The Holcombe Inn Restaurant in Mendip

Excellent food…..so tasty and beautifully presented. Lovely ambience and decor. Would highly recommend The Holcombe if you want quality food and a truly lovely food experience. Thank you.

Probably the best pub/restaurant I've been to in England. Every course a sensation when so often there's always one that disappoints. And that included sharing starters and desserts and loving every one. Will definitely come again and recommend to anyone in the area. And fresh, sophisticated and luscious - and amazing how much came from their own garden. And all so relaxed - and surprisingly reasonable.

A beautiful stay. Everything here has been thought through thoroughly. Small details that made our stay unique, relaxed and indulgent we left feeling well looked after. We stayed in the peaceful lodge which was well heated and very cozy. The owners are fantastic and have clearly put their heart and souls into the food, quality and ambiance of the restaurant/bar and exceptional eye for detail and high standards.

Just back from a fabulous stay in the Barlake lodge at the Holcombe. The food was incredible, they certainly deserve their AA best breakfast award and a great location for lovely long walks. We had a wonderful meal in the restaurant on Saturday night too where Alan and Caroline were super helpful with dairy free requirements, the duck was outstanding. All the staff were very welcoming and helpful, we can’t wait to return soon.

We stayed at this incredible place this weekend, and honestly, it was one of the most memorable experiences I’ve had. The room was stunning, I soaked in the freestanding bath complete with views of the cows grazing on the hills outside. We got some welcome cookies; whatever they were, they were amazing and must’ve been freshly made on site. Even the small things like the shower products and tea and coffee in the room were really good. The highlight of our stay was the fact we ate the best breakfast we’ve ever had (genuinely). The majority of the produce is grown on the property, you can literally see it through the windows as you’re eating it, and the flavour in every bite was insanely good - their home made granola starter, fresh croissants with home made jam 😩 it’s sooo good, lol. It wasn’t until we handed our key in that we noticed the ‘AA Best Breakfast in England’ award, and honestly, it made total sense after what we’d just eaten! The entire stay felt more like a retreat than just a typical hotel or B&B. It fed the soul in a way few places can, it’s a special place and I can’t recommend it enough. We’ll be back for our 1st anniversary next year without a doubt, but I’m hoping to be back before then, even if just for brekkie 😂

Absolutely lovely place to stay. Beautiful rooms with tasteful decor, very comfortable beds and generally lovely, very well kept facilities. Very helpful, warm welcome. Dinner and breakfast were great. Would highly recommend and will certainly visit again soon.

We absolutely loved our stay at the Holcombe. The rooms are superb - calming tones and luxurious treats. The food was second to none, adventurous and delicious. The service was spot on. We will definitely return in winter when the fire is going. Thank you for a lovely stay

Came for dinner only. Very delicious but portions on the smaller side. More of a purist dinner rather than a hungry traveller tavern. Excellent no-nonsense service.

We shared a wonderful Sunday lunch here with family. Service excellent. Very friendly staff. Accommodating our little group which included my 9 yr old grandson who has a very adventurous taste when it comes to food choices! Sustainably sourced food from their own kitchen garden.

Caroline and Alan were the most wonderful hosts. From the moment we arrived they were attentive to our every need. We stayed for 2 nights and can honestly say it was one of the most relaxing trips we have ever had. The roost was a separate room from the main building, overlooking the garden and rolling hillside. It was perfect. The food is as good as any Michelin star restaurant could serve. I don't say that lightly. It's the little touches that make the Holcombe stand out. Beautiful location, exceptional food and wonderful hosts. What more could you wish for?

If I may, I would like to express my utmost appreciation and give a 5-star rating for our recent stay at your beautiful property. My wife and I had the pleasure of attending a wedding nearby and decided to stay at your establishment. From the moment we arrived, we were warmly welcomed and felt right at home. The property was exceptionally well-maintained and in immaculate condition. Upon our arrival, we were delighted to find homemade cookies and a coffee and tea set in our room. The food at the restaurant was truly remarkable and comparable to the finest restaurants in London. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and will undoubtedly return in the future. Thank you for providing such an exceptional experience.

