Robun

This smart restaurant in the centre of Bath offers a refreshing alternative to the city’s many brasseries and brunch spots. Crafting a modern take on Japanese yakiniku (the art of grilling meat, seafood and vegetables over a traditional robata charcoal fire), sushi and sashimi, Robun has established itself as one of the region’s most exciting dining spots – evidenced by its Michelin Plate status.

Cult Japanese classics like tempura and gyoza plus bao buns feature on the menus, but be sure to browse more creative dishes. These include chef’s selection of fresh, sliced sushi and nigiri, black cod, soft shell crab futomaki with kimchi mayo and wow-factor wagyu beef tataki served with truffle teriyaki and pepper sauce.

For a culinary journey across Japan, opt for the Taste of Robun. The eight-course menu is best paired with the house sake (the sake menu is one of the most extensive in the region) and wine recommendations.

Special attention is paid to matching the temperature of the sake to each dish, so the meal begins with a cool sake paired with citrus edamame and progresses to a warmer sake to complement the flavour of black cod.

Aga, Robun’s GM, has a background in fine dining and a love of innovative hospitality. This experience and passion combined create an atmosphere that’s both buzzy and welcoming.

Trencherman’s tip

Explore the intriguing sake, Japanese whisky and cocktail list. The talented bar team have curated a bespoke line-up of cocktails which includes the likes of smoked mezcal Negronis and a sake-infused Tom Collins.