – filled with families, students, and professionals alike – a real catch all hideout.

The menu is modest and prices are reasonable, breakfasts burgers and typical diner food – be warned however – the portions are Huge! I was flabbergasted (and awestruck) to see breakfast rolls the size of side plates being served.

The Pièce de résistance is undoubtedly the milkshakes, with traditional flavours available plus many more unique concoctions. We opted for one banoffee and one phish food flavour – if theres one thing I love more than eating Ben and Jerry’s icecream, its probably drinking it! Milkshakes here are to die for, fantastic tasting and boy there’s a lot of them! £3-£4 sounds a bit steep but I saw a few people sharing one between two (I was feeling particulaly greedy and managed to slurp up a whole one to myself!!) I loved that I was handed the shaker to top up my glass as and when needed – and even more impressed to learn you could get the milkshakes to take away!

Ever since leaving Rocotillos I’ve been eager to return. A cool and casual atmosphere means that it’s a great place to go for any occasion – breakfast, burgers, or even just a milkshake. Another one of Bristol’s must-sees.

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