Found the restaurant on a wimp, we were hungry and this was by the bus/train station so it was just…read moreright there. The prices looked higher than the rest of the establishment nearby but it is also the only steakhouse. Hubby said we should splurged for a good meal since we had a long day on the road and it was our 1st meal in Bath so we went in. The place was crowded, but it was late in the evening (close to 9pm) that we still got a table without reservation (it was about 85% full). Service was friendly despite us looking like two bumps (we just arrived after a long 10 hours flight + a long bus ride due to road closure from Heathrow). We both ordered the rib eye and I asked if they could substitute the chips (thicker cut fries) could be substituted with a different, non fried side dish, and they obliged. Both hubby and I substituted the chips with mashed potatoes. We also got a sauce each for our steak, hubby had the bbq sauce and I had the cognac and peppercorn sauce. I was a bit skeptical since I ordered the steak well.done (I had to bc of doctor's order), hubby ordered medium rare. The reviews online weren't promising too so I was nervous. Food arrived after about 20-30 minutes, it felt. a bit slow, but I was also starving. The plate looked pretty but smaller in portion compared to Amerizan size ..I was once again nervous we would leave hungry. I had a bite of the mashed potatoes and WOW! creamy, rich, cheesy, delicious!!!! Then had a bite of the side salad that came with the steak (watercress + 3 plump cherry tomatoes) and wow it was good too! I did wish there were more salad on the plate since it was quite little and I felt like I needed more veggies. Then I tasted the sauces...the bbq was not my forte and it was definitely not as sweet and didn't taste smokey like american bbq sauce but the cognac and peppercorn sauce was soooo good!!! It tasted a bit like gravy, but richer and creamier and had more flavors. I'm usually not a sauce person but dang that was a good sauce! Lastly, I had my steak and wow!!! It didn't disappoint! The meat was tender despite it was being well done and the sauce complemented the mest soooo well!!!! Both hubby and I enjoyed our main course a lot :). And we were both satisfied and full after our main course, phewwwhhh!!! I guess though the portion did not look big, it was still filling (the mashed potatoes were rich and good portion). When we walked in and saw their menu we also spotted the dessert: Sticky toffee pudding...so we definitely had our heart set to ordering a dessert..we decided to share one ang glad we did! The portion was enough to share and boy that was one really really good dessert!!! It was a piece of cake (but not crumbly like cake and spongy but more dense than a regular cake) came with delicious caramel sauce and a scoop of vanilla ice cream. It was not overly sweet and too die for!!! Certainly a must eat if you want a dessert! Our tab (for drink we had tap water and hubby had a bottle of coke) came out to around 57 GBP, not cheap, but again it was a nicer establishment and the food was really good, so we were very happy. The service was also very friendly, they came to check on us a few times, had a little bit of small talk with a couple of the waiters too and they were very friendly. I certainly recommend this restaurant if you're looking for a nicer place to eat in Bath. They had lots of beer! It's like a fancier modern pub, unfortunately I couldn't try due to my current dietary restrictions, but if you're a beer drinker, should totally have beer there..they looked good too!!

This is a chophouse and bar a minute from Bath Spa railway station…read more It's situated on the first floor adjacent to the London platform of the station but, frustratingly, there's no direct access. (Good views from that side of the bar you are a trainspotter...) There is a lift up to the bar - otherwise it is a surprisingly long staircase if, like me, you arrive with luggage. Inside it's one large room with a central bar, and the dining area is on the station side. The one major downside for me was the noise - they had piped music which meant, on a Friday night, competing with people trying to talk over the music. So it's definitely not the place for a romantic meal. At other times it may be quieter, of course. I'm vegetarian and, although the choice is limited, my starter of spiced pear salad with blue cheese and walnuts was the highlight, freshly prepared, crunchy and tasty. My main of macaroni cheese with spinach and mushrooms was all right - plenty of it - but a little stodgy, even for a dish which is meant as comfort food. My friend's dish of chicken and salad was very nice apparently - lots of chicken, too. Interestingly, having read the other reviews on here, I found the service to be pretty good - we didn't have to wait long for drinks, the food, or the bill, and our waiter was attentive. A free bottle of chilled tap water arrived before I'd even sat down, which was not bad for the post-work rush on Friday. The bill came to just under £30 a head for two courses, 2 glasses of wine, coffee and tip. So, not the place for a special meal, but fine if you want something close to the station.

On the high recommendation of a friend, we dined at The Circus and had a genuinely lovely evening…read more The staff were attentive and easygoing, striking a comfortable balance that let the night unfold naturally. The room felt warm and inviting without being overdone. The food was seasonal and thoughtfully prepared, full of flavour and quietly satisfying. An easy, enjoyable meal that lived up to the recommendation.

We really liked this restaurant. The food and service are excellent. My only issue is that the…read moreserving sizes are huge. Not a problem if you're a big eater. Had we know I think we would have shared a meal. We don't like wasting food.

