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Lovely little pub, really interesting food but good prices. Very few places serve a good pigeon breast. Beers were exceptional and the staff knew what to recommend. Waitresses were polite sincere and never intrusive but knew just when to take plates or check if more drinks were needed. Can't really think of or find a negative thing to say 100 percent recommended
owen davies . 2024-09-24
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Fantastic pub, incredible food,we had delicious meals and service,can't recommend enough.
David Towers . 2024-08-05
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Food amazing again. The hake exceptional a must have. My hens egg super great
Jacquie . 2024-07-31
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Ate in here for first time last night. Nice old style pub atmosphere. A good selection of proper beers. The food was very good with some imaginative choices on the menu. Id thoroughly recommend giving this place a visit.
Andy Thomas . 2024-07-18
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Wonderful pub, live music Sunday afternoon.
Kevan Sinclair . 2024-06-28
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Fab lovely little pub and friendly staff. Lush beer garden
Jon Whitehouse . 2024-06-26
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Enjoyed a lovely evening at this gem of a country pub and restaurant. We were a group of friends who were getting together for a long overdue catch up. Everyone enjoyed their meal which were all tasty and hot. The service was good and the lady behind the bar kindly took several photos of our group at our request. Great memories of a lovely evening. Will visit again. Thank you.
0neil . 2024-06-15
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This may be the best pub Sunday dinner I've ever had. All the trimmings, perfectly cooked, generous portions, hot, attentive and friendly staff.
peter o . 2024-06-09
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Under new management, I believe. We had a Sunday roast in there and it was outstanding, tbh. Decent selection of ales, prompt service despite them being a few staff short apparently. Those girls serving weren't afraid of graft. Will go again, and sooner than my previous visit!
John Evans . 2024-05-15
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We went to the Bell Inn for our date night. The food was exceptional. Everything we eat was delicious. Every plate was presented beautifully. It was clear that everything aspect of the dishes was thought out and executed with love and passion. Everything was fresh, even the chips were hand cut from real potatoes not the frozen kind you get in many places. This is definitely not ordinary pub food. It’s just simply exceptionally delicious food. The staff were friendly, polite, and very helpful. The whole experience was amazing and we will definitely be going back soon.
Michael D . 2024-04-30
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If you’re looking for a lush Sunday lunch, look no further. Food better than any Sunday lunch I’ve had, and a generous portion size. Lovely atmosphere, attentive and friendly staff. A proper gem. I’ll definitely return
Lindsey M . 2024-04-18
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Arrived just before 9pm on a Friday as a spur of the moment decision and they fitted the 3 of us in without hesitation. Food was absolutely beautiful, drinks were excellent and service was perfect. Lovely atmosphere throughout the pub.
Luciano . 2024-04-06
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Food was mediocre at best, most staff are vile and are clearly very uneducated as they aren’t aware that homophobia and racism are criminal offences, if you want to feel judged and belittled by these wonderful staff members I highly recommend coming here!! Will never ever be coming back here, I highly suggest the bull or the white hart though, their staff are lovely and respectful. DO BETTER!!!
Pepe Popo . 2024-04-02
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Always a brilliant atmosphere in the bell. Very cosy and welcoming!!! And the food is amazing! Chefs will cater for anyone! Everyone seems very happy and all members of staff are polite and very efficient! And excellent customer service! Would 100% recommend to friends and families!!
Beverley Moore . 2024-03-31
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won't be coming here again. awful and unsafe environment, definitely would not recommend.
a . 2024-03-31
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Disgusting attitude from staff where I also had to witness My friend being abused with homophobia. We did not feel comfortable at all and were disgusted by the terrible service, poor hygiene and undercooked meal. I will not be returning and will be spreading the word of my experience. I will not have my friend feeling uncomfortable in their skin due to uneducated staff that don’t even have the decency to thoroughly cook our meal. The WORST pub I have ever been to.
Shauna Bray . 2024-03-31
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Gorgeous food, great service and a lovely atmosphere 😀
Joanne Monger . 2024-03-31
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Always a brilliant atmosphere in the bell!! Very cosy and welcoming and the food is amazing!! Chefs will cater for anyone! Everyone is very happy and all members of staff are polite and very efficient!! And excellent customer service!!!! Would 100% recommend to friends and families!!
