The Sun Inn in Bedford

Excellent food spoilt by surly bar staff and food served on plastic microwavable dish like you would get a meal for one on from Aldi's

Best pub in Bedfordshire!!! Friendly staff as soon as you go in, you can see the regulars are all treated like family and no matter who you are you’re welcomed into the pub. We had the tasting menu in the dining room and it is OUT OF THIS WORLD! Every single course tasted incredible and you can see how much the chefs put love and care into good tasting food. £55 may seem like a lot for a set menu at first glance… but when you get 5 fantastic courses in a gorgeous little restaurant that taste that good, it’s well worth every penny. Great to go out for friends or treat yourself to a date night.

Wow! This place is absolutely incredible! We had a reservation in the restaurant for the tasting menu and it was absolute perfection. Our expectations were exceeded, every single course we had was so delicious and rich. The presentation of every dish we received was stunning and you could instantly tell that there is an extreme amount of care and passion that goes into every single one! The service from the staff was terrific, so attentive in making sure we had a wonderful experience and that every need was catered for. The restaurant itself had such a warm and cosy ambience that instantly made you feel comfortable. I would absolutely recommend coming to The Sun Inn for a beautiful dinner! What an absolute gem in a quaint little village!

Went there last thursday for quick dinner from The Hatch witch was outstanding and i decide spend the rest of the evening in the warm atmosphere.I decide come Back on Sunday for roast i have had beef roast and this was my Best sunday lunch i ever had. Thanks to the chefs and Front of house for Looking after me.

We have dined at The Sun Inn many times now, and am always so impressed with the incredible food presented to me. The farmers table menu is outstanding and is amazing value for money. The changing menu always leaves you wanting to come back the following month, to try the culinary delights that are created at this beautiful village pub. The hatch menu which is served Wednesday to Saturday, is perfect for dinner on your own or as a larger group. The food is always at its best and seasoned to perfection. Overall a great place to go for a casual drink, a great value meal or the farmers table menu, for when you fancy something extra special or to celebrate an occasion.

This is my local. Many villagers are unhappy with the sudden price increases and lowering of standards. Tonight was the 4th time I have been unable to eat my meal due to over seasoning. Interesting that they never have salt or pepper on the tables… perhaps they already know! Perhaps it is hiding more…. They used to provide a decent Sunday roast, though overpriced, but now the menu change dictates a minimum of 2 courses on Sunday for £24 and Thurs-Sun is £55 minimum. Other days are food from a van at the back, on plastic plates and still go for £18-24! A total piss-take!

Absolutely wonderful Sunday lunch. Great choice of meats - our table had the pork belly & lamb, both locally reared & delicious. It’s the best pub roast we’ve had in a very long time. We hadn’t booked but were lucky to find space in the bar which is a lovely space too. The staff were all extremely friendly, big shout out to Sarah who served us! Will definitely return soon.

The change of menus and the lack of choice is very disappointing. We always visited with friends and family, but we won't be returning whilst the poor menu choices are available.

The Sun is not a traditional pub and my ratings reflect that it wasn't exactly to my taste. Having said that as a modern take it was well done. The food was nice, quite expensive for what we had. The food was ordered from a trailer in the back yard and then collected when ready. The decor was sparse which made the bar echo.which in turn meant I couldn't hear that well, a reflection on my poor hearing rather than the decor. I don't want to do The Sun a disservice because they were doing what they do very well it just wasn't floating my boat.

Had dinner with 10 family members. One member had steak and said it was the best steak he had ever had. Others and lamb and said the lamp was exceptional. Food was cooked to perfection with good quality cuts of meat.

Love the Sun. Lovely destination pub. The food is great. We had game stew and it was really nice. It’s not cheap but it’s representative of the quality. I absolutely love the decor in there. Very nice.

