Bat & Ball, The Arena

We visited Bat & Ball in Stratford Westfield to watch the 2025 Belgian Grand Prix, and had a fantastic experience from start to finish. Welcome & Atmosphere We arrived slightly early and were warmly greeted at the door by a team member who quickly confirmed our reservation and directed us upstairs. Upon reaching the upper floor, we were pleasantly surprised by the range of seating options and screens available. They catered to both cricket and Formula 1 fans, which was a lovely touch. We were guided to a booth in the upper section. At first glance, we were hesitant because we couldn’t see any screens immediately. However, we soon realised there were two large screens positioned perfectly for our booth. It turned out to be an ideal hideaway spot, perfect for those of us who are a bit introverted and just want a relaxed, comfortable environment to enjoy a drink and watch the race. Pet-Friendly Touch We had our small dog with us, and although this isn’t a dog-focused venue (no water bowls or treats), the staff were welcoming and there was no issue having him with us. That level of flexibility really made the visit feel casual and inclusive. Food & Drink We ordered a butter chicken burger, a bowl of loaded fries topped with braised beef and cheese, and the hottest wings on the menu, which truly lived up to the name. Everything was delicious, arrived quickly, and was served hot and fresh. I also enjoyed a pint of Two Tribes Campfire Hazy IPA, which was a brilliant choice to accompany the meal. Service & Value The service was friendly and efficient throughout. Despite being busy, the team remained attentive. The total for our food and drinks (one IPA, one San Pellegrino, one Coca-Cola, the burger, wings, and fries) came to £55, which felt fair given the generous portions and the experience of watching live Formula 1 with Sky Sports in a high-quality venue. Summary • Atmosphere: 5/5. Lively, spacious, and full of viewing options without being overwhelming. • Service: 5/5. Quick, polite, and well-organised. • Food: 5/5. Delicious and generously portioned. • Pet-Friendliness: 4/5. Not dog-focused, but accommodating. • Value for Money: 4/5. A great lunch-and-sports combo experience but don’t expect it to be budget friendly. We’ll absolutely be back for the next race. Thanks again to the Bat & Ball team. You made our little F1 lunch date memorable.

Visited Bat & Ball on a Sunday evening and again on a Tuesday and had a great time both times. On Sunday it was definitely a vibe with good music, good people and good drinks. Special shout out to Gabriel. Great bartender with a very welcoming personality! We asked him for recommendations on drinks and he delivered both times. All the drinks he made for us were amazing!!

Had a great first experience visiting Bat & Ball in Stratford. They were showing one of England's World Cup qualifiers and the atmosphere was great! The staff made us feel welcome and provided great customer service. We ordered a number of dishes including the loaded dirty Cajun fries and the crispy squid. There also serve pizzas, desserts and have a separate kids menu.