Sally Lunn's Historic Eating House Photos
Recommended Reviews - Sally Lunn's Historic Eating House
Start your review...
Reviews With Photos
When in Rome, or in this case, Bath, do as the locals would - get a Bath Bun for breakfast or lunch! Our time in Bath was pretty short, unfortunately, but we made it a point to stop by Sally's during our time there. Since we had gone early around when they opened, it wasn't very crowded but a few others were also dining in. It's a very homey restaurant so we were excited for this experience. I decided to stay with a non-heavy choice and selected the regular Bath bun with butter and jam. My husband selected the roasted vegetable Bath bun which came topped with onions, squash, eggplant, tomatoes, and peppers. I am a fan of bread, in general, so I of course enjoyed the bun. My husband's dish was a surprise, better than expected, with lots of flavor. It was a decent portion size too! Our server came by shortly after we were seated and grabbed our order soon after that. They have a museum too which we unfortunately didn't have time to visit, but overall, a very enjoyable breakfast for us!
Look. You have to do it. It's history! I'm glad I went. I feel like Americans may want a caveat that a bun is not like a hot cross bun or a sweet bun. It's like a hamburger bun basically, but very soft. Mild flavor that can be served sweet or savory. I got Welsh rarebit which i LOVE and it was tasty. Tea was great as well. I wished there was a way to try both sweet and savory (like a half and half dish). I have no complaints about the service. It was fine. Costs were fine. I went first thing and didn't wait at all. I did buy one to bring back for a friend. All in all I think id plan it for a snack or tea, not a full meal, since there were no meaty options (i did add bacon).
Visiting the Bath, in the UK, I was looking for a proper cream tea after a day of shopping and sightseeing. We decided to visit Sally Lunn, one of the oldest locations and bakery in Bath. Charm was everywhere and the service was amazing. The tea and treats were delicious and we left very few crumbs behind. I highly recommend this place for an exceptional dining experience!
Come here for a taste of history. Sally Lunn's Historic Eating House is an essential stop for anyone visiting Bath, England. Tucked into one of the city's oldest buildings, this charming spot is home to the famous Sally Lunn bun--a must-try treat that's as iconic to Bath as the Roman Baths themselves. Legend has it that a young French woman arrived in Bath in the late 17th century seeking a better life. She brought with her a recipe for buns she called soleil et lune (sun and moon), named for their golden, toasted tops. As the story goes, her cries of "soleil et lune à vendre!" (sun and moon for sale!) were misunderstood by the locals as "Sally Lunn," giving the buns--and the establishment--their name. While this delightful tale isn't officially documented, it certainly adds to the charm of the experience. The buns themselves are as versatile as they are delicious, available in both savory and sweet variations. Whether you're tucking into a hearty meal in the cozy dining room or grabbing a bun to-go in one of their adorable takeaway boxes, Sally Lunn's delivers on both flavor and atmosphere. The service is warm and attentive, making you feel like a part of the shop's long-standing history. Walking through the doors feels like stepping back in time, and it's easy to imagine these buns fueling the townsfolk for generations. Whether you're a history buff or just a lover of good food, a visit to Sally Lunn's is a treat for all the senses.
The bunns are made from a secret recipe handed down with the deed to the house, so they have a lot of history behind them. They can be topped with sweet or savory and you can get a pot of tea with the Sally Hunn mix of teas and it comes with milk of you want to add it to your tea. The standard pot will give you 2 full to brim cups of tea and about 1/3 leftover. The bunns are huge and when they mean half they mean top or bottom. It's at least 6 in diameter. If you get two orders, try one top and one bottom and share, however, I think that one order is probably good fit most couples. It's a great deal for afternoon and a snack for under £12. The house is old but adorable. The floors are uneven because of that, so just pay attention. The service was ridiculously slow both in taking the order and receiving the bill. There used to be a museum in the basement where originally use to make the bunns a very long time ago. It is worth to go check out. There used to be a small shop there too.
