Based on 541 opinions finded in 4 websites

Based on 541 opinions finded in 4 websites
Nº 717 in 759 in Isle of Wight
Nº 213 of 222 British in Isle of Wight
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A group of six for lunch. None could fault any elements - three courses, all plates cleared. Special mention to stuffed olives and pork belly (and beautifully creamed potatoes)
molloylj . 2025-04-20
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The venue is beautiful and the food is excellent. But our experience was marred by two things. Portion sizes are very small, which is a shame because what I had was lovely. So the cheese souffle was about the size of a plumb. The confit duck cassoulet was ungenerous - precisely the opposite of what cassoulet should be. The staff were a bit strange (with the exception of a nice young chap who did some of the drinks). They were not particularly welcoming, service was very slow (25 minutes for drinks when we arrived). The Longs Arms has a lot going for it. More/better staff and more generous portions and it could be a good gastropub again.
Mark A . 2025-04-06
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Absolutely top food but the experience was badly let down by incredibly slow service. It took 2 hours for the snacks, drinks and main courses to come out. We would have normally stayed for dessert and coffee but did not want to wait any longer. Such a shame as the food really was superb. One of the best roasts we have ever had, in fact, but at this price points it has to better all-round.
HuntersWood . 2025-04-06
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It was an excellent experience and we received a warm welcome. The food was sensational and the presentation was excellent, making everything look appetising, plus the service was very good. In addition, it is a comfortable, relaxing location.
Road11572996060 . 2025-02-15
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Second visit to The Longs Arms in a few months and it is superb. The food, the attentive staff, the warmth of the welcome, the cosy atmosphere (lunch by the fire!!) - the Longs Arms is clearly run by people who know what they're doing, who know what punters want and have an eye for detail. Above all, the food is thoughtful, unfussy, fresh and delicious, supported by a really good wine list. A new favourite, will be back soon!
HarryWallis . 2025-02-10
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Great experience not to busy and great service I went on karaoke night and it was so much fun has a nice selection of food and drink
devan . 2025-02-02
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Had dinner with family here at the weekend. Internally the pub/restaurant is very nice warm and welcoming. Menu looks good and prices are fine if the quality of food matches the price.Unfortunately we did not find that to be the case.Its certainly not Michelin standard in my view. Portion sizes particularly starters and desserts are small.Two of my party wanted to try the ice creams for dessert.....a scoop is £3 which is pretty average but the scoop was not much more than teaspoon sizes,smallest we have ever seen. The mains were ok but nothing very special. Overall it was nice and thats being kind. Would we go back.....no.
beenandgone . 2024-10-28
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A superb old inn, where the food is centre stage. The ingredient quality is high, and the actual skill in the kitchen is first class. This isn’t your normal pub fare, but cooking as good as any pub setting in the British isles. The flavours are deep and robust, with surprisingly delicacy and intricacy of technique If Rob Alcock was cooking in London he’d have a newspaper column, a cook book and probably a TV show This is 1 star Michelin territory
Lutte_Raisonnee . 2024-10-24
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I have scored this as average just because the menu was so limited where children are concerned and the food wasn’t as impressive as the decor and staff. It’s still a lovely pub and I’d recommend you visit. The staff were very kind, friendly and attentive. The decor and detail and plants are very nice. We felt very comfortable. There is no menu for children, smaller portions of the main menu are available. The battered fish and chips with mushy peas was nice. The pie with seasonal greens (a small portion of cabbage) and a spoon of smooth mash was very bitter and rich in flavour. Our child had the chicken burger with fries, the fries were good, the burger was a brioche bun and the chicken burger looked like it was a chicken breast covered in a thick, dark sticky something…not overly appealing nor appetising.
AngJam . 2024-08-19
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My granddaughter and I had lunch here on a Saturday lunchtime. We had booked a table for a 12.30 lunch but were surprised how empty it was when it features in the Michelin Guide. More customers were arriving as we left. She suffers from dairy intolerance while my appetite has diminished over recent years but her battered fish was well above the normal pub fare while my warm Scotch eggs followed by the ham hock and rabbit terrine were superb. The service was attentive without intrusive. The main course prices were at Michelin levels but our smaller dishes were very good value for money. We will be back.
