The 50 best cheap eats in Gloucestershire

Came here for my husband birthday. We were so surprise when they bought a free birthday dessert out, we didn’t told them it was my husband’s birthday, still surprised until now. Food was delicious, portion sizes are more like tapas, small plates to share. I do love the idea of that, I can try more different curries and dishes. My favourite was probably the mango curry and the roasted potatoes. If you order the ‘lion cup’ cocktail, you’ll get a ‘fire show’. It was so cool! Love the vibe of the place!! Was a bit sad that they ran out of calamari the day I visited, but I’ll take that as an excuse for me to definitely go back to try in the future.

3 of us came here for my friends birthday, having never been before and it exceeded our expectations. We loved the food, atmosphere, drinks... and I must say, the staff absolutely made it for us. Such a friendly, energetic bunch... We will definately be back, thank you for a very memorable evening x

We’ve been here twice in one week and can’t wait to come back again. The food is incredible with great flavor. Drinks are creative and delicious. Service is helpful and atmosphere is loud and fun, but still allows you to have a conversation. We did the Can’t Decide option the first time we came and were impressed by all of the dishes (hopper, hot battered cauli, kotthu, black pork, chicken curry, Sri-tato, and rotti). The second time we tried the fish curry and pineapple curry. Not a single bad dish!

Had a wonderful lunch today in this restaurant. Re-kindled memories of my previous Sri Lankan meals years back. I ordered the 15£ set lunch. The service was very friendly and warm. I loved the Seeni and Coconut Sambol, the chicken curry was spicy as informed . The string hoppers were decent but I have eaten better string hoppers in the past. I was given some pineapple curry to taste. It was nice. Sweet and mildly spicy.

What a fun place to eat I strongly recommend it to everybody that's in the area. The decor is Fun the service is spot on and the food is absolutely delicious. What year was into the place was their menu they have clever names for their drinks and that's why we went there

Amazing food. Friendly staff. Nice greeting. Great service. Super value. Picking small dishes gave lots of options and was under £20 each with a drink.

Loved it! Welcoming, relaxed vibes. Waiting staff warm and welcoming, food absolutely delicious. I'm vegan and the choice was fantastic, yet plenty for carnivores too. The cauliflower dish was to die for. I loved the decor, might B too rough and ready for ppl who want fine dining. A gem of a place 👏👏👏👏👏😎 👌🍲🫘🥗🥘

This was my first Michelin experience, and it did not disappoint. We went for my chef husband’s birthday, and he spent the entire time in a state of bliss! He was so impressed by the flavors and ideas surrounding all the dishes. I was pleasantly surprised by the atmosphere — I was honestly expecting pretentious nonsense, but it was the complete opposite. Insane creative high end food but in a comfortable and relaxed atmosphere. The soft pairing (nonalcoholic) were superb, and all the staff were knowledgeable, friendly, and professional. It’s obviously pricy with a Michelin rating, but if you’re looking for a flawless high end experience, this is the place to go!

Lovely spot! Had a fantastic meal at Lumière in Cheltenham-delicious tasting menu with fresh, local flavours. The atmosphere was cozy yet refined, and the price, while not insignificant, felt entirely justified for such a splendid experience. Would definitely go back in a heartbeat.

Had the eight course tasting menu between 6 for a birthday. The food was beautiful, the wine (particularly a white from Japan and a white burgundy) delicious and Matthew and his team took exceptional care of us all! Each course was perfectly crafted, but the more ravenous might want an extra portion of bread.

Lumiere was to be the highlight at the end of our trip to the Cotswold last month. Sadly this place disappointed on so many levels. As a regular to fine dining establishments, and the great reviews, we had very high expectations in a town known for great food. I will start at when we entered, first to arrive for the evening. We were shown to a table in the corner, furtherest away from the kitchen. Not the best table in the restaurant. When we asked if they had a better table, they said no. Well that’s not true, as we could over hear other guest getting a choice. The restaurant has no atmosphere, feels cold and lacks any ambience. 1/10 Thou the service was above average for a one star, it felt very robotic, with staff just providing a rehearsed script when explaining the dish. 5/10 As for the sommelier, he lack passion when attempting to explain the pairing to the dish. No attempt was given to explain why it was paired. Don’t get me wrong, the pairings were spot on, but a little more energy and explanation for it paring goes a long way. 2/10 Now for the food. The canapés on the whole weee good but nothing special. The Taramasalata, lemon and red pepper was beautiful to look at but bland and tasteless. The Measowlqnd Smoked Eel was amazing and is regarded as one of the chefs specially. We agree The Line Caught Cornish Day Boat Bass was another hit. The Bishops canning pork belly was a complete flop for us. The sweetcorn completely over powered the dish and pork belly was nothing to rave about. The Tequila Slammer cleanser was a hit, 10/10 for the theatrics and did what it was suppose to do. Bravo Overall, we rate the dishes 6/7 but the whole experience lacked what we expect from a one star.

I went with my family for my birthday and had a great time. It’s a small, understated restaurant from the outside, with the only clue that you are about to enter the best fine dining restaurant in Cheltenham being the famous red plaque and white star sitting pride of place next to the sample menu. We had the 6 course menu which was full of dishes packed with exquisite flavours, all served with brilliant, friendly staff. The menus are on tablets, which I was a bit skeptical at first, but with them being left on the table it was great to read about all the detail that goes into the dishes and the origin for all the locally sourced produce, as you eat them. Would highly recommend it’s a real treat!

We went in for my husband's birthday. It's a lovely and small venue, but the service and food and drink quality was superb - well it's Michelin standard! We had some very interesting dishes, which we usually wouldn't go for, but they were all very good.

We dined here for my birthday on the 21st August. We had the 8 course tasting menu and it was incredible - highly recommend, can't wait to hopefully go back one day. The only dish we were not fans of was the canapé containing Stinking Bishop cheese but that's purely because we are not big cheese people, it was very strong but I'm sure delicious to the right people 😊 the raspberry dessert was divine and I would pay a lot of money just for the custard again! The sweetcorn dish with eel was another favourite which I'd have never thought would be. That's the beauty of a tasting menu as a fussy eater 🤗

An absolute amazement for tastebuds ! The menu has limited choices in order to provide the best quality of ingredients, the most amazing combinations of tastes, and arrangements on plates looking fabulous. I totally recommend it! The atmosphere is a bit religious, as Purslane is obviously a favourite for couples who speak quietly. Note as a slight minus that service is charged on top as a gratuity that does not seem as discretional as it says, as it is added to the bill. Given the price of the courses, 12% turn out to be a nice sum for waitering a small number of tables. I think I would prefer to give an extra to the kitchen, as it is where the magic happens. But let it not deter you from experiencing a festival of flavours !

Great experience, highly recommend a visit. Around £100 per person with wine. Front of house were great, explaining each meal and the service was amazing.

We had an amazing meal in lovely surroundings with great service. Yes the taster menu is expensive but it's worth every penny. Truly wonderful flavour and presentation.

Beautifully presented, tasty food. Efficient and helpful service. Delicious amuse bouches, great starters and good mains. Excellent dessert.

Excellent as usual. One of our favourite restaurants for lunch when in Cheltenham. Great seasonal lunch menu, enjoy the fact that it's different every time and we don't need to make a decision. Simple and elegant. Three courses for £28. Excellent food and service.

We visited this restaurant on Thursday evening. Overall, the food quality was decent , not impressive, but not disappointing either. The menu choices were quite limited. We ordered the stone bass and the Cornish cod. I want to share a reminder for anyone visiting: there was a fish bone about 3-4 cm long in the stone bass, and it injured my friend while eating. I immediately showed the bone to the staff, but they simply took it away quickly without offering any apology or even asking if my friend was okay. It felt as if nothing had happened. I understand that stone bass naturally has bones, I would expect the chef to have the skills to remove them properly, or at the very least, for the staff to warn diners to be careful when serving the dish. When something like this does happen, the minimum I would expect is some concern for the customer’s safety and a simple apology. We did not complain or act rudely at all. We just felt disappointed by the lack of empathy and professionalism in their response. I hope anyone visiting in the future will be careful while eating, and I also hope the restaurant will take diners’ safety and dining experience more seriously.

Went for the 7 course tasting with wine pairing - and the food was incredible. They accommodated us with a pescetarian tasting menu - switched the meat course for another fish course, which was much appreciated. The wines paired beautifully and you got to experience a lot from different countries. The ‘snacks’ were basically another course and the breads were fresh and warm. Really reasonable for a tasting menu of such high quality! Would definitely recommend!

We loved the food and the kindness of the staff. This restaurant is perfect for kids and parents. The kids were given activities and candies, they drank for free because of easter event. We spent a great time. Thank you so much 288 bar & wok !

The Singapore noodles were amazing—full of wok hei and absolutely authentic, reminding me of home back in Hong Kong. The stir-fried vegetables were fresh and flavorful, especially with the sauce on top. The chicken katsu with lemon sauce was also delicious and perfectly cooked. Great flavors, cozy vibes, and a real taste of home (and reasonably priced). definitely coming back!

Lovely place with some yummy options, though it's hard to find anything that isn't sweet (which, I suppose, is kind of expected given the characteristic Chinese flavors 😅). First time around, my partner had the curry and i had the black bean sauce tofu mains with rice. I wasn't a fan of the curry (he was) but preferred the black bean dish. This time around, his parents had the sweet and sour (not my vibe, but very good) and the mushrooms and onions (very yummy and umami) and my partner had the kung pao (also sweeter than we'd expected) and I had the udon and dumpling soup. The soup was my favourite! We also had the sharing starters, which you'd love if you like a heavy fried starter. It pretty much filled us up before the big mains even came out 😅 A few of the orders were wrong so we got to take lots home. Good atmosphere and it gets very busy!

Great service and amazing food! Portions were huge for the price we paid we struggled to finish it all! Would highly recommend and we’ll definitely be back.

I lived in Cheltenham for a number of years but never got to visit this place even after seeing their glowing reviews. After moving away and it being my birthday we thought it would be a prime time to visit. The restaurant was really clean and staff were amazing. We got served quickly and dishes came out super fast. Portion sizes were decent and really tasty. I wouldn’t think twice about coming back. After speaking with the owner and saying I was celebrating my birthday he offered me a complimentary birthday drink from the bar to takeaway. Lovely gesture and all in all i was very happy. I wouldn’t hesitate in recommending this restaurant. 5 *****

Easily our favourite place in Cheltenham. Delicious food, friendly staff and owner. Great value. Truly an institution. Can't recommend highly enough. Make sure to book at busy times, though. It's extremely popular—with good reason!

The best the best the best. I make it my business to come here every time I'm in Cheltenham, the food is cooked with soul and has been consistently delicious for over a decade that I've been eating here. The tofu dishes and eggless fried rice are a vegan dream. You won't regret a trip here if you love top notch Chinese food! They're a wonderful addition to the food scene here and I hope to be eating my favourite dishes for many years to come. The black bean tofu is 100000/10 ⭐

Always enjoy eating here (and at the previous location before they moved to the current premises). The street food experience is very good and we always find everything to be delicious and well cooked. Service is adequate and efficient. Atmosphere was quiet during lunch service but could be just the day we went mid week. We would definitely visit again. Edit: revisited on a Sunday and it was much busier. There’s an all you can eat buffet from a select menu but we just ordered what we liked from the a la carte menu. Food delicious as always.

Lovely experience. Dahi Bhalla Papdi Chat and Koliwada had after long time. One of the best authentic restaurants in Cheltenham. The staff is very polite and helpful. Keep up good work. Surely we will visit again!!

Okay Bombay food and chat. Not for cocktails - just very sweet. Chats were ok. Definitely not for South Indian food. No idli or vada. Atmosphere and service were good.

Read the reviews and popped in for dinner. The food is absolutely amazing, such fantastic flavours. So glad we ate here.

