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Overall Total Score
4.5 out of 5
Outstanding | 1804 reviews

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Tripadvisor
4.0 ★ from 103 reviews
Trek10811439935
08.11.2023 - 12:26

I normally don't write reviews, but I had to today. The customer service we received from our waiter, Ellis, was fantastic! He accommodated my son's food intole...

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Cassie
08.11.2023 - 12:26

Tried The Growler for the first time tonight. Got the meat feast sharing board, food was amazing, steak was cooked to perfection. Staff were really friendly. De...

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Leigh
08.11.2023 - 12:26

Just had an amazing meat platter dinner at The Gowler!! Great food, great staff, great cocktails AND dog friendly!! Can't recommend it highly enough!! Best dinn...

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C2636ILalexr
08.11.2023 - 12:26

The whole menu was over priced, we hoped the food would be worth it but honestly the food was average at best. I wouldn’t go back. The only positive I can say i...

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TrekkingWhiteTiger
08.11.2023 - 12:26

Blown away! A menu that has something for everyone breakfast, lunch, dinner, brunch…and amazing local quality ingredients for those of us with more expensive ta...

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Nestled in Ayr, The Growler presents a menu that sparks debate among diners. While some patrons appreciate the quality and taste of dishes like the homemade burgers and meat feast sharing boards, others find the pricing absurdly high for the overall experience. Service inconsistencies—ranging from delays and miscommunications to commendable friendliness—add to the complexity of dining here. Despite the premium prices, the atmosphere is often praised as inviting, with a solid drinks selection and dog-friendly options. Overall, visitors are divided; while some rave about their experiences, others leave questioning their value for money.

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4.4 ★ from 9 reviews

Although it is a traditional pub, the growler has many vegan options, among the usual oriented, but also a Vegan/Plant-based section of the menu. They can ask t...

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I loved my lunch here. nice warm welcome, I was alone and didn't feel uncomfortable in the smallest. Eating was brilliant. updated by previous review on 2021-09...

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Very nice meal here today. we took our dog and the waitress couldn't have made any more of a fuss about him, she gave him tasty, water brought him a deck to lie...

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We eat here frequently both for brunch and dinner. The food is exceptional and the service is great, the staff are always very pleasant, the selection of drinks...

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The place has a beautiful look, the personal friendly and efficient. they allow dogs in the night when we were there, they were very busy, we had a waiting time...

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Facebook
4.3 ★ from 117 reviews
Google
4.3 ★ from 270 reviews
Restaurantguru
4.3 ★ from 428 reviews
Gastroranking-uk
4.0 ★ from 54 reviews
Int Restaurants
4.5 ★ from 1645 reviews
Happycow
4.0 ★ from 2 reviews

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