The Three Horseshoes in North Hertfordshire

We visit this pub most weekends. This week we had Sunday lunch, roast beef. It was absolutely superb, generous portions, couldn't really fault it in any way. The service is very good & the landlord and landlady, Gerry and Julie are very welcoming and friendly.

Went for a lunch with my dog. Was welcomed into the pub by very friendly bar staff and Gerry the landlord. Super quick service and brilliant beers (Timothy Taylor Landlord is a permanent fixture!) I had the pie of the day which was beef and gunness was served with mash and vegetables. This was a proper pie, with shortcrust pastry all of the way around, not some hotpot with a stupid but of puff pastry on top. It was absolutely gorgeous and I polished off the lot much to the disappointment of my dog, I'm going to go again today! :-)

We booked in for Sunday lunch on our wedding anniversary and hoped that we would have a good meal and a great experience in this pub. AND WE DID! We’ll be back! Thank you for a lovely lunch!!

Positive: - Quaint local area near to home - Service was adequate / food was quick to arrive - Great if you want to meet up with your mates for a pint Negative: - Loud and rowdy with pub goers (could not hear anything let alone have a conversation) - Were seated by the door and got a nice whiff of motorcycle fumes when they started their ignition - Busy with no alternative seating if asked - The food was much to be desired: some parts cold and dry - Not the best if you want to enjoy a civilised meal with the family

Visited today for a drink whilst on a bike ride. Julie & Jerry were so welcoming. We stayed for lunch and enjoyed a roast which was absolutely delicious! We will be back very soon! Thank you :)

We were here last night. A true gem this really is. My partner Nigel had the flat iron steak, which he said was the best he had ever had. Melted in your mouth like butter, extrodinarley good. Moving on to my Scampi and fries, the Scampi was golden, and soft, not like the rock hard cremated, shapes you sometimes see. Wonderful. We ate in the garden, and a big shout out, to Sam and Millie for their brilliant service. We have just returned from France. Well let me tell you, this gives French cuisine something to conjour with. First time eating here, with the new chef, and long may he reign!! Bravo!!!!

Food was cooked to a high standard, great taste and presentation. Staff very helpful and pleasant. Have been here before and will definitely return. Thank you.

Recently my partner and I came here for lunch on a Saturday afternoon - from the moment we walked in we were met with smiles and hellos from the staff. The pub was warm, the fire was crackling and there was music playing in the background. The food was great, however the best part about our experience was the amazing service we received. Our waitress and bartender, who's name we learned to be Francine, could not have been more friendly and attentive. Everytime she passed us we were met with a smile - never once did we feel as though we had been forgotten about. We needed only to look in her direction before she came over so we could order more drinks. Fantastic service with a smile. Will definitely be returning!

We visited today as a central meeting place for the family to enjoy a Sunday lunch. We could not fault the meal, location or service - it was excellent. We cannot recommend enough and will definitely revisit in the future. Thank you.

Really nice place, sat in the garden, the food was really high quality and the staff very nice, very highly recommended! Will return soon.

Staff were lovely but the restaurant and bar has a real problem with flies. We couldn’t eat our food in peace as we were shooing five persistent flies. The toilet was infested with flies. Food mediocre. We won’t be returning.

Just had dinner here with my family and it was a lovely meal. We had a friendly welcome on arrival and once shown to our table , there is a nice choice of food on the menu. Food is fresh ,well cooked and plentyful. The staff were attentive and the pub had a lovely feel to it. I would recommend a visit here x

Have to say, never been to a Burns Night, celebration before, we didn't know what to expect, and I have to say this was brilliant from start to finish!! A Scottish Piper on arrival, playing in the pub and out! Fantastic food!! Loved the Haggis!! The landlord, Gerry presented the Haggis to everyone absolutely brilliant!! The Burns night poem, excellent!! Gerry made everyone feel they were the only person there! Burns night, with a Scottish landlord!! The best night out in ages!!!!

We had a delicious Sunday lunch roast chicken and roast beef and apple crumble and sticky toffee pudding. Made even better by the excellent service we had.

