Vegan-friendly
Western
Beer/Wine
British
Restaurant in the heart of Bath. Small plates and taster menu focused on organic, local and artisanal ingredients. Previously known as Acorn Kitchen. Instagram @oakrestaurantbath Open Mon-Sun 10:00-15:00, 17:30-21:00.
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2 North Parade Passage (at Abbey Green), Bath, England, BA1 1NX
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149 Reviews
First Review by Laura Lynne
DebbieBrotherton
Points +100
Mixed review - Edit
Small menu of small plates. Our server said they advise 4-6 dishes per person, the other server said 4-6 for 2 people. The couple opposite us fell foul of this with much more food than they needed or wanted. The dishes were lovely, and for almost 25 quid each including a glass of wine we didn't feel ripped off - until the bill came. 12.5% service charge was added. I don't recall this being mentioned either by the server or on the menu. Sort of spoilt my experience as I'm not a fan of feeling 'stung'. I get it, it's a touristy area of a touristy town but had we known we probably would have moved on and not eaten here.
Read morePros: Tasty food, Great service
Cons: Unexpected high service charge added, Expensive
Guest
Asafnb
Points +76
Didn’t know food can be so tasty - Edit
Very local organic atmosphere bland so well with this wonderful city. The food is amazing so rich and surprising.
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alistar
Points +3516
Exquisitely crafted vegan small plates - Edit
We were blown away with the flavors here. So yummy and unique with ingredients you don’t often see or eat. They are quite small plates and it was expensive when we just got two things each. We savoured every bite though. Be careful as a couple things are vegetarian.
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FreddieBurns
Points +39
Okay - Edit
The decor is very cosy and welcoming. It does a tasting menu but it is more like a standard restaurant than upmarket dining. The food is nice but not particularly special, the main course was a fancy hashbrown. The servers aren't going to take you through the dishes, and it seems the staff and most of the patrons aren't vegetarian; you get a lot of people around you talking about steak etc the entire time. I was willing to spend a lot of money because I thought it would be a unique vegan dining experience for a special occasion but I did feel quite disappointed in the end.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2025-03-17
Pros: Decor, Tasty
Cons: Expensive
Guest
LillyHunt
Points +150
Amazing feast and wine pairing - Edit
Came here for my partners birthday - it was 5 courses of amazing food and beautifully paired unusual wines (pet nat, skin contact etc). There was one non-vegan dish with homemade ricotta in pasta but there was a vegan option of a potato terrine with mushroom that was amazing. Would love to see this place go fully vegan!
Read morePros: Wine pairing, Flavours in each dish, Ambience
Cons: Unnecessary cheese dish
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soydumplings
Points +1624
Lovely ambience - Edit
The vibe at Oak was super cosy and warm. We were nestled in a nook, which felt very private and made the whole experience even better.
Read moreWe got all the small plates. Every plate could be made vegan except two, so my partner and his family had them instead.
The highlights of the night were the focaccia bread which was perfectly salty and dense - it went amazingly with the houmous.
I also loved the arancini and the beetroot.
I did feel, however, that some dishes felt like they lacked something. The broccoli fell a bit flat and the potato, although good individually was not a sharing size and wasn’t complimented by its sauces. We also didn’t receive one of our dishes, the artichoke.
Pros: The ambience , The bread
Cons: Some dishes fell flat
Guest
RogerClotworthy
Points +22
Magnificent - Edit
Currently the best ‘fine dining’ vegan restaurant I have been able to find
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2020-02-01
Pros: Healthy. , Delicious. , Innovative.
Cons: Expensive - this is ‘special occasion’ food!, Not wholly vegan as it once was, but still great.
Guest
degember
Points +47
Stunning! - Edit
Absolutely heavenly meal, amazing flavours…and the bread is to die for!!
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AniH4
Points +162
One of the greatest meals I've had - Edit
This place is a must try!! Mostly vegan menu with some vegetarian so clarify when you're ordering, but almost everything can be veganised anyway.
Read moreThe food is so different, small plates that are quite experimental but so tasty and fresh and focused on fresh, homegrown food.
They recommended 3 small plates per person, I'd say this was quite a lot for us and we left absolutely stuffed, so bear in mind and air on the side of caution.
