The best restaurants in Holt East Dorset South West

Visited this lovely pub on the fly whilst in the area. Did not disappoint! Ashley our server was amazing! Went above and beyond too with pregnant wife with allergy as well as super friendly Only wish we'd come earlier in the week so we could have visited again. Highly recommend. Steak & Ale pie was delicious as was cheesecake of the day

Excellent food with good service, slightly pricey for pub food but was warranted as the food was superb. Only downside the ‘pizza terrace’ was a little chilly for our liking.

We used to really enjoy the cafe and food at Stewarts and I hate to say this but, in my opinion, it has gone down hill a bit recently. I had what was supposed to be a smashed avocado, tomato and lettuce sandwich. The avocado was not smashed, it was sliced, hard and not very pleasant at all. There were huge slices of tomato in the sandwich which had to be taken out and eaten with a knife and fork. The fries were quite delicious though and the best thing about the meal. My husband had a ploughmans which he said was ok but the bread was very dry and it didn’t come with butter. Also the ham was very chewy. I feel that the presentation and finishing touches of the food, needs a little bit of attention.

Out for a walk and doing a recce for Sunday lunch with family. Walked in the pub and was greeted with the words "Sorry dogs not welcome". I haven't visited this pub for a few years, but never felt so unwelcome. Will go to The Old Thatch, Barley Mow or The Horns where I will be welcome.

Our Sunday lunch was excellent with good food and good service. After many years of poor performance the inn is now back to the high standards of 20 or more years ago.