Bee's Knees in Cotswold - Phone Number, Reservations, Reviews

This is one of those places that doesn't look much from the outside. However, inside is good and the food was excellent if a little limited in choice in the middle of the day and a touch over priced.

Great traditional pub with good beer and a great smoke house. Great for watching sport too as they have a big screen out back

We turned up not really knowing what to expect on a hot day after a long journey, staff were welcoming and super friendly we came as a large family group with the usual assortment of allergies and fussy kids. Fin out waiter was super attentive to everyone adapting the menu as best as possible to suit us all. Really looking after my elderly parents needs. The food is fantastic proper American style BBQ menu all cooked fresh I had the Calamari starter which was moist and fresh quite an achievement these days having rarely had non chewy Calamari. Will definitely visit if I come to Cirencester again. Thankyou Fin and the rest of the guys in the kitchen and Bar 🍻

The food was good,service not as good and was charged a further 10 % When quesioned was told it was to late to change the Bill. This was not service and won't eat here again. Shame

Nice pub with nice staff and atmospheric music

Had a lovely evening here with a group of friends. Service was fantastic and the food amazing. So wish this pub was in our village. Highly recommended.

Ordered the platter to share and whilst it was very tasty, there wasn't much. One slice of beef, 3 chicken wings (???) small tablespoon of pulled pork, dollop of slaw and 10 chopped gherkins. Could really do with more for 25 quid. The saviour was the extra portion of pulled pork chips.

If you are looking for a quiet meal in a peaceful environment I suggest you look elsewhere. I hated it, but am probably not the target clientele. I had previously posted a harsher review but received a thoughtful and cogent reply from the business owner, so have deleted and re-posted. My scoring remains the same

Staff were very welcoming and friendly when we arrived. The food is meat based, generous portions and extremely well cooked and flavoured. We really enjoyed our meals. It's a bit out of the way but certainly well worth visiting.

Popped in here for dinner on our first night of our weekend in Cirencester and loved it. Fantastic service. The ribs were amazing and also lovely half lobster.

Food was excellent brilliant atmosphere will be returning

Their Sunday roast is so good! A lovely small pub in Cirencester which does great ales and great food. The portions were generous and the service was great. Highly recommended if you’re ever visiting.

Out for a family birthday meal and we all had a lovely time. Will definitely be going again.

Found Bees Knees by accident while trying to find a pub showing the football! Great beers, great atmosphere and service. Went back the next night for food, experience just got better! More great beer, food and service! Took a group of 14 next night too, once again, amazing food with great beer and service. This is how local pubs should be! Wish it was my local... 😉☺️

Lovely staff/land lady, but food was sadly pitiful. £22 platter consisted of 1 sausage, 2 wings, tiny tiny blob of pulled pork and 2 small slices of brisket (+chips, coleslaw, sauce). The sausage was banging to be fair, but the rest didnt impress and wouldn't have known it was smoked at all. My partner had the brisket burger which was also dry and not great. Overall I thought it was ridiculously small for the price and very underwhelming. Sorry to the lovely land lady, but had to be said as Ive been drooling all over the gallery all day so have left quite gutted.

Hidden Gem for Sunday Roast with Exceptional Service! Tucked away in the charming Cotswold, Bee's Knees proved to be a delightful surprise for our last-minute Sunday feast. After facing fully booked signs at other establishments, we were fortunate to snag a table here, drawn in by its promising reviews. Arriving as the first guests, we admittedly harbored some doubts about the food. Yet, those reservations swiftly dissipated with the first bite of their impeccable roasts. Each portion boasted generous servings, and the meats were expertly prepared to perfection. Accompanying side dishes were clearly thoughtfully selected, enhancing the overall experience. Not only did Bee's Knees impress with its culinary delights, but their customer service was equally outstanding. From the moment we stepped in, we were warmly welcomed and attended to with genuine care and attention. The staff went above and beyond to ensure our dining experience was seamless and enjoyable, adding a personal touch that truly elevated our visit. Their friendly demeanor and willingness to accommodate our needs made us feel valued and appreciated as guests. Bee's Knees sets a high standard for hospitality, making it a destination worth returning to time and time again.

Just had one of the best roast dinners I’ve had in a while. I had the roast chicken which had been slow cooked on the BBQ Grill and the meat was so tender, the best I’ve had in a long time. The only thing I would say is that it was a little cold.

