The Botanist

The Botanist Worcester sits in Cathedral Square, right in the heart of the city, bringing a theatrical, plant-draped bar and restaurant to the food and drink scene. Dogs are welcome inside in the bar area, so the pavement-waiting shuffle is off the agenda while someone else orders the cocktails.

Built for casual drinks, dinners with friends, and slightly more occasion-feeling outings, the menu runs from freshly cooked food and famous hanging kebabs to botanical cocktails and a solid craft beer list. Happy Hour runs 4–7pm on weekdays, bottomless brunch is available Friday and Saturday until 2pm, and live music takes the stage every Friday and Saturday evening.

A good pick for cocktails, longer lunches, and dogs quietly judging the botanical abundance from the bar — paws under the table, everyone together.