Adrian A . 2024-08-06
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Excellent Lunch - this was an awesome experience - great service , great food - probably the best Sunday lunch we've experienced for a very long time. The Roast beef was top drawer. certainly to return .thank you
Ovonarx . 2024-07-21
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The Longs Arms in South Wraxall is our go-to destination when we want a real gastonomic treat and boy did they deliver when we went for dinner last week. I honestly think this was one of the best meals I have eaten - ever - anywhere. When the waitress told us there were two vegetarian specials that evening I really felt as if they had been put on especially for me as I'd mentioned when I made my booking that I was vegetarian. If that is the case, I have to say a massive thank you to the chef for going to so much effort and putting so much thought into these fantastic dishes. I started with smoked burrata with the sweetest tiny heritage tomatoes in a basil oil with charred corn, pine nuts and puffed rice. My husband had a lobster tom yum soup which he said was packed with glorious flavours and quite delicious. The homemade bread and butter was also wonderful. For my main course I had courgette flowers in a light tempura batter stuffed with a creamy lemony minty filling and artichoke hearts, courgettes and aubergine in a light creamy green sauce. There were so many taste explosions going on but everything complemented each other perfectly and the plate looked exquisite. My husband went for the haddock, mushy peas, homemade tartare sauce and chips (his only criticism is that he found the chips were a touch on the salty side for his taste). For dessert I had a licorice creme diplomat tart with rhubarb, honeycomb and bee pollen, which was heavenly. The service was friendly and excellent too. I know this restaurant has received numerous commendations but they really deserve all the priase they get. It was a sublime meal.
Dermotsfriend . 2024-07-16
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Called without prior booking to this quaint pub/restaurant in the centre of South Wraxall. Old building with low ceiling, but nicely decorated. Friendly staff. Delicious fish pie with butter mash and seasonal greens. Large pieces of fish 4 different varieties.
Ceini0g . 2024-07-07
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Return visit to the Long Arms as the previous experience was very good. This visit the food still excellent, well prepared and presented. Unfortunately let down by the service - attention very poor - examples - when asking if we could order the young lady looked at her wrist - at the non existent watch - and said in a few minutes! The restaurant was not busy perhaps another three or so tables. No pleasantry just an off the cuff interaction that told us we will attend to you when we are good and ready!! Drinks service slow, when wine arrived it was plonked down on the table with no offer to check or taste and then pour the wine - normal procedure in a half decent restaurant. Trying to get the servers attention was a challenge - a few times eye contact was made in an attempt to order additional drinks, but the young lady chose not to respond and continued clearing a table. Could go on...…...... A real shame as the effort and attention to detail with the food was excellent - all the hard work, love and attention shown by the kitchen totally wiped out by the serving staff. Let the Chef take control and ensure that their dishes are served with optimum effect - use the servers as "plate carriers" to the Chefs direction.
nacnud . 2024-06-25
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Went with a friend to celebrate our birthdays, and had a totally delicious meal. Good service, fabulous food but still English pub feel about it.
Rosalind ambler . 2024-05-31
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If you want top end pub food, I can’t think of a better choice in the area. Seasonal food, great choice, good portioning and most importantly, delicious.
ICOmnia . 2024-04-28
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This is an excellent place to eat, good food, beautifully cooked and served. Top quality, and the menu is good. I can't rate it highly enough. The staff are courteous and helpful. The ambiance is great, we shall return.
wisteria_10 . 2024-04-08
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I’ve been several times for lunch but never on a Sunday and let’s just say it didn’t disappoint. Same attention to detail and a great atmosphere as always. I would recommend the Sunday lunch to anyone.
Phil H . 2024-01-24
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Came on a Saturday night for dinner. Had three courses and some drinks. All food was excellent. Fantastic flavours and great presentation. The service was great.
Daniel H . 2024-01-21
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The most wonderful dining experience, yet again. Service outstanding. Than you Rob & team. The southcott clan.
