It has been nothing short of remarkable how Bath’s restaurant sector has evolved from one dominated by chains and tea rooms to one of the South’s culinary powerhouses.
A decade ago, the only people who could have been fully satisfied would have been those who were starving and in need of a Cornish pasty, sausage roll or scone. However, in recent years, the city has witnessed the creation of numerous independent, innovative restaurants, and we are very much here to support them.
No, we’re actually here, meandering through the fragrant alleys in quest of a satisfying meal. If you’re in the heart of the city and doing the same, you’ve come to the perfect spot. We’ve got 22 suggestions for you, some fancy and others affordable, but they’re all tasty. These are our IDEAL 22 restaurants in Bath, which are the greatest spots to eat.
Landrace, Walcot Street, upstairs
Perfect for airy yet hearty servings of British food centred around fruit…
Indeed, as we mentioned earlier, many of Bath’s best restaurants are relatively new to the area. Upstairs at Landrace is one such example; it opened during the lockdown, quickly gained popularity, and happily seems to be here to stay.
Located above the exceptional Landrace Bakery, which specialises in crafting sourdough bread from stoneground British grains, Rob Sachdev, a former chef at Brawn and Quality Chop House, oversees the kitchen above via a steep staircase. Sachdev’s approach to cooking is similarly uncomplicated.
There are a few appetisers and snacks on the menu in addition to a few larger dishes; the cheddar fritters from the former section have already become something of a cult favourite. It’s understandable why—pillowy, yielding, and encased in a thick layer of freshly grated cheese from the area—they are incredibly, extremely irresistible. There really isn’t enough on one plate.
From the wider menu, deceptively basic, well cooked fish servings are served with hyper-seasonal vegetables; the brill tranche with violet artichokes and braised white beans that we had on our most recent visit was excellent. If you’re looking for something with a little more substance, the always changing menu frequently has pork chops or rump steak.
Desserts are excellent, showcasing the abilities of the bakery downstairs. If there’s a tart on the menu (we’ve been loving Pump Street chocolate and Amalfi lemon lately), have it.
Overall, Landrace’s Upstairs is quite pleasant despite being airy and light. It’s now our favourite restaurant in Bath, and we hope it stays that way.
Monmouth Place Scallop Shell
Perfect for Fish & Chips recommended by Marco Pierre White
The Scallop Shell, located on Bath’s Monmouth Place, is much more than just a fish and chips joint. Since it opened seven years ago, this restaurant has become superchef Marco Pierre White’s favourite in the neighbourhood. It’s easy to understand why; the fish is prepared simply but intelligently, the atmosphere is upbeat, and the service is seamless. Isn’t that all you could possibly ask for?
Even though their fish and chips are delicious, they also have a constantly changing menu with other, possibly more interesting options, like whole fish (we recently had megrim sole), which is blistered and burnished on the grill, steamed mussels or clams, which are both served swimming in garlic butter, and smoked sardines on toast. You get the idea.
All things considered, it’s an excellent spot for lovers of seafood, and we keep going back there to get our fix of fresh fish.
In Saville Row, Henry’s
Perfect for elegant, soft-focus eating in the heart of the city…
Henry’s on Saville Row has a really endearing quality. It’s a restaurant where you won’t have to worry about a pulsating soundtrack when getting together for a gossip, with quietly understated, gentle service and a dining room rendered in soothing satin soft blues and blondes. A leisurely, laid-back dinner is actively encouraged there, rather than being time-constrained to a mean 90 minutes.
Chef Henry Scott creates a five-course tasting menu at the stove that costs £75 for ‘Farm and Sea’ or £70 for ‘Land’, which is meat and seafood or vegetarian food, and features sophisticated pairings and subtle yet powerful aromas. For twenty pounds more, there’s also a seven-course option available.
Highlights from a recent visit included a ravioli of salt cod brandade with aerated crab bisque; the pasta itself had the perfect bite, and the filling was perfectly whipped and creamy. It is served atop a puck of caramelised celeriac, which provides the ideal balance of sweetness and saltiness from the fish. A bisque foam that has a rust hue brightened and stretched.
Henry’s offers an a la carte lunch menu (two courses for £26 plus dessert), but the quality of the food remains high, with plates that are just as elegant and well-crafted as they are during the evening service.
Henry’s has won a spot in the Michelin Guide because to its exquisite, complex cuisine. Sundays and Mondays are closed.
