Boars Head in South Gloucestershire

Having the surname Aust. We visited the Boar’s Head in the village of Aust today for lunch. A very warm and friendly welcome, thank you to all the staff, our food was delicious.

Had a lovely meal today. I have a few allergies and they were amazing. Took care of me very well. Even prepared my meal separately to avoid contamination. Couldn't ask for better customer service. Would highly recommend 😊

Had such a lovely afternoon. Very warm and friendly welcome, had a delicious 3 course meal on saturday afternoon, and our 4 legged friend was spoilt with his water bowl and many treats and fusses. Our fish and chips was 1st class with service to match. Such a cosy and friendly atmosphere, we will most certainly be back. Thank u for a lovely afternoon.

Beautiful food as always. Lovely staff polite and attentive

Lovely pub, staff are incredibly helpful, friendly and attentive. The food is always spot on and great size portions. It's a great pub to be sat inside with lots of history, the garden is a great place to be when the sun is out. Couldn't recommend it enough.

Absolutely fantastic, local country pub. Just THE best. 10/10 for everything.

Went over the bridge to the Boars Head this Monday evening for a birthday meal with the wife. This was my first visit after many recommendations from friends and neighbours. Our welcome was very friendly & accommodating (we arrived extremely early) as were all the staff, the environment & atmosphere is super pleasant, with the meal & service being exceptional. Many thanks to the Boars Head Team. We will most certainly be back & we won’t be on our own.

Came here as a table of 9 for a special 60th birthday. We were seated in the snug area which acted as a nice private dining area. We had my young niece with us who also happens to have a birthday soon, and the staff made a lovely gesture to bring out some balloons for the table which she loved. Most of the table opted for a roast which was scrummy. You could tell the roast potatoes had been cooked fresh and they were a solid 9/10. We also had a side of the parsnip crisps which were insane. There was a few delays in getting drinks but we were happy to wait given how busy the place was (although I will say it wasn’t uncomfortably busy at all!) Right at the end the staff came out with 3x desserts and sang happy birthday which we were not expecting at all and was really sweet of them to do. Generally a very positive first visit and will return in the future!!

Great place - friendly atmosphere, great food and lovely atmosphere...

Lovely food. Unfortunately our table of four were seated at the same time as two large parties. We weren't told this in advance and ended up waiting for our food for over an hour. Even had to ask someone to take our drinks order. Such a shame.

The welcome, communication, and food were all good on the day. Sadly, a mistake was made on the bill and noticed afterwards. The service has been a lot less fine since: An unanswered e-mail, a "we're looking into it" response from a follow up call, and another email sent two months after the fact, and we're now at the point of disillusionment and a bitter taste being left after what was a very good on-the-day group meal.

Great atmosphere, friendly staff, outstanding ham, egg & chips

I meet here with my ex Army colleagues every other month. There are quite a few of us and we have a section of the pub to ourselves. Menu choice is vast and have never been disappointed with any meal. The owners and staff are so warm and friendly it's always a pleasure to dine there, they work very hard to make sure that your dining experience is first rate every time and cheerfully accommodate any needs you may have. You are never rushed and yesterday stayed over 4 hours just eating and being with friends and chatting after our meal. I had no idea how long we were there due to the relaxing atmosphere and no urgency by staff for us to leave. Great food great owner great staff

We have been eating here for over 2 years. The warm welcome and friendly staff is first class. Nothing is too much trouble and you are treated like family or old friends. The food is amazing huge menu and very generous portions. I highly recommend the BBQ rack of ribs the best I have ever eaten. Our family had Christmas Lunch there last year and we have already booked this year's family event. We can't praise the overall experience here enough - we only eat out here as it has everything you could ask for

Not impressed with the food here or how it's priced! ham egg and chips £16.95...chips not cooked properly and much of the ham inedible! steak and ale pie and mash at £18.95, is overpriced again and all vegetables served 'al dente' at best 'simply not cooked properly at worst' along with lots of gristle in the actual pie. It's a shame, because whilst people are prepared to pay a little more because of the location...I wouldn't think the restaurant will get much repeat business. along with 2 soft drinks =way over £40, for what was essentially, largely inedible meals. AFTER A VERY TERSE FACTUALLY INCORRECT REPLY RECEIVED TO MY HONEST REVIEW AND FEEDBACK! IT READ WE TRUST YOU WON’T VISIT AGAIN. very aggressive response!

Staff are so kind, friendly and well catering to families. Not only this but the food was DIVINE, and the charming ambience of the pub made the whole experience feel so much more special. 100% give this place a visit if your near, it’s the perfect pub for lunch or dinner!