I5626CZlindas . 2023-12-31
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We came here with friends for Sunday lunch. Beautiful pub and dog friendly. The time we went it was very busy and I can imagine a reservation is a necessity! In terms of food - I had a swede and haggis tart for my starter - this was very pleasant. The roast was also of a good standard and everything had been cooked well. Both for the starters and main meal some elements of our dishes were cold/not hot which was a pity. And we did find the wait between starters and dinner to be rather long. However, all in all I’d come here again.
bathreviewsmc . 2023-12-23
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First time visitors. Am so annoyed with myself despite living relatively so close to this place have only just tried it. Food was really excellent. Service the same. We are not a straightforward family (an intolerance, a vegetarian and a vegan to cater for), but nothing was a problem. Yes it is “pub food” but way, way better. Visited on a Sunday night and the full menu was on offer which is unusual. Portions generous. Everything was beautifully presented, even the side order ‘snacks’. Highly recommended!
JofromCapeTown . 2023-11-27
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This has to be one of our favourite places for a delicious meal. The welcome is always warm, the food is terrific , you are never rushed . This is no ordinary pub, this is deliciousness on a plate. What could be nicer? I will not wax lyrical as you need to discover this place for yourself but do book in advance or face disappointment. A real gem with lovely people who amazingly remember their returning customers and can tell where they sat each time they visited.
Patricia B . 2023-11-25
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After reading reviews on this pub prior to our visit, my partner and I felt confident that we would have a good experience (I should point out that my partner and I rarely complain). We were shown to our table, then left to make our choices - the menu looked inviting. Once the food was ordered we had quite a wait. I had ordered the duck which, presentation wise looked good, although it appeared slightly under done and was extremely chewy, I could barely cut into it. My partner had the fish which again looked lovely, but tasted bland, I tried some and thought it was lacking any flavour, the sauce around it was pretty tasteless too. I ended up asking for something else, which the waitress agreed to. My partner then had to eat his meal whilst I waited for another dish to arrive (we didn’t want him eating cold fish and cold greens). After about 15 minutes the food arrived (and I do understand that you cannot make food appear in a couple of minutes). The pie and mash brought to me looked very appetising, with a separate bowl of greens and carrots. This dish tasted much better than the first, the pastry was lovely, although there wasn’t much inside the pie, mostly gravy, and about two very tiny bits of beef and a couple of bits of kidney. After we finished our meals we had another long wait. We had to ask for more water, and we also had to request desserts. Another long wait and the desserts arrived. Again these looked very appetising, and we did demolish them despite tasting something bitter in the sauce. Maybe the butter was slightly burnt in the process of making it. Anyhow, once we’d finished we just wanted to get going. I went to the bar to pay and waited a couple of minutes whilst the waitress appeared to be processing receipts. At no point did anyone ask how our food was, which is fine as it’s just a pub at the end of the day, but given this pub has won awards we thought the pub as a whole would have reflected this both in terms of food and service. For the price you’d expect better. We would not recommend this pub based on our own experience, and the disappointing food and service.
O7410ZDtomr . 2023-11-19
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This place is a hidden DIAMOND. I mean that seriously. The food is incredible, the staff are cool. No wonder we booked for Christmas Eve!!
Lovingit666 . 2023-11-12
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My first visit and I took my family (5) for Sunday Lunch. It’s definitely a notch above the typical pub roast and this is reflected in the price (50% more than other local options). It’s pretty good though and we would definitely return. Starters were tasty, and both roasts superb. Only let down by the desserts (we had three different ones), all of which were a bit bland.
HuntersWood . 2023-11-12
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Without a doubt, the best gastro pub in the Wiltshire/Somerset area. The Longs Arms offers a beautifully cosy traditional pub environment coupled with exceptionally tasty, and we prepared food. The menu changes seasonally, and it is always a great experience to see what's new. The staff are friendly and attentive and are only too pleased to do what they can to make your time their as pleasant a possible. The selection of local beer and wines are top drawer too. A must try!
thomasmT6254HK . 2023-11-05
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Excellent meal! Very welcoming, helpful staff that look after us and our 2 little Westies, a wonderful find on our way from Devon to Lincolnshire
lynnpB3977QE . 2023-11-04
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This has become our go to restaurant although we live on the outskirts of Bath ,much better than a city centre full of tourists at the weekend. The staff are very welcoming, the food is all cooked by the chef/ owner from local suppliers , and is always excellent. No it’s not cheap, but the food is of the highest quality.