Bandook Street, Milsom
Perfect for a sophisticated, revitalising curry meal…
While we’re sure that the Dishoom cookbook is out back, some pages splattered with curry and stained with turmeric, we’re also pretty sure that Bandook is Bath’s best Indian restaurant; since its opening in 2019, its subtly sophisticated take on classic Bombay streetfood has been a very welcome addition to the city.
Open for lunch and dinner seven days a week, Bandook is owned by the same team that brought you the critically acclaimed Mint Room in the city, which won “best restaurant” at the Bath Life Awards earlier this year. The restaurant’s light and airy dining room fits in perfectly with its mission to be a place for casual, all-day dining and drinking.
To begin, indulge in the quintessential pan puri – those aesthetically pleasing, zesty morsels of puffed semolina shell stuffed with chickpeas, tamarind chutney, and tart, refreshing jal jeera water. This rendition is perfect, with a crisp crust that gives way to spicy, calming chickpeas and the chutneys’ energising boost. It is the ideal way to begin a meal.
On the other hand, the umami-packed keema pav is also excellent. It’s a heady affair, with the buttery, pillowy bed of brioche bread serving as the ideal counterpoint and the curry minced lamb having enough stink to be identified as mutton.
Naturally, the curries taste amazing as well; they have the depth and complexity of a true labour of love, but they also have a nice lightness to them. We could gladly take a bath in their traditional Delhi butter chicken, but we could only imagine our ascent to a smooth and silky state. Aside from the odd picture, this bowlful is really opulent.
While a foamy Kingfisher would seem fitting and alluring, we prefer to have this one with a crisp Limca soda, which perfectly complements the bubbly vibe of the entire Bandook package. Let’s toast to it!
Oh, and The French Connection, the in-house jazz group at Bandook, performs live swing-jazz every Thursday at 7 p.m. to keep you occupied while you dine.
Butchers on Green Street, Green Street
Perfect for sampling the greatest sandwich in Bath…
Well, so it’s not a restaurant, but if you’re searching Bath for some of the best food around, we had to mention the sandwiches that these renowned butchers on Green Street provide.
Suckling on the various slices of dry-aged, barked, and well marbled beef hanging in the window will give you an idea of the quality here. The fact that there is freshly made bread on the shelf and house-cured guanciale in the refrigerator inside further emphasises how upscale the establishment is.
And now for those sandwiches. At Green Street Butchers, you can choose from three options: porchetta, roast beef, or rotisserie chicken. The latter is very wonderful (the butchers here are Italian, and it shows); it’s a thick, single slice of succulent hog-stuffed pork and it’s accompanied by the bubbliest of crackers, all brought to life with tarragon salsa verde and celeriac remoulade. Amazing, and nearly hard to resist placing a second order.
Bosco, Milsom Place
Perfect for a romantic evening..
Despite calling itself a Café Napoletana, Bosco’s interior feels more like a New York hotel bar, complete with lots of marble counter seating, dark leather stools (you should probably see a doctor about that) and low filament lighting that casts shadows over the dining room’s more private nooks. Without a doubt, this is one of the most charming locations in the city for a romantic evening date.
The platter includes some quite fine (for the day) pizzas, bruschetta, pasta, Italian meats and cheeses, and a few larger dishes for good measure. The pasta dishes are especially well-realized, with the veal lasagna being actually exceptional, its structural integrity intact, as it should be, but its bechamel sauce positively spicy and gushing. The quality of the pizza has been inconsistent on a couple of previous trips.
You’ll be most comfortable in the cicchetti portion of the menu if you’re wanting to nibble while taking in the romantic ambiance of the dining room and the delicious house negroni. In the past, we have been known to build a whole meal around their taleggio arancini, fried zucchini and tender yet juicy polpette. You may create the best Italian feast in the city by adding some coppa and gorgonzola dolce, which are imported from Lombardy, to the table.
Yak Yeti Yak, Street Pierrepont
Perfect for a private Nepalese meal…
Yak Yeti Yak, a Nepalese restaurant, is a Bath institution that has been there for a long time and has a lot of experience compared to many other restaurants on our list. It’s one of the city’s longest-running restaurants for good reason.
When you descend the stairs to this quaint, stone-cobbled parlour, you’ll be greeted like a member of the family as soon as you enter and are overcome by the enticing scent of black cardamom and incense. After come hearty quantities of delicately flavoured, utterly charming Nepalese meals.
While the atmosphere is cosy and intimate, the food is anything but “homely”; the quick-witted yet well-seasoned momos exhibit a great deal of flair, and the signature Yak Yeti Yak chicken, which was inspired by Katmandhu’s hole-in-the-wall bars, has a flavour that is both delicate and sophisticated.
