Based on 298 opinions finded in 1 websites
Based on 298 opinions finded in 1 websites
Nº 279 in 479 in East Hertfordshire
Nº 54 of 96 British in East Hertfordshire
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After a spur of the moment decision to go out for dinner, we went to the White Hart in Puckeridge, but unfortunately it was so busy we couldn’t find our way to the bar. We then went to the Golden Fleece in Braughing. Greeted by the landlord on arrival but we still waited about 10 minutes before we received our drinks. After placing our order at the bar we waited at least an hour before it arrived. Sadly we were very disappointed with our meals, our order of muscles and chips was ok, BUT the bread for mopping up the tomato sauce was very thinly sliced and stale. Unfortunately we were very disappointed with our meal and won’t be venturing to this pub again.
Diane Palmer . 2024-10-04
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Well situated pub in a village near Ware with a decent menu and specials board. Excellent wine list too. Good portions and tasty food with excellent service. Take a bow Jade who was professional, efficient and friendly at all times.
swfjambo . 2024-09-26
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Amazing Sunday lunch coupled with friendly professional service in a beautiful setting. I recommend the Golden Fleece to anyone wanting to feel relaxed and looked after. Thank you to all the staff who made our visit so enjoyable. We will back with our parents family and friends very soon
Amanda P . 2024-08-18
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Normally I cook for the family but on this gorgeous sunny Sunday, I booked a table in the restaurant. We were welcomed by Jade and her team and opted to sit in the terrace for drinks before lunch. Overlooking the garden, this is a lovely space to enjoy pre-meal drinks. Dave called us to our table where we were served superb beef and pork and an excellent nut roast. There were plenty of seasonal vegetables and lovely creamed leeks. All gluten-free as our son-in-law is celiac. The staff were very attentive and the whole experience was just perfect for a 50th birthday celebration. Even the desert had a candle. Top marks guys, just excellent.
ChefCliveM . 2024-07-29
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We had lunch for 6 people celebrating our wedding. Although we arrived early, the manager was accomodating and offered us a great spot in the garden area until our lunch was ready. We had a 3 course meal; every dish was of a high standard and good quality, the food is cooked fresh. There is a Specials Board with a good selection of choices. There's also a wide range of wines, spirits, beers and lagers available. The pub/restuarant is very clean and spacious. We highly recommend the Golden Fleece for any celebration, the staff went above and beyond our expectations. Thank you for a great day and looking after us and our guests and making our day so special. Pauline & Susan x
Susan Mary P . 2024-07-06
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We’ve missed out not coming here sooner. Charming old pub, lovely decor and friendly staff. In our opinion this pub has the best food in the area. Some more unusual food choices which makes for a nice change. Food was delicious and well presented. We can’t wait to visit again. Highly recommend.
edwina . 2024-06-29
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Came here for dinner and absolutely loved it. Will definitely come back again. Jade was a lovely bar lady, the food was amazing and the beer garden was perfect to have drinks in.
Claire S . 2024-05-09
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Our meals were excellent, this charming old pub has lots of character and a welcoming atmosphere. Owner Jess went out of her way to cook for us , when we were delayed by a horrible road rage incident. Many thanks
Excursion146631 . 2024-04-19
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As per usual great place food excellent 👌 yes would go again staff treated you as family. Anyone who complains about this place needs there taste buds examine. Keep up the good work.
Malcolm H . 2024-03-11
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Really welcoming pub with fantastic staff, made us all feel so welcome. Food delicious, everyone really enjoyed it. I had the monkfish with a creamy mussel and saffron chowder, could fault it. Will definitely go again.
KarenB5036 . 2023-11-19
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We sat in a delightful covered terrace with proper tables and chairs (there's also a large garden). Service was provided by two extremely attentive young ladies. My wife had a generous lamb roast, and I had a beef rib with a bourbon and chipotle sauce. The beef fell of the bone, the sauce was expertly flavoured and not too sweet. and this dish was the best I've had in any pub or restaurant so far this year. We're looking forward to our next visit.
antandmarie0 . 2023-10-09
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Beautiful place, beautiful food, beautiful service. Just perfect Felt so welcome, never had short rib like it. And the cheesecake was to die for!