Loved visiting this historic eatery in Bath. We were seated on an upper floor, which was furnished in a very homey style which was perfect for a chilly and rainy February day. My daughter and I ordered two of the famous Bath buns - one with lemon curd and one with chocolate. Both were so light and so fresh, and the topings complimented the bread beautifully. We did have to wait in line to get in, but it moved along pretty quickly and the experience was worth the wait. After eating, I visited the small museum to learn the history of how the buns were originally prepared. This was a lovely stop during our visit to Bath
Couldn't visit the UK and not stop somewhere for tea and buns... we were on a tour and our guide recommended Sally Lunn's. They were fast and efficient in serving our table, and very kind. The house tea was amazing with a hint of peach, the buns...OMG...mouth watering, soft and delicious. One was covered with cinnamon butter and served with clotted cream, and the other was buttered with some put it on yourself caramel spread. They are absolutely delicious and now I know why our guide raved about them. This place has the whole tea time experience. It's a quaint little shop with some great options on their menu. If you ever visit Bath, I recommend you try Sally Lunn's. You won't be disappointed.
This place was quite cozy. I believe I came at the perfect time because there was no line and I got a seat within five minutes of arriving. I was told to come here and have the bun with cinnamon butter which was delicious. But what I really wanted was something I normally don't get and that's French toast. So I had their bun a la French toast style. The bacon was crispy the syrup was delicious too period they have an upstairs seating which is great for the overflow. My only negative is that either get there early or be prepared to wait or come back for dinner. There is a museum downstairs that you have to take a very narrow spiral staircase to get to. Be careful. It's a little muggy or down stairs but that's where they're sell their buns and scones to go. Also a couple other branded gift items. I definitely got a tea towel. I wanted to go back the next day but the line was too long way too many tours. I was bummed I didn't get a chance to try another dish there.
tldr: Worth waiting for a table! The buns are delectable! If you're in Bath, you must stop by Sally Lunn's! Not only is this place one of the oldest houses in Bath, but it is also renowned for its 'special' bun - it has a secret recipe, but don't worry if you have food allergies because the staff makes note of what the bun does and does not include. The house itself is very cozy and quaint, and its charm adds a layer of comfort to the dining experience. We stopped by during a weekday around noon and had to wait around 15 minutes for a table. Trust me, though, it's worth it. The daytime menu is quite extensive, offering a variety of savory and sweet buns. We split the smoked salmon and cinnamon butter buns. The salmon on the former was fresh and the cream cheese spread on that bun made for a deliciously savory combo; and the cinnamon butter on the latter offered a nice, not overly sweet contrast. The bun itself is slightly crispy, flaky and light.
It's said to be a must-visit historical landmark in Bath. I was here on a Friday night, cold and hungry after much walking in the afternoon. Nothing much was open in the town center other than fast food so I decided to go for the set menu here, majorly because it comes with the soup (although I know it wasn't the selling point). I was quite satisfied when they served the pumpkin soup and the rose on the table. The best is yet to come and the beef trencher did not disappoint. As advertised, the bun was awesome, and imagine it soaking the beef juice !! For 25 pounds, it was totally worth it.
Sally Lunn's Historic Eating House is located in the oldest house in Bath and is known for its Sally Lunn Bunn, a light airy bread with a neutral flavor. From the menu, I ordered the Welsh Rarebit Special, in which a half bun was topped with a savory, umami cheese sauce (which was toasted/caramelized on top), along with smoked bacon and buttered mushrooms. I also tried the Salt Beef, cured meat slices served with honey mustard, and both selections went nicely on the soft, slightly crusty bunns. The downstairs basement features a small shop and museum about Sally Lunn's house and bakery, which were worth a quick stop but which, like the food, were nothing spectacular.