Beverley M . 2024-03-31
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Absolute disgrace of a workforce. Bullying young staff being homophobic, and doing it in front of customers too. The employees should be ashamed of themselves for making a young boy feel a certain way. I’ve been visiting this establishment for a number of years and I will not be returning and will definitely not be recommending to anyone!!!
W C . 2024-03-31
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Visited old uni friend was expecting far more than what was delivered in short. Food was ok but impression given was that is all it takes, so if you ignore the rigid atmosphere, cheap labour, only waiting staff it doesn’t matter they just serve food and drinks, NO it’s a profession in places that accept that good service warrants more than kids on minimum wage…..at least look after them
Daniel P . 2024-03-31
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Been a frequent visitor since they opened. Beautiful pub with a lovely atmosphere. Staff are always friendly, kind and attentive.
Victoria H . 2024-03-30
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food was good. chef constantly shouting and swearing. don’t go here if you want to be reminded of past experiences involving screaming, really shaken me, just a heads up guys !!!!!!!
Ellie Price . 2024-03-30
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Not worth the price. Rude staff, chefs outside smoking and arguing. Could see their staff being berated in front of customers. Won’t ever be coming back to this place.
Taha Sohail . 2024-03-29
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i’ve worked at the bell inn for the last 2 years and have always felt welcomed by the team. we work well together and have always prized ourselves on good customer service. i have never experienced nor heard any inappropriate comments made by anyone regarding other staff members. Rickie and Karen work tirelessly and have turned the pub into a great establishment, it’s a brilliant environment for everyone.
lyllia b . 2024-03-28
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hi i’ve worked here for a few months and i would like to say it was an honour to work here as the staff were brilliant. i’ve read other reviews and it is a complete lie as rickie is an amazing manager and works so hard to get the pub to where it is now.
daf E . 2024-03-28
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Beautiful building. Shame about the way they treat their teenage staff. Bullying them and belittling them and making racist and homophobic comments if they don't fit the 'norm'. Won't eat here again out of principle.
Misslolabud . 2024-03-26
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Very interesting menu - not the usual pub grub. Surprised how quiet it was on a sunny Friday. Cooked beautifully with friendly service. Will return
CS-Newport . 2024-03-22
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Attended one Saturday evening in March, booked same day and they were able to fit us in for an early timeslot. Great food , good atmosphere and excellent service from all the staff. Would recommend .
B1954TLstevep . 2024-03-21
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Not so much the visit. We have eaten here many times and the Sunday lunch can’t be beaten. However the attitude of the owner is deplorable. Yesterday (Thursday) I cancelled our reservation for Sunday in good time but was grilled by the owner about the reason. I said it was for personal reasons but I was told that I had booked it, with the implication that I had no right to cancel and that he had missed out on another booking. So ring them back!!! If I was just a no show, fair enough but I think three days is a fair notice. I hear he has problems with his attitude towards staff so perhaps he needs to sort out his attitude to match the v good quality of food. His own worst enemy.
Martin H . 2024-03-15
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Cosy, warm atmosphere..... service very friendly.....food was deelish! Used to be dog friendly No hesitation in returning
Simon Griffiths . 2024-03-15
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I haven't visited since it changed hands during lock-down but I wish I had! The previous lardlords had a reputation for doing seriously good food and it looks like that is continuing. I have been twice in the last few weeks and both meals were utterly exceptional; far better than even their main rival in this location, The Priory. My new favourite local place to eat by a long shot.
Patrick Graham . 2024-03-05
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Food is out of this world, service excellent and warm friendly staff would definitely recommend 👌
Charlene Young . 2024-03-02
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Spent a lovely Sunday afternoon eating and drinking with friends here. Even better they had a fab guitarist and bongo Pete playing who were brilliant and very funny. Food was amazing and can’t wait to come back for more.
jan murdoch . 2024-02-28
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Six of us had lunch and we had a mixed set of dishes. Two of us had the hake from the specials board and it tasted fabulous. The presentation was also very good. Two others had the fish and chips which they said was excellent. We will definately be coming back soon.
Karnebri . 2024-02-27
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Stopped here after racing at Newport Velodrome, what a find! The food was fantastic, every dish we had looked like a lot of thought and creativity had gone in from the chef. Ribeye steak was great. All of the staff were very friendly and I learnt what Hispi was! We will definitely be back.
