The Marlborough Tavern

4.6

2038 Reviews

£26 to £40

Gastro Pub

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2 people

22 Nov 2024

21:30

Booked 24 times today

Neighbourhood gem
Charming
Good for special occasions

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.

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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
Area
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
Dog Friendly, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan

What 2,038 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.5Food
4.7Service
4.6Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Energetic

Diners' Choice Awards

Bath/Somerset
Neighbourhood gem
Bath/Somerset
Great for outdoor dining
Bath
Child-friendly
Bath
Neighbourhood gem
Bath
Vegetarian-friendly
Bath
Lively

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

The Marlborough Tavern is a cherished local with a "chilled atmosphere" and "great food." Guests rave about the "fantastic roast dinners" and "friendly staff." It's dog-friendly and offers a cozy setting, especially in its charming garden. Despite occasional service hiccups, it's a "wonderful city pub" with "excellent value."

2,038 Reviews

C
Claire
Jersey
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
A fantastic Sunday lunch with awesome Yorkshire puddings!
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Richard
Hampshire
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
We are local but haven't eaten at the Marlborough for a little while. Very good and friendly service. Not rushed but alert to needs which was great. Good beer and wine. Generally nice ambiance - music level and choice good. Food good. Thanks
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Darren
Bath
2 reviews
2.0
2 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
It’s ok - not the best not the worst. Barking dog shortened our stay.
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Chris
Devon
6 reviews
4.0
6 reviews
Dined on 12 November 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
Good quality pub food with nearby parking and friendly staa
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Ken
Bath
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on 10 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
It's probably the best gastro pub in Bath. Staff were attentive and helpful. Food excellent. Ambiance buzzy, but didn't feel crowded and most importantly we were not rushed. You need to book to avoid disappointment.
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Jeremy
Bath
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on 9 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food, in a great place, brought to us by friendly people.
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Kiara
Kent
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 29 October 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food was incredible . Service was lovely! Amazing little find.
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Trevor
London
2 reviews
vip
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 25 October 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 2
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
One of my favorite venues. The hanger steak was a bit chewie but the pepper sauce was great.
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John
Bath
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 25 October 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great pub, lovely staff, fast service, hot food and Snaake Oil - perfect!
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Dionne
London
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 20 October 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Lovely Sunday roast, great food and drinks, pudding selection was perfect. Highly recommend.
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The Marlborough Tavern is rated 4.6 stars by 2038 OpenTable diners.

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2 people

22 Nov 2024

21:30

Booked 24 times today

35 Marlborough Buildings, Bath, Somerset BA1 2LY

Additional information

Area
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
Dog Friendly, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan

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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