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Housed in a former warehouse, Arnolfini has gradually become one of the more recognisable landmarks in Bristol's harbour side area. The building is home to a variety of live dance and music performances, literary readings and architecture and design lectures; thereby attracting a suitably arty crowd.

The newly refurbished café is vibrant with a strong Italian theme with the bar area decked up in splashes of red, white and yellow; so pop over for a mid-morning coffee or a pre-performance beer. A Mediterranean touch is evident in their dishes and the ingredients are locally sourced and seasonal. Food is served all day and evening in the café and there is outdoor seating for those who'd like a view of the quayside with cup of hot chocolate in one hand and Arthur Gravy's 'Time Well Spent' on the other.

Gourmet Burger Kitchen was the brainchild of three New Zealanders, who craved after the way that food tasted back home. The chain was instrumental in changing the perception of many people who saw the traditional burger purely as a fast food option; instead they are now seen as more sophisticated products, made using fresh, good quality ingredients.

Their first outlet opened in Battersea and today there are forty-one serving scrumptious burgers. Chef Peter Gordon believes in using innovative combinations, with good quality English chicken and Aberdeen Angus Scotch beef among the ingredients, to make nutritious and convenient to eat fare. They offer chorizo and sweet potato, lamb and minted relish, or the vegetarian portabella mushroom among others. GBK sauces and accompaniments add to their taste.

The menu has nearly thirty different choices and if you feel like biting into pure beef, do try their classic burger with salad and relish - available with or without cheese, this is served with sauces like smoked mayo, spicy satay, fresh chilli and Thai red curry, lending the meal varying degrees of spice.

Some, like the Kiwi, are made using unusual raw materials such as beetroot, fried egg and pineapple, while for fans of chicken, the grilled breast with streaky bacon, salad and avocado is a delicious combination. There are a surprising number of burgers suitable for vegetarians with versions made from puy lentils, potato, green curry or aubergine served with goats' cheese and sun blushed tomatoes. Fresh fruit juices, soft drinks and milkshakes are alcohol free options.

A welcome list of wines and beers complete the picture of a relaxed and modern environment as Gourmet Burger King excels in making the humble burger taste so good.