Based on 638 opinions finded in 2 websites
Based on 638 opinions finded in 2 websites
Opinions
popped over 13 April afternoon, kitchen had just re-opened, got the wings & sheperherds pie, all very nice, lime flavour on wings very good. Drinks selection ok, but wish they had Stella, very clean & friendly👌
Gumas Master . 2024-04-14
MORE AT Google
My friend and I dropped in for a swift pint on a Monday morning...we were the only people in the bar, with the exception of the barmaid... and it was her first day!!! So obviously I can't comment on atmosphere and food. Very nicely and sympathetically restored during its last renovation, the pub has a real 'local' feel to it. I was very disappointed to see 'morning television' on the TV as I assume it could show sports? Listening to a lot of Woke commentators and watching celebrity LGBTQ definitely is not why I go to the pub. I assume that the barmaid was responsible for the channel choice? There are plenty of tables for eating, both inside and out in the small garden. The gent's toilets are spotlessly clean and shows attention to details in the cleaning regime. There is a nice fireplace which I assume would be a lovely centrepiece on a cold evening or daytime visit. This is a nice little venue and definitely worth a visit. They have a smallish car park... possibly spaces for 15+ cars and you will definitely not be disappointed with their drinks selection. On which I must say that prices are slightly north of average. My friend and I were in a pub in Fair Oak last Monday and 2 pints of Stella Artois came in at £8.50...today a pint of Amstel and a pint of cider came in at £11.40?... that's a whopping £3.90 difference!!! That said I would definitely go back and recommend a visit.
Robert Patten . 2024-04-09
MORE AT Google
The brewery bar has changed hands recently, and the changes seem to be very much for the better. We stopped visiting under previous management as the place was just dirty and not looked after. Service was awful. When we heard it was being taken over we decided to pop down for a drink. It just feels cleaner and more welcoming. We popped in on a lunch time, and they had the fire on and the place just felt warm and welcoming. They've made improvements outside as well which was nice to see as they have a lovely sized beer garden. We decided to come back for live music and the place was buzzing on a Friday evening. The staff were having fun while serving quickly and the atmosphere was brilliant. So glad to see this pub become a good place to visit again. Looking forward to them starting food again. It'll be a regular visit when we head down to Botley in future.
fay white . 2024-03-17
MORE AT Google
Just re opened under new management. Was buzzing l watching rugby and again later with live singer.
Mike Punt . 2024-03-14
MORE AT Google
A Monday night darts match, and the staff were brilliant. Service excellent. A great venue. I'm sure the pub will do well and I'd highly recommend it
Phil Whettingsteel . 2024-02-27
MORE AT Google
Popped in for a quick drink Sunday lunchtime. Lovely warm welcome and lots of choice. We often find that on Sundays some pubs are less than welcoming as they are only interested in people dining in so it was nice to be able to relax and have a drink without feeling we were being rushed.
Tracey Shrimpton . 2024-02-26
MORE AT Google
First time there, recently opened, dropped in for coffee, warm and clean, nice staff, will be back!!
rob johnson . 2023-12-11
MORE AT Google
Lovely food at the brewery bar, tacos were really filling! Good service and definitely coming back again!
Matthew Perren . 2023-09-21
MORE AT Google
Lovely bar, great atmosphere with live music in the garden. We had a fun time 😁
Sam Flight . 2023-09-11
MORE AT Google
The Brewery bar has had a face lift and it looks good. When we visited there was live music which we enjoyed. I enjoyed my gin but my husband was a little bit disappointed with the real ale, he said that he has tasted better which is a shame.
Maxine Simcock . 2023-09-07
MORE AT Google
Lovely pub. Good service nice pint
Mike Early . 2023-06-13
MORE AT Google
Food was great, huge portions great value, quick service and lovely staff!
Oliver Everett . 2023-06-08
MORE AT Google
Nicely set out, a few odd looks from obvious locals, but well presented, value for money & well presented Update. Been through a few owners by the look of it, no atmosphere, very few people and the back area was barren. Used to have lovely decor and seating, having to listen to 4 so-called men using the 'f' word constantly was the real highlight 🙄 such a shame. Won't be going back UPDATE After finding nowhere open ( weekend of the travvellers fair) on a Sunday evening bar the "Brew" was the only place to go. The young lady behind the bar was lovely and friendly, a very happy atmosphere and fair prices too... Happy igave ut another go
Jamie Harvey . 2023-06-06
MORE AT Google
Decent selection of beers, an excellent food truck with a really tasty range of burgers and chips. It's also the best beer garden in Botley! What's not to like!
