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Based on 1.124 opinions finded in 1 websites
Nº 367 in 759 in Isle of Wight
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Gorgeous place, bit expensive unless special occasion. Then perfect.
marion lawrence . 2024-10-08
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Had a l drink in their lovely garden, such a pretty place. Loved their cat too.
Kerry Barnes . 2024-10-01
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Omg absolutely lovely roast..Was go have pud at start ,but to full up with main .Best roast ever xx
barbara hayes . 2024-09-29
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Old time pub in Shanklin. On holiday there and only called in for a quick beer so I'm unable to comment on the food myself but given the fact that it was packed full early on a Monday evening is in itself a five star rating.
John Gwalter . 2024-09-29
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The Sunday roast was good , good value for the money. Lots of meat to choose from beef, turkey, pork.
DavidnRuth Marshall . 2024-09-24
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An ok Roast dinner apart from tough roast pots,Yorkshire very flat,and a lot of Cinnamon in the swede and the apple sauce.Very pretty place but food didn't live up to surroundings.
Colin Moss . 2024-09-22
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Very disappointed as Kiev was burnt, it was replaced but barman was rude when we spoke about. Definitely not adhering to "the customer is always right!"
Alison Macgregor . 2024-09-17
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Pub food was fine. However, they claim they're dog friendly, but they push you to one side and make you feel unwelcome if you have a dog.
David Clarke . 2024-09-17
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Lovely old building, food was good but for roasted potatoes seemed to be made quite awhile ago hard and inside not fluffy. My friend had a pavlova but instead of breaking up it was chewy and rubbery. A member of staff put s notice on our table for the next customer while we were eating and we had to ask for some utensils. Not recommended by me.
edwin dunning . 2024-09-15
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Was there for the scooter rally top pub
Alan Bradford . 2024-09-14
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Old village inn, in the heart of old Shanklin. Great food, great choice and a lovely. Atmosphere. Reasonably price food. Must book in advance
Sue Cubitt . 2024-09-13
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Busy pub, book in advance. Food was good, including the deserts. Back garden was the only option, not very comfortable.
Frans Leijtens . 2024-09-11
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Try the burgers, sit upstairs the bartender is great, she is great to chat with and she makes great drinks. Wish I could have stayed longer and visited more of my birth place. KEVIN.
Logan L . 2024-09-09
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Absolutely superb Salmon fillet. Drizzled in a sublime sauce. New Potatoes as advertised. Only let down by the complete lack of sparklers on any of the ale pumps. But that's a southern/northern divide thing!! My mistake for not having a nice glass of Rosé or Chardonnay with my salmon.😏
Paul Murray . 2024-09-04
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We had the High Tea, £20 for 2. It was delicious and well worth the money. Only issue, tea not nice, water not hot enough, so have coffee!! Lovely place with gorgeous lamps. Staff very nice too.
Torty . 2024-08-31
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Our group agree what a great place to eat
Graham Bird . 2024-08-26
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Had an amazing Sunday Roast here!
Tom L . 2024-08-25
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Lovely little village pub, and the food was delicious! The hospitality and service was fantastic. I would definitely recommend.
stephanie Gard . 2024-08-22
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Was in on Tuesday 13th august loved it going back
margaret mcmillan . 2024-08-16
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Lovely pub, with good real ales on offer and a reasonably priced menu
James Burton . 2024-08-12
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Always great food and friendly service, a real pleasure to go there every time.
Nils James . 2024-08-03
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Just had an amazing dinner at the Village inn. The food, service and restaurant were outstanding and would recommend it. The portion sizes and quality of food are excellent.
Matthew . 2024-07-22
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Had a Sunday roast. For me it wasn't great. Unfortunately everything seemed to be over seasoned with black pepper which I don't like. The rest of my group loved the food though.
Tracy Ames . 2024-07-18
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Great food, top service and fantastic guidance into what to see, we visited all sites, splendid.