Oh my goodness, what a fabulous pub. Full of old world, charm and character. Wonderful selection of beers, and cider. I have to say, that what makes this pubs heart beat, is Gerry the landlord, and his wife Julie. Superb service and food. Brilliant staff!! Hello Ash, Tom, Iona and sorry to anyone I have missed!! A total jewel!!!!

We like this popular country pub. Dog friendly and a good mix of friendly punters. The beer was good and the landlord welcoming. Sunday lunch with all the trimmings went down well, with excellent efficient service from young Tom. Good value too.

Went for lunch for the first time, as we are moving to the area. We had a really lovely meal, the atmosphere was just lovely. The staff were delightful helpful and most welcoming. Everything was just so nice , especially the wonderful fire. Looking forward...

We recently visited this lovely pub for the first time and it certainly won’t be the last time. I would recommend booking a table. We had booked a relatively early table (12.30) and on arrival thought that we needn’t have, but the tables quickly filled...

Lovely friendly pub. Service was excellent. Food was especially tasty. Would definitely go again. Thank you to all the friendly staff.

This is a wonderful country pub with a friendly atmosphere. Me and my children come here twice per week and often eat. The food is great, the service is spot one and the atmosphere is welcoming. Extremely covid secure environment makes us all feel safe.

Wow is all I can say, this little pub in the cutest village serves the most amazing food. The staff are professional and very attentive, the food is sublime and the atmosphere is just perfect. I cannot recommend this pub enough

Have visited twice since it reopened and never disappointed. The pub is fully COVID aware providing a safe environment. The service is second to none with hidden smiles from the waitress but the eyes have it. The food is delicious and plentiful. Went with my...

This was our 1st opportunity to go out since 2nd lockdown and as our local pub had shutdown we wanted to support other local pubs in the area. The main course was perfectly ok however when it came to the pudding, apple crumble, it was...

The Three Horseshoes Pub in Hinxworth looks like an idillic country pub. I’ve often driven past and wanted to visit for a meal. Today we had this opportunity. Never again. Because we had a dog with us we were seated in the bar area which...

Visited today for lunch and had a lovely meal. Excellent friendly waiting staff, and a brilliant landlord and landlady. We had the roast beef, which was cooked rare, and let me say that rare is a rarity for under £25 a head. Every element of...

First meal out since lockdown so not sure what to expect. Very friendly welcome, all precautions in place. Nice garden setting, (weather helps of course). Food as good as ever. Felt very comfortable.

We have enjoyed a couple of meals from them during the lockdown. Our meals were piping hot even when we got home. The steak and ale pie was gorgeous and would definitely have it again many thanks

Not a big menu, which is great as you know it’s freshly cooked. Just love the atmospheres of this place

Recommended by wonderful photographer who completed my mum's 70th birthday shoot we booked a Sunday meal here as a seventies birthday family meal. Everyone was catered for and staff were so amazing and accomodating. A great atmosphere, great pub and great food. Thank you

The welcome was as expected, warm and very friendly. The soup, chilli parsnip was very good, a bowl full and very tasty. Unfortunately, the roast chicken wasn't on the same level as we received a few months ago. Instead of the half a chicken, it...

Delightful village pub. Very welcoming with a roaring fire. Good food too. Friendly staff and customers.

We stopped of by chance on the way to Cambridge and very pleased we did. Pleasant welcome on arrival by very helpful young lady behind the bar and enjoyed sitting by the wood burner as a chilly day. We had scampi and chips, the halloumi burger and chicken burger, the latter being one of the best I have had in a light crispy coating.

6 walkers and 2 labs were met with a wonderful welcome. This is a small village pub but the food and refreshments are first class. We are regular walkers and damp people and dogs can be inconvenient! The young woman behind the bar was pleasant and very efficient. We enjoyed it so much that puddings and coffee were also ordered.

We booked a table so we could be sure of a roast dinner and it was just as well, as they ran out of roast chicken not long after we arrived.However, the half roast chicken we were served was excellent. Every bit as good as last time. On top of that, the service and speed of delivery by Georgina was first class.I look forward to returning there again.

Lovely summers evening. Had our meal outside which was a treat. Quality food and a pleasant friendly welcome. Will go again. Recommend!

