Whether you're the world's biggest gin fan or you're still unsure about the stuff, the Canary Gin…read moreBar is an absolute must when in Bath for libations. The ground floor offers 200+ gins and the Cocktails of Gin Austen menu (oh, yes, you read that right - it's "gin's transatlantic journey to New York"; it's "gin of a different persuasion"; and they're all just £9). Gin is not my preferred liquor, but these extremely well crafted, balanced, flavorful drinks have me wondering if my previous feelings about gin were totally misinformed. The Big Apple (featuring Bath Gin [what they make here], hopped rhubarb Bath Gin, apple schnapps, escubac, lime juice, and tonic) is really refreshing, but it's the Little Italy that I felt the most feelings for: Bath Gin, coffee-infused campari, cocchi torino, and apricot liqueur. The presentation is straight out of a magazine, the ingredients are all delicious, and it packs a serious wallop. "In vain have I struggled. It will not do. My feelings will not be repressed. You must allow me to tell you how ardently I admire and love you." Is that too much for a drink or a bar? Ahhhh, you'll see what I mean when you check it out. Upstairs, The Distiller's Bar, has more gins and cocktails but I never made it up there. I liked to tuck into the downstairs right when they opened with a good book and a good cocktail and people watch. The owner was frequently (always?) there bringing the merriment, too, so the atmosphere always felt quite cheery and welcoming!

Small bar (the downstairs especially), but worth a visit. I had no idea there was a local gin in…read moreBath until my friend took me here, and I"m glad he did. The Bath gin was delicious and wonderfully smooth. I had a G&T, which they made with an artisinal tonic and tossed a bay leaf in the glass... if you're a gin fan, this is the place for you. By the way, Bath gin price isn't listed - it costs £7/single. If the downstairs is crowded, try the upstairs - it covers the whole length of the downstairs and was pretty empty when I was there, while the downstairs was packed. They do have a few bottled beers (and Peroni on tap) and whiskeys and vodkas if you're not a gin fan... but why wouldn't you be?

The bartender was really nice-she chatted a bit about the area and responded to my request for a…read morelocal beer.

Visiting Bath for a couple days and stepped in here for a pint to cap the day of sightseeing. Local…read morefolk were welcoming, and we had an interesting chat. I'm thankful for this Yelp app and our reviews which is very helpful in finding great spots we might miss otherwise.

Absolutely delightful atmosphere and amazing bartenders who understand real cocktailing and the…read morescience behind it. If you like unique or creative cocktails, this is a great bar to visit. The art/decorating make this place feel warm and inviting and the various rooms give a real sense of a mystic bar in the basement of several hundred year old building. Highly recommend if in need of a good spirit!

In comparison with other speakeasy cocktail bars, it ranks low in my personal experience…read more The vibe, decor, lighting and music don't compare to Milk Thistle in Bristol. The menu is not as diverse and not customizable or very innovative. But really the main reason for 2 stars and not 3 is the staff. Arrogant and sometimes rude. Judged mental and superficial. Their Prerogative obviously as a speakeasy but I have personally not encounter this behavior from any of the speakeasy cocktail bars around the world that I have been to. Still better than your average bar, but I don't recommend it unless you're very dressed up and not on your own.

We had such a nice time here, we came back two nights in a row. It's a multi-room club with a…read moredance floor and several areas to sit with a drink. The music was great and the crowd mixed and friendly. The bouncers and bartenders were super friendly and even bought us a free round because they said we danced so well (well my fiancé did) the night before. I'd go back for sure.

On our weekend getaway to Bath, we were excited to go to one of the city's swankier bars on a…read morespecial night out and came across Circo. Known for their hip atmosphere, dimly lit rooms, plush seating and amazing and thorough list of cocktails (with a large selection of cocktails created in-house, totally original), it's a great place for an after works do or a romantic set of cocktails with a date. Yes, the drinks are pricey, but if you like home-spun, craft cocktails, this is the place to go. Ask them for your drink to be a bit stiffer than usual and be warned: it will arrive to you like rocket fuel. When we went, there was a DJ spinning and a crowd enjoying cocktails big and small. We'll definitely be back and wish this bar had more attention on Yelp - it's worth going to if you consider drinking serious (and stylish) business!

