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Bath is home to some incredible restaurants, from five-star dining to cosy gastropubs. Discover which ones have been recognised for their creativity and skill by the world-renowned Michelin Guide.

Michelin Star

Olive Tree

Olive Tree at The Queensberry Hotel is Bath's only Michelin-starred restaurant. The Michelin guide says: "Colours, textures and flavours are used to full effect in refined, creative combinations which have plenty of depth and, while dishes may appear simple at first glance, that’s all part of their skilful make-up. Funky, individually designed bedrooms boast designer touches and a host of extras."

Olive Tree restaurant dish
Image - Olive Tree

Restaurant Hywel Jones by Lucknam Park

Just a short drive from the city, Restaurant Hywel Jones by Lucknam Park has retained its Michelin star since 2006. The Michelin guide says: "Rich, elegant décor, extravagant furnishings and sumptuous fabrics feature throughout, from the beautiful bedrooms to the drawing rooms where pre-meal drinks are enjoyed. Expertly crafted dishes rely on classic techniques but have a light, modern style, and ingredients are luxurious and of top quality. Structured service comes with as much polish as the silver."

Restaurant Hywel Jones by Lucknam Park
Image - Restaurant Hywel Jones by Lucknam Park

Michelin Plate

This distinction is given to restaurants singled out in the Michelin Guide for particularly 'good cooking' in their area.

Montagu's Mews restaurant
Image - Monatgu's Mews

Bib Gourmand

This Michelin accolade goes to restaurants which provide "good quality, good value cooking".

Beckford Bottle Shop

This well-stocked wine merchant also does a great menu of bistro favourites, which you can enjoy in their cosy surrounds.

The Michelin Guide says: "Tasty, carefully prepared small plates, like Bath chaps with Bramley apple, are served by a cheerful and helpful team. The wine list offers plenty of choice, but you can also choose a bottle from their shop next door and pay corkage to enjoy it while dining. Beckford Canteen, their sister operation, is just up the road and caters for a range of diners with an enticing all-day menu."

The Chequers

A tucked away pub which has always been known to locals for its great food offering.

The guide says: "Whether it's Orkney scallops or Wiltshire pheasant, there’s always an appealingly muscular quality to the cooking at this popular pub set in a smart residential street amid elegant Georgian terraces. You can choose between elaborate dishes with international flavours and touches of originality or those of a more traditional bent."

Beckford Bottle Shop
Image - Beckford Bottle Shop

Michelin Green Star

The green star is given to restaurants who demonstrate a strong commitment to sustainability.

Oak

Bath's leading vegetarian restaurant has been a long time favourite of both locals and visitors.

The guide says, "...a sustainable ethos feeds into the tasty, original vegetarian and vegan dishes served in unpretentious bistro surroundings. When dining in the front part of the restaurant, you'll find shelves adorned with produce from their allotment just outside the city – which provides around 40% of their produce."

Oak restaurant dish
Image - Oak

Further afield

Just a distance from Bath, you'll find a wealth of other award-winning restaurants, often in historic buildings with beautiful countryside views. Well worth a day trip if you're planning a foodie break in the area!

  • Bulrush, Bristol
  • Bybrook, Castle Combe
  • Castle Inn, Castle Combe
  • Lazy Lobster, Chew Magna
  • Paco Tapas, Bristol
  • Root, Bristol
  • Talbot Inn, Mells
  • Wilsons, Bristol

Olive Tree Restaurant
Image - Olive Tree

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