3 months ago
A cute restaurant! However, the buns though pretty solid are massively overpriced. I got the Welsh Rarebit Special. It was tasty but not a lot of food for £14. I also got the dessert bun for £6.2 with marmalade. I think the buns work a lot better for sweet than they do savory. The line to enter was pretty long, but it moved quickly. Overall, I would say this is a fun tourist spot! But not so much for a nice meal read more
1 month ago
We purchased two buns to go--chocolate and lemon. They were delicious--everything we heard they'd be. When you're visiting this adorable town, be sure to stop by for a meal or grab some buns to go like we did. You won't be disappointed! read more
We got a bun with lemon curd to takeaway and eat at the hotel. The little museum in the basement was very small, but you had to go down to order the bun, so take a peek. The bun was still warm by the time we go back. It was very good and the curd was not overly sweet. Glad to have tried it. read more
When in Rome, or in this case, Bath, do as the locals would - get a Bath Bun for breakfast or lunch! Our time in Bath was pretty short, unfortunately, but we made it a point to stop by Sally's during our time there. Since we had gone early around when they opened, it wasn't very crowded but a few others were also dining in. It's a very homey restaurant so we were excited for this experience. I decided to stay with a non-heavy choice and selected the regular Bath bun with butter and jam. My husband selected the roasted vegetable Bath bun which came topped with onions, squash, eggplant, tomatoes, and peppers. I am a fan of bread, in general, so I of course enjoyed the bun. My husband's dish was a surprise, better than expected, with lots of flavor. It was a decent portion size too! Our server came by shortly after we were seated and grabbed our order soon after that. They have a museum too which we unfortunately didn't have time to visit, but overall, a very enjoyable breakfast for us! read more
1 year ago
Look. You have to do it. It's history! I'm glad I went. I feel like Americans may want a caveat that a bun is not like a hot cross bun or a sweet bun. It's like a hamburger bun basically, but very soft. Mild flavor that can be served sweet or savory. I got Welsh rarebit which i LOVE and it was tasty. Tea was great as well. I wished there was a way to try both sweet and savory (like a half and half dish). I have no complaints about the service. It was fine. Costs were fine. I went first thing and didn't wait at all. I did buy one to bring back for a friend. All in all I think id plan it for a snack or tea, not a full meal, since there were no meaty options (i did add bacon). read more
We came at the perfect time! We were seated right away. The seating is a bit tight but it works. Ordered the lemon curd bun which was delicious! The house tea was also quite good! I would come back and try other things they offer since there were also savory buns! read more
20 days ago
1 year ago
Visiting the Bath, in the UK, I was looking for a proper cream tea after a day of shopping and sightseeing. We decided to visit Sally Lunn, one of the oldest locations and bakery in Bath. Charm was everywhere and the service was amazing. The tea and treats were delicious and we left very few crumbs behind. I highly recommend this place for an exceptional dining experience! read more
Come here for a taste of history. Sally Lunn's Historic Eating House is an essential stop for anyone visiting Bath, England. Tucked into one of the city's oldest buildings, this charming spot is home to the famous Sally Lunn bun--a must-try treat that's as iconic to Bath as the Roman Baths themselves. Legend has it that a young French woman arrived in Bath in the late 17th century seeking a better life. She brought with her a recipe for buns she called soleil et lune (sun and moon), named for their golden, toasted tops. As the story goes, her cries of "soleil et lune à vendre!" (sun and moon for sale!) were misunderstood by the locals as "Sally Lunn," giving the buns--and the establishment--their name. While this delightful tale isn't officially documented, it certainly adds to the charm of the experience. The buns themselves are as versatile as they are delicious, available in both savory and sweet variations. Whether you're tucking into a hearty meal in the cozy dining room or grabbing a bun to-go in one of their adorable takeaway boxes, Sally Lunn's delivers on both flavor and atmosphere. The service is warm and attentive, making you feel like a part of the shop's long-standing history. Walking through the doors feels like stepping back in time, and it's easy to imagine these buns fueling the townsfolk for generations. Whether you're a history buff or just a lover of good food, a visit to Sally Lunn's is a treat for all the senses. read more
The bunns are made from a secret recipe handed down with the deed to the house, so they have a lot of history behind them. They can be topped with sweet or savory and you can get a pot of tea with the Sally Hunn mix of teas and it comes with milk of you want to add it to your tea. The standard pot will give you 2 full to brim cups of tea and about 1/3 leftover. The bunns are huge and when they mean half they mean top or bottom. It's at least 6 in diameter. If you get two orders, try one top and one bottom and share, however, I think that one order is probably good fit most couples. It's a great deal for afternoon and a snack for under £12. The house is old but adorable. The floors are uneven because of that, so just pay attention. The service was ridiculously slow both in taking the order and receiving the bill. There used to be a museum in the basement where originally use to make the bunns a very long time ago. It is worth to go check out. There used to be a small shop there too. read more
