The Royal Forester in Redditch

We called to see if they could accommodate us with a table for 10, it was a last minute thing as we had just walked out of another restaurant after waiting 2 hours for a table we gad ore booked. I must say they were exceptional, really helpful, friendly and welcoming, the food was outstanding staff were really friendly and really made you feel at home, great atmosphere and surroundings, would really recommend The Royal Forester, a hidden gem

Went here this evening and it was very quiet, the staff were very friendly. We waited nearly 2 hours for overcooked pasta a mediocre vegan burger with soggy onion rings. They did give us complimentary olives and bread; and 20% off the bill. But the food was awful and the wait was just too long, won’t be revisiting

Enjoyable Sunday lunch with family. My roast beef was cooked to perfection (pink) as was the roast potatoes (crunchy) and fresh crunchy vegetables. Kids enjoyed their food and puddings as well. Good value and good service 👏

Lovley pub, great atmosphere. We had dinner here as there was a band playing in the tepee we wanted to see. Friendly staff.

I was invited there on a Sunday by my husband for Sunday lunch as we have worked hard all week and it felt like a treat, it's a lovely country pub that we have been to previously just for drinks though, this was the first time for food as we have heard some great things about this place, we ordered the carve your own chicken which came with veg and potatoes, the chicken was very dry, the potatoes tasted reheated it felt like both have been sitting under a heated lamp for a couple of hours unfortunately. The veg was cold and not enough of it, 1 carrot and 1 parsnip and the gravy had no taste. I would visit again for drinks and not food

Regular visitors to The Royal Forester, 5 of us most weekends for their Sunday lunch but also on other occasions for meals for two of us and the food is always fantastic. Quality locally sourced ingredients, highly recommended.

Had a £44 voucher for a deluxe afternoon tea for my birthday and used it here. We were very disappointed with the presentation and quality of the food. We were offered tea, coffee and prosecco which we said yes to, but on leaving we were told we had to pay for the prosecco. This should have been made clear at the beginning. As you can see from the photo it looks a very sad offering, there is no salad or fruit. The cakes are all squashed up on the top and sandwiches look very sad on the bottom. Certainly not worth £44 in my opinion, and also £15 for the 2 glasses of prosecco, totalling £59.

When we arrived we were shown to our table and asked if we wanted tea, coffee and prosecco to which we said yes. These were served and then the afternoon tea was brought over. We were extremely disappointed in the quality of the sandwiches and cakes. We were served between 2 of us 9 small finger sandwiches, 2 scones and 4 small sponge cakes. The scones were rock hard and the cakes stale so we left them. I would hardly call this deluxe. We expected far more and better quality for this price. This wasn't even good enough to be a standard afternoon tea. £44 when it cost probably far less than £10 to produce, what made it worse was that on leaving we were asked to pay £15 for the prosecco. We had presumed that this was the "deluxe" aspect of the afternoon tea, but clearly not. We were confused as we hadn't asked for the prosecco, we were offered it. Has they said "would you like anything else to drink" we would then have assumed that we would have to pay extra for it, but this wasn't the case. I have emailed the Royal Forester twice but they have failed to respond.

I and 15 members of the same family went for a Boxing day meal. The meal was very poor. if it had not been a party quite a few would had sent it back, the fish was served with potato wedges and not chips as on menu, and not edible. fish was dry tasted as if it had all been warmed up and left under a heat lamp for hours .very disappointed. i have phoned and had a poor response he said "I will get to the bottom of it" I expect a bit more after spending that amount of money.

11 of us at £90 a head went today for Christmas dinner.the soup starter Was cold tasteless and inedible.the turkey main meal was ok but no potatoes because they where so burnt and hard you could not get a fork in them .the pudding was shop bought and average.would never recommend here to anyone.

What a gem. Hadn’t been for years as it wasn’t great but now it’s definitely one to keep going back to. Neither of our friends had been and they were knocked out with it. Great place to take your dog to too. Lovely staff and greeting. Lovely wood burner and a nice cosy place to eat. Shaun served us nothing was too much trouble. They even have a bell on the table if you need anything! Fabulous menu and great for vegetarians or vegans. Everything we ordered was cooked perfectly and extremely tasty. Shouldn’t have had a pudding as we really didn’t have any room, but we did. Absolutely amazing

Sunday lunch excellent quality and value for money - lovely atmosphere. Would highly recommend Sharing platters for Sunday are excellent

Excellent food, I like my food to be temperature hot and it was. I had the belly pork which was 10/10 Highly recommend. The staff were very attentive & courteous too

We had my wifes 60th birthday party at the Royal Forester for over 30 guests. The facilities provided were great and very child friendly and the buffet was excellent value. The staff were very friendly and helpful and contributed to a succesful afternoon. A lovely stress-free venue to organise a gathering. Would highly recommend

I was staying over with a friend for two days walking. Nice pub, great staff, but the food was very average. The curry was very dry and quite tasteless. The menu suggests the food options are more pub grub, which was all we needed. Good selection of draught beers though.