Lovely surroundings. There is a decent garden and have two goats called Gin and Tonic. Went for Sunday lunch with friends and family. The portions are large and veggie is all fresh. Fantastic Yorky puds and proper roast potatoes. We had roast beef which was maybe a little pink for me but very tasty. Another had a half roast chicken and it was a very large chicken lots of meat and lovely gravy. Puddings were great too. The crumble was home made and our grandson loved the ice cream. All in All a lovely place to go to on a Sunday. Very reasonably priced too.

Another lovely relaxed afternoon at our favourite pub, the garden is very baby friendly and safe. Extremely friendly and welcoming, lovely atmosphere, thank you to all staff who continue to provide fantastic hospitality. See you again soon

Been coming hare for over Forty years as I only live three miles away and it still has its magical feel.....quaint village pub with first class food and ales, friendly staff and customers, who incidentally will move way from the bar if you ask them for you to get served.

Last time we ate at The Shoes we were pleased but this time the service, as well as the fare, was absolutely top class. The warm sunshine made looking after the bikes a joy as we sat outside. The Roast half a chicken was succulent and very tasty. The roast potatoes nicely browned, the vegetables were crisp and the gravy full of flavour.

This is a great find ,great service. Food was nice medium sized portions but good quality food is used not the cheapest but not too high either bar area is a bit compact and quite lively but sat out of way for food and was enjoyable despite our two young tires kids being naughty and making a lot of noise would go back again if back in this area

We stopped off ad hoc for a break on the way home from somewhere. The food being served looked and smelt so delicious we asked to place a food order. It was at the very end of service so the barmaid asked the chef and our order was happily accepted.

The restaurant is very good, but my visits to the pub in the evenings for a drink have been spoiled by some of the locals who are allowed to hug the bar They sit sideways on the bar stools and prevent other customers from getting close to the bar r. They even continue their conversations when the new customer is trying to order. This means that everybody around the bar is having to shout. The staff and their customers ordering the drinks then have to bend forward and stretch across the knees of the people sitting at the bar, to pay and reach their drinks. This is, of course.is more difficult with card transactions and loose change,

Staff always friendly and helpful, good pub food and cosy and relaxed atmosphere. Great cross between feeling like a traditional drinking pub but also somewhere to eat and have a nice meal without feeling you’re in a restaurant.

Delicious fish and chips every time!!! Friendly relaxed service and friendly welcoming regular locals. Thank you!!!

Ate here recently with friends and enjoyed the evening. It’s been at least a decade since we were here last and the Pub still appears to be the centre of village life. Felt welcomed by those drinking there as well as the staff.

A great pub in a beautiful Hertfordshire village

Had meal booked for 8 o/c. Had to ask for menus, first course arrived just before 9 o/c. Had to complain to bar staff about the excessive wait for our main course which eventually arrived just before 10 o/c. Only to be disappointed yet again when my guinness and ale steak pie, only had 4 cubes of less than tender beef. It will be a long time before I try this establishment again.

Another lovely evening at our favourite pub, wonderful staff, great booze, wonderful atmosphere and people. Would highly recommend a visit

Ver pleasant evening out with pre meal drinks taken in the bar before being shown to our table. Good choice of food on offer from the menu plus daily specials inc vegetarian choice. Staff happy to pander to our needs and provided enough cutlery so that we could share a pudding without us asking. Would certainly revisit as good value and generous country portions

What a lovely place to spend a lazy Sunday afternoon. We met up with our family today for lunch at the Three Horseshoes and the food, service and atmosphere were all smashing and we will be back.

I am definitely not one to normally make negative reviews however I was very disappointed with the service I experienced here. I visited the pub with two friends and was really looking forward to it. The staff were friendly however the food was a little tasteless and disappointing. A few hours later I came down with terrible sickness which lasted the next 24 hours. I was away on a weekend break with my friends so the rest of the stay was ruined. I called the pub as I wanted to let them know however I was shocked with their response. The gentleman I spoke to was very defensive and said it won't have been them and "nobody else has complained." I felt very disappointed that he couldn't even acknowledge the possibility I had been so ill because of their food hygiene. Instead he was very defensive. I wasn't asking for money back but felt it was important to let them know.

