Vines Cafe in West Somerset

The website is very misleading as it makes the rooms look nice and modern, but ours was a bit grim and dated; nothing ‘deluxe’ about it. The shower was nice as it had been recently renovated. No soundproofing so you can hear literally everything in the other rooms. The TV was ancient and tiny. In-room coffee is instant only and we asked for oat milk when we booked and didn’t get it. Bed was ok but the pillows were uncomfortable. The carpet looked like it had been there for 50 years and needs replacing. Spa also needs to be upgraded - big hole in the floor of the steam room and the jacuzzi was closed (we weren’t told that at the time of booking). One pro is that it’s a good location - easy walk to shops and restaurants and the park.

Visited on a busy Saturday early evening. The bar man who took our order for food and drinks was very good. Was disappointed to discover that pizzas are not served on a Saturday night. We had burgers that were good except for the veggie burger which was tasteless.

I can’t exactly comment on the food because we were told to leave before we even got a menu. I booked (keyword: booked!) a table for my boyfriends birthday today (1/11/24) at 7:45 (I wanted to book it for 6 but was told 7:45 was the only time they had so I settled for it). When I told them my name the girl on the phone almost sounded like she was laughing, not sure why. Anyways, we drove up from Taunton as my boyfriend lives in Watchet and when we got to the restaurant we were greeted by full tables apart from one. We went up to the bar and said we had booked a table, however I did not see my name on the sheet of paper they had the bookings on, which was my first concern. The table we were given had to be wiped down (can’t fault that, from someone who used to work in hospitality when you’re busy it’s hard to keep track!), and then we were told the server needed to get cutlery, so I went to the bathroom. When I came back my boyfriend was sat with no menu. We sat for about 10 minutes until another server came over and said that we would have to leave and come back later as they had “double booked us” (in his words “it was difficult”) The only other time they had was 8:30, about half an hour- 45 minutes later. We left and went to Vladi’s which was absolutely amazing, we were given amazing service and free cheesecake for my boyfriends birthday! Anyways, I would steer clear of here, especially if you are booking for a busy time, as you will more likely be turned away from your table without even an apology.

Stopped here for lunch (which is served all afternoon) on the way home from holiday. Very friendly welcome with a decent (ish) selection of beers (no IPA). Would definitely return. Also dog friendly which was a real bonus!

This feels like a little secret tucked away down a country lane...when you arrive there is plenty of parking and it will feel a little like you are entering someone's back garden but it is clearly signposted and welcoming. Lots of outdoor seating, but we chose to order to take away as it was a bit chilly. You make your choice from the board, ring the bell, out comes the owner, they take cards which is helpful. He brought all the food out to the car for us which was so kind ( I'm not sure he'd manage to do that if it was a busier time, but a kind thing to do for us whilst it was quiet) The food was delicious..the scones were incredible, light as a feather. The sandwiches yummy, great bread, proper butter we chose ham and cheese the cheese was something else 😋 👌 All our drinks were nice and hot, good coffee too. Can't fault..please don't turn up expecting indoor seating and China teacups..this is very good quality food the menu is limited and an excellent cream tea all served in take away boxes, with plenty of seating in a nature filled garden (or to take away) very dog friendly too 🤩