Robert . 2023-05-16
MORE AT Google
I was only there for a U3A event during a very quiet afternoon so cannot comment on food or evenings. The young lady behind the bar was friendly and pleasant. There was a range of beers on offer.
David L . 2023-03-23
MORE AT Google
What a dive!! This place a couple of years ago used to be the place to go. We went to watch d.j.l band was amazing like always. The people running this place have no idea what they are doing. It’s clear to say that the place is full of people doing drugs. My husband went into the men’s and drugs where being used in the toilet. I won’t be returning and something must be done. How can this pub stay open when it’s clear to see everyone in the pub is off there heads on drugs
Aprilqueen . 2023-03-11
MORE AT TripAdvisor
そんなにスペシャル感はない普通のパブ。ビールも普通。ただバーガーは美味しかった。
Nobu Tanaka . 2023-01-14
MORE AT Google
Bellaisabella omg food is divine.. very good quality food… chef is outstanding, so good to have you in Botley… please visit…
345hayleyp . 2022-12-29
MORE AT TripAdvisor
Had a lovely evening, great selection of wines and beers and the food was nice. Starters to share , recommend the chilli garlic bread, had the cannelloni, very filling, but very tasty, cooked to order, not warmed up in a microwave. Friendly, helpful staff.
Nicola Coppin . 2022-12-21
MORE AT Google
Had a lovely lunch in this dog friendly pub. Great Italian food and very friendly staff! Definitely recommend to dog walkers
531carog . 2022-12-13
MORE AT TripAdvisor
Jeff was amazing and food was deliciously authentic. Best Italian in Botley.
Laura Rosales . 2022-12-11
MORE AT Google
The local people that use the pub are a entertainment in there own right. Food was amazing. But they run out of roasts by 2.30. so I missed out on one but I'll come back a bit earlier next time. I don't think that the chief expected to be that popular.
john spreadbury . 2022-11-20
MORE AT Google
Called in Saturday lunch time while out walking the dogs. Warm and friendly team on site and the dogs were very welcome. We all had pizza and the food was excellent, really tasty and very well priced. We will definitely be back here again!
Paul W . 2022-11-20
MORE AT Google
Excellent service . Staff very friendly. Reasonably priced. Real Italian food with good portions . Will be back soon
Jennifer F . 2022-09-28
MORE AT TripAdvisor
The food was good and the staff were friendly.
Andy Harman . 2022-09-07
MORE AT Google
Dropped in for lunch today. Staff very friendly and pizzas were great. Freshly made to our choice. Thank you
Belin G . 2022-09-06
MORE AT Google
First time at The Brewery Bar and was very pleased with my experience. Friendly staff with very generous portions of food and very tasty. Will definitely be coming here again!
Ben Maltby . 2022-08-29
MORE AT Google
Lovely welcoming place, with great food. Had the bolognese calzone and it was brilliant, we will definitely be back!
Megan Davies . 2022-08-29
MORE AT Google
Friendly bar staff. Have been meaning to pay a visit here for a while and will definitely return
Nick Shrimpton . 2022-08-24
MORE AT Google
Excellent bar, our second return today. The bar lady is great that worked today. We sat outside and had a couple of pints. Excellent pub will be back Saturday
Deans Cleans . 2022-08-24
MORE AT Google
Georgie was working behind the bar and offered exceptional service and friendly chat to make our afternoon the best we've had for a while . And now there is delicious Italian food to be eaten I recommend the cheese unbelievable. The pizza comes a close second all the best Ritchie
Richard Rowland . 2022-08-06
MORE AT Google
A really laid back and welcoming pub with a delicious Italian restaurant within it. The staff have the right attitude to see this business flourish. Clean refreshed decor, well kept beers and freshly prepared foods. Loved our time there.
