The Griffin in Mendip

Menu offers a great range of meals, however we found them to be over priced and underwhelming. The burgers are ok, but the loaded dishes were small and not great.

Lovely food but a little pricey at £11 for a burger with no sides. Lots of vegetarian options however and there is a generally nice relaxed atmosphere.

Buzzy pub with decent beer and extensive burger and wings menu (plenty for vegetarians and vegans too). Most of our food was nothing special, unfortunately, and a little expensive for what it is. The Animal burger's patties seemed about Macdonald's level, and the fish and vegan specials were also a little disappointing. Not *bad* - just a bit of a letdown. The spicy korean chicken burger was good though. Service was quite slow, although the place was busy on monthly market day so maybe to be expected.

Better than McCartney's. Good wine. Great loaded fries. Fine atmosphere. Good prices and friendly staff. If you are in Frome, you should go there!

Terrible, absolutely awful. Went for a couple of drinks to celebrate a very important person’s birthday after having an amazing meal at bistro lotte in Frome. We all had a pint and a shot. When we asked for the second short we were told we weren’t being served anymore. We are all in our 50’s, don’t do wild partying but enjoy a drink or two. The barman was too busy thinking we were going to tear up the joint and portrayed us as drunken bums. I am disgusted with the way we were treated. I have never ever experienced this ludicrous behaviour before. We have money! We have a night out without teenagers! And we get refused a drink because we are happy. I am going to tell everyone to avoid this shambles of a pub. How very dare they.

This was probably the best lunch i've ever had! I had the jerk chicken burger, it was so tasty, crunchy and fresh. They really have nailed the food here, Beautiful pub and lovely log fire burning 🔥 Yes, the sparkling wine is measured, so half a glass is expensive, bit of a downside but wouldn't stop me visiting again, I loved it and the food was reasonably priced and portions were generous.

We booked a meal at this pub for four people recently. It was extremely busy when we arrived and the app showed a 45 minute wait for food orders. Only one of us managed to order via the app, she got her drink quickly and food around forty five minutes after we arrived. The other three of us ordered via a waitress and had a very long wait, it was one and a half hours after arriving we were served out food. We all chose different burgers, very average, cocktails were nice though.

I was so shocked that my husband had to pay £8.70 for a medium glass of wine for me that I resented the whole experience and decided not to eat there.

8 o’clock at night. You don’t really think it would be a problem to get service in a over hyped venue. But yes. Lone barmaid asks for help to replied he’s busy on his phone. Overpriced. Over hyped

So good we came back the following week! We booked for my wife’s birthday and went with friends. I think we ordered across the menu and not a bad word said. Poutine made Mrs F very happy, the veggie/vegan offerings suited our non-meat eater. The Korean burgers and chicken fires sorted out the rest of us. The first time we had booked, the staff were really friendly, up for a laugh and great on the order taking. Would’ve used the QR code but for 3G only inside but never mind. Decent beer and wine selection and four very happy diners. So when stuck for a quick bite to eat pre-Cinema on a Friday we popped in on the off chance. Make sure you book! We were found a table and slotted in. Again the food was excellent and staff great. Definitely worth a booking and the cost is still on a par with other places for food and drink I reckon. Great work and we’ll definitely be back. A really good friendly atmosphere on a busy Friday.

Visited here on Saturday evening as party of 11 for a friends birthday. Arrived to be told there was no booking for us? After going back through emails we proved we had booked this table 1 month prior yet it hadn’t been booked in. After some shuffling they sorted us a table. Table was booked for 8pm. Was told to use the QR code to order, but only 3G signal and no wi-fi meant this was impossible so had to wait for table service. The young girl was very efficient taking our orders. Food arrived around 9pm, everything was good and as expected. Plates cleared away and we asked to order desserts to which we were told the kitchen closed at 9pm so this wouldn’t be possible, slightly unfair considering our mains never arrived until 9pm. At 9.50 we were asked to leave our reserved table as the staff needed to clean it down. So we paid up and left, thus cutting short our evening out with friends. Yes the food is good, but the service needs some serious work!