aroberta . 2023-10-29
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tried this last night on recommendation , nice little pub, welcoming front of house and good staff, as with all my reviews which are honest the food is a notch above the norm & is very good but sadly overpriced ! £24 for burger and chips to which the chips are NOT hand cut is way too much . £17.95 is more than enough ! the main meals are robbery but at least dick turpin wore a mask, £29 is the max for grub in here, what they have to remember is this is a pub IN THE MIDDLE OF KNOWHERE IN A COST OF LIVING CRISIS, NOT A MICHELIN STAR RESTAURANT !!! also the wine is very overpriced so we didnt have any . if your not worried about spending on eating out id recommend it but if you are a green - king guru or a wetherspoons freak this place isnt for you !!!!!!!
396markc396 . 2023-10-08
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This is the place to visit if you want a delicious meal served by lovely people in a very pleasant environment. The quality of the food is amazing , and it is plentiful too. The prices might appear a little high but the meal is substantial as well as superb, resulting in reasonable value. Everything about our visit was a delight, we will not hesitate to return, something one cannot say about every eatery.
Patricia B . 2023-09-10
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Great selection of beers and gins, which suited us. We didn't stay for dinner, but the number of people who were booked in for dinner seemed a great recommendation should we have had the opportunity. Everyone working there were really lovely and helpful.
Becky L . 2023-08-19
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The Longs Arms is the quintessential, Cotswold stone, tucked away village pub that has all yeomen dribbling in anticipation. We were seated in, what I think, was the extended bit to the main pub which had had all the appeal and glamour of grannie’s parlour. Dark, mahogany spindly wood furniture and usual naff country crap on the walls but the biggest design crime was that the floor was carpeted. In any eatery there is no place for detritus gathering floor fibre. To make matters worse the owners are clearly huge fans of country and western and we were at the receiving end of a playlist of nauseating southern American dross that would be best kept for the pensioners social club line dancing night. The menu is short and we both struggled with making our choices. We had cheddar croquetas which were okay and did what it said on the tin and pork cheeks, ghost chili vindaloo, onion bhaji, curry leaf, cashew nut and yoghurt. If that sounds confusing and an unlikely marriage of flavours, it was. The pork cheeks were playing hide and seek with the overbearing onion bhaji and overly spicy curry flavours. Keep it simple chef, this was an overbearing over complicated dish that didn’t work. The mains were a spinach and feta spanakopita, girolles, basil and tahini sauce with toasted almonds for her and Cornish hake, potato fricassee, peas & shoots, cockles, bacon, laverbread and seaweed sauce for me. Once again, a case of over engineering and smart arsery backfiring. The spanakopita lacked any crispy pastry casing and was a bit of a soggy mess. The hero of my dish, the hake, was drowning for recognition in an overly salty sauce with far too many ingredients. Our mains and those of our neighbours came out nuclear hot and remained steaming like a fresh cow pat for far too long which hinted at a final pre-serve microwave blast. We two spooned a reasonable salted caramel fondant with cinnamon ice cream and a gloopy valrhona caramelia sauce. I admire the ambition of the chef and the menu with pricing to match, but execution was lacking. Everything needs reigning in. A couple of two course meals, one dessert and two glasses of decent South African Sauvignon Blanc wine came in at £126 including service.
Simon W . 2023-08-07
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Table of 7 and could not be faulted. Every course & plate come out well presented along with great cooking. Compliments from everyone well worth a trip to go and eat here. Good prices and the service nice and chilled but attentive. Well worth booking, no doubt will be back.
Robert L . 2023-08-05
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Decided to visit due to reviews, including photos, which look great. Unfortunately, dishes were over complicated with too many ingredients. This overpowered the main protein, so could have been eating chicken every time. Dishes were also unbalanced i.e. too salty. When an ingredient is high in salt other flavours need to add balance. Ambiance had a some what dead atmosphere and the country music play list (just country, nothing else) was too much! A mixed list would be a recommendation. Owner obviously loves country. The food quality maybe good and sourced locally, hence the high price but I don’t feel the cooking technique is right. Not worth the very high price. Money would have been better spent in Bath.
