The Windmill Inn, Portishead in North Somerset - Phone Number, Reservations, Reviews

All good. Staff helpful and view great

Really lovely late lunch. The food was fresh and excellent and the service was warm and welcoming. Interesting menu and would love to go back.

A great facility with a stunning view and delicious food. However, be aware that even if you book a table by the window, you may not get it. Despite making reservations three times, I never managed to secure a table with a sea view, which unfortunately impacted our anniversary and my dad's birthday.

Delicious food. Very friendly and professional service. Great location.

Prompt and friendly service Food cooked very well

Almost canceled because of reviews. So happy we didn't. Service was spot on food was excellent and all very well priced would recommend to anyone to revisit

Lovely food, courteous service and a great sunset to watch. Good weeknight deals. Highly recommended.

Food was amazing, but the views are even better, was all in all just a lovely place to be

Attended a great performance of The Tempest outdoors so cold and atmospherically windy, fortunately had coats with us. Great view of the Bristol channel. Didn't eat there but the pub was busy with diners.

Don’t come here for a Sunday roast, pork crackling inedible, vegetables unseasoned for being overpriced and a very poor service. When letting the staff know they apologised and said they would feed it back to the chef , never came over to ask how food was during the meal , no offer for complimentary drinks or dessert given we didn’t get what we paid for.

We went at 5.30 and it was very noisy. Although the tables were clean there was some food on the floor under some of the tables.

Very nice food and menu choices were very good. Reasonable cost. Great atmosphere and wonderful views from the restaurant across the estuary. All in all, a very good evening spent.

Beautiful views over the Severn Estuary with glass walls on two levels allowing panoramic views, stunning. Plenty of parking and nearby walks. Food was tasty. I would definitely visit again.

Super nice location for breakfast or lunch, I'd love to go there for a beer 🍺 and the view

Lovely place; great staff; great food.

Very nice table right by the extremely large picture window overlooked the Severn Estuary which was a nice bonus Food was very good, we all (4 of us ) had something different and it all was well cooked and tasty, service excellent too

Brilliant terrace area with great views. Food choice and standard good. Service was excellent and helpful.

Amazing food, service was outstanding, lovely views. Would definitely recommend.

This used to be a gem of a place and showed how casual eating places should be done. Sadly now the food at best is average "boil in the bag" fare and the drinks prices are frankly outrageous. This is not London's West End! There is the view across the Bristol Channel that saves it but not much else. Recently revisited and not much has improved. At 7.15pm, this foodie pub was more interested in getting the kitchen closed than customer service. Indeed when we asked for a table the waitress made a great fuss about checking her computer to see if there was any availability. Apart from two other tables the place was empty! On a beautiful summers night the pub and beer garden should have been very busy, not empty. We couldn't get out quick enough

Amazing view and exceptional service. The food was so good aswell !!! 10/10 do recommend

Lovely place especially when there is nice weather, food is pricey but well worth it ☺️

Fabulous setting and good food. Staff for some reason seemed unhappy.

Went in the windmill and ordered a drink and was told we no longer sale stans cider if that was not bad enough they never had a replacement or a dry cider of any kind .this is a very poor show for a somerset pub can't say I will be going back anytime soon

