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Nº 179 in 243 in West Somerset

Nº 71 of 97 British in West Somerset

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We stayed for the weekend and ate there for every meal - breakfast, lunch and dinner. There was a great selection of good, straightforward, well cooked and delicious food efficiently served by friendly helpful folk. There was a delightfully friendly atmosphere throughout the whole of our stay. We will definitely be visiting again, the sooner then better!

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111lynda . 2024-03-29

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Couldn,t get a table for dinner in a neighbouring pub.Tried this pub on the off chance.Even though they were fully booked,still managed to get us in.Staff were great.Good meal and very good beer.Thanks to all,for saving our Friday night.

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vrdriver . 2023-09-14

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Ate one evening recently as a walk up. Had Chicken Tandoori , with rice. Also steak n ale pie. Food way basic, and not great quality. Pie was full of air, curry was mainly sauce, little meat. Took almost an hour to arrive. Will eat elsewhere in future.

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Kevin D . 2023-09-13

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Booked in last minute at The Castle and had the lasagne plus a pizza. We arrived Saturday and can honestly say this is the best meal we’ve had to date. Booked again for this Thursday. The others were ‘okay’ (but not from The Castle). The 2 lads serving tonight (11/9/23) were really friendly and helpful.

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Paradise06126912001 . 2023-09-11

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Busy when we arrived. Waitress was nice and managed to find us a table. Ordered of a fairly standard menu. Food took 45 minutes to arrive. Food was fine however the locals are rude and have mouths like sewers. Won’t be returning when I visit my family down here again.

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Kerry R . 2023-08-26

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We have visited the Castle a few times over the past 2-3 years stayed with them for a weekend eaten and had drinks every time we visit Porlock.The pub is fab staff friendly and accommodating food is very good and good range of drinks.We will be back next time we’re here as it’s becoming one of our favourites to visit.

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danbF9525PZ . 2021-06-02

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Good food, reasonably priced. Would certainly go back. Great place for lunch! A few locals in the pub, but it was surprisingly quiet for a Friday bank holiday weekend. Service was good. Great location in the centre of the town. Lovely old building.

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gaylec74 . 2020-08-28

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Local ale was good:) barman friendly and helpful too. Menu looked simple but varied. Busy pub for locals

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BIgFriendlyNorthern . 2020-08-08

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Really lovely food and staff. Recommend the scampi and sticky toffee pudding. Comfy cosy pub. Definitely worth a visit

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gdhk17 . 2020-01-04

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Had some lovely currys in here and the fish and chips were great too. Also a lovely friendly atmosphere with staff and customers all being chatty. Loved it here.

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l0uiseguk . 2019-11-01

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Alway get a good welcome and a great meal really enjoyed it Good place to to meet nice people Staff very friendly

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S3371VWpeterb . 2019-10-27

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We visited on two occasions during our weeks holiday. Great food, extremely friendly and great beer. Definitely worth a visit if in Porlock.

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Clive844598 . 2019-10-06

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Stopped for lunch with my husband, both ordered ham, egg and chips only £6.99 so I was expecting a small piece of ham and 1 egg, when it was served the ham alone was home baked, thick and over a whole large slice along with 2 eggs.although a simple meal it was delicious and eggs cooked perfectly. The gentleman behind the bar was very attentive and it was nice to see an elderly gentleman hobbling in and his pint was ready for him on the bar by the time he got there. So pleased we stopped here we will be back.

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wardiek07 . 2019-08-22

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Called in for lunch as a family. Husband and children all ordered fish and chips. Massive pieces of fish. So much so the waitress said if we couldn’t eat it all (looking at our children) she would get a box so we could take home! My ribs and chicken were fine but nothing special.

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581annew . 2019-08-18

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Just got back from a weekend stay. Had a room on the top floor. Clean and very comfortable, just what we needed after a day of exploring. Also had an evening meal. It was really good pub food. Nice selection of ales as well. The breakfast the following day - excellent. Freshly cooked, easily one of the best I have had for a while. Very dog friendly as well. I would recommend to others and would not hesitate to stay again if in the area. Thank-you for an enjoyable stay.

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JamesH09 . 2019-08-11

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A really nice place, with formal table seating or comfy sofas and even a treat bucket for four legged customers. Staff were helpful and friendly, food was delicious, we had a lovely evening here.

