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Food - The Bear Inn, Bath, Bath and North East Somerset

The Bear Inn

4.3 (295)
£25 and under
Gastro Pub
6-10 Wellsway, Bath, Bath and North East Somerset BA2 3AQ

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The Bear Inn

4.3
£25 and under
Gastro Pub
Bath

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 8 times today

About this restaurant

  • Neighborhood gem
  • Good for groups
  • Dog-friendly
Bear Inn, formally known as The Bear, will be bringing you fresh seasonal ingredients to Bath through our innovative menu.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    £25 and under
  • Cuisines
    Gastro Pub
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Fri 8:00 am–11:00 pm Sat 8:00 am–11:45 pm Sun 8:00 am–10:00 pm Brunch Mon–Sat 8:00 am–11:30 am Sun 8:00 am–11:00 am
  • Phone number
    01225 425795
  • Website
    https://www.bearinnbath.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Private party facilities
    Have you got an occasion coming up? Our Private Dining Room is the perfect space for a drinks or dinner party with your friends and family. It can also be used for a private screening for the next sporting event or even a presentation to a new or existing client.
  • Private party contact
    Meetings & Events Manager: 01225 425795

All Experiences

  • Christmas Day at The Bear Inn

    £87.00 per person

    1 - 8 people

    Dec 25, 2026 only
    This year, pass on the prep, skip the stress and get straight to the very best bit about Christmas: incredible food and drinks with family and friends. We’ve got an unbelievable menu with options to put a smile on everyone’s face. Our pub is the perfect place to get everyone together, kick back in comfort and experience the joy of Christmas Day at your favourite local. Kids menus are available on request – please get in touch directly via email or phone.
    Christmas Day at The Bear Inn Photo

  • Christmas is coming at The Bear Inn

    £35.00 per person

    4 - 50 people

    Nov 12, 2026 - Dec 31, 2026
    Book your Christmas catch up and enjoy our two, or three course set menu - packed full of festive flavours to kick off your Christmas celebrations in style. Join us for a celebration with workmates, a Christmas get together with friends, or a festive family lunch and get yourself into the spirt of the season.
    Christmas is coming at The Bear Inn Photo

  • PUB QUIZ

    1 - 8 people

    Multiple dates available
    Our hugely popular weekly pub quiz!

Private dining

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Reviews

OpenTable reviews from verified diners

Reviews from people who have dined at The Bear Inn.

4.3

4.3
(295)
  • 4.3Food
  • 4.4Service
  • 4.3Ambience
  • 4.2Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Bear Inn offers "great food" with an "unusual menu" and "friendly staff" in a "lovely dining area." Known for its "amazing Sunday roast," it is praised for "excellent, relaxing evenings." Some concerns include dog-friendly dining areas and occasional service hiccups. Overall, it's a "highly recommended" spot for a delightful experience.
295 Reviews

  1. Rod

    Bath1 review

    4.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    We visit about once a month for Sunday lunch and are never disappointed.

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  2. Karen

    London1 review

    3.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    We were served by 2 servers, one was very attentive and professional, the other quite dismissive. Food was ok, but very expensive for what you got. Portions quite small and left still hungry.

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  3. Mark

    London1 review

    2.0

    Dined on November 1, 2026

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 1
    Nice enough local Pub, but allowing large dogs in the dining room was already unpleasant enough, but when other dinners then set their plates down on the floor to be licked clean, that’s too much for me to ever return. I’m a dog owner, and dogs in Pubs are great, but not in separate and dedicated dinning rooms. This should have been controlled by the staff.
    The Bear InnResponded 2 days ago
    Hi Mark Thank you for taking the time to share your experience. We're genuinely sorry that this aspect of your visit left you feeling uncomfortable. We want The Bear to be somewhere everyone can relax and enjoy their time, whether they're visiting with a dog or simply enjoying a meal. We appreciate that there is a balance to be struck, and your comments about dogs in dining areas and the behaviour you witnessed are certainly worth taking seriously. We'll be discussing your feedback with the team, as we never want anyone to leave feeling that their concerns haven't been considered. We're sorry we didn't get things right for you on this occasion Warm regards The Bear Inn team

