The Bell in South Somerset

The Food and the Service was good. Nothing to complain about but unfortunately nothing to impress me either. Very busy and noisy, as table and chairs quite close together but the staff were accommodating and polite and worked hard. The food was a little bland, which I know is not the norm. I would go again at a less busy period.

This used to be the pub to go to only a few months ago. Sadly with a change of management it is on a downward slope. The food is excellent especially the Sunday lunch. This cannot be said of the current manager, who is sloppy, incompetent and has no idea how to handle the customers or staff. If you want to good food then great, if you can ignore everything else.

Fantastic Sunday lunch ! We were passing through and hadn’t booked. The staff were superb in trying to help us out and get us fed, before we carried on with our journey. Friendly staff, great food and just a shame that we couldn’t stay longer than we did. Great pub !!

My wife and I always worry slightly about taking our 8 year old daughter for lunch as she has Rett Syndrome and is in a wheelchair.She also comes with her friend Lola the assistance dog . Fear not at the Bell Broadway from the minute we got there and the door was opened by a friendly member of the team we knew we were in for a treat. The food was really fresh and Sunday lunch was cracking,that combined with an attentive team with a great can do attitude. Who even found some celery for me for a very enjoyable, local cheeseboard. Great work 👩‍🍳 The owner even came to say high. The disabled toilet was clean and useable the only thing I would consider is a disabled parking bay. Really well done guys we will definitely make this our goto destination when we visit TA19.

Stopped of en route. Hospitality amazing. Food amazing. There is nothing wrong with this establishment. Dog Friendly too. Well done to all staff

Found The Bell at Broadway as a stop point on the way back from Devon to Bath - what an exceptional find! The mixed roast is easily the nicest I’ve had in a long time. Couldn’t resist trying the sticky toffee pudding and custard for desert - wow!! So glad I’ve found this pub, I look forward to returning soon.

Had a really great evening meal here with friends. I had the pork burger which was delicious and came with yummy onion rings and coleslaw too. All my friends were pleased with their choices too - pizza and calzone. Would definitely go back

We visited the Bell for Sunday Lunch on a recommendation and were not disappointed. The staff were extremely friendly and the service was very good. My wife is Gluten free and were pleased that she could have all the Sunday Roast on offer - indeed, there was an extensive choice of deserts as well. Particular praise for the beef. We will come again!

On route To Ilminster Arts for a jazz gig, our usual choices for place to eat either closed (?) or unable to make a booking; hence search for an alternative and discovered the Bell. Made a booking via the internet, which also reminded us on the booking prior to the event 👍😊 On arrival, friendly greeting and taken to a table close to the open fire. Unfortunately no Becks Blue, my person choice of low alcohol beer, but offered alternative. Chose Boeuf Bourguignon which arrived in a bowl with potatoes and separate dish of green veg. An excellent choice , had run out of vanilla ice cream, so had a sorbet, lovely flavour. By the time we had finished the pub was heaving with customers, which was good to see. It wasn’t until we were eating, when we noticed the pizza oven, being our first visit had not appreciated this option, would suggest this should be brought to the attention when given the menu; although expect everyone else knows about it 🤷‍♂️😊 An excellent choice, staff with sense of humour, very good food, will definitely visit again, just the Becks Blue to make perfect choice.

We found this by chance and were very pleased with the clean, fresh and welcoming feel as we walked in. Our dog was welcome and the meal, pie and a freshly made pizza were very good. Can't fault the food or the lovely staff.

Treated my wife to a roast for her birthday. We both had roast turkey it turned out to be the best turkey we've eaten..the potatoes were crispy served with a lovely selection of vegetables.a very good roast . If you have room for dessert you...

Good quality , nice , cosy , love this,place ,, fire is extra special, very vlean , good service ,,,,,,sea bass was delicious ,,,,

Popped in on a Monday evening intending to just have a drink. We ended up having some pizza and it was delicious, So much choice and all handmade. If you like beer then this place is worthy of a visit. The beer is kept well...

Lovely Monday night dinner at the Bell. Friendly staff in a cosy pub. The Italian chef certainly knows how to make a fantastic pizza.

Whilst the staff were very nice, it felt a bit unorganised at times. Our welcome was a bit scatty, which after a long journey wasn’t ideal. We were also greeted with a lot of staring from locals sat outside in the beer garden. Perhaps they...

Anytime dining out with small children I have a worry about how they are going to behave. The ladies here went above and beyond to ensure we still had the best time. Firstly changed our table so we were not near the open fire with...