5kaylinb . 2023-09-22
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We were searching for somewhere to seat 9 friends but other restaurants or pubs were saying know or they wanted more people for a roast one who done the booking, said that she had been before so we all arrived and we were very happy with being welcomed as we were, then being shown to a room that would put some lounge’s to shame. The staff always making sure we were well catered for. The food was plenty and the vegetables were very good and fresh. We already have agreed to go again. So cheers to all the staff and landlady and landlord. May you have many more happy customers.
Malcolm H . 2023-08-06
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Terrible food! They should be ashamed to serve something like this. I usually don’t leave reviews but this time i really had to leave it out here. I was in town for the weekend & felt like would be great to have a meal at The Golden Fleece. I asked if could have a burger which is on there menu & they told me that they do not have a sit available until 5pm..mind that at I came 1pm. I told them I was fine with a take away & it took around an 1 hour to get my food. You can find below a picture of what I got for 16pounds!!!. Nothing on my burger… apart the patty which tasted really bad & was overcooked. On top of that You could tell that the chips had just came out of the freezer. 🤢I know that they had a lot of customers that day but this shouldn’t be an excuse.
Ben S . 2023-04-15
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Set in the lovely quintessential English village of Brqughing in Hertfordshire, The Golden Fleece is all that you could wish for in fine countryside dining. The pub is situated on the B1368 with adequate parking and a lovely garden and patio area. Inside the roaring inglenook fire welcomes you on cold winter evenings and the bar is friendly and comfortable. Excellent choices of real ales and the choice of wine and gins is exceptional. We booked late on a Saturday for six of us and were seated in the spacious restaurant. The food was not delivered quickly - an indication that everything is freshly cooked to order. My venison steaks, cooked rare to my liking, were lovely with a superb sauce, lovely seasonal vegetables and everybody else’s meals were equally excellent. And, I just love the beers here. Well worth a visit.
ChefCliveM . 2023-04-03
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Never fails to give a variety of options for a special diet and it is always hot, tastes good, and looks attractive. All served in a lovely dining room with table cloths and linen napkins. If you want a special meal this is the place,
691janiceh . 2023-02-10
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Thoroughly enjoyed our Sunday lunch. We both had a roast, roast chicken and roast lamb, good portions and everything was very tasty. If you didn’t fancy a roast the normal menu had a good selection. Impressed that they can cater for gluten free and dairy free. We were full but wanted to try dessert, both had the baked cheesecake and it was very nice. Good service and we thought good value for money. Will definitely return.
Puds_mum . 2023-02-01
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We booked a table for Sunday lunch at 1.30. Arrived in good time, lovely warm pub but quite surly bar staff met us, we went to our table, ordered quite promptly but then waited 1 hour 15 mins before our roasts arrived, very poor quality, dry meat, hard roast potatoes, a cauliflower cheese that was unrecognisable! All in all a very unsatisfactory meal. Attentive waitresses asking us if the meal was okay, what could we say! not their responsibility to cook a decent sunday roast. Sorry but we would not re-visit.
68jill . 2022-12-12
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We have visited twice within a week as it was so enjoyable. First visit with a inquisitive very young child who wandered around with many natural sounds of enjoyment. Our second was just the elderly grandparents. Welcomed genuinely on both occasions by very helpful staff. Specials available each day open including Sunday. The roast beef with traditional Yorkshire's etc was beautifully cooked and carved. The Cajun salmon equally well cooked. All accomplishments generous and al denti. Desserts are most tempting. Range of wines is impressive with many available by the glass with 4 options. Also choice of ales. Well kept. Service was helpful, unhurried yet attentive. Please don't all book at once as we want to return. Not cheap but very good value.
davegZ5122AK . 2022-09-22
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Had the worst so called Sunday Roast at this place on Sunday 28th August.After waiting for an hour the meal arrived.The Lamb was raw and consisted of fat and grissle.The potatoes were like rock and red hot just out of the micro wave as we're the vegetables.The service was absolutely terrible.This pub should not be trying to serve food they cannot possibly deliver.I got a 50%deduction but this was a joke as neither me or my wife could eat this rubbish.I will never go near the place again.
Geoff M . 2022-09-01
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We visited yesterday and left impressed. Very smart pub, super restaurant and beautiful outdoor space. The owner was very knowledgable about the gin collection and promoted local suppliers. We tasted different choices, which fitted with the “experience” theme. The platter that accompanied was excellent and very filling for two. The pub had a great vibe, lovely helpful staff, and a good stream of customers, which was great to see. We would highly recommend this venue. Thank you for making our visit so enjoyable and we wish you every success for the future.
