White Bear in Three Rivers

Awful. When the boss is not there the place is not the same. Visited on a Monday night. Ordered the Lamb Tikka Masala with rice and Nan. The rice and Nan were very nice. The lamb was so tough I left most of it. It seems that the place is run by youngsters on a Monday, and it just does not work. Nobody asked me why I left the main dish. I’ve learnt my lesson!

Came here as the reviews were so good. The staff were very attentive. Found the pub very noisy even though we sat in the restaurant part, to the point I could hardly hear what my husband was saying to me. We had the Momo chicken to start which was delicious hubby had the Nepalese chicken which he said was really good. I had the chicken korma I felt it lacked colour it was more of a light green than a nice creamy orange like most other korma’s it tasted like it just been poured out of a tin chicken just had no flavour just totally lacked any flavours not a creamy sauce as described ! Nan bread and rice were lovely. Just sad that the Korma dish let it down. Also thought quite expensive for what it was.

A very pleasant surprise. We knew nothing about this venue and simply chose it as we drive past because it looked inviting and had ample car parking. We hadn't booked but were greeted by friendly staff and shown to a nice dining area. The food arrived quickly and tasted excellent. An enjoyable experience all round.

Nepalese restaurant in the pub. We have been here a few times. This place is great, the food is good, there is always a nice feel to the place. The staff are very helpful and are on it. You also are in a pub so you have all the decent beers. The place is clean and tidy, one to visit.

I was one of the group of about 30 people who arrived in smaller groups as we are part of a fundraising walk along the Grand Union canal. We descended without notice and the staff were totally unfazed extremely helpful and the food was simply superb. I cannot recommend this pub restaurant highly enough and the authentricity of the dishes they provided was commented on by everybody in our party. Simply superb Thank you to all the staff for making it a wonderful evening after a long, 18 mile walk

We are regulars so know the quality of food and service which is why we visit again and again . This occasion food was 40 mins late with no explanation When we asked they said they thought we were having drinks so held the food back Once we said we wanted the food it took an additional 10 mins The bill … they charged us for an extra Guiness and a ‘drink, ‘. We questioned the manager said it may be coke or lemonade. we pointed out that we didn’t have any soft drinks only soda water . Which was a small glass with no ice or slice , they had charged £2.60 Once questioned they said the staff made a mistake and took it off along with the extra Guiness Overall food is good but service is slack and always check your bills . This has happened a couple of times and if you don’t notice you end up paying for an extra item …. Very wrong The staff rather sit on phones trying the bar than serve and you have to ask again and again for drinks food etc

Consistently excellent food and service. Manager asked us if how the food was whilst in between meals. Definitely recommended to any new visitors you won't be dissatisfied. Keep up tye good work.

As always, the white Bear never dissapoints. The food was absolutley fantastic, along with the service. Keep it up, and thanks for a great night 👍

Fab food and service! Consistently! 10/10! Amazing veggie options too. Highly recommend this amazing pub/Indian restaurant

An early Monday evening yet the dining area was crowded, a good sign to start. Efficiently brought drinks and menus, and ordered. Relatively quick response with mains, and then the surprise. Portions were large, one rice did two of us, though we are not great rice eaters. The lamb was superb, falling to pieces when using a fork, and melting in the mouth. The spice level was just as my wife-who cannot take any heat at all- wanted, mild but not bland, very enjoyable. The meal, we both agreed, was the best curry we had had out in England for years. If we didn't live so far away we would visit regularly. Well done all the staff for a memorable meal

Nepalese restaurant in the pub. We have been here a couple of times and it never disappoints. Great food, the service is excellent and it’s clean. It’s also in the pub and the atmosphere is nice. They are very friendly. Would we return, of course.

The pictures on google must be out of date as they do not do a Sunday roast as the pictures would suggest. Its a curry house. The food was ok, I asked for a chicken tikka in a sauce but the chef put plain chicken but I spotted it and asked for the menu to be adjusted accordingly. The staff were pleasant and nice but I really wanted a Sunday Roast.

We went there for dinner, the place was immaculate, the service was fantastic, the food was the best for Indian style ibe had in Rickmansworth. The atmosphere in the pub was great. Would we return most definitely.

