Hafway House in South Somerset

Great little pub and good atmosphere albeit a little loud for us 🤣. Staff were very friendly and the local ale on offer was great. Food was decent too. Not huge variation in the menu for us but worth a visit for sure.

First time here, myself and my friend was trying to find a pub with a ploughman’s. This pub didn’t only deliver on service but also amazing food. We were welcomed as if we were locals, friendly chat with the staff who were knowledgable and attentive. We were promised a great ploughman’s that really delivered! The ploughman’s had a selection of tasty cheese’s, beautiful bread, amazing chutney, fresh salad, coleslaw and pickles. I enjoyed myself so much that I will be returning next week with my wife. I highly recommend trying this place but, have been told it is best to book.

I loved this place! Appears to be In quite an isolated position but in reality is near to small townships. A traditional pub. We had a very enjoyable lunch, tasty and good hearty portions went down well. They have an amazing choice of ales which I could not appreciate at lunchtime and places to go but another visit beckons. The owners and staff were friendly and helpful. We all would have no hesitation in returning.

We no longer enjoy coming here for dinner, I'm afraid to say. The prices for the meals have gone up quite a lot, yet everything seems to have low-quality ingredients. There is not that much choice on the menu, either. This time the cottage pie was really fatty, it didn't have mashed potatoes on top (probably too much work), instead it came with almost raw slices of potato. The chicken burger was advertised as coming with chips, coleslaw and "salad", however, when it arrived, there was no salad on the plate. When enquiring about it, I was told it was part of the burger. Well, yes, there was a bit of lettuce and a small slice of tomato in it. Not how I had imagined it, though. We come here regularly, but in future we might just come for an ale and perhaps some chips - we'll get our proper food elsewhere after the last few experiences. What a shame.

What a disappointment! We booked a table for a family lunch to celebrate my husbands birthday. Service was very poor, actually nonexistent. We were told our table was "round the corner", we sat and waited to have our order taken. Once we realised everyone who arrived after us was getting their food, we realised that we had to order at the bar... would have been nice to be told that! The food selection was very limited, usual bar food with a few ordinary specials. I ordered a venison and chorizo burger, it was utterly tasteless. My sons onion tart he said was average. Best thing on our plates was the chips. Waitress staff were disinterested in any sort of customer service, no one asked if we had everything or was everything alright... nothing!!! Took ages to have our plates taken away and yet again we had to order pudding at the bar. When I went to pay...... at the bar!! , the bill was put in front of me to "happy"? No how was your meal?, or thank you for coming. For a pub with such awards we expected so much better. Oh and my pimms.... was so transparent I question whether there was any Pimms in it at all, Ive never had one like that.... Shame, I run a holiday cottage, I'm afraid you don't get my recommendation and we certainly won't be coming back again.

If you want dry bread, burnt bacon and terrible customer service then your like this pub, when mentioned to the lady who cleared out plates she didn’t went to know rude unfriendly and unpleasant, Never returning what a dark , awful place inside . Unless your a local

My husband and I went to the halfway on our way home as we thought it was a dog friendly pub. We have 2 dogs, one confident and rarely barks, and the other one who is very nervous, but we have been working with her to build her confidence. Our dog had been doing really well at The Pound in Aller and the Prince Alfred at Burrowbridge, so we wanted to widen her experience. We chose the Halfway House at Langport, as we saw on line, it was dog friendly. Sadly as my dog, although I was using training techniques to try to calm her, when a couple came to sit near us, our nervous dog, was more nervous. The couple were lovely and continued to talk to us while we calmed our dog, understanding she was scared. Sadly the bar staff spoke to us, and said, your dog is barking, people are eating. I could not do more than I was to mange the training, so told the bar person, we would finish our drinks and leave. He said, it wasn’t him, it was everyone else. This was not very helpful. The people we were taking to said they often have evenings when they have lots of dogs and they can become barky and hoped they would see us again. We will not be going back again, some pubs are child friendly and you expect some noise from children, I thought a dog friendly pub would understand some noise from dogs, especially those who the owner is trying to help increase their confidence. We understand the establishment can decide who they want in their business. I thought we were going to be in a pub who understood nervous dogs, but this was not the case. We now understand the owners want to allow dogs, not not nervous dogs. This is a lovely pub, but only wants quiet dogs.