Taste the royal, saffron-infused Kesariko dhai, a yoghurt dish that originated in the kitchens of Himalayan monarchy. You’ll be a very happy diner as you make your way back up the stairs and into street level.
Additionally, the restaurant is home to the YYY Foundation, which raises funds for women’s hygiene goods and aids in the reconstruction of multiple elementary schools in Nepal. This foundation does fantastic work on long-term community initiatives. Please give it a look.
Noodles Chilli Family, Dorchester Street
Perfect bowls of spicy, filling noodles…
Perhaps you wouldn’t anticipate finding a bowl of incredibly filling, Sichuan pepper-infused noodles taped at the rear of a public lavatory in a crammed dining area.
Delete that last phrase; if you were in one of the world’s street food hotspots, like Bangkok or Guangzhou, that’s exactly where you might expect to find a bowl of incredibly nourishing noodles. However, Bath isn’t exactly known for its rough-and-ready dining scene, let’s face it.
Because of this, Chilli Family Noodles is even more exceptional and, in our opinion, among Bath’s greatest eateries. Here, despite what looks like a large menu, the options are straightforward: pick between rice, fat, or thin noodles (or stewed beef, minced chicken, spare ribs, or tofu); pay just £7 for whatever filling you choose, and get ready for a lip-tingling, mouth-numbing bowl of pure heaven.
Regulars of Chilli Family Noodles will know that the true highlights are in the “something extra” section of the menu, with the delicious chicken (served cold) being a real winner whether you’re looking for something nourishing in the winter or refreshing in the summer. Though the restaurant name and menu quite rightly steer you in that direction. It truly fulfils every requirement.
Additionally, you know you’re going to get that crucial “hei” from the stir-fries because there is a row of wok burners out back. If you are putting in more garlic, mine is pak choi.
Though you can get a very good meal for less than £20 for two, be advised that the restaurant only accepts cash. Fortunately, there are multiple cash points conveniently located across the street.
The Elder, Parade at South
Perfect for an elegant dinner with the best wild seafood and game in the UK…
Perhaps Bath’s best restaurant is already this relatively new offering from Mike Robinson, co-owner of the only Michelin-starred gastropub in London, the Harwood Arms, which is located in the old Somerset city.
The Elder, which reopened in the late summer of 2020 in the wake of the first nationwide lockdown, hit the ground running, emphasising seasonal, locally sourced foods and serving up some of the greatest wild game and game in the area. The menu seems to write itself in Bath, given its location an hour from the shore, its easy access to Brixham, Devon, the largest seafood market in the UK, and the Quantock Hills, home to roaming wild deer.
However, that would be a disservice to the elaborate, considerate cuisine that the Elder serves; these delicacies are the result of careful preparation. The Muntjac deer tartare on brown butter crumpet is an incredible dish that surpasses even the amazing Dorset crab tart. If at all possible, save space for the sweets; the seasonal fruit souffle (strawberry on our last visit) is excellent.
As if that weren’t enough, the restaurant has launched its own oyster bar, where guests can enjoy freshly shucked local oysters on their stunning terrace that faces south. It would be impolite not to, after all.
Update for July 2024: A menu makeover has recently been revealed by The Elder. Simplifying the process while also seemingly stepping it up a notch, the new seven-course tasting menu replaces the previous a la carte offering. It offers a specific vegetarian option in addition to a choice between meat and fish for the first starter and main meal. At a whopping £85 per person, the menu features wild, seasonal, and sustainably sourced British ingredients that change frequently. I hope you’ll be adding crab tart to your menu again soon!
St. James’s Parade: Noya’s Kitchen
Ideal for the South West of England’s greatest Vietnamese cuisine…
Noya’s Kitchen is attempting to change the under-represented Vietnamese cuisine in the city by serving up fresh, vibrant Vietnamese food at a range of special events, lunches, and supper clubs. On Wednesdays, when bowls of the well-known noodle and broth dish are devotedly served, we really love Pho.
Do you know when you’ve had one too many meals that are defined by protein and beige? Noya is the place to go when you need a break from the sometimes beige, frequently protein-defined metropolis.
Try to secure a seat in the well-liked garden throughout the summer; it’s a lovely, sunny spot to be on a summer’s day, complete with bright parasols. The staff is quite nice and knows their bun cha from their bun bo hue. You’ll walk out of here with a smile on your face, a full heart, and a lively gait.
