The Clockhouse Inn in West Dorset

We recently had lunch at the newly reopened Clock Public House in Chideock. Our portion sizes were actually quite small, and much more like a childs meal, and so not really good value for money. We both came away hungry. As potatoes are quite cheap, there can be no good excuse for such small portions of chips. Disappointing, as the chips were amazing. We also had fried eggs, which were hard, overcooked and the yolks not runny at all. We finished with latte coffees which were not very hot and extremely frothy, so did not have much volume to them. I appreciate the new owners are still finding their feet and I believe these issues may just be teething problems. We wish them luck and feel sure things will improve.

This pub is dog friendly. The staff and owners are excellent, we returned the following evening and Alex remembered the drinks we had previously. Alex recommended dishes off the menu which were cooked superbly by Matt. We enjoyed the board games that are available for customers to play, making our holiday evenings enjoyable.

If you’re looking for a traditional village pub with a family atmosphere, look no further than The Clock! Good range of free house beers. The food is absolutely superb with Matt and Alex as hosts. Well recommended even if I’d quite like to keep it to myself… 😉

Friendly staff.Quick service.Well cooked food. Recommend venue. Dog friendly. Staff remember you and have your favourite drink on tap..

Fantastic Village pub. The staff are so friendly. The perfect place to go after a long walk! The bar food is lovely & they have a Special ‘s Board too.

Great no nonsense traditional pub. Tasty food which caters for Coeliacs and is very reasonably priced. Very friendly service. Would highly recommend.

Lovely pub on a busy main road. Made to feel very welcome, the lady behind the bar was very friendly and service was great. The food and drinks were good value, food was average and drinks were fine.

After spending over £100 on an average meal down at the Anchor we decided to try this pub during our stay at the campsite. We were so blown away with how friendly and kind the staff are and how reasonable pricing the food is. The food is proper pub food, nothing fancy and extortionately priced. There’s much more of a nicer and cosy atmosphere here than down at the anchor. Campers, don’t waste your money and head up to the clock instead!

Friendly enough place but you get the impression it needs a bit of TLC. We had food but the scampi was over cooked as was my wife’s chicken burger. Prices are OK but would not rush back there.

A fantastic evening in the Clockhouse Inn, food was basic but delicious, staff were very friendly and helpful, we ate in spent time in the skittle alley, and had the best evening.

After our walk we stopped here for a few drinks on a Tuesday afternoon. It was not that busy. The staff member was polite and helpful and once we had our drinks we sat outside on their decking area.

The clock was great with brilliant service. We booked at short notice for my sons birthday meal and took our dog. They had decorated our table with a banner which was so thoughtful. Food and service were very good, with homemade options, would definitely recommend.

Another lovely night at The Clock! The fish and chips and beer were as good as ever and the usual friendly welcome even though they were very busy. Helen did a great job with the Easter themed quiz and made sure that everyone got a fair go at the chocolate prizes! All enjoyed by children and adults, both locals and holidaymakers.

The roast was very disappointing it was like a school dinner/child portion the Yorkshire pud was burnt I asked for a replacement and it was the same again I definitely would nit eat here again.

Barmaid helpful and friendly. I would be ashamed if I cooked food that badly. Was cold. Over cooked. None of my party would go there again.

Went here for the first with my family to meet up with friends, staff are very helpful and friendly,food was excellent (and it was hot) Lovely pub will definitely visit again

Booked our party of 34 to come in late (1.30pm) on a Tuesday. Despite the fact that everyone had individually pre-ordered their meals, they were well prepared and on the ball. No mistakes/ omissions. Remarkably fast service from very friendly staff, who were ultra efficient without appearing rushed. Plenty of time relax over a drink and enjoy the food, which was excellent. We had been on a trip to see the engineering works that refurbished our village church bells. Stopping off at the Clock on the way home was a great way to finish the outing. A real bonus!

I went here for an 18th meal and ordered a burger. It came and I picked out around 5 hairs. After speaking to a manager he said ‘well there was not any hairs in the second one was there?’ Not to mention that a rustlers burger was better than this. Don’t bother to go. The only positive was the good nice barmaids. Would not recommend

Met up with friends for lunch and found pub very quiet and with no atmosphere. The chicken our friends ordered was no available. Two of us had fish and chips which was almost inedible. The ham,eggs and chips wasn't too bad. My husband breaded plaice was obviously ready made. Not worthy of a return visit.

took my walking group for lunch. Much of the menu was 'off' and what was served was awful. Never again.