Julie O . 2022-08-28
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Visited for Easter Sunday with the family. We all enjoyed our dinner, especially the roasts. Good vegetarian options. Very friendly staff and great service. Will be visiting again very soon.
chloeotoole16 . 2022-04-18
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When looking for a suitable venue for a special birthday party, there are not many to choose from in this area. However, The Golden Fleece was not only the best from a seating point of view, but also as far as menu choice and flexibility is concerned. Chef Jess is skilled in this area of expertise and offered us a great choice with the ability to tweak if needed. We were able to decorate the spacious dining room with 60 stuff and leave the cake ready for presentation at the end of the dessert course. Everything went like clockwork. The staff wore masks and were extremely attentive. The food was epic and just delicious. Out grateful thanks to Jess, Pete and the whole GF team for making this celebration so very special
ChefCliveM . 2022-03-21
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Usually the menu here is varied and plentiful but during this visit the menu was far more limited and not up to the usual standard.
Tralsiboo . 2022-02-22
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Our second visit in the last 4 weeks and could not fault it. I had same main course as last visit (fillet steak) and it could have been the same plate. Perfect (rare) steak, nice selection of veggies - not too crunchy not too soft...
JReeves-Hairs . 2022-02-11
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A warmer welcome you could not wish for. Set in the attractive village of Braughing. The team here have made full use of the space available to meet covid requirements. The service was excellent. The food was wonderful.
Martyn B . 2021-07-03
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This was our first time here. We had been on a local walk in the area and decided to go here for some drinks with our four children. The service was excellent, very friendly staff. The manager went out of her way to make us...
Joel T . 2021-06-28
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We went on Sunday and had a fine lunch. The pub is exceptionally well set up and complies with all the Covid restrictions so everyone as a result felt safe and comfortable. The Roast Lamb was wonderful and the Apple Crumble and Ultra Smooth Custard...
john p . 2020-12-08
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My boyfriend and I have just had lunch at The Golden Fleece and it was so special. This was our first visit and the Pub is so cosy and the atmosphere is very happy. The staff there are so welcoming and friendly and really looked...
659carolea . 2020-08-19
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Having used the down time of Lockdown to referb with taste and detracting nothing from the buildings classic charm Peter and Jess have put in extensive but not intrusive protection for staff and customers , luckily the dining area can use covered and a large...
john p . 2020-07-29
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With the reopening of some businesses on 4 July, we felt very nervous about visiting a pub. Our fears were totally unfounded when booking brunch at The Golden Fleece. We were met by Harriott at the door who showed us to the table suitably distanced...
ChefCliveM . 2020-07-06
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Had the set Valentine's menu with champagne to start. Great prices with a well thought out menu. Had the opportunity to try something different and was not disappointed. Good service and a lovely atmosphere. Will definitely go again.
755emma . 2020-03-06
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A really nice atmosphere with friendly staff and very good food. Our first visit and we will definitely go back. Thoroughly recommend.
Paul F . 2020-03-04
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Had an evening meal here. Service and staff great. Husband and friends enjoyed the meat and fish dishes. I had a good selection of vegetarian to chose from and it was delicious. One tip for the ladies, wear trousers - The bottom edge of the...
Dori S . 2020-03-02
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This was our first visit and it was for a birthday celebration - from our party there were mixed reviews. The staff and atmosphere were lovely, and there is a charming looking garden and terrace area to the rear (although it was raining so we...
Fairyrockets . 2020-02-18
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Despite living in the area I had never visited The Golden Fleece before and decided to stop off on a Thursday night when driving home up the A10. The car park was not busy and neither was the pub when we arrived, so managed to...
CUFCMark . 2020-01-20
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the landlady and her team strive to cater for all needs , these get wider and wider with the gluton free and veg/vegan customers . the establisment is clean to the point your pint can traplan across the bar after Jan has polished it to...
john p . 2020-01-16
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As per my previous reviews you can see that we usually love it here. We visit quite often as a couple and even more often with the children. On this occasion we decided to have a just us Sunday Lunch and I’ve always claimed that...
Tralsiboo . 2020-01-03
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Fansatic family meal out. We went as a group meeting up for Christmas. They had two menus, a selection of roasts, plus the special board available but all of the food we had was exceptional. Proper home cooking and perfect for a family Sunday lunch meet up. Staff were all very friendly too and considering we had between 2-3 courses each and drinks we thought it was very good value. We’ll certainly be returning!