I recently dined at this establishment with high hopes, but unfortunately, the food left much to be desired. I ordered Tandoori Chicken, Naan, and Murgh Kalimirch. The tandoori chicken had a decent marinade and was flavourful, but it was noticeably dry and relied heavily on food colouring. The naan resembled more of a khameeri roti than the soft, fluffy naan one might expect, which was a surprising letdown. As for the Murgh Kalimirch, it bore little resemblance to the dish it's supposed to be. The flavour lacked the signature creamy and peppery punch and overall depth; it felt more like a generic curry than a distinctive kalimirch. On a brighter note, I was pleasantly surprised to find sugarcane juice on the menu, which I have not seen on a menu in quite a while. It was well-executed and fresh. The only redeeming aspect was the friendly and attentive front-of-house staff. However, good service can't compensate for a disappointing culinary experience. I don’t plan on returning. The restaurant seems to benefit from being in an area where the standard for Indian food is relatively low, allowing it to appear better by comparison. But on its own merit, the food needs serious work.

I recently dined at Bombay&Co Indian restaurant and had a fantastic experience. The restaurant offers a delightful range of dishes that truly capture the essence of Indian cuisine. To start off, the starters were absolutely delicious. The flavors were vibrant and the presentation was impressive. Each bite was a delightful explosion of taste, leaving me craving for more. The curries at Bombay&Co were simply outstanding. The chefs have mastered the art of balancing spices, creating curries that are rich in flavor and perfectly seasoned. The variety of curries offered catered to different palates, and I was particularly impressed with the authenticity and depth of each dish. One standout element of the dining experience was the homemade naan bread. The naan was soft, fluffy, and had a wonderful smoky flavor. It was the perfect accompaniment to the curries, and I couldn't get enough of it. The service at Bombay&Co was attentive and professional. The staff was knowledgeable about the menu and made excellent recommendations. They were prompt in attending to our needs and ensured that we had a pleasant dining experience from start to finish. Overall, I highly recommend Bombay&Co Indian restaurant. The delicious starters, flavorful curries, and homemade naan bread make it a culinary delight. Coupled with attentive service, it is a dining experience that is sure to leave a lasting impression.

Very poor experience. We placed a takeaway order and ended up waiting for well over an hour, which is completely unreasonable. When we politely asked about the delay, the lady with glasses at the counter was dismissive and spoke rudely instead of simply apologizing or providing a proper update. Good service is not only about the food but also about how customers are treated. Waiting times can happen, but the lack of communication, courtesy, and accountability made the experience far worse. If management values their customers, they need to seriously address both efficiency and staff behaviour.

We popped into this charming little eatery for a spot of late lunch after more exploring. Thou not busy at the time, the place has a great atmosphere, lovely interiors and great staff. They have a lunchtime offer until 4pm, including some cocktails. Highly recommend this place if you fancy a lite lunch with some great cocktails. The limoncello spritz was a new one and went down a treat. Their focaccia was lite, crispy and taste lovely. Their lunchtime offer allows you to pick 3 ingredients for £7. Bargin!!

Just a great little place with super food and really cool atmosphere. It won’t break your budget either as VERY reasonable. For me, it’s recommended!

The food and the service were both excellent! I was there on a busy night once so I never truly appreciated the atmosphere and interaction with the servers. Today, I went for lunch with my hubby, and we were truly impressed with the quality and variety of the food, service and atmosphere too. It felt very homely, and the food was so comforting. Would highly recommend!

Popped in on Friday afternoon without a reservation and were lucky to get a table. Staff were great and the food was excellent - simple, tasty and reasonably priced. It is refreshing to see a restaurant that doesn’t add ‘optional’ service charges to the bill leaving you to tip the great service. Keep it up.

Mega food and lovely staff been here several times, good drinks too. Recent updates to the menu are great and I recommend the Nutella focaccia.

Been many times to Nasprias over the years (both eat in and takeaway) and always had a great experience. An ever-changing menu of pizzas (the Dolcezza is a firm favourite) with accommodating and super friendly staff. A local gem!

Great food and hospitality. The pizza reminds me of the one in Rome. You can definitely taste the tiramisu is homemade and truly Italian. The guys are so lovely.

Decent stay in the coach house here, seems recently renovated but maybe not quite finished! It's good value. The pub does great food and had great service, but maybe the chef needs to use more salt.

I recently stayed at The Old Lodge, and it was an outstanding experience. The surroundings were beautiful, and the hospitality was exceptional. Vlad, one of the chefs at the Old Fleece, truly went above and beyond to make us feel welcome and prepared a meal that was amazingly delicious. I highly recommend this place to anyone looking for a memorable stay and quality food.

I popped in from a long walk in Selsey Common for lunch - staff was really friendly and helpful and the food was absolutely delicious. I had duck breast and chocolate-orange semifreddo and it was perfect - it's a shame I had to go back next day because I probably would become a regular!!!

Really lovely place with an interesting menu and great staff. Chicken supreme was delicious as was the baked Camembert and the starter of pickled veg - lovely to see vegetables being celebrated on a menu.

We went for late lunch yesterday and we were very disappointed. When our food arrived there was only the steak, pepper sauce and a small bowl of chips, when paying £34 for a steak. We have been to the Old Fleece many times but will not go again!

I was transferred here from the ‘sister’ hotel, The Old Lodge at Minchinhampton. I had booked that hotel as I was travelling on my own and wanted somewhere to stay that was in a quiet location. The day before my stay they telephoned to say there was a problem with my room, so my booking was being transferred to The Old Fleece! He said they would put a voucher in the room as a thank you for being understanding! This didn’t happen, although the bar gave me a free £3.50 cup of coffee. What a disappointment! On a main road, no breakfast available (I was offered breakfast at The Old Lodge… but who wants to get up, pack up and drive 5 miles in the wrong direction before a meeting in Gloucester at 9.30am?!) No television in the bedroom to put me to sleep after working until 10.00 pm, and traffic noise all night. The bed was so hard it felt as though I was sleeping on the floor. There was a coffee pod machine… half full of water ( how long had that been in there) but no instructions. I don’t drink tea.. so I had to beg some instant coffee from the people I was with in Nailsworth during the evening, or I would have had no refreshment at all on the morning. It was £20 less expensive than my original booking but it was definitely not worth the money! The only saving grace was the steak salad meal which was delicious! I wouldn’t stay here again!

Excellent food and drinks. Service is amazing. A new great find

Had a lovely meal at this restaurant, the ramen was a highlight! The broth was beautifully flavoursome and good sized portions at a reasonable price. Polite, friendly serving staff also. Only downside was your female bathrooms were very dirty as pictured, give them a deep clean please.

Managed to book a private room here for 7 people, ths was a wonderfull spaced and added greatly to our experiance. Food was amazing and there was so much choise. Will 100% be going back. It was a little costly, However you get what you pay for in life and its 100% true here. Overall a great resturant.

We had a lovely meal here for my birthday last week and thoroughly enjoyed it. We were in a quieter part of the restaurant which was actually really nice and the food was fab. They even bought me a slice of vegan cake with a sparkler in for my birthday. Plenty of choice for vegans both sushi and hot!

Lovely place, easy to locate and friendly staff. Has sitting space outside with blankets!!!! How cool is that!!! And so thoughtful. I’m someone who’d always skid outside cause of the cold but here they made sure we’re comfortable

Amazing atmosphere. Been there with my 2 daughters. I Have to be honest Im eastern European and can't use a sticks . I asked our server (can't remember his name but beer arrived straight away 😅 thank you ) for cutely and had it also straight away. I just wanna say don't be afraid (I was a bit) walking in to this restaurant as you are gonna be welcomed with open arms and one of their staff will offer you menu explanation if you not sure what to order . My daughters was over the moon (they can use a sticks 😅) food as I mentioned below was delicious and Green tea with Jasmine before , during and after is A MUST.

Had lunch here to try the Ramen. Was really surprise how great the food was. Dessert was also amazing, to the lady who served us and another lady named Glaiza kudos to your excellent customer service. Highly recommended!

We took our grandchildren for a celebration exam lunch. The service was appalling, it took nearly an hour between the first person being served and the last in a party of five. The food when it did arrive was delicious. At a cost of £50 per head we expected much better service.

A fantastic evening! We had the tasting menu (vegetarian and meat) and everything was exquisite! I even mentioned it was my birthday and was given a special treat at the end of the meal. Fantastic service. Fantastic food. Thank you

Absolutely incredible experience at the Mahal. There were two of us celebrating a birthday - which we didn't specify to the staff. But towards the end they asked if we are here for a special occasion and the brought over a lovely card signed by staff and a cake on the house! We had 5 course meal with non alcoholic pairings. Each course was delicious, so pretty and the drink pairings actually worked perfectly. The staff were very kind to explain how it works and told us about each course in detail as well. Having halal meat really helped us too. The atmosphere was lovely, the interior was gorgeous and we just felt very fancy! Would definitely visit again.

Great Indian restaurant, we had gone to celebrate a birthday . It’s fine dining with great presentation and taste though I would say the malbar curry was a bit of letdown compared to my expectations . The naans are freshly made and come out straight from tandoor. The drink are great and so is the house pour wines

An impromptu lunch out in Cheltenham today took us to the amazing @themahalrestaurant .These beautiful works of art also tasted incredible. The ambience and warmness of the wonderful staff must also be mentioned. Such a gem tucked away in Montpellier, nothing was too much trouble and the food all homemade with intricate touches of decoration had to be savoured with each and every spice having it's own chance to be sensed on the pallette. We had the lunch time menu which was very reasonably priced and had something for all tastes. We will definitely be returning for one of the tasting menus which also looked delicious. I have to mention the beautiful decor too, which I should have photographed, and the hand painted flowers in the main restaurant were stunning.

The tasting menu is amazing! I also had the paired wine flight too which was brilliantly matched. Some lovely touches by the Mahal’s team to mark celebrating my birthday too. We will definitely return and would highly recommend!

More than just a meal! The combination of spices & aromas transport you to Indian. Each dish was fresh, rich and well balanced. Dishes with meat were tender and juicy, fish dishes cooked perfectly and the vegetarian dishes packed full of flavour. Everything was beautifully presented. The restaurant itself is modern with elegant decor. The service was friendly and attentive. If you like and appreciate this review please give it a like or a thumbs up so that I know what content to include in future reviews.

As a frequent visitor to this vibrant city over the last five years, I’ve had the pleasure of dining at many establishments. Yet, it wasn’t until my recent visit to “The Mahal” that I truly felt I had discovered a culinary gem. From the moment I stepped into the restaurant, I was enveloped in an ambiance that married elegance with comfort. The staff greeted me with the warmth and hospitality that one would expect from a venue of such high calibre. The menu, a testament to the chef’s expertise, offered a tasting journey that was both innovative and deeply rooted in authentic flavors. Each dish was a revelation, with the tasting menu standing out as a highlight of my dining experience. It was not just a meal; it was a celebration of the senses. The Mahal’s commitment to excellence is evident in every aspect of their service. Whether it’s a casual dinner or a special occasion, this restaurant has set a new standard for what I consider a decent meal. It’s a place I would recommend without hesitation, and I look forward to returning to what I can only describe as a culinary haven.

Went on Easter Monday and it was so quiet. The French dip sandwich was a misleading as it came in a hotdog bun but was still very tasty and filling. Steak was juicy and flavoursome the salad was actually seasoned well too. The potatoes could have been crispier in my opinion.

Hubby and I didn't have a reservation for Sunday roast, we literally walked in. Staff were lovely. Roast Dinner was absolutely fabulous with plenty of vegetables, there was no issue with "extra gravy" on the side...I love gravy! Couldn't recommend The Tavern enough for a great roast dinner in Central Cheltenham. We literally rolled out!

Ordered the French Dip, but they should call it the French Dreamy Delicious. I ate it a week ago and I'm still thinking about it. 100% written by a human because no AI can truly appreciate how good this tastes and would write a positive review so poorly. Anyway the staff are great too.

Went for lunch today and had the most epic Caesar salad!! The virgin mojitio and Rosemary salt fries were also a hit. Will definitely be back.

Had a great lunch here. Really good proce for an EPIC French Dip! Service was spot on. Great selection of beers. And £5 frozen Margaritas?!?!?! Hell Yes!

We celebrated my daughter’s 30 th birthday last Saturday at The Tavern in Cheltenham. We had the room upstairs and it was wonderful. The service was excellent and nothing was too much trouble! The waitress serving us was cheerful, helpful and professional. Sam the manager is approachable, thoughtful and experienced.Everything went so well and the food was so delicious! Would highly recommend!