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suegee333 . 2019-08-03

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What a shame that this lovely pub (it even has a library !) in the most quaint village could only serve half a cup of coffee and class it as ‘regular’ size ? I didn’t query the quantity as the bar was busy etc but to charge £2.20 for what we jokingly referred to as a ‘mouthful’ was quite poor, even in a tourist trap location ?

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Mister J . 2019-07-21

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We came here to Porlock with our motorcycle club, they camped nearby, and we though comfy bed. We were shown to our room, which had been freshly decorated. Lovely size, even had a settee and chairs to relax in. The staff are really friendly and warm with their welcome. The food here is really nice and there is plenty of choice for breakfast and evening meals. The pub itself has a lovely atmosphere to it and lots of comfy chairs to make for a good evening. Really enjoyed our stay here, looking forward to coming back in the near future.Lots to see and do in the surrounding area.

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AndyKSimcox . 2019-07-12

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This is a lovely space and is very comfortable. The food was lovely pub food. The beer and wine was good. There were plenty of staff on duty and we felt very welcome. Very close to the Porlock Caravan Park,

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caraCorsham . 2019-06-03

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Nice pub, good atmosphere. Loved the giant fish and chips. Would definitely visit again if in the area

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4_Yorkshire_folks . 2019-06-03

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Had a fantastic break, staff very friendly, evening meal was great, breakfast was lovely plenty of choices. Our room was newly converted, very impressed, lovely decorated, worth every penny,shower was fantastic. Had a fantastic mini break, look forward to a mother visit.

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Hele5 . 2019-05-07

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Popular with locals and tourists. It was friendly and well run. The staff and locals all very welcoming and chatty. Food and drink selection very good and extremely reasonable. Nice and clean and well decorated pub.

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Nanamousaka . 2019-04-11

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This pub is perfect, food is so good we ate here every night during our three nights in Porlock. Nice friendly atmosphere, great hosts. So relaxing and comfortable it's hard to leave. Lovely food and good selection of Gin! Highly recommended. best place to eat in Porlock by far.

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Sandra B . 2019-03-15

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Nice to see that The Castle has reverted back to being The Castle and is no longer called Miller's. We've been coming here for years and it has had a lot of money spent on it in recent years which it desperately needed. Has a good menu with reasonable prices and a good range of beers. Sometimes feels as if you're in a library and there are an abundance of books available to read but a very good pub/restaurant right in the centre of the village.

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841richard . 2019-03-06

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Friendly staff served good value roast beef and gammon. Lots of fresh vegetables and good gravy. Child portion also available. A mixed grill was also very tasty.

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sconnyla . 2019-02-17

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Came here after moving from a neighbouring pub that was noisy, on a Sunday night.

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stuartm889 . 2018-11-11

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Was walking the South West Coast Path from Minehead and ended up in Porlock at 3.30. The Castle was the only place that I could find that was serving food all day, and had some lovely comfy sofas. Was craving a pie all day, and the Pie of the Day didn't disappoint, was lovely! Really nice atmosphere in the place, would recommend.

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ma6asrb . 2018-11-03

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My wife and I stopped at the Castle for a long weekend and could find nothing to fault from check in to the cleanliness and warmth of the room we were allocated. The owners/staff were unfailingingly polite, helpful and friendly. We ate in the Castle two nights and the meals were fine. The full Englis breakfast in the morning was plentiful and of good quality and certainly set you up for the day. Would not hesitate to stay here again or recommend to others

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Tom G . 2018-10-30

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I didn't eat here but saw plenty of people seemingly enjoying doing so. I spent several happy afternoon and evenings sitting in this pub sampling some of the ciders on tap. During July I watched England win the infamous penalty shoot-out against Colombia here with a predominantly local clientele - all of whom friendly and welcoming. During October I spent some more time here enjoying the relatively unknown courtyard area out the back which is a lovely, peaceful place to enjoy a book and a pint without much interference. I was equally at home sitting in my favourite sofa (which a good view of the TV for some more football action) and an equally good view of the pool table where I witnessed some local action!

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Steven C . 2018-10-17

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Good pub grub with reasonable prices. The curry was particularly good. Good choice from menu an good service.

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001-Mrs-B-D . 2018-10-16

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Popped in here for a quick bite one evening, the food and beer were ok. Staff very attentive, yanks guys.

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dickydave . 2018-10-12

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The service and drink selection were fine. I chose the mixed grill the sausages were over cooked and the steak had no juice coming from it as you would expect from a rare cooked steak. Everything on the plate excluding the egg looked like it had been microwaved. Pudding was nice.

