Bath's Top 10 Light-Lunch Spots

You are on a budget, or you are on the go, but it’s lunch time and you’re hungry…Bath is full of foodie excellence, but you need a fast lite-bite that’s great value too…. fortunately, the Total Guide to Bath team have got this covered. Read on for our top ten lunch hang-outs.

1. The Coconut Tree

Where: 36 Broad Street, Bath, Somerset, BA1 5LP

About: The Coconut Tree Bath is an authentic Sri Lankan casual dining experience. 

Lunch: From fiery curries to innovative street food bites, each plate tells a story of tradition and culinary finesse. With a menu designed for sharing and an array of signature Cocotails, The Coconut Tree provides not just a meal, but an immersive journey into the rich tapestry of Sri Lankan culture and cuisine. 

Price: £15pp which includes a drink

Opening/Closing Times: The Coconut Tree Express Lunch is valid from Monday - Friday from 12pm - 4pm.

2. Bath Pizza Co

Where: Green Park Station, Bath , Somerset, BA1 1JB

About: Bath Pizza Co is a fresh, local, bespoke woodfire pizza joint.

Lunch: Enjoy a pizza paired with a pint, Prosecco or soft drink for £12.50. Grab yourself a burger with a beer or alternative drink for £14.95. Claim yourself the pasta of the day with a drink for £14.95!

Opening/Closing Times: Monday - Sunday: 12-8pm.

3. Montague's Mews

Where: 16 Royal Crescent, Bath, Somerset, BA1 2LS

About: Montague's Mews is the new restaurant and bar in Bath's The Royal Crescent hotel!

Lunch: Served between 12:30pm-4pm, Montague's Mews run a delicious set lunch menu with up to three courses available! View here!

4. Roots 'n' Shoots

Where: 10 Brunel Square, Bath, BA1 1SX

About: Plant-based takeaway near to Bath Spa train station, perfect for hungry commuters. 

Lunch: These guys love to bake and have fun with food and for balance, there are plenty of immune-boosting salads too!

Opening/Closing Times: Monday - Friday: 7.45am to 6pm, Saturday: 8.30am to 7pm, Sunday: 10am to 5pm

5. Thoughtful Bakery

Where: 19 Barton St, Bath, BA1 1HG

About: Award-winning bakery, café and bakery school close to the Theatre Royal. 

Lunch: Grab a delicious salad form their daily offering or be tempted with incredible pastries, cakes, and bread's. 

Opening/Closing Times: Tuesday - Saturday: 8am to 5pm, Sunday: 9am to 4pm

6. Chapel Arts

Where: St James Memorial Hall, Lower Borough Walls, Bath, BA1 1QR

About: A vibrant busy vegan café with a great selection of delicious vegan meals suitable for those who are both new to a plant-based diet and long-term vegans. 

Lunch: A delightful cafe with an excellent salad bar, homemade bakes and warming casseroles on a rotating fresh and seasonal menu. 

Opening/Closing Times: Monday - Saturday: 9.30am to 4pm, Sunday: 10am to 4pm

7. Chaiwalla

Where: 42 Monmouth St, Bath, BA1 1EN

About: Affordable and award-winning Indian Street Food. 

Lunch: This busy and hugely popular street-food eaterie serves delicious Indian favourites making them an excellent choice for lunchtime. 

Opening/Closing Times: Monday - Wednesday: 12pm to 6pm, Thursday: 12pm to 7pm, Friday - Saturday: 12pm to 3am, Sunday: 12pm to 6pm

8. The Kingsmead Kitchen

Where: 1 Kingsmead St, Bath, BA1 2AA

About: An independent café serving traditional dishes with a twist. 

Lunch: All day breakfast’s, if that is your thing, are highly rated alongside a creative menu in a watch the world-go-by setting. 

Opening/Closing Times: Monday - Saturday: 8am to 6pm, Sunday: 9am to 5pm

9. The Green Rocket Cafe

Where: 1 Pierrepont St, Bath, BA1 1LB

About: Another highly rated and locally loved vegan café that serve a great selection of plant-based dishes. They are also open for dinner through Wednesday to Saturday.

Lunch: This café is also fully licensed if lunch needs to be a little more sociable and serves locally sourced and seasonally goodies. 

Opening/Closing Times: Monday - Tuesday: 8.30am to 4pm, Wednesday - Saturday: 8am to 4.30pm and 6pm to 9.30pm, Sunday: 10am to 4.30pm

10. Wild Cafe

Where: 10a Queen St, Bath, BA1 1HE

About: A tucked away café on one of Bath’s pretty cobbled streets. 

Lunch: Think homemade soups, wraps, and pancakes with vegetarians more than catered for too. 

Opening/Closing Times: Monday - Friday: 8am to 4.30pm, Saturday - Sunday: 9am to 6pm