Gary Gotham . 2022-08-02
MORE AT Google
Really old but really nice, clean and glad I visited. Will deffo be using again and again
Pat Collins . 2022-07-30
MORE AT Google
Lovely atmosphere and very friendly.
David Munton . 2022-07-28
MORE AT Google
Absolutely terrible place is not run properly everyone doing drugs all the time sell drugs in there all the time the staff know about it and don’t care aloud to vape inside the pub witch I didn’t think was professional. Prices are abit to expensive just a proper crap pub wouldn’t recommend at all.
G984WM . 2022-07-10
MORE AT TripAdvisor
I love this place, it was good before the refit now it's the dog's Doo dahs! The food is pretty good, nice selection of beers and live bands what more could you want?
Steve Makepeace . 2022-05-29
MORE AT Google
Old pub with specious garden. Friendly staff. Car park by pub
Piotr S . 2022-05-15
MORE AT Google
Old fashioned website with little information. Used the Contact Us to get a menu but no response received. Disappointing and unprofessional l.
X X . 2022-04-23
MORE AT TripAdvisor
I have been hear a few times now and the food is really nice also a really good vibe, also I might add the are dog friendly and Support dog treats and water for free
Malachy S . 2022-04-22
MORE AT TripAdvisor
Dropped in with a few friends and there was a live band in the evening, so we were looking forward to staying for a few and enjoying the night. The bar is very nice, clean, and staff seemed friendly. Unfortunately, for a venue named brewery bar, the beer choice was pretty terrible… just lots of generic, mass produced lager and dated cask, no local breweries, no modern beer styles, no quality in the line up - nothing you would expect from a venue named such. Would visit again but I hope they revisit their beer list, as it felt a bit like stepping back 10-15 years.
Marc B . 2022-04-19
MORE AT TripAdvisor
nice atmosphere but as a young woman i didn't feel the safest
Phoebe Allsop . 2022-04-01
MORE AT Google
Great atmosphere, staff were excellent and the band was pretty good too.
keiron fox . 2022-03-31
MORE AT Google
Great pint of Abbot ale in the beer garden first since Jan 2020 as we are shielding.
Bernard Staniforth . 2022-03-30
MORE AT Google
We went as part of a trawl round Botley to see what it had to offer! The person behind the bar was very friendly and the atmosphere was really good.
James Buxey . 2022-03-03
MORE AT Google
Very loud hideous dance music. Barman gave me a pint instead of a half and then proceeded to massively short change me. Won't be returning.
Mick M . 2022-02-06
MORE AT Google
Was a little bit disappointed as it had good reviews but the food took ages to come out and a lot of it was burnt, the beer was good thou.
Allan Parry . 2022-01-29
MORE AT Google
We came with family for a Sunday roast. We opted for 3 roast beef and 1 roast pork. All were absolutely delicious and no one could fault it. Most definitely the best Sunday roast we’ve had outside of home. Will be back and will recommend to anyone. Staff were nice and friendly too.
Liz C . 2022-01-24
MORE AT TripAdvisor
Nice old pub, very popular, live music, The Jay's, on Saturday was great...had a boogie.
Steve . 2022-01-23
MORE AT Google
Visited this bar with the intention of 1 drink and then go to another..... we stayed all day😃. Staff were fab & friendly, drinks were great and great music. We only had a light bite but it was delicious, if you are near this place i highly recommend a visit, they have 100% got the right criteria for a fun time had by all. Well done ladies, fab job!👌
234hazelg . 2022-01-22
MORE AT TripAdvisor
Great pub, very friendly vibe, nice group of punters, very relaxed
Bill Shyman . 2021-12-12
MORE AT Google
If you're not a local you feel like an intruder.
Jonathan Bailey . 2021-10-13
MORE AT Google
I have to say I had the best night on Saturday for my 40th. Love this place and Natasha is amazing, Thank you all for making my evening so special! The band were fab too 😊
Beccilockyer04 . 2021-10-04
MORE AT TripAdvisor
Good lively atmosphere and responsible staff
Kalvin Hawkins . 2021-10-03
MORE AT Google
Just had a miserable experience here. The lady that served us clearly didn’t want to be there. Zero customer service, utterly miserable person. Have left and gone elsewhere after one drink. We could have spent quite a bit here, but not today or the future.