Saville Row’s The Beckford Bottle Shop
Ideal for elegant wines and the ideal food to drink…
Although the eating environment has evolved significantly in the past four years, the Beckford Bottle Shop on Saville Row has made significant ripples in that time, winning a highly sought Michelin Bib Gourmand award and garnering positive reviews from the National Press in just four years of operation. We wholeheartedly agree with that confirmation; the concept is one that is currently quite fashionable in London and consists of a wine bar that also happens to serve some incredibly alluring small meals.
Delicious devilled livers on toast and Bath chaps, which are slow-braised pig cheeks squeezed, breadcrumbed, and deep-fried, accompanied with a rough, rustic apple puree and a rich, dark chocolate mousse topped with pumpkin seeds, were the highlights of a recent visit. We’re thrilled for the future here if it’s already this amazing just a few years on the Row.
Bartlett Street’s Beckford Canteen
Perfect for a laid-back vibe and delicate reimaginings of traditional British cuisine…
Only a few yards up the road and a member of the same renowned restaurant group as the Beckford Bottle Shop from a few paragraphs earlier, Beckford Canteen has only been open for a little over a year, but it has already established itself as a mainstay of (admittedly, increasingly predictable) national restaurant reviews and awards.
To be fair, given that Beckford Canteen is already regarded as one of Bath’s greatest restaurants, it’s simple to understand why it is receiving such early accolades. Firstly, the dining area, which was formerly a Georgian greenhouse, is light and breezy, with many of window seats for people-watching Bartlett Street’s activity. Like the bottle shop farther up Saville Row, the service here is faultless, upbeat, and laid back, making it a fantastic place to spend an afternoon.
With delicate reinterpretations of British staples like a sweet and verdant pea and mint soup and the restaurant’s already-iconic rarebit crumpet, the menu reflects this carefree vibe. Even better is the terrine of hog jowls, which is encased in a clear jelly with a flavour reminiscent of the finest stock from gammon hocks.
The restaurant’s house Picpoul de Pinet, which costs £7.50 and is crisp and refreshing, is available by the glass, so every bottle on the well-curated yet affordable winelist is also affordable. The inclusiveness of the “canteen” moniker feels quite appropriate for this type of food.
Budō, Argyle Street
Perfect for a gritty izakaya meal that will satisfy both meat lovers and vegetarians…
The Pulteney Bridge in Bath is one of only four bridges in the world with stores spanning the entire length on both sides. This is an intriguing fact about the bridge. A somewhat uninteresting side note: Argyle Street, which houses Bath’s first izakaya, Budō, is located right beyond Pulteney Bridge.
This one began as a pop-up concept above the well-known bar The Grapes, both of which are owned by Eleanor Lieper. Weekly life drawing glasses are held in this first-floor area over the bar, and for some reason, we can’t stop seeing the models avoiding flying embers.
Well, that’s all stupid silliness aside, the izakaya idea proved to be so successful that it quickly exceeded the available space. Consequently, in May of last year, Lieper found a more permanent location for it, which is located 5 minutes to the east on Argyle Street.
Budō embodies the heartfelt essence of Japanese izakaya eateries; the atmosphere is gritty and boisterous, the philosophy relaxed yet exuberant, and the cuisine is simply excellent. The “spin” at Budō? The kimchi pancakes are a standout item on the menu; many of the meals are inspired by Japanese and South Korean cuisine.
Naturally, anything that the binchotan kisses is wonderful here, and the offal-y parts are especially good, just as in any respectable izakaya. If that’s more your style, the “hearts of the day,” which are quite self-explanatory, will grab your interest. They go perfectly with Budō’s excellent range of sake, Japanese whisky, shochu, and even locally made rice beer. They’re rich and pungent. It’s really difficult to leave Budō sober, to be honest.
If you want a little intimacy or have something to confess to your companion, take a seat in the upstairs bar area. However, if you want a full-on view of everything going on, descend the stairs into the building’s basement, where a horseshoe-shaped counter overlooks the burners and portable grills. Start with a dish of pickles, finish with a shochu bomb (a concoction of beer and Korean spirit that you are supposed to crush on the table before consuming the foamy explosion), and head out onto the road looking very different.
Robun and Princess Buildings
Perfect for Japanese food influenced by the alleyway yakiniku establishments of Tokyo…
Robun, another very welcome newcomer to Bath’s eating scene, debuted on George Street in 2021 to rave reviews right away. It was, to be honest, the kind of establishment the city had been wanting for a while; instead of the typical high street sushi franchises, it was a funky, modern Japanese restaurant.
