Vito Scaduto used to be at The Bath Priory Hotel and Marc Salmon, the chef, has worked at The Royal…read moreCrescent Hotel, The Bath Priory Hotel and the Olive Tree Restaurant in Bath so it's not surprising that between them they have created a lovely warm atmosphere and some really serious and tasty food. The ox cheek tortellini (ox cheek and bone-marrow tortellini, capers, parsley and vanilla oil) was superb perhaps a little more depth of flavour could have been put in to the ox cheek but that's nit picking. The cured salmon (cured salmon with pressed potato and chive, beetroot, watercress and horse-radish salad) was excellent and the horseradish ice fun. The fillet of sea-bream (pan-fried fillet of sea bream, spiced lentils and fennel bhajee) had great flavour and balance and the risotto of peas and broad-beans (risotto of peas, broad-beans and marjoram, poached quail eggs) was a wonderful whirl of taste. The hazelnut and caramel choc-ice (hazelnut and caramel choc-ice, orange syrup) was extremely tasty indeed aided by the salt crystals in the chocolate. With a bottle of Cloudy Bay Chardonnay (£32.00) plus water and drinks to start and with three courses at £29.50 it was about £110 for 2. Not bad value at all considering the quality of the food.

Inventive menu, beautiful old building, great wine list - and friendly, very professional serviceread more

We stopped here on a whim when we were on the way to London one evening. I'm so glad we did…read more The menu offers so many things but most importantly they were extremely celiac knowledgeable and almost everything could be made (or naturally was made) as gluten free! I have celiac disease so this is super exciting. We started out with the wings & calamari and then we picked one of the "mate" meals that was delicious steak, chips, & a desert. The waitress was also super kind & they had a singer their preforming live music. The music was very chill & nice to listen to while still enjoying conversation. I highly suggest this place!

The food here is simply fantastic! The menu is varied with a comfort food section which is…read moreslightly cheaper but very nice! There is a good selection of ales at the bar and it is a very nice atmosphere. The only small criticism I have is both times I went I had to wait some time for some of the courses, although it was very busy I got the impression that they were struggling to cope with the amount of staff. The staff were very friendly though and the food has to be tried. Very, very good.

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.

We stopped in for a late lunch on a rainy day. Server was super nice. Food was good and the abiance…read morewas comfortable.

We stopped in here for dinner but we were in an incredible hurry. We explained that to the lady…read morethat seated us and we were attended to immediately by our waitress. We both ordered the Grilled Chicken Club Sandwich with Sweet Potato Fries. The club consisted of grilled chicken, avocado, carrot, beetroot, mixed leaves & salsa verde mayo all on a ciabatta. I found this sandwich to be a tad messy to eat as I kept losing stuff out the backside of my ciabatta but that also could have been because I was in such a hurry. Either way, the sandwich was absolutely fabulous and I would definitely recommend it. While in England, I only had the opportunity to eat twice at Giraffe but both dishes I had in both restaurants we went to were fantastic. I like this chain and the service we received at this location was second to none. They got us in and out in record time and I wasn't late for my evening event. Thank you!

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.

Our favorite dining experience in England. We very much enjoyed their steaks, as well as the…read moreGazpacho and fish appetizer. Elizabeth was so attentive and gracious in explaining all the dishes for our table. The wines were delightful and paired well with our meal. Decor was pleasing to the eyes.

We came here and the restaurant id beautiful, no matter where you sit it's gorgeous…read more They were very accommodating and sat us early. They have a nice menu- a few random things but those random things are incredible. The fried beef bao bun was AMAZING and I'd go back for 100 of those alone. The roast however was beyond disappointing. Tough bland and frankly gross. Would not recommend- it seems that was the common consensus by fellow diners sitting near us. I'll definitely be back for the buns.

Very nice homey atmosphere, typical of the area, the food was spot on for what one would expect…read morefrom British food. I had the beef pie which was very tasty, accompanied with mashed potatoes and a sautéed char greens and a side salad. For desert I had to have the warm toffee pudding with vanilla ice cream....delicious. This place is well worth exploring.

Friendly spot with nice atmosphere. I would go back…read more I had booked a table for 7:30 p.m., but arrived in Bath much sooner than expected. I wanted to have an early dinner, so called to see if moving the reservation was possible. The response was friendly and accommodating. Upon arrival we were shown to a table and brought a bottle of tap water and menus. From there, service was friendly and prompt, but not rushed. My husband had cod fish and chips and I had crispy cod tacos. The filling on my tacos was delicious. The shells had that tough texture that signaled they needed to be warmed up more. The crisp on the fish and chips was good, but the fish may have needed just a tad longer. We had ice cream for dessert. We also had wine with dinner and after-dinner drinks. The prices were reasonable for what we got. Overall, the taco shells were the only big miss. We would definitely return to Marlborough Tavern.

Loved this place! Such a cool vibe inside and fun outdoor patio seating. I got the signature burger…read morewith truffle fries! Also got a cider and it was amazing. Good accommodations for large groups! Service was good and food came out quick.

I was hungry for a healthy lunch and came upon this place offering a prix fix 2 or 3 course meal…read morefor lunch. The options are fantastic so you can cater to what you're hankering for. I started with the watermelon, feta and fennel salad (great for a warm day) and had the fillet of sea beam, which was on this delicious tomato, chorizo sauce. I ordered a side of fries to round out the meal. Also treated myself to a large bottle of sparkling water as it was a warm day. It was a little on the pricey side (~45GBP) but worth it for a lovely meal. The service is friendly and non intrusive. The cafe is rustic and welcoming.

Absolutely delicious food here. I am a hardened crusty somewhat sardonic old Californian. I rarely…read moregive a business a 5 star Yelp rating. Well, the dinner tonight turned me into a romantic gushing girl who experienced delight with the meal here. Bambie, the wife, and I ordered the 3 course prix fixe meals. There are several choices on that menu. We're dining here on a Monday evening. Normally one does not expect the 'A' team to be on duty. But, my god, the meal I just ate was one of the best I've been fortunate to consume in ages. Quick details: Gazpacho, fresh as a summer garden. Spring pea pate delightfully minty and wonderfully rich. Onglet steak as good or better than any I've eaten anywhere in France. Perfectly sautéed sea bream fillet tasted like it was fished from the sea this morning. Pomme frites, creamy and crisp. Panna cotta and espresso that would make an Italian swoon with pleasure. Hey wait, I'm Italian - yes, I swooned. Top drawer on every aspect. Here's the kicker. The 3 course prix fixe dinner costs £18!!!! Wine by the glass is the good stuff. Certainly better than any and all that I've had in the past fortnight while driving around the UK, eating in both very good to mediocre restaurants. 250ml glasses priced from £5.50 to £ 8.25. Okay, I sense that you are skeptical.. "Not possible, truly well made delicious meal from organic sources in Bath, England at bargain basement prices?" Yep, miracles sometimes happen. Experiences like this make me release my customary cynicism for a while. Tonight, I'm so glad that it happened. Wish that it would occur more often. Table service: friendly, humanly authentic, efficient. Dining room ambiance: euro cafe. Casual, nicely decorated. Perfect for a family dinner or a romantic date. I LOVE THIS BISTRO. I hope to remember the pleasure it brought me tonight for the remainder of my life. Note: As of this date I have written over 1720 Yelp reviews since 2006. It is probably the most florid and ridiculous. And it is 100% sincere. If you are within 100 miles of Bath England, make an effort to eat dinner here. 48 hour advance reservations mandatory.