The best restaurants in Forest of Dean South West

From the moment we walked through the front door we were made to feel welcome. The dining room is warm and cozy, the decor eclectic. With a choice of two menus, the bar or specials there was plenty of choice. The bar menu giving you the option to reduce your per head spend. We all opted for dishes from the specials menu!! We are a family that loves our food. Every dish was beautifully presented, well proportioned and delicious. I can whole heartedly recommend the goats cheese and pesto beignets to start and if you have a big appetite the ribeye surf and turf. There was a great choice of gluten free or gluten free adaptable options and with no gluten contamination in the fryers we could all share the fries. We only managed one dessert between six of us and were delighted with the lemon sorbet presented inside a frozen lemon. The staff were all knowledgeable and willing to help with menu suggestions, and adjustments to suit dietary requirements. Nothing was too much trouble. If you are not in the area it is worth going out of your way to enjoy dinner.

We had our extended family Christmas meal here and it was really fabulous. The food was delicious and the staff warm and friendly. Great experience.

Good quiet place to stay with great breakfast and welcoming proprietor near to Lydney Only problem was my satnav took me to the local post office

Staying in the area so thought we would take a look at the craft centre and have a bite to eat. The traditional breakfast was generous and flavoursome, the service warm and friendly. Would highly recommend but would book a table next time....we were lucky and got a table.

Love this garden centre. A lovely family run centre with a real focus on plants, indoor and out. Amazing selection, always helpful, lovely cafe. The home section near the tills is a bit old fashioned for me so more modern would be great. In a way, it caters for all tastes though. A little gem!

Had a lovely lunch both of us choosing the fresh fish which is well worth the trip. Beautifully cooked with fresh, more interesting vegetables. Thoroughly enjoyable in a perfect setting. Friendly, very attentive staff with food that is all freshly cooked. Will definitely be back.

Went for a spot of lunch on a bank holiday, this was not on the menu, but Sally the cafe manager is very accommodating if she has it she will normally make your request. It was lovely, also and great value for money in this day and age. £7.50 as you can see a good size portions. Support local businesses.

Fabulous produce. Locally made sourdough bread, FAB! Eggs YUM! they tasted like eggs should. Friendly ,happy staff. A fabulous experience in a beautifull village with breath taking views.

We were so looking forward to Lunch here having read such great reviews. Arriving with a very muddy dog we decided to sit outside. I went in to be greeted with Do you want a menu!! (Abruptly) Yes Please….I said…I will come and take your order I was told. So I went to sit with my partner and the dog. After 20mins waiting we decided the service wasn’t as expected so I returned the Menu and we left. Staff didn’t seem over busy lots of empty tables inside. Working in hospitality we find that customer service with a smile is paramount the excuse of Sorry we are busy isn’t good enough.

We had Khun Mae Thai Kitchen at our Beer Festival! Really friendly, set up with no problems! Food was very very tasty! Especially the Gyozas! Highly Recommend

This is such a lovely little cafe, one you might miss if you weren't aware it was there. The staff are so welcoming and friendly and know the regulars well. The food is competitively priced and the ingredients are all fresh and great quality. we choose to take our food away however there is a lovely little area for eating and appeared very family friendly

Such a welcoming place vegan options great and also welcome dogs - super they gave our dog some treats and enjoyed a chat. This is a super place to visit if in the area

Walking around Coleford and thought I would try this coffee house, well I wasn't disappointed amazing coffee and great, friendly staff. I will definitely be visiting again.

What a lovely little spot...clean, caring and yummy. Support small businesses, I'm so glad I stopped and ventured in. Toastie was yum and cakes looked lush....if only I didn't overindulge this whole week!

Fabulous bread and cakes and lovely friendly staff. I always enjoy their produce and like the fact they support other local small businesses.