The Stags Head in Wellingborough

We walked in without a booking about 3.30pm and managed to get a seat straight away. Very friendly staff. We ordered a sharing platter of roast beef/pork and turkey. The roast spuds were to die for as was the gravy. The vegetables including the cauliflower cheese were delicious. Would definitely go again

Very friendly welcome and a lovely looking pub and restaurant. The food was very good but the service was lacking a bit. Ordered wine when the mains came out and they turned up after we had finished which was disappointing Did also see someone go to the bar rather than use the waitresses. I think it needs more attentive drinks waiters bit cannot criticise the food at all,it was very good

We stopped on the way to Huntingdon, for a light lunch. Lovely pub/restaurant. We were just after usual finishing time for lunch but one of the staff said she should be able to get the chef to feed us! We chose turkey & stuffing, and halloumi & onion chutney, both open on sourbread. Plus chips! They came beautifully presented with pea shoots and leaves, and the turkey had delicious dripping gravy to pour over. Both were superb and although "open" were easy to eat as the bread was crispy and soft - perfect! But, in addition, the chips were delicious! Home-made and probably 2 or 3 times fried. Without doubt as good as the best pub sandwiches we've ever had! The service was great, always with a smile. If the main menu is as good, it would be well worth trying! Highly recommended.

Terrible experience. Sat down for dinner at table 106, that’s where the problem started, the table was sticky and horrid (needs sanding down and varnishing). Ordered drinks (which never arrived, whilst we were half way through the dinner we cancelled them as by now we wanted to leave asap). We went for the shared roast, all meets were cheap and nasty, side vegetables were over cooked, cauliflower cheese had no flavour nor where the roast potatoes seasoned. I did get a glance at some puddings and they looked decorative but we cannot comment as we did not fancy stopping. Food was not inedible just tasteless and uninspiring.

Food was luke warm but nice.. nothing more. Amstel shandy was £5.20! Day light robbery. Probably wouldn't go back or recommend but are dog friendly. Staff then asked if I wanted my change. Felt forced to leave it as a tip which is just plain rude.

I’ve eaten here many times, usually with one other person but, on Friday, there were 8 of us and we ordered two of every dish on the tapas menu. We had to wait quite a long time but we totally understood why, and really appreciated the chefs doing this. Thank you, it made a wonderful sharing meal for my niece’s birthday.

one of us had the pate and it was full of water in the bottom of the jar it was served in, never seen that before and the pate was very bland.and I had the stuffed mushroom risotto.it was just a cheese sauce pored over the mushroom and I felt what ever cheese was used was far too strong over powered the mushroom.for mains one of us had the rib eye steak.it was cooked exactly how I had asked for it but the steak was so tough.the other main was the steak and ale pie which was extremely stodgy.the chips that were served were absolutely awful.they had been cooked with there skins on and they were nearly black and tasted like the fat wasn't clean.they say you eat with your eyes...........need I say any more

I live in the village but this was my first visit to the pub. Superb food, served efficiently by very attentive staff. I cannot believe I haven’t eaten there before. My friend and I both had pie and chips, but with the vegetables etc the presentation was fantastic, with both of us saying it was the best we had ever had. Well done to the staff.

Explained discretely at the bar that the wine by the glass I'd been served in the restaurant area was of poor quality. Offered a replacement, but declined. At the end of our meal I received a lecture at our table that no-one had ever complained about their wine before. This was in front of the three people I was eating with. We had been celebrating the life of a dear friend who had passed away unexpectedly. The food was generally very good. Would not go again though.

We had arrived in walking boots & probably looking a bit dishevelled, but the welcome from the staff was friendly and service (and drinks) very good. Fulol marks!

Absolutely beautiful food and lovely service. The menu is well thought out and executed brilliantly. We had 3 tapas for starters (cod bites with chips, battered aubergine and breaded camembert bites) which were all perfect and crispy, not at all greasy. For mains we had the pork belly with colcannon and the stilton, broccoli and leek lasagne. The pork belly was soft and the colcannon was so creamy and delicious. The lasagne was warming and so satisfying for a wet rainy day in October. We shared the chocolate fudge cake, finished it so quickly we didn't even get a picture, it's home made and decadent without being too sugary. I would absolutely come back any day!

I try never written a bad review, because I feel it could be a bad day in the kitchen. However I was surprised and disappointed having read some of the positive reviews, just how awful the meal was! All I can say is maybe the pub is under new management? It reminded us of the old fashioned pubs with a menu comprising of interesting named dishes only to be served up as 'Slops'. Tasteless and unappetising. I had the Brie and Beetroot tart, it really had seen better days. The puff pastry was really oily, with a soggy base, with what could only amount to as a congealed sauce, sitting on top lay sliver of beetroot, completely revolting! It came accompanied with soggy chips which had seen better days! I asked for the salad which I had been told would accompany the dish, eventually some iceberg leaves, tomato and onion arrived. Bringing some excitement to the meal!! The two guys in our party had the steak pie, it was congeileid and unappetising , with no flavour, we were left questioning where the mash potato had originated? A packet? The fourth dish was the chicken which had to be sent back owing to the salad it rested upon being all dried up. The service was very good and as the waitress came to take our dishes away she asked how our food had been? As she cast her eyes over the food left on our plates, she said she would tell the chef we were not happy. That was the last we saw of her. A sullen casher took the full payment for our 'Meal 'with no reference to our complaint, just responded with distain! We will not be returning! What concerns me more, as we holiday in the U.K. is please let us not be returning to the 50' when people just accepted bad food and lodgings, we have some of great gastro pubs, this should have been one of them, but sadly it isn't!

