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The Elder, Bath, Bath and North East Somerset

The Elder

4.6
4.6
22 Reviews
£41 and over
Contemporary British

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 5 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Great for fine wines
Seated in a series of elegant and atmospheric dining rooms, each portioned along the lines of the original Georgian houses they reside within, our guests are welcomed as old friends.
Come experience the magic of The Elder, where you will be treated to a unique dining experience like no other. Step into our hidden speakeasy, tucked away in a historic vault, and indulge in snacks and bespoke cocktails before heading upstairs for a 7-course dinner showcasing the best of British wild food.
A sumptuous dining experience where our guests are taken on a journey of discovery by our knowledgeable and passionate team. Everyone who visits The Elder will learn something –whether it’s a story about the history of Bath, our local estates or how we prepare and cook the perfect venison.
Our constantly changing menu is a celebration of seasonality, featuring ingredients sourced locally and prepared with care. Whether you enjoy meat or prefer a vegetarian option, we have something for everyone.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    £41 and over
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary British
  • Hours of Operation
    Wed–Sat 6:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Phone number
    01225 530616
  • Website
    https://theelder.co.uk/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Liam Goldstone

Experiences

  • Afternoon Tea

    GBP 10.00 - GBP 50.00 per person

    Prepaid

    Multiple dates available
    Indulge in our traditional English Afternoon Tea whilst seated in the elegant and atmospheric dining rooms. The Elder, nestled in the lines of the original Georgian Grade 1 listed houses offers you the opportunity to experience the exquisite selection of pastries and cakes prepared by our dedicated Pastry Team. Whether it’s for a special occasion or just to treat yourself our team look forward to immersing you in this beautiful afternoon experience. A £10 non-refundable deposit is required at time of booking. Prices include service charge. A discretionary service charge of 12.5% will be added to your bill for any additional items taken on the day.
    Afternoon Tea photo

  • Group Afternoon Tea

    GBP 10.00 - GBP 50.00 per person

    Prepaid

    28 Nov 2024 - 21 Dec 2024
    Indulge in our traditional English Afternoon Tea whilst seated in the elegant and atmospheric dining rooms. The Elder, nestled in the lines of the original Georgian Grade 1 listed houses offers you the opportunity to experience the exquisite selection of pastries and cakes prepared by our dedicated Pastry Team. Whether it’s for a special occasion or just to treat yourselves our team look forward to immersing you in this beautiful afternoon experience. Minimum of 8 people required. For bookings of more than 12 people, please contact the restaurant directly. A £10 non-refundable deposit is required at time of booking.

Menu

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What 22 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4.3Value

Noise • Energetic

Loved For

  • Bath/Somerset

    Best Overall

  • Bath/Somerset

    Best Food

  • Bath/Somerset

    Innovative

  • Bath/Somerset

    Great for fine wines

  • Bath/Somerset

    Romantic

  • Bath/Somerset

    Good for special occasions

  • Bath

    Best Overall

  • Bath

    Best Food

  • Bath

    Best Service

  • Bath

    Best Value

  • Bath

    Innovative

  • Bath

    Great for fine wines

  • Bath

    Romantic

  • Bath

    Good for special occasions

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Elder offers an exquisite dining experience with a standout tasting menu praised for "amazing flavours and combinations." Guests rave about the "superb service" and knowledgeable staff, enhancing the locally sourced dishes. The intimate setting and attention to detail make it ideal for special occasions, though some mention longer wait times.

22 Reviews

  1. Paul

    London

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food with even better service. Tasting menu and nice wines. Definitely recommend.

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  2. Anya

    London

    7 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on 22 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We have just come home from probably the best meal we’ve ever had. Everything was unbelievably tasty, thank you.

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  3. David

    Vancouver

    39 reviews

    4.0

    39 reviews

    Dined on 15 November 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    An excellent tasting menu with loads of interesting flavours. Time between dishes was marginally a bit long. Allow 2 1/2 to 3 hours for dinner.

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  4. Jess

    London

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 9 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Absolutely stunning food, ambience and service - our young waitor was so excited about the food it made the whole experience even better. And the wine pairing was exquisite!

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  5. MoMan

    Bath

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 9 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Simply doesn’t disappoint. Intimate dining with a fantastic set menu of incredible food and service. If you haven’t been, go.

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  6. Scott

    Yorkshire

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 18 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    8 course tasting menu. Food was fabulous, setting was great and the service was fantastic. Well worth the money

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  7. OpenTable Diner

    Jacksonville

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 10 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Seven courses, and almost every course had a pleasant surprise. Something that I had not tasted before (and I am a foodie who have traveled to many countries). The staff was friendly and engaging, as if we were guests in their home and the restaurant, although small, had an old world feel with upbeat 80s hip hop music playing in the background (go figure!). Excellent evening!
    The ElderResponded on 17 October 2024
    Thank you very much for your lovely review. We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed your evening with us and we will certainly pass on your positive feedback to the team. We work hard to offer our guests the best experience possible, and comments like this make it all worthwhile. We're looking forward welcoming you back in the future. -The Elder Team

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  8. Nick

    New York City

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 28 September 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Food was delicious, with only set menu to choose from which was unexpected. The pre dinner cocktail and after dinner liqueur had no alcohol free option offered. Service could be sharper and more polished, passing plates to customers rather than placing them and drinks taking a long time to arrive. Rooms were cosy and intimate, ideal for romantic dinners.
    The ElderResponded on 10 October 2024
    Thank you very much for your positive review. We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed your meal with us. I apologise, that there was no option for an alcohol free cocktail and that you felt the service could have been more up to standard. It is certainly something we will work on in the future. We work hard to offer our guests the best experience possible and we are always looking for ways to improve our service at the Elder, that’s why we are truly appreciative of constructive feedback like yours. We're looking forward welcoming you back in the future. The Elder Team

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  9. Gavin

    London

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on 28 September 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Our first time at The Elder and we will return. Excellent service from the moment we sat down and every one of the tasting menu plates was delicious. I hope they will expand these into full starter and main courses as I would love to try both the wood pigeon and venison in larger portions. The big surprise for all of our table was the sweetcorn velouté which was both bright in flavours and warming at the same time.
    The ElderResponded on 10 October 2024
    Thank you very much for your lovely review. We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed your evening with us, especially the service you've received from Nick, we will certainly pass on your positive comments. We work hard to offer our guests the best experience possible, and comments like this make it all worthwhile. We're looking forward welcoming you back in the future. The Elder Team

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  10. Anthony

    Bath

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 26 September 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    An outstanding meal with excellent snd attentive service service
    The ElderResponded on 10 October 2024
    Thank you very much for your lovely review. We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed your evening with us. We work hard to offer our guests the best experience possible, and comments like this make it all worthwhile. We're looking forward welcoming you back in the future. The Elder Team

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FAQs

The Elder is rated 4.6 stars by 22 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a booking

2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 5 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for The Elder

2-8 S Parade, Bath, Bath and North East Somerset BA2 4AB

Additional information

  • Area
    Bath
  • Hours of Operation
    Wed–Sat 6:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Price
    £41 and over
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary British
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Public Parking
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Liam Goldstone
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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