A newer establishment near the Pulteney Bridge. Very cozy and charming. There are two or three…read morelevels and we were seated on the lower level, in the back, with a fantastic view of the Weir. We arrived early for dinner, around 6, and a reservation didn't seem necessary. Service was very friendly and professional and although new they seemed to have it down. I had a steak for my entree and my dining companion had fish. We were both quite pleased with our choices. The only glitch, probably my fault, was ordering a gin martini before dinner. That seemed to throw them for a loop! Apparently that isn't common, like a gin and tonic. But they pulled it together and after some discussion asked if I wanted it "dry" "dirty" "olives" etc.? In the end I should have ordered a gin and tonic as the martini was not that good. I do recommend this place, however, as the food and atmosphere is quite good. I hope they succeed.

We came across Underwood's Instagram and knew instantly we had to try dinner there during our…read morerecent trip to Bath. The wait staff was exceptionally friendly and accommodating. Our dinner was spectacular.

Loved our Sunday lunch here. I'm pescatarian and it can be quite difficult to find a roast dinner…read morethat feels as satisfying as my meat-eating counterparts. However, I felt completely included here. While I'm not a huge fan of pasty with a roast, the filling in the veggie main was very good and it was complimented with elevated side dishes and a rich gravy. The setting of the pub itself is also very nice and would be great to sit out by the river on a nice day.

I have mixed feelings about this place. Definitely off the beaten path like others have said. Great…read moreatmosphere, but had a few issues including getting a good table even though I had a reservation because everything was allegedly reserved but the place was basically Empty. They finally moved me to a better table when people did not show but it seemed odd. The Serivce is friendly but extremely slow with servers hardly ever checking in on you. I ordered soup as a starter which took at least 40 mins to arrive, and a pasta dish that didn't show until over an hour later. I felt older by the minute. Not sure it's worth the trip this far out.

Service and food was the best we have had so far in our tip to the UK. Spaghetti and meatballs…read moredelicious, home made bread delicious, tiramisu delicious, BUT the Panna cotta was AMAZING! Support this local business.

(3.5 stars) Hard for me to come to an Italian restaurant and not get a pasta dish, especially one…read morewith mushrooms. Dish was really nice, a little heavy handed on the oil, but I enjoyed every bite. The pesto pizza was also quite nice, though not as pesto heavy I was imagining, really more of a topping then a base. Not the most spectacular Italian food I've had but food I'd happily have again. But there was also an olive pit in my salad that nearly chipped a tooth which was not so enjoyable.

I've been here several times and I have never been disappointed. I am Lithuanian by heritage, not…read morePolish, but many of the dishes on the menu remind me of my childhood in Toronto growing up in the Polish/Eastern European enclave. I am a slave to pierogies and cannot get enough of them. When I first went to Stacja there was only the shop couple doors down from Stacja that had any sort of Eastern European food. Luckily there has been more shops opening up, but Stacja is still the place to go if you want it cooked right. The ambiance of the restaurant is fairly generic, rather frugal looking, but the food is cooked simply and well. The wait staff are Polish as are the cooking staff, and it reminds me of the food I ate when visiting the Suwalki region of Poland back in the 1988. The cocktails are wunderbar as well. Took some friends here and they couldn't get enough of the Tequila Sunrises. Nor of the fact that there is a pool table in the middle of the restaurant. So whilst digesting all the scrummy food you can hit a few balls. I would recommend this place. The sausages, pierogies, soups, breads, salads, and saurkraut are out of this world.

Good honest food. Cool ambience. Nice people. Server was very nice. If you're visiting Bristol,…read morerecommend stopping in for at least a drink. Th food is very good.

This was my first visit to the Grain Barge but I was very disappointed. Yes, the setting is lovely…read more However, the food was awful. Perhaps we were just unlucky with what we ordered, which was farmhouse pie, mash and vegetables, but the mash and gravy were so salty that it made the meal nearly inedible and the pie crust was rock hard. Sadly, I won't be going back.

Great ambiance, casual yet a place for a nice dinner and/or date... had a wonderful server at our…read moretable.. lovely young lady from France... was there in time for the prix fixed dinner... great appetizers, main course (mussels) and dessert... nothing disappointing whatsoever.. but a lovely dinner in Bristol. Use their website to make a reservation as they are not in OpenTable.

If you stay or live in Bristol long enough you're bound to do something on a boat. You may not even…read morelike boats. I'm sorry dear reader, but it's inevitable. Among the floating delights you have in store are drinking cider at The Apple, dancing at Thekla and eating at Glass Boat. This small but elegant restaurant has beautiful views of the Welsh Back which are evening more stunning in the evening. Perfect for romantic meals or special occasions this restaurant will not disappoint. An evening at the floating restaurant doesn't come cheap, but it's certainly worth the hefty price tag. The food, the service and the views are some of the best you'll find in Bristol. A unique and unforgettable dining experience.

Beautiful grounds, lovely owners and wonderful menu. What a find, cosy in Winter but lovely to sit…read moreon the patio with a Pimms in Summer. Will definately be returning!.

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!