I know it's a restaurant chain, but The Botanist makes me smile. Every time we come here:…read more1) We eat REALLY well! (... and somehow wish we'd ordered more despite being pleasantly full) 2) We get lost going to the bathroom (... and get reprimanded by the staff) It's become our thing, really. I'll echo some of what I said in my previous review: The Botanist in Bath offers a beautiful, minimalist, plant-heavy, environment. We've always sat on the second-floor mezzanine underneath the incredibly high-vaulted ceiling. Because of this cavernous space, the acoustics can be a bit all-over-the-place especially when it's packed and they've got live music going! Any iteration of their menu offers many gluten-free, vegetarian, and vegan options. We particularly enjoy: + the Rhubarb & Sage Spritz (if you like gin and tonics, this isn't to be missed; it's slightly fruity [without being sweet] and herbaceous [without being herbal, if that makes sense]) + the Vegan Board: There's SO. MUCH. GOING. ON. HERE. Definitely something for everyone, but the stand-outs for us continue to be the incredibly satisfying Bang Bang Cauliflower (which have a crunchy exterior and pillowy soft inside), the Giant Couscous salad (which somehow feels so light in comparison to other things on the board), the Houmous (so creamy, so flavorful; you're going to have a hard time wanting to share this!), and the Crispy Mushrooms (which are fried in a light polenta coating and come with a truffle/mustard mayo dip; it's okay that you love the dip more than you love the mushrooms - you can order more of it!). ^ you can order all of these things individually too! + [if they have them] the Sweet Chili Fries: perfectly golden-fried and topped with a sticky sweet and spicy sauce, coriander, and spring onions? Moreish! Get some to share even if you think you've already ordered too much food. + the Banoffee Sundae: made with caramelized banana, plant-based vanilla ice cream, Biscoff chocolate sauce and cookie crumb, it's absolutely indulgent and a little phallic looking. It's a reliable spot for shareable food with friends in a beautiful atmosphere. What more could you want?

For a UK chain, this restaurant has delightful charm with lots of plants and open airiness that…read morelive up to the name. The food was mostly good. The fish and chips and baked camembert were fantastic. The "chips" were well crisped and came out hot. The fish was delicate, flaky and tasty and the tartar sauce balanced and filled with herbs and pickles. The chicken katsu was dry and over cooked; it looks good but isn't worth it. The fried onion (think blooming onion if you're an American) was pretty good but nothing unique. The drink menu is extensive. They are well made and the bartenders can steer you towards what you'll probably enjoy most. I did think they tended to be a bit light on the alcohol, but hey, it's the UK! Overall enjoyable and would recommend - especially if I'm the hunt for good fish and chips or baked cheese!

An excellent bar, tucked away from the bustle of the city…read more Hidden underneath the slug and lettuce is sub 13, a modern take on a 20's cocktail bar, with an extensive menu and 2-for-1 offers every night. From the entrance you get the impression that this is somewhere to drink, not somewhere to be seen as the low lighting and hidden rooms make clear. This creates a delightful ambiance with the bar staff adding character in skinny ties and retro braces. The drinks can be hit or miss, however if your taste buds prefer things a specific way the bar staff will gladly take a drink back to tailor it to your tastes - just be confident enough to ask! A definite must for a fan of cocktails.

A hidden club that you'd miss if you blinked whilst walking past it, Sub 13 is located downstairs…read moreunderneath a row of shops and restaurants, and is only marked by a small sandwich board outside with its name on. But we decided to head in, as it didn't look too cheap and trendy, and we weren't disappointed. It's a comfortable, cosy club with nice decor in a relaxed style. Definitely not trying too hard, but still getting it just right. There is just one small bar, with only room for a few people around it. Sub 13 is definitely a drinker's bar, and a bar for friends -- it's not the place to grab an anti-freeze coloured WKD and be noticed. It operates on the principle of lots of little tucked away rooms, nooks and crannys to hide your group away and have a nice chat. The music is jazzy/bluesy, not over powering and not cheesy. The drinks are expensive -- around £8 for a cocktail, which is fine if you're in NYC and it's been sieved through a platinum martini pour. But the cocktails here were nothing special, though both barman and manager made a great show of making them. Really, it just took a long time, and the end result was lacklustre. Eventually we went to vodka and tonics, for the same price, but with much more alcohol, and some nice Grey Goose or Absolut. The nice thing about the cocktails is that they weren't made to measure -- a careful, wobbly pour of 35 ml takes some of the magic away from cocktail making, so it was nice to see the barman just put a great dirty slug of vodka in the glass, and properly lemonung the rim of the glass as well. The smoking area/garden is very nice, coming up some stairs to a terraced area with tables and chairs. But the really special bits are the little tucked away rooms with fab candle light, gorgeous comfy leather sofas and intriguing patterned wall paper. An excellent venue for a party, a works event, or even an intimate chat with a few friends or a lover. Sub 13 gets a definite recommend from this reviewer!

Cozy local pub with friendly staff offering a stellar selection of drinks on tap. We opted to sit…read moredownstairs , which was not as spacious as the upstairs, and thoroughly enjoyed our time. The burgers were cooked and seasoned to perfection as well as the chicken strips and chips. The steak was overcooked and lacked flavor, which was a disappointment, but overall it was a great experience.

