The best restaurants in Oxenhall and Newent North East Forest of Dean South West

My partner, pup and I stopped on route to Shropshire. We were welcomed by lovely staff who showed us where to log our car for parking. We were shown to our table quickly and a lovely lady brought us a fresh bowl of water for our dog. Our order was taken after a few minutes and drinks arrived shortly afterwards. Our food came quickly and was really tasty. My partner had ham, egg and chips, and I had stuffed vine leaves - both were great. The only reason four stars were given and not five, was the outside looked tired (we had to go inside to check they were open) and the toilets were out of toilet paper and soap - which 45 mins after they opened was a little disappointing.

Just popped in for a pint after a long walk. Very friendly, accommodating bar staff. It was Sunday lunch time so the pub was very busy but has a lovely atmosphere. Having said that it didn't take long to be served at the bar, very efficient. We went out to the back garden as it was sunny and we were pretty warm after our walk. The garden is pleasant enough but not as atmospheric as the pub itself. Very nice pint. Few cask ales on offer but being Sunday lunch time (well 2pm so late lunch time) some were finished. We will definitely be back as it's a really decent pub on our doorstep (recently moved to Newent) and really want to try the food as the reviews are very good 😊 Thank you for keeping tradition alive.

Stopped by for some lunch, wow what yummy food. The starters were huge! With a lovely salad, probably too big to be honest but how often would you say that! My husband had a steak and ale pie and I had the chicken Kiev I wasn’t sure at the start with the tiny onions in the sauce but I soon changed my mind when I tasted it. Lovely fresh yummy vegetables too. Would definitely recommend to my sister who lives in the area.

My partner and I had dinner here over the May bank holiday, it was our first time visiting. The restaurant itself is lovely, light and airy with beautiful views over the adjacent vineyard. Very attentive and friendly service from Marta. We shared a few plates between us, everything was tasty, and there was a reasonable vegetarian selection. I thought overall the menu was quite pricey, and portions on the small side (even for tapas/light bites).

Great pub great food,good choice of menu and very reasonable price. Couldn’t fault what we had . The waitress even asked if we had any allergies which is a plus for myself as I’m coeliac. Would recommend visiting plus free parking for motor home over night . Another plus .

Only popped in for a drink, but the landlady was very pleasant

Wrap was soggy chips had vinegar on them when only wanted salt. Disappointed 😞

Avoid at all costs. Received £100 parking fine for stopping here for 30mins. Signs are not lit up in the dark, not made aware of requirements for permit. Absolutely disgusting management

Visited whilst on holiday. We are 2 elderly ladies and wanted 2 children's breakfasts, the others being too large. We were refused, first time I have ever experienced this. Wont be going back. Also entrance was treacherous with slippery moss on paving stones, and very wet.