Tom B . 2019-12-09
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the soup was Soupreme , Celleriac and Mushroom , i know . . then Meat Balls very very good , the beers are kept to perfection and since Rohan the new cellar man has taken over the task well to the spanner born , he reconnects quicker than you can say knife . .the place has character, and beauty with Abigale and Harriet abley supporting Rohan , and catering for the ever increasing number of vegetarians and vegans has widened the menu to incorperate the Glutton free clan and allergy sensative subscribers who grow by the minute.lovely log fire and art work,.
john p . 2019-12-08
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Honestly the worse dining out experience my wife and I have ever had. It was so bad we were laughing all the way home. I had partridge breast. All 3 of them. Go figure. And the rubbery reheated unseasoned bird was laid on a grey soup of barley which as I commented to the wife looked like the contents of the late birds stomach.My wife had a beef wellington which she described simply as Yuk.The pudding was a microwave sponge with tinned custard.But worse than the terrible over priced food was the service.Waited 45 minutes for a cheese stater and overall we were in this god forsaken place for 2 hours.And no it wasn't because they were busy.The icing on the cake was that the place was absolutely freezing. My wife had to put her coat back on. We were glad to get back to the car to warm up.Staff smiled a lot in false belief they were serving food worth waiting and freezing for but that was it .I don't want to put the boot in but I said to my wife on way home that Toby carvery was better (may God forgive me) at least the meat is fresh.
Guide370409 . 2019-11-30
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A family night out for dinner. We had booked a table in the Restaurante and were made very welcome when we arrived. The place was lovely and warm, on a damp cold night, heated by a roaring log fire. We ordered drinks while we looked through the normal menu plus the specials for that night.
roberthV7199LR . 2019-11-23
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Great food for 30 people! Very helpful chef and landlord for the whole event made it an unforgettable day for all.
Keyhole14 . 2019-11-22
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When booking, I told the restaurant I was a vegan and they were fabulous over the phone going through options that are available for me at Sunday lunch. The overall menu is fabulous both for vegan and non-vegan.
Grey_Ink . 2019-11-17
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We has been bought a voucher which was due to run out. Looked online and a couple of place as available in London but decided against that location and chose this place instead. Located in a beautiful village. Open fire in the bar area which added to ambience. Lovely friendly and welcoming staff. Not busy in restaurant or bar areas. In fact we were the only 2 in the restaurant on a Saturday lunch time. I started with gnocchi with crab sauce; delicious. For my main ordered pulled beef in a Savoy cabbage. Novel idea. Vegetables cooked to perfection. Even managed to fit in a pudding of upside down pineapple sponge with custard.
debahayter . 2019-11-17
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We visited the Golden Flece for the second time and were delighted to find the same standard of service nad athe same quality of food all in a wonderful atmosphere
Deryck U . 2019-11-13
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Family of five dining on Sunday 10th November 2019. All five of us had the Sunday roat: 2 beef, 2 pork, 1 chicken. The food was excellent and plentiful. Good portions of meat on the plates with four large roaties and plenty of gravy. Separate bowls of veg. Additional veg was offered, and additional roasties accepted.
PhilsPotty . 2019-11-10
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Picked this pub from a top 10 list of Herts sunday roasts snd very pleased we did. Staff accommodated a very late change to the number in the party and us introduckbg a diners ckub card at yhe table. Atmosphere nice, loos clean, parking available. The best was yet to come. All 6 roasts were lovely and additional roast potatoes provided on request. Brilliant. Two ladies served us and both were great. I would recommend this pub to others and look forward to returning.
Mobile233835 . 2019-11-10
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Really enjoyed Roast Lamb and Roast Pork. Staff really helpful, efficient and friendly. Thank you. Will definitely return They also offer lots of different evening experiences and hope to try them out. It's so nice to have a really good Sunday Lunch
Anne E . 2019-11-03
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We chose to eat here because of the good choice of gf meals. My roast lamb was average but others in our party seemed okay with their meals. The service became very slow as the restaurant filled up. Don't think I would personally travel there again.
