The Kings Arms in Mendip

Friendliest pub I've been to in years. We had curry and soup and both were well- presented, very tasty and generous. The ale was excellent too.

Lovely Sunday roast with welcoming hosts Phil and Jo. Will definitely return.

I haven't sampled the food here yet but I have called in a few times and it is a lovely pub with a fab and friendly atmosphere ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

First time having food here 👌 came for Sunday roast and couldn’t fault the food or the price! Phil and Jo are lovely hosts and won’t hesitate returning for food or just a drink of an evening. Thank you!

Absolutely loved our one night stay, would have stayed longer if we had more time! Lovely atmosphere and lovely people!

Staying here for relative party nearby .stopped here b4 but now different management...not so organised at checkin .and breakfast really bad...only booked 2 nights and asked for checkout morning could we have breakfast a little earlier than 9am answer No. as that is there time and not b4 poor management interaction. So won't be stopping here again and would recommend guests to look elsewhere.

Awesome place the stay the atmosphere is amazing for a small country town. The owners were amazing and food was delicious. I definitely recommend this pub

Great food, fab live music events. Very comfortable accommodation. Lovely rooms with en suite bathrooms Homely atmosphere. Recommended.

This pub keeps getting better and better great value too

unmissable. music, good food, good cider and lots of beer. above all environment and staff friendly and nice. top class. Ty very mutch.

We enjoyed a few pints & live music. The pub was quite warm & welcoming. Lots of laughs.

This had the potential to be an amazing meal, we were staying at the caravan park opposite and visited here as recommended. Sadly though the meal didn't come up to par. The menu is very small, I ordered Fish and Chips, my wife burger and chips and my daughter also a burger from the children's menu. The burger was bland, served in a sourdough roll with a small portion of french fries. Over priced for what you get My fish I will say was good and a decent size and worth the money, but sat next to the burger and chips looked like it was from a different pubs. We will happily stay at the caravan site again but we will be going further to eat away. Shame really as this could be a gold mine

Nice friendly pub. Did not eat so cannot comment on food

Superb little pub. Very friendly landlord,staff and locals. Good sing along music on a Friday night. Recommend it

Food was superb (both breakfast and dinner), as well as a great range of draft beers and ales. Stayed overnight and the rooms were comfortable and clean. Staff were tremendous and the place in general has a really nice, homey feel! Music was great too! What a lovely bunch of people!

We had the best weekend here The staff and locals were lovely the room comfortable and clean nothing was too much trouble the music was great would definitely stay here again if ever down this end of the country Thank you 😊 🙏 🙂 ❤

Great Owners and lovely Atmosphere

The Wife and I stopped by when passing this evening. We were greeted upon arrival, and immediately made to feel welcome and an important customer. We ordered food and drinks, being advised that all the food is made, prepared and cooked on site. Wow, what came out was hot, presented nicely, and tasted fantastic. In a first for me, I ordered more purely because I enjoyed it that much. Prices were pocket friendly. We even had live music as well. If you have not tried this place, then I advise you do so. I will be returning when I am this way again.

Really enjoyed our stay, great hospitality fully recommended, thank you

Great pub with good intentions. Well worth a visit

The burgers were simple yet so God damn tasty! Fantastic service too felt so welcome and had such a good laugh with owners as well as a cheeky guitar lesson with performance thrown in aswell. We will be back!

Ĺoevly pitty more locals don't use it usually good selection of cider

Fantastic place with fantastic staff. Live music and plenty an amazing, specialist menu. Cannot recommend any higher

I wanted to like this place better, because I like the people running it. Very laid back vibe, excellent soundtrack, chilled out attitudes. Beer was ok, food was a bit school-dinnerish. If it was priced accordingly it would be a good place to go for a cheap nosh-up, but at normal prices there are better places to eat. Would definitely go back for a few drinks, though. Staff/owners were very friendly, and asked for feedback showing that they care about their customers. Lots of nice unusual touches, like humorous notices and musical instruments lying around.

We lodged at Oval House and walked just a block to King’s Arms where we were welcomed enthusiastically and treated as old friends. The kitchen was under renovation but the pints were great and the life music fun. A great time - and we went back the second night!

Great find stayed here for two nights proprietors were very accommodating nothing too much trouble. Room really comfortable and clean. Breakfast amazing and excellent value for money. The pub had a very welcoming atmosphere with nice vibes. Will definitely be back. Thank you for a great stay.