Great little pub! The service was outstanding. The bartender was so friendly, caring and provided…read moreexpert service. Lots of different options on tap and I was especially impressed with their cider selection. They had an apple cider that was still (vs sparkling) and it was the first time I've ever heard of it. The only reason this isn't 5 stars is because two people got sandwiches (the fish fingers and tofu po boy) both commented on it lacking a little flavor and wanting more salt/sauce. This would be a 4.5 stars but Yelp doesn't do that so rounded down.

We came here for drinks when it was recommended by our "foodie" tour guide as one of the best kept…read moresecrets in town. The cocktails are brilliant. We arrived fairly late but the staff was not phased and made us feel genuinely welcomed. They're cocktail menu is on playing cards, which was a fun feature and the bartenders helped us decide once we'd narrowed down our choices. Exceptionally happy with them.

Our first night in Bath and we were looking for a pub experience. We had read about Garrick's Head…read moreand gave it a try. They have several local ales on tap and some "Real Ale" cask conditioned for a traditional experience. Sadly, there was no roast beef when we arrived so we'll have to wait for the classic Sunday roast. Steak and ale pie, and a butternut squash pie were good substitutes. This is a popular spot, especially for outdoor seating. We sat inside in a cozy dining room but if the weather is dry outdoors is a nice option. Our first night in Bath and we were looking for a pub experience. We had read about Garrick's Head and gave it a try. They have several local ales on tap and some "Real Ale" cask conditioned for a traditional experience. Sadly, there was no roast beef when we arrived so we'll have to wait for the classic Sunday roast. Steak and ale pie, and a butternut squash pie were good substitutes. This is a popular spot, especially for outdoor seating. We sat inside in a cozy dining room but if the weather is dry outdoors is a nice option.

Found this spot from Rick Steves's travel book...and a great pick! Just on the outskirts of…read morecentral Bath, this delightful classic British pub has lovely interior with whimsical decor yet classy at the same time. Service was a confusing at first, but was just swell once we were seated...the leftside is a side is a traditional sit down restaurant service, the right side is a classic pub style where you order everything at the bar, and the expansive outside patio is self service as well, a completely taken over by smokers and vapers like every other European patio. £20 FISH & CHIPS! The fresh beer battered haddock was thick and crispy on the outside, and moist and tender on the inside, perfection!, The chips were pleasant enough, though crushed minted peas were just okay...maybe because they day prior I had some incredible mushy mint peas at another pub. Still a great plate overall! £20 SHORTCRUST PIES...wife went with the Chicken, Leek, and Herb...wonderfully rich and savory, with flavorful scent and warm, buttery pie crust. Lovely! Also came with seared greens, braised red cabbage, buttery mash potatoes, and rich decadent red wine gravy. £7.5 STICKY TOFFEE PUDDING...gooey, sweet, sticky, buttery, and fantastically wonderful!

Speediest service around. Great cocktails, solid food, and a stellar spot to people watch. Can't go…read morewrong.

DISTASTEFUL LYING STAFF Myself and my partner went to bath…read morethis weekend for our anniversary, we decided to go into this bar for a few drinks and a light lunch, all was well until we got accused of giving and taking drugs from a group of girls (who they couldn't control) the maitre'd had a terrible attitude towards the whole situation. She come over to our table, saying "we are going to have to give you your bill and you have to leave" I asked what for and she replied because you are doing drugs at the table. She then followed it up by saying " I see it. the table opposite see it and the whole restaurant see it" I was gob smacked and said what a false statement and complete lie she's just made up! All I was doing was being polite and amicable to the drunk girl, trying to get her away from me and my partner.(which the table opposite clapped and said "fair play guys you handled that drunk girl better then we would have") When I challenged the matrie'd she said she will get the CCTV to prove this is what happened. I waited for another 10 minutes and no one come to the table so I called the manager. I spoke to the manager and said I've just been accused of selling and taking drugs from this girl, please get the CCTV because maitre'd said she will get it to prove we had done such a thing! Conveniently the CCTV wasn't actually working in the area we was sitting in. By now my partner was upset and and panicking, I asked them to call the police to search me if this was what I was being accused of and nothing. The manager didn't have anything to say all he replied with was, I don't think that's what's happened I don't think you gave them anything I think they gave you something. Like this made it any better. The manager was as spineless as his maitre'd the whole company needs to go onto a customer training course and they need to think before they start accusing people of doing crimes on their premises. Absolutely disgusted it runined what was supposed to be a great weekend away. And I will be taking this further then just leaving a review.