Loved visiting this historic eatery in Bath. We were seated on an upper floor, which was furnished in a very homey style which was perfect for a chilly and rainy February day. My daughter and I ordered two of the famous Bath buns - one with lemon curd and one with chocolate. Both were so light and so fresh, and the topings complimented the bread beautifully. We did have to wait in line to get in, but it moved along pretty quickly and the experience was worth the wait. After eating, I visited the small museum to learn the history of how the buns were originally prepared. This was a lovely stop during our visit to Bath read more
7 months ago
1 year ago
Couldn't visit the UK and not stop somewhere for tea and buns... we were on a tour and our guide recommended Sally Lunn's. They were fast and efficient in serving our table, and very kind. The house tea was amazing with a hint of peach, the buns...OMG...mouth watering, soft and delicious. One was covered with cinnamon butter and served with clotted cream, and the other was buttered with some put it on yourself caramel spread. They are absolutely delicious and now I know why our guide raved about them. This place has the whole tea time experience. It's a quaint little shop with some great options on their menu. If you ever visit Bath, I recommend you try Sally Lunn's. You won't be disappointed. read more
This place was quite cozy. I believe I came at the perfect time because there was no line and I got a seat within five minutes of arriving. I was told to come here and have the bun with cinnamon butter which was delicious. But what I really wanted was something I normally don't get and that's French toast. So I had their bun a la French toast style. The bacon was crispy the syrup was delicious too period they have an upstairs seating which is great for the overflow. My only negative is that either get there early or be prepared to wait or come back for dinner. There is a museum downstairs that you have to take a very narrow spiral staircase to get to. Be careful. It's a little muggy or down stairs but that's where they're sell their buns and scones to go. Also a couple other branded gift items. I definitely got a tea towel. I wanted to go back the next day but the line was too long way too many tours. I was bummed I didn't get a chance to try another dish there. read more
tldr: Worth waiting for a table! The buns are delectable! If you're in Bath, you must stop by Sally Lunn's! Not only is this place one of the oldest houses in Bath, but it is also renowned for its 'special' bun - it has a secret recipe, but don't worry if you have food allergies because the staff makes note of what the bun does and does not include. The house itself is very cozy and quaint, and its charm adds a layer of comfort to the dining experience. We stopped by during a weekday around noon and had to wait around 15 minutes for a table. Trust me, though, it's worth it. The daytime menu is quite extensive, offering a variety of savory and sweet buns. We split the smoked salmon and cinnamon butter buns. The salmon on the former was fresh and the cream cheese spread on that bun made for a deliciously savory combo; and the cinnamon butter on the latter offered a nice, not overly sweet contrast. The bun itself is slightly crispy, flaky and light. read more
It's said to be a must-visit historical landmark in Bath. I was here on a Friday night, cold and hungry after much walking in the afternoon. Nothing much was open in the town center other than fast food so I decided to go for the set menu here, majorly because it comes with the soup (although I know it wasn't the selling point). I was quite satisfied when they served the pumpkin soup and the rose on the table. The best is yet to come and the beef trencher did not disappoint. As advertised, the bun was awesome, and imagine it soaking the beef juice !! For 25 pounds, it was totally worth it. read more
Sally Lunn's Historic Eating House is located in the oldest house in Bath and is known for its Sally Lunn Bunn, a light airy bread with a neutral flavor. From the menu, I ordered the Welsh Rarebit Special, in which a half bun was topped with a savory, umami cheese sauce (which was toasted/caramelized on top), along with smoked bacon and buttered mushrooms. I also tried the Salt Beef, cured meat slices served with honey mustard, and both selections went nicely on the soft, slightly crusty bunns. The downstairs basement features a small shop and museum about Sally Lunn's house and bakery, which were worth a quick stop but which, like the food, were nothing spectacular. read more
2 years ago
We had to stop by the oldest building in Bath that is known for their Bath buns. The cafe had a long query that extended into the building. The building had a nice classic charm and old furniture. The service was quick despite a very busy place. The tea and buns were really nice. We opted for the sweet buns and I got one with cinnamon and butter. Sooo good. Cannot recommend more. read more
Business owner information
Jennifer B.