Being one of the more frequently booked musicians here at The Sun, naturally, I can certainly recommend their live music nights! 🤠 But that alone could be perceived as a cop-out. My partner and I have been meaning to dine at The Sun for a while, and at long last, we did so on Saturday. The menu is fixed and served in rounds. Much in the same way as fine dining, but with much more rustic, generous and, dare I say, DELICIOUS portions! 😋 Waiting staff check in with you beforehand to see if you want to make any changes or skip/add courses. My partner is coeliac and successfully catered for her with no mistakes. The menu changes seasonally, I believe, so no two dining experiences will be the same. Also, fun fact: the fish-shaped receptacles on the table are not decorative vases, but are in fact the water jugs! They also make delightful glugging noises when you pour them. It should amuse any young children in your dining party! You can always be guaranteed of a wonderful experience here at the Sun Inn at Felmersham, be it for lodging, pub experiences or dining. You can bet we'll be back before long! ✅️

Cosy decor. Friendly staff and a good range of beers. BUT the food was inedible. Both my mother-in-law and I couldn’t eat our food. I ordered a hog roast in a bap. Firstly, it was cold. Then I think it was reheated. Shame, as the team were lovely.

Amazing food lots of choice, rooms available and a great bar friendly staff and great atmosphere

Quite simply one of the nicest pubs in England, with fantastic grub to boot.

Fresh Menu, has a country pub feel, great staff and reasonably priced! Would highly recommend! Chef accommodated my friends awkward requests too which was a nice touch! Keep it up guys!

We had a wonderful weekend stay and dinner at the Sun. Were lucky enough to book the large room which was fantastic, the quality and attention to detail give a real 5 star feel. We had the 5 course tasting menu in the restaurant downstairs and it was the best meal we’ve had for a long time! A lovely warm welcome and great service throughout, we were even lucky enough to meet the owners! I really couldn’t fault it and will definitely be back!

Absolutely love this place and have visited many times. We made a weekend of it this time around and stayed in one of the new rooms at the pub.They have been beautifully decorated with lots of touches making the rooms feel luxurious. Would definitely stay again! We tried the new menu during our stay and thoroughly recommend it as well - the food tasted amazing (especially the prawns) and such good value for money! The staff are so welcoming and service was great. We asked for wine recommendations to go with the new menu, and these went really well with the food. This place is an absolute gem and just wish we lived closer so we could visit more often!

We visited after receiving a recommendation, and we are very pleased. The food was very tasty and a relaxed atmosphere.

We decided to use the Sun for a 50th Wedding anniversary party and they did a great job. There was 16 of us and the food was great and service was on point. Lovely pub, lovely people

Best dining out experience I’ve had in a very long time. Staff were very welcoming and friendly. Food is locally produced and executed perfectly by a chef who clearly knows what he’s doing. Only wish I lived a little closer and could frequent more often. Pub dining experiences like this are becoming harder and harder to find. Will definitely return and stay in the rooms upstairs.

Delicious food! Generous portions at a good price. Staff were all lovely and welcoming. We aren't from the area but if nearby we would definitely pop in again.

We had a Wednesday night dinner here & thoroughly enjoyed it. The staff were so lovely, answering any questions we had, being attentive, friendly & never pushy. Portions were generous, especially considering the absolute quality of the ingredients and flavourful dish produced! Really Devine flavours. We had the fish special & their classic rotisserie chicken (partner obsessed with the gravy!) + garlic bread, finished with the fig dessert to share. They catered well to my Coeliac disease, aware of cross contamination in fryers etc, the chef had anotated the menu which options were completely Gluten free (Coeliac safe) & separately which were 'gluten free' but shared fryers with gluten containing foods (not Coeliac safe). There were plenty of Coeliac safe options for me to choose from on main menu & specias menu. All was well. The menu is small but has a few classic staples like burger & their chicken, plus a few more adventurous dishes (rabbit, goat & octopus were on ours I believe). Menu seems quite seasonal. We sat in the restaurant which was beautifully decorated. The garden looked far more extensive than we thought having walked past, with a covered & uncovered area. Super popular pub restaurant, & rightly so. Highly recommend pre-booking a table. Have recommended to family and friends. Thanks so much to the staff

Excellent service and great food.

From the moment you step through the door a warm welcome greets you. Great choice of beers, wine and ales plus a fabulous menu. We ordered at 9pm and our server informed us that one of dishes had run out, however an alternative was presented and it was delicious! Definitely worth a revisit!

Great food, chilled atmosphere and the staff were all so friendly and attentive. A lovely place for a special night out or just a lovely home cooked meal.

