The Horse and Groom Clapham in Bedford

The best fish & chips by far that I have had in a pub restaurant. The staff are always attentive & friendly & it has a great atmosphere.

It was my husband birthdays meal but all ruined. First they sat us down at a dirty table that people just left, no cleaning I had to walk to the bar to ask them to clean it up for us. A waitress came and sprayed the table with our cutlery still on the table. After that around 15 minutes no one came to ask about drinks. Offered to bring water for the table but never came. Main course took ages. Fish and chip was ok. BBQ ribs was just half rack just be warned tasted nice. Service was nonexistent staffs all young and didn’t know what they need to do or doing Not their fault. So never come back again.

Had a lovely meal at the Horse and Groom. Easily booked on line and prompt confirmation. The meal was superbly cooked, very well presented and served by helpful, friendly and highly professional staff in great surroundings. There is a good menu choice all at very reasonable prices so will be looking forward to our next visit. This pub/restaurant is well worth a visit.

Lunch and friends .3 of us went today. I'm so glad we did. The place has been transformed since last visit 6 years ago. Warm and inviting inside and out. Spotlessly clean too. The menu is very varied and spanish influences but traditional fish and chips and burgers too. I had pomegranate and avocado salad which was beautifully presented and fresh. 9.95 which Is reasonable. My 2 friends went for fish and chips with mushy peas and tartar sauce and the plate was huge. Freshly cooked proper cod. We had ice cream although I'd love to tried the other things but was absolutely full! Will definitely go back to try the spanish dishes as they looked gorgeous. It was busy but not uncomfortably so. Plenty of parking and a fabulous Riverside garden with games etc. Such a wonderful few hours. Thank you

Superb Lunch! I had the Chicken BLT and it was mouthwatering. I asked to change the skinny chips which the sandwich comes paired with to Triple cooked chips, at no extra cost. The triple cooked chips which the Waitress told me were homemade are fantastic, nice and fluffy in the middle. Had a wonderful experience at the Horse and Groom. Definitely Recommend and will Defintely be back again soon, hopefully for dinner this time!

We stayed at a hotel nearby and went to the place for food and drinks. As we entered around 6.30 pm the restaurant/bar was empty, only one guest sitting a a bar table. The staff asked if we had a reservation and as we didn‘t they sayed: we don‘t take walk-ins. That was so unpolite! They could have asked how long we would stay, could have asked if we would just like to drink something (the place was empty), could have said ‚sorry, we don‘t have a table without reservation‘, they could have said many things, but this ‚we don‘t take wake-ins‘ was just so rude, we were shocked and disappointed.

Jewel of North Beds! Great for genuine Spanish Tapas! We had a great meal. The service is brilliant and nothing is too much trouble. Lovely atmosphere. Only downside ......too many brilliant dishes to choose from x

We stopped here after visiting the cinema in Bedford so had not booked. We didn’t want any of the fast food outlets available in town so thought we’d give this a try. I asked if the kitchen was still open as I was mindful that it had gone 8.30pm and was advised all good if we could order within 10 minutes that would be fine which having worked in a restaurant I totally understood and was grateful they could accommodate us as they weren’t busy . I ordered the goats cheese salad which doesn’t sound over complicated but the cheese was caramelised with a lovely crunch to it. The salad was fresh and colourful a combination of great flavours and textures. For the amount of cheese and walnuts I received in this dish alone was most generous for the price. Whist I realise not many people can get that excited about a salad trust me very few chefs do a good salad. My partner had the chicken burger with sweet potato fries which were delicious. He liked his meal but wished he’d opted for mine . Service was prompt, friendly and professional. I think it’s very refreshing to still have these lovely little pubs but we must support them. Will definitely return here.

A group of 13 of us had one of the best pub lunches we have ever had and this was commented by all in the group. The Sunday roasts in particular and the fish and chips were excellent. Compliments to the chef and to all of the staff involved for the welcome we were shown and the excellent service. It was really appreciated. Thank you!

Really love this pub, Green King beer, great food (mix of traditional pub fayre and Spanish dishes and a great team. Best of all very dog friendly, inside and in the summer a great pub garden.