Inspired by Tokyo’s backstreet yakiniku joints, where grilled, glazed sticks are constantly turning over glowing white bincho-tan charcoal and light, crisp beers are always flowing over increasingly boisterous conversation, Robun is named after the 19th-century author Kanagaki Robun, whose book Seiyō ryōritsū is credited with having the first documented “curry rice” recipe and with introducing Western barbecue to Japan. It’s a combination made in heaven, and it works remarkably well in Bath’s healthy streets.
With bento boxes and sushi and tempura platters that are several steps above the typical meal packages from the city’s nearby supermarkets, lunch deals are a touch lighter but no less pleasant.
Rivers Street’s The Chequers
Perfect for Bath’s best gastropub encounter…
Standing for almost 250 years on a modest residential location near the Royal Crescent and the Circus, The Chequers has been one of Bath’s top pubs for a long time. Long a favourite spot for pints, its food has just lately begun to garner much-deserved attention.
You smell the aroma of a hearty pub welcome as soon as you pull open the door. No, it’s the cacophony of conversations, chiming glasses and clinking cutlery, not the aroma of stale beer and farts. Approach the hospitable central bar, which serves as the beating heart of the dining room, and order a stout if you’re feeling particularly spirited. Chequers is still firmly a pub, but if you’re fortunate enough to have secured a reservation for dinner (which is highly recommended, especially for their delicious Sunday Roast), you’ll be amply rewarded with a selection of pub classics given a unique spin.
For example, a variation on the regional delicacy Bath Chaps uses pulled pork cheeks that have been cooked till tender and packed into a terrine mould with lots of extremely gelatinous stock surrounding it. Horseradish yoghurt and a gloomy, molasses-like prune ketchup both lift and anchor the dish. This dish is incredible and is only £8.
From the main course, a stunning flat iron steak with a blushing core and appealing bark arrives, prepared in the always-resistible au poivre style (that is, coated in a black peppercorn crust and served with a cognac and cream sauce). If you know your move, the accompanying triple-cooked chips will get squished and mashed into that sauce.
Yes, it’s that kind of place—classic cooking infused with a hint of creativity, tradition, and what you generally want from a gastropub, don’t you think? We would venture that The Chequers would object to being referred to as a “gastropub.” A bar will work perfectly.
In the dead of winter, there is, of course, a blazing fire to gather around. In fact, we believe we may remain here for a while.
Hounds & Hare, Lansdown Road
Perfect for a meal with the most majestic views…
Not only does the Hare and Hounds offer great food and a stunning perspective of Bath and the Charlcombe Valley below, but it’s more than simply a place to grab a pint.
Build up an appetite for it with a leg-stretching ascent along Lansdown Road to the pub, which is situated 700 feet above sea level. Your amazing hike will be rewarded with stunning views and a delicious feast at the top.
While you’re getting your first pint, put your name down for the renowned Hare and Hounds lamb scotch egg, as they frequently sell out. After tasting it, you’ll see why. Try ordering with as little waste as possible by starting with the lamb sweetbreads, which are served warm and crispy with peas and a braise of lamb’s lettuce (which has nothing to do with the sheep you’ve been eating).
The main course options here include the delicious fish and chips with perfectly steamed Cornish hake and a lacy bronze beer batter, or you could be truly odd and order the Sri Lankan lamb shank. The dish is completed with chunky chips, a hefty tartare sauce, and a chunky (huh?) lemon dressed in its finest muslin cloth jacket.
Things in this place are only going to become better because summer is quickly approaching. Indeed, the Hare & Hound’s patio is the ideal spot for an al fresco meal when the weather permits. Take in the Somerset countryside while you savour a cloudy cider as a treat. After all, this was one you earned.
Over on Argyle Street, Chez Dominique
Perfect for old-fashioned eating at an old-fashioned pricing range.
Back on the street, the views from Chez Dominique’s dining room overlook Pulteney Weir and its raging waters, and they are almost as breathtaking. Naturally, this prompts a discussion about whether or not you might survive being dropped into it.
Returning to the room, one’s gaze falls upon the menu, which appears to be less Francophile than the restaurant’s moniker would imply. The dish includes gochujang mayonnaise, chimichurri, curried lentils, and numerous other seemingly unwanted additions. The mayo adds a delightful crunch and tenderness to the ox tongue pieces, making it a wonderfully satisfying appetiser.