No Offence not nice food ............................no nice coffee beans I have been over to the pub across the road they dont only seller better food. Its also also cheaper

Food outstanding, as always. Absolutely no issues. IPA beers cellared far too cold at lager temperatures & all that can be tasted is an ice cold fluid with the taste and flavour totally numbed. IPA beers priced at absolutely ludicrous levels. £6.90 for Heineken brewed Beavertown is being a tad optimistic. In summary, food excellent, IPA beers need minor tweaks & pricing realignment to deliver the full package.

Love the staff in here. Always friendly and good for a cheeky giggle or a long legged drink!!! Food is fantastic too . Well done guys and girls

Fantastic food and a great atmosphere. Loads of seating in and out, exactly what’s needed in Frome. Oh and good desserts too!

Lovely atmosphere, friendly staff, good selection of beers, log burner, fantastic veggie/vegan burgers. Nothing to fault

What a disappointment! I ordered the comeback chicken burger, that looked nothing like the pic. In the menu picture it looks huge, in reality was a (well seasoned) single chicken thigh burger. Plus, my group of mates had to wait 50 minutes for the privilege. Guys, I know prices have gone crazy as of late, but if a customer is paying £13 for just a burger, please make it bigger. Mine was pretty much mostly bread lol. I was expecting to be stuffed for my 1hr drive home, but I had to stop for something else to eat ☹️.

The food here was very nice. The whole downstairs was fully booked. The downstairs was a typical pub. The stairs were very steep to the upstairs and the decor was nice but a little dark. The ladys upstairs (staff) were really friendly they helped us choose our food. The food was very yummy! I had the buffalo chicken burger the top bun was burned and black on one side. My husband had the animal burger we shared a Korean dirty fries. (No reflection on the pub here but our meal was ruined by 2 very rude and naughty children. Never whitnesed children act the way they did 😲😲)

Amazing! We are staying in the area and stumbled upon The Griffin and so glad we did. Family friendly, dog friendly, vegan friendly. The vegan Christmas burger was incredible (as was all the other food we ate). Staff very friendly. Delicious meal and beers and we will definitely return when we are in the area again!

We ate here last night. Local ciders and the most amazing burgers and dirty fries, great place and really friendly staff, world definitely recommend and will return on next two to the area, x

I stayed in Frome on a business trip. Was intrigued by this local pub that does gourmet burgers. Was not disappointed. Lovely vibe, great selection of beer and the food was delicious

Pleasantly surprised at the veggie vegan choice so much to choose from. Excellent service bar staff very friendly a terrific atmosphere. Just a wee bit pricey for what you get but very nicely cooked

Amazing food. Great beers. Korean chicken burger is the best chicken burger I have ever tried. My holiday isn’t over yet and I will be returning.

Worth seeking out this place sells great beers and ciders and also does a roaring trade with their food menu. If you like special burgers or chicken wings this will be the place for you. We didn't try the food but it looked good and...

What a little gem this place is. Recommended by a fellow buger/wing lover and didn't disappoint. The Christmas special burger was so succulent and tasty but the PBK was a real treat for the taste buds! This is a small local pub but felt very...

Found this place randomly after I was craving a decent burger. Being in somerset you don't often get a chef who's willing to be creative with flavours. But here omg this chef knows what there doing! Everything is so perfectly balanced. We are massive chicken...

Omg what a fab little place! Quirky and dark with the best childhood games that made me almost cry in remembrance! But we know ppl only come for the burgers and wow!! My son had the biscoff one and said was amazing The frickles are...

I can’t say anything bad about this place in truth. The staff are lovely; Georgii behind the bar will always look after you with a smile, and my god can the kitchen work some magic. I’ve been numerous times and the food is simply perfection....

Absolutely delicious. Great friendly service Good atmosphere Would wholeheartedly recommend Go there you will not be disalpointed

Food was okay, limited menu (could be due to covid). When we arrived we wasn't greeted so had to ask someone where our table was that we had ordered. When outside the table we had was next to a flying ants nest which were flying...

