The Dark Horse is a standout cocktail bar in the heart of Bath, offering a warm and memorable escape at 7A Kingsmead Square.
Set within an intimate space defined by antique décor and rich wood accents, it creates the kind of atmosphere people seek when they want more than just a drink — they want an experience.
Whether you are planning a relaxed evening, a special date night, or a stylish catch-up with friends, The Dark Horse brings together classic hospitality and inventive mixology in a setting that feels both inviting and refined.
At the center of the experience is a thoughtfully crafted drinks selection designed to impress. Guests can enjoy great cocktails alongside a carefully chosen wine list, with a full range of beer, spirits, and wine available as well.
Food is also served, including food at the bar, making it easy to settle in for a complete night out. With dine-in service, delivery options, table service, and seating that encourages guests to linger and enjoy the moment, The Dark Horse is built for comfort as much as quality.
Free water refills, restroom facilities, and Wi‑Fi — including free Wi‑Fi — add to the ease of the visit, while the cozy, romantic, trendy, and upmarket feel makes the venue especially appealing for those looking for something elevated yet approachable.
The Dark Horse is also a place that values convenience and inclusivity. Reservations are accepted, helping guests plan ahead with confidence, and payments are made simple with credit cards, debit cards, and NFC mobile payments.
Accessibility features, including a wheelchair-accessible car park and wheelchair-accessible entrance, help ensure the bar is welcoming to a wider range of visitors. Backed by an outstanding 4.70 out of 5 rating from 975 reviews, The Dark Horse has earned a strong reputation for quality, atmosphere, and service.
For anyone looking for one of Bath’s most inviting cocktail destinations, it offers the perfect blend of style, substance, and genuine hospitality.
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Our Story
Welcome to a place where great food meets warm hospitality. We believe dining is more than just a meal - it's an experience to be savored and shared.
Our kitchen is dedicated to creating dishes that bring people together, using recipes that honor tradition while embracing innovation.
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Hear from our valued guests
This little bar is brilliant! We unfortunately didn't get to spend much time here but the service was excellent, such a friendly girl on the front of house. We had a couple of great drinks. One was the white pepper non-alcoholic drink and that was really refreshing. The atmosphere is dark and moody but in a good way. Like a really nice relaxed lounge bar. The music is not too loud. They have a couple of small rooms with sofas, so if you are in a group then these would be perfect for you to all hang out in. The bar is cool and their cocktail selection is amazing. Would definitely go back!
Absolutely love this bar. Staff were incredibly attentive. The atmosphere and decor are amazing, has a real cosy, chilled vibe. Good music played at a decent level so talking is easy and I didn't have to raise my voice. The cocktails are amazing, they can take a little while to get to you with only one person making them (most likely due to covid restrictions of how many people allowed behind the small bar) but they are worth the wait and the price. We were sat at the bar and could see that both staff members were making drinks as fast as possible but still taking care to mix them properly. We both enjoy an old fashioned and the old fashioned here is absolutely delicious. We will return again.
No wait on a Sunday night around 9:30, although it seemed the place where you would definitely want one on busier nights. Great well balanced menu with a good variety of lighter lower ABV drinks all the way to heavier spirit-forward cocktails. The bartender was very knowledgeable and able to talk you through the menu. Would strongly recommend a visit here while in Bath.
Exceptional experience brought to life by the server Cam. Great recommendations, friendly and always around to help. Drinks were excellent and a great atmosphere. Top notch place for cocktails
A fantastic cocktail bar in central Bath, great service with friendly, knowledgeable staff. Very cool decor. Strong selection of spirits with some great rums, good menu with variety and happy to go off menu if it's not too busy. The Mai Tai and the Painkiller were stellar A++ 🍹
Great hide pub in Bath! Friendly and welcoming staff, bespoke cocktails, great for drinks with friends or drink dates 😃 Booking recommended.
Lovely little bar tucked away I was recommended by a friend... Glasses were frozen so drinks were lovely n cold for Beer n cocktails Staff were so polite nicest ones throughout our stay in Bath
This place is superb, especially at 1 am, since it stays open until 2 in the morning. There was someone guiding us downstairs, as the entrance isn’t very obvious. Inside, there are three different rooms, each uniquely delightful, and the ambience is incredible. The cocktails are delicious, with strong and satisfying flavours. Highly recommended
Quirky cocktail bar that felt like a hidden gem! Service was very personable and attentive but not too in your face. We loved the decor and atmosphere - felt like a secret exclusive club inside. Cocktails were very well made with a lot of choice. We would definitely visit again!
Lovely little cocktail bar. The staff were super friendly and knowledgeable about all the cocktails on the menu and gave us some good recommendations. Love the atmosphere and style inside. We chose off the specials menu they had on and all the cocktails we had were superb!
Common questions about The Dark Horse
The Dark Horse is located at 7A Kingsmead Square, Bath BA1 2AB, United Kingdom, Bath, Bath BA1 2AB, United Kingdom.
You can reach The Dark Horse by calling +44 1225 302820.
The Dark Horse has a rating of 4.7 out of 5 based on 975 customer reviews.
The Dark Horse features the following accessibility: Wheelchair-accessible car park, Wheelchair-accessible entrance.
The Dark Horse features the following service options: Dine-in, Delivery.
The Dark Horse features the following highlights: Great cocktails, Great wine list.
The Dark Horse features the following offerings: Alcohol, Beer, Cocktails, Food, Food at bar, Free water refills, Spirits, Wine.
The Dark Horse features the following dining options: Seating, Table service.
The Dark Horse features the following amenities: Restroom, Wi-Fi, Free Wi-Fi.
The Dark Horse features the following atmosphere: Cozy, Romantic, Trendy, Upmarket.
The Dark Horse features the following crowd: Groups, LGBTQ+ friendly, Tourists, Transgender safe space.
The Dark Horse features the following planning: Accepts reservations.
The Dark Horse features the following payments: Credit cards, Debit cards, NFC mobile payments.
The Dark Horse features the following parking: Paid street parking, Difficult to find a space.
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