Made the unfortunate mistake of booking the Stag for a recent celebration. The management showed a lack of customer service,were abrasive, unreasonable and nowhere to be seen on the day the event took place. Arrived at the pub. No staff to greet or welcome us despite paying the best part of nearly £200 for the privilege. Quite honestly I could have cried when the buffet arrived. I felt genuinely embarrassed towards my guests,who had traveled from all over the country. Bog standard soggy sandwiches, a measly portion of wedges and frozen microwave spring rolls. In hindsight I should have ordered a buffet from Marks and Spenser and held the event at my home. Do not part with your hard earned cash at this "establishment" it needs a compete overhaul. Beginning with the utter lack of competency from it's"management" The building and setting is about all it has going for it. The Stag has such potential. Whoever owns it, please take note; You could do so much better!!

Nice pub, good food, friendly staff. Been several times for Sunday roast dinner. Always good! Good parking.

Went for a family birthday meal. The staff were lovely and attentive, however the food was nothing special. All of our dinners were average at best, mostly quite bland and uninteresting. My husband had the lasagna - don’t pick this if you want a filling meal as the portion is absolutely tiny, especially considering it costs almost £12! Even the child’s lasagna was tiny and our daughter is only 2 and a half and she’d eaten it within 3 bites and was then after everyone else’s meals, no way would it have been filling enough for any older kids, again especially at the price it was nearly £7. The whole place isn’t hugely expensive but for the quality and quantity of the food you’d get a tastier & larger meal elsewhere cheaper.

Wanted a dog friendly restaurant the Stags Head came up trumps the food was excellent and our four legged friend was made more than welcome the staff were friendly and obliging will definitely be back thanks to you all George and Cheryl

Went to celebrate my wife's birthday with son, daughter, grandson and daughter in law. Booking was easy. Menu gave a wide choice and many options. Grandson can be a fussy eater, but his requirements were met easily. Food was superb - no complaints at all. Staff were attentive, without being overbearing, and met each request with a smile and seemed happy to be there. Definitely going back.

We went for a Christmas lunch. We had two small slices of turkey placed on top of each other, a tiny sausage on top of that, a lump of stuffing,three soggy new potatoes ( meant to be roasters) a soggy Yorkshire pudding and a splash of gravy. The vegetables eIncluded cabbage!! No pigs in blankets, no lovely buttered carrots, no red cabbage , nothing to make it a special meal. This place came highly recommended, but we were very very disappointed. Nothing appeared to be freshly cooked. We travelled a few miles to get there, but never again.

Been a few times and every time the food has been fantastic. Chef's soups of the day always amazing. Staff all warm and welcoming and service A+. If we fancy treating ourselves we don't quibble over the 35 minute drive to visit,

On entry style atmosphere very nice...good welcome, good range of food. Very obliging to a fussy eater. Attentive and friendly service. Only downside we were seated next to kitchen our fault should have asked to be moved. Would definitely visit again

We decided to give this place another go opting for a roast this time. Pretty average really, lamb was quite fatty. Food didnt appear to be seasoned. The roasts weren't crispy. Very stingy with the turkey.On a positive note the beef was very tender and enjoyable. This place used to be packed on a Sunday but now there is only a few tables occupied which is probably a reflection on the declining standard of the food.

Well actually it was on the Saturday not Mothering Sunday. We were able to get a table immediately but the place was busy (as you might imaging). Booking would have been a more sensible option. We were a little late getting to lunch and 2 of the specials had already run out. The food we did get was well presented and the service was excellent. There were a good selection of beers which seemed to be well kept.The meal was reasonably priced but did take a little time to arrive due to the number of diners.

My wife and I were driving back from Scotland and usually stop at the King's Head in Wellesbourne but it was being refurbished so we dropped in here instead. The menu gave a good choice and the food was fresh and enjoyable.

The restaurant was busy but we were accommodated with no issue. Dinner was swiftly served. Baked camembert, pie and mash and a steak. Beautiful food and nicely served. Will be back

Good points: very friendly and helpful serving/waiting staff in friendly spacious pub. A little dated but not dreadful.