I have used and recommended this place for years but gradually they have become less and less friendly to dogs owners, even if only collecting a take away. Today I was banned from collecting a take away in future unless I waited outside or arranged a delivery. We live 200m along the road! Rubbish, I will not use them again.

I wasn’t sure what we were coming to, was it a pub or an Indian restaurant. Well, it was kinda both! All the beers a pub would serve and some very tasty Indian food! We enjoyed the meal and everyone agreed their food was good 👍 My only criticisms were, the random drunk who decided to chat to our table. Seemed to be a regular and knew the staff, the staff did nothing to encourage him away from us. Also, the no dog policy happily broken by another regular who bought his in. And the blocked toilet which had been filled with paper (as the toilet had no bin) meaning the toilet could not be used. Just a few small things that took the shine off…

Top food and service... Will come every other week ... Watching the waist line lol. Good service great decor and footy on !

Came here twice on our holidays in a big group of family - ordered Indian both nights - delicious! Excellent service. Lovely staff. Nothing a problem. Will return!

The White Bear had been recommended to us by a friend who said the food was amazing. We had wanted to visit for some time so finally on Friday 22nd July we actually managed to get there to try the food ourselves. We went as a family, the food was amazing & piping hot. Service for food & drink was excellent & the staff were very friendly too, the manager at the end of the night even bought the whole table a drink of our choice. We will definitely be going back for sure.

We were staying a couple of nights to attend a wedding, and on the first night we booked a table here as we thought everywhere would be busy due to the Jubilee weekend. We ordered poppadoms which arrived almost immediately. My husband had dhansak and I had the chicken tikka which was delicious. The portion sizes were good, the food was hot and it was very tasty. The staff were friendly and attentive. One very small point.... the plates were cleared while my husband was still chewing his last mouthful of food, so perhaps wait a few minutes before clearing the table? We had desert (apple crumble and a tub of ice cream) and it was all very nice. A really nice meal, friendly staff and good service and the food arrived quickly and we were kept topped up with drinks. We would certainly eat here again if ever we came back to Rickmansworth.

Popped in for a spot of food with friend as its close to our hotel, probably up there with the worst service and food I've had when eating out. Ordered poppadoms and dips and lamb chops ,onion bahji and a tika massala. The food was very salty, the dips never arrived for the poppadoms and no one thought to ask if the food was OK or why they hadn't been touched. Coke was pretty flavourless but I needed something to wash the salt away. Not great value and 10% put on bill for the service which we didn't receive. Paid the bill and won't go back!

Excellent food, good choice of options and reasonably priced. This is my favourite place to eat out in Ricky. Also great for takeaways!

arranged a meal for 40 people people here recently, and they couldn't have been more helpful. food was superb and they supplied so much decent food with plenty to go round. Very tasty and staff so friendly

I've been here three times in the past few months, just to gauge the quality. Decent former carpet-based pub which is now a nearly gastro-pub with excellent Nepalese cuisine (and Indian staples). Brilliant service, decent value for money, what's not to like?

Good choice of food both Indian and English. All served quickly and hot. Having read previous reviews was sceptical but was lovely. Beware a 10%service charge applies (discretionary). No problem as service was excellent

If you’ve booked a table here bring something to keep you entertained while you wait because you’ll be waiting about half an hour before you even receive a food menu let alone someone taking an order. I booked a table as well just to be...

Food was very nice but the undercover section was full up of people just drinking and so we had to sit with no heat or cover and so our food went cold very quickly would go back when we’re allowed to go inside and try...

We ordered drinks they took 15 mins to come out. We ordered food and it took about 30 minutes when other people sat down after us and got there food before us. We ordered poppadoms and they came out after our meal came out I...

In the past I wouldn't hesitate recommending anyone I know to go there but recently, and I know these are challenging times for all businesses, there's no way I would anymore. The militant way they go about interpreting the rules (in they're favour) is not a welcoming environment. They are making everyone feel uncomfortable by making them order a meal straight away before a drink is unlike any other pub I've experienced since the end of the 2nd lock down. They've increased they're prices and it smacks of taking advantage of the current situation. It's a real shame.

My husband and I first visited The White Bear in September with another couple who had visited before and was pleasantly surprised with the food, staff and service. The food was amazing tried quite a few different dishes which was tasty, flavoursome and good size...

Wow. Best Ruby Murry in the WD3. Great service, great food...just how we like it. Not only it is it the most succulent chicken tikka I have ever had in my life (it literally comes out sizzling!), but the saag paneer is to die for,...

