The Thatched House Pub and Restaurant in Arun

Popped in here the Saturday before Valentines. It was going to be a romantic meal but we bumped in to some friends in town and decided to all eat here. We didn’t book and were lucky to get a table as it was quite busy. I had the lamb burger, my friends had fish and chips and a burger and chips. My wife who is Gluten and Lactose free had the bacon burger and chips. Everything was great, the food, the service and the staff were very friendly. We are now regulars 👍

So, it’s been taken over by new management. Booked for Sunday lunch today. Freezing cold inside, most people had their coats on as I did! One couple left, I believe because of this, as hardly touched their food. I had the nut roast , my partner had the half roast chicken. Quite pricy at £17.99 for mine & £20.99 for the chicken. Tiny amount of veg. Spoonful of red cabbage , 2 broccoli heads & a few carrots , couple roast potatoes.The waitress did say there was parsnips but we didn’t get any. For the price I feel they should have served lots of veg. Disappointed. Food was nice but just not enough of it and only had one drink as was cold so made it uncomfortable.

Under new management and open for food on a Monday, had to give it a try and was not disappointed, friendly staff, and great food.

The Thatched House Pub in Felpham, under the new management of Landlady Stella and Chef Ross, has made a delightful comeback. I recommend their flavorful Thai Red curry and commend the homemade minted lamb and halloumi burger, served with finesse alongside a rocket salad, Greek yogurt, and a red onion chutney. Stella’s attentive and friendly service, coupled with a commendable beer selection including Harvey’s Sussex Best and Dark Star Hophead, enhances the overall experience. Despite occasional noise in this bustling pub with wooden floors, the vibrant atmosphere doesn’t overshadow the enjoyment. I look forward to becoming a regular visitor and returning soon.

Visited on the off chance for a quick lunch on a Saturday afternoon and was not disappointed. The staff very welcoming friendly and efficient. I ordered one of the burgers from a good choice on the menu and my daughter, who wasn’t overly hungry, decided to have 2 starters of the calamari and halloumi fries. Everything cooked perfectly and was very tasty. Will definitely return.

Popped in on the off chance of getting some food, staff were extremely friendly and happy to answer my questions. The food was fantastic, with a great portion size, and the place was very clean and tidy. Some real effort has been put here. Will definitely return. Thank you 😊

Stopped to get an evening meal with wife and 6 months old grandson. 3 steps in met with a no children under 12 allowed in this pub from staff. Wow what a backward approach in 2023. Left and won’t return.

Just returned from our first visit to Felpham and we couldn't have chosen a better place to stay, eat and drink. A great pub with excellent food and fantastic hospitality from the owners.

Wow what a great night ..surprise hen do arranged by my daughter karaoke 🎤 night in The Thatched House.... Omg so much fun great atmosphere and all in the village. My hen party had the best time. Ticking all the boxes for me every time for these guys Mike and Alan so welcoming looked after us so well. Its like having the best time round your best friends house...sadly can't make next one.. night before wedding I dare'nt won't want to leave but will be back for more . Thankyou guys xxx

Haven't been here for years, but on a spontaneous night out we met some friends there. It was Karaoke, we had the best night. I haven't laughed so much in ages. The landlords were wonderful. Very welcoming, and such good fun. Everyone was having such a great time. Can't wait to go again. Thank you 'The Thatch House' see you soon. X

Wow! An amazing atmosphere in the pub for the King's Coronation. Great, friendly group of people, lovely food (antipasti and steak and ale pie) superb, attentive hosts. Brilliant way to celebrate an historical event.

Visited for a meal with my wife on Saturday evening. We had Hot Honey Chicken & Bacon with new potatoes on a bed of salad, and the Hunters Chicken Burger. The portions were generous, and both meals were very tasty. The hosts of the pub are really friendly and welcoming, they really know how to look after their customers. The prices are very reasonable, and there was an added bonus of a great Bon Jovi tribute act too. We will definitely eat here again.

Went here for a lovely meal. Service was great and all the staff were really friendly and welcoming. I would defiantly go back if in the area again and gutted we will miss the quiz night later today. Defiantly would recommend.