Enjoyed an impromptu visit due to our original venue choice being closed, what a stroke of good luck! Delicious home-cooked food, piping hot and, considering the quality, INCREDIBLY good value! Our choice was a Minced Venison pie with fresh veg and new potatoes. Great selection of beers (it was lunchtime so didn’t try wine) and again, these were VERY reasonably priced. We’ll behaved dogs welcome, which is a great bonus as the Wyre Forest visitors centre is a couple of hundred yards down the road! This is NOT a chain pub so the food is cooked after you ordered and not ‘pinged’ cook-chilled mass produced stodge by a microwave jockey! Worth the wait!

Our first time staying at the Royal Foresters, I don’t think it will be our last. Our room was a really good size, it was clean and we had plenty of room and a nice big tv for the size of the room. We enjoyed our breakfasts, I had a lovely omelet. We arrived early evening and ate at the restaurant. My partner tells me the ham egg and chips were delicious and my steak was tasty and cooked to perfection. We will definitely be staying, and eating here again in the future.

Stopped at the foresters for a pint in the sun. Got pekish so ordered a steak ciabatta was cooked to perfection couldn't recommend enough

We went to celebrate my son’s birthday & it turned out to be the best birthday treat for him! The food was amazing! Lots of vegetarian options as well as a good selection of meat & fish dishes! The puddings were delicious too! It was so reasonably priced for the quality of food! Staff were very friendly & attentive! Lovely surroundings! Highly recommend this venue!

We were a family group of 7 having a late Sunday lunch to celebrate a birthday. The food - roasts and vegetarian (pasta) - was all cooked very well and served at the same time. There was plenty of veg, the service was attentive and the friendly chef came out to check everything was ok. Highly recommend the home made bread and butter pudding, made that morning.

Excellent and speedy service, tasty afternoon tea. Used a voucher we got for Christmas. Dog friendly in the bar area. Plenty of off road parking

We moved local to the Forester in 2020. We were so pleased to be within walking distance to a countryside pub - but every time we've tried, which is a lot - its been a disappointment. I so wish that this was not the case. We would love to have a good local pub to take visitors to! I won't go into detail of all the previous times we have eaten or ordered from here, as this would not be fair. We stayed away for over 12 months, whilst they were rated 1* for food hygiene - which, considering they had two consecutive 1* ratings a year apart, is hard to comprehend. Anyway, having recently received a 4*, we thought we would give them another go, wanting to support a local business in the new year, when we know that lots of people don't eat out. First impression was not good. There was no 'welcome', and even though I was all smiles and said that we had made a reservation, my smile was not mirrored in the host and we were taken to a cramped table against a wall. This is peronal preference I suppose, but considering 90% of the tables were unoccupied, I did think this was an odd choice. We sat down and immediately realised there was a massive oversight in the lighting design. They have low hanging lights over the tables, with high wattage bulbs. It was blinding! I know this might sound really fussy - but I dare anyone to sit in front of that for an evening meal and not leave without a headache. We asked to move to a table where there was a light out, which they were fine with. I had the venison pie, my partner opted for the burger. The pie arrived with four tiny jacket potatoes. The menu had stated 'roast potatoes'. I mentioned this and asked for some chips instead, which they were happy to provide (thank you). The pie was ok. A bit too salty, and the pastry was soggy, as if it had been microwaved, but it was perfectly edible. The best way to describe the chips would be day old reheated potato wedges - hard, dry and tasteless. My partners burger, although tasty, was very small... I think most people (with larger appetites) would lift the top of the bun and say... 'where is it'? There was no cheese, relish etc. I think that the restaurant is being run by people who really do not know what they are doing and have no experience - so I do sympathise. But at the same time, as locals, it would be so nice to have place that we can walk to for a nice meal. I am hoping that one day soon, this will be the case - please! For this to happen I would imagine that significant investment is required - which in the current economic climate, may not come soon. We will endeavour to try again in the future, if we hear reports of improvement. I am sorry if the 2* offends... I was going to go for 3*, but as 3* is 'average'... it had to be a 2, as the offering we received was below average. I do not like writing poor reviews - almost all of my reviews are celebrating places that are getting it right, so I'm not a serial complainer - but having been disappointed time after time here, I'm frustrated and want it to change.