Knut G Flo . 2024-07-18
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Good bowl of Mussels and fish and chips
john beevers . 2024-07-11
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Lovely pub with a traditional feel. Great menu, lovely food, excellent service. Very popular advise booking Dog friendly Nice beer garden. You can get a cream Tea here ✅
Sandie Young . 2024-07-04
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Our Son has a nut allergy. They were not accomodating at all. Most places we visited in the Isle of wight have been amazing and make every effort to cook a meal safely notifying all the staff that they have someone with an allergy. When we ask for allergy menu they basically come straight out with, If he has an anaphylactic shock we won't be held responsible, are you carrying epi pens and it is air born you know. Very patronising. She then continued to say the chef will probably refuse to cook for him anyway. Just feel she could of addressed this very differently and just said we cannot guarantee no nuts in our food very sorry and left it at that.
Lee Dines . 2024-07-02
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Hands down our very favorite place in Shanklin to enjoy a good meal and few drinks with our family and friends. Great ambience, super friendly staff, and delicious drinks and food. I cannot wait to return.
FLnurseER1 . 2024-07-01
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The stake was great, thank you 😊
Ionuț Mărunțelu . 2024-06-30
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Small bar, awesome garden. Good choice of drinks, superb food, lovely staff. Best public house in Shankin 😍
Mark Taskas . 2024-06-29
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We had a lovely dinner at the village inn in Shankly. Excellent service, Lisa the owner was so welcoming. I would thoroughly recommend, 5 stars
Wandsworth Table Tennis . 2024-06-29
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Went for a birthday meal. Booked for 7 people given 2 separate tables which we had to push together! Excellent menu. Very good fish choices Staff seemed busy and distracted but it didn't matter as we were celebrating a birthday
Lesley Jones . 2024-06-26
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Good clean beer garden, but the food was just bang average. The poor waiter brought 2 different meals to our table before we got our order. The wine was nice but a bit pricey.
Tony Howell . 2024-06-26
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Absolutely superb food, service & staff. Highly recommended. Good value for money. Huge portions. Ribs are simply the best.
Andrew Walker . 2024-06-22
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Lovely service, great food and music ❤️
Uzma Zaheer . 2024-06-22
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Very cozy and authentic place. Huge portions, everything very tasty. The waiter is a pleasant woman. I recommend
Daria Horbachova . 2024-06-19
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I've just taken my wife Ann for a meal all I can say is wow wow wow it's a must. Thanks so much. The portion size is huge. We will definitely recommend this place
Dave Martin . 2024-06-19
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The food here is superb. They were busy, but they had so much seating available that we were able to get right in without a reservation.
Ken Will . 2024-06-15
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Nice pub and the bar man with the dark hair and glasses was extremely friendly and welcoming. It appears you need to book a table in advance, they were all booked from 7ish. We came earlier so were able to nab one not booked until later. Lasagne and chips were lovely!
Sarah Hogan . 2024-06-06
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Mussels unbelievably delicious, order with plenty of bread to soak up the yummy broth. Got seated despite no reservation, reasonable prices, nice atmosphere. Highly recommend.
molly jordan . 2024-06-05
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Food was fantastic. But you have to book
Nick Smy . 2024-05-26
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Lovely little pub. Great atmosphere. Worth a visit 100%
Aaron Wherry . 2024-05-19
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Fantastic food , great staff , must visit for dinner if your in shanklin.
Kim Coburn . 2024-05-14
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Fabulous meal. Staff were attentive and polite. Ambience great. Truly was an amazing meal. Will definitely return. 👍🏻
YT Cyphy ツ . 2024-05-14
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Good beer well kept, 10 percent discount for regulars.
Chris Merton . 2024-05-11
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Wonderful pub with great beer. Had roasts beef and pork. Beef totally overcooked, pork lots of fat and very chewy, carrots & parsnips overcooked and floppy, roast pots overcooked. Cauliflower & broccoli & yorkshire pub ok.
