The Hideout is a cocktail bar in Walcot, Bath. Rated 4.8 stars from 704 Google reviews. Known for knowledgeable staff and inventive cocktails and whisky selection. Best for cocktail enthusiasts and whisky exploration. Features a terrace, dog-friendly. Price range: £20–30.
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The Hideout
Across 657 rated reviews, 97% gave four or five stars.
| Rating | 4.8★ |
| Reviews | 704 |
| 1-star share | 1.5% |
| Best for | Cocktail enthusiasts |
In Their Own Words
Review highlights surfaced by Google — shown in English, with the original beneath
“Excellent staff and wonderful range of drinks within a small cosy environment.”
“Great cocktails service and atmosphere and the coolest ice cubes in bath”
“Nice quirky little bar with beers and wine as well as lots of whiskey”
Quick Verdict
Bath's most curated spirits destination: expertly made cocktails, serious whisky selection, and staff who genuinely know what they're serving.
You want expertly made cocktails and whisky knowledge in a room small enough to hear conversation.
About The Hideout
A night at The Hideout means extraordinary cocktails, music that sets the mood, and — rare in Bath — staff who know their drinks at a level that changes what you order. The stone-walled nook off Walcot is tiny, atmospheric, and deliberately upscale without feeling precious. Bartenders like Dan and Sam bring genuine passion to the menu: curious questions get real answers, requests beyond the list get fulfilled — a Singapore Sling made to order is the kind of thing that happens here. The house cocktails are the draw, with the Hideout Old Fashioned the one most people write home about, alongside a whisky range broad enough to warrant its own conversation. No bookings, so walk-ins take their chances — but the cocktails make the gamble worth it every time.
The Hideout earns its romantic reputation through both atmosphere and a serious cocktail programme — the kind of place where a dinner for two tends to extend well past dessert.
In the last 90 days, The Hideout has drawn 8 substantial written reviews (50+ characters of genuine feedback) — a measure of how actively its reviewers have been writing lately.
What Stands Out
Knowledgeable staff
A recent visitor noted being served by a bartender who answered every curious question with clear knowledge and genuine passion for the drinks he was making; another regular of years praised staff for tailoring recommendations around personal taste.
Inventive cocktails and whisky selection
Reviewers describe cocktails as 'outstanding' and 'out of this world' with 'creative flavours and presentation'; the Hideout Old Fashioned is specifically named in Google topics, and staff offer custom cocktails beyond the house menu.
Deliberate inclusivity and attention to detail
Gender-neutral facilities, LGBTQ+ safespace designation, dogs welcome, free water refills, and even the ice cubes have earned specific mention for quality—details that suggest considered hospitality throughout.
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☀️Outdoor
“Interesting interior with a range of bench and table seating inside and tables outside in the sheltered courtyard with covering and heaters”
— P Ruffles
Frequently Asked Questions about The Hideout
The Hideout in Walcot specializes in a curated whisky selection and inventive cocktails crafted by bartenders with genuine knowledge of spirits; recent visitors note staff answer curious questions with clear expertise and passion, and the bar has earned a reputation as Bath's most curated spirits destination.
The Hideout operates a no-booking policy, so walk-ins arrive hoping for a seat—a gamble that almost always pays off, though the room is small and cosy, so arriving early or during quieter times increases your chances.
The Hideout in Walcot, Bath is designated as a transgender safespace and LGBTQ+ friendly, with gender-neutral restrooms and an atmosphere deliberately built to be inclusive and welcoming to all guests.
Yes, dogs are allowed at The Hideout in Walcot, Bath, making it a pet-friendly option for a cocktail or whisky visit.
The Hideout Old Fashioned is a standout on the menu, but staff also craft custom cocktails on request; a recent visitor specifically requested a Singapore Sling and the bar delivered, so asking for something tailored to your taste is encouraged.
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