Horse And Groom

Simon Fox
5 Star
The Horse and Groom is under new management and they are clearly trying to make this a venue that offers a little more than standard pub fare. The menu offers lots with a nod to expected dishes but the odd twist to lift it. We had the duck bonbons and smoked salmon to start and the cod loin and chicken for main. All were good, and with a few minor tweaks would be excellent, broccoli was over done with the chicken for example. The duck starter in particular was a winner. The cheese board was large and very filling, the brownie was nice, but again just needed a bit more to lift it to the standard I'm sure the team ate working towards. I've given 5 stars because given they only opened in this guise a couple of weeks ago I think it's a fair rating (and I can't give 4.5!!). We will be going back and if you'l live anywhere local or are visiting the area and looking for something that isn't the massive portions of another local mainstay or the feel of a hotel restaurant then this is worth a go - one to support as they build a deserved fan base!
Saturday 5th June 2021

Anne Bartle
1 Star
Dreadful - popped in for lunch. On entering it was so cold, no heating - waiting for gas delivery!Three beer pumps not working - waiting for delivery! Hot coffee to warm up, coffee machine not working - waiting to fix it! Ordered steak and ale pie - haven't got any steak - couldn't order it! It was so cold we sat in the window seat in the sun, another couple also sat in the sunny window. We were all asked to move back into the cold room,which we did ( nobody else was there), we were then told we could go back to the sunny room - unbelievable! Our meal of Cottage pie and vegetables arrived -- where were the vegetables, only a few carrots - shocking! A ready made supermarket microwave meal would have been tastier. Will not recommend this pub, will not return as we have pride and taste in where we eat. One star for the carpark.
Thursday 9th February 2023

James Watling
5 Star
Had a superb Sunday roast here back in April '23. Great ingredients, polite and friendly service, lovely venue and great price.
Thursday 11th May 2023

Carl Winter
5 Star
The Horse & Groom was a half mile from where my girlfriend and i were staying as a long weekend break. We were very happy that there was a delightful pub in walking distance and we decided to have a meal here on the Saturday evening. In a nutshell, the food was outstanding. My girlfriend ordered the pork belly dish and it was mouthwatering. The prices are perfectly reasonable and the staff are very friendly and chatty. The only thing that was slightly lacking was atmosphere but this will no doubt improve once word gets out.
Tuesday 13th July 2021

Scotty C
5 Star
Epic roast! Nice, clean, dog friendly. Decent price. Definitely returning to experience more of the menu too!
Sunday 26th March 2023