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982PaulR982 . 2018-10-09

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My colleague and I was staying at The Cottage across the road and we visited The Castle again for an evening drink (2 glasses of Malbec £8.80) and we found it has a good ambience and the staff are helpful and pleasant. Part of the bar/restaurant area are dog friendly.

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busterSolihull . 2018-09-30

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Good food in classic "pub grub" mode. Friendly service and good selection of drinks. Vegetarian options a bit limited and no real vegetables to speak of. Portions are generous and the food was hot, tasty and very reasonably priced.

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rmccormick175 . 2018-09-28

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Lovely central Hotel, and really good Ful English breakfast. Go prepared for all weathers. Good for Walkers.

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Jan B . 2018-09-03

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Visited the Castle tonight for a couple of drinks and a meal. The staff were very pleasant and welcoming. Drinks were good, Thatchers Gold cider for me and a couple of pints of IPA type beer for my hubby. We ate chicken and ribs and gammon steak both with chips which was hot, tasty and promptly served.

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461May . 2018-08-28

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The staff were very friendly and the food was very nice it came very quicky even thought the pub was full

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christine r . 2018-08-21

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A lovely relaxed vibe, even with a stag party in full drag in the bar. Great selection of beers and good banter with the bar staff.

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James M . 2018-08-16

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Modern friendly pub with a mix of locals and visitors. Good selection of beers and ciders. My wife had a fantastic steak there and I had a chilli which was ok, piping hot straight out the microwave but I still enjoyed it.

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Andy T . 2018-08-07

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4 adults & a 6year old had a super meal here last weekend, food was hot, tasty & well presented, we didn't have to wait for too long & portions were generous, the price was ok, we all left well fed & happy, thank you The Castle Hotel.

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Sue L . 2018-08-06

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My Spouse & I were pleased with the service we received. They were all polite & friendly. The prices were reasonable and the food was very nice. I had meat free dinner & the other half had roast beef dinner. We both enjoyed our meal here. Recommended.

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BigFatBudgie . 2018-07-29

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We tried to book a room/ suite for 3 adults in Minehead but everything was full, glad we couldn't! We stayed in a mini apartment on the top floor which is great, just right for families or friends. There was such a lovely atmosphere in the bar that we ate there every night and had really good pub grub. There is only one negative there is no lift but the lovely owners help with cases, should you need assistance.

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ToadstoolCott . 2018-07-13

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Came here for a drink and for dinner. Our dog was very welcome. Pleasant bar area, very comfortable and well decorated. The bar staff were all very nice. We had fish and chips off the menu and it was a good meal. We unexpectantly stumbled into a quiz night and it was very entertaining.

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Superhoopsgirl . 2018-07-02

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Great food very helpfull staff great selection of beer and cider made to feel very welcome . dogs welcomed Will be back

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clive l . 2018-06-16

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It seemed that the whole of Porlock was fully booked on the night of our visit. Only the Castle was willing to find us a table.

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disgruntledman54 . 2018-05-13

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We had a lovely spacious, clean room and enjoyed our stay here. The breakfast was great and staff really helpful. As it was low season we even got free parking outside.

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caspernfg . 2018-02-27

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Had 2 great meals here on a weekend break. Good size portions good staff friendly atmosphere and very clean.

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Paul W . 2017-10-24

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We stayed hear for 4nights and was really pleased with our room. Modern,clean and a lovely ensuite with a super shower and good quality towels.The complimentary tea tray was well stocked with tea,coffee and nice biscuits. The staff were very friendly a special mention about Mike who was a joy to meet in the morning and cooked a great breakfast. However our beds were never made and on the 3rd day after we had done a 9 mile walk we returned to find our room had not been touched. We were were soaked from our walk and really wanted a hot drink and a shower but the cups were dirty,no milk and the towels were wet having used them for 3days. We had to go and ask for towels and told that it was the house keepers day off and it was a personal thing that they don’t make beds anyway . Well I have never ever experienced that before and it should be pointed out when booking. Because I make beds and clean at home everyday when I go away I want a total break not self catering. What a shame that we had to deal with that on our short break. So when booking check what day the housekeeper is off and if like me you like your bed made if this service will be provided. If you are staying 1night there won’t be a problem and would recommend.