Visited here this evening for a family Christmas eve meal and what a mistake it was. I ordered the chicken/tiger prawns skewers with a dressing, I actually received turkey not chicken. As well as this the turkey was unbelievably dry, not edible at all. No dressing to be found and the rice was plonked on the plate. I think trying to deceive a paying customer is unforgivable...i asked for a replacement and

Went for sunday lunch, the got the order wrong, what we did get was ok, no staff came near, we were there over 2 hours and only had a main course. We asked for desert menu, never arrived. Appalling service and customer service . It’s a shame because it’s local but i’d rather drive 20 miles than eat here again.

Wonderful. Too many pubs are resorting to microwaves and ‘fast food’, preprocessed and pre-bagged meals. Not The Stag’s Head and it shows. Simple, good, hot, flavoursome food. Pub is a little dated but can be considered quaint or ‘countryfied’ and add to the charm. Going to try the Sunday Lunch next time.

I came here with my family, for my last Birthday, after searching for somewhere local that we could try. Whilst this may look like an ordinary village pub from the outside, it is definitely a cut above. The interior has a warm and welcoming decor, and the service is prompt and friendly.

This was our third try at finding a pub for a Sunday Roast and thank goodness it was. What a lovely pub, super ambiance, pet friendly. Delicious food and welcoming staff who were all extremely friendly and also professional. Impressed on all accounts.

We have never visited this pub before but visited friends in Northampton last week and wanted to eat at a local village pub/restaurant. We did a little research and chose The Stags Head. We must say that the food was simply outstanding and the service excellent too. Highly recommended.

We have been coming here for years and always love it. Never had a bad meal, always excellent. On top of that, they’re dog friendly as as well. Staff are absolutely lovely, so friendly. We will be back.

This is a cool place with alot of heads hanging on the walls. You can sit outside in the front of the restaurant or in the garden. The service and the price level is good. The food is delicious and you get large portions.

The stags head is not the cheapest but it is fantastic for special occasions. The food and service is excellent in a very nice setting.

Visited for my son's Birthday, three of us had starter and main meal. Very friendly, efficient service. Quality food, good sized portions, will definitely go again.

A lovely village pub. Good menu and beer. Can't wait for my next visit when the sun comes out again.

We held our wedding reception here last Saturday & I am so pleased we chose here. Everything exceeded our expectations, the hot meal for 27 was superb, not one complaint about anything & we have some fussy guests!! We had the Cellar restaurant for the meal & then we moved to the Garden room for the evening. Nothing was too much trouble for Kelly & her team & many compliments were made about the staff, they helped to make a memorable day for us. Can't comment on the evening buffet as I didn't get any - it was gone in a flash so must've been good. Congratulations to you all for your hard work

Having been here a number of times I was surprised how dissapointed I was my roast turkey dinner was not cooked at all well meat was tough hard to cut not hot enough and did not take long to come out after ordering. This I would say was down to the fact Sunday roasts are already plated and under a hot cabinet The dessert took ages to come out but was very hot good job when it came. The food vastly poor compared with other visits.

We booked for New Year’s Day for 4 adults and 4 children, this was our 3rd visit to the Stag and we wasn’t disappointed, 1st class service and beautifully cook food. We highly recommend a visit if you haven’t tried it yet. Many thanks we will be back

We booked a table for 4 and had a really enjoyable meal. One of our group has Coeliac Disease and it was a joy for them to have a complete menu of gluten free foods including starters, mains and deserts. The standard menu is extensive and well thought out which would please many pallets. Service was a little slow but the food was exceptional.

This is a well run busy village pub that offers a range of dining options including restaurant, buffet, bar snack teas coffees etc. We had a pub lunch, Large Steak and Guiness Pudding with gravy chips and peas (proper suet pudding!) and Chicken and bacon wrapped with Gorgonzola sauce. Delicious. The Baileys and Chocolate Fudge Cake trifle was a perfect dessert.

Sunday lunch for 4. Order placed 2 lamb shanks, venison & a Sunday roast. Waitress came & told us they only had one lamb shank so a second venison was ordered. She then returned & told us there was no venison either & this was only 1pm. So we ended up with one lamb shank & 3 roast dinners. We waited nearly 30 minutes for food to arrive & the vegetables were cold. We sent them back & on their return it was obvious they had been put in a microwave & had gravy poured over them. Even without this the vegetables were overcooked & it now looked awful. This must have been the worst experience of a Sunday lunch ever & I certainly would never recommend the place to anyone. Interestingly one of our party & been told of a similar experience by a friend just wished I'd listened rather than given this place a chance. It was dreadful

Very good Sunday lunch and catered for children's version/ portion of adult Sunday lunch. Staff friendly and helpful definitely go again when in area. Excellent parking with ease of access.

I came in with a group of friends and had a wonderful meal. I can recommend the lovely Bruchetta and the lasagne beautiful. We had to wait for our food as the place was packed but we were advised that this was the can. The meal was well worth the wait and the staff were very friendly. Thank you for a wonderful evening.