Not all pubs are born equal. Some emerge from the pub primordial ooze, sprout four walls, a roof, and offer the same dreary experience as the next boozer down the road. But once in a blue moon, a pub is blessed with a location so spectacular, so staggeringly picturesque, that it transcends the realm of mere watering hole and becomes a destination. The Windmill in Portishead is one such pub. Perched on a hillside with sweeping vistas over the Severn Estuary, flanked by lush fields, The Windmill makes an entrance worthy of a Hollywood starlet. On a sunny day, it’s less of a pub and more of a slice of heaven served with a pint. The recently refurbished interior strikes that delicate balance between the charm of a traditional pub and the allure of modern comforts. Downstairs, it’s all cozy corners and inviting nooks. But ascend the staircase and you're greeted by an extraordinary floor-to-ceiling window that offers panoramic views so breathtaking, you might forget to order your pint. The outside seating is arranged as if the architect had but one directive: maximise the view. And maximise it they did. Tables are strategically positioned to ensure that every patron, from the seasoned regular to the casual drop-in, gets an eyeful of the magnificent scenery. Then there's the food, a triumph of traditional pub fare done right. Whether it’s a hearty pie, a succulent bacon chop, or the fresh sea bass, the kitchen at The Windmill knows how to deliver excellence on a plate. So, if you find yourself in Portishead, take a detour to The Windmill. Because there, you’re not just going for a drink; you’re going for an experience that reminds you that some pubs are indeed born superior.

The virw is fantastic, food scrumpy, and service was perfect

July 2024. Such a beautiful, clean and spacious restaurant. We ordered sharing platters and salads. We had a table at the top overlooking the river and enjoyed a beautiful sunset with our meal. There is lots of parking and if you go a bit earlier you can take a walk right down to the river.

Magnificent view of the sea, as well as the sunset

Over priced drinks for a view Food previously disappointed so have given it time to improve and still not great. Restaurant still empty as this to be full all the time.

Nice location, average food but good service.

Friendly staff great service food really lovely and fresh lovely views all and all highly recommend here at any time

Unfortunately they messed up my order. It was pretty specific as I am allergic to many things. To their credit they took the food back and remade it. But they still got the order wrong and then charged me for a pile of stuff I never had. Again to their credit they removed abit from the bill when we brought it to their attention. Over all it was a nice lunch.

Fantastic staff and wow what a view from the upper floor. Food is great quality and the price is very reasonable. The staff were amazing with my little boy and he always looks forward to returning.

Wonderful location with great views and I wanted to love the food but was so disappointed. We came for my birthday today which made it even worse. I ordered the chicken roast dinner really really poor, my food was swimming in gravy which made the potatoes soft and the cauliflower cheese like soup. Two tiny pieces of chicken and vegetables that were hard best thing was the Yorkshire puddings. My partner he is a coeliac really poor choice on the menu, he ordered the roast aswell but paid the same price for really nothing on this plate, waiter should of asked if he wanted more of something else or not charged full price. The Windmill could be really good as it's such a lovely setting, but it's overpriced for sub standard food, which ruined what could of been a great birthday meal out.. Updated - I wanted to update my review as today we were invited back to give them another go on the house. A very good and positive experience this time and the food was lovely. Thank you so much for your hospitality and we will deffo be back .

Amazing view and a great place to go for a drink, especially on a sunny day. Unfortunately the food is very over-priced for average pub quality ...and even more expensive since the refurbishment.

Wow what a location and view from the restaurant. Our waiter Kieran was fab and dared local knowledge about places to visit in the area. Food was stunning. We had brunch but I would definitely come back for lunch or evening meal

Had a lovely evening on the terrace over looking the sea, also with live music playing!

Great place to.come on a sunny day. The greatest thing about this place are the views across the channel to Wales. Whether eating inside the huge glass viewing area or in the garden area it is just a lovely place to drink and eat. There are nearby open spaces as well for the kids to run around in.

I was very very disappointed with our visit. It was a special occasion as it was my daughter’s birthday and my first issue was not being allowed to choose something from the child’s menu. There were two of us that can’t eat very much, I can’t due to stomach surgery and I had looked at the children’s menu in advance and knew what I wanted. We were told we can have a smaller portion but we were only given two choices both of which were fried food which make me ill. The other issue was an extremely large party came in that were extremely loud so much so that one family asked to move tables and I heard her say that they were behaving like animals. The staff did nothing to quieten them down which totally spoilt my daughter’s experience there. I’ve never been somewhere where they do not allow you to choose from the children’s menu so we won’t be coming back. At the very least I’d like an apology from them for their attitude and making me ill but they haven’t.