What a friendly welcome by staff lovely food and beer's a lovely old fashioned pub food resable and so are the the beer's great skittles ally and dogs are welcome in the skittles ally and in the bar this is a fantastic pub all resable...

Made a booking but when arrived could not find it?, 5 people on a 4 seat table, cold chips and old peas, Drinks after asking if Coke was told yes but it was Pepsi. Not the most welcoming experience . Food was passable but not...

We really enjoyed all our food at this pub, staff were really pleasant, and the cost was about average. Would recommend if you like pub food.

Had a great experience this evening with my partner. The members of staff here were very friendly and the food was good - the menu was plenty varied too!

Glad to return after a few years and find this pub as good as ever. Dog friendly, delightful staff, excellent beer and delicious food. Highly recommend the home made Dorset apple cake.

Third or maybe fourth visit to the Clock and it never fails to please. Red Pepper and Cauliflower Curry and Steak and Ale pie not forgetting the filo wrapped prawn starter. Delicious food and friendly professional staff. Nellie was also well looked after with water...

Lovely friendly welcome. Only baquettes but excellent. Sausages which I normally avoid were delicious. Lovely local vibe on a quiet Tuesday

We had lunch and had a great experience. All the staff were really friendly and attentive. The pub itself is a lovely building - the loos are the most spotless pub toilets I’ve ever seen. We had sandwiches, baguette and jacket potato. It was all...

First meal here was absolutely fantastic . All four meals were excellent. Friendly staff and dog friendly to . We are going for a revisit tonight before heading back to the Midlands on Friday . Highly recommended

Popped in for lunch on day trip to the coast. Friendly welcome, food served quickly with gluten free options available for my partner. Good home cooked food - chips were great. Also well situated to the coast, with a lovely 15 minute country walk to...

As we were on holiday at a nearby campsite and wanted a roast on Sunday we went in to the Clockhouse earlier in the week to check they had a table. As the Sunday we wanted was Mother’s Day, the staff advised us to book,...

We booked Sunday lunch. The whole thing was disappointing. Unfriendly. No atmosphere. The place was almost empty. The food was bland to put it mildly. Staff were very casual. We love puddings but went without. The whole place needs a makeover. New staff required, front...

Popped in after a long walk to be greeted with a friendly welcome, we immediately felt comfortable. Dog was welcome also. Food was quickly served, fresh and tasty with good portions. Being Coeliac, gluten free is a must and this was no trouble at all.

Absolutely fantastic food freshly made, worth the little extra wait for it, dog friendly as well. Staff very helpful and friendly, we definitely will be back.

No ambiance. Food awful. Service very poor. Grossly overpriced. Who in the right mind serves cauliflower cheese with gravy? To be avoided at all cost.

Called in for supper on the way down to Devon. Friendly staff, bit cold - could have done with an open fire. I ordered sausage and mash with onion gravy. The plate came covered in a gleaming brown gravy. Three sausages were trying to find...

Stopped in for an evening meal and had a good experience. A selection of fairly standard pub grub but the meals were very nice, well cooked and presented. An excellent pie and scampi and chips made for a lovely meal.

We stayed at Swiss cottage, Chideock, around the corner from The Clock House Inn, we had a couple of meals there, first time we wondered what we could here, a ball rolling noise, it was the bowling alley, the second visit it was quiet, great...

Visited this pub Monday evening, ordered pan seared sea bream and red mullet on a rice noodle stir fry. Whilst the meal was nice, I expected the fish to be seared, an initial part of the cooking process that changes the texture of the skin...

While staying just outside Bridport we drove to Chideock to eat at the Clockhouse Inn. The menu was varied and well priced for typical 'pub grub', the staff were attentive and friendly and, the food was of a high standard. If you are in the...

Family run, with a friendly welcome and food offer of freshly cooked pub favorites. Inside tables are well spaced and outside there’s a choice of seating area providing sun or shade, though at the side there’s some road noise. Steak and ale pie was excellent...