We went to the Stags Head for lunch on the Monday only because it was the only date our friends could fit in. It's quite a large place easily reached in the village and looks attractive inside. We were shown to our pre booked table and given attractive menus and then left and left and left. Eventually I went to the bar and ordered some drinks. The barmaid offered to bring them to our table in a tone of voice which suggested she thought she was doing us a favour. She appeared to be the only member of staff actually serving customers though a couple of other black clothed ladies bustled about from time to time. Nothing wrong with the London Pride which was the only Cask Ale I could see. I had Moules to start and the ones which were open were fine. For the main course I had the sweet and spicy chicken which was nice but not a lot of it. My friend had the 1/2 roast chicken of which there was a lot but it was dry. The Sea Bass and the last Lasagne and the steak pie were all enjoyed. For pudding I had the Waffle with Ice Cream. The parts that I could break off were nice. Unfortunately the last quarter resisted my attempts with Spoon, Fork and Knife and eventually threw itself on the floor.

On our way home after a visit to the area, my partner and I were looking for food and were recommended to The Stag's Head. We had our eleven year old daughter and our small dog with us..

We ate here as a family of five last night, we had looked for a dog friendly pub and were allowed to take my daughters two springer spaniels into the garden bar. I had not read any reviews before going which I am glad about as it might have put me off. Three of us ordered the garlic Stilton mushrooms they were the best we have had and piping hot. My husband ordered the homemade chicken and chorizo pate, served with Melba toast, my husband said it was really good. Son in law had the combo for one and he said the ribs were worth having on their own they were so good. For main course three had pesto chicken which was delicious, one had pie and I had lasagne. All of it came out piping hot and well presented. The staff are lovely all smiling and chatty. We thoroughly enjoyed our evening here will definitely go again. Thank you to the stags head

Tenía una llamada aquí siguiente al funeral de un familiar. Planificación y organizando el personal de catering bueno y servicial, incluyendo en el día. Un menú buffet nos adaptados a algo menos tradicional y a nuestro gusto. Esto no fue como se discutió y cumplirán varios elementos no suministrados. La cantidad de comida era decepcionante, ya que era casi la mitad de lo que esperábamos y no parece que faltaran cosas de comida eran sustituidos en la cantidad de artículos que faltaban (y estábamos seriamente no skimping y pensada para cada persona probable para asistir! ! Sirve) pero la comida era de buena calidad, sabroso y bien presentado. No era posible tener la llamada durante las horas normales de comer y así una opción de comida caliente no estaba disponible por desgracia (cocina cerrada después de comer), pero sin duda han sido más barato pagar por una comida bastante caliente para todo el mundo y más contundente en un día de invierno. Gracias a Dios muchas personas necesitaba teturn para trabajar o no asistir a la llamada. Esto sucedió en un triste día memorable como tales permanecerán con nosotros.

Went there yesterday wouldnt go back again. £4.20 for a cup a tea. £6 for a jacket potato with one lettuce leaf and a slice of cucumber. No wonder it was empty in there. Im sorry this is northamptonshire not london. A salad was £13. You need to lower your prices..b

Picked at random from local area. Great choice of food and good real ales. Food very tasty and well presented and staff all very friendly

Great place and really recommend it.Loads of parking and very welcoming staff.The menu had a good range and reasonably priced.We had a full on dinner in the restaurant area but would also like to return and try out the bar snack menu one lunch time too

where to start, entered establishment locals in the bar like the cast of the league of gentlemen"This is a local pub...There's nothing for you here"1 fosters1 medium coke£7.50(Later same order£7.25)Sat in a very poorly lit cold section of the restaurant,Starter Tiger prawns, i must of misread.... tiny prawns.6 x 1 inch prawns in an oily liquidOn a massive oversized plate and 2 pieces of flavoured toast, very poor as i went for the most expensive starter.Main. Rib eye steak,Med to well done please , no blood!!Half was ok half was red as santas tunic, cold chips, need i go on, Left disappointed, place is going downhill fast.

Meal out with friends last Saturday night and we chose the Stags head as we have always had a good meal and found it value for money, unfortunately this was not the case and we were disappointed, starters were ok, main course my husband sent his back as it was cold (cold plates )and instead of replacing it it was obviously microwaved,I had chicken with veg and mashed potatoes which was ok but I don't understand why I had salad on my mash. Service was good but the food let it down.

Pleasant enough surroundings and friendly, welcoming staff. Nice enough starters but, oh the wait! We were shown the dessert menu a full 20 minutes before we had even had our main course. When the mains did arrive both the duck and the steak were well overcooked. Also, check the bill too, as we were billed for three drinks we never had.

Good quality food served on hot plates which to me matters a lot as I tend to judge a chef on how well the food is served. Beer is ok and the staff are friendly.

Hadn't been here for quite a while and had heard mixed reviews,Anyway, we were quite pleased with the evening overall.Bar staff were also dealing with a funeral and rushed off their feet. They were still very polite but obviously a little slow in serving. Doubt this is the case as a ruleWe went through to the restaurant where we waited to be seated but nobody came until we had sat ourselves down in a quiet corner.There were two waitress, both very pleasantThe food was served quickly and was cooked very well. We didn't have to wait long between courses.The menu was good and the prices were averageOverall, a great little village pub and would recommend it

We were a large crowd 14 in total and we went for Sunday Dinner. It was delicious with everybody having different meals. The staff were very helpful and attentive. The food was delicious.

