The Bell pub, in Stratford-on-Avon

Found this place after visiting Anne Hathaways Cottage. A lively welcoming place.... Friendly staff, great food and value for money.

I cannot recommend this pub highly enough! The staff are so friendly and attentive and the food is amazing. The service was quick, even though it was busy when we arrived for Sunday lunch and we hadn't made a reservation, they managed to fit us in. The pub itself is really cosy, dog friendly and it has great outdoor area (although we didn't really have the weather on our visit to enjoy that part!) We will definitely be back!

Not our first visit but this was spectacular! Seniors Lunch menu 3 courses £8.99. What's not to like? Portions we're more than adequate and very tasty indeed. Sam and team were delightful too.

A real little gem of a find, a new local pub for us as our usual has been sold. The staff are very caring and friendly. On booking I mentioned it was a birthday celebration and when we arrived they had placed a ‘Happy Birthday’ banner above our table. It was very chilly outside but very cozy inside with a lovely, happy atmosphere. We had a great time! The food is amazing, delicious and plentiful at a middle-of-the road price. Highly recommend…we’ll be back again later in the week.

This is a great spot to go for some nice food and great service. I have been here a few times and it never disappoints - a very cosy pub in a great location with parking.

Had rump steak my wife beef and ale pie all was fantastic and service also top notch nice atmosphere very homely staff cannot do enough for you

Booked a table for Valentines evening, booked via the online booking and immediately received confirmation of the table. On the evening, when we arrived, we were taken to our table with the reservation showing our name. Our drinks were bought to the table and we ordered the food. My wife had a pie, mash and veg whilst I had the mixed grill. Both meals were very enjoyable and we were visited by the staff to make sure there were no problems with the meal. My wife had Eton Mess to follow. At no time during the evening did we ever feel under pressure to vacate the table despite the pub being busy. Thanks to all the staff for the good service and quality of the food. I would recommend this pub to visitors to the area as well as locals.

Once again amazing service. Attention to detail incredible. Fantastic food and welcoming atmosphere. Having had disappointing experiences at the Dirty Duck and Pen and Parchment, this is without doubt,the best Greene King pub in Stratford.

Great old world pub lunch . Service was fantastic we were kept attended to but not bothered and everything was quick but not rushed

The ‘Team’. Leader needs more training,she’s down right rude with a capital R. Food was average. My husband has been in a couple of times b4 and said the same woman is just bloody rude!!! She needs to turn her frown upside down or find a new job

We had a fantastic meal , great friendly staff , very dog friendly. Would 100%.recommend a visit to this lovely local pub .

Visited for the first time, lovely food and excellent service. Dog friendly as an added bonus. We will definitely return.

Fantastic evening. It was a very busy Saturday evening. The menu offers a good choice and our choices were served to us promptly. There was a singer that evening, who sang some great songs and it really finished the night. We will be back, when we are next in the area.

Food was well below average. Half of one meal wasn’t eaten due to grissel and all that was said was sorry. No money off the bill, no replacement. Meal was long winded coming out then had to ask for our table to be cleared. Won’t return!

Twas New Years Eve in the country, with no where to eat in sight, so we walked to the Bell in Shottery, and took a chance that things might go aright. Although they were extremly busy and the Inn was tightly packed, they took trouble to find us a table, a quiet one by the corner, where coats and wet umbrellas were neatly stacked. Warm and snug in the corner, out of the wind and the rain, we dined in fine style with roast turkey and lamb served with enormous yorkshire puds on the side. The staff could not be more chatty and friendly, and asked us to stay for the quiz. What fun for a New Years outing. Well done, the staff at the Bell. If we happen to pass by in the future, we'll definitly drop in once again.

We went based on the reviews and we're not dissapointed. The food was a High standard and you can see why they are fully booked way in advance. We hadn't booked but they still accommodated. Service is great and they do care about your experience.

As a family of six, we took our grandchild there for Sunday morning breakfast with Santa. We enjoyed a delightful full English breakfast, crayons and colouring sheets to entertain the children at the table and a visit to each table by Santa then a chance for photos with Santa by the Christmas tree. What could be done to improve it…nothing really, it was a lovely experience for us all. Thank you to all staff and a happy Christmas.