We only went for a meal and the food was fantastic - nicely cooked and presented. It was eerily quiet when we went though which was not a problem for us but seemed strange so I'm not sure where the locals were hiding, as we were only passing through the area. Edit: I have been asked why I only gave 4 stars when I said the food was fantastic. The rating I gave reflected the whole experience. I was trying to be positive about the absence of other customers. It wasn't what I was expecting walking into a pub/restaurant. It wasn't a problem per se but I would have expected a busier place to create more atmosphere and therefore enhanced the experience for me and so I gave 4 stars which is still a very good rating.

Cannot recommend this place enough! The Cider & views are beautiful, but the food… is out of this world. The Chef is so friendly, he came out to us for a chat and talked to us about his food and wanted our honest opinions. 4 of us ate here for my 30th birthday, including my incredibly fussy mum. Trust me if she can go out for a 3 course meal and have not one complaint, this place performed a miracle!! Not one of us could find any fault and all of the food not only tasted amazing, but was presented beautifully as well as being filling- usually you get one or the other!! On top of that they had a beautiful brandy which I also highly recommend. I would walk back here for another meal out! Thank you so much for a lovely dining experience and an evening we haven’t stopped talking about since.

Nice and clean place. We only visited restaurant.

This is a very nice and elegant restaurant. The seating is well spaced out, service is gentle, polite and efficient. The menu is tasteful, dishes well presented and delicious. It's a place one can go even for a special occasion.

My girlfriend and I found this quant, charming gem on the AA guide and thought we would make a stop as it has two rosettes. We can’t recommend this place enough - from the fresh produce that the owners grow in their garden, to the friendly hospitality and homely atmosphere - this has to be one of the best meals and stays we have had this year! Get them on the Michelin Guide guys! Thank you so much for a great time.

Lovely tranquil room with super views. Excellent food and super helpful and friendly staff. Exceeded expectations in all respects.

Lovely tranquil room with super views. Excellent food and super helpful and friendly staff. Exceeded expectations in all respects.

What a wonderful gem in the Somerset countryside. The Holcombe is beautifully located, perfectly decorated in idyllic grounds. Alan and Caroline are generous and professional hosts- warm and friendly with efficient supporting staff. The food was home made, home grown and locally sourced. The attention to detail was unparalleled. We would wholeheartedly recommend and will definitely return.

Popped in for a lunch, had been before. Dog welcoming, excellent service and lovely decor and ambience. Wonderful menu with locally sourced ingredients many from their own garden. The food was excellent, beautifully cooked and presented, good choice of reasonably priced wines and hand pulled draught beer. What's not to like? Not the easiest to find being as it is in the countryside but more than worth the effort. Definitely recommended and we'll be back!

As a gardener we all understand why we love to grow our own vegetables. I highly recommend that you go out of your way to visit The Holcombe. They grow their own vegetables and source local produce to create the most amazing dishes. It is not only the wonderful and imaginative presentation but the aromas that you are welcomed with before tucking into the most tasteful food. This is a celebration of why we grow veg and all the heartache and happiness through failures and success. Great food, lovely surroundings and welcoming hosts. I do not apologise for not posting pictures of the food because it would spoil the whole experience.

We live near LA California and we are serious foodies. We travel long distances for food experiences. This restaurant was referred to us by a dear friend who lives nearby that we were taking to dinner. We really had no Idea what to expect so we had no expectations. The owners, Alan and Caroline charmed us from the moment we arrived, Alan the chef personally came out to greet us with our drinks and his lovely wife did everything to make sure we were well taken care of. They made us feel as though we were guests in their home. Now for the food. Wow! Everything was delicious but I’m going to skip right to the dessert here and then I’ll go back. it’s been over a week and I still remember the explosion of happiness on my palate!!! It was a blackberry soufflé. Alan talked to me into it because it is one of his specialties. I generally don’t prefer soufflé. But Alan was so excited. I decided to try it. Homemade blackberry ice cream and the sauce was so amazing I poured it over my last morsels of bread as to not waste any. (I believe their bread is also homemade?) Now for the food: The appetizers and our dinners were absolutely amazing! I will include photos. This man is a master of sauces, so delicate but so much flavor. Our friend is lactose intolerant and Alan modified her dish beautifully. Although I must say the cream sauce on the pork was so fabulous I can’t imagine not experiencing it. Thank you we will definitely be back next time we visit Bath and Nunny!