Excellent authentic country pub. Matching Dublin for the best pint of Guinness I’ve tasted. Not heard this much laughter in a pub for a long time, great experience.

Excellent home cooked food at reasonable prices, the best pub food in the area! Never had a bad meal.

A really cosy pub with amazing selection of real ales. The staff were really friendly and the barman really knew his stuff about the beer! Lovely home cooked food and some really nice specials.

What a lovely pub. Great atmosphere, good selection of drinks and the food was lovely. This was a last minute visit and it did not disappoint. It was my husband’s birthday and this just made the evening.

First time for us eating at the pub. Good welcome by Lucie and Mark on arrival. Super selection of real ales . 3 of us had Sirloin steaks which were cooked as we had ordered them. 1 of us had Venison ad Chirizo burger which was also very good. Deserts v good too. Thanks for a lovely evening.

This is a proper old fashioned local pub which is very popular on a Sunday. Great welcome and awesome selection of ales. Good value. We didn’t eat but recommend booking a table and the roasts looked lovely. We will be back.

We spent 3 brilliant nights in "the hut" at the halfway house and used the pub everyday. The proprietors and staff were friendly, welcoming and very helpful. The locals are all friendly and courteous and make you feel welcome. The food was excellent and they serve a good range of local ciders and beers. The new years eve celebrations in the pub were absolutely brilliant, thank you so much for hosting such a fantastic night.

We had a table for 4 for lunch when a crowd of about 12 came in and surrounded us standing up, talking loudly even shouting. We could not hear ourselves talk. Staff did not control what was happening. We asked to move but could not be facilitated. Starters and mains were very good but we left without pudding and coffee etc as we could not put up with it anymore. Very selfish behaviour by the crowd who came in.

Although we have eaten here before, we have never had a Sunday roast before and we haven't eaten here for a long time. We were not disappointed! The food was superb! Really tasty, nice lean melt in your mouth roast beef, and plenty of fresh veg and gravy! And the puddings were seriously to die for! I tasted two and they have got me wanting to return very soon indeed! The Mocha Cheesecake and the Pear, Apple & Walnut Crumble with real custard and plenty of it. Well done the Halfway House. A knockout meal in a busy local country pub - which we knew anyway!!! Thank you! We will be back very soon!

We visited on Saturday evening as a party of 9, we've been to the Halfway houses on a number of occasions and have always found it to be a fantastic venue with excellent food. I am given to understand that the venue might be under new management, if it is, then it's great to see that the food is just as awesome as before. My wife had the steak and mushroom pie, it had a thin shortcrust pastry top and was filled with large chunks of steak and the gravy (which she let me dunk a chip into) took me back to my school days, it was delicious. I only had a bowl of chips and a bowl of beans as I had eaten earlier, otherwise, I would have had the scampi as you might expect if you follow these reviews. I would have posted pictures but frankly, the food was gone too soon. In terms of facilities, there is a couple of steep steps down to the main entrance but I believe there is step-free access to the side, there is also a disabled parking space right outside, next to the large casks. The toilets might be disabled-friendly if you are in a wheelchair, I won't lie it's going to be a tad snug, especially if there is someone standing at the facilities, engaged in the removal of bodily fluids... We will obviously be going back, the Halfway house is ideally suited to meeting with family as it is halfway between our houses, plus the quality of food is just mwah...(insert chef-kiss emoji).

Tried to book a table for Sunday lunch and was told we were not able to but to arrive before 11.45 as two tables were for first come first served. We endeavoured to get there by 11.35 and was told we could have a table in the bar. The lady in charge then appeared and said a larger party had phoned and would have the table in question and there was nothing else as we were only 2 people. She was very unwelcoming and rude - making it obvious we were not welcome - obviously money meant more than customers. This is not the way to treat people and we will not be recommending again. We then went to The Firepit in Curry Rivel who bent over backwards to accommodate us. The meal was amazing and the staff first class so thank you we will be back !!

