Business Details
Michelin Star Dining Experience in Bath
Established as one of Bath's longest-standing independent restaurants, the Olive Tree has been redefining fine dining since its inception. Awarded a Michelin Star in 2018 and recognized as Somerset's only 4 AA rosette establishment, we combine classic culinary traditions with modern techniques. Our Executive Chef, Chris Cleghorn, brings decades of experience from renowned kitchens like The Fat Duck and Gidleigh Park, curating seasonal menus that celebrate local produce. Housed beneath the iconic Queensberry Hotel, our venue merges historical charm with contemporary elegance, offering a de-formalised fine dining experience. With a commitment to sustainability and a focus on building relationships with regional suppliers, we ensure every dish reflects the best of British cuisine.Our team's expertise, spanning luxury hospitality and wine curation, guarantees exceptional service, whether for intimate meals or private events. The restaurant's unique heritage, symbolized by the legendary rivalry of Olive Snodgrass and Cherry Beckford, continues to inspire our dedication to excellence. We maintain rigorous standards through regular training and collaboration with industry leaders, ensuring every guest receives an unforgettable culinary experience rooted in authenticity and innovation.
Services
Tasting Menus
Private Dining
Wine Pairing
Seasonal Cuisine
Restaurant Reservations
Highlights and features
- Michelin-starred culinary excellence since 2018
- Executive Chef with 15+ years at top UK restaurants
- Commitment to 100% seasonal local produce
- Private dining for 6-44 guests with bespoke menus
- 4 AA rosettes for consistent culinary excellence
Associations and certifications
- Michelin
- AA Rosettes
What people say
Michelin-starred excellence
Seasonal tasting menus
Attentive service
Historic ambiance
Professional hospitality
Services
Tasting Menus
Our seven-course Taste of the Season menus showcase Chris Cleghorn's culinary artistry through meticulously crafted dishes using hyper-local ingredients. Available for lunch and dinner Tuesday-Sunday, these evolving menus feature vegetarian, vegan, and pescatarian options. Each course demonstrates technical precision while maintaining ingredient integrity, reflecting our Michelin-starred philosophy of seasonal storytelling through food.
Private Dining
Host events for 6-44 guests in our award-winning space with tailored menus and dedicated service. The venue offers three distinct configurations including our top dining section and fully private restaurant hire. Our team collaborates on wine pairings and interactive experiences, ensuring each event reflects our 4 AA rosette standards. Minimum spend requirements apply for exclusive bookings.
Wine Pairing
Curated wine selections enhance our tasting menus through partnerships with boutique producers and classic estates. Restaurant Manager Aisling Bury's team provides expert guidance on pairings that complement Chef Cleghorn's seasonal creations. Weekly wine club sessions ensure staff maintain exceptional knowledge of both Old and New World varietals.
Seasonal Cuisine
Menus change quarterly to reflect ingredient availability, emphasizing relationships with Somerset farmers and artisan producers. This approach maintains our Michelin-starred commitment to freshness while reducing environmental impact. The kitchen team works directly with suppliers to ensure provenance transparency, from meat cuts to microgreens.
Restaurant Reservations
Secure dining slots through our online system or direct contact, with 48-hour cancellation policy applying. Priority booking access available for Queensberry Hotel guests. The reservation team manages waitlists and special requests, ensuring compliance with our closure dates for maintenance periods throughout the year.
People
Chris Cleghorn
Executive Head Chef
Award-winning chef with Michelin star and 3 AA rosettes, previously at The Fat Duck and Gidleigh Park. Specializes in seasonal British cuisine using local ingredients.
Aisling Bury
Restaurant Manager
Les Roches-qualified hospitality professional with global experience at Rosewood and Hyatt properties. Established wine tasting business during pandemic and leads team training initiatives.
Laurence Beere
Proprietor
Co-owner with 30+ years in luxury hospitality, previously General Manager at Royal Crescent Hotel. Purchased Queensberry Hotel in 2003, maintaining its status as independent boutique leader.
Helen Beere
Proprietor
Co-owner with extensive experience in London and Swiss luxury hotels. Partnered with Laurence to develop Queensberry Hotel and Olive Tree since 2003.
Oliver Harris
General Manager
2016 graduate of The Edge Hotel School with progressive roles at Exclusive Collection and Whatley Manor. Joined Queensberry in 2024 to enhance luxury hospitality standards.
Questions
What dining options are available?
Seven-course tasting menu (£175), five-course selection (£145), and three-course set menu (£100) available Tuesday-Sunday. Lunch options from £55 Friday-Sunday.
Are private dining facilities available?
Yes, accommodate 6-44 guests with bespoke menus. Minimum spend applies for exclusive hires. Contact our events team for details.
Does the restaurant offer wine pairing?
Yes, curated wine selections complement tasting menus. Our sommelier team provides expert pairings from global and local producers.
What are the restaurant's closure dates?
Closed 13-19 Jan, 21-27 Apr, and 3-9 Nov 2025. Additional closures may apply during Christmas/New Year and special events.
How does the cancellation policy work?
48-hour notice required before 12:00 noon. Cancellations within this window incur £75 per person charge unless table is resold.
Reviews (4)
Sue Tripp
Nov 20, 2021
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Outstanding meal. I ate things that I wouldn't normally think of eating, but each of the 9 courses, along with recommended wines were superb. My personal favourite courses were the scallops, the beetroot, the goats cheese (even though I'm not a vegetarian) but all were absolutely fabulous. The service was second to none too. Fabulous thank you
Lexi Humbert
Oct 23, 2021
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Went for a celebratory results lunch, disappointed with the food, ordered the monkfish which was extremely salty and when brought up this to the waiter he simply took it away and ignore the issue with no apology , until we asked about it later which he responded sorry the chef agrees its too salty and didnt remake it or comp anything
also was served bread on seeds which were used by another table the day before, during covid to find this out was shocking and unhygienic same with the chocolate which was served on communal cocoa nibs
later we emailed the restaurant and received
also was served bread on seeds which were used by another table the day before, during covid to find this out was shocking and unhygienic same with the chocolate which was served on communal cocoa nibs
later we emailed the restaurant and received
Clare Lucas
Oct 19, 2021
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My husband and I came to Bath for a minimoon and booked to stay at the hotel as we'd read great reviews about the restaurant. We had a wonderful evening- I had the six course vegetarian menu and my husband had the meat. Everything on the plate had a purpose and worked together in a harmony of flavour and texture. The chocolate and olive oil dessert was a definite highlight. The staff were all fantastic and delivered an incredibly smooth service- always there to answer questions and help when needed but giving you space to enjoy your meal together. We felt thoroughly spoilt by the end of the night
Mala Shah
Sep 21, 2021
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The Olive Tree has an incredible tasting menu which can be adapted from its 9 courses, to 6 courses or you can just choose a starter, main and dessert. I ate from the vegan menu and the food was equisite! Would highly recommend. We didn’t try the wine pairings but many others did and they said they were great.