Pros: The food was incredibly tasty , And very fresh , The atmosphere was cosy and charming
Cons: Expensive, but worthit
Guest
WavyToni
Points +80
Phenomenal flavours - Edit
We booked a table here on the spur of the moment and were absolutely blown away. The staff were so lovely and attentive and each dish was so fresh and flavourful. The menu changes throughout the year but, when we went, the pickled carrot was so fantastic I couldn't believe how obsessed I was with it! We've already discussed coming back here again and know this will be a favourite spot for us in Bath!
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AmyWoods-Ryan
Points +373
Inspired - Edit
Delicious unique small plates. The hazelnut butter was amazing and I think about it all the time. Lovely atmosphere and service. Would definitely visit again for a special occasion.
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WholeFoodLovers
Points +1390
Wonderful Dining Experience - Edit
We felt welcome immediately despite not having a reservation and they were able to accommodate us. We had only wanted a light supper but after tasting the food ordered another starter. Everything was delicious. A couple items were a little salty but still amazing. If we are able to make it back this holiday we would. Tons of fresh vegan choices
Read morePros: Fresh flavors, Polite staff, Nice vibe
Guest
izzys
Points +419
Delicious food that has been locally sourced - Edit
I enjoyed a beautiful meal here. Staff were very helpful in telling me which dishes were/could be made vegan and it was great to know that they grow the veg themselves and source other ingredients locally and responsibly.
Read morePros: Delicious food, Unusual options
Guest
joerayme
Points +194
A real treat - Edit
I’ve been to this restaurant in its various guises over the years (Acorn, and Demuths before that) and it never disappoints.
Read moreMy partner and I went again recently and had an excellent meal: the pickled carrots and fermented cashew was particularly good, elevated by a flavourful herb oil; the gnocchi was hearty and perfectly bouncy; and the desserts had a lovely balance of sweetness and texture.
The service was also excellent: attentive but not formal and stuffy.
It’s not cheap but considering you can easily pay £50 for two in a fairly standard restaurant, I think it represents reasonable value for a special treat.
Guest
Caveys
Points +104
Outstanding - Edit
The food was fresh, tasty and imaginative, disappointed people’s recommendations weren’t on the menu….. but delighted with the food
Read morePros: Most items were naturally vegan, Not processsed, Superbly tasty
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Prudanced
Points +81
A good try but not there in all aspects - Edit
A lovely little restaurant with great ambience and a good offer. What was disappointing was the execution on the day we visited.
Read moreThe Jersey royal and leek soup was a bit gloopy, which happens when you over purée potatoes. It seemed a bit of a shame to use such a special a raw ingredient in a way that removes some of its best features, so a nice idea but not necessarily a good one.
We ordered a dish that was supposed to have almonds in and another with pine nuts: neither ingredient was detectable so although nuts and seeds are shown on the menu they are not used in any quantity.
There was also not a single legume on the menu (which seems a massive oversight for a vegetarian restaurant) and the food was all a bit under seasoned.
I would go again as it felt like a lovely place and great concept, but I wouldn’t be itching to repeat any of the savoury courses: none of them was a wow. I’m hoping this was just an off-day.
The pudding (a ball of chocolate ganache and one of sourdough ice cream) was the best thing we ate - it was good.
Also paying £5.50 for a 125ml glass of kombucha seems a bit steep, even if it was lovely!
Pros: Ambience, decor, location, Concept and offer: good menu
Cons: Execution: savoury courses weren’t a wow, Under seasoned , Not a legume in sight
Guest
jb-uk
Points +75
A real restaurant - Edit
I miss proper restaurants after all these years. I feel like I eat at casual place a lot because places like this are rare.
Read moreSome delicious sauces on the food. We all loved it.
It serves vegetarian dishes so I will only offer 4 stars
Guest
Psykie
Points +167
A little gem at the heart of Bath - Edit
It is our second time in Bath, and second time at Oak. We were as impressed as we were the first time.
Read moreTheir cuisine is innovative, creative, each meal is beautifully arranged on the plate, and pleasing for the eyes, The food is an explosion of flavour and texture in the mouth. And yet the ingredients are so simple: mostly in season local vegetables.
I could feel the love and respect for each ingredient while eating. The Chef is an artist.
The staff is nice and friendly, and I like the vibe of this place. If you visit Bath, make sure you book at Oak, it’s more than worth it!
Updated from previous review on 2024-05-22
Pros: Delicious food, Creative cuisine, Great wine
Guest
onortega
Points +27
Michelin worthy vegetarian restaurant - Edit
I've been comlng to Oak for years, and it never fails to deliver. Locally grown produce, creative dishes, and home baked breads to accompany; what's not to love.