Full Range of local beers, great pub Really good Cod and Chips Ploughman’s lunch with k popular Still great value whats not to like Great pint of Otter

Good traditional local pub with good food on offer. Portions were huge and there was a good variety on offer. The garden was lovely to enjoy on a sunny day. Staff friendly and helpful.

The staff here were friendly and helpful. Sadly the food was nowhere near as good. We get that as Vegans our choices are going to be limited. We understand that. However we opted for jacket potato’s and beans with salad which normally you can’t go...

What a place! Great wholesome food, excellent beer and great staff. It has a great rustic feel and no fruit machines! Great fun and a good place for a chat!

Just stopped for a snack on Monday lunchtime. Fabulous cheesy chips and an excellent range of ales. We have made a note to stop for a meal next time we wre passing. A proper pub!

Stopped here to break a journey to Cornwall with family. Really couldn't fault the place: their food is so, so good - simple traditional stuff but prepared flawlessly and made fresh from very high quality ingredients. Service was first rate too - really quick, very...

This is a really good, genuine English country pub. It has a great choice of draft beers and an impressive food menu. The chicken pie was to die for, and the prices are very reasonable. I will certainly return.

Group of 10 came for lunch. Fantastic welcome all ready with a reserved table( worth doing as gets busy) Great beers and especially ciders from local breweries. Home cooked food was absolutely excellent and cannot fault the service received.

Fabulous pub. The choice of beer and cider is great. Lovely atmosphere and staff very helpful. Would thoroughly recommend for drink. Unfortunately it was fully booked for food but will book a table in advance for our next visit

The owners are very welcoming. The Pub is like a second home. Warming open fires both ends. The best choice of beers in Somerset second to none. The food is lovely.

Lunch for two, and I was treating someone who had been good to us. Her meal was, apparently, very good. Mine on the other hand, left me speechless. The boozy beef casserole was tasty, but it consisted of a bowl of casseroled meat - no...

Used to love this pub but it has gone downhill since it has changed hands, the quality of food and portion sizes aren't very good anymore. Shame as I used to love the food here but I would not come here ever again.

We've been coming here for years, drink and eat here about once a month, but recently the food quality has gone down big time. Smaller portions at higher prices. Last night my salad leaves were full of grit. The beef lasagne was OK but very...

Called in for a quick lunch, plenty of seating outside, it looked lovely. Went inside, basic old type pub with an open fire, still seemed good. Sat by the fire and was confronted by a big spider, now having a spider phobia I had to...

Very friendly staff. Large choice of real ales straight from the barrel and an extensive menu - all hand cooked. Definitely try the chips!

From the very limited menu, all four of us had sub standard meals. The worst Egg Ham & Chips ever 🤮🤮🤮 and charging £10. 😡😡😡 Get rid of the chef and get your act together. Meal stated as GF (gluten-free), when asked the young man...

I've been coming here for 12 years and it has gone through a few changes. The most recent are since lockdown, and they aren't for the best. The management has changed and so has the menu. The food is, and always has been quite good,...

Popped in for quick drink. Really wish we had more time as such a lovely pub with great selection of ales . Food menu looked amazing but time was against us. Must come back

This is a great traditional country pub and well worth a visit if you are in the area. They offer a wide range of food to suit all tastes. Absolutely delicious and generous portions. Excellent value. Superb range of local ciders. Dog friendly. Staff were...

Booked in for lunch to celebrate our wedding anniversary today. Both of us chose the burgers, my husband had the beef and I had the pork. The food was delicious, all freshly cooked and great in size. We also chose desserts. Again, we had delicious...

Went again to the Halfway House for the 1st time in a year. Under new management, but very pleased to say that the welcome was as good as it always was, and the food was excellent. In addition they also still have a good variety...

