Local spot for pints and music. This is where the locals go for pints. Many are getting closed…read moredown, a problem in Bath and being replaced by touristy cocktail bars. This place has all the love of classic dive bars if that is your scene. Good music and friendly faces. Interesting fact -- the owner was going to sell it but the locals really wanted to hold on to it. He offered it to them if they could take up a collection and buy it -- and they did! Peter Gabriel is also one of the co-owners.

My husband and I went for beers today. There was a good assortment of choices. My review is…read moremainly for the gracious hospitality of the bar keepers. They were so friendly and spent lots of time with us making suggestions for the visiting the area. Thank you so much!

Got the chicken Sunday roast! Pretty expensive given the portion size…read more The chicken was tender and tasty, and I really liked the roast root vegetables. It was my first time having Yorkshire pudding. Was very surprised to discover it wasn't actually a pudding Watched the Arsenal v Chelsea match while eating which was a big plus!

Cute pub in the center of Bath ( England), stopped for light lunch after Saturday flea market…read morenearby ( the market was not impressive). Food was good ( stake, humus, not so much the shakshuka - eggs were overcooked on the top and the whites were running at the bottom , friendly service, smallish portions for the price . Solid 3

"What do you want to do tonight?" "Umm... I dunno.... Moles?"…read more The nightlife in Bath is limited. Local pubs, trendy student bars, tourist spots. Sometimes you just want to see a live gig or dance to music that isn't Rhianna. Moles to the rescue! Theme nights and live gigs abound in this unique little spot. The club is a great idea, but its not always executed well. It's in the basement of a big house on George Street, in what I'm assuming was the servants' area. Sounds cool, right? But when you've got dozens and dozens of bodies crammed into an unventilated basement, it gets hot. When it gets hot, these bodies sweat. You then have to get very drunk so that you won't notice other people's sweat dropping from the ceiling onto your flushed forehead. As for the gigs, I've been to two live shows here, the Dead 60's and another for a local band. Both were great and I was so relieved to find a spot where I could jump, sing, dance, and listen to live music with other people who appreciated it. Music is played after the show, but whoever DJ's clearly goes for novelty value rather than skillful sets. Madonna, followed by Random 90's R&B Song, Sex Pistols, N'Sync, etc. Depending on your level of inebriation and silliness, it can actually be fun to dance to! I think Tuesday nights is "Cheese" night, when they purposely play this type of music.

If you're planning a night out in Bath, there's one of two places you're likely to end up; Back to…read moreMine or Moles. Due to the ridiculously strict council rules that clubs must adhere to a certain noise level and close at a certain time, there is hardly anywhere for the youngsters of Bath to have a good time on a Saturday night. But Moles tries its best and, on the whole, succeeds to give clubbers great live music in an intimate venue. There's always a friendly party atmosphere to be found, but I wouldn't recommend anyone with claustrophobia. It's friendly for a reason - there's no escape from mingling with strangers at this tiny club. Over the years Moles has had Portishead, The Smiths, The Cure and PJ Harvey grace their stage (to name but a few) so it's a perfect place to hear an up and coming star.

Whenever I suggest a place to take my friends for lunch they always ask, with a disappointed look…read morein their eyes, 'it's not a *gulp* vegetarian restaurant, is it?' Try as I might I've found it impossible to convert them to the joys of a meat free existence. That was until I took them to The Porter. The Porter is the sort of place every veggie dreams of; hearty, inventive dishes served with a cold pint of local cider. My particular favourite at The Porter is their Sunday roasts, which seem to be the ideal cure for a hangover. The staff are not only young and trendy (and incidentally good looking!) but also friendly, fun and attentive. A great place for veggies and meat eaters alike.

Food is good, a little on the expensive side but really very good…read more Lovely atmosphere and great for a catch up with friends!

We made online reservations for 7 and were warm-welcomed, sat immediately, and treated to a…read morewonderful pizza dinner for all. The problem lies with their online reservation system that, for now, is devious, so PAY ATTENTION: if you want the Green Park Brasserie you MUST reserve "indoor seating"; if you want Bath Pizza you have to reserve upstairs. These are two separate businesses that do not blend menus. Bath Pizza does not have a draught system in place. Please be aware of this when reserving! Again, great atmosphere, wonderful staff, excellent food... just could've done without this headache! Or at least a heads up on yelp :)

Tonite was pizza only nite but that turned out to be just fab! The place is really nice with two…read morepatios and inside dining. I chose inside and it was great. They have a nice pizza selection. I chose the American Hot which had jalapeños, chili beef, onions and pepperoni. It was excellent! The kick was nicely executed and flavorful. The crust was hand tossed and perfectly cooked. I paired it with a really nice Spanish white wine. Oh, make sure you get one of the dipping sauces. Got the Garlic Mayo.... Totally yummy! Such a great atmosphere here and the staff was friendly and responsive. If you're in Bath you need to stop in for sure!