Phil Cox . 2024-02-25
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Popped in for a fantastic Guiness and sat by a roaring fire. Could have easily spent a long boozy afternoon there. I’ll be back!
Jamie McGowan . 2024-02-13
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Great food and service on a busy evening. Well balanced dishes with great sauces. Higer end pricing for our budget but still good value.
Simon W . 2024-01-29
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Popped in for lunch on way to watch Newport County v Eastleigh FC in the FA cup game. We were met with an exceptionally friendly welcome. All food was outstanding. Definitely memorable. Service and food were epic..
Sarah Gay . 2024-01-06
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Liver and onions was good but not quite five star standard.
David Nash . 2024-01-05
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Fantastic service well worth a visit
pauric mc ginley photosbypoggy . 2023-12-30
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A great night was had by all, perfectly crafted beverages and friendly staff.
phillip brett-harris . 2023-12-21
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The food was nice and hot , however, the portion size was minute, I feel a part of a leaf of savoy cabbage I slice of carrot and 1 slice of parsnip is hardly adult portion size, if I’m honest I was waiting for the vegetables to arrive separately. Staff were very nice friendly helpful. Value for money no way, went to coach and horses at Caerwent had almost identical meal other than plenty on the plate and much better value for money.
davebI7314EW . 2023-12-15
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We love this pub. Food and Service are fabulous.
Treavie Donnelly . 2023-12-11
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Lovely traditional pub with dining options, log fire, local Ales and ciders. Not an extensive menu but great food, excellent service, fantastic atmosphere Recommend the scotch egg, mushrooms and slow cooked beef.
Pip A . 2023-12-02
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Delightful Sunday lunch at The Bell. Exemplary service complimemted by wonderful roast dinners. Warm atmosphere with great eating options.
Sneebo01 . 2023-11-26
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Girls doing the service were kind, pleasant, food came quite quickly, lovely and warm and the beef, that I had, was superb! The two others had Lamb and they were equally pleased. First time we have had a Sunday lunch there and will be going again, if I can get in! HPA and Butty Bach on draght 👍
Paul Griffiths . 2023-11-22
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The food was amazing and our waitress Lilia was very good. Only bad thing was that it took some time to finally try this place. Will now be a regular visit.
treavie donnelly . 2023-11-18
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Excellent service and good on a busy evening. Venison main course was beautifully pink and succulent. My wife’s chicken dish was beautifully saucy.
Simon W . 2023-11-13
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Sunday lunch, the beef brisket was the best I've ever had, melt in the mouth and bigger than a steak, highly recommended.
Andrew Edwards . 2023-10-25
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Wonderful experience. Looking forward to returning.
Ann Barnes . 2023-10-15
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Brilliant food and super atmosphere and service. Came here with a group of colleagues after a day at a conference at the ICC. Drinks order was taken immediately and we were settled on our table. Menu was fantastic, lots of choice and vegan options were...
Gippers26 . 2023-10-13
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We were to believe it was a hog roast that was being cooked, but went outside to get our order, it was a small pork loin that had been cooked with stuffing in middle, we paid £8 for mainly stuffing in a roll and a bit of pork, extremely disappointed, was looking forward to this. All 3 of us not happy, chips with gravy £5, gravy was runny not very tasty. We had curry sauce on ours, not many chips in tray, curry sauce ok.
Alison P . 2023-09-30
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Sehr schöne Bar. Super Ambiente. Hatten leider nicht die Zeit zum Essen. Hervorragendes Gebäude. Sehr gemütlich.
Uwe Czerwionke . 2023-09-27
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Fist time at the Bell for many years years and it didn’t disappoint. Really good food and the staff were so lovely. Will definitely return and highly recommend.
Nicola Rogers . 2023-09-24
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Fabulous roast dinner today Tasty , good portion and fresh vegetables Extra gravy All nicely presented Lovely puds The staff were great and service was very impressive
Swallow64 . 2023-09-17
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Had a lovely lunch here. Friendly staff, food was delicious - lots of choice. We sat inside which was lovely but there is also a nice outside area.
Fulham1968 . 2023-09-01
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Been several times as we live locally but last night’s meal was the best yet ! Tandoori Hake, Scallops and beetroot salad were excellent, thank you . Will definitely be back .