Something comfortingly traditional exists about Chez Dominique. It’s the kind of establishment where you order your own appetiser, main course and dessert without worrying about getting corrected with the ole ‘let me explain how our menu works’ line of thinking, from the mahogany furnishings and blue glassware to the whimsical font on the menu. From the main course, a deftly roasted chicken breast with crispy skin and soft flesh is served with creamed leeks and a sauce poivrade, which is a black pepper-heavy, mildly acidic sauce made with roux instead of cream. That chicken has the perfect coating.
Chez Dominique is another of Bath’s greatest bargain restaurants, serving up a three-course lunch menu for just £28 and numerous highly drinking wines in the mid-twenties for a bottle (or just £13.50 for a carafe). An absolutely wonderful spot to spend a night.
North Parade, Oak
Perfect for Bath’s best vegetarian restaurant…
Situated near Bath Abbey, Oak is a stylish vegetarian restaurant that prides itself on being a collaborative venture, with a team of “grocers, growers, and cooks” creating the incredibly enticing cuisine.
One of the first plant-based (pedants, fuck off) restaurants in the nation to be recognised in the Michelin guide is Oak, formerly known as Acorn and, to be honest, even better as its version. It’s understandable why. Seasonal foods that are substantial yet delicate, such as smoked ricotta agnolotti with asparagus and wild garlic, are not only delicious and fresh, but they are also reasonably priced, with most dishes falling between £10 and £12.95. It’s a complete bargain for cuisine this calibre.
Oak’s five-course tasting menu is a true feast for just £49, and the wine pairing is an almost charitable £27. This concept of value is embodied in Oak. You will rarely find a bottle for that price in the 2024 dining scene, much less one with a customised pairing. Salut!
John Street, Ole Tapas
Perfect for a real, elbow-to-elbow tapas bar experience in the centre of Bath
We highly recommend Pintxo, which is conveniently located near the Theatre Royal, if you’re looking for the greatest tapas in Bath. However, Ole Tapas is a more recent discovery that is, in our opinion, even better. It’s a little tapas bar on the first floor that is hard to find and nearly as hard to get a stool in. If you do have to wait for a spot, it’s conveniently located on the same street as the Gin Bar and only around the corner from Pintxo.
Although we’re not fond of calling a tapas bar in a Roman city in England “authentic,” Ole is about as authentic as it gets, with its cramped seating and elbow-to-neighbor banter, louder flamenco music, and some excellent small plates meant to be nibbled on while the cañas are continuously flowing.
Ole’s berenjenas con miel, which are perfectly balanced cane honey reduction-dressed salty and sweet deep-fried eggplant batons, are a delicious rendition. They go well with a few cold ones, as does the croquette of the day, which is, during our stay, the traditional ham that is just the right amount of gooey, runny, and sticky. The favourites never stop coming: juicy, flirty boquerones dressed subtly, patatas bravas drenched in a rich salsa brava instead of a ketchup/mayo hybrid, and albondigas with the perfect amount of spring.
You decide this is the best tapas in Bath as another cañas slides over to take your spot at the counter. Locals of the city appear to agree, but happily Ole Tapas can be reserved. It’s best to do this a week or two beforehand.
The Seven Dials, The Oven
Perfect for an easy dinner…
Since there aren’t many truly excellent pizza alternatives in this little area of South West England, we’re concluding our tour of Bath’s best eateries with The Oven.
Fabrizio Mancinetti, a pizzaiolo, works in the oven that bears the restaurant’s name and occupies a prominent place in the dining area. His pizzas are modelled after the Neapolitan canotto style.
The Oven’s dough, which translates to ‘dinghy’ and is characterised by its imposing, inflated crusts, has the necessary weight to support some hearty toppings, such goat’s cheese, caramelised red onion, rocket and pine nuts, or Sicilian sausage, mushrooms and toasted walnuts. Indeed, nuts on a pizza is effective—we promise. Although the pizza here won’t be the best you’ve ever had, it’s still a decent place with prompt, helpful service.
The Monmouth Street Chaiwalla
Perfect for one of the UK’s greatest falafel wraps…
Although calling such a modest and unassuming place a Bath institution—or even a “restaurant,” given that there are no seats—might sound exaggerated, this inexpensive and upbeat place is definitely worthy of the moniker.
The aroma emanating from this little, takeout-only establishment in Kingsmead Square should be enough to tell you everything you need to know; the cooks within are producing amazing dishes in the most modest of settings.
We won’t elaborate more; instead, you can read more about our opinions about Chaiwalla in our list of Bath’s top vegetarian eateries. Be mindful of those gulls!
