WELCOME TO BIANCHIS
Situated in the heart of Montpelier, within the old site of the legendary Bells Diner, Bianchis is an explosion of Italian Heritage.
Come and enjoy a five-course a la carte menu and an impressive wine list with jewels from all over the new and old world.
Bianchis has 4 separate areas all named after one of the four Bianchi sisters, Frances, Anna, Dina & Vittoria. We also have Nonna’s kitchen and Aldo’s wine list – this is a family affair.
THE
EXPERIENCE
The food served at Bianchis has its genesis in the ethos of honest cooking. In other words, the ingredients we combine speak for themselves, each in their own voice. We use the best local and, sometimes, international ingredients to skillfully accomplish this. So, whether you wish to enjoy the enduring comfort of a plate of freshly hand-made pasta or indulge in five courses of delicacies from all over Italy, Bianchis offers it all.
We work with some of the best suppliers of meat and fish in the West Country and we’re proud to say that provenance and quality are paramount to what we do. Our kitchen works off induction and charcoal, which yields both eco-efficiency and flavour in abundance.
FOOD AT BIANCHIS
WINE AT BIANCHIS
Wine is at the heart of any Italian meal and eating in Bianchis is no different from that. However, we’ve gone beyond the borders of Italy to bring you a full selection of old and new world wines, affordable, high-end, light and crispy to big and bold ones. Gaia, our general manager, is just the person to assist you with your options.. It’s our great pleasure to also offer ‘Aldo’s List’; a separate selection of wines chosen for their extra special qualities.
Dinner is served from 17:30 and you will find our a la carte menus gracing every table then. We offer five courses, all of which distinctively compliment each other, and a wine list we confidently commend to you.
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Meet our managers...
Find out a little more about who runs the show at Bianchis...
GAIA - GENERAL MANAGER
Born on the island of Ilha Bela, São Paulo, Brazil and raised around the world in an Argentinian diplomatic family, I grew up surrounded by diverse cultures, flavours, and traditions. This global upbringing shaped both my palate and my perspective.
I began my culinary journey at 14 at Ultracomida, later working as a cheesemonger at the Oxford Cheese Company and sailing the Caribbean as a yacht stewardess.
After time at London’s Sardine, I moved to Bristol to join Poco Tapas Bar, where I spent 6 years as their assistant manager and resident florist.
In 2024, I proudly joined the Bianchis family, bringing my experience and passion to our Italian trattoria.
I love weaving nature into the dining experience and can often be found foraging wild ingredients to elevate our food and drinks.
Favourite Drink
“A passion fruit caipirinha on a beach in Salvador Bahia, eaten with acarajé, vatapá and caruru, preferably with sea salt in my hair and sand on my feet and absolutely no intention of going home early.”
Favourite restaurant in group
“My favourite spot within the Bianchis family is, naturally, Bianchis. But truly, each restaurant has its own soul, its own rhythm, and its own beauty.”
Favourite restaurant Bristol
“There are so many brilliant independent restaurants in Bristol that choosing a favourite feels impossible. I have a soft spot for Bokman, Cor and Clouds”
LUCA - HEAD CHEF
I grew up in a small village in the Piedmont region of Italy called Gozzano.
I had my first experience in the hospitality industry at the age of 16, starting front of house before moving into the kitchen at 21. This was the beginning of my passion for cooking and my journey in the hospitality industry.
I started my professional career in Italy, working in a variety of prestigious hotels and Michelin-starred restaurants, including Al Sorriso, Villa Crespi, La Corte Villa Abbazia and Hotel Bellevue. These experiences gave me the opportunity to develop my skills, learn from talented chefs and build a strong foundation in Italian cuisine.
At the age of 25, I moved to London, where I continued to develop my culinary knowledge by working in different styles of restaurants and learning from a variety of chefs and cuisines. I spent three years working at Bread Street Kitchen, part of Gordon Ramsay’s group, as well as working at Eneko by Eneko Atxa, Dinings SW3 with Masaki Sugisaki and other restaurants.
Three years ago, I moved to Bristol, where my first job was at Bianchis. It was there that I fell back in love with cooking Italian food and rediscovered the importance of traditional Italian dishes, ingredients and techniques.
Since then, my passion has been to bring those traditions to life while continuing to develop my own style and share the food and flavours I grew up with.
Favourite Restaurant in Bristol
I have a few favourite restaurants such as:
Wilson, Bokman, Dongnae and Clouds
Favourite Dish
I have too many but I think my grandmother's gnocchi al ragù
Favourite Drink
Spritz in the Summer Grappa in the winter