On the 26th January I attended a special Birthday Celebration with about 30 other people. We had time before the meal to have a drink and greet one another. We were not rushed in anyway. When we did sit down our first course came promptly. The waiters and waitreses were friendly,helpful and unobtrusive. I had the best and unusual prawn cocktail ever. Followed by tender roast beef and finishing with a triffle. The evening was all that we could have wished for to celebrate our retired Parish Priest's birthday. I also left my iphone on the table and it was kept for me till the next day.

Went on Tues 17th 2017 for birthday meal , I had chicken and mushroom pie with roasted veg and boulangerre potatoes it was pipping hot and fabulous , my partner had the equally excellent lasagne with salad and chips , lovely young lady served us was very polite and helpful the beer was excellent too We will be back very soon

A disappointing visit to the Stags Head for a Sunday Roast. Two of our party ordered the mixed meat roasts; the turkey and pork were really tasty but the rest of the meal was just "alright". The Yorkshire pudding was as flat as a pancake and the stuffing ball was over cooked and shrunken. Vegetables were parsnips, greens (very watery) and peas which had also been overcooked. We had 3 small potatoes. The meal arrived covered in gravy. I think a better option would be to have gravy in a boat to self pour. Our party also had a steak & ale suet pudding which was thoroughly enjoyed and a lamb shank which was very tasty. The service was friendly and polite. The pub looked inviting.

Visited Sunday for 1st time after recommendation, as there was a small group of us we had pre-ordered about 10 days before our planned visit. Although the staff were very friendly, the service was very slow, we were shown to our table and foolishly expected our first course to be served almost immediately, after almost an hour we had to ask where it was. The same happened with our main course and also the pudding had to ask for each course. When our mains did arrive they were just warm, we were most disappointed, and I felt embarrassed for the people with us who had recommended The Stags Head. Won't be going there again and wouldn't recommend it either from our experience on Sunday.

On first appearances this place has everything required for a quiet family meal, warm cosy pub atmosphere, extremely friendly staff and plenty to choose from on the menu.Sadly after that it's all downhill if you decide to order anything other than traditional pub grub such as steak or pie as the a-la-carte menu offers a wide range of choice of what I can only assume is pre-cooked and badly re-heated food.Whilst the waitress was fully apologetic and knocked money off the bill for 2 poorly heated starters (although only one had been knocked off the bill) which were warm on one side and cold on the other (rib of pork) and also reduced the bill for a main which was Cajun pork that had the appearance of Sunday roast pork over cooked in the first place and then re-heated which obviously resulted in leather medallions. My wife's pie was superb and my sons steak was cooked to perfection but the chips served with this were not entirely cooked through.Yes I am thankful that some money was knocked off the bill but would much rather have enjoyed a meal rather than having to go home and cook myself something. Everyone makes mistakes but looking at other reviews it would appear similar mistakes have happened in the past which annoys me further that they have not listened and improved.Incredibly I still left a tip as the service was exceptionally friendly and to be honest I felt a little sorry for them as they seemed embarrassed. Sack the chef and get one that can cook and you have a winner.

Went here for a family event - really pricey menu - but don't mind if its top notch - little things sat waiting for and had to ask for drinks/wine list nothing offered, then did not seem to anything about house wine etc. - did not see the same/waitress twice, had a to ask for a pasta spoon twice in the end got one off another table. Two of us had lasagne - £11 really plain lacked flavour came with frozen fried chips. Husband had the steak pie he said the same that it had no flavour - daughter had homemade soup as a starter which was nice - but left all her main course - final straw was the coffees - served with no milk or sugar waited another 10 minutes - so then cold (tasked like water)

My partner and I, along with our 2 children (5 & 7) had a lovely evening here, this evening. When we arrived we thought it looked very pretty, a very traditional village pub. The inside decor and furniture is quite dated but it adds to the village pub feel. The waitress who greeted us was really lovely and very polite. It was great to see they had a children's menu, a main menu and a Sunday special menu, meaning we had lots of delicious sounding dishes to choose from, a great wine selection also. Our starters arrived promptly and were delicious, followed by our main courses which were absolutely spot on, real home cooked food, great portion sizes and amazingly all served at the same time and all still hot- a rarity these days, even within well known chain establishments. We had a fab couple of hours here and can promise we will be returning very soon. Keep up the good work!! The combination of ambiance, good food and lovely staff are providing a really lovely place for people to visit.

Nice restaurant the manager and staff polite I want their manytimes nice atmosphere good nice decor old fashion with modern style I like it so much .

