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The Marlborough Tavern, Bath, Somerset

The Marlborough Tavern

4.5
4.5
2085 Reviews
£26 to £40
Gastro Pub
35 Marlborough Buildings, Bath, Somerset BA1 2LY

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7:00 PM
Booked 13 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 2,085 people are saying

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

Overall ratings and reviews

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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

    Good for groups

  • Bath/Somerset

    Neighborhood gem

  • Bath/Somerset

    Vegetarian-friendly

  • Bath/Somerset

    Most Booked

  • Bath

    Best Ambiance

  • Bath

    Good for groups

  • Bath

    Healthy

  • Bath

    Neighborhood gem

  • Bath

    Vegetarian-friendly

  • Bath

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Marlborough Tavern offers an inviting atmosphere with "super friendly" staff and "delicious food." Guests appreciate its dog-friendly policy and cozy ambiance, especially near the fireplace. Highlights include traditional Sunday roasts and locally sourced dishes. While some dishes received mixed reviews, many patrons find it a "great family dinner" spot and a "superb" gastro pub experience.
2,085 Reviews

  1. Laura

    London3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    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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  2. Al

    London2 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    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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  3. Selen

    London10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious food, we were really well looked after too. Much appreciated after a long drive to Bath. We highly recommend the Marlborough Tavern.

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  4. Sally

    London3 reviews

    2.0

    Dined on April 13, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    The staff were lovely and our roast dinners looked great but the cooking was very poor. The vegetables were barely cooked (very hard carrots and broccoli) and unseasoned , and the roast pots and Yorkshires strange . Perhaps they were from a packet or precooked and warmed up? Not a great experience. And the pub was cold. We went for my mother's 90th birthday and it was very disappointing.

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  5. Zoë

    Bath4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 9, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent as always. Lovely atmosphere, great food and drink and outstanding service. Thank you all!

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  6. Donia

    Bristol2 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on April 6, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    The location is lovely, and the garden creates a really nice atmosphere, especially on a sunny day — definitely a strong point. Unfortunately, the food didn’t live up to the setting. We ordered two beef roast lunches, and overall, it was underwhelming for the price. The beef was quite chewy, the vegetables were plainly boiled with little flavour, and the roast potatoes didn’t taste fresh - more like they had been reheated. The sticky toffee pudding was the highlight and we really enjoyed it, but even that couldn’t make up for an otherwise average meal. I’ve had far better quality Sunday lunches at a lower price point elsewhere. Nice spot, but not somewhere I’d return for the food.

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  7. Harvey

    Surrey1 review

    3.0

    Dined on April 5, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Had a pleasant enough meal outside in the garden. Standard pub grub with a couple of ales and a cider on tap. Giving this review because the server was excellent, didn’t catch his name but thank you

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  8. Chantal

    London1 review

    3.0

    Dined on April 5, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Nice decor. Friendly staff and food came out quickly. Burger was delicious but very overpriced for what it was.

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  9. CHARLENE

    Bath1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 4, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great staff - super friendly Great food - highly recommend

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  10. Eliza

    Kent8 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on April 4, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Thankyou for a lovely lunch and service was Brillant thanks

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FAQs

The Marlborough Tavern is rated 4.5 stars by 2085 OpenTable diners.

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Booked 13 times today
Google Map for The Marlborough Tavern

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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