Never write reviews but the last couple of times we have been have definitely been a bit meh. Only writing as today we visited and it was very average service and average food. Sorry but not as good as it once was :(

Booked a table for my birthday for my family, great service very friendly staff members, all wearing face coverings, excellent table service. The burgers were outstanding and the thai fish cake special were amazing with garlic and chilli sauce. All the condiments were individually wrapped...

Went there yesterday, daughter and her boyfriend up from Surrey. Very friendly, great food and great choice of beer and very reasonably priced.

Top class sunday roast, locely veg, potatoes etc., everything was cooked perfect and was really tasty. Had a home made cheese cake to finish which was also excellent. Hubby had a cheeseboard and there was so much he had to bring some home. Havent seen...

I used to use this Pub pretty much weekly 15 years ago , and still cook some of the dishes that I enjoyed back then . On a visit to the UK I made a effort to go . the food is still good but...

We stayed within the grounds of the pub and visited a couple of times this week. Mark was a fantastic host- knowledgeable, friendly, amazing communication and really good humor. He event took time out to talk us through the beers being served and gave us...

Anyone else notice that the toilet brush in the ladies' is just on the floor with no holder? And has been since before March? How on earth has that not been dealt with. Additionally, I was having a quick catch up with a girl who...

time for table was 19:45, told as we sat down to hurry up and chose as kitchens shut at 20;00, not aloud any dessert and told pub shuts at 21:00, just finished and letting food settle, not told ok time to go, just turned lights...

We went to this pub with 2 friends who we hadn't seen for over a year. The table was booked for 7.45pm. We were told on arrival that the kitchen closes at 8pm so we ordered in a hurry (not a problem). The pub was...

Quite a mob of people assembled for the half price meals,but all were accommodated in a regulation fashion, either inside or in the gardens. Part of our group was outside, and part inside, but all were served in a timely fashion. I chose the ham...

I love the Halfway House and have done for many years. Today, after having been served once someone I know well, (who has a reputation for being miserable) I asked for, 'the same again'. He came back with two completely different drinks, which I was...

The Halfway have put in place really thorough Covid protection measures...one way system, staff using visors and plenty of hand gel, tables and seating being cleaned down with spray after each customer. Everyone was being sensible and well spaced. As always the pint and sandwich...

Great local country pub for serious real ales Tasty pub grub and friendly staff, ales from £3.10 per pint - £3.60 and 7 on the board plus the usual larger and ciders Spirits are double messages Miles cheaper than my local and what a great...

Down to earth pub. Good Food. Great place to meet your friends. Staff very friendly. Dogs allowed. Two rooms. Open Fires two in main room, one in back room.

Following business in nearby Somerton, we called by chance at this roadside gem on our way home. We stopped only for a pint of the excellent Cheddar bitter as we'd brought sandwiched from home, but most impressed with the whole experience from the warm and...

Our group wanders around the West Country once a month for a noggin and a natter, and there is no better example of a true English pub. The welcome is always cheery, the selection of beers and ciders outstanding. The food, simple, honest but always...

Visited here with friends on a Monday evening, the pub was buzzing with people enjoyed the beef burger with pulled pork, it was delicious piping hot and full of favour.

Great food, beer and ambience. Friendly helpful staff. A must visit if you are in Somerset - a former National Winner of "Pub of the Year"

Late decision to pop out for lunch with Dad on a filthy wet and windy Tuesday lunchtime. The Halfway was really busy and we were lucky to get a table next to the fire in the back bar when some diners left. A horrible day...

New Years celebration- band and booze- closed at 9pm. Great fun ! Usually open longer- great selection of ales. Great ambiance- not modern or pretty or light/ dark and moody / but good friendly company.

A traditional English Public house with god food and friendly atmosphere. Nothing fancy just good beer, food and friends. We stayed in their one room that they have for rent. it was great value.

Tried this place on the off chance. Was greeted by a none too friendly barman. We persevered however, and ordered lunch - although grumpy told us we should have booked. Sat through in the back bar. Very busy pub, but with a very convivial atmosphere....

Have visited previously and always enjoyed the atmosphere but have only stopped breifly becasue we are driving. However this time 'The Hut' is available to stay over. So glad we stayed. Perfect surroundings, friendly staff and local drinkers. After having plenty of drinks we enjoyed...