Ancient rustic inn that serves big portions of freshly prepared food at a pretty good price.

Fabulous pub. Food is great and the staff are wonderful. Energetic, warm and friendly creating the perfect vibe. Generous free drink and cake for the 18th birthday celebration. Wish it was my local!

After a long walk from Severn Beach Duke the spaniel and myself received a big welcome from the team at Boars Head. Whenever we get within half a mile of The Boars Head Duke stands up and gets excited! It has been out pub for many years - sometimes alone and others with friends. The pub has a lot of character and is always friendly and loves dogs especially Duke. Today we walked to the Boars head from Severn beach on a wild weathered morning walking the two bridges loop. The weather was throwing everything at us and when Duke recognised where we were he yanked at the lead. The food was lovely as usual and Duke enjoyed his sausage in gravy which set us up for our walk back to Severn beach. I live in Thornbury and unable to drive at the moment however when I stay with friends in Severn beach the walk to Boars Head is something I look forward to.

So pleased we got recommended this little find whilst staying at the Travelodge down the road. All the staff were so lovely and gave you time for a nice chat. We loved hearing about the history of the pub over the years. We’d had a long day travelling down from Hull and walking the offas dyke walk so ready for some good hearty food. It was so delicious. Well done for running a great pub with a fab team around you. I think you need to do some classes on how to run a good pub.

Really lovely pub and lovely staff. We hadn't booked and there were 9 of us (including 3 kids!) but they fit us in. The waiting staff were lovely to our children and the food was delicious! Lots of vegan options which you don't always get so very much appreciated. Veggie and nice sized portions for the kids too. Would very much recommend!

Having recently moved back to the area after more than 20 years away, we were eager to explore the local pubs and see how they’ve changed (or stayed the same). On a whim, we decided to visit Boars Head in Aust, and honestly, we were absolutely blown away by the experience. This place is a gem that truly stands out from the rest. Let’s be honest, walking into a pub on a Monday at midday can sometimes feel a bit… underwhelming. Many pubs tend to be quiet, cold, and lack atmosphere at this time of the week. But from the moment we stepped through the front door at Boars Head, we were greeted with an entirely different vibe. The roaring fire immediately created a cozy and inviting atmosphere, and a lovely member of staff welcomed us with a genuine smile. Despite not having booked (and noticing that many of the tables were reserved—even on a Monday!), they were more than happy to accommodate us. That level of ease and hospitality is something we don’t take for granted and instantly set the tone for what turned out to be a fantastic visit. One of the standout features of Boars Head is its quirky, character-filled interior. It feels like a refreshing break from the cookie-cutter, overly modernised pubs that can feel a bit soulless. Instead, this pub has a personality—it’s warm, inviting, and has that perfect blend of old-school charm with thoughtful touches throughout. We couldn’t help but notice how much care and thought had gone into making the space feel both unique and welcoming. It’s the kind of pub that you instantly feel at home in, whether you’re visiting for a quick drink or a full meal. Now onto the food! The menu was extensive, with a wide variety of dishes to suit all tastes. Since we’re not the biggest eaters, we decided to share a curry, and the staff couldn’t have been more accommodating. Without hesitation, they offered us a spare plate so we could easily split the meal. And let me tell you, that curry was absolutely superb—hands down the best pub curry we’ve had in years. The flavours were spot on, and it was clear that great care had gone into its preparation. It’s rare to find food this good in a pub, and it left us eager to come back and try more dishes from their impressive menu. Throughout our visit, the staff struck the perfect balance between friendly and professional. They were attentive without being overbearing, and it was clear they genuinely cared about ensuring every customer had a great experience. We also had the pleasure of meeting the landlords, who are absolute characters in the best possible way. Their passion for the pub and its community shone through, and they’ve clearly created a space where everyone feels welcome. Before leaving, we took a quick look at the beer garden, and it’s safe to say we’ll be back in the summer! The outdoor space is beautifully set up and even features a Tiki bar, which adds a fun and unique touch. If you want to know how good a pub really is, visit it first thing on a Monday, when the weekend rush has passed, and the staff might be catching their breath. Well, Boars Head absolutely nails it. From the warm welcome to the delicious food, the quirky interior, and the fantastic staff, it’s everything you could hope for in a local pub—and more.

A lovely friendly pub serving the best Sunday lunch I’ve had for a long time

I am giving this place four stars even though I didn't actually go into the pub (we had our meal on the patio) The staff are both thoughtful and helpful. One server even brought out a bowl of water for our dog without us even asking. Lovely food. Went again recently.. when in this time the only thing I can add is that although the food is good quality it is a bit pricey. Over £17 4 vegetable lasagne with a tiny side salad. All desserts were over £7. On the plus side you can order ice cream at £1 for scoop 😉

First timers at The Boars Head. We travelled from Brecon for Sunday lunch with friends. The staff were friendly and attentive. Nothing was too much trouble. Food was incredible. Hot and plentiful. Highly recommend and will return. 10 out of 10.