LondonDimo . 2019-11-03
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if you have seen the film Wizard of Oz you may remember it opened in black and white but at the point when Dorothy aka Judy Garland that precocious child and her dog Toto leave the pig farm in kansas and whirl of to the land of Oz the film goes to technicolour , that is the same effect as entering the fleece. . well one lunch time i popped in for a pint and a bowl of home made soup , which changes every few days. The landlady Jess was in the kitchen that day and came into the bar with the news her mother Lesley had gathered a Large puffball up the allotments and would i like a taste ...well it came up breadcrumbed and fried in Butter to perfection. thank you. with cabbage soup and an Adnams it was Wizard... pie night on a thursday is taking off and Peter will soon find the Bryant and Mays to get the blasing fire up and running
john p . 2019-10-27
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We went for a meal on Saturday afternoon. We arrived at 2.30pm and the young lady said that food was being served until 3pm. We made it just in time. The food was delicious. I had a vegan nut roast and it was super tasty. Parking on site and a nice beer garden front and back. We came across the place by chance in a small village called Braughing Herts
194janev . 2019-08-10
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Conveniently situated and with interesting arty decor, Sadly it’s food is not the its main attraction. It was mediocre and didn’t seem freshly cooked. It is of course possible that we chose the poorest on the menu.
Oguh_56 . 2019-08-08
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We booked a table for four for an evening meal to celebrate our Grandson's graduation.
roberthV7199LR . 2019-07-15
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My wife and I went here tonight, we had a lovely time, there is plenty of parking, it's easy to get to, the pub garden is massive with lots of seats and a climbing frame for the kids. The food is lovely with plenty of choice for vegans, vegetarians and meat eaters alike! A lovely, quiet pub, perfect for a couples night, friendly staff and not to expensive.
Luke F . 2019-07-09
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Great place - quaint pub at the front with more modern restaurant at the back. Great food and can cater for special dietary requirements. On site parking and good sized garden at the back for kids.
TommyRamone . 2019-06-23
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Booked the Golden Fleece for a special family lunch. The staff were so friendly and helpful and had given us a private room. The food was fantastic with so much choice even for the little one. I would highly recommend this pub/ restaurant to anyone who is in the are or passing by 5 stars
lisahM8884GV . 2019-06-09
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I ventured out solo to be greeted by a lovely young lady called Harriot... made to feel very welcome.The food was cooked from fresh excellent meal and service. Will definitely visit again highly recommend
Dianne A . 2019-06-03
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Having never been to the Golden Fleece even though its relatively local to us we were really impressed. The food was excellent and the prices very reasonable , service and atmosphere was great. We will be back !
vicki m . 2019-05-30
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Popped in the fleece for a beer quite early as a beer festival in planned for the bank holiday....a lady Denise who has been wined and dined in prestigeos places had ordered the battered asparagus accompanied by a companion sauce . i thought "why not" well believe me Mary Berry would have requested then formula had she been lucky enough to enjoy the treat . waste no time the season like life is short . excellent dish Jess . john
john p . 2019-05-27
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Having visited this restaurant a few times over the last few years it was great to find that the standard was still excellent, and the owners were there to welcome us.
JeanGB . 2019-05-22
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i love this place x everytime i visit i try some thing diff x food is excellent x staff are excellent x even though we didnt get a check back x i dont care everythibg ekse makes up for it x hats off for being brilliant everytime i visit x
debra r . 2019-05-17
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Such a lovely friendly pub perfect for a family or as a couple. Has a lovely big garden with a play area for the children so if the suns out it’s a must. Highly recommended staff are lovely and the food is delicious too.
1IceCreamLady . 2019-05-07
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The food was absolutely fantastic, service was fantastic too and the staff were so friendly and couldn't do enough for us, especially as having a 93 year old mother in a wheelchair and a 2 year old great grandchild for her. Thank you
13shar0n . 2019-03-31
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Just turned up on a busy Sunday lunchtime and without reservation. We sat outside in the glorious sunshine and had a scrumptious lunch and some very good ale. The place never fails to satisfy. #bestlocal
Tralsiboo . 2019-03-24
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I lead a group of walkers and we visit various areas, on a fortnightly basis. We arrive about 10 am to pre-order our lunch returning at approx.1215 for the meal. Some of the walkers can no longer do the full walk, the Landlord kindly opened up early to provide coffee for them.
Fred M . 2019-03-14
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Booked a table on a Thursday evening and chose to eat in the restaurant rather than the bar, which was a bad choice as we were the only ones in the restaurant so not much atmosphere. However, the staff were very friendly and helpful and the food was excellent so we shall certainly go back again, and eat in the bar area! The bar looked very cosy and warm with an open fire, which was lovely.