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vknowle . 2017-10-16

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early eaters so chose something quick off the menu good service good food greatc cider what more can you ask for !

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garywG9096KJ . 2017-09-20

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When we went it was very busy and we hadn't booked but the staff were more than happy to accommodate us and made us feel very welcome. The service was fantastic and the food was great. A really lovely visit, would highly recommend.

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MamaDutch40 . 2017-08-24

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Family dinner on holiday. Friendly and very efficient staff, child and dog friendly, plenty of space in a lovely old pub which has hundreds of books lining the walls - apparently they were left when the previous business moved out. You can just browse the books or buy them by giving a donation to the charity box! Kept our grandchildren (and adults) occupied for ages! The food was very good, large portions, even from the children's menu. The chicken tikka masala was delicious and at a total bill of £77, for 4 adults and 3 children, including a couple of wines and ciders, a beer, plus soft drinks, it was an absolute bargain. Definitely worth a visit. Thanks.

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Leisah C . 2017-08-22

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After a long walk, all you need is a cold beer. Mission accomplished at the Castle.

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swampies2017 . 2017-08-19

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We have visited the Castle many times over the years and I was really hoping that it had improved. The menu selection was good- lighter meals/ baguettes available in the evening which was good to see. However I opted for a cheese and red onion chutney baguette and was disappointed to only have a few flakes of grated cheese. My husband had the tikka masala which he says was great though.

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mrslettuce2016 . 2017-08-10

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Having visited Porlock many times, the Castle Hotel is our favourite pub in the village.

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RandH32 . 2017-08-08

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Chipped glass and beer that was off were not a good start. Basic menu so we didn't bother. We won't be returning.

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Rachel and Tim T . 2017-07-22

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Nos alojamos aquí la primera 30 años atrás. Los precios han aumentado (obviamente) y que ha cambiado de manos varias veces, pero la acogida es todavía tan cálido y las habitaciones tan cómodas. Buena opción de menú de desayuno y una amplia selección en el...

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Glen2006 . 2017-06-29

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Ate in the bar area. Food was hot and plentiful. Staff friendly. The bar area is dog friendly so don't be surprised to see a dog or two lying under adjoining tables. Good range of beers.

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simon c . 2017-06-24

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We visited twice and on both occasions the service was excellent. Most of the meals were good, but the fish and chips were a bit greasy.

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Sue B . 2017-06-02

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Went there on the first night of our stay in Porlock and it's now our local for the week. Friendly service,food that's good,nice settees that are so comfy, its just got a nice homely feel.

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Rick D . 2017-05-31

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beautiful, spacious pub, friendly staff welcomed us and our dogs. simple but delicious menu, and cheap too!

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Rachel B . 2017-05-29

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We visited the Castle Hotel for an evening meal, having had drink in here previously, whilst on a weekend trip to Somerset, staying in Porlock.The pub is quite quirky, having once been a wine bar, and has a mix of comfy settles and tables with chairs. There are hundreds, if not thousands of books lining most walls, which are available for customers to read and residents to take to their rooms. There are also a number of games provided for customer use.The bar has a good range or local and national/international drinks, beers were well kept, and the staff were all friendly and cheerful.Is was moderately busy when we visited, and we had reserved a table in the small restaurant area, although meals can be eaten in the bar area.One slight disappointment was that you still had to order at the bar when sitting in the restaurant, but that is not entirely unusual with pubs, and you can open a tab.There is a good range of meals on the menu, and the food was extremely tasty, and nicely hot when served. The desert menu is a little restricted, but was ok.

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GaryS50036 . 2017-04-29

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We stayed in the castle for 2 nights check in was easy the rooms was nicely decorated with an enormous bathroom for a hotel. The staff were extremely friendly helpful and all round jolly pleasant people. Breakfast was well good bit late at 9 in the morning for us but we waited and enjoyed cos we like to be up early to enjoy the wonders that Exmoor have. We are extremely interested in the Red Deer and enjoy photography and also the walking. All in all great stay would use again. Well located to cover all Exmoor.

