Welcome to Plates & Shakers, where food and drink come together as part of a carefully crafted experience. Blending traditional flavours with contemporary creativity, our menus are designed to be explored, shared, and remembered.
Recognised as Cocktail Bar of the Year 2025, we are passionate about creating immersive dining moments that complement our signature cocktails. Whether you are joining us for a relaxed evening or a special occasion, every visit offers something new to discover.
Menus Designed to Evolve
Creativity never stands still at Plates & Shakers.
Our chefs and mixologists regularly develop entirely new menu concepts inspired by the seasons, premium ingredients, immersive storytelling, and modern cocktail culture. Every refresh introduces fresh flavours, original drinks, and exciting new ideas that keep the experience constantly evolving.
Some menus feel bold and theatrical. Others lean elegant, refined, and seasonal. Every concept is carefully designed to feel distinct from the last.
Why Our Menus Change Regularly
Refreshing our menus every few months allows us to:
- Introduce seasonal ingredients at their best
- Create entirely new cocktail concepts
- Explore immersive dining themes
- Experiment with presentation and flavour combinations
- Keep the experience exciting for returning guests
- Continually push creativity further
For many guests, discovering what is new has become part of the experience itself.
More Than Just Food & Drinks
At Plates & Shakers, menus are woven into the atmosphere around you.
Cocktail menus arrive hidden inside folded love letters placed within vintage books, while food menus are presented on classic vinyl records. Candlelight flickers across carefully curated interiors as cocktails arrive with smoke, texture, and theatrical details that immediately spark curiosity around the table.
Every element is designed intentionally to create an immersive experience that feels different from a traditional restaurant or bar.
Award-Winning Signature Cocktails
Cocktails sit at the heart of the Plates & Shakers experience.
Recognised as Cocktail Bar of the Year 2025, our team has created more than 100 original cocktails entirely in-house using premium spirits, molecular techniques, and carefully balanced flavour profiles.
Some drinks arrive elegant and understated. Others are immersive centrepieces designed to surprise guests through presentation, hidden elements, and interactive details.
Every cocktail is designed to feel unique to Plates & Shakers.
Molecular Mixology & Creative Techniques
Our cocktail menus regularly feature:
- Smoke infusions
- Champagne caviar
- Vegan foams
- Layered textures
- Hidden flavour elements
- Interactive presentation
- Super-premium spirits
Each drink is crafted to deliver both flavour and atmosphere in equal measure.
COCKTAILS
Seasonal Food Menus Crafted Around Experience
Alongside our cocktails, our kitchen creates flavour-led dishes designed to complement the wider Plates & Shakers atmosphere.
Menus evolve throughout the year, allowing our chefs to introduce fresh seasonal ingredients, modern influences, refined presentation, and new creative ideas with every concept launch.
Guests can expect a balance of comforting favourites, vibrant seasonal plates, rich textures, and carefully layered flavours designed to work naturally alongside our drinks offering.
Every dish forms part of the wider experience.
GARDEN
LAND & SEA
A Different Experience Every Time You Visit
No two evenings at Plates & Shakers feel exactly the same.
Menus evolve. Cocktails change. Seasonal themes emerge. New concepts take shape throughout the venue. Returning guests regularly discover entirely new creations waiting to be explored.
This constant reinvention keeps the experience immersive, creative, and memorable long after the evening ends.
Why Guests Return to Plates & Shakers
Guests visit for cocktails and dining, but they return because the experience feels unlike anywhere else in Ross-on-Wye.
What Makes Our Menus Different
- Menus refreshed every 2–3 months
- Over 100 signature cocktails created in-house
- Award-winning cocktail bar experience
- Immersive presentation and theatrical details
- Premium ingredients and super-premium spirits
- Creative seasonal concepts
- Independent venue with a distinctive identity
- Food and drinks designed together as one experience
Everything is created to feel intentional, memorable, and worth talking about.
Visit Us and Enjoy Your Night Out in Ross-on-Wye
Cocktails sit at the heart of the Plates & Shakers experience.
Recognised as Cocktail Bar of the Year 2025, our team has created more than 100 original cocktails entirely in-house using premium spirits, molecular techniques, and carefully balanced flavour profiles.
Some drinks arrive elegant and understated. Others are immersive centrepieces designed to surprise guests through presentation, hidden elements, and interactive details.
Every cocktail is designed to feel unique to Plates & Shakers.
Opening Hours & Contact
Monday – Thursday: 12:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Friday & Saturday: 12:00 pm – 12:00 am
Sunday: Closed
Address:
9 High St
Ross on Wye
HR9 5HL
Phone: 07304 157990
Frequently Asked Questions
Do you offer vegetarian and vegan options on your menus?
Yes, our Garden Menu features a variety of seasonal vegetarian choices, and we accommodate vegan requests to ensure a delightful dining experience for all guests.
Can I book a table online for special events or group celebrations?
Absolutely. Our online reservation system allows you to book tables easily for both casual dining and private functions. For larger groups or special events, please contact us directly.
Is parking available near Plates & Shakers in Ross-on-Wye?
Yes, there are several public car parks within a short walking distance of our location at 9 High St, making your visit convenient and hassle-free.
Do you offer gluten-free menu options?
We cater to various dietary requirements, including gluten-free dishes. Please inform our team when making a reservation or upon arrival so we can best assist you.
Are your cocktails made with locally sourced ingredients?
Wherever possible, we incorporate fresh local produce and craft spirits into our cocktail creations to ensure exceptional quality and flavour.
Ready to Experience the Best Ross-on-Wye Cocktail Bar?
Book your table now to indulge in Plates & Shakers’ signature tapas and cocktails, carefully crafted to delight every guest. Our expert chefs and bartenders ensure every visit is memorable.
07304 157990
9 High St, HR9 5HL,
Ross-on-Wye
Opening Hours
Monday – Thursday: 12:00 am – 10:00 pm
Friday & Saturday: 12:00 am – 00:00 am
Sunday: Closed
Elevating Taste One Plate & Sip at a Time.
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