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Overall Total Score
4.3 out of 5
Impressive | 2450 reviews

What Duncan Wilkinson likes about The Royal Oak:
The Royal Oak, in a word, is perfect. The food is great, served by friendly staff, in a fantastic setting. The decor, menu and drinks selection are spot on too. There is now a great kids play area outside as well. We've been twice and will be back again! View all feedback. What AmyReviewsThings doesn't like about The Royal Oak:
We booked for Sunday lunch as vegetarians after seeing they offered a nut roast on their website but turned up to find the only vegetarian option was mushroom tortellini with Parmesan on it (NOT vegetarian). We asked the staff if there was a veggie roast option as stated on the website and we were told no but they could do a standard roast without the meat. We asked if that meant the gravy and potatoes were vegetaria... View all feedback.

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Gastroranking-it
4.4 ★ from 50 reviews
Alan
19.08.2024 - 18:31

Well... we stopped here on the off chance at lunch time in the hope of s free table for a spot of lunch. And were very happily met by a young lady who showed us...

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Jenny
19.08.2024 - 18:31

Lovely pub but the barman struggled to smile. Perhaps be a bit more welcoming?

Angela
19.08.2024 - 18:31

Couldn’t fault the food or service, lovely atmosphere

Hilary
19.08.2024 - 18:31

Very quiet part of the pub with no atmosphere at all.

Duncan
19.08.2024 - 18:31

The Royal Oak, in a word, is perfect. The food is great, served by friendly staff, in a fantastic setting. The decor, menu and drinks selection are spot on too....

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The Royal Oak received mixed reviews, with some customers disappointed by the lack of vegetarian options and slow service, while others praised the efficient staff and delicious food. Despite a stunning location and beautiful views, some diners felt unwelcome and underwhelmed by the average pub food. However, others enjoyed the breathtaking conservatory room, excellent service, and outstanding meals. Overall, the Royal Oak seems to be hit or miss, with some customers eager to return for the scrumptious food and hospitality, while others are unlikely to visit again due to poor service and mediocre meals.

Google
4.5 ★ from 719 reviews
Tripadvisor
4.0 ★ from 542 reviews
Gastroranking-uk
4.2 ★ from 1139 reviews

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