First of many visits. Lovely little pub, really busy so we had a wait for our food, which was excellent and plenty of it.

Just drinks today. Pleasant and efficient staff.

We visited on a very busy Saturday. I spoke with Richard after the lunch and he graciously took my comments on board. My comments were not derogatory about the food or service we received from the staff that day and we will continue to visit The Boar's Head in the future and recommend to friends. Have loved this pub in the past and hope to visit again soon. I recommend you visit if you have not already done so! Staff lovely and attentive and food very enjoyable.

Extremely friendly and helpful staff, with an extensive menu to suit everyone. Have been there many times, and would thoroughly recommend this venue to anyone.

Service was the biggest let down, had to ask for desert menus our mains plates were left had to ask could we order a desert

This pub is a real gem. Everyone was so kind, friendly and welcoming, nothing was too much trouble. Even the fire was lit just for us since there was a slight chill in the air. The food was delicious and there was an excellent selection of drinks. We will definitely be back for the highly recommended Sunday lunch. Thank you.

(3.5 really) Local pub serving pub grub. Warm welcome and they kindly found us a table as we hadn't booked (unfortunately right by the toilets but we had had a long walk and popped in on the off chance of a table so took what we could!). Unfortunately the food wasn't really that great. We both had sandwich and chips (you can have it with salad or chips). I had the gf option but even by gf standards the bread was dry. Normal bread option was good and a very generous portion but the chips although plentiful were average - tasted of old frying oil. Sauces were just packets so chips were not helped by the very cheap ketchup and mayo sachets. Bit of a shame as they were full and some slightly better quality would be a significant improvement. We are likely to go back if we do the same walk as there are not many options and Aust is a mid point.

Staff Very welcoming very dog friendly food was lovely a great find

Great as always. Lovely atmosphere and service.

Great pub also Great food and great staff will visit again thank you very much 😀 xxxx

A little disappointed with service as a large party was also eating at the pub and there were not enough staff to cope with them and the other smaller tables. Waited an hour for our food and not offered anything in the meantime to keep us going! When it arrived, the food was okay and the chips very good but one of my eggs was not fully cooked. Not sure we will return.

Great food. Great vibe. Great service. Proper (not in a bag) pork scratchings too!

Absolute gem of a pub, everything you could wish for! From the warm welcome on entering, to the well kept real ales at the bar, to the totally delicious food. I had the fish & chips and finished with the stupendous Bread & Butter pudding with cream......this place knocks the spots off many so-called restaurants in the centre of Bristol. Unhurried but timely and efficient service too from the wonderful staff. Go there and visit, I'm sure you won't be disappointed. I'll be back....as soon as I've walked off a few calories...!!! 10/10

Exceptional service from start to finish… This is our 4th visit to the Boars Head and always leave feeling so happy. The Sunday Roast is delicious, plentiful and always piping hot (too busy enjoying it to take photos) What really makes this venue sing though is 5* service you receive from the staff. It’s VERY busy on a Sunday but we have always found that all staff and the Owners/Managers (Big Rich/Little Rich and Karen) have always made time to come over for a chat. Couldn’t recommend enough. Thank you for always making my husband and I feel so welcome ☺️

Always a warm welcome, a homely pub with excellent food choices. Very convenient meeting place close to the M48.

Lovely friendly and inviting historic pub. The service was great when I mentioned we were celebrating a birthday the waitress appeared with balloons for the table and a candle on the desert which was much appreciated. Food was great too

Absolutely fantastic pub/restaurant food 10/10. Staff really well welcoming and friendly would advise to come for couples and large parties.

We recently visited here for Christmas dinner with all the family. The people serving us were happy and welcoming and really attentive. The food was delicious, and there was plenty of it!! We will be returning very soon, thankyou to all at the boars head for making it a lovely day xxx

Hello I’m really sorry I was meant to say 4 out of 5 stars from experience not 1 so apologies again

Can’t fault the service at this little cosy pub. Waitresses were very professional and friendly. My only criticism would be that it’s too expensive for the food which is quite average for the price when you know know you can get cheaper elsewhere for the same quality food.