We visited this restaurant for a family Birthday, not having been before. There were 8 of us and had travelled around 45minutes to get there. The service was fine and we ordered our food. 3 of us had the Lamb Shank. 3 had the suet pudding, one had sausage and mash and one had lasagne.When the food arrived, straight away, we could see that the mash potato looked rather odd. A bit like porridge. runny and lumpy and curiously white in colour. We all tried the mash and our immediate reaction was that it was cold. Aside from this, it was very lumpy and tasted of nothing. When the waitress came over, we advised her of this and she asked us if we wanted it replacing. Rather than having hot lumpy mash, we just asked for a couple of bowls of chips to share. While the mash potato eaters were talking to the waitress, the others had each tried their meals and theirs were also cold. In the end the lasagne and three lamb meals were taken back and the meals with mash were waiting for chips. The chips came after around 10 minutes so our food was half eaten and cold. The lamb shank and lasagne came out after another 10 minutes so they were eating their meals whilst we had finished ours. Even if the food had been piping hot, it was not the best quality or taste. The suet pudding was hard on the outside, as if it had been re-heated in the microwave. We could only really eat the contents and even then, we were spitting out gristle. The bill came and no money had been knocked off. One of us went to the bar to argue our case that we wouldn't possibly be expected to pay the full amount as not one meal was edible. Their first offer was to take one meal off of the bill and then two...we stood firm and advised we would only be prepared to pay for half of the meals and even that was pushing it. After about 20 minutes, they agreed. They even said that they had never had a complaint before and everyone likes the mash...I can see from the other reviews on Trip Advisor that this is not the case. To add to this, I woke up in the middle of the night and felt extremely ill and proceeded to be ill for a lot of the night. I am 37 weeks pregnant and this could have been fatal to my baby. I think its safe to say that this has been the worst restaurant experience we have had. I would not recommend this restaurant to anyone and would question the cooking methods in regards to reheating of food. The first warning is the size of the menu. It is huge and there is no way that with a menu that large, food can be cooked fresh.

Very nice pub inside friendly staff but very expensive drinks and very expensive mediocre food.would not go again.

We had read the reviews and decided to pop by for a Sunday lunch. We were greeted by a pleasant lady who showed us to our table and promptly brought our drinks. However it was down hill from there. The restaurant was very cold. The heating was on briefly but it soon went off and was bitterly cold. Out starters arrived and they were just acceptable. Very over priced for what was served. 4 small mushrooms on a cold plate with no bread or extras seemed poor for the price. I had ordered the belly pork roast dinner and it arrived without a crispy top. The top of it was raw fat, it didn't look like it had been cooked. I explained to the the waitress that I couldnt eat it like that and could she take the meat of the plate and I would just have the veg. When she returned without my plate and told me that was how they served their pork. She did ask what I would like instead and I again explained just the veg. She mentioned many more times that they serve their pork like that and didn't understand my problem. It was clear that the chef had given her a hard time when returning the plate to the kitchen. I felt throughly insulted, I had been polite and clear about what I would like. After some discussions we were told to leave by a lady who could have been the manager and we were told it was because we had made her staff cry. We were handled very badly. This is a pub that seems to forget that bad reviews go a lot further than good ones.

Me and my partner are here last week and the food was fantastic, good presentation and nicely cooked. Staff are very polite and very professional! We loved It and will be back soon

Me and my partner eat here frequently on Sundays as we live close by and as of late,it has been very hit and miss on our previous three visits. Depending on the time of the day we visit depends on the food you receive. My partner will eat anything so never complains but the last couple of times we have visited mine has been hit and miss. I always tend to stick to the roast as normally very tasty. But one Sunday I ask for turkey and beef and it arrived and there was a big pile of meat (ordered large) I questioned it before eating as there was no turkey only to be told they had given me lamb! I do not eat lamb so glad I questioned this, the waitresses are friendly and helpful and she did change this for me but halving the meat and the beef was slightly pink (not a fan) but I was hungry and just ate it. No apology though, the next week the potatoes were hard in the middle. This week when the food arrived, received a small (after ordering a large)she did bring the extra Yorkshire out with potatoes,but it was Luke warm and again potatoes were hard in the middle and the service was slow, quick to be served drinks but waited ages for our food and when it doesn't come out hot, it is disappointing. It is a shame but may need to think of a new restaurant for roasts.

Really Enjoyed our Sunday Lunch at the Stags Head. Great menu with a wide selection to suit most peoples taste, as well as a 4 of 5 roasts, all reasonably priced. The pub is surprisingly large inside with a separate dining area away from the main bar. Very pleasant. The food we had was nicely presented and hot. The staff were very attentive and friendly too. Seemed to be very popular so if you are visiting at the weekend it would be advisable to book a table. Based on our experience we would definitely recommend.

Lovely location off the beated track but easy enough to get to off the A361 link road and also close to South Molton. The food was delicious and very well presented plus the service was very good.

