Beckford Canteen in Bath and North East Somerset

This is a lovely restaurant for high quality dining. The menu is short but everything is fresh and cooked to perfection. The restaurant manager was the most attentive waiter ever! Our napkins were refolded and our glasses were refilled. Our group were all delighted with our dinners and had a wonderful evening.

Beautiful lunch at Beckford Canteen. Food cooked perfectly, well priced and friendly staff!

La comida era bastante agradable esta vez ya que sabíamos advertirles que no añadieran tanta sal. El problema esta vez fue que el servidor pensó que la comida congelada contaba como fresca. Esto afectó a varios platos. Estoy bastante seguro de que legalmente tienen que decir si las patatas fritas y la manzana torte (en este caso) de hecho se congelaron como me admitieron. Personalmente, al ser diabético, esto me causó problemas con mi tratamiento con insulina y tuve que buscar comida en otro lugar para compensar los errores cometidos aquí. Estoy seguro de que suena encantador decir que las cosas están frescas, pero a veces se requiere un poco de honestidad para salvaguardar a los clientes.

Acabo de enviar una breve crítica - sobre el restaurante equivocado! Vinimos para el almuerzo del domingo, no la cena, y tuvimos un espléndido asado (carne de res, pudín Yorkshire, todos los extras y maravillosas patatas asadas). Excelente vino, servicio encantador. Muy recomendable.

Classy, genuine, and unpretentious - this was truly the best food and service experience we've had in ages! Discover why small independent restaurants shine brighter than any commercial chain.

DELICIOUS!! We went for a Sunday roast after the Bath marathon and WOW the food was amazing. Beef was perfectly cooked and the potatoes were just incredible. Staff were lovely and attentive! Will definitely be returning :)

Mainly vegetable and fish oriented restaurant. We had the Dover sole which was very difficult to get off the bone. Atmosphere is nice.

Incredible food and drinks! Service was very good.

Comida muy bien preparada, buen servicio, un comedor elegante. Apreciamos el cuidado de los Is, el gerente, y la atención al detalle en todos los aspectos.

Really excellent meal and attentive service, highly recommend.

To be an excellent restaurant, they should know , how to serve the champagne . In the perfect glass !!!

Everything we tasted was delightful. The portions are perfect for trying lots of different dishes. Service was friendly. Prices were a little high. The only thing I'd change is the ambiance. It felt a little sterile. It didn't feel warm or welcoming when we arrived

Terrible service. Young girl called Yaz was lovely, but a more senior waitress was awful. Firstly we were put on a table right by the door even though there were benches available (and we’d booked weeks before - I assume they wanted to fill the window tables to ensure the place looked busy), then we were greeted by an aggressive waitress asking what water we wanted. The dover sole special (£70) was incredibly undercooked. It did not fall away from the bone, it had to be wrenched away, and was chewy and unpleasant to eat. I did not eat any, my friend who was sharing the dish with me, however ate most of his. When the waitresses took our plates. I mentioned the fish was undercooked. They then all inspected the dish but said nothing more to us. We happily ordered desert then asked for the bill. Nothing had been amended or removed so I raised the point again about the fish being undercooked, to which to rude waitress responded “half of the dish was eaten and our chefs said it had been probed at the right temperature so wasn’t undercooked”. I was quite taken aback by her attitude and said “but it clearly was undercooked” to which she responded “well I suppose we just disagree, I don’t know what you want”. My husband then jumped in and mentioned how nothing had been said to us after the initial complaint and the waitress then went and removed the service charge from our bill… ultimately it was terrible service, good food until the severely undercooked fish (which was 100% undercooked) and we will never be returning, nor recommending the place to our friends… it is a shame as we were really looking forward to visiting

Best food I’ve had in bath , lovely staff, lovely atmosphere, excellent quality makes the price understandable . Staff gave me a dessert for my birthday, will recommend and definitely going again !

Gran restaurante para cenar informalmente con comida de alta calidad y d buen servicio. Realmente disfruté de cada plato que comimos. Justo en el centro de la ciudad

I cannot recommend the Beckford Canteen enough. Even with multiple inconvenient food allergies, I was able to eat almost everything on the menu, and the kitchen had no problem with accommodating me. Anything I couldn't have was replaced with something equally as tasty. The staff are so friendly and charming, and really elevated the dining experience.

Beautiful restaurant, tucked up in the top end of town. Everything is fresh and seasonal.