Just come back from having a meal with my adult family. We all had different meals and all agreed the food was excellent. Plenty of choices on the menu, pleasant surroundings and a friendly staff. Prices very reasonable for the service and standard of the...

Since the alterations this pub doesn't have much character and why is it always so cold inside? However service was good and food reliable, usual pub grub. Suited us.

Stopped on the off-chance to break our journey to Lyme Regis. Although they were shortly to stop serving food they made us very welcome. My wife had baked potato with cheese and beans and I had a sausage baguette. Both good especially the baguette. The...

This is a lovely, local pub used by holiday makers as well as locals. Liz and Hope are both great to deal with and are super-friendly and the pub-grub is always hot, tasty and freshly cooked - we love this place and use it often....

This is our go-to place to bring visitors and celebrate birthdays, or anniversaries, or Tuesdays! The steak and ale pie is stuffed with meat, the fish is so fresh and so beautifully cooked, and the warm welcome is second-to-none. We love it and so do...

Four adults and a dog turned up for lunch yesterday. There was one local on each dog table reading a paper with a pint so there was no dog table for us to sit on. Barmaid made no effort to ask someone to move and...

Our absolute favourite place to come to when on holiday! The food is always outstanding, great quality and super tasty. The staff are fantastic, so friendly and down to earth. Really look after you. Can't wait until we can go back again.

When it comes to taking the family out for dinner when you’re on holiday, it’s always a challenge to find good food that you AND the children want to eat. The Clockhouse is perfect and ticks all the boxes. The menu has a great range...

The greeting and ambience of the pub was very good. The selection on the menu was more than enough. The food we chose was excellent. Home made hand cut chips etc. Good choice of drinks including real ales. Would definitely go again

Half way on our journey, stopped off for lunch. Great pup food, very friendly staff, plenty of parking and it is dog friendly. All the other customers all seemed happy with their lunch. Definitely worth a visit.

Absolutely lovely staff and good rustic, simple English pub food. We stopped on our way back from a day beach hopping and the food was exactly what we needed! Such a warm welcome and really dog friendly with lovely locals

Very friendly welcome, and book before hand just to make sure we got a table, the food was outstanding and service was great as well. Would have no issues coming here again and great value for money.

Having been present at the semi and finals of the euros in the Clockhouse I simply do not understand the previous comment and would question the review was written on the correct establishment. There were approx 30 customers in total and all were sat in the own bubbles in a very large pub. Face masks were worn whenever tables were left and it was very covid controlled table service.Please do not be put off by previous review.

It's places like these causing the spread. Visited during the Euro games and the attitude seems to be 'pack them in and to hell with consequences'. I won't be back. Food is bland. That picture of the soggy chips says it all.

A group of 6 of us went for lunch. Lovely friendly staff and super food. Highly recommended. Macaroni cheese was lovely and ham sandwich with chips was really good too

If I could leave 0 stars I would. Petty bar staff, pathetic management, and disgusting disorganisation are only a few of the major issues we found with this establishment. We were discriminated against as non-locals - so would definitely not recommend if you are new to the area! We booked and then confirmed on the phone, only to be turned away the second we walked through the door due to a complete lack of organisation, first booking us a table 8 people too short, then not writing down our later booking. The woman who dealt with us was unbelieveably rude and completely unsympathetic to the situation, we have never felt so unwelcome and there was a complete lack of willingness to resolve the situation. I wholeheartedly recommend you avoid this place, dingy inside and run by idiots, absolutely no positives.

We have been here many times. Our latest visit after lockdown was as good as ever. Service was friendly and swift. Food really good. My wife had steak which was really tender and I had jacket potato which was excellent. This place is normally quiet, which suits us. I think this is because the entrance to the carpark is not obvious and drivers miss the turning.

Very disappointed. £14 for 8 scampis...tough tasteless chicken burger, inedible hard garlic bread, cold undercooked chips, sourish steak pie, watery gravy...no water at table even for the kids. For a small village pub with limited places due to Covid, you would think better care and concern on food and service. Last day in Dorset for our first holiday out of lockdown, and we had to end up in a place that didn't even know how to cook garlic bread! Dissapointment worth £130+

The pubs website advertised Saturday Night as Steak Night so very disappointed to be told no Steak. We were sat next to a couple with two dogs who barked constantly and occasionally reacted aggressively to other pub users. Although initially cosy after a group of locals arrived there was a constant draft appeared. The food we ordered was however very good.