Only had a couple of take aways from here this year, due to the current situation. However, the food remains excellent - Tasty and authentic, with great portion size. It’s not cheap, (it’s daft to not have a collection discount, or loyalty any programs,) but...

Although the portion sizes were quite good but I guess it’s quantity over quality. Average tasting food, dry poppadoms with a small selection of condiments and no refill when asked for it. Curry wasn’t served together so I had to wait about 10 minutes for...

Although there’s an alternative English pub food menu, this pub is all about a wide range of Asian food and especially curries. Came in for a quick drink on a Thursday evening and every single seat and bar stool was taken. The place was absolutely...

Top class pub / restaurant / Indian. We had a great Sunday lunch. We chose this indian although there were plenty of other food options. The food quality was very high, portion sizes very generous and the friendly welcoming staff very attentive. The value was...

We decided to forgo the Indian Menu, and went for the pub bar menu of English food - a burger and fish 'n chips, plus Greene King Abbot. Prices are low, the fish was only £7.50 ...... but I think it was more like a...

Two of us nipped in for lunch not knowing quite what to expect, but were pleasantly surprised. We managed a wrap and a curry between us, with a drink each for less than a tenner a head. My curry was ok, my other half's wrap...

Look what happens when you stray into the countryside. I am pursuing a program of health, ergo why I found myself in rural Rickmansworth walking along the banks of the Grand Union Canal. Ouch it was lunchtime, but where to go when The White Bear...

Had the most excellent food and service tonight. It’s always so good, very reliable. Our Oder was taken quickly and we had really fresh food within 15 minutes.

I’ve been a customer here for a long time and always rated their food very highly..so was super pleased to see that you can order a curry and have it delivered! Just finished it and it was so good if prompted this review. The portions are very generous, delicious vegetable curry/salmon tikka. If you haven’t tried it, the chilli mogo (the fried cassava dish) is so nice..even just as a snack with a pint

Cant fairly comment on food or service as once we arrived, we chose not to eat here. I had not realised that they exclusively serve HALAL meat. It may not be a problem for some but it certainly was for us.

Good food at a good price. Really popular place so book in advance. Would visit every week if I could.

Traditional Nepalese food at its best. Ricky (owner) is a great host serving great food. We were pleasantly surprised having recently moved into the area to find such a great pub at our doorstep! I just wish they had a greater section of vegetarian dishes to choose from, but what they do have is of the finest quality. We are going to be regulars!

The white bear may not be the first place you think of for a curry but I would recommend you give it a go,they have a selection of curries you may not get at most of the curry houses in the area and it is very good give it a try.

So far everything we have tried has been fab. Highly recommend the garlic & chilli mushrooms and the chicken manglore. The menu is slightly different from the usual Indian restaurant but if you let the waiter know your usual dishes they recommend options from the menu. Reasonable prices for drinks, Nice location and beer garden for sunny evenings.

We had a wonderful meal here. I have never seen such a big choice of indian dishes before. A difficult decision to make. The food was outstanding and the service was very efficient. Will definitely be back again.

We just dropped in here on our way home after a recommendation. It’s basically an Indian restaurant in a pub. Food and service were excellent. If I lived local to here I would be a regular.

Went to this pub for dinner on Saturday night. The food was fantastic to taste and smell, very authentic and generous portions. Great choice and also have an English menu as well as one for children. Service was ver good too. Will definitely be going again.

Have been several times and always found efficient and polite service. Most meals are Indian based but British also available. Reasonable and tasty.

Went along Sunday evening 19th of May, Ok the Rickmansworth festival was on and fair enough they had a "Festival price list" who knows, maybe it was cheaper than usual but I doubt it,the hard part was actually getting a drink,the staff were slow and unhelpful to the point where I gave up trying to be served,went out to watch the Band that they had playing in the car park (Who were really good) My partner went back in to try again to get a drink and also gave up after 10 mins.Eventually they opened a small outside bar where we finally got something to drink.Won't be going back there again.

Nice hot day and went for a walk around the aquadrome. then popped in for a quick drink. Then wow what an aromma from this pub. We stopped and had the few bits to eat. GREAT food well worth a stop. Lovely staff as well. 10/10

A group of us from work went here last night.