. 2019-03-08
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My partner took me here recently for dinner to celebrate my birthday.
. 2019-03-03
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I usually pop in at lunch time for soup and a pint ..and a free read of the Times or Telegraphnewspapers, that Peter the Landlord provides free . His ale is El Supremo the young lady behind the bar or ladies operate with a pleasent efficiency that in this world of parking tickets road works you step into a Utopia at the 'fleece you will feel disinclined to leave...a nice Lady i think she is Australian has painted and given PETER a lovely model GOLDEN SHEEP.. i know . if you can spot it you get a free pint ...but this only applies to one day a week. . Oh ps the foods not bad. . John
. 2019-03-03
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Being foodies we needed to take Our son in laws parents out for a great meal. Look no further than the Golden Fleece. Superb service with a smile and wonderful, tasty, quality food and wine. Such a great evening.
. 2019-03-02
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The food here is consistently good and with staff to match. Had a delicious lunch just before Xmas but unfortunately it was spoiled by a rude family being horrid and obnoxious to the chef/owner!
. 2019-01-07
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I can’t eat gluten which normally limits me at pubs, however the menu here is fantastic. Everything is clearly labelled, a large portion of the menu can be made gluten free, and it all tastes great. The service is efficient and very friendly. They also have a great gin menu!
. 2018-12-24
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It has a cosy environment inside and has terrace and garden to the rear.
rediffusion . 2018-12-17
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Very nice staff members and waiters. Lovely Pub overall great for families and friends. Would highly recommend. Delicious food for a good price. Thank You
James H . 2018-12-05
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We went for lunch to mark our wedding anniversary. It was quiet, but the food was superb and obviously freshly prepared. There is a well-chosen wine list, and three real ales on tap. We ate in the bar, but there is a separate dining room. Judging by the posters and leaflets on display, the pub has an enterprising array of activities and theme nights. To the rear there is a beer garden with room for children to play.
jedplan . 2018-11-09
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We had a special family lunch here and so I ordered the fillet steak. The waitress really listened to how I like my steak cooked - pink but not bloody - and I received the most perfectly cooked steak I have ever eaten out. Portions were generous. All food was delicious. Cannot say a bad word about the experience. Will definitely return for another special meal.
d0d014 . 2018-10-27
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We went in for a quick meal en route home to Norfolk. What a surprise--superb Monkfish delicately cooked and well presented. Well done
Paul J . 2018-10-16
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We went to their curry night where we were given a warm welcome in a relaxed atmosphere. I was expecting the usual curry flavours popular with high street curry houses and was very pleasantly surprised to be served freshly made curry to a standard normally reserved to the high end market. The sauces had a fresh and carefully balanced blend of spice and heat. Would definitely go again
James W . 2018-10-14
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Excellent mild curries served with the best pompadoms i.ve ever eaten even in an ethnic indian establishment ..the beer is as always "on song" peter the landlord knows how to keep it.. . Jess ,Mary and the kitchen staff as always produced food of the highest standard...The service is always as good as you find in country pubs ..better than most. Harriette who runs that side of things with a couple of other ladies in very capable ..in fact she could turn a super tanker round on a tanner ! and after all this my friend James paid .Super . one of the quality features of the fleece is they provide newspapers in the rack...much appreciated by the visitors...and locals especially those that can read..John
john p . 2018-10-14
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Great food all round. Family meal to celebrate my son's 12th birthday, all tastes catered for including lots of options for gluten free and dairy free. Friendly service. We will definitely be back, thank you
emerg2018 . 2018-10-12
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Braughing is my home Village, I now live in Canada, a meal at the Golden Fleece is top of the agenda for every return visit.
miket332 . 2018-10-02
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An old style pub with both bar and dining facilities.The menu is interesting with the Golden Fleece "smokey" highly recommended. The sausage sandwich features "Braughing sausages" which are a local favourite. As it is a free house there is a good selection of real ales.
David B . 2018-09-25
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I always give a place a couple of visits, so this was my second and last visit . overly priced average food and drinks, polite but slow service. daughter had a fillet steak with shriveled up over cooked mushrooms and a tiny piece of fillet steak, i had the burger which was also over cooked and served with mayo flooded supermarket coleslaw, Setting is lovely stylish and clean, just a pity the food is so disappointing,
Alanll . 2018-08-02
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The Golden Fleece is my local so a good choice to dine out with 3 girlfriends last week to celebrate a birthday & pre wedding catch up.