Excellent food , good beer and friendly service. Log fire made it very homely. Would definitely recommend.

We met some good friends at this location. The lunch menu was very interesting so after getting a drink each we placed our food order, paying up front as you go. We did not have to wait to long for our food and when it...

This place does delicious and affordable food. Had a baked goats cheese and my partner ordered nachos and we were both very pleased with them. Inside is lovely and there's always a nice selection of local beers. This is a real old English pub. It's...

We visited specifically for lunch and we were not disappointed. It was like stepping back in time as we walked through the door. The halfway house is a truly traditional pub that serves fantastic, tasty food. No fancy restaurant just a great old fashioned pub...

Stumbled across this pub last week whilst camping in the area and pulled in for a cold drink. Have to say it's a stunning little pub and very friendly and welcoming. This is exactly what I think of when I picture a country pub in...

A great old fashioned pub with great well priced food and a good range of drinks. My wife had the Whitebait and I had the Ham and Eggs. Both were excellent. Very friendly staff and locals. Well worth a visit.

Wow, what a find! Fabulous old fashioned, small no frills proper spit n sawdust type of pub. Very rustic. Like stepping back in time, in a good way. Called in on a drizzly Friday lunchtime and took the last table which surprised us as it...

Visited with the family while on holiday in Somerset. Very interesting old fashioned pub. The real ale was very good and a nice warm welcome. Would definitely return here. Well done.

If you like real ale and good honest home cooked food then this is your place. No music to distract you and certainly no fruit machines. It has been national CAMRA pub many times and Somerset pub of the year virtually every year. A real...

I stopped here with my family and the man behind the bar was not helpful at all and completely uninterested in serving me, when he had finished his own drink, he said “yes” and I asked what time they serve food and was told “that’s...

What a lovely pub The chips are to die for lol Pubs in Pitney just,outside of somerton Gammon double egg chips and peas where lovely I had goats cheese salad Chutney toast Which I enjoyed

We visited here whilst staying in Compton Dundon. When we walked in with x2 dogs we thought wow a proper pub. There was a log fire going long wooden benches and the pub was full of locals having a top time . We ordered food...

Fantastic choice of real ales. From my tasting they are superbly kept! We dropped in just before they were due to close for the afternoon but serving four pints was not a problem. Excellent pub!

Brilliant food, fantastic range of real ales and the pub was buzzing with atmosphere. More of an adult only pub although they do have a garden. Would highly recommend a visit if you are in the area.

2nd time we visited in a month and again a wide selection of real ales, ciders etc Fantastic prices are least £1 a pint cheaper than our local in Berkshire Sat outside as it was hot and sunny Otter Bright was our favourite

We ate two of the best chicken, mushroom and leek pies we have eaten - the pub was full with similarly contented customers. Excellent beers as well. Certainly worth a visit.

Popped in for a lunchtime drink....fabulous range of real ales on the blackboard, ranging from £3 to 3.60 a pint. Very tasty!

A no frills traditional country pub with a warm welcoming atmosphere.Good food (best chips ever) for good value but not a lot of choice (only one starter) Visit spoilt by having to sit on bare benches uncomfortable after while for elderly disabled couple, a seat...

Our book group like the Halfway House because it’s a warm and welcoming pub that offers great homestyle cooked food and real ales. It’s not fussy, or pretentious. The staff are friendly and attentive, and the locals are also friendly. This is a destination pub,...

Looked for somewhere to eat on a visit to my son !! Then came across this lovely pub - packed on a Friday lunchtime of a jolly crowd . It was warm & welcoming with a great choice of food & good service . We...

Wonderful pub, felt instantly welcome when we walked in, uber friendly, lovely warm real fire with twin child slaves constantly feeding the fire with more wood 😉😁 food couldn't be better, I'd drive 300 miles again just for the chips and my husband says he'd...

Traditional British pub with log fires. Good selection of beer and draught cider. Food provides a good choice of hearty meals. The sandwiches are a meal in themselves. Not for lovers of nouvelle cuisine, but should satisfy most people. Very popular so you would be...

