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The Bank

British, International • Swindon
Sugarvine
3.5/5
(01793) 527798 18 Wood Street, Swindon, Wiltshire, SN1 4AB (01793)5…Show
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Stylish, multi-floor restaurant and cocktail bar in a converted bank building in Swindon’s Old Town.
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About The Bank

Housed in a beautifully converted former bank building in the heart of Swindon’s Old Town, The Bank is a stylish restaurant and cocktail bar with multiple floors and a patio and terrace. It’s open from 10am until 10pm for breakfast, coffee, lunch, afternoon tea and dinner served in a Continental brasserie-style environment. Head Chef John Smith has more than 20 years’ experience ranging from AA-rosetted cuisine to Mexican, Italian and classic British and his menu encompasses sharing plates, steaks, dishes like bangers & mash and pork belly and an extensive range of classic pizzas prepared with home-made dough. Everything is cooked fresh to order using locally sourced produce. The main cocktail bars are on the middle and top floors and the top floor also has a large dance floor and DJ booth.     

Sugarvine
3.5
Food 4.0/5
Service 3.3/5
Atmosphere 3.2/5
Value for Money 3.3/5
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Opening Times
Mon closed
Tue closed
Wed 10:00 - 15:00 17:00 - 22:00
Thu 10:00 - 15:00 17:00 - 22:00
Fri 10:00 - 15:00 17:00 - 22:00
Sat 10:00 - 15:00 17:00 - 22:00
Sun 11:00 - 18:00 —
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Old Town
We booked a table for 6, for Sunday lunch, at 1pm. Ordering was quick and drinks arrived promptly. However food did not arrive until 2.15pm which was very annoying and I suspect arrived as I asked where it was! We were offered some free drinks as compensation. The food was nice but the slow arrival of it really spoilt our experience
4.5
Steve Johnson
Great fun time Exceptional service from friendly staff. Great food. Good Garden location but will be even better when we are allowed back inside.
2.8
Sue
A bit disorganised and a number of moody staff. 4 pints of beer were sent back as they were completely flat, and we were made to feel at fault for doing this, instead of the staff being apologetic or embarrassed. A couple of cocktails came out looking like glasses of squash, so they got sent back too. When they were brought back they were much better, but still no apology, despite the new cocktails proving the originals were not finished. Once again we were made to feel fussy, rather than looked after. This was all in the first hour of a 2 hour stay. Shame, as we’ve always been a fan of The Old Bank.
3.3
Julie Gage
Had the Sunday lunch.. bar service was a bit slow to begin with but improved when more staff arrived. Food was nice.
2.3
Olivia
My boyfriend and I went here for a date on Saturday evening. We went early because we were hoping it would be somewhat quiet. The service was excellent in terms of taking our order. The food was also nice but I do not think it was worth the price. The thing that bothered us was that despite COVID guidelines, it was like being sat in the smoking area of a club. Girls were drunkenly getting up and going over to other tables, shouting across the garden and generally being rowdy. In the bathroom, there was vomit on the floor of the cubicle and multiple girls chatting in there like it was a club night. We honestly couldn't wait to get out of there. The staff were lovely but they didn't seem to be bothered that COVID guidelines weren't being followed. I will not be going back for dinner but I will keep it in mind for my next messy night out...
4.0
Shelley
Our meal was outstanding really welcoming we where well looked after would recommend to anyone ... we had the Sunday lunch .... only two thing I would recommend is that they do put there heaters on outside it was a lovely day but once the sun went down behind the large building out the back it become very cold we had to move tables which give us about 15mins more in the sun so I’d recommend taking something warm to wear or even a smell lap blanket as I will do next time and they could do something to help the food stay warmer for longer as it dose go cold fast sat outside. ....
4.0
Steve Telfer
Food very nice, service good so a very pleasant had by all. Steve.
4.3
Camille
We were outside, my friend and I, and we were well cared of by the staff. I had a banger & mash and my friend chose the pasta & meatballs. At the end of our dinner, there was no food left in our plates. We enjoyed our time at The bank.
3.8
ROGER EAGLESTONE
Great Sunday lunch just a couple of let downs.We were told that there would be heaters outside but sadly we were very cold in the shade.Secondly no pizzas as advertised on the children's menu.
4.5
Robert Angus
Very good.
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The Bank File

Fact File

Main dining room capacity 86
Booking policy Reservations accepted
Function rooms available Yes
Outside dining space Yes
Average 3 course lunch price (excluding drinks) £18
Average 3 course evening meal price (excluding drinks) £25
House wine price £19.95
Wines available 30
Automatic service charge Yes
Alcohol license Fully licensed

Special Dietary Requirements

Vegetarian catering Some vegetarian main course options
Vegan catering No Vegan Food
Halal catering No Halal Food
Wheat/Gluten catering No Wheat / Gluten Free options

Family Friendly

Children's menu Yes
Baby changing Yes
High chairs Yes

Disabled Facilities

Wheelchair access throughout facility Yes
Dedicated disabled toilets Yes

Additional Information

Wifi Free
Payment by credit card Yes
Payment by debit card Yes
Drink without food Yes
Separate bar with seating Yes
Takeaway services Yes
Delivery service Yes