FIRST CLASS QUALITY FOOD SERVICE AND PRICE EXCELLENT ALL ROUND 5 STAR ENJOYED BY EVERYONE WILL GO BACK AGAIN VERY SOON CANNOT WAIT

Cannot fault the place! Absolutely excellent place, excellent Sunday roast and outstanding service. Our first visit and would definitely return.

Fantastic food , staff so friendly and helpful and made us feel really welcome . Would highly recommend the Horse and Groom 😊

Outstanding flavour, great service and relaxed environment. Every dish was packed with exceptional depth of flavour, the presentation was good, and the Spanish dishes have made this a firm favourite!

Fantastic welcome, straight to table…. Service excellent with fabulous attention to detail. Ordered red wine and served at table with aerator. The food was absolutely amazing, we ordered 3 tapas starters which were packed with flavour. The mains were presented well and again fabulous. Will definitely return .

Lovely food we had a great roast there and service was very good as well the service was very good and waitress was very polite and happy

This is an absolutely stunning restaurant - however the food severely let us down. I went with my partner for a celebratory dinner and we ordered the meatball starter and the chorizo honey sausage. Both of which did not arrive at the same time. Luckily we were sharing both, but if we weren’t one one have been eating and have finished while the other was still waiting. The sauce the meatballs were in was quite bland, and the chorizo sausages over sauced. For the main I ordered the seafood hanging skewers and my partner ordered the fish and chips. My ‘side salad’ looked like it came from a Tesco leafy salad, consisting of a few green leaves and a couple cherry tomatoes - no dressing of sorts. My potatoes weren’t seasoned and the ‘aoli’ was basically a dollop of Mayo. Most unfortunate was that the beautiful king prawns were so over cooked it became hard to remove them from the shells. The squid was the only saving grace from this dish. My partner ordered the fish and chips. His chips tasted as if they were bought and defrosted from a supermarket and the tartar was was just horrible. The fish was so salty he couldn’t finish his dish. An absolute shame as the staff were lovely and the restaurant is beautiful. But unfortunately, the food was absolutely not worth what was paid.

Delicious food and great service . We had family coming over from Spain and they were really surprised of how delicious the food was . Staff very polite as always.

Fantastic Sunday lunch with my family All our food came out at the same time and delicious Service was very friendly too will definitely be back

Pre booked for a table of 11.l people, kids and adults. for 2pm today (sunday 29th) We were given a private, cosy room to cater for all of us! The Service was fantastic , all the staff were very friendly , focused attentive and kind! The beef roast, was absolutely delicious! Server asked how we wanted our beef cooked for our roast! Great touch! Beef cooked to my personal liking! pink perfection! Kids meals were varied and there we’re great choices. very reasonable prices , great value for money. Beautiful pub, fantastic ambiance. car park was full, with limited parking , there is parking down the road a little further on I will certainly return. Thank you.

Good for family and events. Great food for all ages and tastes. The Spanish food I would recommend as very authentic. Service always friendly and welcoming

I came here for a family dinner on Tuesday and the customer service was fabulous, all the staff were kind and accomodating and the food was even better. I would definitely recommend this pub.

Have been twice now since we have been set a bit free-er also had a delivery in lockdown. The staff food and ambiance have been excellent I cannot recommend more. I am gluten free and as long as you make yourself known their are plenty of options.Can't wait to try the Sunday roast .

We came here for some tapas and some wine,We’ve finished the tapas and the wine is fine. Our bellies are full and our hearts are happy, A 5 minute walk from our hotel according to google mappy!(amazing food and beautiful decor, we recommend the halloumi fries)

Some friends and I went for dinner here on a weekday evening - the food was delicious, we took a while to decide what to order as everything sounded delicious! The service was great! We’ll definitely be returning!

We were nicely greeted and seated, and they were good with the Covid control measures. The food was great, but the main course came out within 10 minutes of the starters. Otherwise a good experience with plenty to keep the kids entertained.