Nice pub with good atmosphere. Drinks aren't at rip off prices like in some places!

Fantastic food with wonderful flavours and very filling dishes! It was a shame I couldn't manage dessert 😕

These guys are Pit Masters! Superb BBQ offering and great service.

The best roasts in Cirencester, friendly staff and a lovely atmosphere

Great food and friendly staff. There was a wait for our food but we were informed when we enquired about a table and the staff kept us updated. It's definitely worth a visit for a really good burger and fries.

While staying 1 night and arriving around 8pm in Cirencester, we need some last minute food. We called ahead and despite it being late, we were well accommodated. The food was barbecue smoked - there were a few bits that had run out, be we were warned about this when we called. The food was lush. Would thoroughly recommend give this place a go. Thanks for the great evening 😀.

Great food ,great taste just great all round

6.80 for a Guinness won't be back

Lovely staff, always feel welcomed and food smells fantastic!!!

First time I've eaten in the Bees Knees. Amazing food, open fire, relaxing, friendly and helpful staff. Will definitely be back again We had a mixed platter, so much food, incredible flavours. Beef, ribs, chicken, pulled pork, all cooked on their smoker. With coleslaw, peppercorn pineapple.

Amazing experience. Tasty food and nice atmosphere. Stephan made us feel very good and his service was top. Thank you!

Lovely pub, need to eat there,food looks delicious.

Nice pub with excellent staff serving good quality food

Great food, and fantastic Service

Great food and wonderful local service. We really felt at home. 4 of us had drinks, an early dinner and desert. The staff could not have been more accommodating. A very friendly atmosphere and lots of choices, including barbecue ribs which were delicious. So was the salted squid appetizer. Do try it. It's also available as a main course. So we'll, next time!

We happened upon this pub as a last minute meeting place and have been absolutely delighted by the find. 4adults and 3 children were welcomed with smiles. Food was top notch and the pub itself is clean, organised and obviously well looked after. Team have done a great job and we will definitely return in the future. Beers good too :)

A true GEM...WONDERFUL food, outstanding Service! The Bees Knees - such a cute picture in my mind! - Will definitely be our Pub of Choice when next we return to the phenomenal City of Cirencester!

charming place. great service. wishing for good BBQ food... Call ahead as they sell out

A cute pub that serves amazing smoked food. The ribs are fantastic and the Sunday roast is very nice. The staff were helpful and friendly. It's also a dog friendly pub.

Great little pub, absolutely love the hurricane amber beer, the food is amazing as well, check out their twist on Christmas menu if you get a chance.

Amazing food with proper smokers in the garden will be going again

Great food, great service. Very friendly and welcoming x No fault of their own, but transitioning the desert menu so just ice-cream, which was also lush 🥰 We hit it mid week for a birthday catch up with friends, so can't comment on the overall atmosphere as that wouldn't be fair. It suited us just eating and chatting together Will definitely go back.

Went with friends for a meal. We had the brisket burger and a crab BLT. It was one of the best burgers I've ever had! Staff were friendly and the beer was good, what more do you want?!?

What a great place. Smelled delicious. Good was great, staff were lovely. Clean amd inviting. Decent parking.

Some of the best food I have had for a long time. And very reasonably priced. Would 100% recommend this place! Keep up the good work!!

We popped in for a drink, and what a great place. We didn't have food, but my god, the smell was amazing.

Just popped in for a drink, Neil the owner is such a friendly guy. Felt right at home. Will be back to try the food. Great outside area, as well as inside.

Fantastic food and comfortable surroundings! Beer well maintained and reasonably priced. Enjoyed a meal as a couple; ordered calamari and a BBQ platter (a pictured). Generous portions to suit all palettes including sauces and seasoned fries. Will be back again soon; it's a slightly hidden gem!