We ate here for my sisters birthday. Even with all the covid restrictions the service was spot on. The staff worked hard to ensure there were no long waits. The food was amazing. We had the burger, pizza, fish pie and confit duck and they...

Our first time here and it really was a “game of two halves”, for us. So, on the positive side, the food was pretty good. Not mind blowing, but quite enjoyable, especially the sticky toffee pudding, which (although I’d have preferred a bit bigger), was...

Had an evening meal here as we stopped over at the travelodge on our way to Cornwall. We sat outdoors and was lit up well. Beautiful setting, welcoming helpful staff and amazing food. The sweet and sour lasagna with goats cheese was to die for.

We booked a table on a Saturday evening as we were staying nearby in Ilminster. The pub was well set up for social distancing as it's spacious and we ended up on a table with only us in the section in view of the pizza...

A lucky find for us!’ Stopped en route to Cornwall. Could not have found anything more perfect for lunch. Superb and friendly staff. Beautiful and colourful pub garden and attention to current COVID-19 regulations made you feel very safe and welcome. One of the nicest...

The Bell pub is a fairly unassuming pub, but on entering your are treated to a very warm welcome by the very friendly staff. It's a very warm and cosy place to visit in the cold and the outside seating offers plenty of Al fresco...

Another good evening at The Bell..good meal and atmosphere..Thank you. Celebration of my birthday with the family

Very over priced for big breakfast One egg one sausage really ! plus coffee on top 8.00 fee not good very understaffed one girl trying do everything

Two of us had lunch here yesterday. Second visit. First was slightly off, my partners meal, a tart of some sort, was not good. Mine was good. We complained, and the response was delightful. Could not apologise enough and cancelled the meal on the bill....

Came here with friends for a breakfast, staff was friendly and accommodating food was lovely and I’d definitely return if I’m down in the area again.

We recently visited The Bell for Sunday lunch and it was a lovely experience from start to finish. We had a smiley warm welcome from the bar staff. The waiters/waitresses were all extremely helpful when serving us. The food was absolutely delicious with tender beef...

We recently held a staff event at The Bell for around 45 people, where they were able to accommodate a skittles tournament with buffet. We had a separate room where the skittle alley and buffet were, which was perfect for our needs. The food was...

Visited with friends .Had not been to the bell for a few years and was very impressed with how it has been renovated.It is tasteful and trendy but not over the top .The atmosphere was very welcoming and friendly, the staff very pleasant. We had...

A good evening celebrating my son’s 50 th birthday..staff were spot on with excellent service , friendly faces...even singing him Happy Birthday together with a cake.Brilliant! In fact this was third time I had visited this week once for Breakfast with my husband ,another time...

I’ve been staying locally at my sisters on and off over the last month or so and have visited this pub on 3 occasions. The roast was AMAZING! Pizza excellent the first visit, a little burnt and not quite so good the next but hey...

What a fantastic place. Waiter was so accommodating (sorry didn’t no his name) every question asked was resolved and answered, well done him as he was only young. Excellent food, brilliant staff, and great music in the bar. Would highly recommend and what a brilliant...

Came here for a spot of breakfast with family, early morning and all staff were wide awake,attentive, The breakfast was out in good time , very nice breakfast. Would love to go back but sadly the evening menu doesn't draw us in as much as...

Impromptu meal out and we decided to book at The bell Broadway, to try out the Thai Tuesday menu. What a find and gem of a place. We have been to The Bell before and enjoyed the pub menu, but this was something special. Everything...

We booked an evening table for a family of four on a Friday night in April. We had a nice table around the side of the pub just away fro the main bar. The food was good,especially the halumi fries and dips, although the boys...

Called here whilst staying on holiday nearby. Welcoming friendly staff. Cosy dining area. Excellent menu choice , with option of oven cooked pizzas. Lovely location.

A trip to the beach was washed out so three of us met here. Lovely decor, and nice and clean. Young, friendly staff served us promptly and efficiently. We all three chose the pie which is delicious and served with big, thick chips and veg...

Our first visit to the bell , it was amazing would highly recommend, very friendly welcoming staff , very clean , gorgeous food , will definitely be returning and recommending

We had a lovely Sunday roast at the Bell! Easy to book over the phone, great friendly service and most importantly the food was fantastic! Best roast around for miles!