I've been 3 times now, and each time has been absolutely superb, it really is a hidden gem in Somerset. Each time I've had the mid week menu, and the food has been exceptional, incredible service, attentive, warm and welcoming, highly recommend!

Absolutely outstanding! We saw this place mentioned on a couple of different forums for the roast dinner so had to try it. The location and venue is lovely, you get friendly, attentive service, and the food was amazing and great value. The roast is in our top three of roasts out- normally there are at least 2 items on the plate that I don’t enjoy; so many places can’t get the Yorkies or the Roasties right but it was all delicious, great flavours and quality ingredients. The cauliflower cheese was sooo good, but to be honest so were all the other veggies, and there were plenty of them. Really good cut of meat. And for once I didn’t have to ask for extra gravy, I had a jug to myself and it was incredible, loved the addition of rosemary. Homemade horseradish was top notch. Really enjoyed the menu format, 2 or three dishes for a set price and lots of choice and no supplements. We were greeted in the car park by Pepper the cat who was also there to say goodbye which made my day! Have already booked in for our next meal! Thanks to everyone who looked after us today.

Came here for lunch and it was absolutely lovely! Everything was great and the servers were so lovely. Definitely recommend if visiting this area.

Fantastic place to stay. Rooms beautifully finished, food superb and team really friendly. Could not ask for a better place to stay.

Amazing food and wonderful hosts, thank you!

If you are ever in Somerset or looking for a getaway retreat with not only a comfy, cosy room, amazing views with peace and quiet and to top it off with fantastic food, be sure to book The Holcombe. We stayed in Room 8. Cosy, with a mix of rustic and modern. Views are sensational. It is snug before the main village, so it is nicely isolated for that great escape feel. Dinner: Mussels Cured beef Steak Chicken and leek pie Hake All the above were well presented, tasty and perfect. Breakfast FULL breakfast Yogurt, muesli and home grown berries and fruit. Salmon and scrambled egg Again all above amazing Service Wonderful, professional and makes for the special touch Thank you to owners Alan and Caroline for a wonderful stay 🤙🏼

What an amazing lunch!!! As always it didn’t disappoint!!! Food you simply can’t cook at home ! Eat with your eyes and accommodated a vegetarian request that was amazing! Thank you

The food was amazing and great value. Best I have had for a long time, including at Michelin starred restaurants. Atmosphere nice too. We sat for ages just enjoying some wine and no one hurried us a long.

My husband booked as a surprise for my birthday. Stunning location, much needed relaxed atmosphere, lovely gentlemen who checked us in; absolutely exquisite cuisine served with delicious wine, the chef was outstanding, nothing was too much trouble, he was full of passion and enthusiasm, made me a wonderful birthday cake. Breakfast was absolutely amazing, table looked beautiful. Blessed to have stayed and eaten in some outstanding places but, Holcombe Inn is a hidden gem. Definitely be visiting again, thank you all very much, Bella our lab loved it too 👌🥰

I’m slightly ashamed I only took a photo of the dessert! The hotel is small, but completely perfect. The welcome is charming and unforgettable. The food and service…..oh my gosh, the food, just how are they not in a Michelin guide, it makes no sense. We genuinely can’t wait to come back.

went here on valentine’s night and the food was amazing. especially the sea food sharing part. me and my partner loved it

Just what we needed as a small comfortable one night break for a wedding anniversary. The room was comfortable, warm and cosy with good quality bed linen and a range of bath products. Dinner was outstanding. Perfectly cooked and perfectly sized portions and cooked by a chef with flair and care for his craft. Breakfast was aslo superb and perfect before a walk to Downside Abbey

Really lovely Christmas lunch today. Food absolutely superb and such a great ambience. The ground floor had a wonderful smell of Christmas as we entered and staff so friendly. It’s worth the trip out from Bath. Highly recommend. Home grown veg where they can. Presentation of food excellent. I wish l was staying over Christmas!