Lucky to have a local to walk to.

Recently taken over by Richy & Martin, The Kings Arms is by far my most favourite pub! This pub really is the perfect package, and I cannot wait for the kitchen to be up and running in a couple of weeks. The pub itself is oozing history and character. The staff are full of just as much character as the building. It’s the perfect combo. If you’re in the area you simple have to spend some time in this fantastic venue! Martin is the perfect barman. Richy is an incredibly talented chef, host and alchemist. I cannot wait to see what memories are made in this incredibly wonderful pub over the months and years to come. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Lovely atmosphere, great beer, but the hosts are what make it. Thank you Mark and Martin for making our stay memorable. We'll be back!

Fantastic pub, brilliant atmosphere! New manager bringing in some brilliant new food and totally unique beers which we had the pleasure of taste testing. Highly recommend a visit!!

Stayed here a few days ago. Great traditional pub. Lovely owners, great food, good drinks and comfortable room. Will be back again

Typical country pub decent food when they are serving unfortunately I missed it. May want to invest in some febreze smelt a bit like wet dog inside other than that though it was clean an pleasant

Just got back from a 2 night stay at this lovely little pub. Amazing from start to finish. Jill and Derek were so friendly, really welcoming, room was really clean and food was fabulous. Perfect location to Clark's Village, Bath and Bristol. Highly recommended and we will definitely be returning! Thank you for a lovely little break away!

We visited the pub on a Saturday night as we were staying nearby. There's a small car park next to the pub. The pub itself was quaint. I liked the antique decorations and posters. Staff were welcoming and friendly. Food was tasty and really high quality.

This is an old pub b and b which opens at 6.00 pm and is not open during the week in the daytime. Check in time is 4.00 pm and when arriving it is not obvious how you get in so had to call the hosts to gain entry. The outside is tired and generally run down and the rooms, although clean are dark and not welcoming with no access to a window - the window was high up on the wall and could not reach to open it or see out. There is a lot of clutter in the front door entrance and the side entrance from the road which is no longer used was full of 'stuff' which did not give a good impression. There was a musty smell throughout and felt the windows needed opening, stair carpets were not hoovered and the landing had an old sofa on it randomly with a stool lying on top The garden was unkempt, full ashtrays with water in them remained all through our stay. The Hosts were welcoming and friendly and bar was quaint with great food. However the general untidiness made you feel uncomfortable and alot of coughing whilst food was being prepared and served was off-putting. It could be a really lovely place and the pub part was but not a place I would chose to stay again.

Not the friendliest pub which is a shame as it looks quite nice from the outside.

Tip top local pub. Drink the cider

Had a really enjoyable stay at the King's arms. Our room, the hospitality, and food were all great. Also, the village the pub is located in was really beautiful, we enjoyed our walks to the abbey and surrounding countryside. :)

Proper pub and very friendly funny landlords.

What a fab find on booking.com. We arrived at 4pm pub was shut but Jill the landlady greeted us and was very welcoming. Room was spotless bed extremely comfortable and food was amazing. Derek landlord was great. Would so recommend this pub, if ever down this way again i will stay here. Thank you both for a lovely few days away.

Fantastic stay. Very welcoming and accommodating for dietary requirements. Dog friendly. Room was very clean upon arrival, had everything we needed. Food served till 830pm, good selection of meals and nice food. Would definatley stay again. Lovely couple who couldn't do more to help. Thank you for a wonderful stay

Food was delightful, friendly country pub.

For six weeks, I enjoyed the beer at The Kings Arms and the company of Derick (the owner) and his cool friends. I love these people, and I hope I will be going there next summer. :-)

Been a couple of times The food has been excellent. The stack house burger is excellent. Had several meals here. All excellent Guinness is great and so is gin Friendly landlord and landlady

Just left the pub after being made to feel very unwelcome. Very cold atmosphere and the lady behind the bar wasn't at all friendly. A big shame as we had heard great things about the pub before, but we most certainly will not be returning

Food excellent. Good choice and made to feel really welcome. Certainly worth a visit.

Lovely food and fast service, shame not a large dessert choice. But highly recommend

Just had our family Xmas party here loved the food and landlord and land lady are very kind only down side was the tables had to b split up although we were next to one another I would of liked us all sat together We will b go back as I can't fought there food

Quirky pub, friendly welcome by owners, only 1 other customer in. Stopped serving food 1hour earlier than advertised. Varied selection of drinks avaliable and menu looked reasonably priced but unfortunately couldn't try anything on it.