Can't get out much due to health issues these days but I've recently been here 3 or 4 times over the past couple of months or so for a lunchtime meet up with ex-work colleagues. Lovely pub with lovely bar staff and although I haven't actually eaten there myself my friends have. Food looks good and they've all enjoyed it, which for one in particular is a compliment in itself! However a table had been booked for yesterday lunchtime, the 12th, and the place was rammed from the get go after I arrived just after 12 with all tables booked. No complaints there but I just felt so sorry for the girl behind the bar who was on her own (not sure if she was a member of staff or the manager?). Anyway, she did brilliantly so a big thumbs up. Shame I can't get down there more often to meet the locals etc, but I live the opposite end of town and so sadly not very practical. Would definitely recommend, at least for lunchtimes as I have no idea what the evenings are like.

We booked ourselves in for a Christmas dinner whilst visiting the local area. Really weren't disappointed. The turkey on the Christmas dinners was cooked perfectly. I opted for the Turkey and Ham Hock pie as an alternative. It was just right, in fact the tenderstem broccoli was probably the best I have tasted, not too hard and not too soft. They had dairy free ice cream for those who have diary allegeries which is always appreciated. The staff were excellent especially as they were very busy. Thoroughly recommend, though book ahead.

Eating out is a treat these days and so we (husband and wife) are careful about when and where we choose to eat out. The Bell at Shottery is one of the very few places where we like to go as we know we will be served good food. It was earlier this year that we went to The Bell for afternoon tea and, although we have been back since then for a midweek meal or Sunday dinner, we have looked forward having afternoon tea here again. The afternoon tea we had previously was fabulous and we did wonder if we would enjoy the same experience. We are pleased to say that our afternoon tea was excellent once again. The sandwiches were plentiful and tasty. They weren't like the sandwiches you might have in posher establishments where they cut off the crusts and you end up with a finger sandwich the size of a domino. No, these sandwiches were more rustic and wholesome and with the crust left on. There were two bread sandwiches in the shape of a triangle and two rolls and that was for each of us too! The cakes were lovely and included a chocolate brownie. The fruit scones were a good size and came with whipped cream and jam. We had tea served in a large teapot which was refreshed with hot water when needed. We cleared the lot and were suitably stuffed but it was worth the calories. Service was prompt and efficient. The Bell is always usually a little busy when we go but it adds to the cosy and casual atmosphere.

Great pub. Stayed nearby and although there were 12 of us we were catered for an evening meal. Waitresses were great and the order was taken efficiently. All meals were good portions and delicious. The staff were attentive and polite. Food and drinks were good value and the atmosphere was great.

Myself, husband and inlaws visited with dog, booked a table in advance and took to quiet corner, we were told food would take up to 40mins to arrive which we were happy to wait but actually it came after 20mins max, all food was piping hot and fresh, our dog was given a ice cream whilst waiting which he loved! Food, service and atmosphere was great, we ended the night having a drink under heated patio area, lovely night lovely service lovely surroundings... thanks, we will definitely return and recommend to all

We love our local pub simply because it’s down to the people in charge & the team involved that have turned it back into a family & dog friendly true pub, the staff are great, everyone of them, they try to do their very best for anyone that comes through the door, I don’t think you can fault that. Now I don’t have a problem if anyone asks me or my husband where to go for food, family & trusted four legged friends, my favourite is the Gammon it’s so succulent. The Bell Shottery is our go to pub & as long the present team they know who they are stay are the pub is in great hands & it will continue to make my husband & myself very happy. Kudos to you all & thank you 🙏

My son & partner had their wedding here for 80 guests. Sam & her team were amazing. They were professional and ensured everything ran smoothly. The food was plentiful, tasty, and displayed with care - wonderful. The two grooms & guests were able to relax and everyone had a wonderful day. Team Bell you could not have improved on anything. Thank you for all your hard work & smiles.

Visited today at around 2pm. To be told the whole pub was closed due to a wedding party taking over the whole pub! Plenty of room to serve local people in a seperate area. Obviously the pub has gone for money..over local loyal customers! Assistant manager quite rude and dismissive when I asked why I cannot be served a drink! Drink overpriced anyway a neck oil £6.50 a pint ridiculous. Will not be returning , let’s hope you have many more wedding party’s that close the pub as your are going to need them! Will never return much better/cheaper pubs locally with better management

The customer service at this place is non existent, bar staff totally ignore you. I waited for ages to be served but they just ignore you,allowing other people to just push in, never did get served, walked out in discuss, were looking to go back for a meal as the menu looked very good, but after that experience will never go back there again.

