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Overall Total Score
4.3 out of 5
Impressive | 1966 reviews

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Tripadvisor
4.4 ★ from 378 reviews
Linda
15.01.2024 - 10:03

Upscale, modern restaurant with good service, varied menu and wine and delicious food. Being old, we enjoyed the music of the 60's. Delicious mussels

harters
15.01.2024 - 10:03

The Black Swan is a hidden gem nestled in a quiet corner away from the bustling tourist center of the village. This cozy pub has been beautifully renovated, mai...

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Resort192273
20.11.2023 - 11:20

Fantastic meal and great service. Staff were very friendly and made us feel at ease with three young children in tow. Would highly recommend!

Colinhs9
20.11.2023 - 11:20

This is a really good restaurant. Really good. Really, really good. We only went in for a quick dinner, but the menu looked so good we ended up having a three c...

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MrsCPP
20.11.2023 - 11:20

Lovely pub with great atmosphere. Restaurant is really good with a great chef serving up scrumptious food. Try the seafood curry! Fab cheerful service and fair...

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Nestled in the heart of Seahouses, The Black Swan is celebrated for its delightful cuisine, particularly the seafood curry and exquisite scallops. While many patrons rave about the exceptional food quality and vibrant atmosphere, consistent service issues mar the experience for others. Reports of long waits, miscommunication over orders, and unsatisfactory managerial responses have left some diners feeling undervalued. Despite a warm ambiance and impressive cocktails, the restaurant’s service gaps suggest a need for improvement. For a delightful meal, it's worth a visit—but prepare for potential inconsistencies in service. Book ahead for the best experience.

Menu
4.6 ★ from 10 reviews
Kirsten
29.01.2023 - 14:11

Excellent! friendly attentive service and delicious food.

Leanne
29.01.2023 - 14:11

Beautiful meal in a beautiful environment. Service level very high with a very friendly and attentive young man looking for restaurant users. that was great. we...

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Brigitta
29.01.2023 - 14:11

I was on the seahouse for the weekend and before I went on Sunday I wanted to eat a nice roast. my wife and I were very impressed by the food, the relaxing atmo...

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Kirsten
29.01.2023 - 14:11

It was just so nice that only the door opening from the garden space was so cold. it was just personal thinking in the winter months of people eating there to k...

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Cameron
29.01.2023 - 14:11

I feel there is a lack of consistency in the service . This was our second time dining here and we were left for some time without menus or a drink . Overall di...

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Google
5.0 ★ from 10 reviews
Dave
29.12.2023 - 17:18

Excellent traditional pub food, very welcoming, great atmosphere and dog friendly. Highly recommended. Food: 5 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 5

Matt
29.12.2023 - 17:18

Popped in here after a long walk with my dog. The staff were very welcoming. I had the chowder to start with the lamb for mains. The good is very good and very...

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Richard
29.12.2023 - 17:18

It's pricey but the food, service and atmosphere is all excellent. Price per person: £30–40 Food: 5 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 5

Derek
29.12.2023 - 17:18

Great portions of lovely food Price per person: £70–80 Food: 5 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 5 Recommended dishes: Sunday Roast

Claire
29.12.2023 - 17:18

Delicious food- the best meal we’ve had in ages. Restaurant and atmosphere were lovely and the service was excellent. Highly recommend! Price per person: £40–50...

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Yelp
4.0 ★ from 2 reviews
Jacqueline
13.07.2024 - 11:32

Located in the bustling seaside town of Seahouses, The Black Swan is a popular spot among locals. Despite its small size, this cozy pub has a welcoming atmosphe...

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billdd
13.07.2024 - 11:32

My wife and I make it a point to visit Seahouses at least once a year, and during our most recent visit, a local recommended this pub to us. Without hesitation,...

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Opentable
4.5 ★ from 103 reviews
Gastroranking-uk
3.9 ★ from 563 reviews
Restaurantguru
4.4 ★ from 948 reviews

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