We had the wake for my Mum's funeral here because we have been many times and mum always enjoyed it so we thought what a fitting place to celebrate her life. We had the room at the back which was perfect. It has its own bar, comfy sofas and the doors which led onto the fully enclosed garden for the little ones to play.The food provided was lovely and gorgeous cake too. The staff were very attentive and helpful when we ran out of sandwiches and more had to be provided at short notice!

We booked a table for 4 on a Friday. A main menu and a specials menu provided plenty of choice, with traditional and some more exciting choices for starters and mains. Desserts again provided plenty of choice, with a cheese and biscuit option with a pot of honey. Service was prompt and pleasant.The food was well cooked and well presented. The typical country pub atmosphere was pleasant. Large car park.

It has now become a tradition to go the stags head on a Saturday night for their county famous homemade steak pie. Whatever request you make to the staff they will happily help you. The service is quick and the attention to detail is immaculate. The staff are always friendly, polite and smiley which makes you feel very welcome. I have also had many friends accompany me for dinner here including a large group of 15, the service was still up to a high standard and all my friends agreed the food was delicious and that it was a place we must all go back too. A huge plus is the menu has lots of options so there is always something to suit everyone. The Stags Head is a place for everyone - children, families, couples and work colleagues. Book a table and see for yourself!!

Having now eaten in this pub twice, once within the restaurant the other on the bar, suggest you stay on the liquid, food average. Great Bar staff however slow in restaurant.

Varied menu duck breast cooked to my liking (not over cooked) good & friendly service slightly more expensive than some pubs but worth it

Had an excellent Sunday lunch. Staff courteous and attentive as usual. Try other venues but always come back to The Stags Head

This was a nice restaurant with very welcoming staff. They looked after our needs with pleasure. Was great to relax outside with a beer. The bar staff was as good as the waiting staff. Very friendly and welcoming. Is an old building but with lots of character. The food was very good. Couldn't fault my steak.

Have been to the Stags Head a few times and have really enjoyed the atmosphere and the food. The service is brilliant and always a pleasure to visit

Great pub / restaurant in a pleasant village.A good menu with a nice selection of foods to suit most.Bar, waiting staff and food was excellent.

Second time we have been here and still don't disappoint, staff were great and food was excellent, we will be back nothing is ever too much, there was a nothing in the desert menu that my daughter wanted but they still sorted something out for her.

First time we've visited this restaurant, even though we've practically lived on it's doorstep for 4 years, and we were very happy we did.We decided to eat out last minute, Tuesday evening, and they were able to accommodate us without a booking. However, soon after we arrived the restaurant was full which we took as a good sign. It was! Food was excellent, lots to chose from with plenty of variety and what we both selected was delicious. I highly recommend the Steak Pie which was crammed full of delicious chunks of steak and very tasty. Hubby said the game pie he said was delicious too. Staff were very friendly and helpful & we will go back again.

On the website this place says it is dog friendly in the garden bar. What it doesn't say is the garden bar is a bare room out the back with no one in it and a little unstaffed bar area. And a telly blasting out music. To be honest if I want to sit on my own in front of the telly I can do that at homeFood took an hour to turn up - salad and a fish and chips so nothing special. Apparently the salad was okay but the fish and chips were awful. Close to the worst I've ever had. Small soggy bit of fish and the chips were greasy on the outside and hollow in the middle.Couldn't get out of there fast enough.

Called here today for lunch after seeing it on Facebook. Location is very nice, homely setting, and friendly staff. I hsd theRoast beef dinner and the wife had chicken in a stilton sauce. We both enjoyed our meals. Gpod selection of real ales. Would visit here again.

The menu was extensive, 4 roasts plus much more choice. Starters looked lovely although we didn't have one. Roast dinner was lovely lots of meat. Pudding choice was great and the ones we had were delicious. The waitresses worked very hard as they were very busy.

Thank you to the Stage Head for organising the reception after Mums funeral on Monday 4th April 2016. The advice and organisation give was very respectful and helpful. The staff were all helpful and professional, a big thank you has to go to the Chef and kitchen staff as the food was amazing and plentiful. Everyone was impressed with the venue, and the staff. ThanksChristina, Claire & Family.

As a party of 20, we recently spent a most pleasant afternoon at the Stags Head, celebrating my wife's birthday. We were allocated a slightly separated area of the restaurant which was ideal for our occasion, giving us a good space, and atmosphere.The food from one of the set menus was really good and very ample. The staff at all levels were excellent, really helping us to plan the event, setting up the area in advance, and the very attentive and considerate service during the meal. Everyone in our party thoroughly enjoyed the event , and we were so pleased with our choice of location.

Went here for evening meal but stayed in the lounge because restaurant area was full. We had a lovely meal and it was nice and hot. The staff are very friendly and customer service was good. We have been a few times now and always enjoyed it.

They where lovely ,letting us put balloons on chairs. The choice of food was great arriving hot in a short time after ordering. There was 10 of us and all sarved with in seconds of each other. Having a little one of 2 he didn't want to seat about to long so he was able to walk about with his aunty dancing to the background music staff didn't mind it wasn't to busy but enough people to realise how popular the stags head is . Would we go again defiantly just wish we lived in walking distance.

