The best restaurants in Mendip South West

Finally got around to going for a meal with my son and a friend. Wow! Wish id come here sooner. Lovely atmosphere (im noise sensitive and it was perfect, not echoey, not too loud, music playing not annoying, can hear everyone on table perfectly no shouting). The food was out of this world. Between the three of us we had calamari, olives and pork loin starters (perfect sizes), mains of lamb shoulder in apricots and almonds (not too nutty just perfect), and a calamari main. Calamari is really difficult to do right but this place has nailed it. Not rubbery or undercooked at all. Had coffee and a sour cherry and greek yoghurt dessert…. Heaven! Restaurant is spotlessly clean, chair cushions proper fabric not plastic ( i hate plastic ones where you stick to the seat ), restaurant was a comfortable temperature for us, no need to wear a thick jumper for dinner like in some places. Just a perfect meal in a perfect restaurant. Cannot sing praises enough. Staff friendly and checked back on us. Everything timely and not rushed. 5 stars!

We asked these guys if they could make us a vegan cake for a birthday celebration. They were happy to help and a few days notice. Cake was amazing and the recipient was so happy as he usually missis out on cake being a vegan. Staff were so friendly and helpful and I felt it was no trouble at all to accommodate our request. Thank you so much and pat on the back to the baker.

Had lunch here , it was great , so we went a few days later , that was great also , good food simple menu , we will be back

We enjoyed a one night stay for a birthday celebration. Our room was very spacious and had everything we needed for a comfortable rest! Loved the bathroom and the bed was huge and we slept really well! Although we had our very own alarm, that being the church bells ringing at 9.30 calling everyone to service lol Tea n coffee facilities were good and had plenty of it! Would definitely stay again soon for a cosy stay!

Visited with a group of friends and a couple of our toddlers. I don’t usually leave reviews but definitely have to for this gem. We all had lovely meals, the landlord and his team were so friendly, welcoming and attentive. What I personally love is how family friendly they were, we will definitely be back.

Visited today (06/11.24 ) for the first time in over 30 years and found the service to be friendly and efficient. Good menu and although quite busy the food arrived in good time and well cooked. Land chops and Lamb steaks on the menu which is rarity these days. The Lamb steak was a good size compared to supermarket lamb steaks . Good range of drinks at prices that were more affordable than some other pubs in the area. As a group of 4 wee count fault it . Opening times a tad restrictive and not opened any bank holidays. Best book.

One of the best roasts we have had all the extras plus extra gravy it was all so fresh amazing portion size and quality highly recommend

Got to love a Lounge. Varied menu and the staff were fabulous. One of the wife's favourites is the Chicken salad.

I hear great things but even though they say they deliver, when I ring they always say don’t ! (Even though I live in Wells.) generally friendly.

Wonderful food 😋 great atmosphere always made to feel very welcome.

Very friendly little pub with excellent well kept real ale, only a couple of hand pumps but you don't need lots of options when the beer is good. There is wood panelling which looks like it's from a church, and stylish bar stools. Service helpful and friendly, bar maid appeared to know all the locals!

Fantastic! Absolutely superb food. There was 11 of us (5 children) and we all had delicious food. I'm surprised this place has any negative reviews, we couldn't fault it! Two steaks cooked to perfection, pork belly was divine, fish and chips amazing and cleared plates from all the kids. Wonderful service and atmosphere. Highly recommend and will definitely return if we visit the area again. Keep it up guys, you're doing a wonderful job!

WOW! What amazing service.. We arrived litterally as they opened the door.....! (what Lushes!) I took my mum out for a bite to eat.. Wine was perfect... Ale (such choice! had an Exmoor ale - served with the best care) I ordered the Oak Burger.... Mum the fish & Chips. Mums eyes rolled with the taste of the fish and her chunky chips were incredible...And her peas were cooked not bullets! My burger was "just the right amount of seasoning" - not rare, great taste , lovely toasty bun, salad and fries... In fact huge. And the gherkin on the top was the crowning glory. And a decent one at that. Service was IMPECABLE - everyone of the staff was SO helpful... the fire was lit...so we were cosy in minutes - fabulous atmosphere - easy parking, lovely pub 11/10 folks... Much as I live in Portsmouth next time Im back you are our "GO TO" place for quality and reasonably priced food - and superbly kept Ale! Just keep doing what you do Thank you Steve & Mum!

Love this little cafe. Great breakfast baps, lovely cakes, and light lunches and most amazing views. Our dog loves it too

Four of us visited for the first time and we were very impressed. We were welcomed and shown to our table very courteously and first impressions were positive. Very smart appearance, clean and well maintained. Our drinks order was brought to the table quickly and our food followed after we had finished our poppadoms served with delicious dips and relishes. Our main meals were excellent with good sized portions. All the staff were friendly and helpful. So pleased we chose Cardamom Sandown and will definately be returning. Highly recommended.