We have been to the Tavern about 4 or 5 times over the past 3 years. The food is very good and the service is always good. Today we went just for a drink and it's a very welcoming place. The staff are very chatty. Worth trying for anyone who hasn't been before I went at the weekend for lunch. We both has the steak tartare for starter. Then I had the massive rack of ribs for main and my girlfriend had the lamb shank. We finished it off with a slice of cheese cake between us. Very good service and the food was very nice. We also had a nice bottle of Malbec and they serve Deya there which is a great pint. Update. I've now been to the Tavern about 10 times and it's great. I love that they use local beers. They have recently changed their menu to have a large amount of small plates but still with the option for main meals. Great food and great atmosphere. We took our 8 month old baby with us recently and they were more than welcoming.

Unrivalled dining experience! Every aspect of the evening was perfect, from the initial welcome to the final farewell, the staff know how to make your evening a delight, a sensible amount of humour with a respectful level of service, not invasive or oppressive, just brilliant. The food was just as I might have hoped for and it did not disappoint, it was so good we found ourselves sharing tastes, not something we would normally do. I can honestly say I am excited about the prospect of my next visit...which can't come soon enough. Thank you to every member of staff who make this customer experience so perfect.

This place is absolutely excellent. 5 stars in all areas! The mussels were some of the best I have ever had, incredible sauce and fantastic bread! For dessert I had a scoop of chocolate ice cream and a scoop of pistachio and saffron which was a very interesting flavour but actually really worked. Considering the outstanding quality of food served here the price is incredibly reasonable. No more expensive then pub grub yet a million times better!

The setting had a wow factor as soon as we arrived. We were greeted initially by truly outstanding friendly staff, and made to feel extremely welcome. The food was just exquisite throughout all our courses. What a jewel in the culinary crown.

Fantastic delicatessen rand unbelievable fishmongers Many home smoked and local produce avail. Great coffee house and cafe downstairs with a dedicated restaurant upstairs. Well, well worth a visit. Excellent 👌

We had dinner at the Barn in May, 4 adults, two pescatarian. It seems hard to find many good fish restaurant in Gloucestershire but this is definitely one. We had a couple of nibbles, crispy Salmon skins & padron peppers, parfait small plate, fish & chips, seafood platter, smoked platter & the artichoke plate. Everyone devoured everything, portion size was good & drinks prices reasonable. They saved the best until last with the desserts, Strawberry & vanilla tart, lemon meringue éclair & raspberry marquis. Not the cheapest with a total bill of around £180, only one drink each and one was drinking water anyway, but still felt like value for money. Location is a modern Barn conversion, as the name suggests, tastefully interior in stone. Agood evening all around.

Had the most beautiful meal! The staff were lovely they even made special treats for our anniversary, will definitely be back

We had a delicious meal for four of us. It was a real treat, and our choice of the hot fish platter was perfect. Although we could’ve done with more paper towels and finger washing bowls as it was so finger licking good! All the puddings were melt in the mouth perfect too. The staff were attentive and fun and created a great atmosphere. The restaurant was packed, and yet it seemed calm and well managed. Obviously the place to come for a posh lunch out that doesn’t break the bank. Lovely little trip to the shop and deli and fish counter downstairs too on our way out. Thankyou.

Chose this lovely pub at random for a family dinner. Excellent choice! Prebooking ensured they could seat us all at one table. Waiter immediately took drinks order and was VERY knowledgeable on product stock. (Beer and food). The meals were superb and very hot. Shall be pleased to recommend and hope to return next visit. Thanks.

Went here as wanted food. We were a bit unsure as last time we went, we had a bad experience. It is now being run by new people. Staff friendly and welcoming. We managed to get a table straight away. It was busy but they did have football on. Really good choice of food on menu. I had tikka masala and was really good. My partner said his food was really good gave it a 10, he had burger and chips. Reasonably priced. There is limited parking outside but is a car park 10 minutes walk from here or if lucky might find a place on the main Street. Would recommend and go again.

Atmosphere and general welcome was really good. Nothing was too much trouble. Menus quite varied including faggots and mash which were very tasty. Lovely pub owners, very friendly.

Highly recommend this place. 7 Hungry people, wet dog's ,went out of thier way to look after us. Great food, great staff,landlord knows how To look after you👌. Will be going again soon 👍

Great pub. Always a good choice of ales, food is good. Great to sit outside and watch Tewkesbury go past.

Food was average and we waited 45 minutes for it to be served. We were the first in the pub and placed our order straight away, so not like it was busy with lots before us. I opted for the chicken selection - southern fried strips, wings and bbq chicken melt. The strips were over cooked and just about edible, the wings were nice, the chicken melt was ....... well what can I say - a torn off piece of fillet with a blob of bbq sauce and a postage stamp size square of cheap cheese slice - not even melted. The fries were OK. My husband had the steak pie, mash and peas which was ok but nothing special. For such a nice olde world pub the food was a total disappointment. I Do Not Recommend this pub.

Very friendly staff like going back twenty years lovely pub good ale 🍻

A proper local pub, great atmosphere, friendly staff and customers, fantastic food... not cheap but well worth it. We struck lucky by being there on the one night a month that the folk group were playing.... we had a fantastic night. Thank you.

Genuinely the best "gastro pub" I've ever been to. Beautiful old pub with heaps of authentic charm serving truly outstanding food. A really well thought out menu, we ordered five dishes and each one was a winner. Roasted quail was perfect and the blood pudding was so so good. Very fairly priced for the quality, great wine list and friendly attentive service. I hear the Sunday Roast is banging, so I will get back to Cheltenham soon just to try it

Service was very nice the general manager was so kind and funny. Gave very good recommendations. The views outside are beautiful and the burger is great. Loved the small plates too... All very authentic.

Very interesting and non-conventional menu, brilliant food, it could be so much more expensive and it would still be worth it. The reason for 4 stars is because of how busy it was , so both dropped for that.

The prettiest pub, absolutely delicious food with amazing fresh/local ingredients and the friendliest team!

Our second visit to the Woolpack was just as great as the first. Lovely staff, chilled but attentive. Was very busy but still managed to feel cozy and calm. Happy they have Goram Zero on tap as feels like having a proper pint in a proper (albeit extra special) pub!"

Excellent beef and chips! Loved the way this place obviously hasn't changed for decades. The beer was excellent too!

Great little mexican place. Had a burrito, was fairly priced. Good range of fresh ingredients. Seating was clean and welcoming. Staff were knowledgeable. Would definitely go again for another Burrito 👍

Decent enough restaurant. Small burrito that wasn't cheap. it's ok.

My favourite place too just pop into when I need something too eat never once been let down can always guarantee tasty food, the portions are fantastic for the review saying they was small no they aint, they are massive and then saying taco bell is better get ur taste buds tested cause too say taco bell is better than this place is insane. The place is always clean and tidy and the staff are always lovely even hot days like yesterday, will always return.

In Cheltenham for the day. A Google search revealed Paparrito's which got good reviews so I thought I'd give it ago. I wasn't disappointed. The service was swift and friendly and the buritto amazing. Would happily go back the next time I am in the town.

The larger woman with glasses was very rude to me today and seemed to be having a bad day. Please don’t take it out on us customers and delivery drivers. Took a couple minutes to be served also as she was just gossiping with her colleague so didn’t even realise I was waiting in the store. Won’t be coming back.

An excellent establishment for those who need an inexpensive but hearty snack. I have been here twice and I can assure you that this cafe is worth your attention. Delicious food, quick cooking and the choice of filling is dependent on you. Recommendable! I would come back here again.

Easy to order, tasted fresh and balanced. Really good food! Price of £8.50 for a medium, all ingredients come in the set price. 👍🏼 Smaller, not much seating, but turnover is quick, and even on a Saturday it’s quiet.

Staff were amazing, relaxed and attentive. Brought out a birthday cake for 1 of the party which was a gorgeous, thoughtful surprise. Atmosphere was buzzy and fun. Food was decent. We had a fab experience.

The service was absolutely amazing and no complaints there. I had the sticky chicken with egg fried rice on the side and while it tasted great, I got food poisoning from it. I'm really disappointed as I've enjoyed food from this restaurant beforehand but now sadly I don't think I'll be coming back.

Excellent all around. My spicy veg pad Thai was fabulous, and everyone at the table really enjoyed their meals and beverages. Great atmosphere and staff as well!

Walked into Giggling Squid in Cheltenham with a group of friends hoping it was as good as I had heard, to cut to the chase it is, we all left laughing and thoroughly satisfied. We decided we would share everything and the menu works well for this. We ordered the Prawn Crackers which seem like an inevitability. As starters, we got the Prawns, Duck Spring Rolls, and the Caramelised Pork Belly. These were all delicious and our dinner, celebrating the publication of my 500th haiku poem was off to a flying start. “At the Giggling Squid, the entrees were fantastic! Excited for mains.” (a haiku) While we could take credit for ordering well, all of the mains were good - so I think it’s hard to go wrong here. The Massaman Beef was great and was probably my favourite pick of the night. The Crab Curry had crispy soft shell crab, well balanced spices and I loved it. The Chicken and Prawn Pad Thai was a good version of the dish. The Garlic Hake was a surprisingly good dish that I’d get again for sure, the Sticky Chicken had a lovely caramelized glaze, and the side of rotis and rice rounded out the meal super well. Their drinks list was a hit - I tried the Bitburger alcohol-free beer - it was a good low alcohol alternative for the designated driver. The others enjoyed their Raspberry Daiquiri and a particularly good Spiced Piña Colada, and a mocktail or two rounded out the mix. The service was friendly and efficient. I liked the decor and the space felt warm. I would like to thank the kitchen for their focus and expertise, all the dishes were well balanced. The waiters joked with us during their service and made us feel right at home, all guessing we were Australian pretty early on. I’ll definitely go back and it was well priced and was easy to book and relaxing to go in a group and have a lovely night out. “We all left happy, grateful for the time we spent, great food and great friends.” (Another haiku)

The venue is not dog friendly, we did sit outside with our well behaved dog. The gin and tonic came warm, the tap water was very tap.. even though we do drink tap water at home. We got the chicken and rice, whilst the rice was delicious and hot, the sticky chicken was just a coating, deep fried and greasy with not much chicken, it was warm. Managers and waiters were promising but not delivering. we sat outside and therefore neglected. the manager in glasses was in a rush to get the order in which we found very rude, we asked assistant manager in training for bill and dessert, she never appeared. the only person who made our experience delightful was Grant. he was very attentive, helpful, not rushing, felt welcomed and heard. He was very polite and listened. although he was a waiter he should be the Manager, as the manager itself didn’t show any interest in running the venue in an excellent manner. thank you to Grant for making our dinner and evening less sour, he was a great host. please keep it up Grant we will come back to see you in Managerial position as you know how to treat customers. You just know when someone cares.

Lovely place, I didn’t have food there only went for dessert as I was carving some good mango sticky rice and this one hit the spot!!

We had a wonderful evening. The food is outstanding, drinks are very good and the staff is brilliant. We will definitely come up. Thank you so much!

Great place. We went for breakfast and both had the New York Pancakes with bacon on top. Very tasty. I liked that the bacon were chunked rather than whole pieces. We had a side of hash browns which were also very good. Service was good. Dog friendly. Cool spot.

It ain't no coffee place, it's a fully fledged rest-o-raunt. Coffee not too bad, in fact it's better than a lot of stuff out there. My eggs on my benedict were well cooked, and by that we're not talking overdone, we're talking cooked well. We're also talking cost effective pricing so why are there only three stars showing? It's all down to my personal preferences and Revival can't cater to what they're not aware of. Latte served in a glass is a no no. Latte served without a swirly is a no no. Give me a spoon that looks like Uri Geller's had a go at it is a no no no. Benedict served on a roof tile........ other than that.......

Really friendly staff, tasty and reasonably priced food. Relaxed atmosphere- will return the next time we are in Cheltenham!