Gem in Bath, perfect setting for a nice dinner. Very helpful staff and quick service. The specials run out quite quickly so try to go early and order your food. Good cocktails and craft beer. The food is perfectly cooked and served. We really enjoyed our dinner here. Be sure to book at least couple of days in advance.

Abbiamo scellto questo ristorante per provare l'esperienza del pranzo della domenica in famiglia. Anche la scelta dei piatti era in funzione di questa tradizione: l'arrosto della domenica. Tutto al di sopra delle nostre aspettative. Ottima la carta vini, anche se da italiano e operatore del settore enoico, mi ha deluso la proposta di vini italiani.

Came for a Birthday Dinner on Wednesday 5th February with partner & son. This is a special Bath Restaurant....to be experienced for sure ! Gorgeous food, Cocktails & Wines. Looked after very well by the delightful Yaz & Charlotte !. The Beckford Group... you re doing a great job !!!

We had lunch here yesterday (Sunday) and it was splendid. We ate quite late, so they had run out of bread. The only slip… Complimentary bowls of soup followed to atone for the lack of bread. Then delicious roast beef (with very many - all very tasty - trimmings) and lovely puddings to follow. Special mention for the potatoes, utterly delicious, and the excellent cocktails. The service was great and we will definitely be back when we return to Bath.

Fabulous food and really beautiful place for a Sunday lunch !

In short: delicious, wholesome, beautifully plated, and excellently catered! If you permit me to ramble....The best roast has long been debated and because many have the same elements, it makes it all the more difficult - but none except the Beckford Canteen have a William! William went above and beyond to make sure everything was perfect! He was attentive and kind and charming and honestly we easily agreed he was the best host either of us have ever had! His attention to detail was second to none. He made the whole experience golden and we have both decided to return not only for the food, but just to visit him. The food tastes fresh and light even though you'll have to be rolled out. The acoustics are surprisingly quiet even though it's packed to the gills, and the chefs take such care in each dish it really shines through. If there was ever any doubt as to the best Sunday Roast spot in Bath (read, The World) then this is your sign. Thank you William and team!

First visit. Nice ambience in a small, cosy restaurant. Starters excellent. Limited choice of mains - but good. Excellent desserts - crème caramel in particular. Missing ingredient was a warmth to the service. Efficient, but absent was any real engagement. I assume it was the manager who took my cash - even the robotic “everything ok with the meal” was absent. There is obviously some care taken in preparing the menu, engaging with the customers about that doesn’t take much but would elevate the whole experience.

Tucked away in a quiet central street in Bath. Great atmosphere, excellent food and wine and attentive and friendly staff. Definitely visit again.

Amazing restaurant style roast cannot fault. Everything cooked and presented to an extremely high standard, the confit (actually are confit unlike most places that claim) the pork was perfection 👌. Also the music/playlist was super 90’s/00’s classics. Great work all the team behind Beckford

Lovely staff, all very professional and attentive! Food was beautiful to the eye and magical to the mouth. Fantastic hospitality. Highly recommend

Fantastic eatery, you have to try it! Fabulous food and service.❤️

One of my all time favourite roasts in Bath! Everything is so rich and cooked perfectly. The confit potatoes are to die for!!!

Went for Sunday Lunch Atmosphere very homely and intimate. A lot bigger on the inside than looking through the window. Front of house staff very pleasant, taking coats etc. Now I would have had a starter, but neither of the (only) 2 choices spoke to me. Whilst I understand that on a Sunday, a smaller menu than normal is provided, I would have expected two or three additional options; Smoked Salmon and prawns, pâté Anyway, decided instead to have the bread for two. I must say, very good sourdough. The correct amount of tang, and the perfect fluffy innards. I would have liked a bit more than two pieces - though I suppose it was more appetiser. If I had had a starter, my opinion would be different. The roast was nothing short of incredible in each element, which I will now detail. Roast Pork: A tantalising U shape of pork flesh and fat. Those who like crackling will swoon at the outer ring of crunch and flavour. Some could say it is too fatty, to that I say - order the chicken instead. Silver Dollar Potatoes: Thin layers of starch bliss. These melt in your mouth sudo roasties were incredibly moreish, and surprisingly quite light! This is because they don’t contain a cream element (unlike a fan favourite of mine, the dauphinois) Veg: A tad sparten on veg. I understand it’s for impact but I could have done with more carrots. Cauliflower cheese: Rich cheesey goodness. Tasted just as it should, and free from over cooked blotches some cauliflower cheese gets.Flurettes were perfect bite sized pieces Yorkshire Pudding: Big buttery brown beauty. Extra Gravy: Always appreciated. Overall an excellent experience, and well worth the money. I will be back.

