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Food and ambience

Local cuisine, Bar, British, Pub, Vegetarian Friendly, Gluten Free Options
Special Diets
Vegetarian Friendly, Gluten Free Options
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Brunch
CUISINES
Bar, British, Pub
FEATURES
Television, Gift Cards Available, Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Buffet, Seating, Parking Available, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Accepts American Express, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Free Wifi, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service
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Reviewed 1 week ago

Popped in on a Thursday to meet a friend. Was greeted by Curtis, he’s so lovely and made us feel so welcome. Amber served us and she couldn’t do enough for us. Food came quickly and was nice and hot. Drinks were good. Would definitely...come again! See you next week 😊 xMore

Date of visit: March 2024
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General Manager A, General Manager at Saracens Head, responded to this reviewResponded 1 week ago

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Reviewed 1 week ago via mobile

I was so welcomed in the Saracens head Shirley, Curtis was an amazing member staff and a massive asset to they team, was so welcoming and friendly , amazing service and will be going again

Date of visit: March 2024
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General Manager A, General Manager at Saracens Head, responded to this reviewResponded 1 week ago

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Reviewed 1 week ago

Cracking service by Curtis, top barman, top server will always come again just for his services. The other staff are friendly too

Date of visit: March 2024
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General Manager A, General Manager at Saracens Head, responded to this reviewResponded 1 week ago

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Reviewed 4 weeks ago

Oh wow.. exceptional service my pudding was delightful and the waitresses are friendly especially Jamie (JAMIE) lovely lovely pudding

Date of visit: February 2024
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General Manager A, General Manager at Saracens Head, responded to this reviewResponded 3 weeks ago

Aoife R, thanks for your praise and kind comments about our team. Thank you again for taking the time to let us know how we did. We hope you have a great day!

Reviewed 4 weeks ago via mobile

Been in this pub hundreds of times- like it but there is one member of staff that is so miserable and dosnt want to serve you - you say to her please and thank you and nothing back - like you are an inconvinience- I...wait to get served by someone else- no names mentioned dont want anyone to lose their job- but awfull.More

Date of visit: February 2024
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General Manager A, General Manager at Saracens Head, responded to this reviewResponded 3 weeks ago

Hi Ken J, we appreciate your honest review. We set a high standard for ourselves, so we are disappointed to hear that your experience with us was not a positive one. Thank you for leaving feedback, and take care.

Reviewed 9 February 2024

Fantastic evening spent at the Saracens. Haven't been here for a while but will certainly visit again. Great service from the staff, especially Adam, who made us feel very welcome. Great atmosphere, and service.

Date of visit: January 2024
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General Manager A, General Manager at Saracens Head, responded to this reviewResponded 12 February 2024

Thank you again for taking the time to let us know how we did. We hope you have a great day!

Reviewed 3 February 2024

Amazing food and great service as well as great staff, drinks are very reasonably priced. Would definitely reccomend.

Date of visit: January 2024
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General Manager A, General Manager at Saracens Head, responded to this reviewResponded 5 February 2024

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Reviewed 2 February 2024

Staff are absolutely fantastic!! Especially Hannah!! Had some nice food and poured a descent Guinness!! Look forward to returning!!

Date of visit: February 2024
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General Manager A, General Manager at Saracens Head, responded to this reviewResponded 4 February 2024

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Reviewed 20 January 2024

Always found it a decent pub to come to with family and friends and to watch the football etc. Really lovely staff who are friendly and welcoming. Always enjoy the food. Great atmosphere. Best pub in Shirley!

Date of visit: January 2024
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General Manager A, General Manager at Saracens Head, responded to this reviewResponded 4 February 2024

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Reviewed 19 January 2024

Tasty and filling food. Child friendly, Nice and friendly atmosphere. Staff are very welcoming and polite.

Date of visit: January 2024
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General Manager A, General Manager at Saracens Head, responded to this reviewResponded 19 January 2024

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Reviewed 16 January 2024

All i can say is after a very long shop around shirley high street is we popped into here instead of weatherspoons and it was a better experience the food was cooked perfectly and the waitresses and bar staff were amaizing will deffo return For...your info i had a surf and turf and the mrs had a clucker burger meal was well worth the money ❤️More

Date of visit: January 2024
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General Manager A, General Manager at Saracens Head, responded to this reviewResponded 19 January 2024

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Reviewed 14 January 2024

Thoroughly enjoyed my visit at the Saracens head !! Ellie was very helpful and friendly :) food delicious and served quickly .

Date of visit: January 2024
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General Manager A, General Manager at Saracens Head, responded to this reviewResponded 16 January 2024

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Reviewed 12 January 2024

Fabulous place to be especially with the free entertainment every weekend! Cheap and Cheerful with friendly staff and customers. Your tribute nights are fantastic! Keep doing what your doing!

Date of visit: January 2024
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General Manager A, General Manager at Saracens Head, responded to this reviewResponded 14 January 2024

Vacation192774, we are so happy to read such a great review about Saracens Head!

Reviewed 6 January 2024

Came to the Saracens Head for food and drink. Very respectful staff I was served by cez who is friendly and polite and can pour a good Guinness!! Food was perfectly cooked will definitely be back!

Date of visit: January 2024
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General Manager A, General Manager at Saracens Head, responded to this reviewResponded 8 January 2024

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Reviewed 4 January 2024 via mobile

10/10! Top service and top food! Went in with a couple friends after work for some food and drinks what can I say Alish, Curtis, Sian and Aiden was the team on tonight and the service I got was amazing a couple of jokes and...good laugh, when ordering food it came out within 15mins! Food was amazing!More

Date of visit: January 2024
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General Manager A, General Manager at Saracens Head, responded to this reviewResponded 6 January 2024

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Saracens Head is rated accordingly in the following categories by Tripadvisor travellers:
  • Food: 3.5
  • Service: 4
  • Value: 4
  • Atmosphere: 3.5