We had a great time dining here—it made our visit to Cheltenham feel quite the adventure. The owner, staff, and even the customers were all really friendly. Lovely food, and it was so nice sitting outside, watching people go about their day.

First time trying this cafe but so pleased I did! The staff were absolutely lovely. The drinks and food came so quickly! Special mention to Emma who was a delight to deal with. Would highly recommend for some quick, easy and tasty food. Kids portion was just right for my 3 year old daughter who ate every bite! Apparently they were understaffed but you would never have known!

A wonderful find. The staff were so friendly and efficient without being over powering. The food was promptly served and delicious. Great value for money. Well done. We will be back next time we are back in Cheltenham!

Nice and clean place with free wifi food is amazing definitely recommend!

Food was very nice, spacious area with 2 floors. Nice on a sunny day and liked the brunch options

Great spot to have lunch, sunny day fold back windows open cold drinks and lovely food just watching the world go by! Quick friendly service and clean and tidy.

It was incredible. Loved the atmosphere and it you are looking for great food, you have found it. Spending time with my daughter but I have not visited Curio since 2019. It was as good as I remember it. Thank you

Popped over to Stroud for a day out book shopping. Loved the Gloucester lounge so popped in Curio. Really good service, took my allergies seriously and advised me on other options I could have. Or though busy they served me quickly and I thoroughly enjoyed my meal.

Love the layout of this place, it has a great atmosphere. A extensive menu with lovely sounding dishes - if you can't pick one, you're likely to find it in the tapas section (3 for £12.75). The nasi goreng was delicious!! Nice touch that the dogs were able to come in too 😊👌

Excellent staff, really welcoming. Dog friendly, Willow loved all the fuss and attention. Food was delicious, well presented, tasty and good portion size. Definitely worth visiting if your in Stroud.

I have visited this restaurant many times, each time the food is delicious. There is a variety of vegan foods aswell as gluten free. The vegan dishes are amazing and full of flavour. The restaurant is decorated nicely and they have a rustic sort of vibe going. The tables have QR codes that allow you to order online to your table if you don't want to speak to anyone, which is great, and the wait for food is never more than 30 minutes.

Some starters were ok, some not so, the salmon sizzling dish came burnt and overcooked with no salad, just an empty plate to help yourself had to ask for the salad which was brought out in a hot plastic takeaway container 🤦‍♂️. Madras main was quite tasteless, and no heat was very bland. Side dishes were slightly better. Garlic nan was the best 👌 light and airy. Service was pretty poor. They struggled to get the correct drinks. Bottled water on the table but warm. Even when ordered a cold bottle, it still came warm as none in the fridge. What is the point. Won't be rushing back.

Lovely food and service. Thank you for. Great evening! Our favourite Indian in the Cotswold!! We will be back next year for a yearly dinner here from London :)

Lovely restaurant. Great food, great service & helpful, friendly staff. We visited during our short stay in Cirencester & wanted a quick dine-in service. We arrived about 45 mins before closing, but they were very happy to accommodate us.

We thoroughly enjoyed our first time visit to this restaurant during our short stay in the Cotswolds. The food was delicious and superbly prepared and presented. The manager and the service were excellent. We are grateful for the tip (thanks Jasmin 😉). We can highly recommend this location for great Indian cuisine. 5/5 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻🙏

We went to Rajdoot for dinner. As a big curry fan I was excited to see what Rajdoot had to offer and after an incredibly long waiting time (an hour plus), we were finally served. We ordered Chicken makhni, pulao, paneer butter masala, Bhindi masala and garlic naan.The food when I came was exceptionally good, I had the chicken Makhani and the taste was rich and smooth the way I like it. However, the paneer butter masala gravy was quite sweet and the bhindi masala was lacking flavours too. The garlic naan bread was not the best I’ve had as it lacked some of the flavour. The staff were not particularly impressive and left much to be desired. I’ve come to expect but ultimately the meal was a good one and to be recommended provided you have the time to spend waiting to be served..

Extremely poor experience. The staff were rude, racist and dismissive, and the food quality was more than poor. Would not recommend this place at all. Please stay safe

Visiting Cirencester, would definitely recommend and come back again, prawn goan curry was delicious!

The hotel is marketed as a 5-star hotel with a luxury experience but didn’t meet expectations at all. Recently visited with my family and booked a Manor Suite and a Traditional dog-friendly room. Both rooms were not cleaned during our stay, with bathrooms not being cleaned, used mugs not replaced, towels not being refreshed, and no hoovering/Vacuuming of the rooms. When asked to clean the rooms, only the towels were changed. There were also signs the traditional room was not cleaned before our arrival: human hair was found in the shower and tablets next to the bed. The shower had black mould, that’s easy to clean, and the toilet door couldn’t close. The only positive is that the beds are comfortable. The restaurant was also disappointing. Service was very slow. Food was average, with some of the meals being very salty. Staff are friendly and are kind to dogs. Wouldn’t recommend if you’re looking for a luxury experience.

I booked a stay here as a surprise for my boyfriend and we had the best time! We were given a free upgrade for our room, which was such a lovely surprise. The room was spotless, spacious, and really comfortable. The customer service was amazing , every staff member we spoke to was so friendly and helpful, and they really made us feel welcome from the moment we arrived. The spa facilities was relaxing and exactly what we needed for a peaceful getaway. It was a shame that only one of us was able to have a treatment - one of the massage therapist had an accident, which is understandable as I work in the beauty industry. Love the location, we took a pleasant 2 hour stroll to the Cheltenham Racecourse. Couldn’t have asked for a better experience!

As a Canadian visiting the Cotswolds, I was absolutely delighted with my stay at Ellenborough Park. The hospitality team are outstanding - genuinely warm, attentive, and eager to make every guest feel cared for. Nothing was ever too much trouble. Special thanks to the bar and restaurant team for their impeccable service and charm, and to Laura in the spa for a truly blissful Japanese Head Spa treatment. I stayed in Room 5, located in the original manor house. It was spacious and beautifully furnished, with a very comfortable bed and a large bathroom featuring both a bath and separate shower. Naturally, as with any historic building, the floors slope and creak a little - but that’s precisely what gives the place its character and charm. The food was excellent, with the team happily accommodating any dietary or personal preferences. Before booking, I had read a few of the less flattering reviews and wondered what to expect. Having now experienced Ellenborough Park for myself, I can only say those comments are utterly misplaced. The property is beautifully maintained, clearly signposted, and staffed by attentive, capable people who are always nearby to assist. Thank you to everyone at Ellenborough Park for such a relaxing and memorable stay. It’s a truly special place, and I look forward to returning. You are fortunate to have such a great team here.

Very scenic area with plenty of hiking, biking; Cheltenham Racecourse and easy walk. Included breakfast has a lot of variety and choices. Afternoon tea served near the fireplace in an ancient room was perfect and dinner was well done. Excellent and helpful staff. Room was comfortable and had it's own patio.

Stayed here for one night and was an absolute perfect stay. I don’t understand the comments saying it’s not a 5 stars, maybe people should travel more? Service is great, room service works like any 5 stars, the room is amazing and comfy. Only comment to improve is lack of toiletries.

I enjoyed a lovely half day spa day - very reasonable indeed. Highlights for me where Lana at the spa. I thoroughly recommend her for massage, she's fantastic! Thank you Lana!!! The sauna, steam room and hot tub area is pretty busy so not very relaxing and the lack of changing facilities in the spa is odd. An outside walk to the outside pool wasn't for me either... but lunch in the hotel, plus a mocktail, was excellent. Thanks!

Amazing and beautiful historic hotel. Staff are very nice and helpful. Had a training there and really enjoyed our time there. Beds are super comfortable. Service is outstanding.

We had dinner at Téatro as we were staying at Ingleside House. Lovely decor and friendly service with a good garden area. We ate inside and started with a good Twice Baked Cheese Souffle, with Gouda Cheese Sauce and a Burrata with Heritage Tomatoes. Mains were a delicious Native Breed Pork Chop cooked on the Josper grill and the Moules Mariniere, with sourdough. And to finish a sticky toffee pudding with vanilla ice cream.

We had an amazing steak dinner here – the food and drinks were absolutely delicious. After our meal, we were invited into the bar area, where a very talented pianist played for us for the rest of the evening. A lovely place to dine and enjoy quality time with your loved ones while in Cirencester

Delightful place for dinner. Really nice atmosphere, very friendly and efficient staff. There was excellent live music on (a friday night) which added to the ambience. A small but well put together menu with lots of options. There was a mix up with two of our main courses but this was rectified immediately and didn’t detract from an excellent evening. Would really recommend a visit.

It could have been an off day for them, but unfortunately nothing went well for our booking. The food and drink were not special and we had to send back 2 steaks because they were undercooked and not what was ordered. The manager tried to make up for the obvious sub par food being served. It was a special birthday celebration and the meal fell flat.

Popped in for a coffee and told that chef wasn’t serving anything from the kitchen even though it was advertised till 10.30. Coffee was great a pleasure to sit in the leafy gardens.

This was such an amazing gem, food was so nice, staff were great, and the pianist at 9pm was just brilliant. Thanks

Stunning place to eat, drink, socialise or enjoy the live music! Just loved my evening here. One of the house musicians was the highlight ✨

This was our first trial for this steakhouse so that we chose the promoted lunch set to see the kitchen’s level to decide whether we can try better steaks here next time. The setting up was good and the service was very welcoming and nice. Generally speaking, we would like to give 8 of 10 for the food because the portion of the 8 oz Rump steak was too dry and chewy and you can see very clearly from the picture. I guessed the chef didn’t coat the outside steak with olive oil enough and the fire was not that well controlled…And the mushroom sauce should not be over runny like this for steak. After we told the service team, they did ask us whether we need them to recook for us which was a very good attitude. Other foods like Pork belly, Beef Carpaccio and British famous sticky Toffee pudding were quite nice.

Great Steakhouse. We went for lunch and decided to have the set course option, 3 courses for £23 which was great value. The had a wide selection of steaks and other mains so will definitely be back for an A la Carte steak. A nice and relaxing lunch experience.

As a vegetarian, choosing a steakhouse wouldn’t normally be my first instinct but I’m so glad I did! I went with my husband for his birthday lunch. The vegetarian options were not just a token afterthought; they were genuinely delicious and thoughtfully prepared. I was honestly impressed. What really made the evening even better was the outstanding service from our waiter attentive, friendly, and made us feel truly looked after. And let’s talk about the pudding… absolutely to die for! The perfect sweet ending to a surprisingly brilliant meal. Definitely one of those places where everyone—meat-eater or not—can enjoy something special. Can’t wait to take the family there when they visit next.

I got the beef burger with bone marrow and my family were sharing a big steak together. The meat was lovely and very nicely cooked! The chips were nothing special and the lemon tart was sadly not the best. The atmosphere is nice but it was lacking in coat hanger/bag dropping locations and the service took quite a long time with having to ask to get our plates taken for dessert. The white port was lovely and overall it was nice!

The atmosphere and decor were excellent, creating a great setting for our meal. Unfortunately, our server mixed up the starters, so we had to wait longer for the correct ones. The beef croquettes were underwhelming and lacked flavour. For the main course, we shared the chateaubriand—the steak itself was delicious, but the sides were disappointingly small. Four small Hasselback potatoes for two people didn’t feel like a sufficient portion.

Evening meal with a colleague, we didn't book, but we were found a table almost immediately. The service was impeccable, with helpful and attentive staff. The food was good and we didn't feel rushed. Was easy to spend a few hours with good food, from the starters to dessert. (Would recommend you do keep some space for a dessert)

As a passionate food photographer and hospitality student, I visited this restaurant mainly to take some food photos – and I let the staff know when I arrived. They were very welcoming and supportive, which I really appreciated! I took pictures of my drink and the steak I ordered, and I’ve added those photos to this review. The presentation was beautiful and perfect for photography – and the food tasted just as amazing as it looked. The steak was cooked perfectly and full of flavor. The staff were friendly and professional, making the whole experience even more enjoyable. As someone studying hospitality, I really noticed and valued their great service. Highly recommend this place – especially if you love food, photography, and good vibes!