We were luck, the friendly staff reported, the pub is very popular with the Stratford race goers-the last ones had just left. We settled down for a well presented, tasty pub lunch.

Stayed in a local cottage so took advantage of the Bell being dog friendly. Had a lovely meal staff very attentive and food was delicious. Definitely recommend.

Extremely helpful and friendly staff. We were staying in the area and visited here several times over the week. Food was fab and great value. Lovely atmosphere highly recommend.

On a short break The Bell is the only pub near us but what a lovely pub. The staff are friendly, the beer was lovely and we both had the lamb shank and they were delicious. Quiz night Monday looking forward to it.

Called in here for lunch with my husband after visiting Anne Hathaways cottage. It’s a lovely little pub. Great outdoor seating area and a sunny day so was really nice. Had an open sandwich with sweet potato fries and my husband had a burger along with a few drinks. Great price, lovely friendly staff. Would recommend and visit again if I’m Stratford.

Great food, Service and atmosphere with a bubbly South African lady. The added bonus is some new electric car chargers being installed. See you again soon

It's heartlifting to visit a pub that is doing all the simple things really well. Friendly, helpful service, well kept beer, good value pub grub and a great atmosphere. We visited on a Monday lunchtime when you might expect a pub located away from the centre of Stratford to be struggling a little but it was doing great business with lots of people all seeming to be enjoying it for the same reasons we did. Really impressive.

We had our wedding reception at The Bell. The food was perfect, Sam and her team were lovely and so helpful. Nothing was a problem for them. They helped make our special day perfect.

Arrived at Bell lunchtime this week looking for a table with my friend. Staff very helpful found us a table for 2. Service was excellent, drinks order was taken quickly & arrived smartly. Ordered food which arrived promptly. Food was absolutely amazing. Couldn't recommend it...

Both food and service was great! Our American family of twelve visited The Bell several times during our stay just down from the pub. Cindy became a favorite when we visited and she made some great suggestions on places to visit in the area.

Just had a fantastic Sunday lunch at the bell, I had booked in advance and pre ordered food as it was a large gathering 16 people Arrived early and had drinks before sitting down and didn’t have long to wait for food to come out,...

Fantastic evening at the bell, totalling faultless, busy, service was excellent, very friendly, tasty food. Recommended

Went to have dinner with my son, and we where told that there was a 45 minute wait, no apology & not that busy to justify a 45 minute delay, I found the manager to be quite rude and wasn’t even bothered to make a...

Our local pub when we were staying in the village over the bank holiday, we also went there for Sunday Roast. Well kept pub with lots of seating inside and out, usual range of Greene King beers. Food was really good - generous portion sizes...

Really good scampi and chips. Service was great and the restaurant had a cheerful atmosphere. Reasonably priced

We have been to The Bell many times over the last 2-3 years but today was the first time we went for afternoon tea. Indeed, we were advised that we were the first couple to try their afternoon tea as they only started a couple...

Seems like a mix of locals and tourists. Well-kept and good-priced real ales. Good wine selection. Food appears to be freshly prepared. Fish cakes actually close to the best, if not the best, I have had. Priced well. Good in the middle of a walk...

Another excellent meal at The Bell. Had the Seniors menu £7.99 for 3 courses! Smallish portions but that suits us fine as we enjoy the variety of 3 courses rather than one huge plateful. Very nicely presented, gravy and custard in little jugs, tartare sauce...

We were walking back to our hotel, after spending a day in Stratford,and decided to eat at the Bell. I'm SO glad we made that decision,we were shown to a table straight away, left to browse the menu for just the right amount of time....

We went to The Bell for lunch today. We ordered Hunters Chicken and Gammon. The meals were well presented and delicious, would definitely recommend it. Staff were welcoming and attentive, we will be going back, very enjoyable afternoon!!

A very nice meal , staff where very helpful spent a nice afternoon here with my wife plus a sunny day and the coffee was hot . Only one small winge the wine we where offered was not on wine list or price it was...

We have been dining here regularly over the past few months and found the service, food quality extremely good value given current prices. Realistically, we have been expecting prices to increase, and they certainly have. I had scampi, chips and peas for £7.70. On the...

Dropped in for the first time in 15 years looking for a new local after the meltdown in quality at The Garrick Inn in town. It was lovely to be served a decently kept cask ale (IPA) again. The beer was very good and the...

We were staying with our son in Stratford on Avon for a few months late last year and visited The Bell twice for Sunday roast lunch during December - once as a couple and once as a group of five. Both times were very busy,...