John Harwood . 2024-04-28
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Cosy pub/restaurant with pretty good food
Peter . 2024-04-26
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Short staffed so very slow service even to place the order at which point the server huffed and puffed that we were not in the pub just for a drink but actually required the kitchen to be involved. Cheese scones were fine but fruit scones were burnt and fell apart when cut. Tea tasted almost, but not quite, totally unlike tea. Avoid.
Brian Cutts . 2024-04-22
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We just had drink, great place to drink in Shanklin old town. If you want to eat, book a table to avoid disappointment
Julie Moore . 2024-04-12
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Very good food. Pleasant atmosphere and service
Tina Stickley . 2024-04-05
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Lovely pub, friendly staff and a good range of drinks. My partner and I were only here for a drink so can’t comment on the food but it smelt and looked nice.
Caitlin Coster . 2024-04-03
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Amazing food! Even better service Portion size is a lot for one person and the food is delicious Please do try Village In Garlic Bread! And thank you to the amazing staff!
Rishabh Jain . 2024-04-01
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Good atmosphere, good food and great staff. My number one destination on my next visit to Shanklin !
GARY BROCKLEBANK . 2024-03-30
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Fantastic pub, great food, lovely bar staff.
Jamie Proctor . 2024-03-22
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Fantastic local pub do not miss
Nigel Baxter . 2024-03-21
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Lovely cosy pub. Wonderful staff and fantastic food. Can't recommend highly enough.
Tarnia Hassell . 2024-03-17
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Absolutely stunning. I highly recommend the pork belly with potato dauphinoise. Will definitely be returning when visiting the island next.
Kris Peace . 2024-03-15
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Friendly welcome, tasty food and a cosy atmosphere.
Will Higgs . 2024-03-14
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This is our favourite pub. I make sure to come here every time I come to England, and I am never disappointed. At different visits to the pub during this stay, I tried the fish & chips, the cheesy cauliflower broccoli soup, the lamb shank, the cheesy garlic toast, and the fried fish sandwich, all of which were absolutely delicious. The atmosphere is calm, warm, rich, and inviting, and the staff are absolutely fabulous. They know when to offer assistance and when to respect one's privacy, as well as being very friendly. I wanted to try something new to drink and the bartender not only created a new drink but seemed to instinctively know what I would like. We love everything about this place, we will definitely be returning, and we urge you to experience The Village Inn for yourself!
Charlie Topnik . 2024-03-12
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Lovely cosy, warm, family friendly pub/restaurant. Dogs are welcome. Can't rate it high enough. Price of food looks expensive but believe me you get more than your moneys worth!
Martin . 2024-03-05
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So, my husband and I decided to stop for a drink at all the eateries in the area before deciding where to eat. This was the first atmospheric place on our journey. Menu and staff were fantastic!! We had a quick drink, then went to other places on the area and ended up here again! The food was fabulous, ambiance amazing and the staff were extremely welcoming (except for the feet comments) LOL. Solely because of the experience we had tonight, we’re planning to come back again soon!
Sharene Jones . 2024-03-03
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Really nice iconic pub in Isle of wright
Chun kit Tse (Calvin) . 2024-03-01
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The ambiance here is cozy and inviting. The charming fireplace and wooden benches create a warm atmosphere, while the mosaic-style lights add a unique blend of rustic and art deco vibes.
Thea Norest . 2024-03-01
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Custom a bit sparce at the time of our visit (out of season) but a lovely, old, quaint Village pub with coal fires, thatched roof + lots of history to see, just looks inviting. Pleased we decided to eat here, good wholesome food at reasonable prices + good portions too !! Would certainly make a bee line when return to IoW
Lesley Serridge . 2024-02-29
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Had the fish burger with chips and coleslaw And the lasagne with salad and garlic bread. All I can say was it was absolutely incredible, one of the best fish burgers and lasagne I've ever had. Being someone that lives in London and tries alot, this was not only the best I've had in the UK but the best I've had internationally (even the lasagne was so much better than the ones I've had in Italy!) Even the garlic bread is stunning, fresh garlic butter with parsley and the bread is brilliant, soft and melt in your mouth on the instead and the perfect crisp crunch crust. Honestly hats off to the chef. We loved it so much that we've sat here waiting for space to open up in our tummies to go ahead and eat more! I've never given a full five stars, but everything here was amazing, from the wonderful service, so friendly and attentive, to the beautiful food and the great atmosphere. Wish we were staying in isle of Wight longer, so we could come back here! Would've loved to try their lunch options including the cream tea made fresh by their Baker in house. Hope to come back soon again!