Popped by based on other reviews and glad I did. Great selection of hand pulled beers at the bar at the front but the best is yet to come. Walk through to the beer garden and the bbq ‘tiki’ shack and smell the fantastic Greek based food on offer. I had the lamb served with potatoes and a super fresh Greek salad buffet. Great taste and so tender - the chef knows just how to get the best from the meat. Others were having steak, burgers and lasagne plus there’s grilled fish (inc swordfish) as well. Truly a great little pub serving something different from the mainstream food offering. Make sure you try it out. If people don’t support these great places they will just disappear.

This is a charming little backstreet pub with a great selection of locally brewed ales. Due to its proximity to the football ground, I came here suggested by some regulars & it was a good call. Upon arrival it was obvious I was not local myself, but I was made to feel immediately welcome which enabled me to relax & enjoy it. If you're in the area, let the lager boys disappear to Spoons & check this hidden gem out instead. I particularly recommend the mango IPA - lovely stuff!

Fantastic summer barbecue food with delicious salads. Greek dishes are delicious. Tables are limited in the small beer garden so best to book. Good value for money and generous portions

The walk from the town centre was well worth the effort. Good selection of real ales. I had a couple of pints of HPA, which was excellent. Well kept beers and convivial surroundings.

We have been going to the Kemble for years. Caron the current landlady and her staff always give great service and the food and ales and wines they serve are reasonably priced and top quality. We decided that a Sunday BBQ lunch was just what was needed after we got married that day. They danced attention on us and even gave us a complimentary bottle of Champagne. What's not to like.

Great (small) pub with some nice beers. Little beer garden at the back with barbecue which cooked me a fantastic ribeye steak. Everything reasonably priced too! Everything I like, and the sun was shining too!

Absolutely love this pub. The food is to die for and very well priced for what is offered. Prices in the bar are good too. A lovely little outdoor oasis where Mediterranean bbq's are held during the summer months. A real gem!

Quirky cafe at the rear of the garden centre. Good menu options and all food seems to be made to order. Very attentive staff. Our sandwiches were very good. Much of the seating is on benches, admitted nicely cover with furry throws, in an extension tent.

Garden centre gorgeous and staff knowledgeable and helpful. Tea room equally gorgeous with polite and helpful staff, 3rd visit, always great! Shout out to Luke and Shanna who were lovely on Thursday 😊

Soft play, lovely café, affordable. And great garden centre to boot. Can't beat it

2nd time I've come here with the cycling club. Absolutely fantastic service, given a secure space to leave our bikes, staff so polite, food arrives quickly and tastes amazing. My new favourite cafe!

Had the most amazing birthday afternoon tea! Beautiful hand made cakes, scones and sandwiches which were thoroughly delicious! The staff were amazing also, nothing was too much trouble and lovely guys. Would absolutely recommend and will be returning for more delicious cakes :)

Nice place and friendly staff in the garden section and in the tea shop. Prices are as expected in any tea shop these days, but I'd like to mention the excellent value of a pot of tea. And I was asked if I'd like the pot topped up. They also operate a loyalty card in tea-room.

First time visit. Went for breakfast and a walk around this quirky garden centre. Excellent food, dog friendly, and the staff were superb. Will definitely go back

Where do I start...? super friendly and helpful staff, lovely atmosphere and the food was excellent! Lovely crispy batter on the fish, not greasy at all. Chips beautifully cooked, crispy and fluffy and not soggy in the slightest. Curry sauce was also good. Excellent fish and chip lunch. Will definitely come again. I don't think I've seen them eat so much!

Got a takeaway haddock and chips with curry sauce. Haddock was good size tasty and had crispy batte , good chips and tasty warm curry sauce. Comes with free tartare sauce which was also good. Quick and friendly service (Note the crushed peas in the photo were homemade)

Absolutely fantastic service, some of the best fish and chips I’ve ever had. I don’t eat fish but it was fantastic. We arrived after they had shut and they still served us and gave it to us on the house. 100% would recommend, lovely people, lovely food, amazing atmosphere!

I did a click and collect order yesterday having not visited before - I was greeted by name, and a smile, and received prompt service. The food itself was lovely, good portions sizes, and complimentary tartar sauce. The various garnishes were also a great touch! I'll definitely be back :)

Great 👍 place Great Food the fish fresh and chips perfect 👌

Travelling on the road for work and gigs, you can't beat a good fish and chips, especially when it's cold out there. Cheltenham and Gloucester have a fair number of chippies but when out that way, this is the one I generally return to. More of a traditional chippy with pickled onion too, unpretentious with friendly staff, not over done but still crispy battered cod and fluffy chips which are never oily. Bonus, especially for the Cheltenham area is parking is free from 6.30pm in nearby car park or street and had a small eating-in area.

This place was great! Came recommended by a coworker and I'm glad I went. Was promptly greeted by friendly staff and the food was ready in minutes. Crispy, delicious fish and thick chips. They even asked if I wanted malt vinegar, which I happily accepted. They had a few tables in the back so I ate there. Highly recommend stopping by!

A really small shop located on the docks. I had three fillings for 4.99 and it was delicious! Really small little shop and I hope it continues in business. Super tasty and reasonably priced. Friendly service. More of a take away shop.

Small shop with a polite and pleasant gentleman manning it. The toastie was perfect. Would highly recommend and be back if I was in the area

Just fantastic. Honest food great prices all served by the passionate proprietor who has taken the humble toasty to the highest possible expression of cheesy fillings between two slices of bread. Ignore the food dock (don't but I am sticking to rhetoric). Avoid the monotonous chains of Gloucester docks where you will pay more for far less. Go to On Toast for a proper pressed sandwich.

Great little business, friendly chef/server and good choice of toasties. Had the Spring Lamb Toasty - a little messy but delicious! Would appreciate more pricing on the menu and the interior could do with a little tidying, but I’d be more than happy to go back :)

Small toastie shop tucked away on the water front. You order from the doorway and they have lots of options (good balance of meat and vegetarian, no vegan that I saw unfortunately). Friendly staff member prepared 4 toasties quickly and they were really good. Tasty, well toasted and packed with fillings - not so much to be tricky to eat though.

Cannot fault at all. Seriously, if you're by the quays and love toasted sandwiches with a twist and which are well-stuffed, then go. Even if you aren't into toasties, I'd still say go. David the proprietor and master toastie maker was a delight, the prices are crazy reasonable for the sheer amount you get, and the toasties are unreal. Just go, you will not be disappointed!

Really nice food, friendly owner, reasonable prices, highly recommend this place. Especially the hunters chicken toastie! Very tasty!

My family and I came here for the first time, and we truly enjoyed both the delicious food. We ate chicken, cheeseburger and lasagne, and we’re pleased with Suat Bey’s warm hospitality.The hygiene rating was 4 out of 5 — of course, we would have preferred a 5, but we still had a pleasant experience and would recommend it.

Today I visited this place for the first time and I was pleasantly surprised by the friendly staff, calm atmosphere and delicious food. I was craving a dessert so I went for the deep pan apple pie and the lovely waitress Irem said I could choose what ice cream to get, so I naturally went with vanilla 🤭 The food menu looked very tempting and I saw some great vegetarian/vegan options, so I’ll definitely come back in the future and try more from their food menu! Overall I recommend this place, there were lots of couples and families there so I can tell it’s a hot spot for locals 🙌🏼

A very relaxing and pleasant experience. Folks, if you're ever in Cheltenham, take a moment to try the full English, feeling grateful and content. Even received a complimentary mince pie. Absolutely fantastic. Cheers for the experience, guys. Look forward to visiting again soon.

Great little cafe in Cheltenham when you want a good amount of food without one of the big chain restaurants, turns out the Sherlock crew descended on the place at one point too. Good service and yummy food, I had the soup and it comes with pre buttered crusty bread for a good price, ideal. I'll go back if I'm in the area again.

It's a well known place in Cheltenham, everyone is welcome here. Staff are always helpful and attentive. They filmed a scene of Sherlock Holmes in here. Food is good value, and they offer a good big English breakfast.

Lovely, friendly staff, warm welcome. Quick service. Delicious food at a reasonable price. Will definitely be back. Thank you 😊

Nice cafe. Great portions and friendly staff. Milkshake was delicious!! It's really good that they have a smaller portion of the English breakfast too. But they had deflated red balloons hanging off the lights which looked a bit odd, it would have been better if they got rid of those entirely.

I cannot recommend enough, we held our Granddaughters Christening reception at the Abbey Parish Hall adjacent to the Touching Souls Tearroom, catering provide by them, absolutely beautiful buffet, homemade cakes, quiches and a fabulous choice of sandwiches.. also tea, coffee and soft drinks. Really reasonably priced and nothing was too much trouble. 5 ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐

The cafe itself is OK but we arrived at 10 am there yesterday,there were 3 people outside waiting to go inside and 2 staff inside who didn't seem to be doing much, they finally let us in at 10.15 am. They knew we were all outside waiting , no apology or no good morning from the girl who opened the door.... an old lady greeted the girl with 'good morning' the girl just glared and ignored her ...so rude. I would not usually write a bad review but it's not the 1st time we have noticed the Staff don't seem to want to be there, on the last occasion served toast came out as nothing more than hot bread Shame because it really is a lovely spot and could be really nice with the right staff.

Visited here whilst in Tewksbury and was looking forward to a lovely lunch after viewing the abbey, sadly very disappointing! We ordered 2 jacket potatoes, a toastie and soup of the day. The jackets were ok but a bit over cooked, the toastie was nothing special but the soup was very disappointing and cold! Went we went back in to ask for it to be heated up, we didn’t even get an acknowledgment from the staff, very poor!

Given the mixed reviews on here about this tea room, we were prepared to give them a chance as we would be supporting the church. However I wish we hadn't bothered. The service is still just as bad as reported by others, and the choice of food is poor. We had to wait over half an hour for poor quality white bread sandwiches (they hadn't got any brown bread). Big news though, they now have a working coffee machine !

Terrible, not one for writing negative reviews but will make an exception for this place firstly unwelcoming staff, limp unbuttered warm bread masquerading as toast cold I mean cold sausages at this point took back to reheat which was dumped unceremoniously back on my table without one word in way of an apology ........Bad-Very bad.

After a visit to Tewksbury Abbey we nipped in here for some food. Highly recommended is the large portion of beans of toast and I had a bottle of spring water. Very nice and my wife had a warm tea cake and a can of pop. All for £8. Bargain.

Conveniently situated just outside Tewkesbury Abbey, this is a spot for a drink and a light bite. There is a selection of cakes as well as baked potatoes and sandwiches. There is a ramp for wheelchair access and toilets just as you enter the café. It is functional and open when other cafés are closed.

Absolutely fantastic fine dining restaurant, all of the food is well thought out. This was the second time visiting and wasn't disappointed, having a wife who's picky what she eats, not knowing the menu suits us both as we've never been disappointed. The decor and atmosphere is really nice, all of the staff are great and the wine pairings are really thoughtful and makes such a difference to the meal. I can't recommend this restaurant enough, a must go to if visiting for a weekend.

Thank you Matthew for a brilliant dining experience. The menu was secret but delicious. The whole experience was a pleasure. The staff friendly and knowledgeable. The menu was created with passion and thought. Each course was a treat. If you want a culinary treat then this is definitely worth visiting. If you do say hello to Matthew through the service hatch, he can be seen cooking from the restaurant. He is a highly skilled chef who works with a big smile on his face.

Matt (Owner) and Jonathan (Restaurant Manager) are amazing! I took my youngest daughter (nearly 13) out for dinner as she wanted to try some seafood. The results were stunning and the dining experience will be remembered for years to come. Thanks guys for making our night so special 👍

My partner and I dined here for my partner’s 30th birthday. I had the vegetarian menu and my partner had the regular one; I had only soft drinks and my partner had some alcoholic drinks. Overall this was a great evening; one of our best fine dining experiences. The vegetarian dishes were excellent and didn’t feel like worse versions of the meat dishes which is sometimes the case in some restaurants. Same with the soft drinks, which weren’t too sweet. I finished every glass without an issue! The staff was very nice and obviously passionate about their work. Honestly nothing negative to say except the prices, but that’s to be expected in fine dining restaurants! Definitely recommend and would go there again :)

Loved it. Great hosting and amazing food. Those little plates accumulate! Thank you very much

Second visit and a second delightful evening. Interesting menu and entirely different from our last visit. I tried the non-alcoholic flight this time and it didn't leave me feeling like I'd missed out, just like they promise. Interesting and well paired with the dishes.