Welshlady777 . 2023-08-27
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Lovely place , the food is really good, I had the lamb which was delicious my partner had the fish curry and raved about the onion bhaji it came with . The service was great. We will definitely come again
434beckye . 2023-08-13
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Fantastic food and service. Came in with my mum and aunt for lunch, everything we had was delicious.
Lisa P . 2023-08-12
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Me and my wife celebrated our anniversary with a dinner at the Bell Inn. The food and service was exceptional. I had the scotch egg starter and my wife had the tempura tiger prawns. I have never tasted a scotch egg like that before. The...
MichaelDavies84 . 2023-08-07
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Four family members from Norfolk and West Berkshire had Sunday lunch today based upon the reviews here, we were not disappointed. Lovely friendly greeting, relaxed atmosphere with lovely food which you could not fault. Thank you.
maxtraman . 2023-08-06
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Delightful traditional pub. Service very good. Food tasty, well presented, and inexpensive. Fish and Chips would come recommended. Would definitely return.
VAUGHAN THOMAS . 2023-07-22
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Lovely little place with a wonderful atmosphere
mathew horsted . 2023-07-19
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Excellent food and service, Sunday lunch is delicious and the staff are always friendly and helpful
Catherine Teague . 2023-07-16
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Great food and wonderful service. Would recommend
Steven Williams . 2023-07-16
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Nice pub, played a gig in the beer garden to a friendly enthusiastic crowd. Staff were helpful, loo clean!
stub mandrel . 2023-07-12
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Didn't eat,but enjoyed the evening with friends.Staff were excellent
James Duke . 2023-06-30
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Lovely roast dinner however really sad that they don’t allow dogs as we had been coming here for years with our dog
Katie Brown . 2023-06-29
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What a fantastic find! We were staying at Celtic Manor and escaped the hotel to this wonderful pub. They were so friendly and helpful and the food was really excellent. A fresh tomato salad to start followed by really good sea bream with prawn bisque...
Louise T . 2023-06-28
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Great find! Staff are lovely and the food was delicious. Not a huge menu but too much choice can be a bad thing. Great little touches and interesting pairings. Someone knows how to cook! Made a great stop off travelling to MIL. We will be...
Susan T . 2023-05-18
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It was my first visit here. It was a Saturday afternoon over the coronation. The waitress was very welcoming and the pub is really charming. The food was out of this world!! Gorgeous!! I don’t think I would go anywhere else from now on.. I have told everyone how amazing our meal was. The atmosphere was really good too !! The waitress was on her own but did an amazing job and the chef is amazing!! 5*****
Rebecca Barry . 2023-05-12
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Lovely sunday lunch. Really good service by the staff. Thank you.
Shane Maggs . 2023-05-02
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Lovely old pub, serving delicious (if a bit pricey) food and beer. I had the monkfish and prawn curry, which was very flavoursome and left me wanting more. My wife had the fish and chips, also perfectly cooked. The only real negative point is that because the building is old and of stone construction, it's cold. There didn't seem to be any heating at all. I had to put my coat on whilst eating and my wife needed her scarf.
P . 2023-04-26
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Nice food nice atmosphere lovely service
Damien Merrett . 2023-04-21
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Nice food. Beef sunday lunch nice. Worth a punt.
Hywel Tomos . 2023-04-18
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Exceptional. Great food, stunning selection of ales, and impressive service. Would highly recommend!
Joe O'Brien . 2023-04-17
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One word AMAZING love it there, staff are always friendly food is absolutely wonderful, Ricky and Karen are great hosts .
R3801QWheathers . 2023-04-15
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Friendly staff, great service and very good pub food. Definitely recommend. Small restaurant area however so best to book. Good carpark.
Y3254URdavidm . 2023-04-08
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Delightful evening with friends - vibrant atmosphere and excellent food served well with a smile and reasonably priced We will come again Well done Team Bell
Paul Sullivan . 2023-04-01
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Good food and good service made for a very pleasant weekday lunch. After non alcoholic drinks ( wished we could have tried the draught Butty Bach but we were driving) our starters included bread and marmite butter and grilled asparagus with a fried egg. We...
caswell2015 . 2023-03-16
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Lovely real ale and proper flat Cider.
Owen Morris . 2023-03-04
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Apparently, No longer dog friendly?