Compliments to the chef for this one.... Second time visiting this place.... First time sat inside for the meal... Incredible.. The staff very friendly and welcoming... STOP! The food.... Cheese gravy chips.... POUTINE PEOPLE... I have never seen it done before in this area of...

Great little pub We walked in(after booking) worried it would be one of “those” pubs (where everyone local turns to stare) it wasn’t. It was a friendly little off the beaten track pub. Great COVID-19 set up and all online ordering of food and drinks...

Cosy pub with a great selection of beers and good cider available too. We have eaten here a number of times and are always very impressed. The poutine is very authentic - reminds me of being a student in Quebec!

This the first time I have been in the Griffin for 30 years, it’s cleaner nicer and a lot more welcoming. French dip burger, Griffin, Korean chicken burgers were awesome the slow cooked beef brisket roast was also delicious. It may a small pub but...

a great pub/restaurant i have been using for years, amazing food with veggie /vegan options to suit all, superb quality locally sourced meat and veg, and a beer selection unequalled in the south west. would be my only ever 5 star review only let down...

Ordered seitan wings on a quiet Wednesday night, 35/40 minute wait, only to be served chicken! No apology, just being told to wait 15 more minutes for my food. Inexcusable. I asked for my money back and left. Zero apologies for serving chicken to a...

Been hear plenty of times since moving round the corner a few months back. Lush pub, cosy with open fire, loads of craft beers and some propper ales to boot. Very family friendly but good place to see in a few beers on a Friday...

What a great find friendly ambience warm cosy main bar very helpful bar staff, very tasty food generous portions well presented would highly recommend and will be back to explore the menu - GREAT FIND

We went as a family of five and had an excellent experience.They went out of their way to make my sister who has learning disabilities feel relaxed and special. Excellent food and big portions. Would definitely recommend.

Whilst on holiday we called here for the quiz. We had a great night and the locals were really friendly. We didn’t try the food but it looked okay. We came last in the quiz though!

We had a fantastic meal of poutine, burgers and steak, The staff were super friendly and the food was very good. There were babies and children and everyone was relaxed and enjoying their Sunday evening. Definitely recommend for a chilled out pub meal.

I went there for a light sunday lunch. There was a lovely atmosphere and the staff were friendly and really helpful.There was a good range of food and it was eccellent quality & taste.I was driving so didnt try thrm but The Griffen has a wide selection of beers.I was just visiting Frome but will go back to the Griffen next I'm here.

This is what I call an authentic pub with so much to offer. Not flashy and outside you may never suspect you are passing a superb pub and eating house but don't be fooled...GO IN! Relatives were staying at a house almost opposite the Griffin and we visited them. We sat in the garden and the youngsters in our party were immediately drawn to the slide and climbing wall. We ordered hamburger and chips for all and they even had gluten-free bread rolls. Wonderful choice of ales, ciders etc. Very tasty food and great service. We were thrilled to discover this excellent pub/restaurant which surely is one of the very best in Frome.

This is a must visit pub if you like craft beer as they serve a number of good quality ales made by the Milk Street brewery, which used to be brewed behind the pub, now moved to bigger premises due to demand.

I thought the Thai night and the food was sensational. Delicious authentic Thai food and lots of it at a great price, ignore the other review, I was there when they were moaning and they weren’t old enough to know they were born let alone appreciate good food!

Visited the restaurant for the Thai “tasting menu”, couldn’t of been more disappointed!!

I had a burger on Thursday that was very good. Good beers and Gins. The atmosphere is very good and strangers will soon be chatting with locals. Quiz night on Mondays can be very busy. The beer garden out the back is pleasant, many locals sit outside even in the harshest of weather conditions, great when the heaters are not broken. Some outside tables are wobbly lightweight ones. Not a restaurant just a pub that does good pub food which is a cut above others in the town.

This is a great little pub hidden away in the back streets of Frome .