A truly magical dining experience. We have been twice now (no duplication of dishes) and it’s a really special meal, but the staff make it more than just a meal. Creative, attractive and delicious food. We have done both the wine pairings and the non-alcoholic pairings and they’re both fantastic. The sommelier is knowledgeable and a joy to chat to. We will be making up special occasions just so we can visit again. A gem.

This is a very unique and interesting place; they serve, beverages (strong coffee), cold and warmed snacks, and……a vast selection of good quality plants 🌱. It’s a really wonderful place and I would recommend anyone visiting Cheltenham to pop in and say hello. We had coffee and a delicious French cheese sandwich with a splendid tomato base. 😎

It's a small coffee shop, mainly for takeaway. In my opinion, the coffee beans are slightly over-roasted. However, the two girls behind the bar are very cheerful and friendly

Had a lovely coffee, seated outside. Visiting from Australia for a few days. Sadly didn’t have any change to leave a tip but glad to be able to leave a good review. Very friendly service. Just around the corner from the Arts & Crafts museum, which sadly is closed on Mondays.

A quaint little place in the backstreets of Cheltenham. They are dog friendly too which is always a bonus. A very small place however great if you can get a seat. The coffee was really a delight, not too strong which was a pleasant surprise!! Great, friendly service with a smile!

Lovely coffee shop tucked away from the busy high street. Great coffee, nice chat with owner, and a relaxing quiet spot to sit. Mostly seating outside but under the sturdiest umbrella/ canopy I have ever seen (no worries re. rain). They open earlier than 9am, and have inspired me to get drawing again with their beautiful display of plants inside.

Lovely refreshing atmosphere with plants for sale. Only had the paninis and the jacket potatoes here before and they were soo tasty (just enough filling, not too much and not too little). Welcoming staff.

My go to place in Cheltenham for great coffee, tasty lunches and good conversation with the owner. The collection of plants is something else as well! If you haven't been yet, you really should!

Great mexican restaurant with delicious food. Good range of vegetarian food and big portions. Only one member of staff working front of house so service was slow but she was friendly and polite. Reasonably priced and good quality. Strong cocktails! We would visit again.

Superb food and excellent service! Very tasty meal for one; taco, burrito and a cheesecake to finish. All tasted fantastic and served nicely - tortillas all hand made (i suspect) which adds just that bit extra. Only 3 stars for atmosphere as i walked in at 1800 on a Tuesday, not typically a busy time, so can’t give a good answer! Thank you 👍

Great food (proper mexican!), cocktails and atmosphere. My favorite restaurant in Stroud so far!

This is honest to god the best steak ive ever had. Ive had some insane Steaks aborad in france/spain/Germany, and had hundreds of Steaks in the UK. This is the very first steak ive had that is superior to any other. The cost does not represent the quality and care that the chef here has put into his food. This place needs to be filled every night, words dont describe the quality to cost value. The most hidden secret you're ever going to find. Have to also mention staff and chef are really kind and fun to interact with, we spent half an hour after paying just conversing with the team.

Lovely meal at Casa Sabor last night. 5 of my friends and myself had a very nice evening here and would definitely be coming back. Nice tasty food, cute areas to sit, love the music they played, all good👍👌

Lovely evening at Casa Sabor last night. The food was delicious, beautifully fresh and well made, I took advantage of the Taco Tuesday deal. Staff were friendly and efficient and the owner was welcoming and charming. Highly recommend for a relaxed evening with both friends and family, there is something on the menu for absolutely everyone.

We popped in for dinner at the end of the night, staff were friendly & food was lovely! We had birria beef fries, corn ribs, rice & empanadas, everything was delicious. Lots of different sized meals for whatever sized meal you have room for. Thanks again!

How is this place not more well known? The softplay at the charity is amazing - my kids love it! Definitely worth a visit to try the softplay facilities and there is a nice cafe that you can stay at upstairs after. If you are in the Innsworth, Churchdown or Longlevens area definitely worth a visit!

Had an omelette, was very nice with fresh salad. Will definitely be returning.

First visit - absolutely superb! Great place to take pre-school children - lots of toys to play with.

Great coffee and toast by the Chef Ash. Very nice and clean the environment. He did really good job. Thank you for the breakfast.

Good freshly cooked food, lots of seating, lots of toys and books for children

Ash and the staff did amazing food I would definitely say its 10 out of 10

Excellent food, great value for money.

Excellent selection of products , good parking,, highly recommended fresh produce… laundrymat, parcel delivery and returns services, charity shops also within the carpark boundaries… no need to go anywhere else

Visited Up Hatherly, Cheltenham today. It was the first time I've ever visited this store. We genuinely didn't even notice they were closing, whilst deciding for 5-10 minutes which coffee beans for our new coffee machine. Anyway, long story short, at 4:05pm we walked over to grab something else we needed but was greeted by the rudest, borderline passive-aggressive and argumentative female staff watching us and loudly stating "no, you don't have time to get anything! you need to leave..... NOW!". We were like WOW, Jesus's... is there a fire?? We only wanted to grab a pack of biscuits, jeez! So anyway, we went to pay, (or rather me as my partner refused to buy her biscuits out of principle) but was yet again met by a string of damm right rude staff along the way. Said to a female manager (of sorts) on the way out near the exit that EVERY member of staff from the far end of the shop, to where we were stood, had an attitude problem and was rude,... she appologised and seemed surprised. Then IRONICALLY, a random woman on the kiosk butts into my conversation and says, with attitude, "ACTUALLY, I announced we were closing 3 times". I politely said we didn't actually hear this.. Like WOW, I know this isnt Harrods, but we won't be returning here again... grumpy, bad culture with nasty vibes... would rather shop anywhere but here lol. Still trying to figure out if the staff hate their jobs, their customers, or their manager - But clearly it's at least one ! If you want to know what your staff attitudes and customer service skills are REALLY like, then send someone in at closing time. No wonder Morrisons isn't doing well tho.

Popped in for some ready meals but found it quite limited compared to Asda and Sainsburys. The disabled parking is a bit of a distance from the entrance and you have to cross the busy carpark exit.

Please don't take are deli counter a way it's the only one place we can get are cooked meats daily from that is cut to are needs and is fresh and if you live on your own you can get 1si

I left today somewhat annoyed. Whenever I visit, the customer service isn’t exactly great but it never stopped me shopping there. The bit I get annoyed at is that you need your Morrisons card on you to redeem multibuy offers. I’d forgotten my card so tried log into my account online to get the details up, there was no signal and their WiFi was terrible. When I finally got through the website wouldn’t work and kept crashing. So I asked at the checkout if there was a way they could get it up in the tills but was told they couldn’t. I gave up and went elsewhere. A multi buy offer is a multi buy offer, certain other supermarkets don’t do it so why am I being forced to use a card to “activate” a discount? Particularly when they charge more than other supermarkets…

Visited 28/1 at 5.30pm and virtually no food left on the shelves, was like shopping in a war zone. The last few times I have been it was the same so will not waste my time again and will use other Supermarkets that actually want to sell food to customers!

Had the over 60's £5 breakfast deal great value ,special to lady serving she was amazing very busy will be back again 👍☕

Never been here before but it was recommended so we gave it a try. Menu was varied and prices reasonable, we all chose the chorizo toast which took about 10 minutes to arrive after we found a seat (though it went on a brief detour as wrong buzzer number on ticket) food was delicious and disappeared quickly. We then decided on cake as we were here to celebrate 2 birthdays and that didn't disappoint either. Would we visit again? Most definitely yes

Great atmosphere, great service… Just very expensive. There’s definitely a particular clientele that they’re wanting to attract. If you like great quality and don’t mind paying, it’s really not bad at all!

The most delicious bakery - a must visit!!! Great coffee, pastries and they do really great sit in food. Excellent catering for gluten free too, including really yummy GF waffles! The staff are really lovely and you can pop into the butchers next door to get some great bits for cooking at home. Highly recommend.

Stopped off on our motorhome trip for breakfast, to discover a great site offering food, bakery, butcher and deli. We had a breakfast burrito and eggs benedict with cappuccinos in the outside seating area, while the heavens opened. Also, bought a couple of ribeye steaks and pork chop that barbecued brilliantly later as well as a lovely loaf. Very dog friendly as well, even in the shops.

Stopped by here on the way up to Worcester and was a good middle ground to charge the car. The EV chargers are great - need to download the app, but works a treat and very fast! Ordered the GF waffles which was delicious. And my mum had the Croque monsieur, the chips that came with were delicious. Looking forward to visiting again!

Average atmosphere, lacklustre service and inflated prices. No doubt the croissant is tasty but over £11 for two cups of tea and a croissant eaten sat next to an almost dead olive tree in a slightly mouldy and over dry pot, really is not acceptable. If you can, try other places as this place is getting complacent.

Pastries and coffee are nice. The vibe is nice. However did not enjoy the eggs Benedict. My brioche toast was only toasted on 1 side,which meant it was soggy ,the ham hock terrine does not really go with the warm parts. Overall nice place, but disappointed with the food. Not on a par with woodcraft in Cheltenham.

We held a birthday party here. Steve replied to all enquiries and provided a great service. They even took care of the decorations. The buffet was superb and nothing skimped. It seemed really nice they all really enjoyed providing the hospitality. Thanks Chris & Alex. Thank you Steve and Jools

Julie and Steve have the best food and hospitality. We were only passing through but would definitely return if we are ever in the area. Great value, delicious food.

Called in here on Saturday for a drink with my wife and a friend having seen their posts on Facebook. We sat in the courtyard garden and ordered drinks from the young, but highly capable staff. We saw others having lunch and, seeing the quality coming out of the kitchen, decided we would too. We ordered the bacon, brie and cranberry sandwich which came with crisps and coleslaw and two prawn cocktails. They were all delicious! This place is also dog friendly and our dog was offered a gluten free sausage on the house. We also met the owners who came over to have a chat. All in all this was a fantastic experience and I would highly recommend a visit.

Absoloutely beautiful place , amazing food so delicious and really nice to be able to chat to the chef... she was a real gem ! I would highly recommend to anyone , warm atmosphere and everyone is so welcoming, a hidden treasure in Stroud. Julie and Steve thank you , it was a pleasure and we will definitely be returning !

We first stumbled across this restaurant during the fringe festival back in August when we moved here. We liked it so much, we went back on the second day. We've been back to visit a couple of times since and everything is as perfect as it was then. The customer service is always outstanding, the food is super scrummy, we just wish you were open more often! Thank you for your amazing hospitality and super tasty food!

Great drinks, reasonably priced, and so much more. The owners Julie and Steve are so friendly and are truly special. I came into town on foot with two bags on my shoulders and stopped in for Wi-Fi and a beer. I ended up talking with them for over an hour just laughing away. They called me a cab so I wouldn’t have to walk to my air B and B. I felt so welcomed, tourists and locals alike must check out this place!

More than just a pub. A community venture. Julie and Steve have created a haven for the people of Stroud in the middle of a beautiful courtyard. Wonderful food, superb staff and a respectful atmosphere. Fabulous music and good vibrations. You won't find better in Stroud. Andrew x

What a joy to begin shopping with space to move and explore. Sadly, this soon goes as left srock containers block access later. Otherwise, it's very clean and tidy. Buying the exact same products- as I might in Tesco (never mind Aldi), proved pricier. Decent alternative range of products but not overwhelming.

I wonder if the store manager is aware that, when discounted stock is put out, the staff that put it out prevent customers from touching it until an elderly member of staff (who is never in uniform) has taken what he wants. They're also incredibly rude about it, despite the fact that he's not in uniform so he is a customer just as much as everyone else, and it happens every time we're in there in the evening!

Well I haven't seen these [Salmon Heads] before so I'm going to try them. EDIT - very little edible on them UPDATE - the café has closed as expected and been "converted" to a retail area. Looks dreadful!

