Bath City Centre · Northumberland Place
The best restaurants in Bath start with knowing what you want.
If you want Greek and Mediterranean food, sharing plates, and a warm room in the middle of Bath, Jars Meze is the clear answer. Tripadvisor Travellers' Choice. Over 1,500 public reviews at 4.8.
What makes a great Bath restaurant
Five things the best restaurants in Bath have in common.
Bath has no shortage of places to eat. The ones worth booking ahead for share a short list of qualities. Here is what to look for, and how Jars Meze measures against each.
Consistent guest ratings
A restaurant earns a strong reputation by delivering the same quality on Tuesday lunch as it does on Saturday evening. Over 1,500 public reviews at a 4.8 average across Tripadvisor and Google is evidence of that kind of consistency.
A genuinely central location
Bath's best restaurants are within walking distance of the Roman Baths, Bath Abbey, and the main shopping streets. Northumberland Place sits right in that radius, two minutes on foot from the Roman Baths.
Independent character
The restaurants people remember and return to in Bath are almost always independents. Family-run kitchens, genuine recipes, and service from people who care whether the food was good.
A format that works for groups
Bath is a city people visit with family, friends, and colleagues. A restaurant that works well for two people should also work for eight. The meze sharing format does both without compromise.
Something memorable on the plate
The restaurants that stay in conversation are the ones where a specific dish becomes the reason to come back. Slow-roasted Kleftiko, proper Moussaka, Stifado that smells like it took all day, because it did.
What kind of meal are you planning?
Bath has different restaurants for different occasions.
The best restaurant in Bath for a quick weekday lunch is not necessarily the best for a Saturday evening with eight people. Here is how Jars Meze fits each scenario.
Greek and Mediterranean
Jars Meze is Bath's standout option for Greek and Mediterranean dining. The meze format suits sharing tables, the menu covers dips, grilled dishes, and slow-cooked mains, and the central location makes it easy for visitors and locals alike.
Greek restaurant guide →Lunch in Bath
Bath has a strong lunch culture driven by visitors on day trips and locals making the most of the city. Jars Meze serves a full menu at lunch Tuesday through Sunday, which puts it ahead of restaurants that only do evening service.
Lunch in Bath →Dinner and evening dining
Evening service runs Tuesday through Saturday. The kitchen stays open until 21:30 on weekdays and 22:00 on Friday and Saturday, which gives more flexibility than many city-centre options that close earlier.
Dinner in Bath →Family dining
The meze sharing format works naturally for families. Everyone orders from the middle, children eat from whatever is on the table, and the unhurried atmosphere means no one feels rushed. Highchairs available on request.
Family restaurants in Bath →What guests say
Over 1,500 reviews. These are three of them.
★★★★★
“We picked this purely on reviews and it over-delivered. The Kleftiko was incredible, the service was warm without being fussy, and the room felt genuinely special for a Saturday night.”
Rebecca H.
★★★★★
“Read the reviews, booked a table, wasn't disappointed. The meze spread is generous and every dip tasted homemade. Already telling friends.”
Marcus D.
★★★★★
“Best Greek restaurant in Bath without question. Everything tasted fresh, the portions were generous, and the staff were attentive from start to finish.”
Oliver B.
Questions about dining in Bath
What makes Jars Meze one of the best restaurants in Bath?
Three things come up in guest reviews consistently: the food quality (Greek recipes done properly, not adapted for a safe middle ground), the central location two minutes from the Roman Baths, and the warmth of service from a family-run team. Over 1,500 public reviews at a 4.8 average backs that up.
Is it worth booking in advance?
Yes, particularly for evenings and weekends. Bath is a busy city, Jars Meze is a small restaurant, and the best tables fill quickly. For lunch on a weekday, same-day is often fine but calling ahead saves the risk.
How does Jars Meze compare to other restaurants in Bath city centre?
It is the only specialist Greek and Mediterranean meze restaurant in central Bath. The sharing-plate format, the specific regional Greek dishes, and the Travellers' Choice recognition put it in a distinct category from generic city-centre options.
Is Jars Meze good for a special occasion?
Yes. The intimate, warmly lit dining room, attentive service, and the kind of food that prompts conversation make it a strong choice for birthdays, anniversaries, or any occasion where the meal should feel considered rather than functional.
What is the best dish to order?
Most regulars point to the Kleftiko from Ioannina: slow-roasted lamb sealed in parchment with garlic, lemon, and herbs. The Moussaka and the Beef Stifado from Corfu are close behind. Start the table with dips, tzatziki, halloumi, and warm pita before the mains arrive.
Where is Jars Meze?
6 Northumberland Place, Bath, BA1 5AR. On Northumberland Place, a pedestrianised lane two minutes' walk from the Roman Baths and Bath Abbey.
Stop comparing. Start eating.
Jars Meze is at 6 Northumberland Place, Bath, BA1 5AR. Two minutes from the Roman Baths. Book online, call, or walk in and ask for a table.