Had a fantastic New Years Eve with Sean and the team at the Forresters. The NYE menu had something for everyone and was cooked and served to perfection. Not easy on a busy night. However, the most outstanding aspect of the Forrester were the staff. Professional, pleasant and nothing was too much trouble. Top marks! The band ( The Starving Rascals ) had the place bouncing, see them if you can.

Not the best date night! We went with a voucher…2 adults for a 3 course meal Dark decor…and (not to sound disrespectful!…but the host we were greeted with was French & didn’t understand him very well…sorry!) The waitress after that was lovely though!😃 Starters were lovely!….chicken wings & mushroom bruschetta 🥖 Mains….rump steak (we asked for medium rear) weren’t the best! Borderline rear if you ask me.. Chips & mushrooms were nice though 👍🏻 Pudding…waffles & ice cream was lovely! I asked the young lady (who delivered our food & drinks later on!) for a small glass of house WHITE wine 🍷……..I was served RED 🫣 OVERALL…maybe put the specials (2 for £12 & voucher deals on a separate menu?) 🔥We found it hard to figure out our deal & had to ask more than once! 🔥Ask your customers if they’d like white, red or rose wine!

Staff were helpful and friendly. Breakfast had a lot of variety and fresh fruit, etc. It is just a short walk to the Wyre Forest Go Ape and lovely walks in it.

Lunchtime visit Sunday 14/8/22. Fantastic place, great food at reasonable prices, staff were polite friendly and helpful. Food very tasty. They are also pet friendly. Will definitely visit again, Highly Recommended.

Went for an afternoon tea using a red letter days voucher with my wife and young daughter. On arrival we were shown to our table and asked if our daughter would like a sandwich of her own as part of the tea for 2 (This was a really nice touch and our daughter really enjoyed her sandwich and sharing the cakes). The afternoon tea was by far the best we have had. Quality ingredients and all really fresh. Would highly recommend the afternoon tea. We have had a meal at this restaurant in the past and again it was clear to see and taste that quality ingredients were used. We will certainly be visiting again! Pleased to be supporting a local business that offers quality.

Sunday crap lunch never recommend anyone you like to visit unless its just to use the loo.firt and last time for us

We’ve been here many times in the past for both dinner and Sunday lunch, and it was always very good. Sad to say, something has changed. We had a nice starter, but our roast was not enjoyable at all. The belly pork was served with...

We went for a family lunch on Sunday 28 November. The food was awful. I had leek and pea risotto which was watery and tasteless. My husband had roast pork which was all fat and wasn't crispy. Staff were ignorant and we were in a...

Decor nice, although a little dark. Rooms dated but functional. Maybe a little extra care taken when cleaning the bathroom, but the rest of room spotless and bed linen smelt fresh. Staff were friendly and helpful. Breakfast was superb, plenty of choice. Dinner was good...

Despite both website and sign saying “Breakfast: 9-12” they were not willing to serve us any food at 11:45am. The waitress and chef just smiled sweetly but were not interested in our custom as they were apparently “on a break”. Go figure.

A friend and I stopped for breakfast on our way to the races at Ludlow. The choice was excellent, and the food freshly cooked with quality ingredients. The service was attentive and friendly and we both thoroughly enjoyed our meal.

We were greeted by a young friendly and professional team who looked after us for the 2 night stay The room was spacious and comfortable with a walk in shower.We also ate there both nights and had breakfast and the quality of the ingredients were...

I dropped in for a pint after work. I then decided to eat after looking at the menu. The food was perfect. I am not an easy pleaser but credit where it is due. 👍

Saturday night meal with my daughter, & she booked here for a meal. Service was extremely good, with the press the buzzer system for service. Menu was a bit different, but with plenty of choice. Duck Salad Starter was extremely tasty, as was the Cauliflower...

well what a great place, been here years ago and it was just awful. The building along with the staff was warm and welcoming. Theye have a great sytem where if you need a member of staff you press a buzzer and they are they...