Wow a pub in the village where we have lived all our life with many friends celebrating a birthday are told not to stand at the bar and sit down! Shocking , no wander it has the reputation of the 3rd best pub in the village . Shocking , not even a busy night and we wander why ! A massive tip for you , if you want to run a business - understand you customer base and hospitality is about being hospitable - is it that hard ! Telling them you cannot stand at the bar and must sit down is comical ! What next , please don’t talk, your not allowed to have a conversation! , please don’t show any signs of frivolity,. Simply awful !

Absolutely wonderful pub thoroughly recommend xxx we always have the most fantastic time here cannot fault anything xxx lovely staff lovely atmosphere xxx great food and drink landlords excellent xxx

Excellent Sunday roast, family had various meats, lamb, beef and chicken, all well cooked with delicious accompanying vegetables. Good choice of desserts all served by friendly staff. Very reasonable price for a well-cooked meal.

Such a fantastic pub, can't fault it. Great landlords, lovely staff, scrummy food at very reasonable prices (best gravy ever!) Dog friendly, sheltered outside area, wonderful ambience. Best in the area without a doubt.

My favourite pub, fab landlords and staff, excellent food and entertainment. Prices very reasonable. Would highly recommend

The thatched is a beautiful pub with a very welcoming feel. The food was delicious and staff were lovely. Great service and the outside area is gonna be lovely in the warmer weather! Would highly recommend!

After a lovely walk we ended up in the thatch relaxing by a wonderful open fire and delicious food and drink well done boys and all your lovely staff ! Thank you

Visited today, Excellent Starters and Sunday Roast particularly huge portions and Good Value for money served by attentive staff

Well what can I say ! Myself and my partner have been regulars here for the past year or so. What a fantastic, warm and welcoming place it is. We are so proud to call The Thatched House our local. Personally I have never felt...

After visiting the pub several times and staying in the guest cottage we booked the Christmas day meal. Outstanding choice! Alan had the organisation down to a fine art, welcoming guests and ensuring they were happy throughout and Mike delivering the most delicious meals done...

Excellent food , had a three course Christmas dinner with family compliments to the chef , lovely hospitality from waiters also Ollie and Alan , tables looked lovely laid out nice and decor , and a great atmosphere would definitely recommend and will be returning

Christmas Day was just the two of us this year so we decided to eat out for the first time. Having looked at many local menus in the area we chose The Thatched House as their traditional roast dinner truly sounded the best and we...

Went to the Christmas Party night on the 21st December. There were 9 of us, everything was reasonably priced, the food was great, the team were excellent and we enjoyed the entertainment. We will be back in 2023.

A friendly pub with great bar staff and always excellent beer, nice to listen to some live music. Food looked amazing.

Mike and Alan, the owners pulled out all the stops for a mega Halloween night. The decked the lace out with spookie witches, coffins and cobwebs, also dressing up themselves. A fantastic disco on too so we danced the night away. Such a super fun...

Fantastic friendly service food excellent and staff wonderful! Spotless and a lovely atmosphere with real open fires and a brilliant choice of food and drink

We have just had a wonderful family Sunday lunch at the Thatched House, Felpham. Delicious food in a wonderful pub with fabulous decor and friendly atmosphere. Excellent service from two guys, we especially liked the beautiful guy with the amazing legs and cute shorts. He...

We popped into the Thatched House last week. Had a really lovely Ploughmans. Staff very polite, friendly and helpful. Nice atmosphere.

Alan , Mike and the team put on a great tribute to the queen. They pulled out all the stops and went the extra mile. Was really appreciated by everyone. Thank you They laid on sandwiches & finger food at their own expense which was...

Co-owner swore at my wife when she (politely) tried to find out what was in the quiche. Told us to f off and go to the pub down the road. Refused to serve us and/or apologise. Co-owner was clearly uncomfortable with his partner's actions, but...

Absolutely gorgeous food. We dont often gey out for food without the children. It was so lovely to be able to have a little break. The Atmosphere, Staff and food was just so lovely.