Went here for my birthday and not only was the food lovely but the staff, despite being busy were so polite and helpful and even accommodated my daughters wish to bring out a surprise birthday cake. Highly recommended.

The staff are all fantastic, so amazingly polite, easy to talk to and went above and beyond. The food exceeded my expectations, I ordered a vegan meal and in my experience most vegan food in pubs is average or below, but this was one of...

We visited this pub in mid December. We were very impressed with how friendly the staff were and how good the pub food was. The portion size was good and everything was perfectly cooked and piping hot. We were very impressed as the pub was...

Lovely warm and friendly pub with great food ! I would definitely recommend this place ! We visited on a Saturday lunch time we did book ahead it wasn’t crowded but busy enough to have a lovely atmosphere! Will return !

Super value for a lovely meal. Couldn't find a good meal at this price anywhere locally. Meals chosen from special deal. Will be back again regularly.

Good value pub food, especially if you choose the special deals. Had a dinner and a lunch here, and both were very good. All the staff were very welcoming and service is good even when they were busy. Menu is typical pub menu, but all...

second time we try to order sandwich plus drink offer to find out that they run out of ALL sandwiches or ALL wraps. If they dont want to serve any sandwiches they should take then out of menu

The last time we had a Roast here pre covid it really wasn't anything to write home about however today we had the most delicious Sunday roast, lashings of gravy, moist Turkey breast and giant homemade yorkshires. We have eaten from the normal menu several...

Good value pub food. Friendly staff and really busy when we went - quiz night. Everyone was having a good time and the staff have really turned this place around. Looks like they have a loyal client base which bodes well for a tough winter....

A great relaxing meal. I had the salmon which was very tasty. We all enjoyed our dinner. Sam was very busy and played a blinder. Well done!

We stopped here for a drink after visiting Anne Hathaway' s cottage and sat outside. It was just what we needed, the beer was good as was the range of seating provided.

Lovely atmosphere and super staff all so friendly I just loved their puddings so much Specially the banana waffle and chocolate pudding,I want to return for those mainly but the whole experience was great.

We where staying near by and this stood out on the Tripadvisor places to eat. We where not disappointed, in fact went back the second night. A true British pub, good food, good prices and the drinks an't bad either. Staff excellent, loverly atmosphere, we...

Passed the Bell while walking into Stratford from our hotel. It looked attractive from the outside, so we decided to lunch there rather than in Stratford. We shared a Chicken sharing platter which was tasty, plentiful and reasonably priced. The staff were friendly and made...

Stayed in Shottery for a week, self catering. We ate at the pub 4 nights running as the food was lovely and there was a good choice. There was a really nice welcoming atmosphere and the staff were all so friendly. A lovely find ,...

We were disappointed with the food, roast lunch appeared all frozen ingredients and v small. Fish was very dry. Kid pizza was a Chicago town done in microwave!! Service was slow considering it wasn’t busy. What a let down

Myself & Fiancé we’re staying in stratford for the weekend. Stumbled across this lovely pub and came back a second time to eat here. Huge menu so much to choose from. Food was lovely. Staff were lovely and a lovely pub garden. Would highly recommended...

Very nice pub with lovely outdoor seating area. The food menu was varied and reasonable and all our food was lovely. The drinks menu was extremely reasonable and we enjoyed the non alcoholic cocktails. Very child friendly and lovely staff would definitely return.

We have visited The Bell for a drink a few times and always found the staff really friendly and a nice atmosphere. Because of this we booked a table for ten for a birthday meal, again the staff were great and provided excellent service. The...

Seemed a nice pub but waited 50 mins for food. What came was not what orderedso got a refund for the food. That' s a pity , it could have been so much better. The speed at which the refund was given makes me think...

We were on a visit here from Welwyn garden city and stopped in after visiting Anne Hathaway's house for Sunday lunch and a beer. We found the pub exceptionally clean and the service exceptional. The food was very good and good value for money and...

Went along for some food, lovely little pub, very friendly but most importantly the sunday roast was one of the best ive had. Absaloutly delicious. Would highly recommend.

The food was excellent, a great choice for vegetarians. The waitress was extremely busy but kept smiling and staying friendly despite under such pressure. The atmosphere was good and the pub has a lovely garden area. Will definitely be returning.

We booked a table for my birthday & was not informed on arrival that they had a very limited menu. Everything we asked for they didn't have. I was struggling to find anything on the menu that I would eat. I finally asked for a...