The Saracens Head is thought to be the oldest pub in Bath. Built in 1713, they've had many notable…read morevisitors, including Charles Dickens. We popped in for a quick pint and were struck by how beautiful the interior was, how historic they've kept it and mostly how it seemed like it was a step above most English pubs. With a bag of vinegar crisps and a flat, lifeless English ale, we felt at home sitting next to Dicken's corner. It is a really cool way to experience England as it was, and in Bath as it still remains.

The oldest pub in Bath built in 1713. It's located between the quaint shops and restaurants on…read moreBroad St. They say Charles Dickens lived above the pub and wrote his first novel The Pickwick Papers here. It's a nice little pub offering a nice choice of beers and ciders and some good food. A bit of nostalgia for any Dickens fan.

The location is great and the bar is neat, but their Abbey Ales Bellringer ale is not that good. I…read morekneecapped that going on so that's on me, but I was craving a porter and that didn't have that. The young lady bartender maybe didn't understand me and asked if I wanted a port. I doubt they even have that. Anyway, the bar is a go to spot for watching rugby matches and they have a pool table as well. Some outside seating too. They only serve snacks but no real food. The claim to be the oldest brewery in Bath and it's true but we are talking since 1997. I was expecting something much older. But still, 1997 and the Bellringer just wasn't my beer. Looking at the reviews of the beers they brew, most people will agree. If I came back, I would just get a Guinness or something bottled.

Came in here to catch the second half of Alex Fergusons last home game for ManU. After I bellied up…read moreto the bar Rob came over and asked me what I wanted to drink. They have some of the Abbey Ales so I tried the Bellringer which was good. I also tried the Midford Cider after the gentleman next to me told me it would end my day at 6.5% (I squeezed in 6 more hours of drinking afterwards) The place is large and has plenty of seating, including couches. There is free pool everyday until 5PM and beers were cheap at about £3. Rob even told me about a few other places I needed to check out before I left town.

So here I am in you know, Bath. So much history here. Makes me thirsty. Tried a few pubs, so far…read morethis is winning. They are playing something from the Blues Brothers which, frankly , is a little surprising. But hey, I 'm from Chicago so , ya know, it's all good. The Guinness is fresh, which makes me happy and crud.

You might expect a faux Irish pub in the style of O'Neills and the like, but that's not really what…read moreyou get with Flan O'Briens. It's not a chain, for a start and it's also got a decent range of drinks available. They're open pretty late on some nights, so if you're out in Bath until the early hours, it's likely that you might find yourself in here towards the end of the night. It can get pretty crowded at times, so you often have to fight your way to the bar/toilets, but that kind of adds to the vibe of the place This is definitely a drinkers pub, so don't expect a lot of finesse.

Tucked away to the countryside it was delightful to find a cozy pub with a great drink selection,…read moreand surprisingly superb Thai food! Food was fresh, well-prepared and artfully presented. It acts as a small community center with toys for children. Ring O Bells combines conviviality with privacy, as there is a group of smaller rooms that can handle different sized groups. we stayed at a local B&B and got verbal directions to this pub. The area is an excellent way to enjoy Bath without immersing yourself in the mayhem of a tourist city. As an American the narrow hedge-lined roads are sporty, but not hostile as long as you are patient and have a sense of humor.I highly recommend this pub!!!

This is a rather upmarket pub/restaurant. In fact, it's the kind of place you'd have a family meal…read morewith the parents, but not really somewhere to go with friends because of the prices. They have a fairly decent selection of ales, which is always good to see, so it won't disappoint on that front, plus the food is always top notch. I guess you pay for the added quality at the end of the day. They don't have a great range of vegetarian meals, though I've never been disappointed by what I've had. It's always worth checking the specials board here, as it changes daily and always throws up a few surprises. Oh, it the atmosphere is always very pleasant, hence my comment on taking your parents.

Great pub, a little out of the way from the main sights and sounds of Bath. Good stop if you are…read morein the area of Victoria Park or the Royal Crescent. Comfy and a good tap list, I would stop in here again if I were in the area. Had a quick dinner here, and it was standard, comfort pub food. Nothing particularly special perhaps, but 4 stars because I just got a good vibe from the place. Not so different from most British pubs, I think, but I could picture myself there all the time if it was in my neighborhood. I think the wine vault and live music might have more to offer than I had the privilege of experiencing.

Upstairs: traditional english pub Downstairs: funky live…read moremusic venue. The popularity of St James Wine Vaults continues to grow with a massive variety of live music acts from acoustic singer song writers and jazz quartets to new talent and established local bands. There is pavement seating in front of this pretty pub - just what's needed when it gets a bit hot and sweaty in the cellar bar. The real ale selection is a bit limited, but better than nothing!