We were greeted by the landlady on a very wet day. Room ideal for us and our dogs

Very friendly welcome from the owner Gill and the food was very nice and very reasonable, nice and clean

We went up for our anniversary and had a very nice meal.five of us and we all had something different. Nice old traditional pub.

Great food, great rooms, great price.

Great pub. Lovely food. Friendly atmosphere.

Sehr uriger Pub mit viel Kitsch. Sehr leckeres frisch gezapftes Guiness und eine Karte mit verschiedenen Gerichten und auch immer ein Tagesangebot.

Excellent choice of real beer and cider. Very friendly bar staff. Big enough outside area and interesting interior decor. Great "proper" pub

Fantastic little pub great atmosphere good locals warm friendly staff, definitely going back loved it.

First class village inn, very friendly, comfortable, and three excellent ales on.

Brilliant friendly place to stay 😀😀

A warm welcome and very comfy room. Good meals and an extensive vegan/vegetarian choice, better than most restaurants. Would definitely recommend.

Solid rural pub, good Guinness too :)

We booked to go to this pub for dinner after reading good reviews of the food. However, when we arrived the lady behind the bar denied we had a reservation even when I produced the email confirmation. Limited apology & no helpful suggestion for alternatives. It left us trying to find somewhere to eat at 7:30 on a Friday evening - not at all impressed.Very poor customer relations.

Superb hosts in Jill & Derek, excellent food & beer. Willl recommend to anybody, made my visit.

This is a lovely friendly pub. Jill and Derek are great landlords. Putting on quizzes and free microphone nights.

Lovely country pub, really welcoming, great food and family friendly. We'll definitely go again when we're back in the area.

I and the family arrived at around 7pm on Tuesday evening having spent all day exploring Longleat Safari Park (Unfortunately, it had rained all day and we were soaked through). It was therefore appreciated, perhaps more so because we were wet, that we had arrived at the warm, cosy, inn. On arrival we were greeted by Derek who welcomed us in from the carpark. Once through the door Jill, Derek's wife, welcomed us before we were then promptly shown to our individual rooms - and were given the key. Me and my partner stayed in the double room, my partners parents and her sister were in the family room, and her grandparents had paid extra to stay in the deluxe room - so between us we were able to see the majority of the rooms. All of which were lovely and cosy. Once dried off, we met down stairs for a meal which we had previously booked for 8:15pm. Again, we were promptly met with table service by Jill who had be running the bar. Our orders were taken which consisted of a starter and mains, but no dessert as there didn't seem to be any on the menu - either that or we are all blind! The starters arrived, and in all honestly, I was flabbergasted by the quality of the food. I did not expect even momentarily for the food to come out in the standard in which it did. The food was amazing, and it was even more astonishing to later find out it was all cooked by Derek on his own in the kitchen. One man cooking seven meals to a standard which I would expect to receive in a five star restaurant was just incredible. The starters were devoured and we were waiting on mains to arrive. In the interim we had been greeted by an unusual form of entertainment. Essentially, it was asked that we would join and sing some Christmas-orientated hymns. I cant explain it any other way. It was rather unusual. Lyrics sheets were provided and with our consent we joined in unity to sing Christmas hymns. To reiterate, it was very strange, but the most fun I've had in a local pub in a long time. It was quintessentially the most English pub ever. I am still unsure as to the people who requested we joined in with the hymns wether they are regulars or people who just wanted Christmas hymns to be sang, nevertheless, it was fun and we all enjoyed it. Our mains then arrived and they were devoured too, before we then started off with the Christmas hymns once again. Two songs later the performance had finished and we carried on drinking into the evening. In the morning we were greeted by a table-set laid out for Breakfast. Cereal, yogurt, and fruit were all accessible with milk and complimentary orange juice located on the table. Alongside a menu for a cooked breakfast. The majority of us opted-in for a cooked 'Full English' Breakfast which we believe was cooked by Jill as opposed to her husband. The food was still amazing and likewise was devoured. Overall, I would recommend this beautiful inn to anyone. The company and the quality of the food were both amazing.