Lovely pub in an idyllic setting. We had good service in the lovely conservatory on a hot summers evening . Food was correctly prepared and beautifully presented .Would recommend and go back

Went for Father’s Day meal with daughter and family the food was excellent one small hiccup on order but the staff dealt with so quickly it never was a problem all the staff are so welcoming and happy they make everyone feel at home would defiantly recommend to all

This pub keeps going from strength to strength. Great owners who provide a fantastic menu and service. Very reasonable prices, no wonder it's thriving.

Used to be a lovely quiet country pub, but unfortunately they had very loud music outside which is totally out of character for the village. We went for a quiet drink, but we won't be returning.

We have been here twice and have had lovely meals both times, warm, friendly and welcoming. Food is fresh and tasty.

I would highly recommend this beautiful place! The food is absolutely amazing!! We both had the roast Woburn black smoked gammon and I can honestly say it was delicious! For pudding we had the apple crumble and chocolate fudge cake both were amazing.

Have heard great things about this pub and decided to venture over on a Saturday evening.I have to say it lived up to its expectations and more. The food was delicious, the staff were extremely helpful and attentive, which was especially impressive considering how busy it was.

First time at this pub restaurant. Lovely afternoon tea, fresh and tasty and good portion. Welcoming atmosphere and nice friendly staff.

My husband and I, together with 2 friends had a meal here a week ago. the food was great - ham and haddock pie, cottage pie, battered cod and lasagne. The waitress was attentive and helpful. Friendly local pub with reasonably priced, good food.

My wife and I popped in here for a light lunch on 23 December. Staff were really friendly and welcoming and the baguette sandwiches were tasty and well presented. It's important to support your independent local pub, and The Three Horseshoes is well worth a visit.

The reviews I read on Trip Advisor reflect the quality of the food and warmth of the staff perfectly.

We went in search of a Good, local, Sunday lunch and ended up in The Three Horseshoes and we were not disappointed!!! Excellent Sunday lunch in a homely environment. I had the beef, which melted in the mouth, followed by the sticky toffee pudding, which was sticky and delicious!! My partner had roast chicken and Apple crumble, which he assures me was equally as good. Very nice atmosphere, friendly staff and good home cooking....what's not to love??!!

We tend to visit pretty much every month and always receive a warm welcome and enjoy the food and company. The menu is changed on a reasonable basis and always find something on the menu to enjoy. The owners are enthusiastic and care about their business. Worth popping in for lunch or evening meal.

We love this pub with good food and pleasant atmosphere. Friendly staff. Meals always cooked right and taste great.

I can only comment totally on meal but will add a bit about my friends meals. My starter was good (pate) however portion sizes in all starters were small. Main of chicken bacon and avocado - chicken dry and where it had caught on the grill (slightly burnt) tasted bitter on the tongue, avocado sparse - lots of lettuce with a couple chopped tomatoes and a bit if red onion and pepper. Lemon dressing arrived in a tiny pot which was awkward

The English village pub has been something of an endangered species of late, with pubs closing at an alarming rate, and buildings that were once the centre of the community being pulled down or sold off for housing. Therefore, as I travelled across the country and the clock ticked on, even as I approached the A1, I was looking for somewhere to eat. And there was the Three Horseshoes, with its thatched roof and low eaves. So I parked and stepped inside, to find myself in a building that combined the old-world with the new, with old-fashioned bar and modern restaurant space. The fish and chips was excellent, service good, and all in all, shows a renaissance of the English pub.

A charming "olde worlde" pub with an interesting lunchtime menu. We were re-visiting the pub after a gap of a year or two. My Caesar Salad with smokey butterfly chicken and bacon was large and tasty, my wife's fish pie was very pleasant although perhaps a variety of fish would have added interest. Coffee was excellent as was the service.

