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!

Very old pub! It was a hot day on June 19, 2025. Phew! 85ºF, 29.4 ºC. Being from NJ, USA, I should…read morebe used to that, but no! The sun was brutal, with not a cloud in the sky. No wind either. I needed a rest and some air conditioning, but I've found out that AC is a rarity in the UK. My friend and I were hungry, hot, and tired, and we stopped into The West Gate. I loved how old it was! There was barely anyone in there by the time we arrived. It was 3 PM. The bar area is the first thing you see, but I asked where the coolest place to sit was. The bartender told us to go to the back room, where it was reasonably comfortable with ceiling fans. If we wanted to order, we had to order at the bar. I guess that was because it was between lunch and dinner. No biggie. The food was good, and the beer was great. I wanted something cold and dry. I was recommended a Japanese beer called Asahi. Wow! So good for a hot day!!! I have to find this in the US. I ordered the Cod Goujon Sandwich. Very crispy, and it came with some chips/fries, and onion rings. I thought I saw a group of women at another table order steak fries/chips, but I must have been mistaken. I so wanted steak fries! Mine were skinny. In hindsight, I should have just gotten the fish & chips because the bun was a bit much. Basically, the same meal but without the bun. I had to ask for extra tartar sauce because the sandwich was too dry without the amount they put on. Overall, I loved this place. Quirky, old, and the bathrooms are a must-see, with the old pipes and faucets. I asked the bartender how old the building was, but he had no clue.

Europe 2023 - Bath The inside of this Pub goes way back and…read morehas upstairs too. We stayed for dinner and a couple of pints. The food was good, I had the Steak Pie and BBQ Chicken along with a couple of pints. We ate while enjoying an evening game. The pub filled up with all ages of locals enjoying a great time.

Visiting Bath for a couple days and stepped in here for a pint to cap the day of sightseeing. Local…read morefolk were welcoming, and we had an interesting chat. I'm thankful for this Yelp app and our reviews which is very helpful in finding great spots we might miss otherwise.

The bartender was really nice-she chatted a bit about the area and responded to my request for a…read morelocal beer.

This is a sweet and tiny pub located in one of the small streets in Bath center. It is supposedly…read morethe smallest pub in Bath.

I had no idea that this was Bath's smallest pub when I frequented it, but that likely explains why…read moreI chose it. I love small, ambient, out-of-the-way places frequented by locals, and the Coeur De Lion fit the bill perfectly. Although we sat outside in the (unseasonably warm and sunny) April air, with a light breeze gusting through the rather narrow alleyway, my traveling companion and I became absorbed in the delicious flavors of our dishes, our engaging conversation, and the pleasant warmth of a perfect spring afternoon, tuning out the foot traffic (and most of the rest of the world) behind us. The best Shepherd's Pie I had the privilege to enjoy during my stay in the UK, and don't kid yourself, I ate a lot of Shepherd's Pie. Looking a bit like an over-sized, savory cupcake, resting on a nest of mashed potatoes and drizzled in gravy, I couldn't have been more satisfied with its crisp, flaky crust and tender, lean cuts of meat. The Coeur De Lion is small enough that you could blink and miss it, when walking by. Do yourself a favor, and keep your eyes open.

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

The place was busy and the garden area was packed too. That's a good sign! I came to have food…read morebecause I heard good things. I was bummed to learn they'd had a plumbing issue with their boiler and weren't doing food that evening. The menu looked great but I had to enjoy this wi der cider and the ambiance and then find another place grab dinner. Lots of local options and the bartender was very helpful as well. Appreciated all that and enjoyed my time here nonetheless! Haven't come back again for the food...... and another cider pint to be sure.

Lovely back garden when you walk from the depressing street through the dark bar. Flowers in…read moreplanters, tables and chairs, games and puzzles. Inviting and welcome. Neutral food, small portions, uninspired menu. No one was really eating at 6 pm on a sunny Friday....

This place had one of my favorite meals during our two week vacation in England. It's a decent…read moresized pub with a couple floors, though it can get pretty full. Overall nice ambiance. Service is quick and friendly. I really enjoyed my raven ale pie with the raven ale gravey and extra veggies. The perfect meal! Also enjoyed the free ranger pie, though I'd recommend the raven ale over it. Do not skip the sticky toffee pudding with honeycomb ice cream! It was perfect and my favorite of many sticky toffee puddings that I had in England. Highly recommend if you're in Bath or the surrounding area!

Fabulous place in Bath UK. The place is old s hook but in all the right ways! The food is to die…read morefor. The Sheppards pies are crazy good. The service here was outstanding as well. If you're in Bath or Bristol you need to stop in!

Stumbled upon a wonderful little pub that is community owned by 700 of the locals that often…read morefrequent the place. Much friendlier vibe than I've found at many of the other crowded areas in bath and cheaper prices if you venture just a bit out from the main city centre area.

Although it is definitely a tourist place, the portions are large and the food is solid. The…read moreservice was also friendly and prompt.