The cornerstone of a location that’s fast becoming known as ‘Theatre Royal Plaza’, this tasteful, easy-going bar/restaurant hybrid caters to a tasteful, easy-going crowd. A fusion of contemporary zeitgeist and mediaeval history dictates the ambience at this split-level oasis: choose between subterranean lounge bar, cosy snug, elegant supper rooms and brasserie-style balcony dining, all housed within a grade II-listed Georgian building. Menus (classic modern British with occasional global twists) feature seasonal, locally sourced and largely organic ingredients, the wine list/bar selection is a well-considered and Sunday lunches are spectacular. The exposed wall that runs along the lounge is part of the original Bath city wall, and the flagstones in the cellar (not open to the public, but ask nicely and you might get a private tour) date back to the 8th century. Meanwhile, staff are exceedingly friendly… and the ladies loos are apparently haunted.

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