Reviews

Overall Total Score
4.4 out of 5
Impressive | 1424 reviews

What Jessica Betschart likes about The Lion At Pennard:
A bit pricier than the average but to be fair the food was very good; the roast beef was above average quality. Delicious pudding too, not too sweet full of flavour. Gorgeous interior. The outside seating area is a bit of a wasted space, get a garden designer on it as it could be delightful. And in a beautiful part of our country- not too far from Shapwick Heath which is one of the best walking spots I've ever been t... View all feedback. What Katharine L doesn't like about The Lion At Pennard:
The only plus about eating here was being able to take our dog. Despite telling the waitress that I intensely dislike spiced food, my expensive rib eye steak had hot peppers pounded into it, and there was something very hot on the plate. Very disappointing that excellent quality ingredients might as well have been curried!! Not everyone likes spice, some of us like to be able to taste our food! View all feedback.

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Tripadvisor
4.6 ★ from 181 reviews
Lulu
05.02.2024 - 18:57

Decor nice and friendly staff. Menu was varied and tempted us to book a table. However, the food was very disappointing. I didn’t want to complain at the time S...

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GeoffreyHammond1
05.02.2024 - 18:57

I had supper here with a friend, and we were both delighted. The service was friendly, the menu was short and interesting and the food was utterly satisfying. T...

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G4889QYmarkr
05.02.2024 - 18:57

Brilliant! Fantastic service and equally fantastic food. Really cool place, the front of house staff, the Chef and kitchen team are a real credit to the Lion. 1...

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19Phil62
05.02.2024 - 18:57

We have just returned from a few days in Somerset and looking for somewhere to eat nearby we chose the Lion and were not disappointed with our decision so much...

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CraterCornwall
05.02.2024 - 18:57

Very nice pub/restaurant, great service good food very attentive, had a little issue wit dinner rectified immediately, the meal was tasty and original menu help...

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Nestled in a charming setting, this pub-restaurant offers a promising atmosphere with friendly staff and a varied menu. However, experiences with the food have been mixed. While some guests praise delightful dishes like tender beef and exceptional starters, others find underwhelming offerings, including flavorless roast dinners and improperly cooked steak. Despite these inconsistencies, the establishment garners appreciation for its dog-friendly policy and attentive service, making it a welcoming choice for pet owners. With potential for improvement, particularly in the kitchen, this venue remains a worthwhile stop for those seeking a pleasant dining experience.

Gastroranking-it
4.8 ★ from 10 reviews
Elizabeth
26.04.2024 - 18:56

Beautiful pub and lovely service unfortunately the roast potatoes were underdone hard and not at all fluffy on the inside on all of our plates so havent awarded...

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Nik
26.04.2024 - 18:56

Excellent food decor. The best cheese onion toasted sandwich I've ever had!!

Michael
26.04.2024 - 18:56

An exceptionally warm reception to a lovely old character filled building. On arrival we were met with the warmest of welcomes and what became one of our favour...

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Charlotte
26.04.2024 - 18:56

We had sunday lunch here on easter sunday and the roast may have been one of the best ive had. Great variety of sides, all cooked perfectly. Lamb was tender and...

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Rosalind
26.04.2024 - 18:56

The meal was excellent and the staff was cheerful and confident. I cannot rate the rooms as I did not stay overnight.

Google
4.4 ★ from 552 reviews
Gastroranking-uk
4.0 ★ from 681 reviews

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