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Food and ambience

PRICE RANGE
US$10 - US$33
Special Diets
Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options, Gluten Free Options
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Brunch
CUISINES
Bar, British, Pub
FEATURES
Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Parking Available, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Free Wifi, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service
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Very poor experience today, probably caused from the kitchen which had run out of syrup and tried to fob us off with a very dry waffle thinking we would accept it. Put the waitress in a very difficult position. All they had to do was...communicate with each other! However the situation was resolved with a replacement meal but should never happened in the first place. Disappointing that the manager took a back seat in all this and didn’t come to see us personally, leaving it all to the excellent waitress.More

Date of visit: December 2023
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Reviewed 25 October 2023

Although the food was good the 10% service charge is misleading as it says optional but is in fact already added to the bill, so I inadvertently tipped twice!

Date of visit: October 2023
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Reviewed 22 October 2023 via mobile

We visited mid-afternoon on a Sunday (fully booked until then) for a late lunch. The decor and ambiance was welcoming and everything was clean. The service was prompt and friendly. The food arrived in good time and the quality of the food, both Sunday roast...and other menu options, was absolutely excellent. Food was to a very high quality and presented well. It was clear that food was home prepared.More

Date of visit: October 2023
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Reviewed 17 July 2023

Good lunch, reasonably priced. Is a lovely pub. I have been there twice before and love to come back, it's very cosy and service is really good We had pork and chicken roasts Plenty of vegetables and califlower cheese.

Date of visit: July 2023
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Reviewed 17 July 2023

Booked in for sunday lunch as in area to see the Who at Badminton Very pleasant building on pull up promptly shown to table by young servers,both myself and wife went for the beef option very nice meal and super sweets to follow nice range...of drinks as well.not the cheapest but quality rarely is ,would recommend.More

Date of visit: July 2023
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Reviewed 18 June 2023 via mobile

Ate here whilst staying just down the road in Old Sodbury. Located on the main road it offers good food with friendly staff. We had the scampi and double burger - gluten free. Both were excellent and good value

Date of visit: June 2023
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Reviewed 18 February 2023 via mobile

10% service charge added to Breakfast as well as misleading menu reference a single inclusive hot drink……………………………….More

Date of visit: February 2023
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James Gale, Owner at The Bell Inn, responded to this reviewResponded 21 March 2023

Dear Duke19850, Our menus clearly mention the Fair Tip Policy and state that this is discretionary. The bill also clearly states that the 10% service charge is discretionary; we never have a problem removing the service charge when requested. This policy was introduced in order...More

Reviewed 12 January 2023 via mobile

Really lovely dinner at the Bell It was my friends birthday Lovely food Lovely staff Lovely venue Very clean and trendy pub Arm chairs and a real log fire

Date of visit: January 2023
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Reviewed 8 January 2023

One of the best Sunday roasts we have had. A shame the waitress was so miserable and only raised a smile as we were leaving ! Apparently she’s always the same! Put us off going back!More

Date of visit: January 2023
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James G, Owner at The Bell Inn, responded to this reviewResponded 9 January 2023

Hi Angela, Thank you for the review - we were delighted to read that it was one of the best Sunday roasts you've had. Apologies that you felt your server was not so cheerful. This is something we'll discuss in our next team meeting and...More

Reviewed 24 November 2022

went in here the other night for a meal . ABSOLUTE CRAP ! the cook in the kitchen and it is a cook NOT A CHEF hasnt got a clue !! the morroccan lamb bore no resembalence to any morrocan lamb ive ever had, where...was the couscous & the minted yoghurt, so bad it would have been better with a red wine & mint jus on it to rescue it !!, the pea risotto was green but thats about it. GLOOPY AND LOOKED LIKE A HEAP OF MUSHY PEAS !! TO THE COOK if you cant execute the dish DONT COOK IT !!! dont waste your money in here folks THE FOOD IS AWFULL !!!!!!!!!!!!!!More

Date of visit: November 2022
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James G, Owner at The Bell Inn, responded to this reviewResponded 25 November 2022

We were sorry to read that you did not enjoy your experience with us. We enjoy a great local reputation with fantastic reviews across various social media platforms (Trip Advisor has rather become the place people go to complain - I'd recommend looking at ResDiary,...More

Reviewed 6 November 2022 via mobile

just had a absolutely delicious and very filling roast here. Good priced, food tasted fresh and very flavourable. was actually the best roast I have ever eaten out. will definitely be back.

Date of visit: November 2022
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Reviewed 7 September 2022 via mobile

We ate here many years ago and didn’t have the best experience so haven’t been for a long time. We returned recently for dinner, arriving one evening without a booking. We were greeted by Marianne who could not have been more welcoming and accommodating. She...found us a table and we were looked after all evening by her and George. I can’t praise them enough for their excellent service and lovely upbeat manner, it was a real pleasure. They were working the whole restaurant on their own too and managed it with calm and efficiency. The food was superb. We had the Pork Belly bites and Crispy King Prawn Taquitos to start..….both absolutely gorgeous dishes and we would have them again. For mains we had the burger which was great and I had probably the nicest Sea bass I’ve ever eaten. It was served with a delicious carrot mousse and other veg but cooked to perfection and so tasty. We skipped desserts as we were full but will make sure we have those next time. We were so impressed we’ve booked breakfast for a birthday treat next week as we hear their breakfasts are pretty special too. Thank you to the team at The Bell for delivering exceptional service on all levels.More

Date of visit: September 2022
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Reviewed 27 August 2022

Visited here for the first time with Friends, Food and Service were very good . The prices were good also with courses at about £18 for Main course. Sea Bass was good , automatic service charge was added but you can remove if you wish....Nice country Pub Feel and is obviously popular in the areaMore

Date of visit: August 2022
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Reviewed 25 August 2022

Staff great and working very hard. Food arrived quickly. Place was full, good sign. Why, because it did what it said on the tin. Great imaginative food, great taste, great everything. The inside is lovely. A gem.

Date of visit: August 2022
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Reviewed 5 August 2022

Had the most delicious meal very friendly we hadn’t booked but were made very welcome couldn’t fault anything about are vist will definitely be going back thank you so much

Date of visit: August 2022
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Sunday lunch menu please
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Hi, yes apart from a very small ridge at the threshold, the pub is flat with a disabled toilet. Thanks
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The Bell Inn is rated accordingly in the following categories by Tripadvisor travellers:
  • Food: 4.5
  • Service: 4.5
  • Value: 4
  • Atmosphere: 4