This restaurant is ideal for that special meal; the chef is excellent and very accommodating, cooking to order for us as we are vegans. I can honestly say that his dishes are the best vegan meals I have ever tasted

For food and ambience this is a 5 star place. But it is just embarrassing when you ask for the music to turn down. It is incomprehensible to me that such a simple request is so difficult and treated with such disdain.

Just perfection! The food was absolutely beautiful. All the produce was home grown and you can really taste how fresh it was. We were absolutely delighted with the restaurant. The staff were extremely polite and attentive and accommodating to our requirements. The atmosphere was lovely and the restaurant and loos beautifully decorated. Would highly recommend this restaurant to anyone wanting to visit.

My sister and I visited The Holcombe Inn for dinner last week, a restaurant we have been to regularly over the years due to the high standard of food there. Due to new ownership the food has now gone to another level which I can only describe as excellent. After we sat down at our table we were given complimentary hors d'oeuvres of hummus made with lemon and dill which was very appetising. For starters my sister had garden beetroot with goats curd and I had the ham hock and garden apple terrine, both of which were faultless. For main courses my sister had the fish of the day (Mullet) and I had the pork tenderloin. Both meals were beautifully presented and cooked to perfection. This really is food at it's best.

First time that we have visited for a while due to a very pretentious previous owner We had a great Sunday lunch with service to match We’ll be back Thank you

The nicest meal I have had in a long time. The setting, service and most importantly the food was amazing. I can’t rate this restaurant enough. The food was so tasty and the presentation, beautiful. They have a great chef, who we spoke with. He provides for all dietary requirements and there were some amazing vegetarian and vegan choices. As we left he was off to water the kitchen garden located at the back of the restaurant. Thank you we shall return.

We had the loveliest time here. We stayed for two nights having booked a trip to Longleat not too far away and dined in the restaurant on both nights. We loved the fact the menu changed each night as we felt we had plenty of choice on both nights, and we were able to try a nice range of dishes over the 2 nights. We really enjoyed the starters of mozzarella with mizuna & wild garlic pesto and leek & blue vinney brûlée but I have to say I’m glad we had those on our first night as the second night we experienced the beef cheek tortellini with Asian broth and I’m not sure I would have been strong enough to not have it again the second night!!! It was absolutely delicious - so good that we only ordered it for one of us and had to order another because sharing was not an option!! Canapés were brought out, all produce from the garden or homemade, and this made for a great nibble with our first drink. Mains of duck, steak and the special of chicken with tikka sauce were also all exceptionally good. We loved the tour of the kitchen garden and can completely see why our food actually smelled of real food, as well as tasted so good - it’s all so fresh and local. The wine list is also excellent and we particularly enjoyed the red wines by the bottle on the second page of the menu, can highly recommend the Malbec and the Barolo. All in all, Caroline and Alan are building something really special here and are clearly passionate about quality local produce and sustainability. It’s paying off with an incredible food experience and a really memorable time for guests. Thank you so much!

This really was an outstanding experience from start to finish! The staff were excellent, attentive and efficient without being overbearing. As for the food? This was the best meal my wife and myself have had for many years! The starters were ‘original’ and mouth-wateringly tasty. We chose mains from the ‘specials’ and they were equally excellent too. Choosing a desert as well was a no brainer by this point and, once again, this was excellent as well! I really cannot praise this eating experience enough - my wife and I often comment that nowhere manages to get it all right but the Holcombe did!! We will, most definitely, be returning and recommending it to everyone!

What an absolute gem of a place. We stayed at their wonderful lodge (apparently getting a makeover soon but regardless was fab). Very dog friendly (even a sausage offered for the pooch at breakfast!) and extremely welcoming. Breakfast (3x) and dinner (2x) all first class. Alan and Caroline (and John) make a great team. Wonderful views across to the old Downside Abbey together with some great walks from the front door make for an excellent location too. Only 30mins south of Bath so ideal to avoid the throngs of tourists. Highly recommended!

Nice place and nice food but where are the smiles. In my mind this was always really welcoming but. When I asked for a menu the lady continued to look at the monitor. No smile just made feel I should not have asked.