Myself, my husband, and a friend had lunch here today. We had a warm, friendly welcome from the staff. Their customer service was second to none. The food is to die for, and much better quality and menu choices than the usual pub fayre. I'd...

Took my friend here for her birthday as she lives locally. It was midweek and quiet but we got a warm welcome and the place has been beautifully refurbished recently. The wine and staff were lovely, starters did not get off to a good start...

Very welcoming,handsome young man,Alan,made us feel at home. I had Rib eye steak, which melted in my mouth, my sister in law had tapas, which she assured me was banging.

Staying at local hotel whim recommended another local pub for food which was disappointing so searched for live music and up popped Thatched House .Liz Angioni was the act and the night kicked off. The staff were friendly, good selection of gins / cocktails and...

Oh my! What more can I say about this wonderful place! So today myself & my husband went for a Sunday bbq. It was so lovely! Felt like part of the family, like barbecuing in their back garden as friends! Honest! Nothing is to much...

The food here is lovely! We stayed in the cottage for a mini break… the decor is gorgeous inside and outside ! Very friendly and helpful staff ! knowledgeable about the area for places to visit , Dog friendly, close to the beach , shops...

Popped in for lunch, warm welcome by Mike & Alan, lovely food, highly recommend The Thatch. Will definitely be returning. Alan

Five of us had a wonderful lunch here last Saturday in the garden. Food was so good and staff so friendly and welcoming. Would definitely head back here if ever in the area. Thank you 😊

Welcoming hospitality Great food and a all round fantastic establishment.. Will be returning soon...

This is the first time visiting The Thatched House, it was recommended to me by a friend and it did not disappoint. The garden is stunning, it was a warm sunny day and I could have sat in the garden all day. The staff were...

Absolutely fabulous experience lovely staff excellent food and atmosphere such a wonderful pub experience can’t recommend them enough xxx

Whilst not booking in advance and turning up on the off chance, despite the pub being very busy, they manage to fit us in for something to eat. The staff were really friendly and the service was great, they had a good range of pub...

Popped into The Thatched House earlier this month for a cheeky roast and Sunday afternoon beer. Absolutely gorgeous, I had the lamb and my partner the beef and both generous in portion, beautifully cooked with homemade sauces. Such a warm welcome from the landlord too...

Out out for dinner and drinks on karaoke Friday. What an absolute blast! Mike and his team looked after us very well. The food was delicious and the atmosphere was bouncing. I would highly recommend this establishment!!

We have visited The Thatched House many times. With friends, family, kids and our dog. Not once have we felt anything but welcome! The people that work here really seem like they care and they want to hear your stories! Alan is an absolute gem...

This is an absolute gem of a pub and by far the best in the local area. We recently had a family function here. The staff were so welcoming and friendly, the food was delicious and the atmosphere was great. Definitely worth a visit.

Sunday lunch with my partner. Arrived and were welcomed by Alan who was very nice,engaging and very attentive. Saw us to our table. I had the vegan nut roast, delicious, my partner had the steak, equally delicious. Food was piping hot and arrived quickly ....

Really friendly and fantastic refurb. Love they support local independent brewers. Not eaten but maybe next time. Dog friendly too so perfect stop off on dog walk and only short walk to seafront.

Had lunch with some ladies today. Standard fayre but very good. Lovely owners looking after us. Wish them lots of luck🙂

First visit last night. Went for my friend's birthday. Our meals were delicious. Had a great atmosphere as soon as you enter and the staff were brilliant. I will definitely be going back. Thanks guys for arranging the Processco and cake.

Was having a nice evening however after an hour and a meal was approached by member of staff who claimed to be owner accusing us of removing a reserved sign of the table. When we advised how rude he was and asking for the manager...

What an absolutely amazing place. It’s a real little Gem. The staff were so friendly and helpful, nothing was too much trouble. The food was too good! Indulge in the apple and toffee pudding with custard, you will not be disappointed. Excellent pub, great atmosphere...

This pub has a pleasant decor and a fire at the end of the room which adds some warmth and is a welcome feature especially during the present cold weather. There was a mixup with the booking but that was sorted in the end and...