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David P . 2017-04-11

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We were staying at local caravan park and went here for lunch with some friends.Food was excellent and the service from young girl who was also running the bar was exceptional and she was very thoughtful and polite.We have been here before in October 2016 and will certainly be returning on our next visit to Porlock

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Andrew S . 2017-04-05

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After an odd experience in the Royal oak (same town) we chose this place to eat as we were by now very hungry. Place was completely empty aside from the beer garden but it may have been post mothers day rush. The castle is decked out with sofas and a library. Whilst comfortable and perhaps purposeful locally, the place struggles to define what it is offering to a visiting stranger. I chose Calamari and a Chili Burger. My friend had a very ordinary chili con carne that was sloppily plated and bland. My burger was of the quality you might expect from a Burger van and not worthy of the more gourmet price attached. Overall a disappointing experience, especially when i informed the owner the burger was not enjoyable. He looked slightly sheepish and mumbled something about "is that ok?" but offered no view or solution. Very disappointing.

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Simon R . 2017-04-03

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Popped into the Castle for a few drinks whilst staying at a local caravan park in my tourer.The staff were extremely friendly and informative about the local area.Although I did not eat on this occasion... the menu did look good and relatively cheap. Would recommend this place for a visit.Thanks

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ShepsterUK . 2017-04-03

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We went here because the other pubs and cafes were closed or to busy. It turned out to be a nice friendly place and not to packed. comfortable seats, tables were clean and the food was good standard pub grub and well priced. only downsude was that it felt a little chilly in there and could of done with some heating on.

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pebbles8beach . 2017-03-21

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This pub served great honest pub grub with sizeable portions. My pie was wonderful with its own separate pot of gravy.Dogs are made welcome and there's an eclectic mix of both tables and lounging sofas with masses of books around the walls (to read at your leisure) and a separate play room for the kids.

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paulash69 . 2017-02-28

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Popped in for dinner and we both ordered fish and chips, when the food came the fish was virtually none existent and the batter had a slimy texture to it. We sent the food back and nearly 30 minutes later the same dish came back in a worse state than the the first time so was not impressed. The barman was apologetic and only charged us for one meal but wouldn't recommend based on our experience.

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steveg43 . 2017-01-23

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Another family get together this time for New Years Eve dinner, there were 10 of us & the place was humming as it was a 60s/70s night, however we were sat in the Restaurant area with 2 other tables of diners, our food orders were taken & the food arrived in good time, all meals were good & enjoyed, portions were fine as was quality of food & service. We were all very happy with the bill & decided not to stay for the "festivities" so we left them to it, I would think a good night was had by all !

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Nigel L . 2017-01-05

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Beautiful Village with lots of quirky shops and history. In December the Village business participate in decorating a Santa makes walking through and spotting fun. Castle appeared a little tired but it was very quiet. Staff Uniforms very casual Food mediocre

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HWA2014 . 2016-12-14

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Comfortable pub with good food and friendly staff. Prices are reasonable. Friendly locals. Well behaved dogs are welcomed.

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Harold B . 2016-12-05

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Had a pleasant meal, varied basic menu. Interesting décor with lots of old books to browse while waiting for meal. The staff were pleasant and helpful.

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Mon067 . 2016-11-15

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& family members sat down & enjoyed a very acceptable meal & drinks in a cosy friendly atmosphere & with good service & reasonable prices.Food arrived without too long a wait, it was all hot & tasty & all meals were finished, so must of been good, mine certainly was .

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Nigel L . 2016-10-20

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Ideal place to stay for access to Exmoor and October is the rut and the stags in all there glory.The hotel is dog friendly and the rooms are very well decorated and very comfortable, the food is excellent and a good value.The staff are very very friendly and helpful and the owners are very dedicated and run a lovely hotel.n

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Peter B . 2016-10-16

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Ich liebe Bücher! Ich liebe gutes Essen! Hier gibt es beides in Hülle und Fülle ... Zwischen den ausgedehnten Spaziergängen gibt es hier leckere lokale Spezialitäten und an verregneten Tagen einfach ein Pint Sider und eine unendliche Auswahl an Büchern auf bequemen Polstern … Toll!

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Tina-Mamulja . 2016-10-04

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This place is trying to find its identity - Its almost there. The staff are very freindly and helpful but the menu is basic. Great if thats what you are after. I had a jacket potato which tasted a bit...reheated, but it was hot and flavoursome and plenty of melted cheese. My husband had scampi and chips which he rated as very good quality. The surroundings are a bit tired and tatty, but after a busy season, that can be forgiven. its an eclectic mix of sofas and formal tables and chairs - sometimes this can work, but its a trend that has exhausted itself - It needs to be more individual and perhaps have some specials. Staff were very attentive and chatty and made you feel welcome. We will happily return mainly down to that welcome.