Jo M . 2023-07-29
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We had a couple of evening meals at The Longs Arms during a recent holiday, as we were staying nearby and it had been highly recommended. Every dish we had was truly excellent - really top class food and fantastic flavours and combinations. All delivered...
CurlyFo . 2023-07-27
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Super place, really nice food & drinks service good. Lovely courtyard garden area too. Tasty dinner was ad by all three of us. Staff friendly too.
Den821 . 2023-07-23
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We enjoyed ou food earler the Kids were hungry did not have to wait long and our se4ver was suoerb Kirsty we are on Holiday it was busy did not have to wait long for our Food and the Kids loved the Play area
david d . 2023-07-19
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Had a birthday lunch at The Longs Arms at the weekend and it was fabulous! Lots of really interesting dishes on the menu. We had a selection of oysters and starters, followed by the lobster and pork belly. Beautifully served and with an extra starter...
Jo M . 2023-06-19
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What a marvellous place. The food is out of this world. The flavours are truly amazing. Service and atmosphere is relaxed and friendly. Nothing was too much trouble. Look forward to visiting again if we are staying close by.
lynn t . 2023-05-06
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It took us 5 years to finally get here, despite it being on my to-do list since we moved here. Had a birthday lunch and the whole experience was excellent. Delicious scotch egg appetiser and then crab and Scallop starters followed by Lamb and Halibut...
JUBOMAN . 2023-05-04
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Thank you to all who made our 30th wedding anniversary such a memorable occasion. This, our first visit, was just wonderful. We tried all of the snacks, which were delicious. The starters and mains were amazingly tasty. We very much appreciated the kind gesture of...
janhealyrichard1 . 2023-04-17
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Stunning food! Worth every penny for what was the best meal i’ve had in years! Championing local produce and presentation to the highest standard. Love that there are recommendations for pairing beers with desserts - will be back again to do just that!
Andrew P . 2023-04-14
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This is simply the best food I’ve ever eaten in my life. It never disappoints, everything is an adventure there for me, as I’m quite ignorant of food and stuff, but I just love it there. Everything about the place is top notch.
O610MFdavids . 2023-04-03
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From start to finish the evening was very nice the ambiance is very good the service is excellent as is the food wether you choose the pub classics or the more eclectic restaurant dishes it’s all delicious altogether a lovely evening.
Cleveleysfoodie . 2023-03-20
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When you view the web site one cannot wait to visit this lovely pub with wonderful staff in an interesting village, but watch out. the menu offered when seated very rarely is the one you expected from your browsing.Typical of this type of restaurant so...
rbb405 . 2023-02-13
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Hello! Me and my wife, Bethan go here whenever we can as it is absolutely brilliant. There is always something fantastic to eat, even if you think, ooo, I’m not sure about that, it doesn’t matter what it is it, the flavours will blow your...
O610MFdavids . 2023-02-09
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Outstanding meal and service, I have visited several times with clients and it never fails to deliver, the attention to detail and love that is put into the food is clear, the front of house service is timed to perfection from the warm welcome and...
Morgan-is-best . 2023-02-06
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Very disappointing. How Michelin can rate this pub is a mystery. Poor service from disinterested staff food over complicated and with so few covers the interminable wait was inexplicable
scm1945 . 2023-02-03
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One can say this place is bloody marvellous! Rob and his team are nothing short of exceptional. From the moment you enter you feel welcomed, cosy and excited. They’re also dog friendly which is a rare offering for anywhere with Michelin status. It’s a real...
Bigbadchefman . 2023-01-01
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Instead of going out on New Year's Eve my husband and I have a tradition of going out for a meal in between Christmas Day and New Year. This year we went to the Longs Arms and thoroughly enjoyed our evening. The service is professional,...
Paula L . 2022-12-31
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The best pub roast beef Sunday lunch I have experienced in years! Superb food cooked with true flair and skill. Lovely old inn and excellent, helpful and happy staff displaying a great service ethic. It was a pleasure from start to finish. A true find...
johnbM9336QZ . 2022-12-12
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We came because it was a two minute walk from the air bnb we were staying in. We booked well in advance. What an absolute delight! Staff very friendly, knowledgable and efficient. Food was sublime. We all enjoyed every morsel. Too full for desserts or...
