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Booked a table for 4 for 7:30, we arrived on time, were shown to our table swiftly and had good attention from the wait person. However, on booking the website said the table needed to be vacated by 9 [which is actually when they say they close mid-week]. It was 8:30 by the time our food arrived, which if we had had to leave at 9 was a joke. Maybe this was to give you time to buy the expensive drinks. I thought the soft drinks were highly priced. I had to ask twice for mayonnaise with the chips. As another reviewer has noted, it probably is a venue for the younger generation, we were next to a table who were so loud it was difficult to hear each other speak. The burgers were not as filling as I had expected for hand made [I had the Ho Chi Munch [which I thought for a veggie option was overpriced as beetroot is not as expensive as beef] , others had the Boss, the Old Skool & the LTO. I doubt if we'll go again.

Popped in here last night for a meal and was not disappointed. We had the beef bites to start and my Mother had the fish pie and I had the chicken with rosti. Mums fish pie was delicious and was served with al dente green beans and my chicken was perfect packed with flavour and lovely crunchiness on the outside of the Crosti. For desert we had the ( not sure what it’s called!!) but it was served in a glass and had Damson and cream and ice cream and like a biscuit. Everything was very good indeed. It is on the expensive side for a pub

Lovely fresh cooked fish and chips, we have takeaway most Fridays, phone order through and pick it up 10 minutes later, lovely friendly staff

As always, the food part of lunch at the Estate Grill was superb. However the service was absolutely shocking and let down the whole experience. On arrival, there weren’t enough menus for our party and no children’s menu was provided for my son. I resorted to using the online version of the children’s menu, which later transpired to be out of date and what my son wanted to order wasn’t available. We ordered bread for the table and crudités for my son which then arrived with the main meal. Not ideal. I can’t though fault the food at all - delicious as always. On finishing our meal, we then had to wait nearly an hour for the table to be cleared. We had asked for desert menus and when these hadn’t arrived after 30 minutes, I went to request them and for our table to be cleared (we were outside so were starting to be bothered by flies and wasps on the dirty plates). When we arrived, the table next to us was being used by a wedding party for drinks. They left shortly after we arrived and the table remained uncleared the entire time we were there. We were celebrating a birthday, indicated on the booking, and no acknowledgement was made of this. It honestly feels like every time we come to Great Fosters now, there is a problem. It’s really quite embarrassing for the hotel, which used to be spectacular and which we have been visiting (including hosting our wedding reception) for almost 20 years. The new owners need to have a rethink of their service model because what we experienced today was not a premium level of service and we will seriously think twice about booking again.

Excellent service, good coffee and brilliant cream scone

A wonderful meal served by wonderful and kind staff, nothing too much trouble well worth a visit. Well done to all staff.

Just back from a two day break at this hotel. Excellent service, food expertly prepared and on time. Room was well appointed and spotless. Location super. I have read most of the reviews and have to say that I do not agree with any of the negatives. I will recommend this hotel to my friends and family wholeheartedly. Thank you.

It would be very difficult to find a better eating place in the Forest of Dean! My friend today ( who was visiting from outside the area ) firmly declared that it was one of the best Sunday lunches she had ever had - anywhere! The service, presentation and quality of food all contributed to a lovely experience. The place is spotlessly clean and staff are attentive and friendly without being overbearing. We were seated immediately on arrival and drinks order taken and delivered promptly. Hot plates were also delivered! Absolutely every food item delivered was perfectly presented and cooked to perfection - portions we’re extremely generous and amazing value for money. We simply cannot praise the staff enough for all the efforts they make at The Miners to give diners such a great experience.

We went for the Carribbean platter and it was out of this world, we both like our food but this platter was too much for us and we had to take the remaining food back with us, 10/10 food

Great breakfast and great service from Louise as always , she always makes sure everything is good and is always happy , brilliant

Fuimos tentados por el "menú de chocolate caliente" en un día frío. Desafortunadamente, a pesar de la etiqueta de precio, nos sirvieron chocolate caliente muy acuoso. He tenido mejor de una máquina expendedora. ¡Quizá sus desayunos sean mejores!

Went with 7 of my family and chose the carvery option. The whole meal was dry and tasteless. The pork was chewy, potatoes dry and the veg was extremely tasteless Since eating there I have read more reviews that say the same. The gravy boat need to read their reviews and up their game, as I for one, will not be going back. Shame, as it was very good when it first opened.

Good beer, friendly staff pool table.

Came for the Christmas meal last night.Great friendly service.The meals were excellent and nice an hot.Obviously home made crumble and mince tart with coffee.Highly recommend.Value for money.Also dog friendly.

Beware if you are a COELIAC This place says its chips are cooked in a separate fryer which they may well be. However I ate six “ gluten free” chips and two hours later bloating and nausea. Still with me the day after. There must have been gluten contamination somewhere - all it needs is a hand, an implement, ANYTHING to have been contaminated with just a tiny speck of gluten to cause a reaction ( vomiting diarrhoea severe pain dizziness for up to a week) At least it didn’t make me sick this time. Every hotel cafe restaurant in the country should be trained in gluten intolerance/ coeliac. Actually not an intolerance but a serious auto immune disease which can cause hospital admission. We won’t be going back needless to say.