To celebrate Mother's Day early we booked in at the Stag's Head early on the Saturday night beforehand. The restaurant was most unwelcoming decor-wise - dark 1970s wood everywhere, but worse was the temperature in the room - really cold. My daughter- in -law is now a vegan and was assured when she made telephone enquiries before our visit that this would be no problem. However, none of the vegetarian options were vegan, though the chef did rustle up a bowl of rice with a few vegetables in it. My lasagne was cold with thick layers of pasta and sauce but very little evidence, or taste, of meat. It was served with a plate of chips only - no salad or garlic bread. We didn't want to spoil this special occasion by complaining at the time, but will warn others now of these problems. It is an expensive place to eat which made our experience even more disappointing. The staff were very helpful and welcoming but we waited 40 minutes for ice cream desserts.

Attended a family party. Atmosphere was good and the staff very professional and attentive. Food had been pre ordered so all arrived together, well presented. Now the negatives, steaks were well done not medium. Puddings seemed shop brought rather than freshly made, the worse presented and tasted profiteroles i have had, and they are so easy to make. Great company made up the let down on the food.

Visited the Stag for an afternoon drink after shopping with my partner. Have heard about the Stag previously as being worth a visit. On entering it became apparent that we would not be struggling for a table as it was virtually empty (at peak Sunday lunch time). Ordered a Desperado only to be told that it was not stocked, then requested a Bud only to be told that this was also not stocked. I was left with a choice of 3 obscure lagers. It showed signs of having being recently decorated, however it also showed signs of being 'slapped' on. The carpet looked as if it would not be out of place on 'Antiques Roadshow'. This establish is tired and clearly in need of some TLC by someone who knows how to run a village pub. Will not be returning anytime soon.

have been here for lunch on numerous occasions and have only had one problem with cold plates on one occasion but we rectified this by always where ever we go to ask for a hot plate.the starter of prawns and the soup were delicious the same went for the mains of a roast dinner.the problem arose when our dessert arrived,i ordered a bakewell sponge pudding and when it came it looked really appetizing.i took a spoonful of the topping which was lovely but when i took some of the sponge it was stone cold even some of it frozen.we called the waitress over who took it away and minutes later i count believe it when she put down the dessert i sent back that had just been put in the microwave.when i said i couldn't believe she had just done that and told her to take it away there was no way i was eating that the look of disbelief was a classic.we asked for our bill and left.im sure everyone will agree that when we go to these places to eat there is no way the food can be cooked fresh so of course food is put in the microwave,but it is extremley sloppy when you send out food that is still frozen or not heated properly

Whilst I can't fault the service and attentiveness of the staff the food on offer was distinctly average and somewhat pricey. OK if you live round the corner but not worth the trip otherwise.

Was looking forward to a good meal. Pricier than some pub meals so had high expectations. Pork fillet and chorizo skewers in Thai sweet chilli sauce were a bit tasteless - better when I asked for additional sauce. Family had lasagne which was tasty but came with a teaspoon of coleslaw and mountain of chips despite asking for one a few. Avoid the ice cream - cheap synthetic. Meal was not bad but I have had better meals in pubs for half the price.

We visited here with my sister and her fiancé to celebrate their engagement. We had booked a table for 7:30. We ordered drinks and our mains almost immediately and our mains were on our table piping hot at 7:55. Super quick. The plates were hot, and the food was piping hot. - just as it should be. I had the steak pie and it is gorgeous. The steak was cooked to perfection and the pastry was just right. My sister had a turkey roast and she said it was delicious and the veg was lovely. The staff were extremely attentive and welcoming. The bill came as a shock to me because I was expecting it to be much more expensive than it was.The pub has a brilliant ambience and the decor is wonderful. It is a very relaxing environment.Would recommend to anyone. Brilliant place with delicious food. I will be visiting again soon.

This place is okay. if you lived locally, you would go to avoid cooking/washing up. The food was hit and miss, the pie was fantastic, the pasta below average. The veg however was terrible. For the quality of food, the price was too high compared to other places nearby. Can't fault the staff or service however - both were excellent.

Had my late mothers wake here ,the buffet they put on for us was superb and second to none .All of the staff are so lovely and cannot fault anything .

My partner and I visited the stags head for the second time last night. The food, wine and service was faultless. The menu has some great choices. We both had the deep fried brie to start, I had the duck breast served pink with roasted vegetables and boulangere potatoes, my partner had the kangaroo Diane off the specials board with sweet potatoes and roasted vegetables. It was so nice to see something different on the menu and I had a taste of the kangaroo, it was really tender. My partner is allergic to mushrooms so he asked to swap the Diane sauce for sweet thai chilli and nothing was too much trouble. All the food was hot, extremely tasty and arrived in good time. The service was excellent and considering January seems to be a quieter period the bar and restaurant had a great atmosphere. Like I said a faultless evening. Can't wait to go back.