Dear Michael,…
1 year ago
It's something you have to do but I think maybe next time I would have gotten something else other than just the jam and cream bun. read more
A very busy restaurant right from opening. Great service from all of the staff. We had the English breakfast, french toast, and shared a bun with jam and clotted cream. I highly recommend the bun with jam and clotted cream, which is quite filling on its own! read more
1 year ago
2 years ago
I had the cinnamon butter bunn with the Sally Lunn tea! Everything was amazing! And it's so cool to learn the history here! read more
This restaurant in the city of Bath is a famous tea and eating house located in a historic building. It's situated in one of the oldest houses, if not, the oldest house in Bath and their kitchen museum is believed to originally have been the bakery of Sally Lunn, who created the original Bath Bun which is now a famous regional specialty and known the world over. This Bath delicacy should not be confused with the "Bath Bun" which are smaller and sweeter than Sally Lunn Buns and have a lump of sugar baked into the bottom. Sally Lunn Buns are much larger and are part bun, part bread, part cake. A big, generous, but very light bun. A little like brioche/French festival bread, so not really a bun, but traditionally it is a bun. We happened to pass by late in the afternoon and on a whim, I asked if they had a table available since I read they were very popular and very busy. To my surprise, they did! We had just eaten, but I wasn't going to miss my chance to try a Sally Lunn Bun. They have tables on three floors and their all day menu is available 10am to 6pm; no reservations required. We were seated in 5 minutes and given menus. They have a pretty big menu filled with sweet and savory choices, teas, drinks, and more! Do make note that they serve *half a bun* unless otherwise stated. You might get a top or a bottom. They tend to use tops for sweet buns and bottoms for the savoury. The buns are BIG. Generally, a half bun should be enough. I opted for the sweet Sally Lunn Bun with milk jam (dulce de leche) and my family opted for the salt beef and open club savoury toasts and the popular Sally Lunn Blend Tea. One bite into my bun and I was in heaven. WOAH! How can a bun be so dang tasty?! I was shocked at just how much I loved my bun. Everything about it from the milk jam topping to the perfectly toasted bread was just aaaahmazing. I wish I got the FULL bun and wish I knew earlier that you could get their buns to-go in their museum shop below (it had just closed when we got there). I also tried my husband's tea and although I am not a big fan of tea, I found the Sally Lunn tea to be delicious. Like their description, the flavour has depth without being too strong. Overall, I was over the moon with joy. It was so good and I would highly highly recommend a stop here. Looking around at all the decor and just being in such a historical spot, I loved it all. I don't know if I will ever visit Bath again, but I will be dreaming about this for a long time! read more
I really don't understand the hype around these buns. I love bread but found the buns to be bland and a bit dry. The toppings are definitely needed but for almost 6 quid for half a bun with some spread, it's a bit steep for me. The museum is quite small, I wouldn't go out of my way to come here but it's a cool spot if you want to have a drink and bite to eat in a historical house. The cinnamon butter and Dulce de leche spreads are quite good though! read more
4 years ago
Sally Lunn's is the oldest building in Bath so decided to come to see what the hype was all about. Apparently, the Sally Lunn Bunn came from here although I have not heard it before. Came on a weekend afternoon and had to wait around 15-20 minutes before we got seated. - Cinnamon Butter Sally Lunn Bunn - The Bunn is essentially this pastry dough type of texture, nothing super special to it. I was, however, more of a fan of the cinnamon butter on top which they should definitely bottle and sell. It was a little bit too sweet though, and oily, so definitely need to drink some tea with this. - Traditional Somerset Apple Cake - Surprisingly I did like this apple cake more than the Bunn itself. It was quite small but it packed a lot of flavors and it was quite moist which I appreciated. I only wish there were apple chunks inside. - Sally Lunn Blend Tea - Very basic tea. The bitterness of the tea, I don't know why they didn't give us sugar, contrasted the sweet desserts very nicely. - Jane Austen Blend - Very basic coffees like the ones you would get in a hotel room. Like the tea, the bitterness did help contrast the sweetness of the desserts. Very okay experience, but +1 for the cute decorations inside. Wished the museum was open so we can check that out as well, but I think they close it after around 4pm as a note. read more