We chose Beckford Canteen from a post on Reddit, and we're so happy we trusted the recommendation. We had a delicious Jerusalem artichoke soup and the perfect Sunday roasts. A special mention to the thousand layer potatoes and the cauliflower cheese sides. The atmosphere is simple, cosy and full of light, the service is impeccable yet warm and welcoming. We couldn't recommend this place more!

One of my favourite fine dining spots in Bath. The food is incredible, particularly the roast. I also like that the menu changes seasonally. The service is immaculate and the team are really friendly.

Stunning food, lovely atmosphere and friendly staff

The food is of good quality, with all dishes being both tasty and creatively prepared. The ambience is lovely, and the service is friendly. I highly recommend it.

Hands down the BEST roast in Bath! Finally returned to Beckford Canteen to devour their stunning Sunday Roast. Just as good as I remembered it with impeccable food and superb service. I had the roast pork belly served with greens, cauliflower cheese, confit potato & a Yorkshire pudding. The potatoes are a real showstopper - so light and crispy, a pure delight. Definitely a top spot in beautiful Bath and worth a visit if you want to celebrate a special occasion.

The food and service are consistently good and the decor and ambience are fabulous both day and night!

Wonderful interior, flawless food and lovely staff. Really recommend this place! One of my faves in Bath.

Beautiful restaurant in Bath - we came for Sunday lunch and had a lovely time. The wine selection is great and the food high quality. A perfect spot for a special meal

So delicious! ! Please give it a try

Delicious food and attentive service. Mushroom risotto was nectar from the Gods. A very special restaurant serving excellent and inventive dishes. Well worth the journey from London.

This is by far the best restaurant in the UK. Honestly everyone one needs to come, can’t believe how good the service is.

Difficult to fault. Favourite restaurant in Bath.

Coming for the Sunday roast, we tested the three meat options: chicken, pork and beef. The three versions were all accompanied by cabbage, carrots and other vegetables as well as crispy and tender potatoes at the same time. This meal was excellent. We had the crumble of the day for dessert as well as the crème caramel and pear ice cream. Everything was delicious. We will definitely come back. This restaurant may even become our favorite in Bath!

We just popped in for glass of wine but the whole experience was relaxed and enjoyable. Amazing wine selection and staff were super helpful!

Came for dinner with my Father on the recommendation of a friend. Everything was absolutely superb, though the Loin of Venison with Celeriac puree main course was a particular highlight. Highly recommended!

Had a great meal. A quiet small menu, but the quality and presentation were superb. The team was great, and I can't fault the service.

Nuestra segunda visita, última aquí en noviembre pasado y estábamos ansiosos por volver. El restaurante tiene un ambiente encantador y el personal es amable y atento. Tuvimos una preciosa mandarina margarita (todavía prefieren el original! ) y luego un poco de buena comida. Sentimos el entrante, paté de caballa ahumada con un bollo de queso salió un poco demasiado rápido y estaba demasiado frío. El resto de la comida era de primera categoría sin embargo. ¡Mis maridos venado fue una de las mejores comidas que ha tenido! Mi pasta era reconfortante y sabrosa y las coles de Bruselas con castañas absolutamente preciosas. Los postres y luego una astilla de queso con las mejores galletas acaban de terminar la comida a la perfección. No puedo esperar a visitar de nuevo.

Went for Sunday roast as place recommended. One of the nicest roast dinners. Service excellent, food arrives promptly after ordering. Meal itself very delicious and plenty of food. Also dog friendly which is good considering high end restaurant in Bath.

Acabamos de llegar para tomar una copa de vino, pero toda la experiencia fue relajado y agradable. Increíble selección de vinos y el personal era muy servicial!

Excellent place to go! For wine we had Asyrtiko Malagouzia which was fantastic. Food: We had the Jerusalem soup and the mackerel pate for starters: delicious. For mains we had venison, it was cooked to perfection with mash and sprout with chestnuts as sides (superb). For dessert we had the apple tart (divine) and chocolate mousse with cardamom very interesting. We are definitely going back 😀 Service was excellent and the atmosphere very spacious and mellow! One of the best places in Bath!

Un espacio hermoso, relajante y peculiar la cantina Beckford nos dio a un viejo amigo y a mí un almuerzo hermoso y relajado. Disfrutamos de todo lo que comimos. Todo fue inmaculadamente presentado, cocinado y creado. Volveremos.