Fantastic food service was excellent, friendly atmosphere certainly worth a visit, definitely go back again

We stopped here on route to London from Cornwall and so happy we did! Some of the friendliest staff I’ve come across and a lovely atmosphere. The menu had all the pub classics for really reasonable prices and also a selection of pizzas that were...

Stunningly refurbished pub, extremely tastefully done. Lovely log fires. Staff friendly and efficient. Food supberb. We we had the Lamb Thai Red Curry - delicious. A real find and highly recommend

Beautifully renovated pub, such a great atmosphere, so lovely to sit on the sofa by the fire last night looking at the snow falling down through the window. Food was absolutely delicious, the chips with pulled beef were such a treat, the duck breast perfect...

The pizza was delicious, service was great, lovely atmosphere, great facilities! Will be going again. Tasty pub grub & pizzas deffo worth it. Look forward to going again. Glad it’s in good hands.

The food was lovely and the chips were amazing! Next time will get the halloumi fries as well, they looked good. It’s been really nicely done out and the staff are friendly. Will be booking again soon!

Six of us went for Sunday lunch, we were served very quickly, we all had roast, huge Yorkshire puddings, beautiful tender beef or pork cooked to perfection and a very good selection of vegetables, and the all important gravy had a tasty flavour and the...

Took my wife here last Saturday we both had steak and ale pie veg and chips . And treacle sponge and ice cream it was faultless , will def go back nice atmosphere and service.10/10 .

What an amazing pub, lovely refurbishment with excellent food, good choice of beers and superb service . Had a pizza this trip, but back next week for the slow cooked brisket sandwich, can't wait.

We have been waiting for The Bell to re-open following new management and it did not disappoint. The decor is tasteful and comfortable and the addition of the Pizza oven is a real bonus. The night we went it was a charity quiz night and...

Reopened under new regime, completed with taste, comfort, and still with village pub atmosphere. Staff obliging. Pizza oven. Seems to ✅ all the boxes. Think the kitchen will be fully functional very soon. Opens for morning coffee, hot Chocolate. Village opinions all seem very favourable.

We have just had the most wonderful roast dinner at the Bell. Superb staff, in particular Carol who was very attentive and friendly making our visit memorable. The roast was super tasty & highly recommend the vegetarian option. All in all a stunning place to...

Avoid, arrived went in, had to wait 10 minutes even after ringing a bell on the bar. Eventually a bar maid appeared, was very slack and not very professional

Called in for a drink and a meal, waited 40 minutes for food, then had to send one meal back as cold in the middle. Landlord and young lady behind bar quite pleasant.

Enjoyed a delicious carvery lunch. Good quality vegetables freshly cooked rather than large amounts cooked at once then kept warm. Only two choices of meat though but there was a vegetarian option too. The pub itself has two open fires and that with the comfy...

El nuevo licenciatario entusiasta, Paul, ha introducido un domingo Carvery, que es excelente. Mi marido y yo hemos tratado esto en un par de ocasiones, la más reciente el domingo pasado. La selección de carne es buena y las verduras muy bien preparada, lo mejor de todo se sirve en platos calientes (en mi opinión, el signo de un buen restaurante) y el joven chef Joel hace a sus propios los budines de Yorkshire. Hay un fuego de leña y el ambiente es el de un agradable pub del país.

Al haber manejado desde Cornwall reservamos para una parada antes de volver a Londres.

Metimos en con la familia en el camino de vuelta de Ilminster, así que nos alegramos. La comida era de primera clase. Mi hijo tenía un curry de pollo que era excelente comparado con un montón de restaurantes de pub. La mujer tenía sobresaliente y patatas fritas y huevos con tanto de piña (la mayoría sólo te dan 1 y sin opción) las patatas fritas eran geniales, tuve y papas fritas faggots y todo lo que puedo decir es que es de lo mejor que he tenido en años, ellos estaban perfectamente sazonada y expresamente cocinada. Patatas fritas eran tan bien mi hijo mantuvo crudamente la mía ☺ recomendaríamos este pub restaurante a todo el mundo, volveremos cuando en la zona de nuevo pronto. No podía creer que el precio de la comida es de buena calidad, esperaba pagar mucho más y me habría en relación calidad-precio.

Have visited this pub on many occasions. Food both at lunch times and for evening meal is excellent. Staff are welcoming and happy to accommodate us with a noisy toddler.

Visitamos como un grupo para una comida, éramos los únicos para comer, así que era muy tranquila.

Comimos aquí hace un par de meses y fue perfecto. El personal muy atento y amable y la comida fue absolutamente deliciosa.