Doodlemad . 2018-08-02
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Nice pub and gardens. Friendly helpful staff. Food was lovely but not good value for money. Sat inside because weather was too hot nice and clean.
Jackie B . 2018-07-22
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Have been here twice now and each time received a friendly welcome. The menu is interesting and varied catering for dietary requirements easily and without fuss, such a simple but important benefit for anyone who needs this information. Our food was very good and the service was timely and interested. I was offered, without asking, a dessert to suit my needs that wasn’t on the menu but was absolutely delicious, really appreciated this. I would highly recommend the Golden Fleece for lunch or dinner to mark any occasion or for everyday dining.
Claire J . 2018-07-12
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I'm coeliac and love eating here... The owners really understand allergies and have a gluten free and dairy free menu.
Hayley S . 2018-07-09
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Well there is tapas and tapas. In truth the best tapas is in Spain and Catalunya but in England it is very difficult to find a pub/restaurant who knows what to do. The Golden Fleece produce great English tapas with style. The food is freshly prepared and cooked to order so it tasted great. The selection of beers is good and the wine, although a tad on the expensive side, is excellent. The staff are friendly and knowledgeable and the whole experience is very good indeed.
ChefCliveM . 2018-06-27
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We arrived for our booking, and had to wait about 25 minutes for one person who was delayed for traffic, so we were not in a rush, but....
PhilDoh . 2018-05-20
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I've been here a few times, for business lunches and occasionally in the early evening.
john p . 2018-05-10
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Visited with four others and were given a nice round table in the restaurant. We chose different meals but everyone was happy with their meals and the general ambience of the room
LottieEngland . 2018-05-02
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On the same day we took friends from Wiltshire here for lunch and enjoyed the great beers and excellent Braughing Sausage baps, GF for me. In the evening, we were taken out for dinner with great local friends. The service and food is excellent and the Rock Eel is the best that I have ever eaten. Excellent service and great food and drink.
ChefCliveM . 2018-04-29
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The traditional pub is set in a lovely Hertfordshire village and has two distinct eating areas. One is in the main bar with beams, huge log fire, wooden floors and tables. The other is more in the style of a restaurant with a carpeted floor, pictures for sale on the walls. The staff were very warm and friendly and food and drinks very good.
Valena18 . 2018-04-22
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Went with friends to celebrate a 25th Wedding Anniversary. Thoroughly enjoyed the event but why serve curries with a knife and fork at a stand up buffet. Really?
Chris K . 2018-04-15
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Managed to book a table for today’s Sunday Lunch and was seated promptly offered drinks as we sat down and given both the menus of the standard menu and specials. We all chose our drinks and they were promptly delivered to our table. Our food order was taken and we all chose Sunday roasts chicken and lamb. Drinks, meals and staff excellent. After our meal asked for the desert menu which was also promptly delivered to our table but we all decided not to have a desert. Just wished that they had some traditional deserts like apple pie and custard or jam sponges.
Paul M . 2018-04-08
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We came for Sunday lunch. This books up early in the week - but if you cannot get a reservation, come between 1200 and 1215 and bar tables are available. An unusually varied menu for Sunday, with a special separate vegetarian menu. Very reasonable prices considering all the awards it has achieved. Excellent fish, though my wife's roast was not so great which has knocked off a star. . But highly recommended nevertheless
Hedgehog44 . 2018-04-03
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Really good table, very helpful staff and a great Sunday lunch, ice cream to die for.Reasonable price for a good quality lunch
Malcolm L . 2018-04-02
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Excellent lunch. Crab and prawn starter, and Camembert starters, and lamb rump mains. Really very good. Enjoyed the quality, tasty food and atmosphere of the pub. Service was good. Beer and wine was excellent. Booked on a travelzoo deal. We brought our 2 year old so, which was fine and high chair was available.
Matthew M . 2018-03-24
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ambiance was oldy worldy, love open log fire, freindly staff, great food, service was slow but they were very busy...
kevin1200r . 2018-03-11
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Sweet village pub restaurant with parking. Large cosy fireplace in the bar area. Lovely restaurant space, which is nicely set...
Andrew O . 2018-02-24
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