Went with my partner here for a meal as we were both too tired to cook! We opted for the chilli garlic mushrooms for starters (which we shared) and they were very nice but a bit too hot for me! I had the saag chicken which was very nice and my partner had the Everest Chicken which he enjoyed. It was very quiet in the restaurant as it was a Monday night but the service was friendly and good. Yet another great experience here.

Five of us went for lunch at the White Bear on New Years Day. We had booked in advance as we thought it would be busy - and it was. We were shown to a nice table by a window and were given our menus -although we had never been before, we know that it was Indian food. We place our order, and had a drink and after a reasonable wait, our food arrived. It was absolutely delicious and the portions were very generous. The staff were friendly and attentive throughout, and made sure our drinks were replenished as required. We struggled to finish the food as there was so much, and so one of my friends asked for a takeaway box so that he could tuck in later, which wasn’t a problem. We got the bill and the price was very reasonable for the quality and quantity of food. I wouldn’t hesitate in recommending this place. My only regret? Having lived in Croxley for over 25 years, I wish we had discovered this place sooner - we will definitely return!

the food was quite ok. Average but I wouldn’t mind having it again. The staff however very disinterested in the their guests. the Asian waiter, dark hair displayed no customer service skills, awful attitude, dirty trousers, complete lack of interaction with his guests. He’s the main reason we wouldn’t visit again.

We were working really late in the office one evening and one of my colleagues recommended this place. We ordered a lot of food and they didn’t take long to deliver.

Visited the White Bear for a curry one Friday evening after being recommended by family and friends and I wasn’t disappointed. When we arrived without a reservation, the restaurant was very busy but our server fitted us onto a reserved table so I cannot fault the service (would recommend booking beforehand as most tables were reserved)! Lots of choice on the menu and the food was delicious. Will be returning again.

Been here a few times now and more recently with a party of 12 never been let down yet, food Is piping hot and tasty with a excellent selection of nepalese food also a small selection of English if you prefer. Great choice of drinks and bier morretti on draught, Lovely outside seating area,great friendly staff.

Took a mate of mine there last night. Once again very busy, got a table and was attended to promptly.

We popped into the White Bear one evening after a walk along the canal. We had decided to head North towards Rickmansworth and could see from the map the it was just off the tow path and had a good rating on TripAdvisor so we were looking forward to a well earnt dinner before walking back.

We always go to the White Bear as a family, or a date or with friends. The food is amazing. The atmosphere is great and the staff have always been really great and helpful. We have also held parties and hired the place for an event. Will keep going again and again unless and until the place doesn't exist anymore. Would definitely recommend to all.

Have read the good reviews and at last decided to make this our first visit and was not disappointed. Booked a table for 7pm. There was a good choice on the menu and we decided to have the crispy lamb special and onion bhajia to start . This was followed by Chicken Kadai and pilau rice. We also ordered a keema naan and plain naan as sides. The food was delicious and well prepared.The service was very good and efficient. If you want reasonably priced tasty food with good service, this is the place.

We arrived just before 2.30pm, the cut off for food. Staff were hesitant about taking our restaurant order as they were barely able to cope with a sudden influx of people. Some sympathy there but...Payment for food was demanded up front. One staff member was pleasant, the others shambling, poorly trained and indifferent. The second worst aspect about our experience was the 45 minute wait for food and the worst was that the food made us all feel ill. Better stay at home or go elsewhere. A terrible waste of a bank holiday otherwise.

Went in to have a drink last sunday and ended up having dinner and it was 1 of the best indian i have ever had ...i have had a lot ...We were 4 adults and 2 children .

The food was quite good (not exceptional) and nicely presented, my main issue was that at around 22.00 the staff seemed to be wanting us to leave, eager for us to pay the bill! Not the sort of behaviour you would expect, especially as they were congregated around the bar drinking! Would I return - probably not.

What a lovely, welcoming pub/restaurant. I booked for 12 people (although the numbers changed in the month leading up to this, the restaurant were very understanding and didn't ask for a deposit at all). On arrival we were shown our area, and really nicely, the staff had blocked the tables together so that we were all sat in a large square, which meant that conversation was flowing with all 12 of us all evening.

Food here is exceptional. Portions are always good as are the prices. The service is always good, staff are more than welcoming. All in all it’s more than worth a visit.