I came with a group of friends and had the best time ever! the atmosphere was that of a small village pub but the restaurant was a beautiful dining experience. compliments to the chefs in the kitchen as i can say all the food we ordered was above par and something that i would recommend to anyone! if you ever get the chance to dine here then take it. 100% best food in bedfordshire and surrounding areas.

Super village pub. We were made to feel very welcome and the food was soooo tasty. Love it!

Very disappointing sunday lunch, and ordered beef, which came on a rather cold plate . Veg arrived couple of seconds later piled on an equally cold soup plate . Surprised at being given a steak knife for roast beef! The beef was extremely hard to cut let alone eat and vegetables were cool! to say the least. Must say the Yorkshire pudding and gravy were very tasty, we declined a sweet and are unlikely to visit again. Our dog was very pleased with his "doggy bag " beef addition to his supper

Just what the doctor ordered! Arrived to friendly staff, enjoyed a beautifully cooked dinner and a lovely glass of wine. Will be back soon to try some more!

Very nice pub,in a pretty village.Good welcome and very good service. Food was amazing at a reasonable price. Very good experience 👌

Lovely familly diner, fresh cooked and tasty food.Staff friendly and welcome.will be back again soon

Lovely familly diner, fresh cooked and tasty food.Staff friendly and welcome.will be back again soon

Food was brilliant and Staff looked after well. Feel like home.

Went there for dinner Wendesday night , looks very bussy .Staff where very friendly and food absolutely beautiful, guess is cooked by actual chefs.

£36.20 for pint of Guinness & Lager,including £27.50 for bottle of Pinot which is £7.00 in supermarkets. Rip off

Lovely pub, nice garden but £27.50 for bottle of 12% italian wine, no!

The staff were very helpful and the food was excellent and good value. We enjoyed our lunch on a very hot day. We chose not to sit outside but were given a table just beside the open doors, which was perfect.

Probably didn't sit in the right place with 2 disabled. Felt like we were in the way of the regulars.

Everything started okay. We had booked a table for lunch to celebrate a family birthday and had decided to book for another family birthday later in the year, which we did after ordering. However having notified the team when making the reservation that someone in...

Friendly and attentive staff, but menu a bit too limited and 'fancy' for me.

Arrived on foot after a walk. Great welcome. Dog was allowed in. Delicious food and a fine beer to help it down. Would recommend. Menus were good and surprisingly reasonable. Nice inside. Staff great 👍. Will try again.

Didn't eat at the Sun so may need to update my 5* but looked good. The interior seems redone recently but still felt olde English and charming. My wife remarked 'one of the nicest pub interiors I've seen'. 2 pumps on and a row of fizzy taps, beer was decent and a fizzy cider will go down well on sunny day. 3 flavours of crisps (as no chef at the point we went in) is ok. Young lads behind the bar let me try a mouthful as well as poured the beer well. Overall we will be returning to ensure this score is maintained. 😁

If you’re looking for great food, great service and brilliant; friendly staff. This is the place for you. Locally sourced ingredients across the whole menu and this really shows. The sun is definitely one of if not the most reasonably priced restaurant/ pub around for both food and drinks. Great selection of drinks with many different specials changing regularly shows how popular this pub is and rightly so.

Frequently visit here & am always impressed with both the friendliness of the staff and the brilliant service we receive. There’s a fabulous selection of beers available for more than reasonable prices & the most incredible locally sourced food. Cannot recommend this pub enough and...

Best pub in the UK. Pete is a legend.

Dinner last night at the Sun was excellent. Thank you to the chef Alex and all the team for an enjoyable evening.

Great food, possibly the best within the wider area.

A small menu but perfectly formed and everything beautifully cooked. A lovely country pub with a great atmosphere, helpful staff with a good sense of humour.

Very nice place to eat with a great garden too

Another fantastic visit to the Sun, this time for lunch which was superb as usual. The staff were flexible in accommodating our request to have a starter size portion of the pork belly which was very tasty. The star of the show was the cod...

Beer well kept and at £4ish a pint of lager great value

We visited the area for a wedding and were welcomed at the pub with exceptional hospitality and the friendliest of welcomes. The food was gorgeous, delighted they were catering for the wedding too! What a fantastic team, so friendly and hard working! Highly recommended!!

