The Old Inn in Taunton Deane

Absolute gem of a pub! Although food isn’t an option now. Tommi is a fab landlord, and is absolutely welcoming of people bringing in their own food which is awesome, and actually works better and saves pennies! Great atmosphere and great pub!

Used to be great local but now so run down by pub company owners and disinterested manager really abysmal place. Such a pity as attractive inn located in lovely village/suburb is now terrible I wouldn’t even take my dog in there! Deserves much more tlc if it is to survive.

What a dissapointment. Absolutely Filthy, bar staff non excistant, and a manager who is sleeping on sofa and has no drive! No food, no atmosphere, music loud, and a dog that barks all the time. The village thought it would be great once new company/manager took over. Well we refuse to go. Please bring this pub back to a thriving busy pub, get a manager with passion and experience. And wants to include the village.

Not ales on offer, had to fall back on Guinness

New landlord is nice, beers tasty, great place. Rooms are being renovated but ideal for a pit stop.

Tried the Sunday roast today under the new Chef, Andrew. It was one of the best roasts eating out that I think I’ve ever had. I opted for the belly pork which was just delicious. Melt in your mouth meat with a crunch from the fat on top. Our friends had the beef which was also melt in your mouth. Vegetables cooked to perfection and roast potatoes amazing. The plates were all cleaned. Nothing was left on any of our plates. Good choice of desserts but too full up to order one. This pub is definitely going places. Since Jayne, the Landlady, took over in January 2023, the difference she’s made has been remarkable. The bar staff in place now are friendly and professional. I highly recommend booking a meal here. You really won’t be disappointed. It’s extremely reasonable too. All in all, a great asset to the village and beyond.

Went for Sunday lunch and had a roast, it was fantastic! Apparently a new chef, so top marks. Will definitely go again...

Really good village pub with lots of character and very friendly and helpful staff. We were there for a wake following a funeral, and the catering was excellent. Top class.

The Old Inn has been brought back to life by the new Landlady, Jayne, who’s been at the pub coming up a year in January. Alongside the friendly atmosphere, safe environment, great home cooked food and community events, the pub has now launched its new takeaway menu. It’s absolutely amazing. Ten times better than the fish and chip shop. Freshly cooked and wrapped in authentic chip paper. The chips are incredible! Highly recommend the curry sauce and the mushy peas. Extremely reasonable prices. We absolutely loved it and will definitely order takeaway again. Pick up from the pub. Highly recommended.

I have known this formerly delightful pub for 60 years and recall how it has always been an iconic retreat known for its characterful ambiance and great food. I was shocked to see what it has become on a recent visit. The attractive part of the pub has been closed up and what remains is not worth visiting. Sad.

Been going to The Old Inn in Bishops Hull for about 5 months now, following it changing hands, which has made it a great community friendly pub. Jayne, the Landlady, goes out of her way to make sure your visit is enjoyable in a safe and welcoming way, her 'no nonsense' approach is refreshing. You could easily walk in on your own and feel absolutely fine. All food is homemade by Jayne and is absolutely delicious. We have worked our way through a lot of the menu as it's really difficult to decide on what to have as it all looks amazing! We can highly recommend the homemade steak and ale pie and the lasagne is also one of our firm favourites. The Sunday roasts are really good, too and also the quick bites are brilliant if you just want something a bit smaller. In saying that, the portions are always generous. All reasonably priced. There is a Seniors menu on a Wednesday, which is great. £10 for 2 courses. Extremely good value for money. There are always events taking place catering for the whole community, whether it be a teddy bear's picnic, a dog show, karaoke, live music and lots more. It doesn't take long to feel like a local and be part of pub life. A really nice way to spend an afternoon or evening. Highly recommended.

Called for a drink and to meet up with friends. Seems like a great pub and the food looked good. Would Def go back if we were in the area. Reccomended

New year owners have refreshed the place and made a huge difference. Food was really good. We had the fish n chips and the chicken burger, both super hot freshly cooked. Apparently the chef makes their own batter for the fish (was awesome) and the chips were similar to triple cooked with crunchy crisp outside and fluffy inside... Really tasty. Very friendly staff and a much nicer atmosphere. We're going back to eat our way thru the menu!

Very friendly pub, exceptional food I Stopped in hoping for late Sunday lunch. Didn’t really want a roast but that’s Sunday menu. I you are going to Offer a limited menu make it great food. I opted for pork and chicken mix so glad I did superb old school home cooking fresh local produce; tasty pork, moist chicken peas, carrots, beans,cabbage, Yorkshire pudding, roasties, mash and gravy. Wow yummy I will put on my regular Sunday menu.