I and the family arrived at around 7pm on Tuesday evening having spent all day exploring Longleat Safari Park (Unfortunately, it had rained all day and we were soaked through). It was therefore appreciated, perhaps more so because we were wet, that we had arrived at the warm, cosy, inn. On arrival we were greeted by Derek who welcomed us in from the carpark. Once through the door Jill, Derek's wife, welcomed us before we were then promptly shown to our individual rooms - and were given the key. Me and my partner stayed in the double room, my partners parents and her sister were in the family room, and her grandparents had paid extra to stay in the deluxe room - so between us we were able to see the majority of the rooms. All of which were lovely and cosy.Once dried off, we met down stairs for a meal which we had previously booked for 8:15pm. Again, we were promptly met with table service by Jill who had be running the bar. Our orders were taken and food which consisted of a starter and mains, but no dessert as there didn't seem to be any on the menu - either that or we are all blind!The starters arrived, and in all honestly, I was flabbergasted by the quality of the food. I did not expect even momentarily for the food to come out in the standard in which it did. The food was amazing, and it was even more astonishing to later find out it was all cooked by Derek on his own in the kitchen. One man cooking seven meals to a standard which I would expect to receive in a five star restaurant was just incredible.The starters were devoured and we were waiting on mains to arrive. In the interim we had been greeted by a unusual form of entertainment. Essentially, it was asked that we would join and sing some Christmas-orientated hymns. I cant explain it any other way. It was rather unusual. Lyrics sheets were provided and with our consent we joined in unity to sing Christmas hymns. To reiterate, it was very strange, but the most fun I've had in a local pub in a long time. It was quintessentially the most English pub ever. I am still unsure as to the people who requested we joined in with the hymns wether they are regulars or people who just wanted Christmas hymns to be sang, nevertheless, it was fun and we all enjoyed it. Our mains then arrived and they were devoured too, before we then started off with the Christmas hymns once again. Two songs later the performance had finished and we carried on drinking into the evening. In the morning we were greeted by a table set laid out for Breakfast. Cereal, yogurt, and fruit were all accessible with milk and complimentary orange juice located on the table. Alongside a menu for a cooked breakfast. The majority of us opted-in for a cooked 'Full English' Breakfast which we believe was cooked by Jill as opposed to her husband. The food was still amazing and likewise was devoured.Overall, I would recommend this beautiful inn to anyone. The company and the quality of the food were both amazing.

The pub is welcoming and friendly. Good range of beers and ciders, great menu and what a superb carvery. Although we arrived at the end of the carvery and we were the last to be served, the food tasted as fresh as if we were the first to be served!

We met some friends here for a meal. We weren't too sure from the outside, but when you get in, it's a small but traditional pub with excellent gastropub type food. Well worth a visit

Good food good value and a warm welcome

A pleasant quaint road side inn, opposite Downside abbey. The parking is limited.Visited on a dull damp night, very quiet in the bar but the food was very good, on a bright day this would be a great place to spend an evening, not so bad on a dull one either.

Lovely rooms great food handy for visiting Bath or Longleat

Great little pub. Friendly staff and great food. Accommodation is very clean and tidy. We will be back.

Terse welcome and argumentative when a pint came out with heavy sediment

Been here a few times and Xmas meal. Brilliant home cooked food, very friendly. Lovely pub. I recommend this pub to anyone. Will be going back for Xmas meal again.

Good honest pub accommodation. Clean, well appointed room, with good glazing to cut out any road noise. I can recommend the steak and ale pie along with the Apple pie. Characterful landlady and lovely pub dog Murphey too.

Absolutely beautiful little bed and breakfast, the owners are so accommodating and made me feel very welcome. the breakfast in the morning was cooked perfectly, everything was homely and clean and well looked after. My room was spacious and the bed oh so comfortable that it was hard for me to drag myself out of it haha! Five stars all the way!

Ate dinner here with my partner as we were staying in the pub for 2 nights. I had fish and chips and my partner had steak. Both were served with hand cut chips. All food perfectly cooked and delicious.

Real ales, good pub food, friendly.

We went to the kings arms for dinner after looking on trip advisor for places nearby and I’d always overlooked this place We went on a Thursday evening and it was quiet I wasn’t sure it was open when we got in the car park but was surprised how nice a place it was insideThe menu there isn’t vast but there’s enough on there for most people to find something I had spicy chicken strips to start which came with sweet chilli sauce and some nice fresh salad We both had sirloin steak for our main which was reasonably priced and very good and tender it came with hand cut home made chips which were lovely it also came with mushrooms,tomato,onion rings and peas I wish I had tried this place before as it is good and will go again soon !!Apparently they do a very good Sunday lunch which I’m intending to try too.