Excellent food but, expensive! We really enjoy eating out and love trying new venues. The venue is lovely, beautifully decorated and the presentation of the food, superb. The owners were friendly and gave good service (we were the only occupied table but that didn’t spoil...

We really enjoyed our Sunday lunch today. The beef was cooked to perfection, pink and very tender. Followed by a delicious blackcurrant souffles. The restaurant is full of character and very tastefully decorated and there was a great ambiance. The staff were welcoming and efficient....

The hotel and restaurant both present a homely country inn charm which embodies an ethos of fresh, locally sourced ingredients and sustainability. The chef is probably the most personally invested I have met with a passion that is inspiring. The dishes would not be out...

What a fabulous meal we have had for Christmas Day. Absolutely delicious 3 course menu and brilliant service. Incredibly tasty with every mouth full. I had Cold water prawns, handpicked Cornish crab, potato rosti and miso dressing; followed by Beef Wellington, celeriac puree red wine...

Ladies dinner as it was our birthday, very comfortable for a group of professional women to visit and relax. The food was absolutely delicious and faultless- we usually go to Bruton for Michelin restaurants- found this place was exceptional and I’m sure will be on...

What an amazing find. We turned up for Sunday lunch and I have to say it’s one of the best I have had. The Beef was so tender and the cauliflower cheese superb. The staff very attentive and we will be going back.

Locally grown on the premises- simply exquisite - I would have thought that Michelin would be all over this. Every flavour is carefully crafted, just a little different but so right, so superb. My wife had cured trout - with such a delicious jus. I...

Tranquil location. Uncomplicated and unpretentious. Calm ambience. Great team who make you feel very much at home. Excellent value for money. Food was well-presented and reasonable portions. Definitely worthy of the accolades from the industry and customers alike.

Stayed for 1 night with my wife. Only regret is not staying for longer. Very clean well appointed room with lovely toiletries. Super luxurious bath tub too. The piece de resistance is the food though. Smoked duck breast with grilled peaches for starters then mackerel...

Wonderful, delicious food with a great ethos (as my boyfriend keeps saying it was 'Fork ( productive garden) to Fork' (plate), we are in Somerset for a week's holiday and have eaten very well but The Holcombe was heads and shoulders above all of the...

We stayed for one night at this wonderful boutique country Hotel/Restaurant in Somerset on a visit to Bath and Glastonbury. Our room was very comfortable and beautifully furnished, but the main experience for us was the incredible food we had. We had no idea when...

We visited The Holcombe whilst staying nearby in an Airbnb. The place has been recently redecorated and looks and feels good. The food and service were of a high standard and the chef took time out to explain how he had made one the dishes....

The quality of the food was below my expectations for the price. My gin and tonic was served with cucumber without checking if I wanted it, when I sent it back because I don’t like cucumber, no replacement was offered unless I paid for it...

This is the jewel in the Crown excellent setting very very good vibe from staff( they enjoyed working)food was excellent and chefs own grown veg brilliant. Can't believe how good it is. THANK YOU

Wonderful meal at The Holcombe during a recent family holiday in the area. Excellent food and service with a lovely friendly atmosphere. Well worth a visit and we’ll definitely be back.

Wonderful to have more choices for a Sunday lunch than the normal roast and veg. After a glass of prosecco to cleanse the palate we were treated to the most wonderful partridge, apple, pear and pickled walnut starter, followed by perfect goose breast for me,...

I would highly recommend this restaurant. It has a warm friendly atmosphere and very comfortable seating. The menu itself is varied and interesting with many options. I am lactose intolerant and they were more than happy to cater for me and assist with my selections....

Well a very warm welcome from the owner and drink at the bar. We then went to our table. Then menu looked varied and we went for the seafood terrain and roast meal. The fish terrain was so delicately flavoured and light, just delicious. The...

When flavours compliment each other with top quality ingredients this is the place to come. Top Chefs use their imagination well. Fabulous Culinary choice..

We hadn’t realised there had been a change of ownership, but you could tell something was different, it didn’t have such a warm and relaxed feel and the prices have certainly hiked up, no starters for under £10 which is a little excessive for a...