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Kitty b . 2016-09-28

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Visited today for a late lunch and first impressions were very good, the decor is lovely and the eclectic range of books on the bookshelves all around were an interesting addition. The chap behind the bar was pleasant and two of our five meals were excellent (gammon eggs and chips). Unfortunately that is as far as the positive comments can go, two of us had the chicken tikka masala which was the worst we have ever had. There were only three pieces of chicken on one plate and five on the other and all of the pieces were about one centimetre square so it was mostly sauce and no substance (although the sauce was okay), not worth the money.In our opinion this place should not be called a restaurant, we wanted drinks while we were looking at the menu and had to order and pay for them immediately rather than open a tab and pay for the drinks and food at the same time after our meal. Then we had to go back to the bar and order our food and pay for it (I've never been to a restaurant and had to do this) maybe this is to ensure they get their money as they have other dissatisfied customers! At no time were we asked if we were enjoying our meals, and when we'd finished we sat for a while but were not asked if we'd like coffee and dessert and the plates were not cleared away, presumably again they expect you to just go back to the bar. By the way, there was nobody else eating at the time we were there and only a few having drinks.Considering this is called a hotel the impression we had was that it is more like a pub with rooms. We only went there because The Ship which had better reviews here on TA wasn't doing food Until 7pm and they told us a The Castle would be. If we're in the area again we won't be going back.

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JanH-KPM . 2016-09-19

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Despite sitting in plain sight of the bar, I was told I'd have to pay for every drink and item of food at the time of ordering - no tab. When I complied, and later went back to the bar for one more drink (card in hand!) I was told there was a £5 minimum spend!Very average meal, staff clearly wish they were elsewhere, and I've just spotted the manager putting cling film over the pint of beer I ordered but wasn't allowed to pay for. Unbelievable.

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John B . 2016-09-16

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We used the hotel for our maim evening meals and although the menu was very good, catering for most tastes,there were 2 or 3 meals unavailable which limited our choice. What we did have however was very good and plentiful

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Marlin4952 . 2016-09-13

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The staff are very friendly and made us feel very welcome. Nothing was too much trouble. The pub is very dog friendly and all dogs get given a treat by the bar staff which is a hit with all furry four legged friends. The food was excellant and the accodation was good, comfortable and clean. I cannot fault the Castle in any way. In fact we have have booked to come back again very soon.

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francesroy900 . 2016-09-11

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Visited the Castle on Carnival night so the place was buzzing. Had a tasty, well cooked jacket potato with salad followed by a waffle, chocolate sauce and ice-cream. Good, basic pub food. Staff members were cheerful and food came promptly.

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jacques103 . 2016-09-05

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Stopped off here after a good afternoons walk. Lovely building and the bar/restaurant was well presented. Good selection of real ales and ciders. The staff were all very friendly and helpful. The down side was the food we ordered. My wife ordered a chicken Caesar Salad which came in a bowl and looked like a messy tossed salad without any individuality at all. My wife merely picked at the salad. Our friends teenage daughter also ordered this dish and was totally unimpressed with as well. I had the Rump steak with an au poivre sauce. The steak was only ok and the au poivre sauce was peppery but just looked like a clear sauce. Overall we were all very disappointed with the food that was presented. It was also rather expensive.

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alacarte151 . 2016-09-04

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The Castle is right in the middle of the village and has been totally renovated from its old tatty offering.The bar area has comfortable furniture although one area looks like a library with shelves of books.I didn't eat but from what I saw the food looked good,a look at the menu confirmed a large choice.One irritation is that wi fi is only available to hotel residents,the first pub I have been into for years without it,this really isn't good enough these days.

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putney19 . 2016-08-30

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Fine dining it isn't, but we didn't want to cook one evening when staying at Porlock camp site so came here. The service was faultless - friendly, quick, professional, you would be hard pressed to get better anywhere. The draught beer was very good - as were the range of soft drinks for the kids. A big bonus was we could take our dog in too. The food was very good for pub grub - it was served quickly, hot and was exactly whet it said on the menu. If you want somewhere reasonably priced to eat out with a dog or family it is difficult to beat in Porlock - and there is plenty of choice.

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John P . 2016-08-29

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Lovely pub with a great welcome from the staff. Didn't have a great choice of food at the time of our visit. We will try there again when we return later in the year.