Homa Keshavarzi . 2024-02-29
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I had one of the most delicious fish burger ever! Also, i ordered beef lasagna and it was stunning! I had my last dinner in Isle of Wight here and this place made it unforgettable. Will defo come back in summer!
mohammad mehdizadeh . 2024-02-29
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Nice place to while away a chilly February afternoon
Guy Plumb . 2024-02-08
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Without hesitation, the best restaurant in Shanklin... and one of the very best on the Isle of Wight. Very friendly welcome, impeccable service, very polite and available staff, friendly atmosphere, the best one you could wish for. I had dinner there several times and I recommend without any hesitation the mussels marinière (my favorite dish at the moment), but also the lamb shank, excellent, and the salmon tagliatelle. It's "homemade" and the cooking is perfect, the vegetables that accompany the dishes are varied and cooked to perfection. For Sunday I recommend the Sunday roast lunch with turkey (perfectly cooked), and for the drinks, you have the choice between some very good beers, and I recommend the Sauvignon blanc, excellent. An address to remember... and where to return without hesitation as many times as possible.
Frankie Bluesy . 2024-02-06
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We visited the Village Inn while staying at a local hotel and had delicious meals. The menu was great and there were also specials to choose from. Unlike a previous reviewer I thought the mushroom stroganoff was really tasty and my husband enjoyed the salmon. We were too full for pudding! The pub was really pretty, with 2 open fires and lovely lighting, perfect atmosphere for a cold winter's evening. The staff were efficient and really friendly. We would definitely return next time we visit the island and heartily recommend.
Judith Smith . 2024-01-31
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We enjoyed our meal and would definitely return.
M Stacey . 2024-01-24
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A proper village pub. Well dressed, real heritage from the thatched roof, stone walls, small doors and historic character to the collectables that add character & familiar warmth to the two fireplace with a long central bar & plenty of corners & comfortable spaces to hide & relax in a variety of comfort.
Alex Conkleton . 2024-01-13
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Best Sunday roast on the island!!
Ryan Mendolia . 2024-01-02
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A tad expensive , overhead a customer being told " we have no Guinness on Draught as we would have to charge £9 a pint !" As we are a free house " hmm 🤔
Robert Irwin . 2023-12-26
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Great time of year to visit this very Festive pub, with open fire place and warm surroundings.
Tony Day . 2023-12-12
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Only went for a beer, a nice pub.
Mike Davies . 2023-12-07
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Absolutely disgusting Sunday roast today. Swimming in gravy. Left most of it. Definitely not worth £14.50! Coffee was cold, cup half filled and weak. Service was very bad. As a local, wouldn't recommend it.
Pamela Sergeant . 2023-11-26
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Great food and drink, really accommodating staff, and a lovely cosy space. Would recommend the roast!
Hugh McEwen . 2023-11-19
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Excellent food and welcoming atmosphere.
James Cook . 2023-11-16
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What kind of so called pub doesn't allow dogs!!
Ian Ross . 2023-11-09
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A beautiful pub, the staff are amazing, welcoming, friendly and professional and the food exceptional. We have never been disappointed and we go very often. Every dish is superb and well presented. Can't recommend enough.
Active Languages . 2023-11-08
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Very Nice Pub We used it for two meals during or stay in Shanklin (Evening meal and Sunday Lunch) both were excellent with big portions at very reasonable prices. On our last day we retuned for an evening drink and were recognised by the staff showing how friendly the ambiance was. Would recommend it if you want an old fashion pub with good beer and food.