3 years ago
This is a cool spot, partly because it is the oldest place in Bath, but also because the bun concept and menu that revolves around that. While on a whirlwind bus tour with a stop in Bath I decided to come here for a traditional cream tea but subbed with the Sally Lunn bun and it was a perfect afternoon snack. The Sally Lunn blend of tea was delicious if you are a fan of black tea and the bun itself served as a nice vessel to enjoy the clotted cream and jam. The bun is sort of like an english muffin, sort of like a bread...it is an odd form but really quite nice. Something you should experience! They have lots of seating so that wasn't an issue. read more
1 year ago
2 years ago
A must try in Bath. These buns are like no other. Light fluffy and just perfectly toasted. I tried mine with strawberry jam and clotted cream. So tasty. read more
4 years ago
Came here around 3pm, and there wasn't a line (just a short wait to be seated). I wanted to try the famous bun, so I got one as a snack. I was worried the bun would be small since the description states the buns are served as a half bun, but the bun was super large. It was soft and lightly buttered, but was on the plain side for me. I got the ham and piccalilly as the topping. The topping to bread ratio was off (definitely needed more ham/piccalilly). Flavor wasn't as bold as I would like. Service was quick read more
3 years ago
The food was not tasty at all. Especially the salmon, it was so bland. The bread was the standard soft bread that you would get from any grocery store. However, this must be what authentic English food should taste like. It wouldn't be authentic if it were tasty. Therefore I give it 5 stars. read more
Tried the food at the oldest place in bath. With its extraordinary recipe in the old days, the food was tremendously amazing in my opinion. I am not so sure how they made it, but they were amazing and pretty cheap too in my opinion and very fulfilling. Therefore, this is a very to go list if you ever come to bath! Recommended and would come back again. Do not forget to take the bun for the takeaway! Adding more about its takeaway bread and it is still good fresh with no preservatives. Cheers to more good bread! read more
Sometimes classics keep going for decades for a reason, and then there's Sally Lunns, still going strong since 1680?!?!! Yes, there's a reason. The"bunn" is a big round white bread toasted roll thing, that's a perfect host for the yummy food on top. Check out the pics,every one was great... read more
2 years ago
So thankful for Yelp and other media sources to find this lovely historical restaurant. Just off the high road this wonderful house awaits you. Do not be scared off by the lines for dining as it appears to be short Inside several tables are situated in this historical house in what I imagined was the lounge area. Downstairs offers a "museum" where the receipe for their famous sweet and savory buns was found. A small shop is also available to buy teas, coffee, sweet buns and more! A quaint experience well worth another visit read more
Page 1 of 5
More info about Sally Lunn's Historic Eating House
4 North Parade Passage
Bath BA1 1NX
United Kingdom
Directions
01225 461634
Call Now
Visit Website
http://www.sallylunns.co.uk
Hours
Services
Indoor Amenities
Other Amenities
From the Business
Sally Lunn's Historic Eating House Reviews in Other Languages
Review Highlights - Sally Lunn's Historic Eating House
Why does Yelp recommend reviews?
9 reviews that are not currently recommended
The reviews below are not factored into the business's overall star rating.
14 years ago
14 years ago
14 years ago
6 years ago
4 years ago
14 years ago
14 years ago
4 years ago