First visit and won't be our last,

Disfrutamos muchísimo de una parada para el almuerzo en el la herradura en uno de nuestros paseos de viernes. Picábamos cosas en entrantes que eran excelentes. Lo que un pub encantador y el personal era genial GRACIAS

Called n for a "light lunch"! The sandwiches (plus skinny fries!) were a main meal. Lovely old pub, friendly staff and delicious food. Outdoor seating too for the hot days. We enjoyed our visit

Original idea was daughter and I would go to George IV in baldock for a spot of A level revision and some food. It worked last week but having been told we would probably be waiting an hour for food and with one person behind the bar we went to the Shoes to try their new menu. In short, service was top, garden to die for and food of highest standard. Daughter had halloumi Burger with sweet potato fries. I had nacho burger minus guacamole to which I am allergic. Both as good as I can imagine such a meal being. I am glad that we ventured to Hinky and were put off George IV as we had a meal much better than last week and continued revision at home.

Very friendly staff and great food. We called in after visiting the Shuttleworth collection. Lovely welcome from friendly staff and food was delicious would recommend if you are in the area.

Lovely welcoming village pub. The meal we had was excellent and the waiting staff were superb. We will definitely visit The Three Horseshoes again.

I arrived with my daughter in law and 17 month old grandson, too an extremely warm welcome , what a friendly , comfortable pub and restaurant! The Sunday lunch was extremely good , the whole menu was very tempting , wish I had left room for desert !

We were drawn to the Three Horseshoes by a midweek lunch offer of two meals plus a bottle of wine for £25. What we found exceeded our expectations. This is a village pub with top class restaurant food. The new chef has created an interesting menu with food that is beautifully cooked and presented. The choice of wine was good too. We shall definitely be returning.

On arrival a very friendly pub with lots of lovely features with beams and a lovely fire burning. We had drinks then ordered our meals such a good choice to choose from. The meal was excellent and we all had puddings too. Certainly recommend people to come and try you will not be disappointed. We will be back. Well done.

Where to start: I would give this 6 stars if possible. FAULTLESS meal, seriously, one of the best meals I've ever had. Welcoming, with an open log fire; cheerful and lovely staff. And the FOOD! What more can you ask. I'll stop now - but could go on; and on....Visited lunch, 7th February, 2017. Mick

After looking on trip advisor for some where new to eat i found the three horseshoes at hinxworth so i booked a table for two at seven.I parked my car in there car park and we went in,what a lovely place it was busy with people both eating in the restaurant and drinking at the bar.all of the staff where very friendly and helpful.we had two lamb shanks with mash green beans and broccoli both meals where delicious and hot. I had the cream brûlée which was lovely followed by two cappuccinos . We both enjoyed our first meal there and would defiantly go there again.

Had a lovely Christmas Lunch with friends. The food was superb, hot and well presented. The price was very reasonable and the atmosphere nice and comfortable. We had free WiFi during our meal. All in all, the best Christmas Lunch in a long while. Thank You

At last, a real country pub with all the fittings. Its as welcoming as a full turkey dinner with a large wood-burning stove thrown in. Food, beer and wine are all good and pretty good value for money. Staff are very friendly and welcoming. It seems to be a place that walkers use for lunch as a stopping off place and perhaps that helps to create this relative rarity nowadays: a country pub in a tiny village that actually manages to attract a good number of customers. Well done to Gerry!

Friendly welcome at this village pub which is perfectly situated for a break during long country walks. Always a Timothy Taylor beer and a Green King IPA on draught, plus one guest beer. Good wines by the glass or bottle. The food is also good though we have only tasted the lunch menu so far. The landlord and landlady are much in evidence, looking after everyone, which is nice. Car parking out front.

Nearest pub to where we were visiting, got there latetish but landlord was still welcoming. Food was fresh and tasty.

Me and my mum had done a spot of walking and decided to get a bite to eat after. I took a 'wrong turn' and we ended up here. But it was a great outcome. The restaurant looked like it's been freshly done up. Either that or the owners keep the place ship shape! We were greeted by a friendly landlord who quickly got our drinks and we ordered food after looking at the menu.The food got to us quick and was lovely. Will be back again soon!

Had two very enjoyable visits to the Three Horseshoes. Great beer in excellent condition. Lovely food and good company. What could be better. Large rear beer garden with a shaded seating area to keep the hot sun off your head!!