Emsie1967 . 2022-11-30
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My husband and I treated ourselves to Sunday lunch here yesterday and what a treat it was. Everything was exquisite - his rib of beef in an exceptional gravy and my stunning cheese and leek sausages (how thoughtful not to offer the usual nut roast...
Dermotsfriend . 2022-11-28
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Well worth the trip out. Fabulous food, it was just a light lunch. The two of us shared shared Potted shrimp, scallop nuggets and the oyster with kimchi. Guinness was great and the Bloody Mary was lovely and spicy, glass a little small. Great atmosphere...
MP050607 . 2022-11-10
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So my starter to my main to my pudding was Exceptionally I had to Perry Perry wings for starter I wasn’t wait long in there on my table very nice and I had to 24 ounce steak meal both steaks were delicious cooked perfectly and...
thomasdV5729EX . 2022-10-17
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Visited with my wife. The 2 girls who attended to us were very friendly, efficient and helpful. Our starters and mains were very good. Had been concerned about portion sizes when reviewer's mentioned gastro pub. However pleasantly surprised at what we got. Good portions. However...
david r . 2022-10-01
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The food is always stunning and delicious. We loved everything we had. The chef is really lovely. We make sure we visit every year on our way to Cornwall. This time we came 2 nights back to back and we loved it. Dogs are very...
365carolineg . 2022-09-06
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I came here with my autistic son. They were great in letting us sit away from the other diners due to his sensory issues. They were very attentive and welcoming. It was my first visit here. I wasn’t a big fan of my main meal...
SarahPphoto . 2022-08-16
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We had a very personal wedding reception here in June. Just AMAZING! The excellent staff were relaxed, friendly and looked after all of our guests, the location was just superb and the food…. sublime. From start to finish Rob and Liz looked after us and...
Jon W . 2022-07-28
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It took a while to get our food…..but we’ll worth it. Beautiful dishes, well executed and presented. Went for the goats cheese starter and lamb and mint pie. Would have that again. Tried some of my wife’s beef from the roast lunch, and wow. They...
BroughtonBoy . 2022-07-24
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I had the roast beef last Sunday and it was fabulous. Absolutely delicious and very tender. Vegetables very good too. Lovely waitresses and atmosphere. Just perfect.
N8816OIamandam . 2022-07-19
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A calm Saturday lunchtime. Innavative flavour combinations: use of finely sliced pickles radishes and asparagus, with crab and salami; or gurnard with thai basil ; superbly tender lamb, long cooked with delicious jus. Yummy desserts come as standard. Well chosen wine by the glass, friendly...
hayfield35 . 2022-07-02
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The food I had, crab bisque and calf liver, was stunning, some of the best I've ever had. The menu however, was nothing like the sample on the website - with virtually no fish dish (fish and chips does nto count), most of the more...
Sushimaker4 . 2022-06-18
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Popped in here for Sunday lunch and the venue did not disappoint. Polite, friendly welcoming staff. Fantastic food, the best Sunday roast I think I have ever had. A super homemade marmalade gin. A tour of the on site little kitchen garden and a great...
Denise J . 2022-04-25
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Arrived very early for our seating. We were going to sit at the bar and wait but were told our table was ready. We sat down then were ignored for almost an hour! The servers wouldn’t make eye contact, ignored our waves and when we...
Marian D . 2022-04-22
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Had high expectations but did not feel it delivered . Owner not very friendly and looked irritated when we asked if we could order . Starters very nice ( squid and crab) but main courses not as good . My husband had fish dish which...
smith212016 . 2022-04-10
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Four of us went here for a pre-mothers day lunch and were blown away. We had fortunately been able to add two more to our party only the day before, and asked if there were vegan options and were assured a few things could be...
Hannah G . 2022-03-29
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I visited here for the first time with friends who have been before. We had a terrific lunch, absolutely superb flavours. I had the lamb & mint pie on a bed of mash with a side of Savoy cabbage. OMG, this was the best pie...