Absolutely gorgeous lunch, could not fault. Service fantastic aswell. Outside views beautiful. Will be back

Our 3rd stay for our anniversary weekend but our first stay since the new owner ship, the food is beautiful but the prices are now pretty mad, and the menu is much more limited. the staff are still lovely but we were the only people...

Had a wonderful birthday surprise to stay at an ideal romantic getaway. The host & service brilliant the service of food was excellently presented & not to mention our short walk to the historical St Andrew's old Church to discover it was used during the...

The attention to detail and presentation of the food was absolutely fantastic. The team are growing their own fruit and veg and using local produce where possible, making the food extra delicious and fresh. The elderflower gin was superb!

Many thanks to the team at The Holcombe Inn for the perfect Sunday lunch. Truly delicious Skate Wing, Roast lamb and Roast Beef with ALL the trimmings, followed by divine puddings: Hazelnut Parfait, Cherry soufflé, garden Berry sorbet and Chocolate Torte. Quick and very attentive...

We were looking forward to this meal as it was my Birthday. while we waited for a starter we were given a cold soup with home made bread which was hard and chewy. The starter came which we enjoyed. The main meal came and I...

Sat in the lovely garden for pre dinner drinks, the surroundings are fantastic very mellow on a nice summer's evening. The staff are very attentive and tend to you when required, the food is extremely good. The starter was just to die for, the ribeye...

Delicious birthday meal for two, very warm welcome from all staff, three course dinner with all courses meeting expectations, chef Alan spoke to us about allergies, likes and dislikes, presented us with some tasting courses, which were lovely, freshly grown vegetables from the garden’s polytonal...

Excellent and recently refurbished Inn with a restaurant that produced outstanding dishes, an absolute joy. The owners are clearly dedicated to excellence. We stayed for only one night on our way down to Cornwall. Tried to book again on our way back but, alas, no...

The new owners have been busy upgrading the pub over the lock down period and it shows. Our bedroom was lovely bright and comfortable but the most significant change has been in the kitchen. Our dinner was superb and breakfast exceptional and all very well presented. The staff were very friendly and attentive. Lovely pub in a beautiful location. Well done team Holcombe Inn, we will be back!

This chic little pub / restaurant served up excellent meals made for my husband and I with home grown herbs and veg. We loved the home made bread with cumin hummus, the stunning raspberry cured salmon, chargrilled broccoli with a delicious light curry cream. Then lamb cooked beautifully. We stayed in a dog friendly room that was small and cosy but nicely appointed with lovely field views and it’s own parking bay. Allan and Caroline the owners who are respectively Chef and front of house have invested their heart and soul into making this a really gorgeous treat, friendly and atmospheric and sensibly affordable too. Lovely local walks for the dog. We look forward to returning soon!

Had a wonderful time here, I had the roast chicken, my partner had the roast beef, and my mum had the vegetarian option which was apparently really nice as well.Great setting with fantastic views and food and drink.Would recommend for a nice get together or celebration as well.

Superb food, cooked to a high standard with local and home grown produce where possible. The service is extremely good.

I visited the Holcombe Inn restaurant last week and the food was amazing. The menu had something for everyone and the Covid restrictions were set up brilliantly. Both Alan and Caroline were extremely friendly, hospitable and made our visit more enjoyable, along with the rest of the team. I cannot agree with the comments on the previous review as I disagree with these but I also think it’s horrid to rate somewhere 1 star when you haven’t even visited especially when the hospitality business is trying to rebuild, very shameful!

As it was a lovely day we decided to drive past to see if the pub was open, we found that unfortunately it wasn’t but needed to stop outside to check the map to continue our journey. Caroline the owner, peeking out of her garden gate then walks down and says “can I help? This is private property?” I explain I thought the place was a “public house” and she says, “its not its private property and it’s closed” so I explain obviously I can see that but we just need to check the map which obviously we cannot do on a single carriageway country lane.Having grown up in the area, its interesting if you research a little you find that her and her husband have worked “in London for the last 25 years”. Having been born in London but growing up in the locality its really embarrassing when other Londoners move here, add to the gentrification of a previous friendly area and are then also rude.Really bizarre behaviour.