We decided to try the take away menu from the Horse and Groom after avoiding the place for a few years following some disappointing meals. I was a bit sceptical at first but I am so glad I did try because the food was delicious. We ordered a few tapas dishes including the King Prawns in Garlic and chilli, patatas bravas and the chicken croquettes, they were all hot and full of flavour. We then had a chicken burger with was succulent and tasty and a 8oz cheese burger which was again excellent. I would now definitely recommend the Horse and Groom and wish I had known earlier that it had new owners.

Nicely decorated pub with good value lunch menu. All food good quality and freshly prepared. Spanish & Italian inclined menu but lots of other choices. We saw some kebabs being served at another table and they looked delicious. Puddings were also home made not like many eateries. Will definitely visit again, as soon as we are able to. Very sorry for these establishments having to close again so close to Christmas.

My wife and I visited just before the second lockdown. The covid safety measures were all in place and being observed.We went for tapas and order 3 items each plus some bread. Each of the selections were delicious, especially the chorizo in cider and the calamari. The service was very good and there is a lovely atmosphere. The only thing I would warn future guests about is that the portions are quite large, 3 tapas choices each left us rather stuffed.

* Greeting by a member of staff on arrival - Friendly & welcoming.* Food was very tasty. Plenty of it and well presented. We had a roast & my beef was cooked as I requested it.* Staff came to check everything was ok and that we had all we needed.We were having deliveries whilst in lockdown and the food was excellent so thought it was about time we tried it out now they were open.I would highly recommend the Horse & Groom, you will not be disappointed.

The food was amazing like always. I can never finish my calzone but I will take it home for tomorrow 😊

Lovely garden by the river. The food was fantastic and reasonably priced. Good range of meals with a Spanish influence throughout. Really enjoyed it - thanks.

Went to Horse and Groom last week with family and puppy! Initially went for just for a drink but had Sunday lunch and chicken nuggets for kids. The menu choices were good for all tastes including vegetarian. The Sunday lunch (chicken) was really tasty and came with a separate fresh bowl of veg. The chicken nuggets were large pieces of breaded chicken not like the fast food chains. Service was excellent. The pub was busy and the COVID-19 measures were reassuring.

We came and had tapas. My friend ordered calamari - which I never order in the UK because it is usually badly prepared. Delicious - absolutely spot on.If you are in a hurry and the pub looks busy - ask before you order if there is a delay.It is a "quality food not fast food" place.The garden is huge so there are plenty of outdoor spaces to sit.

I visited Horse and Groom Clapham few days ago with my family and we had a great day .Delicious paella, and very tasty patatas bravas,staff very friendly and polite and they were respecting the COVID measures.Great view from river side and relaxingI will be back with pleassure.

We came yesterday for a sunday roast and the staff were friendly and the food was well presented and tasted great.I would definitely come back and recom recommend that you come to this family friendly pub.

We came in with the family and enjoyed a fantastic meal at The Horse and Groom . The staff were very friendly and the food presented was tasty and well priced . Would definitely recommend the Horse and Groom for any occasion.I will definitely return soon and recommend it to my friends.

Long overdue catch up with some friends, we had been recommended the Horse & Groom by a friend and we were not disappointed. My wife had the calamari and i had the whitebait which was delicious. For our mains we had the chicken skewers which were fantastic, our friends shared a seafood paella which they thoroughly enjoyed. Service was extremely friendly and professional, we really enjoyed our first visit and look forward to returning. Thank you.

Went here for a family dinner yesterday,we were greeted with lovely staff!The food was full of flavour and was amazing. Great portions and sizes. I would definitely recommend coming to this beautiful pub and I will definitely be coming back again.

I came in last Sunday, the food was horrendous, then meat tasted reheated and the chips were kinda undercooked. The managers were kinda rude and did not have good customer service skills, I waited for quite awhile and was disappointed, I would not advice to go here, best to stay at home

Absolutely happy to return back every time! Food was delicious , coffee and dessert very tasty. Very polite and helpful staff. Always feel like at home. .. :)

First visit out since lockdown and we went with our daughter and grandchildren because it was a special occasion. Staff were friendly and we felt it had good Covid procedures in place. Unfortunately I have to say I was served the worse meal I have ever been presented with in my life! My daughter and my husband ate theirs although they both said it was not nice but there was no way I could eat mine. I chose fish and chips a pretty easy dish to get right but it was totally soggy. The chips were floppy dark brown and soft. The batter on the fish was soggy and pale and the fish was a very strange colour and tasted awful. The waitress offered to get me another dish but I am afraid if that is the standard of food there then no way did I want to eat any of it.