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excusemelulu . 2016-08-23

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Stayed in Porlock for a week (w/c 15th Aug) with wife and our black lab.Ate in The Castle 3-4 times, several different dishes (fish/steak/curry) couldn't fault the food or service in anyway, lovely girl who's name I don't know, served us each time and made you feel ike you really belonged (personal touch) which we never found anywhere else we ate.Had big TV on so watching Olympics and all G.B golds too!!!Why the title of the review....order the nacho's for one from the starters oh my life never seen so many nachos on a plate!!!Thank you The Castle for looking after throughout our stay (dog flat out most the time from all the walking!!) love Porlock we will definitely becoming back :-)

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esso34 . 2016-08-22

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Visited with the family twice. First time just for drinks and second for dinner and drinks. The food was pub grub nothing wrong with it but nothing to rave about. Staff were nice and helpful.

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Lorraine D . 2016-08-19

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Decided to eat at the Castle whilst staying in Porlock recently. We have eaten here some years ago and even stayed at the hotel but not since the new ownership. The food and service were both disappointing. The beef chilli was a dish of lukewarm liquid with the odd clump of mince and chick peas and a couple of red kidney beans, very tasteless. The curry wasn't much better. The bar staff seemed totally indifferent. Perhaps we just happened to go on an 'off day' as many reviews say the food is good.

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mrslettuce2016 . 2016-08-11

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Our food arrived at our table quite soon after ordering, but my husband's side salad was limp and brown, his choice of sandwich the cheese had not been melted properly. Not much effort made with the food and my fish finger sandwich tasted of a cheap version of fish fingers. On the plus side the chips were very good but overall a poor meal. A good priced lunch but now we know why.

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feecreamtea . 2016-08-10

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We stopped here for a meal one evening this week and it was lovely. The staff were mostly quite young and they were so polite and provided excellent service. My mother ended up talking to one very kind man behind the bar about her childhood holidays to Dunster Beach and he listened and was really polite to her many stories!!The food was lovely, my only fault is that you can taste the quality of the meat and it could be better - especially with a butchers in the village! Locally sourced meat with a bit of promotion would go down a storm! The inside of the restaurant is beautiful and could not be faulted. It looks very high quality. Overall a very positive experience and I would definitely recommend! The prices are shockingly good for what you get! I almost smiled when I saw the bill!

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Lauren B . 2016-08-03

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The place looks very very decent and the staff was very friendly. Yet, the food was just disappointing. During our stay in England/Wales, we ate in 8 different pubs, so I feel we have good comparison to be able to judge, and this just wasn't good. The steak I had was not cheap, yet it was dry and the vegetables were unimpressive and just too simple. For a meal in Porlock, I advice The Ship Inn.

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SimonGroningen . 2016-07-26

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Castle bar and lounge area provided a good choice of cold drinks at reasonable prices. Quick service from friendly staff. Food also on offer and looked good but we didn't sample this.

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JP070766 . 2016-07-25

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More local than tourist but not bad for a reasonably priced meal although the menu is not extensive.Both meals I had when I visited were good size and well cooked.

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lambretta134 . 2016-07-23

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Very busy night we went for a meal. Staff not very helpful. Food very mediocre. Dogs on settees. Food ordering from bar, rather haphazard.

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143pam14 . 2016-06-19

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Wij hebben er twee keer lekker gegeten, Pubmeals. Goede keuze, lekker en snel. Bediening is heel vriendelijk

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ReViPaesiBassi . 2016-06-13

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Warm welcome and comfortable with nice atmosphere. Dog friendly with good staff.Big portions and great beer. Perfect after a day exploring and walking.

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Deb C . 2016-06-05

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Quirky pub with big, comfy sofas and walls lined with books. A great place to sit, have a drink and relax.

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DJA_Akron . 2016-06-02

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4 of us sat in the bar area & ordered drinks & food, the bar was busy but our food arrived with not too long a wait, the food was all very good, good portion sizes & all hot & obviously freshly cooked. We had 4 mains & 4 sweet courses very happy with all food & the costs were acceptable also. We would certainly eat here again.

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Nigel L . 2016-06-02

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Great services, excellent fish and chips, nice relaxing atmosphere. Well worth checking it out if you are visiting this lovely area.

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dipars0ns . 2016-05-05

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Pleasant dining area, with 'library' ambience. Although the menu was not extensive, the food was tasty and ably served. The very economicbill was a pleasant surprise. Excellent value for money.

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DavidS504137 . 2016-05-04

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