Read morePros: Everything
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sykesy
Points +274
A delicious little gem of an intimate bistro - Edit
I’ve been wanting to dine at Oak for a number of years and pleased my partner and I were able to. We went for the feast option and they accommodated for vegan only. Lovely delicious flavours, made with love and creativity. The staff were super friendly and took care of us too.
Read morePros: Scrumptious food, Intimacy , Staff
Guest
Vivienne
Points +294
Wish I lived closer - Edit
This restaurant is almost perfect in every way- great location, cosy but elegant, delicious food. I just loved it.
Read moreI was dining alone so chose to sit at the window bar area which looks out onto a small historic Bath street which was so atmospheric in the rain.
I had 3 plates and a dessert which were all really good. Beetroot pate with bread was delicious, the Jerusalem artichokes were gorgeous crunchy, savoury little bites. The chocolate ganache was deliberately super intense and bitter alone but together with the sweet ice cream it was just *chefs kiss*
The service was a little chaotic but it was super busy. The staff were all really nice though, and made sure everything came through quickly so I was finished in the time that I needed.
Wish I lived closer. 100% recommend and will be thinking about this restaurant for a long time to come.
Guest
KateEmmett
Points +4414
Delicious - Edit
Cosy place, blown away by the flavours
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Doughnut
Points +131
Small vegetarian restaurant in the heart of bath - Edit
As a "small plates and tasters" restaurant we had some highlights, such as the beetroot pate (absolutely delicious) and some plates that were average, but seemed more down to individual taste than anything. Good food, good drinks, good atmosphere.
Read morePros: Atmosphere, Staff
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charandjosh
Points +1545
Tasty tasty veg - Edit
Oak is a cute, cosy restaurant in the heart of Bath. We opted for the five course tasting menu. This started with snacks consisting of spicy almonds and olives. They also brought out pickled carrots and a cashew cream sauce - this was delicious! After this, we had a leek, potato and garlic soup. They then brought out big sharer dishes for everyone to help themselves to. The homemade bread and hummus was incredible but the star of the show was the artichoke dish. The next dish was veggie or vegan so we obviously opted for the vegan dish which was beans in a broth. This was probably our least favourite dish. Finally, the pudding was a chocolate and sourdough ice cream which was excellent. We loved eating at Oak and would definitely recommend. It is pricey but worth it for a treat.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2024-02-13
Guest
WilliamDrakett
Points +991
Vegetables have never tasted so good - Edit
One of my absolute favourite restaurants. We’ve been here many times and are always blown away. We usually have the 5 course feast which is amazing value and is a great way to try lots of the options on their regularly changing menu. For me it’s a shame that they choose to still include some dairy on the menu. The alternatives are so tasty here that I don’t see the need.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2023-10-31
Cons: Not fully vegan
Guest
MattClarke
Points +122
Great food, great wine - Edit
The food here is excellent, not everything can be made vegan. The food clearly changes up, saw some slightly unfavorable reviews but everything we had was excellent. Would really recommend. It is expensive, it's not a casual place to come but for a special occasion I would completely recommend. For a full list of food we had almonds (to be fair these were average, they were cooked which was odd), bread (Delicious sourdough focaccia), and pickled carrots (which were fantastic, surprisingly simple yeah one of the best dishes). For mains we had soup (which varies everyday), white bean ribbolata (excellent), beetroot (made vegan which was fantastic), and the pasta (which was veggie so didn't eat it, partner said it was rich but very nice). For desert we had the sourdough ice cream which I couldn't recommend highly enough, it was incredible. We had a couple glasses of wine each which were lovely. Came to just over £100 in total which is expensive but given the quality and amount of food and drink I would fully expect. Definitely come here for a special occasion, it's great!
Read morePros: Food is delicious , Staff are excellent, Wine was great
Cons: Expensive? But worth it, Couple options couldn't be made vegan?
Guest
kxtie
Points +489
How can vegetables taste so good? - Edit
This place is hands down the best food i’ve ever had in my life. Went back last night for the 2nd time - both times have had the tasting menu with wine pairing. The menu changes seasonally which is such a treat (also a great excuse to go back and try the changing menu!!). I have no photos of either occasion because I was so into the food / dining experience i forgot to take any. The staff are so lovely and super knowledgeable. The food is literally out of this world. I don’t know how they make everything taste so delicious. I would 100% recommend this to treat your self, and the wine pairing is definitely worth it too.
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