It was okay. Food was tasty, not much choice to choose from. Its either roast or...a roast. 3 starters didn't appeal to any of us and the panna cotta was disappointing. Lovely staff though. We wouldn't return.

Still the best there is anywhere in this area. Ran by the fabulous team who are Connie and Peter . Amazing food, great wines all in a lovely atmosphere.

Great place to go for a well cooked meal and a drink. Went to the pub after a long canoe trip and the food tasted great, would definitely recommend!!

Very nice pub, recently reopened and still developing. Excellent food and good service. Do support them.

Always had absolutely amazing food in here. Great team led by a lovely owner

The Sun is a great pub that I recently visited and I must say, I was really impressed. The atmosphere was great, the drinks were amazing, and the food was delicious.

If you're looking for a cozy pub with a friendly atmosphere, The Sun is the perfect spot! From the moment you walk through the door, you'll feel right at home. The decor is warm and inviting, and the staff are incredibly welcoming. The drinks menu is extensive, with a great selection of beers, wines, and cocktails. Whether you're looking for a classic pint of ale or something a little more exotic, you're sure to find something that hits the spot. The food menu is also fantastic, with a range of pub classics and some more contemporary options too. The kitchen uses high-quality ingredients, and everything we tried was delicious. But what really sets The Sun apart is the atmosphere. It's a true community pub, where regulars and newcomers alike are made to feel welcome. The staff are attentive and friendly, and there's always a lively buzz in the air. The Sun is a great place to catch up with friends, watch the game, or just relax with a good book. Overall, The Sun is a fantastic pub that I would highly recommend. The combination of great drinks, delicious food, and a friendly atmosphere make it a true gem. Whether you're a local or just passing through, be sure to stop by and experience it for yourself!

Beautiful looking pub, very friendly staff and delicious food. All round excellent, would highly recommend!

An amazing pub. Beautifully renovated. Fantastic food and atmosphere. This is a classic top of the range pub worth travelling to. It’s menu is small but don’t be put off. So well thought out and beautifully cooked steak.

We visited the Sun yesterday with some friends for Sunday lunch. You feel a fantastic warm, friendly atmosphere as soon as you walk in the door. Great choice of draught beers and spirits are available and the staff are efficient and obviously enjoy working here....

Enjoyed an absolutely knock out meal for one on Thursday night. Delicious octopus starter - and the rotisserie chicken for main - life affirming food!!! I absolutely had no room for dessert but scoffed the lot. Cannot wait to return. X

We had the most delicious Sunday roast here beef rump was perfectly medium rare and very tasty and my hubby enjoyed the goat. It is excellent quality produce cooked with care and served by friendly and knowledgeable staff. They use Koffman potatoes (if you’re a foody you’ll know about these) which says a lot! Gorgeous gravy and fresh veg…… My only positive handy tip would be to revise the wine list and have some more affordable choices as the food is great value for money but the wines are a bit pricey and top-end. Also a couple of tables with comfier chairs - the church ones are a great look but not easy on the derrière! Thanks for a great experience and we will return soon

So friendly. Food is excellent and not your typical pub grub. Well thought out menu. Excellent service and atmosphere. Recommend.

Great pub, delicious food and even made off menu cocktails, super friendly service

What a gem of a village pub. We had a lovely Sunday roast in the bar area on Mothers Day Ad hoc. Guy behind the bar was spot on with accommodating us and super chilled. Great atmosphere and it would definitely be our regular if we lived there.

Proper Sunday lunch like you used to have at home, but cooked, served and washed up after by the attentive Sun team!!

Great meal at the Sun this evening. I had a fab vegetarian meal, king mushroom and potato gratin. Fabulous.

We have just had the most delicious Sunday roast lunch in the wonderful Sun at Felmersham. This pub has just undergone a full renovation and offers a really traditional ‘locals drinking pub’ environment, as well as a really nice restaurant area, which in the summer...