534deb . 2021-08-27
MORE AT TripAdvisor
It’s a nice pub normally, but not today. The mobile kitchen has gone and the in-house kitchen still hasn’t reopened - so no food. But worse, worse by far was the appalling bar service - I’ve never met anyone more unsuitable to face the public. Miserable, abrupt, unpleasant. We had one and drink and left and probably won’t go back.
O4653TFtiml . 2021-08-27
MORE AT TripAdvisor
Very good food and a fairly decent price. Atmosphere felt a little bit weird in the bar though, and staff basically threw the food at you and then wandered off and didn't bother with cutlery or condiments. Menu for a Sunday lunchtime was VERY limited with just burgers and sides on offer.
Cameron J . 2021-08-09
MORE AT Google
Place was lovely and clean and the bar staff were extremely friendly and helpful. There has been a renovation since I last visited and it looks great. Lots of drink choices too.
Jayne F . 2021-08-04
MORE AT TripAdvisor
Booked online, no response!@ Turned up, pub empty, unfriendly chap behind bar. Asked for high chair and he pointed to where it was to go get ourselves. We sat down, to get ready for lunch, as it was 12.30....i.e. lunchtime! Another small group came in and he said you can sit anywhere you want. They asked for menus and we overheard him saying 'oh sorry we have no chef at present, he won't be in until 2, so you can wait!' I then tackled him and asked we hands told us as it was obvious we were in for lunch! He just shrugged his shoulders. Turns out they don't even do food and they have a burger van in the car park! We saw the menu prior too, so a place I will NEVER revisit. Went to the Dolphin around the corner instead and was EXCELLENT there.
gjg001 . 2021-07-26
MORE AT TripAdvisor
Very disappointed with the place. We went with our 1yo baby after reading all the fantastic reviews and seeing the latest very menu on their website. We tried to book on the phone but no answer, sent an email with no answer, but it still...
Lea S . 2021-07-24
MORE AT TripAdvisor
Good comfortable pub. May well be 5 stars if it weren't for current Covid restrictions.
Ian Hillman . 2021-07-15
MORE AT Google
Staff were very helpful. We had not booked but it had been raining. But plenty of undercover seating. Only shame is the smell of smoke, but you are outside so it's expected.
Dan O'Sullivan . 2021-05-11
MORE AT Google
Great outdoor seating aera, table service, staff are friendly and polite.
Carey Bennett . 2021-05-03
MORE AT Google
Went in charged £4 a pint .how much a pint I asked John a local .£3.50 now I live in botley been in brewery bar loads of times .they are out of order charging different price for pint
Stephen Francis . 2021-04-30
MORE AT Google
An amazing pub to come to, friendly staff provide top service! Loads of outdoor seating we were able to get a table without booking. We ate from the burger van and would recommend anyone who comes her to try them, one of the best burgers...
livia c . 2021-04-25
MORE AT TripAdvisor
service is excellent lucy is especially nice would recommend to all looking for a local
John Humphrey . 2021-04-21
MORE AT Google
Revsited one sunny Sunday afternoon looking for a bite to eat.We quickly found a seat outside with ease then noticed we needed to pre order food online.Neither of had the means to do this but it did not prove too much for the waitress who...
Mummy932 . 2021-04-18
MORE AT TripAdvisor
Very welcoming staff, undesrtanding of the covid restrictions in place. Special mention to Natasha. Pub is very clean, comfortable and the food on the covid restricted menu was good value for money. Highly recommended
Simon Jones . 2020-12-23
MORE AT Google
Very welcoming staff, undesrtanding of the covid restrictions in place. Special mention to Natasha. Pub is very clean, comfortable and the food on the covid restricted menu was good value for money. Highly recommended
Jigger-III . 2020-12-23
MORE AT TripAdvisor
Offer a Veg Soup during Tier 2 restrictions which was homemade and profits to charity. Don't have Sky Sports but still offer BT. Really decent place with good staff and food.
Matt Turner . 2020-12-18
MORE AT Google
Lovely food and lovely staff ❤️
Margaret Standen . 2020-11-07
MORE AT Google
I always come here whenever I’m out with friends / family! Service, food and drink is great here! Everyone is so friendly and the food has always been delicious!
chloecD4692AZ . 2020-10-30
MORE AT TripAdvisor
The best pub in botley, considering what situation we’re in at the moment with covid. They’re doing a great job with taking care of their customers!. Defo will come again!.