Quality place for lunch, including both good food and good service (both of which have been in meger supply during this trip). Would absolutely repeat if I lived close by, as our host for lunch had (they chose the place...second visit for them)

Loved it best roast potatoes ever

Sun lunch Decepcionado de no tener patatas asadas frescas reales lo que tuvimos fue patatas cuadradas vrrr muy fritas no es bueno El asado al sol debe tener papas asadas adecuadas

Almorzamos el domingo aquí el 22 de septiembre. La sopa de calabaza de cebolla era excelente, gran profundidad de sabor, hermosa consistencia cremosa suave, crujientes crujientes increíbles. El plato principal fue sobresaliente por el cuidado y la pura artesanía de cada elemento. Las verduras en particular estaban tan perfectamente preparadas y deliciosas, que me dio vergüenza -nunca había probado una col rizada tan deliciosa, una zanahoria asada tan espléndida, un queso de coliflor tan delicioso, y en cuanto a las papas asadas- se puede ver en la fotografía un plato de pequeños ladrillos marrones. Estos eran los asados; primero habían sido cortados en rodajas finas y cocinados a una suavidad untuosa pero sin ir a la papilla, luego tallados en ladrillos y asados a un espléndido sabor crujiente - cuando mordisqueas en ellos la crujiente da paso al interior suave - hermoso. Gravy también excelente - creo que hemos superado tres de esas pequeñas jarras. Carne magnífica, una gran losa de carne rara perfecta. La única desventaja era que estábamos demasiado llenos para comer cualquier pudín! Sin duda volveremos una y otra vez.

Absolutely fantastic food and service. We had the best meal we’ve had in weeks there. Delicious fresh bread, lamb shoulder and sharing steak. 10/10

We managed to get counter seats on a random Sunday afternoon for what was undoubtedly the best Sunday roast I've ever had. The food was excellent and I'm sure it will become a culinary mainstay in Bath.

We had an amazing dinner! We tasted almost every dish in the menu and everything was just perfect, including desserts and wine. Excellent service and the atmosphere of the restaurant is really nice. One of our favorite restaurants from our two weeks trip, we recommend this place.

Perfect! Everything is wonderful! Spectacular food! Delicious everything we ordered. The unbeatable service! Very pleasant atmosphere! William attended to us with all the care and dedication!

Amazing lunch to end our weekend trip to Bath. The food was incredible, the best pork think I have ever had. If we did not live 3 hours away we would come back here every Sunday! Would highly recommend .

Lovely venue, with very attentive service, incredible food!

Best roast dinner ever. The service was top as well

Excellent food and service. We were the first for lunch and even the empty restaurant had a lovely atmosphere. Can’t wait to come back.

Heard good things about this restaurant so wanted to give it a try and glad we did! Very welcoming and attentive staff, that took your coats when you came into the restaurant. Lovely 2 course lunch with a bottle of white wine. The pumpkin ravioli was very nice and all well presented! I would return here for lunch again!

Absolutely wonderful. Delicious food, lovely staff, relaxed setting. A perfect evening.

Amazing experience, Michelin star quality food and service. Won't be surprised if they get a star soon.

We love you William thank you for your hospitality, best Yorkshires & potatoes ever! Thank you. Can’t wait to come back.

Lovely meal with very welcoming staff in a beautiful space. Loved the duck as well as the day boat fish!

We shared two starters, which were delicious. The staff were lovely and the place was beautifully decorated.

Lovely, inventive, seasonal dishes, with plenty of lighter, healthy options. The wine list was enticing and eclectic, with an excellent selection by the glass. The service was friendly, professional and attentive.

Went for Sunday roast and I can confidently say that it’s one of the best roast beef’s I’ve ever had, and I’ve tried a few. Would travel over from London just for this meal. The service is also faultless. We sat outside in the garden which was a nice touch.

Probably the best place I've ever eaten in. Every course was beautifully presented and tasted even better. I couldn't find any faults at all!

Delicious food and great staff. Thank you

Best Roast I’ve ever had (no exaggeration)

Fantastic welcome for drinks. Lovely garden, but we sat on the terrace. Perfect Aperol spritz.

Very attentive staff and excellent food!

Simply the best meal we had on our recent visit to the UK, beating out several Michelin stars. From the fresh raspberry gin fizz, to the perfected Sunday roast, to the fresh elderflowers on the dessert, every detail was perfect and presented with warm and attentive service. Please don’t miss!!