Really unhappy with the horse and groom,had a couple meals delivered during lock down that was out standing,so now they are saying they are open again decided to have a nice meal and drink in the garden,rang up first to check if we had to book a table and was told not if you are sitting in the garden.Got there at 8.00pm with a friend who had just finished work and was starving,so ordered the drinks and asked for the menu only to be told they were no longer serving food wish we had been told before the drinks were poured or at least have a sign up so people know before they ordered the drinks.so we had to sit there very hungry watching all this lovely food go past us to other people that were lucky enough to have got there earlier.I would just like to say that the staff were lovely and friendly and can not fault them at all but we drank our drinks and went else where,sorry but wont be returning ruined our evening.

Since we discovered this place we keep coming here over and over again.Is a beautiful set up next to the river. The owner allows us to use it as a starting point for our Kayaking trips on the river and we always end up ordering some food when we finish. I’m addicted to their calamari! It brings back memories from my holidays in Spain. Spanish pizza was also amazing with massive goat cheese in the middle. It is probably the best place to eat around Bedford or in whole Bedfordshire! YOU HAVE TO TRY! I would give 10 * if I could :D

Came here to be local and eat out to help out. However the drink were lovely. But they brought the starters and mains out within 2 minutes of eachother? Despite asking. Also they skipped the onion rings off and order (didn’t bother asking for them in the end as waitresses weren’t apologetic in regards to the other issue) the cheesy garlic bread came without cheese and black on one side. Enough said? We questioned the cheesy garlic bread to then be presented with the SAME now even more burnt garlic bread with some packet cheese thrown on top and half melted. Not what we expected. Shame as we were looking forward to it. Pizzas were also very floury. Another member of the group came last week and ordered the same thing and liked it so don’t know what to think anymore.

Recently went to celebrate a friends birthday. We had 8 people. We called in earlier and they said we can have a separate room with four on each table where we would be able to communicate. When we arrived it was revealed that there was a screen hanging between the tables so we weren’t able to communicate. They refuse to take it down. They made rules about where we could and couldn’t exit basing it on the virus, however this was obviously not effective with dealing with this issue and it soon became apparent that they were not welcoming at all. They rushed us with our orders and refused to give us a drink menu which was very surprising as they had a food menu. So it is very confusing as to why they didn’t print a drinks one. It turned out to be the drinks were very expensive which we discovered after ordering. They had little knowledge of their drinks as well as saying they didn’t know if they had enough ingredients at one point. After paying a large amount of money we did not receive a very good service at all. At about 9:50 they began vaccuum cleaning near us even though they close an hour later. Very unprofessional and very disorganised would deffinately not recommend.

Just popped in for lunch on the day they reopened. Very friendly service, and they've clearly thought everything through - well spaced tables, one way system indoors, hand sanitiser for use at the entries. Option to order via the app or via the waiter/waitress. All felt very safe. The food was great, and portions were generous. We both had burgers (one chorizo, one vegan) and they were excellent. We'll definitely be back!

perfect for lunch before starting work. the linguine was amazing, very tasty and a very big portion. I will keep coming without a doubt.

Had to write as soon as we left as the roast here was soooo good !!Freshly prepared, delicious potatoes, plenty of veg and cauliflower cheeses standard. Real home cooked food. Really friendly welcome from the new family run management team, great service and food served very quickly. Kids portions were more than enough and defeated our two, great value at £6.95 including a pudIf you haven't been before or for a while give the Horse and Groom a try, you won't be disappointed

Visited for first time today with our friends, had mid week lunchtime menu which was fabulous. Excellent varied choice of starter, main course and fantastic pudding. Food very hot, served very quickly , perfectly presented and could not fault service provided. Most enjoyable and delicious, would certainly recommend. Washroom spotless. Will definitely be going back here.

Great sunday lunch but also other choices for those that do not want a roast. Service very friendly and helpful.