Amazing food, proper pub food. Amazing roast dinner. One of the best I’ve had. The new owners amazing and really helpful.

We used to drink in this village pub 10 years ago. However, it went downhill under poor management so we left. Ten years on, this pub has been taken over 4 months ago by a new landlady, Jane. She has turned this pub around making it one of the nicest pubs you could wish for. The locals are both welcoming and friendly. Jane works tirelessly hard to ensure you have a great experience, are looked after and nothing is too much trouble. The food is all homemade. It’s absolutely delicious. Highly recommend the steak and ale pie. Absolutely amazing! The lasagne was incredible, too. If you are on your own, in a couple or a family, this pub caters for everyone. Definitely a great all rounder. Highly recommended.

Just had Sunday lunch there today with a friend. Choice of meats with vegetables. The roast beef and chicken were perfectly cooked, very tender and moist, the vegetables were cooked to perfection also, still a hint of crispness, not overcooked as often that’s the case in many restaurants. The food arrived at the table “piping hot”, steam was rising from the food on the plates, what a pleasure to tuck into a superb Sunday roast lunch. It was the best Sunday lunch I’d eaten in a long time. A HUGE Thankyou to the cook and waitress who served us.

Sunday lunch was absolutely fantastic today. Great service, atmosphere and food. Would definitely recommend and look forward to the next meal. 10/10.

Lovely homemade cooked Sunday lunch.friendly staff & service.well done Jane & staff. Will book again in future.

Closed in a Saturday afternoon. No notice on door or Google. Edit- fair enough, will pop back next time.

Great place to pop in for drink or to even stay a while. Good prices. The landlord and the locals here made us feel so welcome. By the 3rd night we were actually sad to be leaving taunton. We will definitely return!

Great little country pub landlord offered me to pitch tent for the night in there garden was much appreciated

For our first time visit tonight me and my wife have nothing but praise for both the staff and the locals in The old Inn. From the moment we walked in we felt welcome and relaxed. The service was top notch and the food went well above our expectation. We Was even invited to a friendly game of darts with some of the local team. To say we have come away impressed doesn't begin to cover it.

Went for karaoke night very good. Everyone really friendly.

Good service. Well kept beer. Good atmosphere.

Just popped in for a quick drink middle of a walk.Nice welcome. Sat by the fire. Could have stayed all afternoon.

I dropped in hoping they might serve a Sunday lunch. However the place was empty except for one other customer. they don't serve food. Both the bar man and other customer were glued to the TV (only fools and horses repeat) while rap music at full volume blared out. I drank up and left.

Feels like a bit of a "locals" pub but we were welcomed and the landlord offered to cook for us if we indeed wanted food! What a result, probably the best burger I've had in a looooong time! If you're there, take the Rodeo Burger and don't look back; tasty, chunky as hell and served with the nicest chips I've had in a while, no frozen potato here! Doggo friendly too :-)

We visited the old Inn for our first night out at a pub , there was plenty of space to sit socially distanced for others , service was great and fast , and the burgers were amazing!!! , and small play area for the children is great too , would definitely recommend!!

Came here after a funeral, they sorted us out and we really appreciate it!

We had a lovely meal here last night, then stayed for a couple pints. The food was really great and was a lovely atmosphere. Staff and owner are really inviting and welcoming. Can't wait to go back!

Great little village pub, super food and atmosphere. 3 course carvery with all the trimmings for a decent price.

Very friendly, and the food & drink was nice enough. The car park can be tricky to find and, on our Wednesday lunchtime visit, food took a little while as they were struggling a bit with the logistics. But we were able to dine in without a reservation 🙂

Had an enjoyable meal for the first time in this pub. Have lived in Bishops Hull for years and have always tried the Old Inn when new owners take it on. In the past it has been mostly dissapointing but new owners have made a real difference. The food was simple but good and a friendly atmosphere. There was a local real ale available.

Great pub food in the village. Really recommend the burgers, great friendly atmosphere and service.

Great hosts put me up at a moment's notice, good breakfast too 👍

Best garden after a walk for a beer

Called in for a drink after an afternoon of waiting for my mum to be seen at the hospital. Given a very warm welcome by the landlady and landlord. Looks like a lovely local pub

Very nice local and friendly village pub

Great all round and friendly staff

Lovely ambience. Lots of character. Welcoming and a treat.

Love this pub want to stay for Christmas day, they have a lovely Dog there.