Good range of real ales, with clearly displayed origin,strength and price. Range of local draught coders. Food is we'll cooked and reasonably priced. A deservedly popular pub.

We were recently passing through the area on a long drive and decided to stop for dinner, and we were so glad we did! This beautiful old pub has a fantastic selection of local ales and ciders and a simple yet delicious menu. I had the venison burger and my partner had fish and chips - both were lovely! We had such a good time we stopped by again on our way home for Sunday lunch. The pub was very busy so it's probably wise to book in advance! But there's lots of seating outside for sunny days. We'll definitely be back!

I walked from Land's End to John o' Groats in the summer of 2018. 331 pints of real ale, 171 pubs. Most in the CAMRA Good Beer Guide. Halfway House was my favorite pub. Rustic. Unpretentious. Serious about beer. Beer is gravity poured in the...

Adam & Mark. All the staff are first class. Beer 🍺 & food can’t be faulted. Go to this pub quite a lot & never been disappointed.

We recently booked a table for 16 at this lovely traditional old pub on the recommendation of the owners of our holiday accommodation and we were not disappointed. The food, beer and atmosphere were all excellent, we particularly enjoyed the green Thai curry, scampi, beef...

This is a real gem! A real community pub that looks after its locals first while providing comfort and brilliant PROPER food. If you subscribe to a glitzy joint serving a huge plate with a tiny blob of something in the middle at an inflated...

My wife and I paid L30 for two roast beef dinners (ehh on no choice on how cooked so basically brown meat). The meal comes with broiled potatoes, red cabbage, baby carrots and classic big chef hat style Yorkshire pudding with one full and one...

Stopped for lunch on the way home to Ilminster. The staff were very helpful and friendly and served up our meals quickly. My wife had the goats cheese salad and was pleased to be served a small glass of soda and lime , it's sometimes...

I have reviewed this pub before and have nothing more to add really in the context of staff, food and beer (all still very good). However, I felt compelled to write again following our visit last Friday to Mark's (landlord) 10 year anniversary. Firstly, thank...

The Halfway House is a great place to visit for a beer and food. There's a very friendly atmosphere and real fires in the winter. My biggest criticism is the lack of vegetarian choice (& forget it if you're vegan) - the rest of the...

We travelled down from Derbyshire I could celebrate my 60th. I have been going to the Halfway for 18 years and I love it. This trip didn't disappoint, we visited 3 times in a week. Staff are great, beer is really well kept and food...

What a great pub/restaurant. I'm new to the area so was introduced by family to this friendly pub. There were 5 of us for lunch and 4 had Fish & Chips which I also had and was superb. The staff were very friendly and make you feel like a regular. Will be returning

Have often called in for a couple of drinks, there is an excellent choice of really good beer and cider. No unwanted distractions like piped music, big screen televisions or gaming machines. Very comfortable surroundings - easy to strike up a conversation if you want, or keep to yourself if you don't!We called in with my sister who was visiting us from France and had a lovely Sunday roast (lamb - it alternates each week) couldn't fault the food or the service and a very fair price given the quality.

Lovely quirky little country pub. Food was great and plenty of it.very frindly and outside space was charming.

excellent hearty pub food at reasonable prices and great choice of ales and ciders. has a lovely beer garden and perfect for a summers day.

We popped here after a busy morning in Glastonbury as the weather turned from a grey start to a scorching summers day; quickly using trip advisor to find us a pub with a garden we set off to here.We received a very friendly welcome to what I'd describe as a real/proper country pub it was as the name suggests a house inside with lots of nooks and crannies with seating, with a large option of cider and ales plus a pretty varied menu. We each had a cider and sat outside in their long side garden (which had a place area at the back for kids although tempted to go on the swing I thought best to wait until after lunch). The lunch was excellent, crusty thick cut bread for their sandwiches and generous portion of chips between made sure we were full and content in the sun to finish our ciders . . . Should also admit here that as it got so hot we scampered for the shade to finish our drinks!