The Hideout is a cocktail bar in Walcot, Bath. Rated 4.8 stars from 640 Google reviews. Known for cocktails that justify the price and staff who actually know their craft. Best for date night and cocktail enthusiasts. Ranked #14 of 20 in Walcot. Features a undefined terrace, dog-friendly.
Rankings updated April 2026
The Hideout
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Quick Verdict
Locals return because the cocktails are genuinely excellent and the staff actually know what they're doing—no ego, just craft. It's small, it fills up, and it's worth the wait.
Go if you want a proper cocktail made by someone who cares and don't mind standing room by 9pm on a Friday.
About The Hideout
The Hideout is a cellar cocktail bar tucked into Lilliput Court in Walcot, Bath—the kind of place you walk past without noticing, then wonder how you missed it. No reservations, no fuss. You arrive, hope there's a seat, and if there is, you're in. The bar specialises in whisky (reviewers consistently mention "the most whiskies behind the bar I've ever seen"), but it's far from a whisky club—staff will make you an amaretto sour that'll reset your expectations, or a Tokyo Drift if you're after something sharp. The space itself is deliberately twee: bench seating, table service, a sheltered courtyard outside with heaters for when the weather turns. Reviewers praise the staff repeatedly—knowledgeable, friendly, quick to get you seated and keen to talk you through the menu or offer samples. The cocktails are the draw ("cocktails out of this world"), but the vibe is what keeps people coming back. Full by 8pm most nights. Dogs allowed on the terrace.
What Stands Out
Cocktails that justify the price
A former bartender reviewer said "Best amaretto sour I have ever had and I was a bartender for years myself." Another praised the Tokyo Drift. Multiple reviews cite "outstanding cocktails" and "cocktails out of this world."
Staff who actually know their craft
Reviewers mention "knowledgeable and friendly staff" repeatedly. One noted: "Sam and another guy made our first night in Bath very enjoyable. They know exactly what they are doing when it comes to mixing drinks." Another praised "Adam was knowledgeable and kind."
Whisky selection and depth
Multiple reviewers highlight the whisky range: "Most whiskies behind the bar I've ever seen" and "They are whisky specialists." Staff offer samples on request, and whisky flights are available.
What Customers Say
Knowledgeable and friendly staff, atmospheric and twee with cocktails out of this world.
Cool little cocktail bar, excellent staff.
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“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
No. Walk in and hope for a seat—that's how it works. Arrive before 8pm on weekdays or expect a wait. Full by 9pm on Fridays and Saturdays.
The amaretto sour is exceptional (a former bartender called it the best they'd had). The Tokyo Drift gets consistent praise. Ask the staff—they'll talk you through the menu or make something off-list if you describe what you want.
It specialises in whisky and has one of the largest selections in Bath, but it's not a men's club vibe. Staff are friendly to everyone and make excellent cocktails across the full range. They'll do whisky flights if you want to explore.
Yes. There's a sheltered courtyard with tables and heaters. Dogs are allowed on the terrace.
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