--- title: "A Foodie's Guide to Bath: Restaurants, Cafés and Afternoon Tea (2026)" description: Where to eat in Bath, from afternoon tea at the Pump Room and Michelin-starred Olive Tree to cosy pubs, coffee, Bath buns and country pubs nearby. image: http://www.passthekeys.com/hubfs/shutterstock_1926647897.jpg --- - [Services](https://www.passthekeys.com/en/services/?hsLang=en) - [Pricing](https://www.passthekeys.com/en/pricing/?hsLang=en) - [Sign In](https://portal.passthekeys.co.uk) - [Calculate your income](https://www.passthekeys.com/en/?hsLang=en#register) [![](http://www.passthekeys.com/hubfs/ptk-logo-website.svg)](https://www.passthekeys.com/?hsLang=en) - [Services](https://www.passthekeys.com/en/services?hsLang=en) - [Pricing](https://www.passthekeys.com/en/pricing?hsLang=en) - [Sign In](https://portal.passthekeys.co.uk) - [Calculate your Income](https://www.passthekeys.com/en/?hsLang=en#register) # A Foodie's Guide to Bath: Restaurants, Cafés and Afternoon Tea (2026) A Foodie's Guide to Bath: Must-Try Restaurants and Cafés Last updated: October 2026 Quick answer: Afternoon tea: the Pump Room Fine dining: the Michelin-starred Olive Tree Italian: Sotto Sotto Modern British: The Circus and Woods Pies and a pint:... by Pass the Keys Bath | Bath | Things to do | Food | Restaurants | 10 Apr 2025 # A Foodie's Guide to Bath: Must-Try Restaurants and Cafés *Last updated: October 2026* **Quick answer:** - **Afternoon tea:** the Pump Room - **Fine dining:** the Michelin-starred Olive Tree - **Italian:** Sotto Sotto - **Modern British:** The Circus and Woods - **Pies and a pint:** The Raven - **Coffee:** Colonna & Small's - **Local treats:** a Bath bun or a Sally Lunn bun - **Pubs with views:** just outside the city, try the Hare & Hounds, the Packhorse or the Wheatsheaf Bath is famous for its Georgian architecture and Roman Baths, but its food scene is just as worth the trip. From elegant afternoon teas and Michelin-starred dining to cosy pubs and specialist coffee, here's our guide to the best places to eat in and around Bath. ![shutterstock\_2153533059](http://www.passthekeys.com/hs-fs/hubfs/shutterstock_2153533059.jpg?width=1000&height=667&name=shutterstock_2153533059.jpg) --- ## Best afternoon tea in Bath ### The Pump Room For a quintessential Bath experience, take afternoon tea in the Pump Room, the grand Georgian hall beside the Roman Baths. Live music from the Pump Room Trio or a pianist plays during morning coffee and afternoon tea. **What to try:** afternoon tea with Champagne, or a Bath bun with morning coffee. Booking ahead is recommended. ### Sally Lunn's Historic Eating House One of Bath's oldest houses, Sally Lunn's is home to the famous Sally Lunn bun, a light, brioche-style bun served sweet or savoury. **What to try:** the Bath cream tea, with half a bun, cinnamon butter and clotted cream. ### The Bath Bun Tea Shoppe A cosy tea room near Bath Abbey that specialises in the Bath bun, a sweet, sugar-topped bun with currants. **What to try:** a toasted Bath bun with butter and a pot of tea. ![shutterstock\_1675183870-1](http://www.passthekeys.com/hs-fs/hubfs/shutterstock_1675183870-1.jpg?width=1000&height=519&name=shutterstock_1675183870-1.jpg) --- ## Fine dining in Bath ### The Olive Tree At The Queensberry Hotel, the Olive Tree is Bath's only Michelin-starred restaurant, and has held its star since 2019. Expect seasonal, locally sourced tasting menus with real finesse. **What to try:** the tasting menu. ### Michelin-recognised restaurants nearby - **Restaurant Hywel Jones by Lucknam Park:** Michelin-starred, a short drive from Bath - **Beckford Bottle Shop and The Chequers:** both have a Michelin Bib Gourmand for good food at good value ## Relaxed restaurants and pubs ### Sotto Sotto An intimate, candlelit Italian restaurant set in vaulted cellars, serving traditional dishes with a modern touch. **What to try:** fresh pasta and risotto. ### The Circus Restaurant Near the famous Circus, this restaurant serves modern British food built around local ingredients. It's ideal for a special occasion or a relaxed lunch. **What to try:** whatever's seasonal on the menu. ### Woods On Alfred Street, Woods is a long-standing favourite in a Georgian building, serving seasonal British