Lovely views nice and clean not disabled friendly steps to the rear decked area from the pub you can walk round for access though the bottom bar was not open on the day we visited so had another flight of stairs to negotiate staff/owner not very friendly only had a drink so cannot comment on the food

Great pub with fantastic food and views

Not as good as normal, sons had the chicken roast and got legs with very little meat on. The wife had pork, one slice only and I had the beef which was sadest of all, 2 and a bit slices of meat, extremely thin and presented like an after thought, placed on top of the meal including the gravy, 2 and a bit dry pieces of meat, not really good enough, the veg was not overly warm either. We've been many times and the standard is normally good but wether it was because it was father's day and they were trying to get as many through as possible or some other reason, we were disappointed.

Refurbishment gives the restaurant area some class and the estuary view is fantastic. Main meals were ok without being fantastic, and the desserts came with a negligible amount of ice cream. The service was attentive but very slow at a time of day (early afternoon) when the restaurant was not very busy. Don’t think I’d want to return when it is busy.

We made a pit stop here on the way up the M5. It was a sunny day so we sat outside out the back. Gorgeous views. Looks like it has been done up recently. Welcoming staff. Not a massive menu...we just had a sandwich and chips for lunch. The sandwich was ok...a bit dry maybe but nice enough. Dog friendly outside and in the bar area. Even had bowls and toys for dogs which I thought was really lovely. Easy to park. Would visit again.

Lovely views out over the Bristol Channel

Choose light meal sandwich at 11 pounds. Very poor few chips came with it and brown bread was stale.service very slow and not friendly.

The food looked nice... But it was only warm and not much vegetables, and very little gravy.. I hoped for the price.. It would off tasted better. Beautiful views and the staff are very good. If honest I wouldn't come again I couldn't afford it.. I have been several times in the past.. First time this year though.

fab place for meal and sea view

Dog friendly, staff are welcoming. Great selection of drinks. Fantastic full glass view over looking the sea at portishead.

Benefitting from a major refit inside and out. Refreshed menu, events and a well stocked bar with friendly efficient service team

The food was so delicious, and our waitress Lily was really helpful and friendly. 10/10

This place never ceases to amaze me, been coming here on and off for 30 years, it's always been such a let down. Took my mum here for her birthday as the royal couldn't take a large table. We were there for nearly 3 hours and only had a main and few kids desserts, that shows you how slow the service is. Had to ask twice to be served and there was barely anyone in there. £5.95 for a kids brownie, £3 for a thimble of curry sauce and £4.50 for two sprigs of broccoli, the whole menu is overpriced for the quality of the food. First time in my life I've never left a tip.

Nice location with great views, but food was mediocre. Cream served with deserts was actually off, not at all good and should not happen from a professional kitchen.

Had a great family meal at The Windmill Inn if you can get a window table there are good views or there is plenty of outside seating would go again lovely food.

Great views of the estuary. Definitely worth a look.

Nice Birthday Meal. Thanks. Will visit again. 😚🍗🫡

Staff were very rude and exclusionary. Won't be coming back.

It was nice to have a pint of ESB, the first one in well over a year. Unfortunately since I wrote this the ESB has been taken off altogether, I rarely go now.

We experienced a lovely Sunday roast and desserts, with helpful staff and a great view.

Great location right near the beach, quiet and great food

Great view...nice pub. Didnt try food but looked good

Fantastic views - we did not eat but the Fish & Chips looked nice!

Stopped off for a drink in the sun. Been a long time since I've visited, have to say, very impressed!! Outdoor area on a sunny day is fantastic, inside was very clean & tidy. Will be back soon to try their menu (which looks amazing)

Went there today have been before must say it was absolutely lovely food was great 10/10 staff were great and was so chilled will def go back soon x

Popped in for a sandwich and a drink only to find sandwiches are not catered for on a weekend, so went for the mini crumble and coffee, absolutely beautiful and definitely not mini! View from the terrace area was very relaxing, service excellent! The meals looked amazing as they came out, well worth the visit.