This is the best of the best, we had a truly wonderful meal. Everything was cooked to perfection and the combination of flavours and a beautiful presentation makes this a gem of a restaurant. Our starters were so delicious that we both thought that the main course couldn’t trump this, but my chicken and my husband’s lamb was one of the best dishes we have had . We will definitely be regulars to this lovely restaurant.

Our first night out since lockdown started in March 2020, we had a wonderful meal. The menu doesn't oversell and what arrived was really impressive. The faggot special starter was probably the highlight for me but the crispy lamb with lentils and black garlic was excellent. We thoroughly enjoyed ourselves and the staff were welcoming and friendly. Our starters came out a bit too quickly and they easily accommodated a little more time before our mains when we asked. We will be coming back for sure.

Beautiful flavour combinations, expertly and perfectly cooked using home grown produce and presenting exciting meat, vegetarian and vegan options. Genuinely one of the best meals we have had in a long long time.

We were visiting family in Poulton but needed bed and breakfast. You cannot help feeling sorry for Caroline who took over in November but what a success she has already made adapting to curcumstances of Covid. Its an ideal Country retreat, good food, nice wines, great walks. Do go for a weekend break. We will certainly be back.Colin and Sue

We visited in early September. This was the first dinner we had eaten inside a restaurant since March. Food was delicious - even if a little on the pricey side. We felt we deserved a celebration! The staff were adhering to all the guidelines and were very friendly and helpful. A good evening out and will return.

We arrived to stay on a Sunday so had to order at 5.45pm. Service was super quick and the food was excellent. The Sirloin roast was pink and tender, the roasties and Yorkshire pudding crisp and the green vegetables al dente. We shared two puddings and the strawberry souffle was exceptional.

Fabulous food, you could travel miles to get a better meal.Worthy of more than 2 Rosettes, standout food when we were there were the Crab and Scallop Lasagne, the Beetroot Risotto, the Faggots and the Duck!Obviously there is a chef with real skill in the kitchen and the staff are very friendly and helpful.A great dinning experience!

Over the last 5 or so years visiting Poulton, this has been our restaurant of choice. It changed hands in November, just before Covid-19 and we returned tonight to see what the new owners had achieved, wow it was already a great restaurant but it has got better. Service under covid was slick, plenty of space and a large temporary building outside. Drinks arrived and then the starters scallop and crab lasagna simply brilliant and the falafel with beetroot, a delight. Rack of Lamb perfection, beautifully tender and pink. The duck so tasty. Not much room left but had to try the taste tartin, quite extraordinary, pastry crisp with apple soft and gluey. We cannot wait to come back for more of simply deliciously good food cooked with skill and love.

I ate here with my family tonight and couldn't have been more thrilled with the whole experience from start to finish. The staff were warm and friendly and couldn't have been more accomodating. The ambience was perfect and quite frankly we didnt want to leave. The food was divine, between us we had a selection of meals from a traditional steak and chips dish to an asian inspired duck dish and all were perfect and unique in their own special way. I cant recommend the holcombe inn highly enough and cant wait to come back here again. No wonder my parents come here on a weekly basis. Thank you holcombe inn!