GavelAuctioneers . 2023-02-11
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Stunning food and real ales in this lovely country pub. Very friendly staff
Mark Appleford . 2023-02-02
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Lovely family birthday lunch. Friendly and helpful staff. We're looking forward to visiting again
Joanne Millichip . 2023-01-28
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Lovely pub, used to be dog 🐕 friendly, Dogs outside only now.
Scott Chapman . 2023-01-03
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Had been here a few times before and rated it really highly, unfortunately this time it didn't live up to its expectations. The meal was okay but not great as the roast potatoes tasted like cooked from frozen and the cabbage was completely undercooked. Staff fantastic but just a little disappointed for the money.
russell fleming . 2022-10-29
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We had our best meals during a six day and night visit to Wales at The Bell Inn, a charming 17th century coaching inn serving updated versions of traditional pub food. Two "foodies" from the U.S. ate two of three dinners here while visiting southeast Wales, using Caerleon as a base. It would have been three nights if we hadn't wasted the first night at an overpriced a la carte restaurant at our hotel. The attached menu doesn't show our best dinner - grilled lamb breast with a delicious herb sauce, grilled artichoke hearts, and grilled gem lettuce (lightly topped with breadcrumbs and parmesean). Fantastic. SAVE ROOM FOR DESERT! Service at The Bell was every bit as excellent as the food. There was a nice restaurant area adjacent to the pub. A nice mix of folks enjoying themselves. Local folks clearly know and appreciate the spot. If it wasn't a bit off the beaten path, I bet it would be a tourist destination. Please give it a try if you're staying in or near Caerleon. You won't regret it.
T B . 2022-10-27
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Nice food and catered to dairy free. Mussels with fish were deep fried which wasn't stated on the menu which was a shame but everything cooked to a high standard. Decent beer on tap though house white was dissapointing. The main issue was the noise level from drunk patrons at the bar next to our table. Couldn't hear the person sat next to me and although we had an apology from staff the noise level escalated from there, until we hurried to finish our meal and leave.
Dan Jewell . 2022-10-10
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The Bell Inn in Caerleon is an absolutely fabulous place a wonderful pub I have from my childhood memories 50 years ago. My whole family, including my grandad used to hang out here and have a couple of beers most days a week . Obviously the pub has changed quite a lot over the last years. It is an early 17th century coaching in and actually very close to the Roman burial ground here in Caerleon. It’s a wonderful atmosphere in the pub beautiful gardens outside lovely sitting inside all nestled in a little village just outside of the main town of Caerleon.
David Hopkins . 2022-10-10
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Sunday lunch and service was absolutely faultless today. I love this place.
Sam Jones . 2022-10-09
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First time eating here and will defo return very soon! A small evening dinner menu but everything sounded (and looked) delish! We opted for the sautéed mushrooms and house bread with marmite butter, both super tasty. And for main we had the burger which was enjoyed and the yeast baked cauliflower with butter bean mash which was different and full of flavour - lots of places often don’t make much effort with the veggie option so this was a real treat! The desserts sounded lovely but just didn’t have any room for them so next time! Also was a lovely atmosphere and the best most attentive and friendly services.
Emma M . 2022-10-05
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Enjoyed a fantastic Sunday lunch together as a group of 6. The pub was busy and the staff were attentive and welcoming. Food was absolutely brilliant and cooked to perfection. Would highly recommend to all.
Helen Molyneux . 2022-09-23
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Great little pub off the main road. Marvellous service and the Sunday dinner was exemplary. Booking highly recommended.
Neil Wileman . 2022-09-18
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Great family and staff were, as always, pleasant and helpful 👍 Food was spot on too 👌
Paul Dumayne . 2022-09-14
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Absolutely lovely meal with a brilliant host, highly recommend
Sam Nye . 2022-09-14
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Great pub. Great ciders. Great music on a sunday
Carl Grist . 2022-09-14
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Fabulous afternoon being looked after by the team here for a wake. The food was outstanding and they serve my favourite beer too - Timothy Taylor Landlord! What more could you want?
Tim Savage . 2022-09-03
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A really lovely Sunday roast, bit too much meat would be the only criticism, but we took leftovers home and the dog was very happy.
Trassa O . 2022-09-01
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Excellent food staff friendly nice setting and decor highly recommend
Patrick Marshall . 2022-08-29
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One of the best Sunday Roasts we've had in a while. Confit Lamb for me was amazing and the sides were great too.
Robert Southworth . 2022-08-28
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