We visited as a family of six for an evening meal. Booked by phone, very friendly and helpful; the menu contained all the popular fare for three generations without being too up-market. Service was prompt and friendly and the place was spotless. Would certainly go there again

No one to greet you... Dreadful start followed up by ages waiting for our order to be taken.... Food mediocre... Don't waste your time!

Stopped off for Sunday roast as we were passing through the area. Ordered two roast dinners and when they came out it was worse than a school dinner. Two small and thin slices of Meat, two soggy roast Potatoes, frozen veg and runny gravy. It was awful. After reading the reviews I’m shocked as the rest of the food seems to be lovely, maybe just avoid the roast on a Sunday! Didn’t bother to complain as didn’t like to make a fuss as won’t be returning.

Sadly the pub was under pressure as they had a skittle night there and a lot of the food was missing from the menu,due to too many unexpected orders My husband eventually opted for steak,which although tasty was a bit chewy The staff did thier best but the damage was done, we would have loved to sit in the older part of the pub but we were put in a soul less part. Such a shame i Have wanted to go there for ages as on our usual route to Lyme Regis,so very dissapointed. I did feel for the staff as it was not thier fault. Not sure if we will go back,but will make sure that there isant a Skittle night on

On a family walk dropped in here for lunch half way. Very COVID friendly with a small but home cooked menu. Good choice if baguettes too. Four of us had different options and all enjoyed.

We were staying in West bay early in march 2020,we decided to visit the clockhouse inn about four miles away.We were welcomed by a very friendly,polite lady behind the bar,being mid day on a saturday there was plenty of room in the main bar area,the food we ordered was quickly served by polite staff and very well presented,especially the steak,cooked to perfection along side the best chips and onion rings etc.The drinks were very good .We had a baby with us and found the baby changing area first class,available in both toilets.We will deffinately call again .well worth a visit..

Visited this pub which we knew from a few years back as it had been rebuilt following a fire. Still a lovely friendly proper pub! Good home cooked food and great choice of ciders! Been refurbished beautifully and has not lost its appeal. Had a lovely lunch and ended up chatting to the locals.

We usually come here in the summer every year but we managed to stay nearby in March so we had to go back here.The service is excellent and the food is amazing too such good quality. We love eating here and find it hard to choose of the menu as there is so much to choose from.

The team at The Clock did a fabulous job making us feel so welcome for our club Skittles evening and laid on a lovely meal for 24 of us, all served piping hot to the restaurant. We'd thoroughly recommend The Clock for its lovely bright and warm skittle alley, superb food and welcoming atmosphere.

Stopped for drinks Saturday afternoon very friendly and welcoming staff very clean with a good selection of beers, worth a visit.

Arrived late On a Sunday lunchtime and we were made welcome. We didn’t have the Sunday lunch but the homemade pie and the smothered chicken. Both came out very hot and the chicken was certainly tasty. The pie was very dry but edible. The pub was virtually empty which speaks volumes for a Sunday. I’m not saying don’t visit, but there are better places in the area

We have just be in the skittles room and had great fun playing skittles and celebrating my daughter 21st with family. The staff were great, the room was warm and cosy and food was really nice and great value. Thanks for making our night great!

Had a great meal, from starters to pudding it was great. Staff were very professional, friendly and polite. Can’t recommend enough. Looking forward to another meal there again. Recommend their steak and ale pie.

This is the perfect place for just a drink or lovely food especially if you have been out walking.The staff are very friendly. It’s a busy pub with locals which is nice to see & nice to chat to.There are table Skittles, Dart boards and books if you want to be entertained.Looking forward to seeing you again next year.

The Clock Inn is a friendly pub that goes the extra mile. Staff are excellent as is the service. I had the steak pie which was definitely a great homemade dish. I would recommend it. Accompaniments were veg and chips. Well cooked. The meal are straightforward not fancy and all the better because they do what they are good at. The Otter beer is well kept. Real Ale needs to be kept well and they do that here.