Stopped in for lunch after doing Go Ape just up the road in a wet summer’s afternoon on a Thursday. The family had burgers, cod, salads and rotisserie chicken. The sides of chilli broccoli stalks that were in a buffalo sauce. Desserts were had as...

Had a lovely afternoon with my husband enjoying an afternoon tea with prosecco. I was brought it as a gift so I was hoping it would be nice. I can't recommend this pub highly enough. On arrival we were 10 minutes late. The young man...

The fish was almost all batter with a trace of fish inside and our friends food was nothing special and we all commented that it used to be so much better here. Service was slow and there were not many customers and plenty of staff....

Shockingly not good this time Went here the last night before lockdown... have been before and could only say good things.. sadly not on this occasion... we ordered 2 x ribeye steaks, they were not cooked as ordered, served cold and sadly we couldn’t warm...

Fantastic food, great service, even has a bell when you are ready to order. Thank you for another great night Sean and team keeping us all safe.

What a fabulous lunch. The food was excellent especially the rack of lamb which was so tasty. You can tell how good it was we all stopped talking and just ate our meals. Had been told it was good and certainly exceeded my expectations. Probably one of the best meals I’ve had this year. Really friendly service and COVID secure. We sat outside. Will definitely be back. Apparently the breakfasts are fantastic too !

Had a lovely pizza and always enjoy their steaks! Polite staff to :) small car park but there is a rear car park onto a field.

Don’t bother You ask to write more words Why should we are not happy Never been here will never return

Great food, great atmosphere and enjoyed the piano player as a nice bonus! Recommend after a walk in The Forest.

I have never been anywhere so rude. Walked in to enquire about a table for lunch with the dogs in tow and told ‘not today’. Dogs are allowed in the bar area however they had put a function in there whilst an empty restaurant remained. They have a conservatory but they had removed all the tables from it and the ladies response was ‘you can eat off your lap’. I mean if I wanted to eat off my lap I would of stopped at home. She went out of her way to be hostile, rude and not once apologised or tried to accommodate us. She happily refused our business and quickly showed us the door. Even when we asked for help to find another local restaurant as we were unable to get signal and didn’t know the area that well. She continued to be rude, obnoxious and quite frankly patronising. This has been a place I have visited a few times and have enjoyed the food but after today’s situation I will no longer be taking my custom or recommending any further custom to this establishment.

Will start with the positive, good food and nicely presented.However, upon arrival we did not appear to be expected despite a telephone booking. We were a party of 3 and shown to two x 2 tables put together but of differing heights and styles. Unfortunately both table tops were sticky !!! and one had congealed food stuck to the surface. The cutlery was dirty and we needed to request it was replaced, also requested the table tops be cleaned. An adjacent table subsequently complained about their sticky table top. No table covering, mats or coasters provided, Service Staff were pleasant enough but forgetful and slow, and the lunch took almost one hour to arrive although the restaurant was not at all busy at the time. Definitely will not be returning in the short term. JK.

Although we had booked a table, so one would have thought we were expected, apparently "its unusual to have people eating in the restaurant on a Saturday lunchtime"!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!Service was very slow, no idea why as in truth there seemed to be very few people eating - I wouldn't want to return when they were busy!The food when it eventually arrived was good.

We were staying locally and called in for lunch Staff were very pleasant Food was lovely and didn’t have to wait long

Had been wanting to visit here for a while as we’ve drove past lots of times. Finally came for dinner last Thursday evening. Great value set menu with a good choice of dishes and drinks. Was very busy and sadly not enough staff / new staff that didn’t understand us but beside that great vibe, lovely food and interior. Would visit again and recommend others to stay as it’s also offers rooms.

Another lovely stay at this welcoming, homely inn. Sean & the staff are the friendliest hosts you could wish to meet, and the relaxed atmosphere makes this a wonderful destination. The food is simply fantastic; we enjoyed a great meal in the restaurant last night, and the breakfast this morning was top notch (best hash browns I've ever had !). We felt more like old friends than paying guests, and all the staff are professional and friendly. We will definitely be returning ! Damian & Elaine

Absolutely amazing. We had the carve your own and thought the price was per head but actually it’s for 2 inclusive. Best Sunday lunch in years, lovely staff and the landlady Alison was lovely finding is a bottle of carva that wasn’t on the menu as my wife’s not a prosseco fan. Left with full bellies and a smile be back soon.