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  4. Sheila

    Cheshire3 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on October 23, 2026

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Unusual menu with a good variety. Staff very efficient.
    The Bear InnResponded 2 days ago
    Hi Sheila We love doing things a little differently with our menu, so it's great to hear the variety caught your eye! Thank you for the kind words about our team, too – efficient service makes all the difference, especially when the pub is buzzing. We're glad you enjoyed the lively atmosphere and hope we'll have the pleasure of seeing you and your group again for another visit Warmest regards The Bear Inn team

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  5. Michael

    Melbourne2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on October 14, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food , friendly staff and genuine hospitality
    The Bear InnResponded 2 days ago
    Hi Michael Being called a neighbourhood gem is quite possibly one of the nicest compliments we could receive! Thank you for recognising the heart of what we do. Great food is important, but making people feel genuinely welcome is what really brings a place to life. We're so pleased you experienced both at The Bear, and we're grateful you took the time to share it. Here's to many more good meals and good times! ❤️ Warm regards The Bear Inn team

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  6. Lyn

    Toronto9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on September 30, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Easy to get reservation. We really enjoyed our meal & dessert
    The Bear InnResponded on October 7, 2026
    Hi Lyn It’s great to hear you had such an enjoyable meal with us. We’re glad everything from the food and service to the value hit the mark, and that you finished things off with a dessert you enjoyed too! We’ll hopefully have you back at the table again sometime soon. 😊 Best wishes The Bear Inn team

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  7. Charlotte

    London1 review

    2.0

    Dined on September 27, 2026

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 2
    Sadly disappointed with my visit to The Bear. Firstly, nearly all the beers were unavailable as they were the evening before too. Service was OK and some of the staff were friendly and helpful. Very few other diners in. The roast dinners were expensive and sadly rather tasteless. Very fancy sounding but in reality a tepid meal with little flavour. The same weak gravy was served for all the different meats on offer so clearly not made with any meat juices. Wouldn't expect to have to pay extra for sides when the start price is around £22/24. The pigs in blankets were particularly disappointing - £6 for 5 insipid pale small sausages. Cauli cheese was the only thing piping hot and very tasty! I had said the meal was for a 95th birthday, so had hoped half expected some recognition of that, if only a candle in a pudding. All in all a rather disappointing meal, so won't be back.
    The Bear InnResponded on October 12, 2026
    Hi Charlotte We’re truly sorry your visit was disappointing, especially as you were celebrating such a special milestone as a 95th birthday. We understand how important it was for the occasion to feel special. We’re sorry the food didn’t meet your expectations. Although our menu and pricing are set by Head Office, we value your feedback regarding the food and have shared your comments with the relevant teams. As a pub and restaurant, we don’t offer specific birthday packages, However, with prior notice, guests are welcome to bring their own cake and decorations to make the occasion more personal. Thank you for sharing your feedback with us. We genuinely appreciate your comments and will take them on board Warm regards The Bear Inn team

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  8. Christine

    Bath1 review

    5.0

    Dined on September 18, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    After a day's site seeing in Bath we didn't want to walk too far. We discovered that the Bear Inn was only a short 8 minutes walk from our B&B so booked as it was a Friday evening. We were shown to our table and our drinks order was taken straight away; a lovely pint of beer and a glass of wine hit the mark! We ordered our food all of which was really good; nicely presented, hot and tasted great. The service that we received was excellent. The restaurant filled up and was busy by the time we were having desserts so we were pleased that we had managed to get a table. An excellent, relaxing evening.
    The Bear InnResponded on September 23, 2026
    Thank you so much for such a lovely review! ❤️ Hi Christine It sounds like you found us at just the right time after a busy day exploring Bath — and we’re very glad that first pint and glass of wine hit the spot! 🍺🍷 Really pleased you enjoyed the food and that everything came out just as it should. It’s especially nice to hear that the service helped make it a relaxing evening, particularly once the pub started filling up. And thank you for booking ahead on a Friday night — it sounds like you got your table just in time! We really appreciate you choosing the Bear Inn for your evening and taking the time to tell us about it. We hope you’ll come back and see us next time you’re in Bath. Warmest wishes The Bear Inn team