The management and staff of this family friendly and dog friendly village pub, have, in the short time they've been there created one of the safest and friendly pub environments you could wish for. Perhaps the lady in question could have considered acting in a more adult and measured way than simply by her own admission, lashing out at a 4 year old Staffordshire blue who simply loves to play with all manner of dogs and has done almost her entire life at that establishment with no trouble at all. Having witnessed the events on the day, the lady was screaming hysterically, and was invited by the owner to 'calm down' and didn't protest as to the dogs previously good behaviour, there was no need. There was perhaps the need for a muzzle and a lead on that day, I think the lady and society would benefit enormously if she volunteered to wear one!!

To the above review about dogs, I happen know all the dogs there and they are always friendly and want to play with all visiting dogs, to say over reacting is an understatement, what a load of old bollocks!!!

Fantastic place with an amazing atmosphere. Stayed here for 2 nights and it felt like home. Food is outstanding and the staff can't do enough for you. Really chilled atmosphere and the locals are welcoming and friendly. Rooms are basic but the beds are so comfy which is all you really need. The owner can't do enough for you and makes you feel like you're part of his family. Would defo recommend for a cheap and cheerful get away in the most gorgeous surroundings.

Took drinks to pub garden with our dog on a lead. Loose dogs surrounded us!! Would not leave us alone then grey staffie started attacking our dog. Tried hard to get it off as it was continually snarling and trying to bite. Moved to far side of garden, dog's intent didn't lessen. Picked up our dog as now very fearful for her life!! Screamed and screamed for help, trying all the time to get this dog off - off of both of us now!!!! Swinging bag at it and trying to kick it off. Owner finally arrives and just says "it isn't normally like this" and walks off. Nobody from the "pub" came to assist us. My daughter had to get the owner of the pub. He arrives and fixes the fence which had broken during attack and also says "it isn't normally like this". He refused to give me the owner's name and address, to report the dog. He said nothing to the owner and left us with my daughter crying and dog visibly distressed. We left very upset, especially my daughter, and have reported the attack to the Police and Dog Warden. DO NOT GO TO THIS PUB - THE ATTITUDE OF THE STAFF IS APPALLING AND FRANKLY WE ALL WERE LUCKY TO COME OUT UNINJURED

A local pub for local people not very friendly and Rooms smell like wet dogs.

This is a review of the Old Inn as a B&B and not as a place to eat. The breakfast we had on morning one was OK, certainly nothing special. The welcome was unsmiling and we were made to feel almost like an inconvenience. The room was basic. No wardrobe, just a set of shelves with a flimsy hanging attachment. No waste bin. Toilet and bathrooms are up the corridor, toilet didn’t even have a working lock! Tea and coffee facilities in the corridor. The tea we made on the second morning smelt, I think the little milk tubs may have been off. Corridor is dark and lit with motion detecting lights. They come on too late to be useful. My wife is still nursing a strained foot where she fell on a step. The bar clientele were about the most loud and foul mouthed that I have ever seen and I am broad minded. The revelry carried on till well past the early hours and we were kept awake for most of the night with sounds of groaning, banging and muttering along the corridor. No breakfast on morning two but that didn’t matter because we weren’t keen on having a breakfast cooked by one of the main revellers the night before. We did receive an unsolicited message apologizing for the failure to provide a breakfast and they did provide a refund for that. I don’t wish the owners any ill and I hope they make a success of their venture, but I think they need to seriously up their game if it’s not going to fail in the not to distant future. Suffice it to say, I won’t be returning under any circumstances.

A work in progress but lovely people and puppies x

Truly amazed at the transformation that Barry has made to our local. The atmosphere, the service, the food and the decor are absolutely superb. See you again soon.

The pub was friendly enough, Looks nice from the outside. Unfortunately the food was really quite poor. The menu really didn't have much choice.The starters were a choice of just 3.. it did take a while to get our steaks, then I didn't actually get what I asked for. Medium Rare wasn't.. Music was loud and not my choice, but had to listen to it. (heavy rock) Poor seating arrangements made it more like a workmans pub. Yet its in a beautiful village. Needs some input into the menu and inside.

Never changes still a lovely old pub, great smoking area outside with heaters play area for kids,nice car park...

I came here for a curry with some friends and all I can say it was one of the best curries I’ve had and I would recommend it too anyone.

I go around trying out food at different places near where I live and went to The Old Inn at Bishop's Hull, Taunton, Somerset,U.K . The Sunday roast was that good I go there every Sunday. Some weeks they do a Carvery, on Sunday. Lovely bar and there's the other end of premise to eat or eat at tables in the bar. Friendly for all the family. Good place to hold A wake, as it is near Taunton Crematoriam.Food Sunday is noon to 4pm. Worth a visit.