Dog friendly, so a big plus. Quaint bar area and pleasant staff. Roast was ok, Yorkshire pudd all crunchy and roast potatoes had been reheated

We came here for Sunday lunch and found the woman serving behind the bar extremely rude and intimidating, I used to eat here a lot but have not been for a while - it would seem they have had a turn around of staff... and the place is not like it was. Very disappointing and will not be coming back. The food was nowhere near as nice as it was we had a small bowl of veg between 3 of us and a dribble of gravy when we asked if we could please have some more the waitress who was the same lady working behind the bar barked into the kitchen to the chef - I TOLD YA!!! Extremely unprofessional.

It describes itself as being a charming place, although the manager is anything but charming!

Quite surprised to read some of the very negative reviews after having a fantastic roast beef dinner here today. Generous portions of everything - so much so I didn’t have a clean plate! - and the kids’ meals were perfectly proportioned and apparently “delicious”.

The lunch menu was limited, the staff were rude, you couldnt even get a sandwich, because they had no bread, a joke!!!

As always, fabulous quality food served by just as fabulous staff! Well done Allison you are a gem. keep up the good work.

Visited the Forester a few days ago for a business meeting, the staff were lovely, greeting us on arrival, changing our table with no problem at all when we asked. Very friendly, Prices were good, food excellent and fresh. The only slight niggle we had was that the service was VERY slow which was surprising as we ordered salads and it was fairly empty being a lunch time - other than that it is definitely worth another visit if you dont mind waiting for your food.

We came here to check out food & service to book a 60th birthday party for 10 people. The food was very average & the service was extremely slow, I don’t feel it’s acceptable to wait almost an hour at lunchtime when the place was only able half full.

We didn't fancy anything off the daily menu but chose light bites which turned out to be very tasty though quite expensive. The fish & chips were good though didn't come with the promised peas, and the steak & chips were equally tasty though didn't come with the promised tomato salad. The salads on both plates were a little tired, with brown edges to the lettuce - must have been leftovers from the weekend (we visited on a Monday).

Having booked for 8pm on a Saturday, we were surprised that there were only 6 other people in the restaurant and by 8:30 we were on our own. Service was slow, the waitress apologised on every occasion for taking so long with anything we asked for which became very tiresome.

My Brother and I took my Mother to The Royal Forester for her Birthday (today), we have driven past here a hundred times and finally found time to go, there were 5 of us total.

Sitting by the fire, drinking good ale, waiting to be seated - a great start to the night. I have eaten here before, and the food then was very good. This visit just wasn’t.

Visited recently for a family christening. Loved the teepee. Food was very nice, catered well for gluten free at buffet which is unusual! Games for the kids were fantastic!

Paid a visit today on recomendation..the food was really nice and the service excellent.will visit again

We called in for something to eat Saturday and were wowed. Fantastic food Michelin quality and good wines, great service from their friendly staff. Will definitely be going back and are so lucky that it's not too far away.

We had Sunday lunch here with a group of friends (6 of us in all). We ordered roasts (5 beef and 1 pork). The plates arrived with the meat, roast potatoes, roast parsnips and yorkshire puddings and then we sat there waiting for the vegetables to arrive.

Beautiful and tastefully furnished bar and restaurant. The choice of dishes which change at regular intervals are all carefully chosen, very well executed and presented. The chefs are dedicated in producing fine quality dining at affordable prices. Even when they are extremely busy, for example hosting another special function, the attention and dedication of the staff are optimum. Here you will find home from home hospitality.

Late meal with friends, Very welcoming nice selection of meals, try the pheasant pie.

We haven’t been here for a few years after a disappointing visit. Friends have been raving about it so we called in for a drink and snack. So impressed this what the area needed a good community place to eat and drink. Staff really friendly and food is great. Can’t wait up return !!!!