Had visited this pub several times quite a few years ago and following the opening of the Clapham by-pass had seldom been in Clapham village, the result being that it, the pub, had slipped under our radar. Making a spur-of-the-moment decision to eat out, we dismissed the idea of going to a "chain" restaurant, and suddenly remembered the Horse and Groom.We found that the pub layout and decoration had been changed and improved. Our meal was most enjoyable with a menu giving a good choice of items at reasonable prices. We had 2 main meals, 2 desserts, 2 coffees, a bottle of wine and a liqueur working out at just over £30 per person. Service was good and friendly. Will certainly not wait so long to return again.

Excellent Sunday roast lunch. Meat tender. Vegetables tasty and not overdone! Service very prompt and friendly. Would definitely book here again.

Another great experience at the Horse and Groom. Lovely meal. lovely staff, lovely setting. The starters are sooooo good, it is hard not to overindulge with them and leave little room for the equally delicious main courses.

We followed David and Agatha from their previous pub to here because of their friendliness and quality of food - and are so glad we did!We went in November with friends (7 of us) for a tapas night and, due to a very large party of about 45, ended up in a small room near the bar area - it was like private dining. The choice of tapas was excellent as always and came out hot, on time and tasted amazing. We then went again the weekend before Christmas for my works do (6 of us) and the pre-ordered food was just delicious.There is a great choice for most people including those who prefer a meat/dairy etc free life. The gluten free availability is one of the best I've seen (one of our party is coeliac and she was impressed).The bar area can get packed and noisy but at least it's a busy and it does seem that there are quite a few regulars.We'll definitely be returning in the not too distant future!

Shared some fantastic starters between four of us and then shared a seafood paella. It was all delicious and the restaurant was beautiful. The service is great and the staff are friendly.Previously we've had their pizzas as well which are also amazing and during the summer it's great to sit in the garden by the river.Will definitely be going back as much as we can.

Yesterday my partner and had lunch at this very pleasant pub. It was very good. The halloumi dippers were amazing just about the best I have had. Couldn't fault the meals at all and thought them value for money.

What lovely people and fabulous food. Out for Sunday jaunt stopped here on spec, made very welcome and food was well cooked and tasty. Definitely will come again

Service was great and food was lovely. The restaurant was cosy and cool and fitted the Christmas style.

Amazing! The burger I had was brilliant! Having visited a year or so ago, I wasn’t too impressed so I was a bit cautious about visiting again. Having said this, I’m so glad that I did visit again as the food was absolutely amazing!

Had a meal with my work colleagues. Never been before and was a pleasant surprise. Very cosy, nice atmosphere. Staff are helpful and welcoming. Food was fab. Will definitely be going again.

This is a truly wonderful place to eat. The food is 1st class and the service even better. We booked this by pot luck and very glad we did. The setting is beautiful and I can imagine that in the summer time with the river at the bottom of the bear garden would be a perfect way to spend the evening after a hard day. Will we be coming back “yes”

We had a wine tasting evening and it was very enjoyable. The service was excellent and the food paired with the wine was very tasty. We also celebrated hubby and our friend's birthdays. We are looking forward to the next tasting.

Returned yet again with family and still amazing food, excellent service and a beautiful pub. The staff are attentive and actually care if you like the food or not. They really cannot do enough for you. Food is delicious. Generous portions and tasty!! Thank you so much.

Very welcoming. Chose to have a Tapas lunchalthough there were plenty of options on the menu. Best Tapas meatballs I have had, nice and soft and not too acidic. Chicken Croquettes very good too. Had conversation with the landlady, who was interested to hear our opinions. Looking forward to their monthly Tapas Night.

Lovely pub . Lots of space. The food was excellent. The staff were friendly and helpful. Also the meals were great value for money . Lots of choices for all of us .

Friendly warm welcome to a cosy traditional pub. This was our first visit to the Horse & Groom but have eaten numerous times in David & Aggie’s last pub and we weren’t disappointed. Lovely rustic surroundings, loads of choice on the menu. We both had roast beef with all the trimmings and it was delicious. We will most definitely be back. Highly recommend a visit

The food was cooked to perfection!! Delicious, tasty and filling. The meat portion was a proper size not the thin slices you get at other pubs. I was even asked if I wanted more crispy roast potatoes!! I will return with friends and family often. Price was very reasonable. Service swift and polite.