Great staff ,beer and food 10/10

Fabulous evening with friends for a birthday celebration. Fabulous in every way; food, drink, service, ambiance. Highly recommended

Lovely family meal Sunday lunch for 11 of us plus 6 month old granddaughter and a family dog. Food came out hot and extra veg was supplied when asked for. Very tasty and good quality. Excellent service from all the waiting staff.

Party of 11 for Sunday lunch. Excellent roast for us all, arrived at the table together and with a smile. Good value and a lively atmosphere made for an enjoyable experience.

Looking great after a refurb, with food, drinks and service as good as ever.

Family table of 7 for Sunday lunch. I had become quite bored with pub Sunday lunches, most places nowadays seem to get something quite simple so wrong. Today though I was Anton Ego from the film Ratatouille! My cold heart softened by the warm and...

We had an amazing lunch here for my husbands birthday. The daily lunch menu was really interesting with everything freshly prepared and delicious - plus an absolute bargain. They catered perfectly for my coeliac disease with 3 out of the 4 main dishes available to...

One of my favourite pubs in Bedford, a sweet little thatched pub with friendly, attentive staff and an ever changing freshly cooked daily menu. Only a few options to choose from but all freshly prepared and there are always interesting options with veggie choices too...

First class service on an incredibly busy evening. And quite definitely the best turkey bap I have ever had. I may well have to come back to try more of the menu!

Warm welcome, good choice of beer and Excellent good.

Lovely Sunday roast for 10.people. Excellent value, potatoes lovely,.very nice veg. All cooked to perfection and served together with nobody left waiting for theirs. Lovely rustic dining hall with wood burner and hops hanging from the oak beams. I will definitely be going back.

The staff at this pub are so welcoming and attentive. The food is fantastic , so fresh and tasty , with unusual combinations. The pub has just recently been completely refurbished and it’s so cosy and smart inside. Can’t wait to go back.

This was our first return visit since the recent renovation work and what a beautiful job they’ve done! All of the historic detail remains but subtle improvements have made the pub more accessible and better laid out. We ate in the bar and the atmosphere was wonderfully warm and friendly. The landlord seems to care deeply that his guests feel welcome. Our meal was delicious!! We had the special, Skate and it was cooked to perfection. Prices are very fair too. I can’t wait to go back!

Given the pub details to pop in for lunch. So pleased we were recommended. Most fantastic lunch in a very long time. Little gem and we will be back very soon. Great friendly staff good varied menu cooked very well and reasonable price and great service. Will be back very soon thanks again

Good food, very welcoming staff. Great decor, spotlessly clean 👌 Allowed our dog to come in. Definitely recommend

Fantastic food and great, friendly service. Just had a very smart new refit, definitely worth a visit!

Ok but a tiny portion of half a chicken and 40.00 for a bottle of Shiraz!

Extremely disappointed in our meal. Steak was over done when I asked for medium rare. Skinny chips mostly inedible.

Newly refurbished pub well worth a visit, we had a lovely meal 😋

This was our first time at the Sun Inn, we received a warm welcome to the newly refurbished pub before being shown to the dining room. The menu, while not very extensive was interesting there was enough choice for all 8 of us to find...

Only stopped here for water on the Willan hospice cycle ride. Seemed very friendly, pub undergoing a new thatched roof at present.

We came here for an anniversary meal at lunchtime. This pub, the staff, and the grounds are great. Food was truly exceptional.

Great afternoon in the garden and a lovely dinner too.

Had a lovely meal there, friendly helpful staff. Great atmosphere

Nice village pub, quality of food was very nice. No bookings taken on Sundays but when we arrived and there were spaces in the restaurant we were told to eat in the bar or garden on fathers day.

Amazing food, classy glasses and the most wonderful staff. Nothing was to much trouble, we only intended to go on Friday night but it was so good we went back Saturday !

Very affordable food and drinks, waiting staff most friendly and service fast and efficient. Currently finding the car parking a problem..having renovation outside the building.

Visited on a Saturday and had the hog roast. The food was lovely, really reasonably priced and full of flavour and filled us up. We sat in the beer garden, there is a small stream which is lovely on a hot day. Will defently return as we want to try the Sunday Roast.

We visit quite regularly, usually sitting in the bar, but both the bar and restaurant are really nice. The menu changes regularly.