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?

A wonderful inventive menu. Small intimate space and knowledgeable waitstaff. Loved it! Highly…read morerecommend.

Walking in here was an absolute delight! It was right around the corner from our accommodation in…read moreBath and they were very hospitable on my walk-in, despite my lacking a reservation or any plan on what I wanted to try. They set me up with a tasting of various English wines and I was pleasantly surprised! The staff was quite knowledgeable about local wines and expanded my horizons on English winemaking! Nice crowd here too. A day later I returned with my wife just around their closing time and while they had indeed closed up for the night - the staff was having their end-of-week toasts - they STILL very hospitable allowed us to sit and enjoy a glass or 2, rather than simply asking us to leave. The place is a gem and I hope to be back!!

I've had this place on a list of restaurants to try in Bath for months and it was sooo good! We…read morewent for lunch which is burger time at Underwood. I had the Amsterdam which was a vegan burger made with a hemp patty and vegan cheese which was delicious. My friend had the Rome burger which was a beef patty topped with sun-dried tomato, pancetta and white sauce and also amazing. We also had a side of sweet potato fries which were well seasoned and delicious We will definitely be back to try the other burger varieties.

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.

Excellent meal and service. Convenient location, nice atmosphere, food was great. Actually was some…read moreof the best Italian food I've had anywhere, not just in the UK.

The one restaurant that I made reservations for in advance before traveling to Bath. Im glad that I…read moredid. Beautiful restaurant, great ambiance, its cozy and intimate. Maybe 17 tables total. Great wine selection. The food was 5 stars! Delicious italian food large portions. Although they have a large wait staff I felt they lacked the small details. Ie: we waited a long time for the check and asked for it once then he forgot and we had to ask for it a 2nd time to someone else, also had to ask a few times for water. Other than that I felt it was 5 stars, great find in Bath.

Call me a fan. We stopped here based on how close it was and the reviews on Yelp. Unfortunately,…read moreYelp doesn't seem to be very popular in Bath so we had very limited info for the entire town. This was an excellent choice. We didn't have a reservation, but were seated right away. They have alternate seating (upstairs and in the back at the bar) if you are waiting and ask, but we were seated directly in front of the fireplace downstairs. The food was REALLY good and the service wasn't your typical Brit "I don't really care if you're here or not, so just try not to bother me" service you find in so many places in England. We shared the little pizza balls and each had a pasta dish. We left full and happy! The prices were very reasonable, especially in a tourist town like Bath, and we would gladly come back if we ever visit Bath (it is our intent to do so!) again.

Excellent all around. Amazing Italian food everything fresh and tasty. The focaccia bread was best…read moreI've had. Also had pasta dish and the Panna cotta was spot on.

I came here twice and had quite different experiences...but in the end this was a nice bar and I'm…read moresure I'd come back next time I come to Bath. The first time, my friend and I popped in during the afternoon to grab a glass of wine, chat and write messages in birthday cards/wrap a birthday present. We sat inside near the bar and were served by a super friendly and helpful waitress, Hannah. Hannah gave us good recommendations, and even brought us a taster while we tried to decide which wine to order. What a star!! The wine glasses here are immense! So we had a lovely time chatting over a HUGE glass the perfect wine. We liked it so much that we brought the rest of our friends back here later in the evening to share a bottle of vino. This time there was no space inside, so we sat outside under the heaters. The service was far less attentive as it is hard to get the servers attention! We had to go inside each time we ordered, although there is meant to be table service. The wine was still lovely though! - Afternoon: 5 stars - Evening: 3 stars - So I can average that out as 4 stars!

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

Located in the centre of Bath, Lounge is a smart cocktail bar full of after work drinkers on a…read moreFriday night. With big comfortable booths to sink into and a wide range of cocktails on offer it's a great place to relax and unwind at the end of the week, or any day come to think of it! The sofas can squeeze plenty of people on so it's a good place to meet new faces too. They also serve food sucha s pizzas and grilled sandwiches which are very good, and therefore it's also a good place to go for lunch as it's usually quite quiet at this time as well., doubles is the usual measures served so be ready when the bill arrives!

Only ever been during the day. Having said that the cappuccino is authentic and it's a good place…read morefor a drink or a spot of lunch. Free wifi is a plus. I imagine it's get busy of a night-time. Staff are very friendly.

Hard to fault. Young and enthusiastic waiters. Good wine list, and the food was wonderful. We…read morewalked in at 6 and by 7 there was not an empty seat. Started with crab timbole, then went to grilled sea bass - both superbly prepared with excellent vegetables on the side. Others in party had roast rack of lamb and sauted chicken, carrot and coriander soup, creme brulee. Definitely would go again.

A very nice evening here, super oysters and lovely to see sea bream on the menu. I was expecting…read moresome specials, of which there weren't any and this left the menu a little on the short side, but more than enough choice. The food was cooked well and the service was efficient and friendly. Wine selection a little pricey but a very nice place for a romantic dinner. I'll definitely be back. Also had a jug of Pimms earlier in the year, sitting outside on the terrace in the heat of the day. Very good!

The Circus was not on our radar until we did the Mayor's Tour in Bath. Our guide recommended it and…read moreit was an amazing experience! The service was excellent and the food exceptional. The butternut soup was an autumn treat, the steak was melt in your mouth delicious, and the sauce in the speciality fish was divine! It felt like a very local, relaxing experience and we highly recommend it.

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.

As a tourist I try to avoid chain restaurants, especially all the American ones, since I'm, well,…read morean American! I didn't realize Hall & Woodhouse was a British chain restaurant until it was too late...but no problem! Staff was friendly enough for a pub, the modern yet retro ambience was clean, colorful, and amusing. £18 Sunday Roast with Roast Beef...pretty good overall! The slices of roast beef were tender, meaty, and tasty, just a bit on the chewier side. British Beef has never been quite as tender as American Beef. The roasted potatoes were wonderfully hot and crispy, and roasted veg just find, as well as the Yorkshire pudding. £17 The H&W Smokie Fish Pie...chunks of smoked white fish, classic béchamel sauce, cheesy crushed new potato top, mixed leaf salad...pretty good overall! £8 Sticky Toffee Pudding...sticky, buttery, gooey, and oh so good! Just as good as the independent pubs and restaurants!

I always find myself at Hall & Woodhouse when I'm in Bath. It's hard not to: the location in city…read morecentre is great, the interior is super spacious and offers a variety of seating options (I've never had a problem finding getting a spot for a midday, midweek pint and order of chips), the decor is charming (think: treehouse, traditional old English pub, and antiques store vibes), and the rooftop bar on a sunny day can't be missed (and, I'm pretty sure it's open all day). My exchange with the staff recently has been super limited: I walk in, ask if I can go to the rooftop, they tell me I have to order at the bar, I ask for G&T (single, sometimes a double), they hand me a balloon glass with the gin in it and a mini bottle of tonic, I make my own way to the rooftop, I enjoy my drink for as long as I like. I like this transaction. The rooftop bar though? IT NEEDS SOME LOVE. There's seagull poop everywhere, the tables themselves are always dirty with trash, there's a layer of grime on absolutely everything, I'm not sure where all the greenery/plants have gone to (probably booted to make more space for chairs)... it's just super rundown, which is such a shock when you see how nice the restaurant itself is. There's a real "Instagram Vs Reality" thing happening here when you see photos on their website than experience it yourself. Other things to note: 1. H&W doesn't take bookings for the rooftop, it's walk-ins only! 2. They are a dog friendly restaurant! 3. It seems they've recently leaned into offering more gluten-free options! 4. Some vegan options available: sweet potato falafel, a cauliflower salad, a curry, a burger.