W2228LJmeganc . 2020-10-30
MORE AT TripAdvisor
This place is so bad. I ordered a burrito it arrived cold and covered with mould. I have tried to make contact with the owner twice. Once going into her other pub and the other by email. She has so far ignored me. This pub...
kristys7777 . 2020-10-29
MORE AT TripAdvisor
My wife and I visited this pub for the first time and we were not disappointed, the staff were friendly and helpful, the service like most places these days was table service, and they checked often to see if we needed another drink even though...
Ron S . 2020-09-28
MORE AT TripAdvisor
Great place. Will definitely be returning. Food was 👌🏼 And weekend atmosphere was buzzing. Staff are amazing too!
haydeny99 . 2020-09-22
MORE AT TripAdvisor
Absolutely fabulous roast beef lunch! Probably the best in the area. Everything you can think of and perfectly cooked. The staff are always lovely and very friendly and welcoming. It’s the only place you can go, at the moment, where you don’t feel like you...
R464VUlisar . 2020-09-13
MORE AT TripAdvisor
Dropped in for a quick drink on Saturday night ...and ended up staying all evening. The Brewery Bar in Botley is such a vibrant place! It was buzzing with a bunch of jolly people having a good time. My dog came and he loved it too! The Landladies are so friendly and even though they were clearly very busy with guests they even popped over now and again to make sure our party were alright (and thoughtfully brought my dog some water). I haven’t lived in the village for many years, but it’s obvious that under the current owners this quirky pub is now the beating heart of Botley! There was a good selection of spirits at the bar. The ladies loos were also well stocked and clean. I was anxious about going out due the the whole Covid situation but there is a massive outside area both to the side and rear of the pub which has both a large semi closed gazebo and a well lit pub garden with plenty of seating areas and space to stand. We’re looking forward to returning soon to try their food menu (I hear the dirty fries are a must!) Thanks to Tash and Harry for an unexpectedly great evening!
Carrieon Forever . 2020-09-06
MORE AT Google
Great pub organised and great social distances and also staff very friendly and polite
Mark Allen . 2020-08-31
MORE AT Google
Our visited to the brewery bar was unplanned but I am very pleased we went there. The food was wonderful I thoroughly recommend the dirty fries they were amazing. Small menu but something for everyone. The chef catered for gluten free diners with ease. The...
761louiseh . 2020-08-29
MORE AT TripAdvisor
Superb food. Best chips ever! Olde world atmosphere. Staff very friendly. Good hygiene and COVID precautions. Highly recommended!
David Griffiths . 2020-08-28
MORE AT Google
The website and a sign in the pub both said that food is served from 12. We arrived at 12, mentioned that we wanted a meal, and the member of staff said that was fine, and he would go and check when the food would...
EnglishLaura . 2020-08-24
MORE AT TripAdvisor
The sign in the pub said Sunday roast was served from 12, and we arrived at 12, so we were looking forward to a nice lunch. The member of staff said he would go and check when the food would be ready. When we left half an hour later he hadn't come back to us, and he wasn't anywhere in sight so we couldn't even say thanks, bye. There were only about 2 other customers so it wasn't as if he was run off his feet. I honestly don't think there even was any food available, there were no cooking smells or cutlery or menus. Why not just tell us?
Laura English . 2020-08-23
MORE AT Google
Staff excellent but outside areas used for drinking needed a good clean
Richard Johnson . 2020-08-20
MORE AT Google
My Wife and I decided to have a mid-week lunch at our local pub, the Brewery Bar. Always a good meal and very friendly staff. We also had a discount - courtesy of the Government's COVID measures.