Had a late family Sunday lunch absolutely perfect lovely warm welcome delicious food couldn't fault it will be back soon thank you

Lovely meal, accommodated us as we were running late. First class service and absolutely delicious meal

This was the best Sunday roast I have ever had , it was like a home cooked roast meal . The food was good plenty of it and well cooked with lots of flavour , the roast potatoes were so good . I would recommend you visit the pub . The staff were friendly and attentive overall the pub had a good atmosphere and I will look forward to visiting again .

First class service, food and atmosphere. Couldn't fault anything. Landlord came and ensured we had everything we wanted. A thoroughly enjoyable by chance visit. See you again soon !

Get together with friends pre Christmas x fantastic service from start to finish x Karen ( one if the managers) was friendly , informative and although “ run off her feet” kept a welcoming smile and greeted everyone who entered x it was a very busy evening but service was flawless with exceptional food x will most certainly go again x

A wonderful Sunday lunch with a trio of meats and beautifully cooked vegetables all topped off with a Yorkshire pudding. Service was attentive without being obtrusive and they were quite happy for us to sit around afterwards. Definitely going to visit again.

Xmas dinner, was lovely, bit of a wait, but was really busy, would go again 😋

Great evening celebrating our boss' retirement. 100% the biggest mixed grill I have ever seen and the BEST stilton sauce I have EVER had. That and a bowl of chips will go down perfectly alone!

Lovely place to chill with friends and colleagues

Lovely pub with a lot of character friendly staff and huge portions

Great place, great host l, great food and they have a great air BnB in the field behind them that you can find on air BnB

Very welcoming pub, great atmosphere, great food and dog friendly too 😁

Our fourth family get together, lovely friendly service, food was excellent. Cosy and welcoming, good selection of beers. Book our table for next time.

Great dinner here on Monday night, I’d never been before and left smiling and very full! ALL the staff were so friendly and attentive. We came for a work dinner with some guys who wanted to experience a ‘proper pub’ and we were not disappointed, warm and cosy inside, great atmosphere and all the food was exceptional. My pie and mash was one of the best I’ve had. Thankyou to the team at the Boards Head!

Lovely food, lovely staff, very dog friendly. There are meals you can buy for dogs that are well priced

Nice place very cosy, welcoming good food a great service from staff.

Had lunch here, good menu,really friendly staff. Lovely pub!!

A great pub great food. Helpful and happy staff. Great lunch thank you x

My mums 80th yesterday great service, attention to detail, food, ambience, thanks to all the team highly recommended and I have high standards!

Great experience although music was a little loud. Waited a while for food but worth waiting for. Food was cooked to perfection. Couldn’t fault it. Staff very helpful & good fun. All in all good family night out.

Lovely old pup,lovely food but expensive good beer,difficult to park when busy

We visiting from Belgium..Family live in Thornbury, we saw The Boar's Head and it looked very inviting.we enjoyed it so much we went twice. Will definitely call in next time we are over in Thornbury.

Yet again. An excellent Sunday lunch. Staff made us feel like family. Highly recommended

Fantastic food and location. 100%. Sadly some of the families near us had forgotten to bring headphones for their teens phones and didn't have choke chains for their yapping dogs. Will visit on a less busy day next time.

We had an amazing stay at the Boar’s Head, drink, food and company was top notch. Big Rich and Little Rich were so kind and went above and beyond to accommodate us. We had a breakdown in our van after a trip to Wales and they personally helped us get back on the road. We massively recommend this pub and if you are lucky enough to meet Rich and Rich you will feel at home instantly. Thanks for everything - Kel and Tril

This is was the best Sunday rost i have had in years.

Brilliantly friendly service and a gorgeous setting.

This was a “business meeting lunch” and what a find! Great pub, really friendly staff, food came out nicely cooked and well presented, toilets clean, well priced. Couldn’t ask for anything else! I would highly recommend ✅

After visiting this pub several times during the summer and experiencing some wonderful sandwiches my wife and I decided to book a Sunday Lunch, all I can say was we were left feeling disappointed.The bland vegetables,thin gravy and roast potatoes that were not crispy.It left a bad taste in the mouth so to speak. On the plus side the Yorkshire pudding and beef were ok, staff friendly and polite.

First time in this pub today as a birthday treat. Their tag line arrive as a guest, leave as a friend is the most apt thing I've ever heard! I was made to feel like my birthday was the most exciting thing happening. The food was amazing and I can't recommend this place highly enough. I will be making many happy returns to this wonderful historic establishment.

Lovely setting. Staff friendly. Food was nice too .

Very accommodating in changing the time of our booking. Great food and friendly service.

We had an incredible time here! Karen was extremely helpful and kind, and made our experience amazing. Highly recommend!