Quirkiest village pub ever, great service and fun atmosphere, outdoor sheltered area, skittle alley and juke box

Lovely traditional pub friendly great juke box will definitely go again

Nice place very Friendly. Good food.

We have passed this pub many times and not given it a second look, having heard it was under new management we thought we would give it ago on Valentine's day, the decor inside the restaurant was very cosy, the young staff are very friendly and eager to help.Now the food....let's just say we left nothing! The steak was cooked to perfection, nicely presented and very tasty.Under the new management this pub and restaurant has the potential to be a fantastic local pub which will draw in people from all over.

Great pub free Sunday lunchtime snacks, real country pub atmosphere, large car park, well worth a visit

Clean, tidy, open space and a very friendly pub.

A lovely welcoming pub with an amazing landlord x

Great place to eat and drink also do bed and breakfast

Having previously had an excellent meal there, I recommended it for my sisters birthday meal.

I was travelling south with family when we called ahead and asked if there was any chance that we would be able to have food if we arrived at 9pm, not really expecting that the kitchen would still be open at that time on a Wednesday night. To our surprise we were assured that this would not be a problem. We got there just after 9pm and were offered an extensive menu. We ordered 2 sirloin steaks, scampi and a chicken dish. We were not disappointed. The steaks (excellent quality) we cooked to our liking on hot stones and were also given a large bowl of salad to share. All of the meals were delicious and we had a lovely chat with the staff who were very friendly. Unfortunately we are not likely to be back in this part of the country in the near future but would recommend the locals to give it a go.

I occasionally play skittles here with a ladies skittles team

Great food..seriously large portions and priced very reasonably. If you like Thatchers cider you'll not leave. Fun staff and locals. Worth a visit!

Was told by hotel owner that it had recently changed hands so gave it a try. A locals pub that does food. Good size portions. Tried the steak pie and the beef was melt in your mouth tender and tasty. So went back following night and had rack of ribs. Cooked beautifully. Prices are very reasonable, some would say cheap. Was made to feel welcome in what is a locals pub

My mate runs it and dog friendly

Pleasant atmosphere, staff attentive but appeared surprised to have customers in the restaurant. Food was nice, well presented and tasty. Good beer. I would come here again.

Unless you are a tradesman and football fan with a van or pickup truck and a dog you should avoid this pub.

Welcoming stuff, all clean and tasteful decorated, good beer and a lovely labrador

Lovely atmosphere, staff were so nice friendly polite, food was fantastic. Roast beef was so tasty. Hope to come back. We went back later and what a difference. The young man serving on the Sunday afternoon was so nice. The woman serving in the evening not so. The atmosphere changed. Nothing to make you want to go back. Shame.

Fantastic village pub offering amazing food and well kept beers and a very welcoming atmosphere 😎

Our local pub has had a much needed change of landlord. Early signs promising so we decided to try the newly launched Sunday lunches as a group of 10. Adults 2 courses for £10 children 2 courses £5. Children's deal includes free drink. For the price it was very good. 5 types of veg. You can have all meats on the plate if you are greedy like me. Just pleased we can now pop up to the village pub for a decent meal. Village bar side is also much improved.

We visited as part of a large group for Sunday lunch and were all really impressed!

Nice pub, food very good. Not enough staff working on the night of my visit, big party & only one lady serving.

New landlord very friendly & accommodating. Restaurant being refurbished, limited bar menu but very reasonable prices & actually very good food too. Lots of locals, pool, music, very loud at times. Will return when dining area complete

Friendly warm place fantastic food

Popped in this pub for a drink on Wed 7th Feb about 7ish. It was filthy, there were old dog chews littering the floor and 2 dogs pestering you continuously. No ales on. There were two of us and we went and sat away from the bar. A customer then put the jukebox on and demanded the music be turned up until we could not have a conversation. we moved to a quieter area nearer the bar,making it obvious why we had moved, the same customer, followed us back to the bar and then turned the music up where we were sitting. He was obviously in charge and did not want anyone else in the pub. The Landlord/barman shrugged his shoulders and did nothing. We drank and left.

New landlord, new attitude, thank goodness. Great beers, great range of wine and a real positive attitude. Kitchen is opening soon and if his tapas inspired buffets are anything to go by the food is going to be good.

Lovely country pub sadly not cooking at no due to kitchen refurb.

The pub is under new management and they have already made a real difference in smartening it up and getting some decent beers in. Nice friendly atmosphere with a very cute Labrador dog who is child friendly The restaurant is due to open in the new year and it looks like it will be good and nice addition to the village.