Great old English atmosphere, very nice Sunday carvery, friendly staff and patrons. A great English pub.

We use this pub regularly and the service and food is always good food goid beer good company.Well done Jill and Derek

We are lucky enough to live in Chilcompton and are able to walk alongside Downside Abbey to visit this lovely pub. JIll and Derrick always offer a friendly welcome to us, our friends and our dog.

Shame it won't be there for much longer! The sea is calling.

Excellent in every respect. Wonderful selection of well kept ales and all in group agree meals absolutely superb. Very clean, cosy and welcoming pub with lovely atmosphere. If this place had been here 1500 years ago the Romans would never have left, and if we didn't live in Queensland we'd eat here at every opportunity! Wonderful time here and fully recommend to all...thanks for the memories. Richard and Alison.

Good food and prices. Very helpful aswell.

This is a great place for food.jill and derek amazing.

We stayed in self catering nearby and ate here on 3 occasions. The landlady was very friendly and the food was of good quality and reasonably priced. Would certainly eat here again if in the area.

Not sure who has written the reviews for this place but we booked a one night stay after reading reviews, they were misleading, the room was clean but pokey hardly enough room between the foot of the bed and the ensuite door way, the room smelt of the food being cooked in the kitchen below and the ensuite smelt of tobacco, my partner and son went down for breakfast in the morning which was well below par, the menu offered scrambled or poached eggs when the asked for poached the landlady said she would prefer them to have scrambled which they did it was overcooked in the microwave and the bacon undercooked and almost cold the owners were friendly but the place needs a good clean and someone who can cook a decent breakfast.

Our three nights here were the highlight of our trip. The food, beer, location, room, and people were all amazing.

Had my daughters Birthday dinner with Family and friends food is good solid pub food with a friendly outgoing fun host, this cosy old world style pub is a hit with all of us and we will be back next time we past by.

Landlady was very monosyllabic, no warmth in her greeting her husband was totally the opposite more than willing to chat. We asked if they were doing food she said no we are fully booked, we sat at a table and had a few beers in the 2 hours we were their we saw 3 sets of meals come out. would we go here again NEVER!

Lovely couple who run the site, very old quant inn and very friendly locals whom we were chatting too.

Great pub, great atmosphere, great food and great land lord and lady. Best pub in the area with fresh home food.

Visitamos el kings arms para comer después de ser recomendado y sin duda no nos decepcionó. Un cálido pub local agradable que los habitantes deben estar orgullosos de y seguir apoyando. Derick y Jill los propietarios nos hicieron sentir muy bienvenidos y era agradable escuchar buen humor pasado de moda de la gente que apoyo el pub. La comida era de primera categoría, con una buena selección de cervezas para elegir. Aunque no estábamos alojados la habitaciones parecía excelente y preciosa y limpia, así que en esta pequeña joya de un pueblo local recibe una enorme aprobado y uno para visitar de nuevo y de nuevo! !

Another pub a little out of the way but so worth finding. Great welcome, fine ales, ciders and great food. Hosts will great you like old friends.

Handy pub just outside Bath on the Wells Road with off road parking, real ales and good food. Nice homely feel with quirky interior.

Limpio cálido y amable, buena comida de pub pub. Las habitaciones están limpias y ordenadas y cálido. Dentro del pub está decorada como un pub debe ser. Pero el exterior necesita una buena señal, y decorar nuevo general. ordenado Pero el propietario y la dueña son muy acogedores, y no puede hacer más por ti. No se desanime por las apariencias

Estado aquí para una bebida, a cantar villancicos y para cenar y siempre nos sentimos muy bienvenidos. No propiamente con pastel de carne - parte inferior y los laterales y cocinan las verduras correctamente!

Nos alojamos aquí la noche también es un ser y ser, y después de un largo viaje en coche que no apetece salir, así que decidimos quedarnos a cenar y me alegro. El personal era amable y educado la comida llegó rápidamente y le presentó. Ambos elegimos pollo dulce con chili goujons para comenzar y fue un buen tamaño de porciones. Seguimos con una hamburguesa de pollo cajún para mi marido y para mí un pollo al curry. Ambos deliciosos y me siento no pude terminar. El desayuno la mañana siguiente también fue muy deliciosa y servida perfectamente. Mi marido comentó en el excelente café con el desayuno.