Great little pub , has a nice garden area for sunny days and good choice of drinks on tap . Staff were all friendly too . Ordered some sides and starters to share between us and was all really good.

Came for a trip with my family the staff are all lovely and attentive and the food was fantastic will definitely be visiting again soon

When trying to order food we were told the kitchen had closed for an hour. We had drinks and waited an hour later a table was served food. When going to the bar to order for the second time we were told kitchen is closed...

A rainy Tuesday evening so my wife and I took the car and drove out from Stratford seeking a pub restaurant with a car park. We happened across the Bell, entered about 7.10 p.m., to be told that the kitchen had closed early as they...

Popped in here for light lunch today. Lovely staff, delightful atmosphere. Many thanks to Shane for his patience when we were trying to order. We will be back.

The pub itself is lovely needs a little managerial guidance. I ordered a gluten free tika masala it came out with nann bread ontop of the rice. I asked it to be taken back as it clearly wasn't gluten free and came straight back out...

Nice roomy but cosy Greene King pub, varied menu good food, good choice of beers. First Abbot ale for me in many years - very enjoyable. Friendly service. Spacious car park.

Went today 9th Feb and enjoyed a very nice meal and bottle of wine at a reasonable price. The plates were warm and the food as we expected I had a pina colada sweet and can say best pud for miles around please don’t take...

Nice old pub with a decent sized car park close to Stratford-upon-Avon. Greene King and guest cask beers, with an interesting blackberry porter on when we visited. Good varied menu from which we both had salt beef and beer cheese toasties on soda bread that...

Highly commend this place - a lively pub in the middle of the old part of Stratford Upon Avon. It was a full and busy Thursday lunchtime. The kitchen must have had to work its socks off but food and service were great for my...

Popped in for a quick drink on a weekday. Nice authentic interior complete with cosy corners and a fire going. Young barman (Matt, Max ?) gave me a taste of Butty Bach, absolutely brilliant and also suggested I try some of their other ales that...

Since new publicans have taken over The Bell just gets better and better. The food and drink are superb and the staff couldn't be more friendly and helpful. I'm a real ale drinker and am always spoilt for choice. The Abbot Ale is always in...

We booked a table online for 6.45pm as it had good reviews. We then arrived and were told the table was needed back by 8pm!?! 4 of us to have a relaxing meal in an hour and a quarter was very frustrating. The lady that...

Great service and food. Came here as I work in Greene King and wanted to use my 50% discount and had heard good things. Was very impressed by the food. The staff were lovely and completley on it, would definitley come here again.

Having spent the day in Stratford we wanted to have a meal with our friends before we headed home. We were delighted with the location and the food and drinks were excellent. The staff were very friendly and welcoming and they all worked well as...

Greeted when we arrived by friendly staff and shown to table. Very good food and attentive staff, always scanning the tables to see if any service is required. Good selection of beers.

This pub is full of traditional ambience and there is an undeniable warmth the moment you walk in The food is well above average and the staff, under the stewardship of a most pleasing Landlord, are helpful, courteous and most cheerful. Well worth a visit-...

We really enjoyed our trip to The Bell, lovely food and location. We will definitely be visiting again. 100% recommend!

Thanks to everyone at the Bell for making our family gathering such a happy occasion. Excellent food and service from all of the team.

Great pub attentive staff good atmosphere excellent chef first time in ages had properly cooked burgers only downside WiFi crap

We booked a table for lunch but got held up for 2 hours in traffic. We called and without hesitation they changed our booking to early evening. We were a large group of 10 people so not always an easy thing to do. We were...

My partner and I came across The Bell while we were looking for somewhere to eat. We know Greene King and eat at them quite regularly. The Bell is one of the best we have been to. Sam, the landlord was professional and friendly and...

My husband and I returned to the bell for dinner (we live locally and my husband has a pub quiz team there on a Monday evening) after many months. We were tired of the endless COVID rules so had avoid as a couple/family for many...

Great Sunday lunch and amazing value. Max was very welcoming and helpful. We will definitely be back!!

Came upon this absolute treasure of a pub whilst on a weekend away at Stratford. Had such a lovely time having drinks on our first night, that we returned the next night for dinner. The pub has a young, dynamic, enthusiastic, friendly and incredibly welcoming...

We are very lucky to have the Bell on our doorstep and so good to have it back up and running. The food is as good as ever with service to match - thanks Max! See you next week.