We've had lunch here several times but this was our first visit since the pub had new management. It was a quiet Friday lunchtime, we were made very welcome. We both had fish and chips which was excellent and served in good time. We will certainly return when we fancy a nice lunch and try out other dishes on the menu.

Lovely fresh sandwiches very well made apparently the bear is very well looked after, nice garden to sit in with the dogs, very helpful owner.And a great treacle pudding with custard

Très bon pub on y mange bien pour un prix correct une nourriture varie pas uniquement un repas de pub. Bonne ambiance servi correct pour le côté pub.

The food was well cooked and presented. The wine and beer were very tasty. The restaurant area was clean , tidy and comfortable. The waitress was friendly and pleasant and dealt with our order efficiently.

Was passing thro on way to family and decided a good lunch was in order, near me now, and decided on this establishment based on four plus stars. Arrive at a small, intimate little pub consisting of a bar area and a conservatory style dinning area. Warm welcome from barman and menus / drinks sorted. Decided on starters of asparagus, hollandise and poached egg and maple glazed dipping sausages with whole grain mustard. All under £5 and well done. Mains was sticky ribs (£12) and steak/onions on ciabatta (£6). Ribs were excellent with skinny fries and homemade slaw. Steak etc was also excellent. All service undertaken by the friendly barmanThis isn't fine dinning but is good dining very well done. Wish I lived in Hinxworth!

Well run by new management, food wise its very good for choice, prices are sensible, good choice of drinks

Cycled to Hinxworth from home &Intended to just have a drink but stayed for late lunch. Beer battered fish & chips the best I have eaten anywhere & pea/asparagus risotto was delicious.Very warm welcome from friendly owners. Will definitely be back.

Got to tell others if something is that good! Stopped by on Sunday on a recommendation from a friend, and haven't seen a country pub this busy for a very long time. The owners were so welcoming, as were all of the staff, and nothing was too much trouble - they even had vegetarian options. Although the menu was small, there were still enough choices and the food was really good - we will definitely be going back in the future.

My last review was under the previous management, so thought it would be a good idea to update it. I hadn't realised it had changed hands until the phone number I had no longer worked, but Google solved that. The pub has been smartened up from the slightly old fashioned pub it was before, and with the new tables is clearly focussing more on food.The menu has been updated, and it was good to see a nice choice of items on the Sunday lunch menu other than a roast (but not too long a menu, that is always worrying).The welcome and service was excellent, and the food matched. Well cooked, good quality food, at a reasonable price. The roast beef I had was perfectly cooked and very tender, but all plates were cleared.I will certainly be returning.

Lovely traditional pub food. Nice atmosphere. Busy when we went but service was still good and prompt. The children shared an adult meal between two and had plenty to eat.

Visited in early April very much on the "off chance". It is great when this works.Pub was pleasingly busy which is normally a good sign. Mine host was rushed off his feet but remained pleasant and friendly to all. The menu is good and the grub even better. I believe the host had been there since Oct 2015 and he and his team are making an out of the way pub so good that those of us who have visited almost want to keep it our own secret.Will go back and hope that the Three Horseshoes goes from strength to strength.

We visited yesterday and had an excellent lunch in this friendly pub. Their food is locally sourced and nicely done. We will definitely be back

Visited today for lunch.Pub has a very friendly welcoming atomosphere.Service is excellent!The burger was delicious and the chips (I had fat but also a choice of skinny or sweet potato) were outstanding and not at all greasy and were definitely home made 'proper' rustic chips.Specials of the day are also on offer but very good traditional pub menu with high quality food.Would highly recommend and return!

Lovely unpretentious pub with very good food. You can expect a warm welcome from Gerry! Ate some delicious sandwiches in front of the fire and drank excellent beer. Couldn't ask for more.

Since "The Shoes" went under new management in 2015 (Gerry and Julie) we have visited several times for both food and just drinks. The atmosphere is warm, friendly and welcoming. The menu is short but covers every requirement - meat eaters, fish, vegetarian, small plates etc and there is a specials board. We have been for both dinner and lunch, both with and without our 3 kids. Food is good value, well prepared and the service is excellent. Looking forward to visiting in the summer, as there is a lovely back garden and outside patio area, which will be a perfect match with a pint of Timothy Taylors.