501martynl . 2022-03-11
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Excellent food. Somewhat sterile atmosphere. Not really sure what else to say. Oh, yes, black print on brown paper don't work. REALLY difficult to read.
thecassyput . 2022-03-04
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Myself and my family visited for Sunday lunch. All I can say is wow! First visit of many I hope, food was exquisite, best roast dinner I’ve ever had! I couldn’t resist a pudding, the chocolate fondant was lovely. The staff are friendly and the...
Debbie W . 2022-02-27
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When you walked in the door the beautiful smell of the food hits you. It has a lovely warm atmosphere, comfy and cosy inside. I knew the food was going to be good, but I was blown away when it arrived. I was in food...
gemho37 . 2022-02-27
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I haven’t visited for some time for obvious reasons, but so pleased I have returned to my favourite place and wow what a treat, great food, great atmosphere, great choice of wines and beers, the place was full and busy but all the staff from...
Morgan-is-best . 2022-02-24
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Double birthday celebration lunch on a wet & cold day. Table by the log fire with a lovely welcome for the dog to chill. Great choices of food, beautifully presented and very delicious. Dessert was accompanied with chocolate birthday inscriptions on the plate, a really...
alil965 . 2022-02-20
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Visited on a Friday evening as a family of 7. Staff were superb. Friendly and attentive. The food was lovely and everyone enjoyed their meals. The salmon starter was my favourite along with the Gritchie beer. This place had a nice atmosphere and there’s plenty...
realchrisf . 2022-02-13
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Restrictions eased, we had a life-affirming lunch here again yesterday – and are delighted to report that cheery chef-patron, Rob, continues to produce intriguing, well-judged, wholly devourable food for which we’d happily travel many miles to enjoy. Which we did. And so should you. From...
rscharisma . 2022-01-28
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Booked a table for Sunday lunch a week before Christmas. Food great, relaxed atmosphere and very friendly staff. I wasn’t rushed and took time to really enjoy the food. Will definitely be back in the new year. Thankyou.
elainewnel . 2021-12-19
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Lovely food, warm and friendly atmosphere and great service. Truly wonderful evening. You have a very special approach. Thank you
82tyc . 2021-12-12
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Our family of four had dinner at The Longs Arms in early November. The place is warm and welcoming. The staff are excellent and very friendly. They explained the menu comprehensively and answered the few questions we asked. The chefs obviously know what they are...
The_Englishman1066 . 2021-11-19
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Amazing service as always from clare and her team, lovely food, great value and super quick service thank you to all involved
Laurie O . 2021-11-17
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After hearing of this place we finally had the opportunity to go ourselves. Service was friendly and efficient. The menu is broad and the suppliers listed. Delicious.
Jean H . 2021-11-05
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Exciting and original menu with well thought out dishes - Locally foraged puffball mushrooms anyone? Obviously prepared with skill & love and to top it, served with a smile and great sense of humour. Fantastic local pub atmosphere with fantastic food. The perfect combination.
NorthStar57259592370 . 2021-10-16
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Two very nice starters...Fig,celeriac and ham and Scotch egg . Both had Sea Bass mains...delicious. Sensibly priced Wine and friendly,efficient service.
LBW14N . 2021-09-06
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My wife & me were very impressed with the food & service on a busy Saturday lunchtime, I had the smoked salmon which had so many underlying tastes & delicious followed by the Wagyu Burger, best ever! My wife had the Beetroot starter, she loved...
CJM206 . 2021-08-31
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Chef evidently really cares about the food he/she cooks, and that is something that really shows through. By no means is anything bland. Staff were very knowledgeable about their food. Bookings are taken in person, not via an automated online service. Waitress (Chelsea) was keen...
fresh1980 . 2021-08-31
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We've dined at the Longs Arms many, many times since I first reviewed it 'way back in February of 2017. I've often thought to update my review, but never quite got around to it--The time has come! We keep coming back to the Long Arms,...
Warthog01 . 2021-08-29
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We ate here yesterday with our 2 year old as we stayed nearby. Despite it clearly being an upmarket classy place, The waitress had pre-organised a child-friendly option from their amazing menu for him, and couldn't do enough to make him feel at ease while...