The food was okay and the atmosphere was good. The only thing that was not so good was the fact that it was quite small and crowded.

Nice and cozy hotel with very good service.

Yo realmente quería poder escribir una excelente crítica, pero en honestidad. Este solía ser un vibrante pub local y el bar era la joya de la corona. Luego hace muchos años el bar lounge fue extendida en una habitación detrás, y nunca parece haber recuperado de la pérdida de un ambiente acogedor. El lounge bar es ahora efectivamente dividido en tres de la extensión, en el otro lado de la escalera que conduce a el alojamiento de los propietarios; la parte antigua lounge, donde el fuego; luego de un solo paso a la parte donde hay algunos asientos confortables, una mesa o dos, y la barra en sí. En el extremo izquierdo de la barra está el acceso a la puerta de la cocina, además de una pasarela a través del bar principal en el otro lado. Es un edificio antiguo, así que mientras que las dos barras están de vuelta a vuelta, porque las paredes son muy gruesas hay varios pies entre ellos. (De hecho, un momento en el que el bar salón era la antigua oficina de correos del pueblo, se puede ver las marcas en la pared donde la pared de seguridad post solía ser por la puerta). La parte principal del bar solía ser una casa independiente (más antiguo). Está claro que vemos en fotos - El bar es un largo, blanco, bajo el tejado, y aunque ahora es de baldosas, parece haber sido paja una vez. El bar salón está en un edificio construido de ladrillo taller. Hace unos años el Old Post Office lado - ahora el bar lounge - fue remarcada como comedor en la vieja posada (@ o algo similar), que está adornado al otro lado de la fachada del edificio. Hay un aparcamiento privado en la parte posterior, pub, aunque también dispone de parking en la calle.

Viajamos a los obispos para un servicio funeral Hull que se celebró cerca. Paramos en un hotel al otro lado de la carretera, pero quería ver el fútbol por la noche. Nos hicieron sentir muy bienvenidos por mina y el Hoste, que eran clientes habituales en el bar. Había un montón de bromas desenfadado con respecto a la división Norte Sur, que probablemente fue instigada por nosotros mismos. Hay varias cervezas locales y sidras para probar, mi hermano y encontramos la sidra a su gusto nublado. En general, un encantador pub que tiene mucho para ofrecer. Por desgracia, mi equipo de fútbol perdido.

My last visit here will be my last, although I am told it has improved. Food was dreadful, service very slow and landlord very rude and ignorant. I said I would never go back.

Habiendo recordado este pub village desde años pasados, tenía ganas de volver a una reunión familiar para celebrar un cumpleaños.

Standard village local. Food is cheap and cheerful - good value for money, but not special. A very typical village pub - clearly popular with locals for a pint, darts and music

Lovely homecooked food at very reasonable prices. The lamb in a honey and rosemary sauce was incredibly tasty as was the Goan Curry the following day. Big portions, I couldn't finish mine. Owner and staff made me feel very welcome.

Excelente relación calidad-precio en la comida grande comidas sabor y s muy acogedor sin duda hace servicio volveremos y lo recomendaría a mis amigos lugar encantador y amable con un pequeño jardín para los niños, lo cual siempre es una ventaja

Buena amable local. reiniciar el servicio de comida tras una reforma. Yo entiendo las críticas eran excelentes menús. Lo mejor de la suerte en reapertura

El Old Inn era un restaurante agradable, pero muy tranquilo. La comida era muy buena y abundante para el dinero. El servicio era un poco lento, pero muy agradable. Es el tipo de lugar que no es nada especial, pero agradable.

Muy decepcionado. No había comida disponible, no muy acogedor, muy básica dentro. No volvería

Food was OK but not perfect, the atmosphere was non existent. It was nicely furnished, and had potential, but there seemed to be no interest.

The last couple of times we have been we have not felt welcomed the service was not good either. This pub should be packed with people at lunch time but the atmosphere is awful we won't be going back or recommending it

We had two orders of the grilled trout and one pork belly. Another member of our party had the ham, egg and chips. All excellent. Service was fast and friendly. And a good selection of vegetables included. Plus, nice beers and cider on tap. All very reasonably priced. Good parking in the back and very clean toilets.

Excellent food. Sunday lunch was great. Lovely beef and plenty of fresh, home cooked, hot vegetables.Would recommend.

Lovely village pub really good food,good portion size we was made to feel very welcome. would highly recommend

Great food and excellent portions, also all freshly cooked, made us feel very welcome.Old style pub and restaurant, which is hard to find these days.