dishes in a warm, relaxed setting. **What to try:** the seasonal menu, or a Sunday lunch. ### The Raven A traditional city-centre pub known for its homemade pies and local ales. **What to try:** a pie and a pint of local ale. For a celebratory lunch, see our guide to Bath's [best bottomless brunches](https://www.passthekeys.com/en/blog/best-bottomless-brunches-in-bath-where-to-sip-and-savour?hsLang=en). For drinks after dinner, read about [nightlife in Bath](https://www.passthekeys.com/en/blog/exploring-the-nightlife-in-bath-top-venues-to-enjoy?hsLang=en). ## Coffee, bakeries and markets ### Colonna & Small's At 6 Chapel Row, Colonna & Small's is a specialist coffee shop for real coffee lovers, with expert staff and a choice of beans and brewing methods. **What to try:** a flat white or a filter coffee. ### Bath Farmers' Market Every Saturday at Green Park Station, local producers sell cheese, meat, bread, cider and seasonal veg. It's perfect for picnic supplies. Our guide to [Bath's best shopping spots](https://www.passthekeys.com/en/blog/baths-best-shopping-spots-from-boutique-stores-to-artisan-markets?hsLang=en) covers the city's other markets. ## Country pubs and foodie spots with a view Some of the prettiest places to eat are just outside the city, away from the crowds. Pack your walking boots and pair lunch with a countryside stroll. ### The Hare & Hounds, Lansdown High on the northern edge of Bath, this gastropub has long views across the countryside from its terrace. Combine lunch with a walk to Beckford's Tower. ### The Packhorse, South Stoke A village pub in South Stoke, south of Bath, that was saved by a community buyout. It has a beamed interior and a lovely terraced garden. Walk off lunch along the Somerset Coal Canal. ### The Wheatsheaf, Combe Hay Park at Midford and follow the old Somerset Coal Canal to this country pub in a pretty valley, with a large terraced garden. It's a favourite with walkers and dog owners. ### Castle Farm, Midford A rustic farm café and kitchen in a converted barn, with panoramic views across the Midford Valley. It's a relaxed spot for brunch, lunch or Sunday lunch. ### The Inn at Freshford A historic village inn on the banks of the River Frome, south-east of Bath, with timber beams, open fires and a garden. On a sunny day, combine it with a visit to nearby Iford Manor's gardens. **Good to know:** opening hours and menus change, so check before you go, especially outside the summer. ## Make a day of it Walk off lunch with a [walking tour of Bath](https://www.passthekeys.com/en/blog/walking-tours-of-bath-discovering-the-citys-hidden-history?hsLang=en), find quieter corners in [Bath's hidden gems](https://www.passthekeys.com/en/blog/baths-hidden-gems-off-the-beaten-path-attractions?hsLang=en), or plan a day with the kids using our guide to [family-friendly Bath](https://www.passthekeys.com/en/blog/family-friendly-bath-top-activities-for-kids-and-parents?hsLang=en). ## FAQs ### Where is the best afternoon tea in Bath? The Pump Room is the classic choice, with live music in a Georgian hall beside the Roman Baths. Sally Lunn's and The Bath Bun Tea Shoppe are cosier options for a bun and a pot of tea. ### Does Bath have a Michelin-starred restaurant? Yes. The Olive Tree at The Queensberry Hotel is Bath's Michelin-starred restaurant, and Restaurant Hywel Jones at Lucknam Park is a short drive away. ### What food is Bath famous for? The Bath bun, a sweet, sugar-topped bun with currants, and the Sally Lunn bun, a light brioche-style bun. Bath is also known for its afternoon teas. ### Where can I eat with a view near Bath? The Hare & Hounds in Lansdown, Castle Farm in Midford, and the Packhorse and Wheatsheaf pubs south of the city all have lovely countryside views. ### Where is the best coffee in Bath? Colonna & Small's on Chapel Row is a favourite with specialist coffee lovers. ### Is there a food market in Bath? Yes. Bath Farmers' Market runs every Saturday at Green Park Station. ## Stay in Bath A holiday home is the perfect base for a foodie weekend, with a kitchen for breakfast and leftovers from the farmers' market. [Browse stays in Bath](https://book.passthekeys.com/). ## Own a home in Bath? 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