What has happened to this place, shelves empty, meat section bare, hot food section bare, the whole store looks more like a mini mart than a national supermarket. I understand the cafe closing but turning it into a clearance section which no one sees until they are through the checkout and leaving. Not a very good experience and not good on the eye. You can see why the shop was not very busy.

This store has gone downhill over the years. I am a regular customer that will no longer be visiting. Regularly out of stock of items. There are a lot of different brands of the same thing but not a lot of selection. Fresh fruit quality has fallen if a cliff in the last year. It’s getting expensive when compared with the likes of Lidl and Aldi The cafe closing was the final straw. The only reason we went was for the reasonably priced breakfasts we could get before shopping. There is literally no reason to go any more.

Just been rudely kicked out when waiting for a friend outside the shop. Shop security seems bored and pass the time by harassing someone who's minding their business and just on their phone outside the shop. Coffee shop seems always closed, so there's nowhere else to sit down and wait.

Need to check fresh produce as dates are quite short on some things and items sometimes already on the turn, very poor vegetarian section, more expensive than other supermarkets, staff very low morale

Absolutely loved everything about this place. Such a cool spot to visit. Loads of high quality produce to buy. You could spend a small fortune here. Had a nice breakfast here, wasn't the biggest fan of the full breakfast but the other things we had were great. 100% a must visit if your in the Cotswolds.

Great setup…but sadly out of touch and missed the mark. The deli and shop are well stocked and set out nicely but you pay a premium but that’s understandable with locally sourced items. The restaurant was a let down. Sat down bang on 11am and was told it was only a lunch menu. Fair enough… places have their rules… but it was a minimal menu and no sign of a brunch option for those who wanted it. Very bizarre choice seeing as the restaurant was filled with people sat with cups of coffee… presumably still in a morning/breakfast mood… no surprise there. Nail in the coffin was seeing a large table served a load of pastries. The food we got was okay and good baby changing facilities. I guess my grumpy old man era has started.

A wonderful afternoon being immersed in the beautiful ambience of Daylesford. It’s like a mini village with lots of different areas to peruse. It’s all dog friendly and they have water bowls for them. We had a light lunch at the cafe which was super delicious. We watched the chef create our rosemary & garlic flat bread. It was fresh and crispy, and we loved it!! The service was very good and professional! We’re looking forward to returning in the future!!

It’s really hard to say anything negative about the whole Daylesford institution - only speaking about the products, the restaurant and garden shop. I am not here to make comments about the owners political or ethical motivations. You have to accept that the whole “farm” (it’s feels weird since it’s way more than that) is just beautiful almost uniquely build, looked after and managed. It’s not a place for nature loving simple people, it’s for the elite and the ones trying to be one. It’s whole purpose is meaningless, but the pretty looking veggies, well prepared meats, lovely smelling candles and sweet jams are there anyway and will be bought by the ones who don’t even look at prices. It‘s very hard to give something so well good looking 3 stars, but hey, I am here for my honest opinion. When standing between £7 jam and vitamin pills branded by daylesford there is no „farm“ or any nature to feel, even when stepping outside into the beautifully selected garden shop . It’s capitalism played to perfection.

Daylesford is absolutely stunning — beautifully designed, immaculate, and full of gorgeous things. It’s also wildly expensive, but that’s very much part of what you expect here. We picked up a few lovely items, but unless you’ve got family in the oil business, you won’t be doing your weekly shop. The restaurant was also excellent, with top-quality food and service — though, unsurprisingly, the prices matched the surroundings. A real treat, but definitely one for special occasions rather than everyday shopping.

Delightful farm shop with lovely products. Very pricy, but lovely to look around. I bought a gorgeous vine tomato candle and had to remortgage my house. Lots of parking outside and no queue to go in. We couldn’t get in to the restaurant as there was a queue and they had stopped serving.

I visited Daylesford Organic out of curiosity, but left with a heavy sense of disappointment. Yes, the setting is elegant and picture-perfect, but much of it felt performative — more about branding than true substance. Prices are steep even for an organic farm shop, and the presence of items like Brooklyn Beckham’s hot sauce (which lacks any visible organic certification) raises questions about how selective the brand really is when it comes to its values. What bothered me more, though, was the atmosphere. As a non-UK national with an accent, I felt quietly looked down on. The difference was subtle but clear — in London, I’ve never felt this way. Here, outside the city, I couldn’t shake the feeling that if you didn’t fit a certain image, you simply didn’t belong. This wasn’t just about customer service — it was the overall attitude. If you’re not part of the target demographic — affluent, local, and polished — you may sense it too. For me, the experience felt more like a curated lifestyle showroom than a genuine, inclusive farm shop. Not worth the detour.

I was taken to Stroud brewery by a local. I am a fan of craft beer and cider and this place will not disappoint! They have a main tab room bar. Bench style Bavarian seating with some booths and an open kitchen (serving hundreds of wood fire pizzas which looked amazing) It has welcoming atmosphere, friendly staff and a range of non beer drinks from those who aren’t beer lovers. What I liked is that there was a range of strengths in the beers served. On tap were a 0.5 and 2.5 beer to offer less boozy options. The beers made on site are great. The wheat beer special was a real highlight for me, on par with the European wheat beers in Germany / Belgium. The 2.5 season citrus beer was also very quaffable. What makes this place is community. There are postered everywhere for local clubs, bands, associations and events. My friend tells me they hosted Stroud Pride and I saw yoga, gigs, reading clubs all advertised. The outside area on the canal is well thought out and will be amazing in the summer and there is a balcony bar upstairs. (Booked for a wedding) Highly recommend as a place to spend an afternoon at the weekend. They also showed the six nations so it’s always a good place in my book ;). Will look to return when visiting again.

My first ever visit here my partner had researched to visit whilst we were walking the canal. Very different and unique and I particularly like the vibe. Plenty of posters of events on which I will be attending. We were able to order food even though it was a Saturday afternoon and found a table,ordered pizza which was very nice. Wasn't the greatest coffee I've had if I am honest could be improved. Toilets were quirky and clean. My only gripe I don't know if it had been a busy day but staff did not seem overly enthusiastic, not a single smile,even walking in and leaving passed several staff no acknowledgement,now normally I would walk right out at such things but put it down to being a Saturday afternoon,but could do with improving you never know who is walking in that door or leaving and what kind of Google reviewer they are!!😉 I will be returning though

Great place next to the canal , friendly staff , relax , spent hours without releasing that your there . Don’t go! Youl definitely will loose half a day there. Food is great ! No doubt about it but menu are alittle small but that also make it great , awesome . Go for the beers and stay for the relaxing atmosphere next to the cannel . If this review help you out if anyway shape or form please give this a thumbs up and give me a follow. This would greatly be appreciated and help me carrying on doing more review just like this ❤️👍🙏

Absolutely fantastic venue. We had the pulled pork rolls which were amazing. They even catered for vegans and coeliacs. All communication was with Ellie and she was fantastic and always ready to answer any queries. Ben made sure we had everything we needed on the day, also the bar staff were amazing.

Planned family meeting for early dinner on Saturday night. No pork or chicken dishes were available for any menu item, which limited our choices severely. The Brewery was busy and had a great atmosphere but the food experience was slightly disappointing and service was very slow, even at only 6pm. Drinks, as expected, were fine!

This Place is incredible. Really friendly staff, great food and tasty ale. Quirky decor. Generous kids portions. Great veggie/vegan options.

service terrible, waited 30mins for desert. no serviettes given with main meal and brownie had cardboard in it. response- i did tell them about the cardboard, they said sorry and walked off. yes was nice fair play to hobbs they make a great brownie.. 👍

Rough, poorly decorated sports style pub which has the worst colour scheme I have seen in a pub for some time. No food available, not really children or woman friendly. Bare with no atmosphere and completely taken over by TV screens at each end of the Bar. It’s such a shame as the location is really central the building is historic and could have been renovated in a really sympathetic way but they’ve done the opposite. The owners haven’t got a clue 🤦‍♀️ Even the owners dogs didn’t look like they wanted to be there…

Real ale in good company. A great place to relax and enjoy the atmosphere of a genuine British pub. Even though I was the only Australian in the place while the battle for the Ashes was on the telly, the banter was friendly, the locals welcoming and cheery. If you're in Stroud make sure you pop in for a pint or two.

Friendly pub, good live music scene. Will go again.

Was a really good time. We didn't stay too long, but I believe some music was being set up as we saw a car outside unloading speakers etc, atmosphere was great and that's with us missing the music. I have no doubt if we had stayed, we'd have enjoyed the whole night. Definitely give this place a try

Nice pub. Good selection of beers, ciders, ales and more. Live music normally in the main bar which has always been good whenever ive visited. Side bar opens up later in the evening with a dj and dance floor. Vibes normally good there too. Decent outside area with plenty of benches. Overall nice place to go

Brilliant pub. Staff are so polite and cheerful. The Queen Vic doesn't serve food but you are welcome to bring your own in and eat it whilst watching the Sports on Sky or BT Sports

So pleased to spend our Sunday afternoon here! Such a lovely place run by such nice people...they switched on the TV for a cricket match before the place even opened. You don't experience such a kindness often, so go there you will be delighted and you will also get value for money as a bonus!

New to me, l went to watch the fabulous, talented, friendly and very musical group ARCHALIA play so at the time the venue was of little importance.On reflection did l go a little over the top in my admiration for the group?? Anyway, back to the pub thatat had the foresight to book such a wonderful group......sorry, I can't help myself! THE PUB, nicely situated, well run, clean,not overly expensive for Thornbury and the staff seemed friendly, l will go again in the future...........did l say how good the group are, l am not being paid for this endorsement 😊👍👍👍👍👍

Came for the women's Euros, nervous as seen negative reviews. Those couldn't be any more inaccurate. What a great, welcoming local pub! 10/10 reccomend to anyone Came with two under 1s and had a blast - thank you.

Recently re-opened pub that has 2 bars that show sport on tv. There are a couple of pool tables in the bigger sports bar and steps up to the skittle alley. Live music was being held the Saturday that I visited. Also great that there is a car park for those visiting from a distance.

Breakfast, was absolutely fantastic. Cooked just how I like. Thanks for the lovely food

Good little pub with good staff and nice welcome!

I've read the negative reviews on this public house to which it was a badly run public house(pub) by the last landlord/s but now it's under new management to whom r my best friends di & merv and di has had very good experiences at running 5 to 6 or more other pubs and I wish di the best in running this pub as she knows how to the live music and karaoke di sorts out and will be absolutely fantastic like all ways and hopeful when the kitchen is done then the food will be worth trying as it will be absolutely great and the pub will have a nice welcome by di herself and the pub will be yet another well run pub by my friends di and merv I highly recommend you visit the pub to see for your self i am not sure when the next live music is on etc. but the music the last weekend was absolutely awesome and it was a great pub to be in good luck di and merv your do this pub great as u all ways do.

Visited once last Saturday, although it was quiet it seemed friendly enough. Unfortunately after drinking my pint i noticed the glass was really dirty, and it wasn't through the previous contents, 🤨 We took the glasses back to to the bar in disgust, and was told they were cleaned properly, "don't think so "!! The barmaid didn't seem bothered, she was too busy on the phone. Won't be going back.

Lunch on a Thursday afternoon. Very quiet, only 2 tables occupied. Ordered the Lunch set for £12 for two courses. Ordered the tomato starter with the slow cooked hen main. Food was simple but very tasty. The broth that came with the slow cooked egg was a little salty for my palate, but then again that is just a personal preference. Staff attentive and helpful. Good view of the church and its gardens. Would recommend.

I have been 4 times before and always had a good time. Previously I have always had the tasting menu which was great. This time I had the lunch menu. My girlfriend and her mother ordered from the cheaper lunch set menu and they thought it was good. I ordered from the standard lunch menu. I had the Ox cheek to start and the duck for main. It was alright. I just felt a little disappointed compared to my previous visits. Other than that, the service was great as always. And the timing was amazing as we had 3 courses in just over an hour. But there was only 1 other table in at the time.

