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The Marlborough Tavern, Bath, Somerset

The Marlborough Tavern

4.5 (2092)
£26 to £40
Gastro Pub
35 Marlborough Buildings, Bath, Somerset BA1 2LY

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2 people
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7:00 PM
Booked 18 times today

About this restaurant

  • Neighborhood gem
  • Good for groups
  • Charming
Just around the corner from Bath's Royal Crescent, The Marlborough Tavern combines the atmosphere of a local pub with the food quality you’d expect of a top restaurant. Two AA rosettes, and inclusions in The Michelin Guide and Good Food Guide bear testimony to the quality of both food and service. It’s no wonder it's won the Bath Gastropub of the Year title more than any competitors.

Food is essentially, though not slavishly, English in character and takes advantage of locally sourced produce wherever possible. Its food reputation is matched by their service - always friendly and attentive without being intrusive, and there's an extensive wine list and selection of local ales to choose from. The Marlborough's pub garden is arguably Bath’s finest; a walled courtyard space, that’s perfect for summertime lunching and drinking.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    £26 to £40
  • Cuisines
    Gastro Pub, English, Beer Garden
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Mon–Sat 12:00 pm–5:00 pm Sun 12:00 pm–8:00 pm Dinner Mon–Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    01225 423731
  • Website
    http://www.marlborough-tavern.com/
  • Payment options
    Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Filip Tencer
  • Private party facilities
    We're a popular choice for groups organising special parties and functions. Our extensive experience of hosting private parties means you can rest assured it will all go smoothly. Whilst there is no separate function room, part or all the the pub can be made available as required.
  • Location
    35 Marlborough Buildings, Bath, Somerset BA1 2LY
  • Neighborhood
    Bath
  • Parking details
    There is unrestricted street parking surrounding the pub after 6pm and on Sundays. Nearby Royal Victoria Park has plenty of parking and is a 2 min walk away from the pub.
  • Public transit
    Bath Spa rail station is a short taxi drive away (5 mins) or a pleasant 20 min walk. A City Sightseeing bus stop is directly outside the pub.
  • Additional
    Beer, Beer Garden, Cocktails, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, Wine

Menu

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What 2,092 people are saying

The Marlborough Tavern reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.2Value

Noise • Energetic

Loved For

  • Bath/Somerset

    Kid-friendly

  • Bath/Somerset

    Gluten-free-friendly

  • Bath/Somerset

    Neighborhood gem

  • Bath/Somerset

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Bath/Somerset

    Vegetarian-friendly

  • Bath/Somerset

    Most Booked

  • Bath

    Kid-friendly

  • Bath

    Good for groups

  • Bath

    Healthy

  • Bath

    Neighborhood gem

  • Bath

    Great for fine wines

  • Bath

    Vegetarian-friendly

  • Bath

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Marlborough Tavern boasts "fantastic food" and "attentive service" with a lovely garden perfect for sunny afternoons. Enjoy a "great Sunday roast" in a "warm atmosphere" with friendly staff. While some found the portion sizes small and the service slow at times, the tavern remains a "superb spot" for locals and visitors alike.
2,092 Reviews

  1. Lauren

    London1 review

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely meal and one of the best Sunday roasts me and my friends have had. Lovely gravy (and lots of it) and everything was cooked perfectly and piping hot. Staff were very welcoming and friendly. We felt comfortable and really enjoyed our meal. Dessert was lovely too! I had a cider recommended by the waitress and really enjoyed it. Would definitely come back again and recommended to others!

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  2. Clint VIP

    Nashville1 review

    5.0

    Dined on May 11, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Staff were really nice, the food was very good, and the back patio is the place to be on a nice afternoon.

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  3. Robert VIP

    London5 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on May 3, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I would have given five stars but it was a very sunny day and there was not enough shade in the garden and the mains were rather on the small side so you’ll definitely need a side. But I’m probably just nitpicking as it was a very pleasant visit and the staff were all delightful and helpful. I’d definitely return.

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  4. Jo VIP

    Bath/Somerset3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 2, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great staff, tasty food, really lovely experience.

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  5. Mark VIP

    Toronto16 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on April 27, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Outside in the garden is a lovely place to each a Sunday lunch ... the roasts are top notch.

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  6. Lydia

    London44 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on April 27, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Excellent food, good portions of well cooked roasts and fresh vegetables, excellent sticky toffee pudding and ice cream. The bar staff were friendly but a bit noisy with stacking crockery , dealing with empty bottles etc. Not a peaceful ambience hence 4 stars rather than 5.

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  7. Sarah

    Bath/Somerset2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 26, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Fantastic food & attentive service. Marlborough Tav, you don’t disappoint 👍

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  8. Derek

    London13 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 25, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Requested table was ready. Food was delicious - banjo and goats cheese salad to start. Followed by vega burger and Caesar salad washed down with a bottle of Verdejo. All at very reasonable prices. Service polite and excellent in this bustling bistro pub. No wonder it is packed so I advise booking.

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  9. Laura

    London3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 20, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Arrived early and had some drinks outside but staff proactively came out when a table was free. Professional and knowledgeable waiting staff. Fantastically tasty food and great wine selection. Also happy to accommodate our little dog which is always great.

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  10. Al

    London2 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on April 20, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Nice atmosphere overall, but a loud baby across the room and a barking dog next to us didn’t help. Staff were friendly and mains came quickly, but the Sunday roast was a letdown - tough beef, oily veg and Yorkshire, and bland gravy. Dessert took 25 minutes to arrive as the kitchen got overwhelmed. The manager apologised and removed it from the bill, but other tables were having the same issues. Seems like they can’t handle busy services properly.

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The Marlborough Tavern is rated 4.5 stars by 2092 OpenTable diners.

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35 Marlborough Buildings, Bath, Somerset BA1 2LY

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Bath
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Mon–Sat 12:00 pm–5:00 pm Sun 12:00 pm–8:00 pm Dinner Mon–Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    £26 to £40
  • Cuisines
    Gastro Pub, English, Beer Garden
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    There is unrestricted street parking surrounding the pub after 6pm and on Sundays. Nearby Royal Victoria Park has plenty of parking and is a 2 min walk away from the pub.
  • Public transit
    Bath Spa rail station is a short taxi drive away (5 mins) or a pleasant 20 min walk. A City Sightseeing bus stop is directly outside the pub.
  • Payment options
    Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Filip Tencer
  • Additional
    Beer, Beer Garden, Cocktails, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, Wine
  • Website
    http://www.marlborough-tavern.com/
  • Phone number
    01225 423731
  • Private party facilities
    We're a popular choice for groups organising special parties and functions. Our extensive experience of hosting private parties means you can rest assured it will all go smoothly. Whilst there is no separate function room, part or all the the pub can be made available as required.
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