We stopped here for Lunch on Monday 7th of October. The Steak and Ale pie was to die for, and the portion sizes were brilliant. Great value for money, great service

Good food, friendly people, solid advice. Nice pub, clean, wide choice and very fairly priced meals. Lovely old church opposite worth five minutes or so too.

This pub which had to be rebuilt after a devastating fire is our local so we meet friends and eat here often. The landlord and staff are always very welcoming and friendly and the food is the best ‘pub grub’ ! There is a good car park and it has the added bonus of being dog friendly!

We recently visited for my mum and Dads 60th anniversary. Meal was great, staff were friendly. Thanks for a great night.

We visited with friends in the evening and were made very welcome. We all enjoyed our starters and main course.

Great food, great service, cannot recommend this pub enough, if you are in the area you must visit for good quality/quantity and value on food

Came here to take part in the family quiz and had a really nice evening. Proper local pub with a team who went out of their way to accommodate us despite all the tables being full when we first arrived. Throughly enjoyed the quiz and would recommend for a visit if you're in the area.

I ate here with friends for an evening meal. Menu choice was good and varied and at a reasonable price. Dog friendly and with a great quiz on most Sunday nights. Plenty odf car parking on site. Eat here and you won't be disappointed.....

We visited this pub twice in the same week having enjoyed it so much the first time. The gammon was the best I have ever tasted, the fish and chips were huge. The second time we went there was an open mic night. Plenty of locals in but still very welcoming and a great chilled atmosphere.

Welcoming and friendly atmosphere. The food was traditional pub grub and fairly priced. Adults and teenagers in our group, all had a great evening out, which included a family pub quiz.

Visited whil at nearby campsite. Service very freindly, food was all good. Portions were very large, my fish and chips was massive. Food not cheap for pub food but you are in a holiday area.

Food was good although my smothered chicken

Having walked up to golden cap and back we stopped in the Anchor inn in Seatown but decided due to price and how busy it was to walk into Chideock.The walk along the road takes less than 20 minutes and the road is a little busy but all the drivers slowed down so felt safe.

We recently stopped off at the Clockhouse Inn on our journey to (and from) Devon. There were 8 adults, 3 young kids and a large dog. We were well looked after by the landlord (Mike), who made every effort to keep the kids entertained as well as making us all feel welcome. The locals were friendly and the lunch-time food was spot-on.

Great place to go for good food at a reasonable cost, made our stay in the area more enjoyable, would go again anytime.

We always make a point of visiting the clock when we are in Dorset/Devon on holiday and this time we visited twice... the place is always busy and if you want to eat you MUST book a table. First time we have taken a dog with us, so I explained when I booked and it was no problem at all, we was seated in the Bar area with other diners with dogs.

I came here with my family on the way home from Southampton,

Holiday visit while staying in village. Friendly pub, amusing quiz well-attended. Wouldnt be my selection of beers but served well.

We ate here three times during our holiday. Staff welcoming and they go out of their way to accommodate. Meals were good and reasonably priced and the pub has a very friendly atmosphere.

Pleasant canalside pub on the Trent and Mersey canal at Shardlow Derby. Varied menu of reasonably priced pub grub. Pleasant helpful staff. Function rooms available. Parties catered for.

What a lovely place. Visited here whilst away on holiday and so glad we did. Wonderful atmosphere. Very nice, friendly staff. Menu was great and food was delicious. Great portion and super scrummy. Dog friendly which is always a bonus! Loved it!!!!

From Essex, one of whom is, like me, coeliac. Absolutely scrumptious GF fish and chips - the beer batter here is second to none! Thumbs up to Maggie-in-the/kitchen. My friends agreed with me and, judging by how busy it was on a Tuesday evening, so do lots of other people.

We visited this pub quite a few times while on holiday. The staff were very friendly & good at their jobs nothing was too much trouble for them.

We stopped in for dinner on our one night stay in town based on the suggestion from the B&B; owner where we were staying. We both ordered from the special board and the meals were very good. We were in total amazement as we were leaving when one of the staff showed us the picture book of the terrible fire that had ravished the building. The rebuild was amazing, we would never have guessed that the place was destroyed by the fire.

Decided to try this pub as just passing through the village, and it was definitely worth it.