Brilliant place! Lovely staff the food was insane never tasted anything like it!!!! Will defo be coming back again!!! 😍😍😍 Well done!! 🖤❤ We have since been again and had the Sunday Roast...well it was amazing°°°° 😍😍😍😍😍❤️🖤

Superb place 👌 👏 Superb service and excellent quality 👌 👏 👍

I had the most fantastic experience at Cheeky Swine Smokehouse and Grill in Cirencester. From the moment I stepped out of my car, the mouthwatering aroma of smoked meat enveloped me. As I entered the pub, the back area greeted me with a delightful outdoor space adorned with tables and a covered area, complete with smokers, perfect for both sunny and rainy days. The BBQMates reverse flow smoker, alongside the ProQ cabinet smokers, showcased the establishment's commitment to high-quality BBQ. The friendly and comfortable bar area, complete with TVs for sports enthusiasts, added to the welcoming atmosphere. Neil, the passionate and friendly landlord, truly stands out. His dedication to authentic BBQ is evident in every bite. The brisket is an absolute standout, perfectly cooked, while the pork is simply incredible. The pub's family-friendly environment and disabled access make it an ideal destination for all. Overall, Cheeky Swine Smokehouse and Grill is a hidden gem that I can't recommend enough. The combination of delectable smoked meats, inviting ambiance, and the genuine passion of the staff, especially Neil, make it a must-visit spot in Cirencester.

Perfect pints. Wife had a cider and I an Amber Ale.

Cheeky Swine bbq Platter was excellent. Great selection of beer.

A traditional pub with good ales. We didn't eat but the barbecue food we saw others enjoying looked and smelled delicious. Handy short walk from the Premier Inn and nicer than a Beefeater!

We were a group of 10. We had great food and are planning a return visit.

The Cheeky Swine at the Bees Knees (at the Plume of Feathers) is a really good neighbourhood pub. The staff are attentive and friendly, the interior itself is clean and well thought out and the owners have been careful to retain all the character of this century old pub despite the recent renovations. However, it is the food which really makes this place stand out, the Cheeky Swine crew have a really good menu of barbecue and smoked food with really creative herbs, seasoning and sauces cooked over maple wood fresh every day. We have only been there a few times, but everything we have had has been really good. Even normal sounding things like burgers and fries are bursting with flavours which make eating here really special. A great combination of down to earth, friendly and charming local pub with unexpectedly fantastic food! Thank you, keep up the hard work and welcome to the neighbourhood!

Fantastic BBQ, smoked on site. Had the Korean chicken and it was delicious. Highly recommend; good beer, great BBQ menu, friendly staff, clean, reasonable prices, car park and outside area.

I went to the bee's knees with a friend to try cheeky swine smokehouse and grill at this pub. We tried the beef burger and 3 bee's burger which was very good. Seating outside rear of pub with covered area. Good Pub will visit again.

Brilliant food and great staff!

The food was amazing. Staff friendly and very helpful.

Wow! I’m in love with the food in The Bees Knees. Stunningly tasty fillet steak with all the trimmings. What a change. The perfect sports pub

Good range of drinks , tidy and clean throughout , no faults , would definitely return

A good pint is served here and the bar staff are welcoming

Excellent pub with skittle alley/function room, Sky Sports and BT Sports

Never open, even though it says on google that it is.

If this is the place I think we were at is was very nice but food over priced. A toasted sandwich for £6 . Staff great and setting wonderful

Great place great staff great atmosphere such a buzz

Very friendly staff. Good selection of drinks and lots to do. Pool darts skittles crib and sky sports on multiple screens. Average prices for ciren pub

Friendly best pub in Cirencester

Great skittles . Lovely 3B beers.

Quaint country style pub. Used a lot by locals

True friendly locals' type of pub. Exactly as it should be: friendly, lots of games, well-kept real ale. Most impressive old-style mathematical wallpaper in the gents!!!!!

Good well kept ale and friendly company/landlord.

Great pub , only pub left in this area

Loved the place very friendly people felt very welcome

Friendly staff Friday night's darts night ....

Great pub! Live music, great beer, brill landlord

Local pub. Great beer. Good atmosphere. Grass roots well run local.

Great atmosphere & friendly locals

Sky tv, darts, pool and a fantastic well kept bar.

Good general pub. Good atmosphere.

Very good pub , warm and friendly

Great space for darts at the front of the pub and a spacious bar area. Well worth a visit

Great place and the landlord is a nice guy

Nice traditional pub, good quality drinks, with pool, darts and sport on tv. Nice place

A good pub with tv pool darts etc etc and a good pint

Good pool table and new landlord is friendly. Dog friendly and great for a quick pint.

Delicious home cooked pub grub and polite friendly staff. Great sports coverage and entertaining locals.