I am sure this restaurant can be good, I would have no argument with good reviews. Sadly though, on the night, they came up short. It started well, the staff were polite and attentive. It developed into a busy Saturday night and the service dropped off as they evening progressed, to the point it was 10 to 15 mins between visits to the table. The wine was just cold enough but the food was cool to cold. Plates went back. The bill arrived with no deductions until we suggested a discount was called for. Shame as the food looked good, and when hot, tasted fine.

Awsome family resterant hid away down a side street in Cheltenham. All about the food and dining experience. Will definatly go again and reasonable pricing.

Had lunch here and it was simply a great experience. From the very helpful and friendly staff, to the speed of service and the astonishingly great food. We had the set menu and it was great value. The restaurant itself is a lovely place to be and it was easily the best meal I’ve had in years.

Had dinner here with a group of 6 and everything we tried (more than half the menu in aggregate) was delicious, well prepared / presented with fresh ingredients. In particular, the lobster with watermelon dish and apricot soufflé were outstanding. Service was friendly / warm and the wine list was reasonable. Highly recommended.

Great, inspired food. Delightful place in the centre of Cheltenham, but tucked out of the way down an alleyway. English contemporary. Menu is not your average menu: expect to study the menu and ask questions. Delightfully presented dishes. Waiting staff are very helpful. Dishes arrive on the table with a full description in case you forget the detail of what you ordered. Wine list is full, ranges from reasonably priced wines, to unreasonably priced. I enjoyed the Portuguese Touriga. This place is new, starting to get busy. Definitely visit before everyone finds out about it.

Solid Tex-Mex option. Had my usual naked burrito with rice/black beans/shredded beef. Both flavour and portion size were really good, though I always hope for more cheese options. Service was brilliant, they perfectly followed my requests, which is not always the case. Not related to this specific restaurant but seating is shared across all the units in the indoor market, and can be a bit hit and miss. It does get quite busy during dinnertime/weekends and might be difficult to find a table if you're with a group.

I hardly give 5* but this is a neat place with friendly staff who solve your questions very friendly, and the food is great and good portions, especially the beef burrito. I was surprised of the quality of the meat which is not usually good in this kind of restaurants). If I have to say something bad I'd say that the chairs are not very comfortable and there is no air conditioner.

The yummiest food in Stroud. I’ve eaten here often over the years and have tried everything on their menu. I’ve never been disappointed with my meal. The flavours are fantastic, and they always give you a generous portion. The customer service is always top-notch. I can’t recommend this place enough!

The best Mexican food I’ve had for a long time! Portions are really generous and the flavours are great. The staff are very friendly and you can customise your food so you can leave something out if you don’t like it.

We came off the freeway due to the reviews of this little place within a shopping centre. So pleased we did! The food and service were excellent! Wonder if they’ll come back with us to Australia!

Food was fresh and delicious. Exploring new places popping up in stroud finally made it round 90% of the street foot style food in five valleys shopping centre. I went for a chicken Burito, with salad, rice, sauce and quacamola. Very tasty. Now being overly critically, I'm a fan of lemon in qucamola, that would be a minor improvement, I may be corrected and told that isn't how the dish is designed to be, but just my personal preference. Also may be interesting idea to use a panni presh on the burito's to give a little extra texture with slightly crimping the edges and getting the lines along from machine line char grilling vegetables or grilling meat. Those 2 small things I'd personally experiment with; but equally was nice how it was. Very tasty I'd definitely recommend to others and be back again for another one, maybe trying beef burito, next time or some of the quesadillas.

The best Mexican restaurant I’ve ever been to! I tried the burrito — the taste was flawless, and the burrito itself was really big.

Food: The food was quite a letdown. The pies were reassuringly crispy with good pastry, but the filling of the Heidi and Shroom were quite bland and didn’t taste great. The Freeranger was apparently nice. The chips were a bit soggy and cold despite a short drive home, were not seasoned and the oil could have been fresher. The gravy did not taste nice to any of us at all. The mushy peas were decent enough. Portion sizes were large and good value for money (a pie and 2 sides for £10), but not particularly good. All in all, it was a bit of a letdown and I would not order again. Service: The service was not particularly good. Upon arriving I was told it would be an 11 minute wait. It ended up being closer to 20. For the most part there was no-one at the bar, and the guy who was didn’t communicate particularly well, but did warn which bag the gravy was in, so that I did not spill it. More attentive and friendly service would make a big improvement. Atmosphere: The vibe of The Queens arms was quite claustrophobic, largely due to the regulars who were already quite drunk by 7:30pm and very loud. Despite it being largely empty, the tables were quite sticky and could have been cleaned better. They seem to offer a good selection of alcoholic drinks and the pub itself is a beautiful, traditional pub made cosy with fairy lights. However the atmosphere upon entering was quite unwelcoming, particularly in comparison to other Herefordshire pubs.

Incredable pies, amazing minty mushy peas , fabulous mash , gravy to die for ,chips sublime , a 5 star meal all wrapped up in a quality package ,faultless ,keep up the amazing standard..

Friendly and helpful

Awful. We booked a table for Sunday carvery. Went up to carvery and the food in display was awful. Potatoes were white and not at all roast potatoes. They had a while flake all over them like they had been left to dry in the sun. The mash potatoes looked like putty in a bowl. The meat beef was black and burnt with just ends left and what gammon there...was just string and shreds drying up. The carrots were white. The parsnips and the stuffing were dark brown and burnt. They wouldn't even be edible. The only nice thing about the place was the waitress that took us to he table. We ended up walking out. I wouldn't even serve my animals that food

If you can't cook a egg you shouldn't be a chef. My wife had a poached egg and it looked like it barely touched a poaching pan. Asked for a new one and it was basically the same. Feel sorry for whoever has to eats this person's food as clearly they cannot cook. Waitresses were lovely though

Me and my family went in and ordered quickly as we knew what we wanted, the mixed grill, we waited for around an hour for the food to arrive and it was awful. Burnt chips, uncooked peas, overcooked onion rings and the meat was the worst. I ordered rare and it was incinerated, the chicken was so dry I nearly choked on it, and the gammon was the most plain thing ever. The tables and chairs were filthy the staff were unprofessional and I couldn't even finish my meal it was so bad. Never going again.

Came in the other day and was very impressed. Food was great and warm, I ordered the smothered chicken and my partner ordered the steak and ale pie. Was served by Becky and Ky and they were great. Would recommend

Six of us came for Mother’s Day. We had a mums eat free voucher sent through to us so we knew it was going to be busy. We arrived early so our table wasn’t quite ready but the lady with red hair (sorry didn’t get name) quickly took us to a table what was ready. Becky took our order and made our drinks efficiently then the gentleman on the carvery was making us laugh and speaking with my son who has multiple disabilities. I always get anxious about planning for meals out because I don’t know how my son will react to the surroundings. The way we were looked after and treated by the staff was so lovely and refreshing when they were busy. We will definitely be coming more often :)

Simple and well priced. Sadly the kitchen closed at 8.45pm on the evening I visited - had KFC from across the car park. But had a beer in here. Quiet and relaxed. Edit - Next morning. This is where you have breakfast if you stay at the Premier Inn next door. And like all Premier Inns they do a great breakfast. And have to give a positive comment on the breakfast waiting staff.

Amazing value for money, especially if you have children. £9.99 for all you can eat breakfast (including juice, tea and coffee) and two children eat free with each paying adult. Absolute bargain!

Our first visit here on a Sunday afternoon, we came in for a roast dinner. On arrival, service was excellent, the waiters were very informative and helpful. We ordered 2 large roast beef dinners for the low sum of around £10 each. We couldn't fault the food, great portions and very tasty. We were bought extra gravy on request and we could have had unlimited refill on the roast potatoes and yorkshires if we weren't full. We did make room for dessert though which was also delicious. After we received our mains, the level of service did drop as staff changed shifts and it was difficult to get attention of the waiters despite the very low volume of diners. In the end we were in the restaurant for almost 2 hours and should have been done in just 1. Couldn't fault the food and value, and I'm sure we'll be returning again soon.

Breakfast - £9.99 for self-serve all you can eat and kids eat free. What's not to like? Ate here Saturday 8th April. The food was good, especially for a breakfast buffet. Decent quality with a good, herby taste to the sausage. All.of the food was hot, and even the scrambled eggs were decently cooked - hard to do when they have to stay under the lights. Good selection at the continental section or crumpets, oven-bottom muffins, bread, American pancakes, blueberry muffins / cup cakes, croissants, pain-aux-chocolat. The pastries were nicely flaky.and tasted good. Plenty of choice for cereals and fruits, including fruit salad or fresh whole fruits. Tea, including speciality teas and a bean-to-cup coffee machine all.included in the price. The place was clean, and the staff friendly. Plenty of people seemed to be enjoying their breakfast although it wasn't packed. Definitely worth a visit.

Ordered the smothered chicken, was very nice, I had a fuzzy tomato.. but i was not bothered, pushed it aside, Should of complained but I wasn't that bothered.

Really poor for a premier inn breakfast. I was very disappointed with this breakfast yesterday. The girl behind the bar was kind but the blonde girl behind the hot plate was rude. Food was lacking and not replenished. Over cooked (see photo) and dirty plates. Main reason for this was lack of staff. Three people were needed rather than two. Only had sundae (long spoons) for a cup of tea which is dangerous. Toaster took 3 attempts before the toast was toasted. Won't go here again - very let down.

Very nice Continental breakfast! I stayed at the Premier Inn Hotel and their breakfast option is accommodated in here. Highly recommend it!

Amazing fish and chips! Everyone was so friendly and chatty. My partner is from Australia and had never had fish and chips before so he cooked everything fresh for us and even chucked in a load of freebies. We loved it!

Ordered online to collect as we were passing through to go to our campsite after a day out and when we arrived it was ready right on time, we drove a further 10 minutes parked up and got into the caravan and the food was still fresh and delicious. The staff were great, really polite and made the experience that much better.

Best fish and chips in the forest. Always a treat to have a meal from Al's Plaice, and we have had many a lovely meal from here when visiting my grandparents who lived nearby and particularly enjoyed the food. This evening we had a family gathering at my grandparents home after my grandfathers funeral and we placed a large order for collection. Once we got home whilst we were unpacking, the lovely staff realised before we did that a couple of items had been missed when we collected. They called to tell us and very kindly delivered the missing items to us. Always lovely service and delicious food from here, highly recommend.

Highly recommend Als plaice. First time having a gluten free takeaway and I can’t recommend this place enough. From the moment we walked in we was welcomed the owner even took the time to talk me through how everything gluten is kept separate, I can’t thank him enough for taking the time to do that. Husband loved the wrap meal and said it was the best thing, I highly recommend. Thank you.

Hopefully we just had a bad day for Al's. The fish was expensive, very small and dry, the chips soggy, the curry sauce lumpy, mushy peas were nice but missing one of the two pots we had paid for, so, that's annoying! On holiday so fortunately, there's no need for us to go back!

Awesome chippy. Was a busy Saturday night but I appreciate the extra mile they went to for gluten free meal when their gluten free days are Tuesday and Wednesday. Great tasty meal. Will be returning again.

Quite possibly the best chicken nuggets I've ever had... especially, with the gravy. Everything was cooked fresh. If you're staying at Forest Holidays in the Forest of Dean, you have to try this fish and chip shop. Definitely worth a visit

Best fish and chips I've had. Staff are so friendly, fish is crispy and golden and perfectly fresh inside. Try the spicy black pudding. Curry sauce and gravy is great! It's a treat enjoy yourself and go all out here, it's worth it! Also you can take it to the dog house next door to enjoy with a tasty iPA!

Great chips but the batter on the fish is terrible, soggy greasy sponge. I am not sure what the problem is but the fish comes in batter that looks brown and appetising but inside is thick soggy and full of oil. Like supermarket frozen fried fish. Horrible.

Cod was freshly cooked and chips were tasty. Portions were large. Queue was fairly long, out the shop and down the street, but it was a Friday and well worth the short wait. Service was quick and the ladies worked fast to get orders completed. Would visit again when next in the area.

Very friendly and helpful staff. Cod and chips were delicious. Will definately go again

Fish was okay but the batter was soft and uneatable chips were cold and alot not eatable. I think this had been cooked and been hanging around for sometime.