My girlfriend and I visited today after hearing about the new management and wow, it is fantastic. The food is great and honestly the management and service couldn't be topped. 10/10 experience and will definitely be back again soon.

Each First Wednesday of the Month Tapas, Paella and other Spanish dishes accompanied by excellent guitarist with welcoming service.

Please improve your service - I should have given less stars but don’t want to ruin your ratings, you need to train your staff. Deliver food together - there were only 3 of us! Keep checking on your customers - you may sell more drinks or realise they want something, I hope you fix this as the food is tasty and good value.

My wife and I had heard good things about the Horse and Groom since it had been taken over a few months ago so we decided to celebrate our wedding anniversary there. It turned out to be a great choice. The food was wonderful, very competitively priced and the service was first class. I have posted photos and, if we had "taste-o-vision" you'd find that the meals tasted as good as they looked. It seems from the early reviews, that there were some teething troubles but they are obviously well past that. The waiter was attentive yet relaxed so we always felt we were being looked after but but never pressured. Although he was also busy with the bar, he had time to talk to us. We fully intend returning.

Hubby and I just moved to Clapham, Bedford. We needed food as we have no usable kitchen yet. We dropped in at The Horse and Groom. What a pleasant surprise, Tuesday is their pizza special and it is delicious. Can recommend. Very cheesy and great toppings, none of the thin base, sparsely topped new trend of pizza. Ok, can't be enjoyed all the time, imagine the calories But love it. Definitely recommend you guys to give it a try

With new owners and living locally decided to try out Horse & Groom. We called at short notice and they were able to accommodate us.

We needed lunch before a funeral and this find in Clapham was excellent. Super interesting and restored old inn right by the river Ouse with family area and plenty of parking. Great food and friendly helpful service. Delightful quiet outside area for coffee after our meal. Excellent service and meal.

I have not had such good food in ages—better and much cheaper than any place in London! They have nailed it. We stopped by their old pub and when we found out they were selling out and were now running The Horse and Groom, we rushed right over ! Best food decision ever.

At last good food, timely service and excellent staff at the H and G ! We, both adults and children enjoyed dining tonight and will certainly return before long..

Ate tonight at The Horse & Groom. A delight.

My wife and I tried the Horse and Groom tonight because they have a great selection of gluten free options and I am coeliac. We were not disappointed. The new owners have created a Spanish style restaurant. I used to love Spanish food before being daignosed Coeliac ten years ago, but we thought we would see what the fish and chips was like just for a start. It was absolutely lovely! Golden crispy batter and chunky chips. Nice atmosphere, although there weren't many customers when we went, which was quite early (7.00 pm) . I liked it so much and it is only a 20 minute walk from out home. I paid £27 for two fish and chips and a glass of Tempranillo. The menu includes tapas, and I love the idea.The tapas bar I went to last was actually in Budapest; a very noisy, busy place which served tapas in what I believe to be the Spanish way; where one orders small dishes such as olives, patatas bravas, anchovies etc between glasses of wine. I have a feeling this will now be our local eatery from now on, and am very much looking forward to it!

Tried this venue for lunch with some friends after a recommendation since it changed hands. What a delight. The gardens & Patio have all received a make-over, the food was lovely & plentiful. We had a bottle of Spanish Sauvignon with our salads & it was delicious, just right for a hot, sunny afternoon.

Hubby and i had heard so much about the pub since it has been taken over that we decided to give it ago. We have eaten in the pub before so thought it cannot be any worse than previous experiences.

Ate here for the first time since new ownership. Friendly, welcoming and the four tapas dishes between the two of us were delicious. The young waiter was polite and attentive. Would definitely recommend this lovely pub and restaurant.

A great pub / restaurant in a great location. The food (mixed paella) was really good. Great selection of beers. Stayed in our motorhome overnight in the car park at the side of the river.

9 of us went for lunch today, good choice from the menus, nicely cooked, efficient service all in a pleasant dining room. What more could we possible want? Oh yes very reasonably priced as well.