I am so disappointed!! This was such a fab restaurant/pub , close to home with great food and service. The last two years the menus have been pants , to the point we no longer eat Xmas day dinner here . Tonight we thought we would give it a try after the lovely refurb . Ohh dear , the food again !!! On a Friday night at 730 we were told out of duck ?? Why on the menu then ? Then we were told out of house Shiraz ... really it’s your house wine ?? Camembert starter , very uninspiring, chunks of bread no crudités so stuffed if you ate all . Was bought the wrong main dish . Front of house did take blame which made me say that I would eat new dish for being honest , however was bland (hubby ate half) . We then were forgotten for desert waited over 20 mins when we were promised menu, again server took blame which made us still hang in there. Desert- very poor , soggy base cheesecake , way too sweet, strawberry mouse was stodgy and awful . Coffees bought st same time, no milk offering or sugar . They did offer a free bottle of wine as a way of apology. 85 pound for a very sub- standard place to eat . So frustrating because looks so lovely , we so t be dining here sgain

The Royal Forester is very welcoming with attentive staff

The Sunday night quiz night is entertaining as well as educational.Fun Fun Fun all the way!

Took my wife for her birthday breakfast before a walk in the beautiful forest...was very happy the decor beautiful very relaxed ...and the breakfast had coffee fruit cereal Avocado toast salmon with some cheese and salami on the side...very happy great experience..many thanks

Me and a friend came here last Sunday for breakfast and we can’t wait to return. Big breakfast selection, both were delicious and the addition of free tea or coffee is lovely.

Called in to watch the England v Columbia match. The food was excellent. Roast lamb rump cooked to perfection and well presented. Definitely worth a visit. Great beer, great atmosphere and very good staff.

Booked in for a sunday lunch, arived to find there was a private party going on in the tent that attached to the side of the pub. With the door open into the tentthere was a constant cold draft blowing right past our table.

Our fourth visit to the Royal Foresters.

My family and I had an excellent Christmas lunch at The Royal Forester on Christmas Day which was a huge relief as the decision to eat out on such a special day and the price tag meant that expectations were high.

We visited for Sunday lunch today. Service was great from the outset. We ordered three roast beef and a plaice. The beef was excellent and plentiful, roasties, Yorkshire pud and veg all great. The plaice wasn't very good but it was exchanged immediately without any issue.

Decided to take my mum out for a meal and chose The Royal Forester. Had no trouble booking a table.

Had a meal here and would totally recommend , very good quality food and friendly service , very quiet on the Monday evening we went , nice restaurant with plenty of tables

6 de nosotros decidimos probar aquí en el último minuto el almuerzo el lugar estaba muy lindo nos quedamos impresionados. Todo el personal era muy amable y nos hizo sentir bienvenidos a la camarera que nos servía era muy hablador y decía todo sobre los eventos que ocurren.

Tuvimos una gran comida familiar en el sábado por la noche" de 10 de nosotros y la comida era excelente. Sería mucho mejor pagar por este tipo de comida de calidad, con un menú limitado, ya sé que el orgullo de sí mismo con productos locales frescos, así que sin duda relación calidad-precio en mi opinión. Mi pastel de pescado entrantes y plato principal filete de ambas fueron realmente deliciosa. La mayoría de los otros ordenados el camembert entrante para compartir y costó a comer una porción entre 2 y extremadamente morisco. Es la chica que sirve era muy amable y eficiente y un crédito para la gestión y sean de maxine.

Called in as food was recommend . Very impressed. Food a tad slow to arrive but once on table was well worth the wait. Freshly cooked and very tasty. Waitresses were very helpful and we will definitely call in again.

We booked this place to eat on the Friday but was unsure as I only like to eat chicken but they did say they would order me chicken in and put chicken on the list but I was still unsure, anyway we went along and I have to say my meal was out of this world and they had stuck to there word and put chicken on the list the food was great and the service was top notch

Venía de la comida en el Caribe noche de esta semana. Espere 10 minutos para una botella de vino para llegar. Entrantes eran adorables, aunque las raciones eran pequeñas. Tuve el pollo adobado para mi principal y el pollo estaba sin cocer, me hubiera dejado...

Llamamos por primera vez en el camino a casa desde el trabajo y fueron muy impresionados.

A nuestra llegada nos esperaba para estar sentado, cuando esta mujer (que más tarde resultó ser el director) me sacó de la manera más violenta a mi marido para llegar a la barra. Ella de repente nos dimos cuenta de lo que había hecho una y doble muy lentamente y dijo en la voz de un pequeño "lo siento, entonces ella nos llevó a nuestra mesa, me muero por decir lo menos. Pero una camarera muy agradable joven vino y tomó nuestra orden. Desde entonces la comida era excelente, nuestra camarera era maravilloso. El inconveniente era que muy grosero director/propietario? Le hubiera dado 5 estrellas si no para que las mujeres.