From the start an excellent experience, a warm and welcome feel to the place with friend and helpful staff. Food was amazing home cooked high standard dishes. Will definitely be returning

Friendly, welcoming staff. Pub is spotless, the food was superb. Its a traditional hospitality pub where the owners are present and welcoming - the staff are smart, professional and very friendly. If your having a bad day, your guaranteed to feel better when you come...

I visited for the first time with my friend for lunch today.Lovely atmosphere, service was excellent and lunch was delicious. I would highly recommend and will take my husband for dinner next time!

I hate to admit this but we have lived in Felpham for over 10 years but have only recently been drawn to The Thatched House. Oh my goodness, what a fantastic place to eat, drink and be merry! All of the staff are wonderful ,welcoming...

Fantastic evening in the Thatch, no good reason, just a great meal with good friends. A lovely walk along the sea front, down past Blake’s Cottage to the warm and welcoming arms of Mike and Al. They have completely transformed this pub into a glorious,...

Came to the pub for the meal and silhouette show. What a fantastic thing to do to remember our fallen heroes. The girls were amazing as were the staff. Thankyou Mike Alan and staff xx

Wow!! came to an amazing show and meal in The Thatched House. raffles , music and money being raised for our veterans, Lest We Forget, and they certainly didn't, all stops pulled out for a fantastic night, atmosphere, and allot of happy people , staff...

This pub is a little Gem in the heart of Felpham village , it just beckons you in . Always greeted with a genuine warm welcome and friendly banter. There’s a classy well thought out decor, a great variety of beer, a tasty menu with...

This is a brilliant pub! Very lucky to have this fabulous pub on our doorstep. Wonderful staff fantastic atmosphere xxx

Lovely atmosphere and drinks - would definitely recommend! Enjoyed my evening and would come back! Thank you

Had lunch today and the service and food is amazing. The staff are brilliant, so attentive and polite. I would highly recommend this hidden gem.

Had such a lovely afternoon / night. The meal was delicious, and served with politeness, and care. The landlords Mike and Allen, were very polite, and made you feel very welcome. All the bar staff , were so friendly, and did a wonderful job. Will...

On Monday the 8th of November I rang in the late afternoon to make a booking for a special occasion I spoke to a young person who was polite . I gave him my details and time and date of the booking. Only to be...

Amazing pub with fabulous hosts, it was so nice to visit a pub that has such a lovely atmosphere. The menu covers all tastes and the food was really tasty. The garden area is stunning. We will be back.

The food is 5 star and one of the best around. The outside space is perfect on a sunny day. The staff cannot do enough for you and make you welcome. . A hidden gem in Felpham.. We have eaten there quite a few times...

This has got to be my new favourite place to eat and drink. Friendly hosts lovely new refurbished beer garden and homemade food to die for. Would highly recommend.

Had an amazing roast at an amazing price all the staff where welcoming and polite couldn't ask for more

Had a wonderful dinner here today My partner said it was the nicest burger she had ever had and my steak was cooked to perfection. The place is spotlessly clean and has a beautiful garden to relax in Staff are lovely and make you feel...

Absolutely brilliant pub we are made to feel so welcome and the staff are lovely and friendly and food delicious! Fab!!!

We came for dinner at the thatch and had a wonderful experience. Managers Alan and Mike were fantastic. The food was amazing. The atmosphere was spot on. The outside is just stunning. We had the best night and cannot wait to visit again. Thank you...

Brilliant night out. Loved the cocktails. The staff are so friendly and welcoming. I had a fantastic night. Loved the music !!!

What a fabulous pub! Staff wonderful and atmosphere fantastic thoroughly recommend this lovely pub feel very lucky to have this little gem! Favourite pub in the village!

Myself and friends were very disappointed with our visit here yesterday. We waited nearly an hour for part of our tables drinks order! After several enquiries asking where our drinks were, and presenting online bank statements to prove the purchase, we eventually received our half...