Very pleasant pub/restaurant recently refurbished. The British/Spanish food was plentiful and tasty. Attentive service without being intrusive. Will visit again.

Food and service was excellent. It's a lovely setting and prices are very reasonable. We will definitely be back!

lovely lunch . a delicious food, Super juicy chicken and a good portion. the atmosphere is nice and the place is beautiful

Had a great lunch for myself and 10 friends, having all met up here. The food was exceptional, punctual, hot and well presented. The staff were polite, helpful and efficient.

We'd heard it was under new management and decided to give it a try while we were in the area. It has a lovely beer garden which stretches down to the river and a play area for the kids. We did have to wait for a few minutes to be seated but that was fine with us as we weren't in a hurry and we hadn't booked in advance. Weather was lovely so had a drink in the garden and then went through to the restaurant. We ordered turkey, which came with Yorkshire pudding, roast potatoes and also cauliflower cheese and mixed vegetable side dishes. Absolutely delicious! And it averaged out at just over £10 each. Fantastic value!

Good food but very poor service. We arrived at 6pm no one in dining area but plenty of people in beer garden. WE were left waiting for good half hour for food. then when finished no one came near us for another half hour. Someone was folding napkins but not checking on customers at all. We had to ask three times for coffee and the young man said he usually works in the kitchen. A woman was also serving but she spent most of her time taking food out to garden or folding napkins in the back. No one checked the food was ok and no one asked if we wanted deserts or more drinks. Another couple gave up when their finished plates were left for over 15 mins and not taken away. They paid at the bar and left. A ,man who may have been manager walked by and we asked why everything was so slow? We have a big garden lots of people to serve he replied? he did not make eye contact and was very abrupt. Why take over a pub if you dont believe in customer service.? not enough staff let alone trained staff. Why is a lad from the kitchen waiting on tables when he does know quite what to do? We saw the previous bad reviews but wanted to judge for ourselves -We will not return why spend money on taking over a place and not have enough staff who know what they are doing?

We found this pub to be welcoming, warm and friendly. It sits by the main road in Clapham, Bedford. It was a great find because the beer garden was long and stretched to the river. We stopped during a walk about around town.

Absolutely amazing place, beautifully decorated, cozy, with lovely outdoor garden next by river. Staff very polite and helpful. Thanks girls, you did great job x

Expensive and tasteless..undercooked fish for grandson. Tiny paella (no way enough for two). Sunday roast meat was chewy and fatty with bland, tasteless vegetables. Poor service (young lad who clearly hadn't been trained properly). Not his fault of course. Will not be returning.

We went on a Saturday night, very obviously waiter was new, when asked if we wanted drinks, and water for the table I requested a wine list, he came with the water and asked again if we wanted drinks, I then asked again for the wine list!!

Completely disappointed with service today. Me and partner have been here before and had the best experience. We wanted a lovely experience with my partners family but It has recently changed hands and all can I say is that is was a complete disaster. They say they have been open 2 days but what we have experienced is not acceptable. We had to wait ten minutes for a table to begin with and there was only 1 other party sitted.

Took the family for my son's birthday meal, first time here in four years and I have to say that the food was fantastic. Large portions plenty to eat good choices. Staff where brilliant really friendly could not fault the meal.nice to see a traditional pub again.

We used to have a lot of family meals here but due to moves and such have not been for a good while. We returned for a pre-Christmas dinner with the in-laws and I must say it was fantastic! Food was delicious and reasonably priced, staff were incredibly welcoming, friendly and helpful, including happy to box up my MIL's leftovers as she has a small appetite. The whole place has a lovely rustic charm whilst being modern and comfortable, best of both worlds really! We will definitely be heading back when we can!

Had the Sunday roast ..... fabulous , from the perfectly cooked beef & roasties to the Savoy cabbage with pine nuts & honey red cabbage . Mustn’t forget the carrots , broccoli & delicious gravy & a huge Yorkshire pud to share .

We visited yesterday and received a lovely welcome from the barman who was putting up Christmas decorations.

A last minute visit to the Horse and Groom with an old friend. Plenty of choice on the menu, good prices and lovely surroundings.