Pete Edwards . 2023-10-26
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A great evening with family, but there are only three vegetarian main course options, two of which are 'spicy'. As somebody who doesn't like chilli, I was left with one option only. This was OK, but not a dish I would go for normally.
Karen Crowhurst . 2023-10-21
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What a great pub and restaurant. Delicious food with great staff serving you.
David Chillingworth . 2023-10-19
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Lovely cosy pub with nice ambience!
Philip Shock . 2023-10-15
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Staff were not very welcoming 😕
Zel St . 2023-10-08
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Highly recommend the celery and walnut soup, chili salmon, pesto cod (special), and Baileys dessert! Very friendly staff, wonderful atmosphere, and great live music on a Friday night.
Klara Hricik . 2023-10-07
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The BBQ Ribs are superb Service great even during busy times. Quintessential English IOW pub. Highly recommend.
Richard Bates . 2023-10-01
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Lovely evening would recommend.
Sandra Oliver . 2023-10-01
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Huge portion of fish and chips! Can't fault them there. It was cooked to perfection. They were able to seat us without a reservation as we were turned away by the place opposite. The vibe is very much old-skool country pub, which I really liked. Walls painted in British racing green with Tiffany style lamps. Original beamed ceilings. Parking in the nearby carpark is free after 6pm.
Clare Anthony . 2023-09-26
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Hidden gem. The food was amazing. Huge portions.
Jason Ward . 2023-09-21
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Only went for a couple of drinks but the staff were very good & a lot of people were eating.
Dave Lee . 2023-09-21
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Authentic, nice atmosphere and good live music. The food was nice but huge portions.
Poul Strandmark . 2023-09-17
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Seafood platter was enormous, so much food we could not eat it all. Absolutely superb and came with a free bottle of wine. Worth every penny.
John Blackman . 2023-09-16
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Had evening meal for six nights everything AOK
Dennis Pilling . 2023-09-16
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Mediocre food. Steak so so. Beef and ale “pie” not a pie. More like stew texture with a lid. No base of pastry so not a pie. Chips were nice. Gabrielle served us. Much more polite than the guy who had no customer skills . Good service from the young polite girl that brought our meals. Didn’t want to eat my meal with smoke wafting from the tables around us. (They sat down after we had ordered to our table) Should have designated smoking areas away from people eating!!
Pauline Price . 2023-09-13
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Very expensive for what it was.
Sheila Bullock . 2023-09-06
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Excellent home cooked food. Good service. Very busy dining in the evening so recommend booking in advance.
Adrian Sherlock . 2023-09-04
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Just had the roast beef Sunday dinner. Would highly recommend but don't have too much to eat for breakfast as it is very filling. Sausage meat stuffing and the flash fried veg shavings a nic touch.
Garry Bull . 2023-09-03
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We have eaten here two years running on several occasions the food is excellent, and the staff are very polite & helpful we would definitely recommend eating here it's our favourite place to eat when we visit Shanklin on the Isle of Wright.
Lilian Brazil . 2023-09-02
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First pub in Shanklin we went in to that had any atmosphere. The others were either old man pubs or really just family restaurants. Great chatty service, three real ales on taps, food coming out looked good but we had already eaten. Only pub I can see is going back to in Shanklin.
Gail Jones . 2023-09-01
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Four of us went out around 7 o'clock on a Thursday (we don'tdo late nights). As it was very quiet at that time, we had no problem with the service. We all enjoyed our meal, mine being by far the best one I've had in the 11 years of living on the island. And, of course, taking your own drink makes for a cheaper night.
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I was there Yesterday with 3 other friends. We all felt it was the best meal we had for a long time. Loads of choice including pheasant but some more standard with a twist of additions. The rooms were lovely and well decorated for Xmas. We all had a great laugh - sorry if we disturbed any one but we will be back again. The rooms look lovely.