Very nice food, service a little slow, but nothing to complain about. Lots of parking. Hope to visit again.

First time visit for several of my friends. As a group of 6 I had booked a table as I know it's popular particularly at the weekend. The pub was extremely busy but that didn't affect the service we received. The food was plentiful and absolutely delicious. Can't wait to go back again

On a previous visit to this pub, we had been surprised to read that the menus included food cooked by a Nepalese chef, so we decided to give it a try when we returned. We were not disappointed as it was an excellent decision.. There was the usual range of foods you associate with an Indian menu, but with the addition of various Himalayan sauces.We had lamb dishes and the meat was tender and the sauces enjoyable. The service was good and the prices fair. This was a good idea for Green King to try some variety in their pubs and we hope it goes well.

Was very surprised how nice this pub is. Location isn’t great. Inside is very spacious and the food was absolutely delicious. They also do take aways which is also just has good.

Visited with my husband and friend. We booked a table in advance but it was not too busy when we...

Just love the White Bear. Food is fantastic and service is brilliant. Never had a bad meal there. We are...

Have been coming here for years and have never had a bad meal. The staff are friendly and happy to...

Just back from a quick meal at The White Bear! So good to have some authentic food rather than the...

We are regulars and the white bear never, ever disappoints. Wonderful Indian food and great atmosphere. See you soon!

Extensive menu serving large portions of food with fantastic flavours excellent staff and a nice atmosphere. Great for the whole family.

What a fantastic pub with a excellent choice of food,we had the curry which was perfect .. lovely outdoor seating area perfect on a warm day.. totally recommend this lovely pub for food and drinks and excellent service

Muy buena comida y un personal agradable hacen de esta una visita muy agradable. Un extenso menú de cocina india y británica - lo que parece deliciosos. Nuestro tradicional almuerzo de domingo era excelente y muy recomendable.

Excellent Indian food, in particular but to sit outside as no dogs are allowed inside (guide dogs excepted), limits going there.

We both tried different things on a lovely Sunday afternoon. Overall the service was good the the venue was pleasant. However, the food was terrible.The curry looked as though each dish was made with the same tomato sauce and had the same incipid smell. Curry cook in sauce, nice if you like that kind of thing, which obviously from the rave reviews is most people. The Roast Beef looked wonderful but honestly it had all the flavours extracted from it and was quite the worst Sunday lunch I have had in years. All the bits were right but it had been cooked by someone who has actually never tried English food. The roast potatoes and Yorkshire puddings were frozen and the vegetables had all been boiled together with the parsnips. The beef was two slices of frying steak and not slices from a roasted joint. Our dog Tilly enjoyed one of these as I could not eat it - and I normally eat everything.

Food is always brilliant. Love the garlic mushrooms. Lovely local gem tonne able to visit on doorstep

Popped over to the Aquadrome for a evening stroll then felt hungry. Party of 4. Found this pub which we have driven past many times. Stopped in. ordered from the Indian menu for 3 of us, the other person had the Salmon and salad. Curry was authentic and the best meal we have eaten in a long time (the Curry houses in Hemel do not compare) 10/10. We had the (Cod) Fish curry, the Lamb curry and the Chicken Dhansak, with Pilau rice with a beer for each of us. Would definitely recommend. Well done to the Chef!

Food good and plentiful, not expensive, staff friendly and helpful. Car parking facility. We will visit the White Bear again soon.

We were driving through Rickmansworth on Sunday looking for somewhere to have lunch and saw the White Bear and assumed we'd get a traditional roast.We were seated in a lovely table in the window and given the menu which was Nepalese. There was a sign on the bar advertising a Sunday Roast too. We thought that if the pub specialised in Nepalese food we'd be better off choosing that - and how please we were!We ordered a nan, pilau rice, chicken wings, vegetable curry and lamb with fresh spinach and in the time it took for us to order and the food then arriving, we saw food being delivered to a nearby table and it looked and smelt amazing so we were really looking forward to ours.We certainly weren't disappointed - we enjoyed everything we'd ordered and will definitely return to the White Bear and try out some other Nepalese dishes too.

We stopped here for a late lunch as when we last came we enjoyed our meal very much. The inside was clean, and service was swift but unhurried.On this visit there was five of us - We shared 2xrice & 2x nan bread beteeen us, and with a meat dish each we struggled to eat it all. Delicious mixed grill, and tandoori salmon were particular favourites.Again, as last time it was all well cooked and nicely presented by polite staff. We'll definitely be back again.

