Outdoor & Alfresco Dining

Wondering where you can grab an alfresco pint or bite to eat in Bath? Many restaurants, pubs and bars in and around the city have outdoor seating, letting you enjoy your food and drink in the fresh air.

Choose from two terraces at Green Park Brasserie, who also host free live music four nights a week. LUDO Sports Bar & Kitchen also have a couple of terraces, with one looking out over the city centre. You'll find plenty more outdoor seating at Root in Shires Yard, or Dough on Kingsmead Square.

Tuck into delicious gastropub meals in the large beer garden at The Marlborough Tavern, take a seat in the large beer garden Bath Brew House while supping one of the beers brewed at their in-house brewery, enjoy riverside views (see if you can spot Pulteney Bridge!) at Emma's Bar & Restaurant, or dine with views over the beautiful countryside surrounding Bath at The Pig near Bath or Olio Restaurant.

If you want to combine real ales, pizza and a quirky pub garden, look no further than The Bell Inn, where you can step inside to enjoy live music once the sun goes down.

Even in the colder months you can enjoy a seat in the beautiful heated courtyard at Bandook or the cosy outdoor spaces at Corkage and The Scallop Shell, or perhaps you want to opt for one of the pods with views of Bath Abbey in the garden at The Bird Grill.

If you’re looking for a spot to enjoy some outdoor luxury, enjoy a decadent afternoon tea in the garden at Royal Crescent Hotel, a Michelin-starred tasting menu from Restaurant Hywel Jones at Lucknam Park, or treat yourself to a hamper featuring the best British produce on the lawn at The Bath Priory, with views over the hotel's four acres of gardens.

Many of the country pubs near Bath also offer spectacular views to enjoy with your drinks, such as The Quarrymans Arms, The Cross Guns, or T he Upton.

If you’re in need of more inspiration, we’ve rounded up more of our favourite places to dine al fresco in Bath, or you can see the list below for further suggestions.
We recommend checking directly with businesses for the most up-to-date information and booking details.

Al fresco dining in Bath

Get ready to dine al fresco at these restaurants with outdoor seating in Bath.
Riverside places to eat in Bath

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