Popular canalside pub has transformed into cocktail bar and restaurant with a ‘hidden garden’

The Canal House, previously a cherished pub celebrated for its picturesque views, has now transitioned into the well-liked botanical-themed restaurant, The Botanist.

Last year, The Canal House was voted one of the country’s top beer gardens before it closure. The anticipation is already building among many for the new experiences that The Botanist, on Temple Street will offer.

Both The Canal House and The Botanist are brands under the umbrella of the New World Trading Company. The company expressed its desire to make The Botanist more accessible to diners, leading to the venue’s refreshing makeover.

The newly renovated establishment is now open, boasting new signage and a rejuvenated look.

The Botanist is renowned for its charming interiors, brimming with lush plants and foliage. The venue now promises to be a ‘secret garden of food and drink.’ The Botanist team has foraged high and low to curate a menu of exceptional food and drink delights, aiming to provide a unique dining experience for its customers.

A spokesperson for The Botanist shared, “Although we’ve enjoyed great success with The Canal House, we have an immensely popular proposition with our flagship brand, The Botanist, and want to make this easily available to our lovely customers at Brindleyplace. Renowned for innovative cocktail making, feel-good food, live music, and uplifting interiors, we think both locals and tourists will delight in having The Botanist on their doorstep.”

What to expect

The transformation of The Canal House into The Botanist brings a host of new features and offerings. The renewed bar and restaurant is set to bring a vibrant yet relaxed atmosphere, making it an ideal spot for various occasions - from date nights and family get-togethers to after-work drinks and laid-back evenings with friends.

The Botanist is particularly known for its hanging kebabs and sharing boards, and it also offers Sunday roasts. Its botanical-themed cocktail menu will also be introduced to the Brindleyplace location, featuring innovative twists on classics.

Customers can look forward to sipping on ciapirinhas made with basil and plum, mojitos crafted with Pod Pea Vodka and pea shoots, and strawberry elderflower mojitos.

With its inviting ambiance and exciting new venue, The Botanist is said to become a new favourite among the locals and tourists alike, adding a fresh touch to the vibrant Brindleyplace dining scene.