Gf1224 . 2021-07-23
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The Long Arms, is a beautiful pub with just fantastic superb food. I can not praise it enough it is wonderful the welcome you get is so lovely, from the Land Lady, and the staff are so kind and helpful. If you haven’t visited yet,...
Voyage711890 . 2021-07-01
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This is a lovely restaurant with great service and fantastic food. We enjoyed a wonderful meal, each course was timed perfectly, we never felt rushed or left waiting. The menu is a perfect balance with fresh local products , every course was delicious and matched...
FifiD_london . 2021-06-14
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They were so welcoming from the moment we got there. And so kind to our little spaniel who got some roast beef treats. The food was amazing. Everything was deliciously prepared from the home made bread to the fish and the tomato starter and their...
365carolineg . 2021-06-04
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We had an early dinner at the Longs Arms this evening. It was just perfect. Great food. Good wine and cocktails. Lovely atmosphere. The front of house staff were superb. Especially our server, Chelsea. Couldn’t have been more attentive. We took our dog Jack and...
historygirl56 . 2021-06-03
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Thank you so much Liz and Rob for making our day so super Special... The food was amazing can’t wait for you to reopen hopefully soon... Merry Christmas and Happy 2021, John and Sarah x
Dolman333 . 2020-12-26
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Found the Longs Arms whilst staying at a local air bnb. It came up as the closest place to have dinner and what a brilliant place to come across!! Wonderful staff, amazing food and beautiful pub. Would certainly return if we are back that way...
Emma C . 2020-03-19
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The interesting menu changes daily and but it can be pot luck if your favourite foods are featured! This time the menu choices were a little challenging due to personal tastes and dietary requirements but the chef very kindly offered some alternatives that he was...
K2683GRlc . 2020-02-10
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Main course was very good - which you’d expect at the prices. Starter of chicken liver parfait was good, but you couldn’t taste the cumquat or bacon jam, so expected better - for the price.The converted skittle alley was lifeless and soulless, with no photos or much decor on the walls. It had a wood burner at the end, but because it was a small boxed in area, it was like a sooty oven, which made it unbearably hot!! All in all, a bit disappointed by the standard of some of the food and definitely the atmosphere/setting.If you’re going to charge vet high prices, make sure it’s ALL good. It’s not London, it’s South Wraxall.
Gastronomize . 2020-02-09
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An excellent Sunday lunch at a warm and friendly country pub, it’s a rare thing these days to experience such quality of food, atmosphere and service, we will return at our earliest opportunity.
Morganforme . 2020-02-09
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Booked in advance and we were seated out the back. First point - in general, the food was very good. Fresh baked bread and wings were well received to start with. Pork belly and fresh fish were very good. The battered fish and chips - batter was not crunchy and served with fries, not chips - would really have liked chips (fries are French!) as listed on the menu (and in the traditional English section). Our biggest disappointment was the time taken between courses. In all, we were seated for close on three hours for snacks, main and dessert. The dessert was good, but not worth the nearly 60 minute wait with small portion sizes. The two staff working the floor were very friendly, but communication on delays was poor and we had to ask for side plates and for table to be cleared. To be fair, we think that they just didn't have the capacity to deal with so many tables and orders at once. If not for the significant delays (which were not compensated in any way), we would have rated the experience higher. But overall, we would be unlikely to return if in the area.
AUSLion . 2020-01-27
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Really well prepared and high quality dishes.Very pleasant service though with only two people appearing to serve the entire restaurant it meant they were under pressure.I think an additional one or two members of staff would make it all perfect,particularly on a fully booked Saturday night.Nevetheless my belly of pork was probably the best I have eaten!
1949SteveB . 2019-12-15
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A return visit to the Longs Arms for a meal with old friends. As always, we were warmly received, and shown to a table in their newly renovated dining room. An excellent choice of wines and then a Christmas menu which showed off the quality of the dining. Absolutely superb. Highly recommended.
631nigelg . 2019-12-08
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Just had Sunday lunch with my daughter, son in law and 9month old granddaughter . The welcome is warm and the food is superb. I can't fault it.
T1459UEpeterm . 2019-12-08
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