Food was average and overpriced. Great view of the channel and service was good. Would definitely pop in for drinks but wouldn't go back for food at those prices.

Food is average, service is good, view is fantastic, pub is lovely and clean.

Lovely meal again on 23.04.24 at the Windmeal Inn there food is fantastic. Sophie our waitress was excellent and catered for our every need. 😊

It was a Saturday Mid Afternoon Lunch when myself and 5 others, attended by invitation only, went to see, taste and enjoy The Windmill in its newly refurbished surroundings and its updated new menu options. The team were all still embedding into a new menu and also table layout. Nothing was too much trouble and the food that our table enjoyed was absolutely delicious along with the new cocktail menu and dessert options too. My advice is to work from the dessert options and go forwards to the start of the menu as you won’t want to miss trying out their puddings. Good luck to the team and Thank You as you were all well deserving of the 5 stars that I have given to them. @Google, The good options below do not now match the menu so you may want to look at updating these fairly soon.

Visited as part of the soft opening and was not disappointed. Food well prepared and presented and you can't beat the views upstairs or down.

The pub itself has just had a complete overhaul, with everything from the bar to the furniture having been replaced. Booths have even been moved, to make the most of the views across the Severn Estuary. And what views they are 🤩 We were lucky enough to be sat next to one of the windows as the sun was starting to set and it really was a beautiful spot. We went for: 🩵 British 'Cobble Lane' charcuterie for 2 🩵 Avocado & red chilli salsa bruschetta 🩵 White pork belly croquettes 🩵 Chaleroft Farm beef burger with extra Mrs Owton’s streaky bacon 🩵 Beer battered haddock triple cooked chips 🩵 Rocket & Grana Padano salad 🩵 Brownie and Ice Cream 🩵 Sticky Toffee Pudding with Salted Caramel 👧🏻 Garlic Flat Bread 👧🏻 Kids Sausage, Mash & Peas 👧🏻 Kids Brownie and Ice Cream We had a really lovely welcome (B massively appreciated the lady serving us volunteering to print off colouring sheets and bringing a pot of coloured pencils) and enjoyed our food. Highlights for me included the sharing board (love that it had cornichons, I’m obsessed!) and the brownie was one of the best I’ve eaten in ages 🤤 Kid’s mains are £7.95 and don’t include a drink or pudding but do include one side. I liked the fact that if she’d gone for the mac & cheese (sadly they’d run out) she could have had pepper or carrot sticks on the side, as it was she enjoyed her sausage and mash with peas. On my last visit to The Windmill we sat outside to make the most of the panoramic perspective, and I’m pleased to report it’s still a fabulous spot to do so. I did also hear a rumour of pods of some description being fitted at some point in the future, a host of events being planned (Shakespeare in the garden anyone?) and cocktail offers on the horizon too! Took a point off the food as chips with the burger were underdone and found the croquettes a bit dry. We visited for their soft opening and passed the feedback on though, so will be interested to go back and see how that’s filtered through.

Small portions, grey pasta and fish and chips nice but £17. Far too expensive

It has been a few years since I've been to the windmill, and I'm afraid to say it is no longer the nice, good service pub I use to visit. The service and the food was terrible and I advise anyone looking for a decent meal and good service to look for another establishment other than the windmill. You will only be disappointed.

Fantastic views on a clear day Haven't eaten here yet, food smells tasty will be trying it soon

Amazing food,lovely staff.The best manager Chris Bosse.We will return this place😊

We went with a group of friends. Having been to the Windmill lots in the past, it was our first visit for several years. The food and service has improved massively, we had a lovely meal and will be returning soon. Although we were there in the evening so it was dark outside, the view during the day / summer is stunning. Great location for a walk, there’s a large free car park with easy access to the fields and coastal path.

