In the heart of Montpellier lies a destination with a story that bridges past and future — the cherished Montpellier Wine Bar, loved for decades, and the newly revealed Montpellier Cellar Restaurant, an intimate dining space crafted for the next chapter. Though each space has its own character, they are united by a shared spirit: authenticity, independence, and a commitment to doing things properly.
This is a place where heritage meets reinvention. Upstairs, the Wine Bar continues its legacy as one of Cheltenham’s most recognisable social spaces — relaxed, familiar, proudly unpretentious. Downstairs, the Cellar Restaurant brings a new energy: contemporary modern British cooking, thoughtful design, and a deeper dining experience led by Executive Chef Tom Rains.
Together they form one destination with two distinct experiences: drink up in the vibrant warmth of the Wine Bar; dine down in the refined calm of the Cellar Restaurant. Different in tone, perfectly complementary — and shaped entirely by the freedom that comes with being an independent venue within The Hatton Collection. No corporate playbook. No formula. Just genuine hospitality, crafted with personality and purpose.
What follows is the philosophy that guides everything we do — in design, in service, and in the food we create.
The design of both spaces embraces a simple guiding principle: crafted, characterful, and comfortably refined. Upstairs, the Wine Bar retains its familiar warmth — the patina, the charm, the lived-in comfort of a Cheltenham institution. Downstairs, the Cellar Restaurant introduces a fresh aesthetic: candlelit tables, natural textures, layered lighting, modern detail and a sense of calm that feels both timeless and new. Everything has been considered, yet nothing feels forced. The design supports the experience — not by shouting, but by setting a tone of relaxed elegance that invites guests to linger.
Service here is led by intuition, not instruction. We believe hospitality should feel personal, warm, and genuinely attentive — the kind of service that anticipates rather than interrupts, that adapts to the guest rather than following scripts. As an independent venue within The Hatton Collection, we have the freedom to respond quickly to guest preferences, to personalise experiences, to be flexible and human. Under General Manager Jules Rains, our team champions sincerity, knowledge, and ease. Whether you’re popping in for a glass of wine or settling into a three-course dinner, you’ll feel looked after — never hovered over.
In the Montpellier Cellar Restaurant, our kitchen is shaped by a clear, confident ethos: modern British cuisine, crafted with precision, imagination and respect for the seasons. To us, modern British means celebrating the depth and quality of British produce — native seafood, high-welfare meat, heritage vegetables, artisan cheeses — and applying contemporary technique to create dishes that are expressive, flavour-forward and beautifully balanced. Under Executive Chef Tom Rains, the menu champions bold yet clean flavours, thoughtful textures, and a generosity of spirit. It’s refined, but never fussy; seasonal, but not restrictive; creative, but always delicious. Upstairs in the Wine Bar, the philosophy continues in a lighter form — our ‘cellar bites’ small plates made for sharing, dishes that pair effortlessly with a glass of something interesting, and a wine list curated around discovery and pleasure rather than convention.
Together, the Montpellier Wine Bar and the Montpellier Cellar Restaurant offer a dual rhythm that feels both familiar and exciting: heritage above, reinvention below. Under the guidance of Executive Chef Tom Rains and General Manager Jules Rains, every detail — from kitchen to cellar, service to atmosphere — is steered with warmth, creativity and purpose. Feel at home in a place where design, service and cooking work in harmony, shaped by the passion and personality of the Rains leadership and the people we welcome every day. We look forward to welcoming you to drink up and dine down.
Enjoy a charcuterie and cheeseboard to share — perfectly paired with a bottle of house wine. Whether you’re craving cured meats or atisan cheese this one’s just made for sharing.
House wine options include: Sauvignon Blanc, Merlot, or Pinot Grigio Rosé.
For every 5 glasses of wine you purchase and enjoy, your 6th is on us.
Choose from a complimentary house red, white, or rosé – it’s your journey, we’re just pouring.
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Slow down, sip up, and let golden hour do the rest.
Our midweek Spritz & Snacks offering is made for those after-work wind-downs, spontaneous catch-ups and early evening treats. For just £29, enjoy two refreshing Spritz drinks – Aperol | Hugo | Limoncello – along with three of Chef Tom’s signature snacks to share.
Think light, flavourful and perfectly paired for sipping al fresco or lounging inside with a view of the buzz.