Absolutely appalled at the quality of both staff and food. Myself and my partner and our children have been going up the Holcombe inn for about 12-13 years. We had an excellent rapour with Julie and her family. However unfortunately last year they left and ventured on to another chapter in they’re life. Well on Sunday 9th August 2020, myself, my partner and our two children thought we’d have a little treat and it used to be one of our favourite places. After Sunday’s dreadful experience we shall never return. So to get to the point, we were a bit confused to find the beef and pork where served with the same gravy. We asked members of staff and they confirmed it was the only gravy they do. We proceeded to cover my sons roast dinner in said gravy. He had one bite and cried because the gravy was very strong. I tried it and it did have an intense acquired taste. My son also never received his roast potatoes either until we realised and we asked a member of staff to get him some. The place was chaotic and the staff were not attentive at all. Apart from kelly. She was the only one in there that treated us with any respect. I asked for a drinks menu only to find someone else had used it before me. She gave me a dirty drinks menu. So I crossed out the previous order but kept biting my tongue. Then my daughter who is pastas biggest fan didn’t like the pasta dish. She said the flavours were very rich and roasted. She screwed her nose up and refused to eat it. so my children ate my fries. They were starving. No alternative was offered which i thought was poor on their behalf and that is why I told kelly I would not be paying for the children’s meals. Kelly then went and spoke to Caroline (New Owner). Caroline proceeds to approach my table in a very stern and intimidating approach. She asked me if we had a problem with the food ? To which I replied. Yes neither of my kids liked your food. Which is food they would both normally eat. She continued to look down her nose at me trying to intimidate me and she goes oh you know we have 2 rosettes. To which I replied did you earn those 2 rosettes? As I know full well they bought that pub a long time after it had been rewarded. Caroline said no my chefs earned it. That was also a lie as the chef that earned the rosettes isn’t even there either. She then proceed to say maybe this establishment isn’t for you. I have never felt so personally embarrassed in all my life. This stuck up woman had the actual cheek to say this to people that have been going here for 12+ years. I was fuming, gobsmacked and in shock at what she had just said to me so I raised my voice and told her for that comment I’m not paying for anything.She asked me to be quiet, I said no I won’t !! Even the table next to me they’re son didn’t touch the pasta. We can’t all be wrong. How dare she try to belittle the people that have supported this place. All the loyal customers who basically pay her wages. We as a family will never return and I will be telling everyone about my experience here so no one else has to experience that level of snobiness and have to waste they’re money on the mediocre overpriced food. I’m sure they wouldn’t be able to keep hold of those rosettes if someone came back to re do it

Had dinner here one evening while staying in Somerset for a long weekend. Really great quality food at a very reasonable price. Wine was also very good.

The new set up here really works. There are tables to drink at outside and a light and airy marquee to eat in. Tables in the marquee are well spaced out and the serving staff are really helpful.You order food and drinks by completing a paper print out. The menu is excellent. We came on the first Sunday after the premises had reopened, so our expectations weren't high. How wrong we were. Really well cooked and presented dishes. Crab benedict starter really stood out. The mains included a huge roast sirloin of beef, a tasty hake and first rate chicken with gnocchi. Excellent desserts to finish.Well done to all involved. You can certainly still enjoy a tasty and relaxing dining experience here.

Booked for our first night of freedom after dropping our son to Uni!! Just amazing food, staff couldn't be more professional. Our whole stay was outstanding..

Great menu with locally sourced food at reasonable prices. The wine list was varied and well priced, offering a good variety for all tastes. The cheerful and helpful staff provided excellent service. One of the best steaks I have ever eaten. I will definitely be returning.

My girlfriend and I stayed here for the weekend. In short, it was nothing less than perfect. Staff were welcoming and consistently helpful, chatty and attentive. The food is absolutely out of this world, I had pork fillet and pig cheek and my girlfriend had duck. We also shared a baked Camembert and we were completely blown away by the standard of it all. The rooms are well equipped, clean and very well presented. We will be returning!

Was very disappointed with our Christmas lunch the starter really tasty as was the puddy as for the main meal well all cooked very nice but was disappointed to find the only vegitables on the plate was 4 sprouts yes 4 sprouts after all we had paid £ 75 a head for this meal not sure if i want to vist again very disappointed

Great Food, both breakfasts and evening meals, plus real ale in the bar and a good range of Whisky and Gin

We went for Sunday lunch. It was recommended by our Airbnb host and didn’t disappoint. We shared the Camembert followed by roast beef and pork belly. Both big servings. The Camembert could have done with some more seasoning. The beef was nice and pink; and the both meats were tender. The gravy was lovely. Really nice Sunday roast.

Booked for my birthday . 12 people . We visit often . Tonight was so disappointing , my husband’s meal ,of salmon, was a child portion ! The burgers were tasteless . The food is overpriced and not as good it has been inthe past . I am not inclined to visit again . Over priced , not great quality , small portion

Food quality deteriorated since recently changing owners. Disappointing as prices remain fairly high making the rather average food feel overpriced. The service, seating and cooking remain decent.