This was a pre booked dinner with friends at around 2.30pm on a Sunday. We arrived ordered, seemed to be a lot of confusion with the order, most got mains. I asked for two bar snacks and roast potatoes. Mine came after around 10minutes delaying everyone else’s, we assume. had to go back to the bar to say ready for mains. The others in our group described the Sunday roast as “school dinner” standard dry turkey ( as run out of chicken and pork). It might be good early on a Sunday, but later the food quality was poor as was the service, and not cheap. We have been before but will not be back. The only good thing was dog friendly.

As normal the meals are 85% service is good but the serving staff keep changing . 12pm the public piled and by 1pm it was packed just proof that it's a good place, warning to disabled drivers although there is no parking meters or slot drop payment wardens do visit so display your badge. As someone found out with a penalty ticket after a delightful meal.Dogs welcome but not barking dogs it's not music to everyones ears.

Love this restaurant, I had lunch here back in November with my parents who were visiting from Scotland. I always love the view. We were very well looked after and the food was all delicious. My dad had the steak sandwich, he is not a man of many words but his simple remark was the best review I've heard him give, "That was the best sandwich I've ever had!" I'm also still thinking about those creamy mushrooms on toast. This place really is portisheads best kept secret.

Great views, even on a rainy day, good food and drinks, friendly staff and good service

Our friend booked a table for 5, upstairs, window table. We were sat downstairs in cold area next to window with no view! Food expensive £16 for main course which was certainly mediocre at best. All in all not a happy visit! Edit.. We were not offered a table upstairs, in fact I asked myself & was told non room. If the request was not an option then this should be made clear when booking is taken, which it was not. I had chicken schnitzel, it was overcooked & dry. A tablespoon of mushroom sauce. Big portion of bland mashed potato.

Great food. A little high on the price for what you get. Service was slow, as it wasn't busy.

Very poor food,service.will not be visiting again any time soon.

Gorgeous view, setting, environment and service. Food was very good and generous portions. Staff were friendly and very attentive. Served in good time and not rushed at all!

I love their sunday roast and the wiev is nice

We came back here twice in one day it was that good! Ended up visiting for a swift one earlier in the day, reserved a table for the evening and was pleasantly impressed! Hannah our server was amazing earlier in the day, as well as in the evening. She was really polite, helpful and professional in helping our experience be amazing! The other waitresses were just as helpful but special shout out to Hannah. As she worked we witnessed how good her customer service was with another tables children, so engaging in hearing about their day visiting Santa. So refreshing to see such a great waitress ❤️ Happy Christmas and New Year to you all xxx

Good venue food and service would definitely recommend

29.11.2023 Went for the Christmas meal, The food was great (although the cheesecake was a bit small), well cooked and the service was good. Previous: Nice food, good service.

Good food limited menu but quality pre book is best

Lovely place with views of the sea.Very modern and light.Food was expensive and not anything on the menu if you wanted to eat healthy.No salads decent fish or potato options only chips or mash.

Great place with views over the Severn estuary. High quality table service food and drinks. Prompt and attentive service.

Good quality food and service was excellent

Very good food and drink at reasonable prices

Excellent views, consistent high standard food. Recommended

Delicious roasts & very dog friendly

What a lovely restaurant. Food is great, and the staff are friendly. Really enjoyed lunch here.

Food was all OK. Service was slow.

Sunday lunch was fine, had to wait for drinks so didn't ask for second ones.

Great lunch. Good choice on the menu. Lovely staff.

10/10 for staff helpfulness. We had a really warm welcome & staff even helped with our tiny, teething, 3mo old baboo. View is lovely, food great, coffee's nice. Most impressed.

This place is heavenly, very beautiful view, good food, l loved my cheese burger with loads of fries, very well done, good ambience, cosy, romantic, get to see the ships coming to Dock in the port of Bristol. Friendly staff, not long wait for the food, ample parking.