Fantastic lunch yesterday. Amazing food and truly attentive waiting staff. Great friendly atmosphere. Will recommend and definitely be back!

When food looks this good you can't fail to enjoy

We are great fans of the Beckford Bottle Shop, so it was a leap to go to the Beckford Canteen instead on our recent visit to Bath. What a great experience - the ajo blanco is truly the most exquisite dish I have eaten in 2024!

Had a delicious lunch here to celebrate husbands birthday . I hadn’t mentioned this when booking but it was picked up by staff .. and to our surprise William brought out a lovely mini cake complete with candle .. what a treat 🎈 Lovely staff .. lovely atmosphere and good food .. what more can you ask ! Thank you 🌻

A wonderful evening was spent here when visiting Bath, over the course of our visit we went to a number of restaurants and this is by far the best. Food was exceptional, great ingredients and flavour combinations. Service was warm, attentive and knowledgeable from the wait team and management. Will definitely be back if ever in Bath again!

We had yet another great dinner in the Beckford Canteen. There was definitely a Friday night buzz happening in the restaurant and the service was brilliant. We had a great table near the bar (It's a small place but they have made it so comfortable) which gave me a great view 'behind the scenes' which was great to see them working as a team. The menu is seasonal with plenty of options for me as a meat eater and my Pescatarian guest. All of the food looked beautiful and tasted delicious. The accompanying 2 bottles of own brand Rosé from their nearby Beckford Bottle Shop were perfect accompannemnt, and half the price of a Whispering Angel in some other Bath restaurants. We celebrated a special evening at the Canteen and now place it firmly on our list of Favourite Bath eats.

One of my best meals in Bath. The restaurant boasts a beautiful dining room and an inviting, focused menu. The service was warm and exceptional, thanks to William, the attentive general manager. This is a must-visit dining experience whenever you're in Bath.

One of my best meals in Bath. The restaurant boasts a beautiful dining room and an inviting, focused menu. The service was exceptional, thanks to William, the attentive general manager. This is a must-visit dining experience whenever you're in Bath.

Loved this place. Very relaxed atmosphere. Amazing food, knowledgeable, friendly staff and can't wait for my next visit

The best meal we had in Bath, the gnocchi was so fun. Reservations a must, the place was packed every time we passed by.

Food was delicious - the plaice was great, and the confit potatoes are a must have. Lovely garden at the back - perfect when the sun’s out. Best meal we had on our short trip to Bath.

Amazing service. Lovely people, kitchen to manager!

Delicious food and great service. Be sure to get the confit potatoes! The salads are crisp and fresh, the mains are delicious. Service was attentive and friendly. We enjoyed dining in the patio space.

Fabulous food, fast service. There are some tables outside.

We had an all round fantastic evening- food was delicious and service was brilliant too! Duck was cooked perfectly. Would highly recommend.

Grace, made the place served my friend plaice x

First time there and we will definitely come back. The food was amazing! They had a very nice greek white wine (Apla) that we enjoyed with our lunch. Of course we had to try the desserts and we enjoyed them too. The manager was very friendly and treated us to liquer shot.

What an amazing eating experience. The chefs and waitering staff do a faultless job here. Where do I start. Firstly the roast, I went for a pork belly roast. This was cooked perfectly, the pork was nice and tender and the crackling was nice and crunchy. Seasoned well. The veg which consisted of cabbage and carrots were delicious. Yorkshire pudding and cauli cheese was tasty. Special mention of the week goes to the confit roast potatoes which were plentiful, crispy and very tasty. Also the gravy which made everything taste so much better was nice and thick. Definitely recommend this place.

A delightful Sunday lunch today cooked and presented beautifully, served by really excellent staff. Our vegan meals were another level. Absolutely wonderful!

We came here yesterday for Sunday lunch , it was recommended on social media. Our food was amazing and all staff were lovely . Very happy with our experience ☺️

Genuine warm welcome, helpful staff providing excellent service, great food very well presented. Highly recommended

The best Sunday Roast I’ve probably ever had. Staff and service were also great. Will definitely be going back as soon as I can.

The service was lovely: the waitress helped to explain the menu, recommended some dishes, and even provided me with the wifi password to help with my browsing. The atmosphere was quiet and relaxed, and I never felt rushed. The food was worth the wait, beautifully presented and tasted fantastic. I ordered the trout and the cod - both were light and fresh. The trout had a perfect combination of flavours. Although the cod was on the saltier side, the slightly sweet and savoury carrot sauce helped to balance it out. Thank you for the wonderful lunch!