Absolutely fantastic country pub. We had a very warm welcome from both hosts, big Rich and little Rich and their brilliant team of staff. Nothing was too much trouble. We arrived as customers with two grandchildren and left as friends. Couldn’t rate them highly enough. 100%. We will be back in November. Looking forward to seeing everyone.❤️❤️❤️

Great pub, a real pub with no pretenses. Lovely atmosphere of locals and a great warm welcome. Lots of food for the roast dinner with a variety of veg and the option to choose three meats. Gorgeous setting.

Great food, incredible experience, lovely staff, great day out!

Great food and welcoming, attentive staff. Made the day for my mother's birthday celebration.

Great welcome, lovely food and very friendly atmosphere. The tomato brusheta was delicious. We'll be back! In fact we have already booked.

Wow !! Travelling back to Devon from Scotland we wanted a stop over around Bristol area . Wife found this place … What a find !! Luckily we booked en route ( Thursday evening ) when we arrived it was super busy . Staff are excellent and friendly. Owners make you feel like you’re a VIP and the food is so so good . Will definitely be recommending this place to our friends . Thank you

1st time here Sunday dinner was amazing thank you

Lovely country pub, good place to have an afternoon pint

As a family we stayed in the double decker bus which is just behind this pub (and was an amazing adventure) We took the family in for an evening meal for my grandsons 3rd birthday. The food and the staff were amazing. Thoroughly recommend a visit here

👏 especially as they were very busy. Great service and go behold there duties.

This is a hidden little gem. The food is great and the back garden makes it an ideal family friendly pub. All the staff are really friendly

Couldn’t recommend this pub more! Not only is the food excellent and drinks well kept, the hospitality here is beyond brilliant. The fantastic owners (Little Rich and Big Rich) went above and beyond to help my husband and me after our van broke down in their camping field. They went out of their way to help up get back on the road again and made us feel nothing but entirely welcome the whole time. 100% recommend coming to this little oasis for a drink, a meal or a whole night. Thank you guys! (Added bonus that they’re also extremely dog friendly)

Decided to have a last-minute family lunch, completely forgetting it was a bank holiday. We were over the moon to get a table of 9 at the last minute. From the phone call to our leaving, the service was fantastic. Even though they were obviously busy, the staff were incredibly welcoming and friendly. The decor is lovely and warm. The food...yum. We had 4 roasts, one trio of meats, two beefs, and one chicken. Portions were good, and the meat was beautifully cooked. It came with two Yorkshires, extra gravy, and lots of vegetables. The other meals we had were two hunter's chicken, a kids nuggets and chips, scampi and chips, and two portions of cheesy garlic bread. All good portions, all lovely. We had desserts also and again, all lush. A lush afternoon, and we will be back!!!

Used the Boars Head as a stopover last night and it didn't disappoint. Nice atmosphere in the pub, with great food and plenty of choice on the menu and bar. The camping field is great and special bonus points were awarded by the kids for a bouncy castle in the beer garden! Will definitely use again.

We enjoyed being in the garden and the music was very nice. We've been to this pub many times over the years but it was an unpleasant surprise to find that all beers cost six pounds, including the same beer that we paid four pounds for in another pub in the area.

Absolutely wonderful Sunday Lunch. We were informed upon arrival that there would be a delay of around an hour for food. The staff communicated well and after a couple of drinks and a catch up with friends, dinner was served. All freshly cooked and delicious. Thank you Boars Head. Will definitely be returning

Writing this before we've even left! We have stumbled across a gold mine, the most friendly service, welcoming atmosphere and delicious food. The addition of a bouncy castle is amazing for the kids. The staff were the kindest and so attentive and we can't wait to visit again. Thank you!

Lovely food , and very welcoming , staff , can't fault it or the food , definitely go back , not far to go either from caldicot

10 of us turned up here yesterday mid afternoon and spent over £300 ,lovely welcome ,lovely atmosphere and lovely to see camping available in the back garden free if you are going to spend time in the pub and restaurant, all positive🤗 only two little complaints, plastic from a tupperware pot was found in one of the puddings 😬which we were offered a refund for but declined as everything else was exceptional,unfortunately we all left nearly all the amazing looking chips ,whilst plenty of them and very chunky, very dry in the middle ,hope this helps others wanting to visit here ,only posted a couple of pics as too many of us and too much food to describe ,overall lovely and well done 👏

Lovely english pub, delicious food, great beer.

We arranged A lunch for 20 members of our local WI. Everything was supplied as pre- ordered. Meals and service were very good and We were made very welcome. All members were pleased with the overall experience. Well done everyone.

Had lunch with a friend here today, the garden was so relaxing. We both had sandwich and chips which was delicious and very good value for money. See you again soon 🙂