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  9. Vicki

    London1 review

    5.0

    Dined on September 6, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The most amazing Sunday roast i have ever had highly recommend the staff are great and you must have one of their puddings!! Will be back
    The Bear InnResponded on September 10, 2026
    Hi Vicki WOW — thank you so much for this incredible 5-star review! 🤩 Hearing that you’ve had the most amazing Sunday roast ever honestly means the world to our whole team! 🥰 We’re absolutely thrilled that you loved the food, enjoyed the service from our team, and — most importantly — made room for one of our puddings! 🍰 Your kind words and recommendation truly mean so much to us, and we’ll be sharing them with the entire team. It’s feedback like this that makes all the hard work so worthwhile. We absolutely loved having you with us and can’t wait to welcome you back for another delicious Sunday roast (and, of course, another pudding! 😉). Thank you again for making our day! ❤️ Warmest regards The Bear Inn team

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  10. Shelley

    London8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on July 22, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely dining area, great food (a more interesting menu than your usual pub grub too) and friendly service.
    The Bear InnResponded on July 27, 2026
    Hi Shelley Thanks for such a lovely write-up😊! It’s great to hear you enjoyed the dining area, the food, and the friendly service. We’re always looking to keep our menus interesting and a little different from the usual pub fare, so it’s fantastic to know that came through during your visit. We’ve just introduced our new prix-fixe menu, so we’d love for you to come back and give that a try too. We’ll pass your kind words on to the team, and hopefully we’ll see you again soon (perhaps with a cocktail in hand! 🍸) Best wishes The Bear Inn team

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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    £25 and under
  • Cuisines
    Gastro Pub
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Fri 8:00 am–11:00 pm Sat 8:00 am–11:45 pm Sun 8:00 am–10:00 pm Brunch Mon–Sat 8:00 am–11:30 am Sun 8:00 am–11:00 am
  • Phone number
    01225 425795
  • Website
    https://www.bearinnbath.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Private party facilities
    Have you got an occasion coming up? Our Private Dining Room is the perfect space for a drinks or dinner party with your friends and family. It can also be used for a private screening for the next sporting event or even a presentation to a new or existing client.
  • Private party contact
    Meetings & Events Manager: 01225 425795

FAQs

Yes, The Bear Inn accepts private parties and does have a private dining area that staff have used to seat groups for Sunday lunch.

For families, yes, staff make space for prams and welcome babies, so there's practical space beside tables for parents with young children.

Yes, dogs are welcomed: guests frequently mention dining with dogs and several reviewers note a warm, dog-friendly welcome.

Business casual, aim for neat, comfortable, and polished rather than formal.

Sunday is a favourite, guests repeatedly praise the Sunday roast and Sunday lunch at The Bear Inn.

Yes, dogs are a familiar sight at The Bear Inn; guests report dogs being present in the pub and dining areas and describe a welcoming staff response.

Yes, guests say The Bear Inn works well for couples, offering a cosy, welcoming atmosphere that suits a relaxed evening out.

Yes, The Bear Inn offers outdoor seating; guests mention sitting outside at the front and using picnic tables at the side, often enjoying lunch in the sunshine.

The Bear Inn feels friendly, cosy and welcoming, a lovely, light dining area sits alongside a more pub-like space with sport screens, so it suits families, couples and groups alike.

For the signature Sunday roast, plan for Sunday lunch, guests repeatedly praise The Bear Inn’s roast, Yorkshire pudding and generous portions on Sundays.

Yes, families are welcome: reviewers describe patient staff with children, space for a pram beside the table, and several family visits with children reported.

The Sunday roast portions are generous, guests repeatedly describe the Sunday roast as very generous and exceptionally filling.

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The Bear Inn

4.3
£25 and under
Gastro Pub
Bath

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 8 times today
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