Royal Crescent Hotel
Bath, United Kingdom[view map]
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If you fancy a leisurely brunch, lunch, supper or even just a hot chocolate or coffee there is a lovely place called 'Same - Same but Different' (+44 (0)1225 466856) on Bartlett Street in Bath which is worth discovering. It manages to be both chic and casual with its lovely double-fronted façade. The Spanis- inspired menu complements the interior's brick red walls and Jackson Pollock-style art on the walls. The food was great and the service relaxed yet efficient. The location is perfect – a one-minute walk just off George Street – and it seemed to be full of interesting locals who used it as their daily pitstop, as well as a few grateful tourists who had stumbled upon it by luck.
Fantastic restaurant in the centre of Bath: the long-established but newly refurbished Moon and Sixpence eaterie was one I visited 10 years ago, and on my return to Bath, I stumbled upon it again. It didn't disappoint – fabulous scallops wrapped in bacon, followed by a well thought-out veggie dish of ravioli with gorgonzola, and a panacotta pudding. Really lovely food enjoyed in a really lovely atmosphere.
The concierge at the Royal Crescent Hotel managed to book us into Gascoyne Place for dinner. It was a really lovely gastro pub, the food was delicious and reasonably priced. A nice relaxed atmosphere and really good service too.
We ate in the Fiorelli Brasseria Ristorante (01225 427919) on our last evening in Bath, on the recommendation of another guest staying at the Royal Crescent Hotel. This Italian brasserie, a leisurely five-minute stroll from the hotel on Gay Street, was fantastic. Great food, excellent service and an intimate atmosphere made this a fitting end to our few days in the city. I will be dining there again when I next visit Bath. Highly recommended.
As part of the Bath experience a trip to the Raven of Bath at 7 Queen Street (+44 (0)1225 425045) is a must - the service is friendly and welcoming and if you like local ale, you will be very happy indeed. An outstanding local Bath restaurant is The Hole in the Wall at 16 George Street (+44 (0)1225 425242) - fantastic modern British cuisine with a twist. A very enjoyable meal - I would highly recommend it!