Tyla is a great barman, super friendly and makes great drinks!! The girls are wonderful too, everyone is so friendly and welcoming and the pub has such a great environment! Will be coming back soon

Fantastic to see the pub open again.. new owners, new team, special mention to Charlie & Mekala.. garden is stunning & we can’t wait for the upcoming events to begin. The food is already good but when the full menu launches get ready for take...

Thank you for such a lovely afternoon. So lovely so sit outside in the sun In your gorgeous garden drinking fine wine. Can’t wait to come back very soon. The food menu looks amazing also 🥰🥂

Such a lovelely evening in a sun drenched garden with amazing service, great looking menu which we will visit soon for. New landlords sssoooo welcoming and friendly, lovely village atmosphere

The garden has all been renovated and it's lovely. Great service and a lovely hidden gem, just a short walk from the beach.

Stopover drink. really good service. Brilliant thank you. Can wait for the reopen. Everything is done to a high standard inside. Cant wait for my first pint!! looking forward to the place reopening.

Booked and arrived to what we thought was a gastro pub restaurant. Arrived and shown to a table which you wouldn’t class as a restaurant. Small table amongst other tables of drinkers with a footy tv screen. No other tables appeared to be dining. Nobody appeared to bring menus or offering a drink. Complete joke of a restaurant

Fantastic Sunday roast and sea bass superb Great service really nice team behind the bar Will definitely be back This area really lacks good service but this is fabulous

It’s a friendly welcoming pub but unfortunately after two meals here I’m not tempted to go back sadly.

Three of us went for lunch, looking forward to seeing the newly refurbished pub and restaurant. There was no problem with the service at all despite there being only one person serving behind the bar and waiting on tables. The food was just awful. Two of us ordered the liver and bacon. When it arrived it looked as if it was a mound of dog food. The presentation was dreadful. The liver hadn’t been trimmed properly and was tough. My whitebait was so over cooked it was virtually inedible. We wondered if this place actually has a chef or whether an untrained person was in charge of the kitchen. Many years ago the Sunday roasts here were excellent but we shan’t be going back again for the food. The interior has had a very nice facelift but the food lets it down badly.

Impressed by the portion sizes. Really full after dinner and pudding. Nice clean and lovely views out the window.

Welcomed immediately by attentive staff. Excellent meals and drinks by our part of six. Will return soon.

What a great night after a bad start. Out for a few drinks a ended up here what a change it has had. The staff were so polite and helpful. Great beer and great food. Was out with a few friends and did get a bit loud. But the staff just came over and were so nice we just had to calm down. Thank you so much you guys saved our night out.

We have been there three times recently and the food has been very good. The staff are very helpful and friendly and looked after us really well. They also have very good real beers. The pub & restaurant are very clean and the whole ambience is good. Only small downside is when busy it can get a bit noisy.

A group of 8 mixed ages teenage to OAPs on Tuesday for evening meal. Excellent friendly service and good food. Such a lot of choice ..will definitely eat here again . I believe Fridays and Saturdays can be noisy and very busy here with the 30-40s as this is well known now for wonderful Gin cocktails.

Nicely refurbished pub, good food and attentive service. Reasonably priced menu.The restaurant being open planned was incredibly noisy, one of our party was wearing a hearing aid and was finding the background noise difficult to cope with, especially from the male member of staff throwing empty bottles into a container behind the bar which wiped out a lot of the conversation on our table.

Although we are local it's the first time we have had a meal there and it was excellent. The decor is very smart and staff are obviously trying hard while still learning on the job. Slightly awkward moment as I was paying with cash and was asked if I wanted the change. You don't do that.

Cheerful welcome and comfortable seating. Fair selection of drinks available and specials board was interesting including liver & bacon and rabbit pie! Portions were large and puddings were enjoyable. Staff friendly and helpful.

Food and service unfortunate, was hoping for better things when it changed hands. Really still a drinking man's pub, and food precarious. Not what I had expected.

Went here the other night -first time for many years - and after a fairly recent change of owners. Pub has been 'done up' and is all the better for it. Good atmosphere and friendly and welcoming staff. Good menu choices especially from specials board which had some more unusual dishes on it and that helps to set this place apart from the 'run of the mill'. Well kept real ales to add to the plus side.