Gorgeous authentic indian food, served table service in a lovely pub with a great atmosphere. They also have a British menu for those not so keen on indian.

my second visit in a week and I will now be a regular, first visit last Friday was just to look but after perusing the menu decided to give it a try, great decision, really lovely food, good service and very attentive staff, second visit yesterday for lunch this time as dinner was the first and equally good, going again this Thursday, with friends, I highly recommend.

This pub serves really good Indian/Nepalese food. We love the lamb chops, chicken wings, garlic and chilli mogo and paneer tikka. Even if something is not on the menu they will try their best to make it. Arun is great and you always get service with a smile. We are known on a first name basis because we have been back so many times. A great local place to eat with authentic food.

I've always loved the White Bear! The food is to die for, really flavorful and always cooked to perfection. Always a warm friendly atmosphere & made to feel welcome as soon as I walk through the door. Highly recommend for curry lovers!

The food here is above average and I would go again. However, we were subjected to Mr. I'mBetterThanThis, our waiter. We all felt that he was the son of the owner (although this was never authenticated), and his attitude was the cloud over an ootherwise very pleasant evening. No pleasantries, just a distant, I shouldn't have to serve attitude. Please, if you do not want to be part of your owner's/father's success,then leave, and make your own success......if you can!

Good food and range of dishes on menu Helpful and attentive staff Parking was good Would definitely go again

First time there and was very impressed staff friendly and good and plenty and not to pricey. The English food was fine as my husband will not eat curry so it was nice to find a pub that do'es both

Popped in to here for a quick lunch.Warmly welcomed and easy lunch menu.We had garlic mushrooms to start.Hot and plenty of them.I had the home made burger and chipsWife had chicken burger and chips.Both were excellent.We waited maybe a little longer than normal but nothing extensive between starter and main but we were not in a rush and was nice to just relax.I was so glad to find a normal pub for a normal quick lunch.....no arty farty gastro pub that wants to charge ridiculous prices because they put the word gastro in front of the word pub!!!Total credit to you White Bear !!!Will definitely pop back next time in area.2 x starter2 x mains1 large red wine1 coke Under £26!

We dropped in here for a late lunch as when we passed by , en route to the restaurant we'd planned to go to, we saw they advertised Nepalese food which we'd not tried before.The outside made us a little wary, its at the junction of a busy road and looks a bit old & rundown, but the inside was comfortable and clean, and car park was easily accessible.Your order is taken at the table rather than the bar.The service was efficient but wasn't obtrusive and you didnt feel rushed.There was just two of us - We had the special mixed grill, green chicken,1x rice & 2x poppadoms 1xnan and struggled to eat it all. It was all well cooked, and we'd never eaten meat so tender - delicious! We'll definitely be back.

Fresh vegetables - carrots, cauliflower, broccoli, parsnip, roast potatoes - and yummy Yorkshire puddings as well! Choice of meats. Warm and friendly environment. Family atmosphere. Great for watching the football too.

Excellent food and service the lamb chops . Mono chips. Calamari and green chicken and poppadoms are all brilliant

After several far too hot to eat Indian meals in other restaurants, my wife was put off from trying Indian food again but was finally persuaded to give the food at the White-bear a try.What a great meal we had. She went and booked her birthday meal there and I will be having mine there too. The food is spicy but not too hot and delicious.I can highly recommend this restaurant to everyone. The staff are friendly and helpful without being overbearing.

Great food with great service all in a traditional pub setting. We saw some great dishes and they all smelled fabtastic.

I found all the dishes we ordered very tasty they were freshly made with authentic ingredients and no powdery taste. Excellent service too. Ordered some more to take away and will be going back to try more dishes. They also serve English food

After listening to my boyfriend go on and on about how good the food is here, I insisted that he bring me for a pre holiday dinner - and I was not disappointed. This was genuinely the best Indian food I have ever had! There is a great selection of dishes and all very reasonably priced. The food was full of flavor and served promptly. The staff were great and very attentive and we were not made to feel rushed or anything. Despite the fact that the restaurant was full, the service was not affected. Would definitely recommend for anyone who loves a good curry!!!