Dave D . 2020-08-05
MORE AT TripAdvisor
Hi just like to say a massive thankyou for a fabulous evening at your restaurant. The hygiene including the rona virus procedures were second to non as we're the meals. And a special thankyou to the young girl behind the bar who just couldn't do...
richardrN2676VV . 2020-08-02
MORE AT TripAdvisor
As I wasn't sure where to go for a meal this old fella with a scruffy dog recommended the brew bar so that's where I ended up. Oooo my lord what a meal best roast for a long time.and the staff so attentive well done...
johnsE8440BW . 2020-08-02
MORE AT TripAdvisor
Saw this pub mentioned elsewhere with a photo of the bar area that looked okayPopped in and was grossly disappointed . Thought it may have been a Free House but no, a Green King one. Had a pint of Speckled Hen- ugh, sour and just awful. Whole pub seemed soulless . One way system that led to the garden. Smokers galore close to the exit with smoke entering the actual pub. Not a particular friendly female member of staff. Food: Only saw a burger delivered to a purchaser. Didn’t look much and the purchaser didn’t look too impressed with it!Looks like a pub for the younger people. Will leave it to them. One redeeming feature - dog friendly.
CliveW300 . 2020-07-19
MORE AT TripAdvisor
Very friendly and lunch was delicious
maria white . 2020-07-17
MORE AT Google
I went there and as usual, the pub is what it is. I love this place and the people are great. I went I on Thursday 16th July for drinks after a terrible time at home, try to go through different things. I sat in an area with a friend that we exchanged drinks and banter, and he eventually left.I was still there drinking when approached by one of the Managers to say I would have to leave shortly as the tables were booked. It has to be said that I was on that table for some considerable amount of time and didn't think I was in the way of anyone else. I was given the order to evacuate my table by a certain time but not given an alternative table or place to go.This offended me very much as love the people and staff that work there and didn't feel that i should have to leave.It was, I believe, very unprofessional of the staff at that time and do not think I can ever return. Very, very sad.Mick Hudson.
Mickgandhi . 2020-07-16
MORE AT TripAdvisor
Nice little pub been going for a pint in there for more years than I want to admit
Rob Smith . 2020-02-24
MORE AT Google
Love the place and food. Friendly staff, plenty parking spaces.
Naron Tyler . 2020-02-09
MORE AT Google
Went for Sunday lunch with friends. Great food, great atmosphere, great barmaid (Natasha). Nice friendly locals. Great pub, recommend it !!!!!!!
7jamjam . 2020-02-09
MORE AT TripAdvisor
Best Sunday roast we’ve had for a long time. Lovely food. Friendly staff and nice little pub. Worth a visit
kavin1961 . 2020-01-26
MORE AT TripAdvisor
The best Sunday roast I have had in a friendly, cosy and clean environment. Will definitely be visiting again.
Sarah Hiscock . 2020-01-26
MORE AT Google
Randomly found this little gem with some work colleagues. Brilliant staff...great food....and the pub quiz was a bonus. Will be returning soon
V6926ZWanitas . 2020-01-15
MORE AT TripAdvisor
Outside tent for New Year's eve gig with Kings of Leon good night and great band
Tanya Bailey . 2019-12-31
MORE AT Google
My favourite bar as its unique in its stile and keeps the Proper bar image that many working people love. I am one of those working people that love to have a beer after work and enjoy what the Brewery Bar has to offer. A fantastic Pub, terrific staff and locals and visitors that enjoy this atmosphere. X x
Michael Hudson . 2019-12-26
MORE AT Google
Good afternoon spent listing to live music.good beer friendly staff
Jeremy Babbage . 2019-12-22
MORE AT Google
Great food and very friendly staff who are always fantastic! Also a great quiz every Wednesday evening! Haven't won yet tho Bangerang!!!!
Srichfield83 . 2019-12-17
MORE AT TripAdvisor
Botley is quite spoilt with good local pubs but the Brewery Bar outshines them all! The staff are always welcoming and friendly and the recent refurb makes it cosy and comfy. We visited on a Wednesday when they have a fun pub quiz and we ate there too. The food is nothing but delicious, all home cooked and great portion sizes... you won’t go home hungry! We’ll most definitely go back :-)
GaynorF22 . 2019-12-12
MORE AT TripAdvisor
These schedules may not be completely accurate on special days. Please always confirm with the restaurant
Similary restaurants in South East
26 Opinions
What a gem , beautiful food , lovely staff can’t believe I have never been before . Came with family on a busy afternoon and had a great breakfast that’s been served all day , we were so happy to stil
cookedsteakladyoldmeatpiefishchillichickensaladroasts