Went for lunch and had an excellent venison burger. The beer was good too.It was lunch time and only two other people so it lacked atmosphere.Service was friendly and prompt.

I called and booked a table (don't be put off by the strange BT screening phone system!) and met some friends here for a pre-Christmas meal and we were all wowed by the Christmas Fayre Menu. The three of us had different choices from the special menu and can highly recommend the paté, croquettes and beef and hake. The creme brulée was beautifully presented and tasted as good as it looked! Service was very friendly. Prices reasonable and good value for money, especially if you have three courses.

Six of us were celebrating our sons 50th birthday and he had booked the dinner at The Royal Foresters as something special.It was Saturday night and the place was almost empty. Not a good signWe had five steaks and one pheasant, which were quite good except that my steak was almost cold. The plates were cold. There were mushrooms and onion rings and the chips were hot in a separate dish. The service was not good, although the staff were pleasant. We ordered olives and oil. That didn't come at all. The vegetables with the main meals turned up eventually, but about half way through the main course. We didn't have them. The starters were good but we waited ages for the main course, and ages before we were offered the sweet menu. By this time our 14 and 12 year olds were sleeping at the table. We had sat down a 7 pm and we left about 9.45 pm. The olives were on the bill, but they did remove them, and they didn't charge for the cold steak, but the bill was still just above £200. It did include 2 bottles of red wine and some water.Our table was opposite the main entrance and we suffered a blast of cold air every time someone entered or left. The place was not very warm, although there was a wood burning stove, but there was no fire showing. They could have put us on a better table as most were empty even though it was Saturday nightWe were very disappointed and we won't be trying it again.

We booked a Sunday lunch for 6 people. The service was very, very slow, but the fact that they had virtually no water due to a broken pipe in the road might have been the sole cause of this. Partridge was on the menu, so some had that and others the more conventional roasts. The food was fine, and the building is beautiful; pity they couldn't pinch some land to enlarge the car park!

We visited this restaurant last night for a meal and were very disappointed. It was a French menu with wines from Alsace (£35 for 3 courses with wine) and we had been informed prior by e-mail that it would be possible to have 2 courses without wine for £20, yet there was some doubt about this when we arrived and nothing to that effect on the menu itself. Other groups eating in the restaurant seemed to be having their orders taken before being shown to their table, yet we were left on our own to wander through to find our table without having our order taken. Initially there was great confusion over the fish on the menu-it was listed as Zander but the waitress was adamant it was trout. We had to ask twice for water to be brought to the table. Understandably being a special menu meant that there weren't a huge number of choices, but none really sounded amazing. We opted for 2 fish (Zander) and 1 Alsatian dumpling. This latter consisted of a plain bowl of shredded dumpling in a fairly tasty sauce with a few wild mushrooms-a distinct lack of other vegetables -the 2 Zander looked nicer but also had the dumpling mix underneath-again a lack of vegetables. There was a very long wait for the desserts-the waitress said it was due to the number of people in the restaurant. For the desserts we opted for the cherries in brandy, poached pear and cheese. The pear dessert looked and tasted good, there weren't many cherries in the brandy batter, and the cheese was distinctly disappointing. There was one small wedge of cheese, a couple of small crackers, a few chunks of celery, a couple of vegetable crisps, a few slices of dried fig and 2 rock hard dried apricots-not really sure what they were doing there and the they didn't add anything to the plate. Looking at the other reviews it seems this place is usually great, but perhaps we were unlucky to go in October, and perhaps unlucky with our choices

Went here for lunch with a friend recently having not been for a while- I'm pleased to say the standards have remained high. My main course salad was £9.95 and ample. They offer an interesting specials menu of two courses for £13.99 which, price-wise, is slightly above average for the area but if you're hungry the portion size is good. I'd recommend it!

my partner and I ate here again last night and as usual the food was superb, never had a bad meal here. Very good value at £13.99 for two courses, the portions are good and love the home made warm break they serve complimentary at the start of the meal. Bar prices very reasonable too.

Stopped here for lunch on a recommendation from Overspoke bikes. Had a really nice lunch with a good variety of interesting home-cooked food -- should be something for everyone. Friendly, welcoming staff + good range of beers.

We have just returned home from a Sunday lunch at the Royal Foresters where the food was good, Roast Beef cooked to perfection, the chef was Jamie today and he was superb! The service was excellent too!I am so happy that one of my favourite places is back on track again, please do not hesitate to visit again now - it is perfection!!