The Barley Mow is a brilliant local pub.read more

The Queen's Head is one of the things I love most about the countryside- namely that the local…read morevillage watering hole is exceptional and well above the average pub-turned-restaurant in the city. -Starter: Caramelized onion and sweet red pepper tart which came on a bed of new potato salad with pesto that balanced the goats cheese well. Fabulous choice without an overly heavy crust and presenting a perfect blend of flavors (and plating design). -Main: Rare beef salad with diced tomatoes and chorizo paired with a gorgeous combination of dressings and salad leaves. Perfectly done beef strip with a creative marriage of background flavors. We came here with our friend's family who we knew we could trust to deliver some outstanding dishes in a quaint, well furnished pub setting. The waitress was fast, helpful, and friendly throughout. The seasonal menu has clearly been meticulously chosen, leaving something for everyone and leaving no one out. The new spring menu features traditional with a twist favorites such as Tempura black pudding with red onion marmalade, a poached egg, and hollandaise sauce for starter along with steak, Red Mist ale and mushroom pie with red wine gravy for the main. The prices are very reasonable for the local, fresh produce and expert execution of the food.

I visited as part of a 4 adult group. The place is nicely decorated, and spacious and offers…read moreoutside seating as well as inside. It was cold and so outide setting was not considered for us! We found a choice of tables available many of which had a leather sofa in place of the seats on one side. Very comfortable but in my view not practical to eat from. We were served at the table for both food and drinks. Nice choice of ales including Hoggs Back TEA. The menu offers plenty of choice and it is home (pub) made from fresh. 2 of my group went for beef roast. I chose an steak, ale and mushroom pie, and my partner chose a cumberland pie. Prices ranged between £10.50 and £14.50 (for the roast) for our meals which I felt was a little pricey compared to many. The food was served adn was absolutely first class. Everything was cooked to perfection (the meat, mash, roast potatos, vegetables etc) and was hot. It really was absolutely delicious, as was the desert afterwards (where even the cheesecake was home made). We gularly sample Sundays lunches at pubs and this is up there with the best.

One of those things I think that all Brits instinctively desire is a "nice country pub for Sunday…read moreLunch": this establishment in not-so-rural Surrey manages to tick all the boxes for me: - Plenty of parking - Plenty of tables in the garden (with a BBQ option) - Good food in generous portions - Good service They managed to score a quick bonus point with me virtually as soon as we sat down for lunch: the first thing the waitress did was offer "tap water" rather than trying to perpetrate the oh-so-irritating up-sell attempt for bottled water that has marred recent decades (for most of the UK perfectly drinkable stuff comes out of the tap: it wasn't that long ago most restaurants automatically put a jug of water on the table ...). So I'd definitely commend the Black Swan. UPDATE (Nov-11): After several visits, I'd now have to reduce Service from "Good" to "Generally Good" - there are unfortunately more than one member of staff who need some education about "Customer Focus" ...

Good pub food, a bit fancy. Lovely weekend BBQ plus a gastric pub menu. I had a cheeseburger,…read morecrispy on the outside just as I like it. It was served with chips and three different salads. A great kids menu too, with smaller portions of adult quality food. There's a definite relaxed bourgeois quality, if you are into that sort of thing. Dishes range between 9 and 15 pounds for lunch. I did have to sit in a chair that kept sinking back because it was half on brick and half on gravel, but the food and atmosphere made up for it.

We went with two girls they took an hour to came back to…read morethe table and without the adults food. We were invited then to change the table to a very windy one that was not acceptable. then they offered us to get inside literally outside of the toilet and it looked like a wedding completely crowded, so we decide to leave without having dinner (just the girls) conclusion : very bad treatment, very expensive quality vs price and no considerations at all with children never again. we arrived at 6.45 and leave at 8.15 without having dinner Very bad managed and trying to find ridiculous excuses for not being professional . I don't recommend at all. CF

Loved this unique dining experience. Very busy spot frequently visited by locals. Good food, nice…read moreambience. What's not to like? You're in UK!

A warm and welcoming experience in the local village public house/inn…read more The environment is pleasing and a big welcome is presented by the working staff. The menu provides a wide choice of food all of which looks rather good when you start to see other table orders being brought out, all good portions. When ordering from the bar the staff member did have to go and check if the steak and spinach was still available and lucky for us it was . The food was freshly cooked and brought out fairly quickly. The portions were good and the food was hot and tasty

Great food and beer. The environment was very friendly and relaxed. I wish we had places like this…read morein California! Definitely try the Sticky Toffee Pudding - it was amazing!

Stopped off here with nearly an hour to kill until the train from Gomshall, and it was lovely and…read morewelcoming. I didn't eat but the menu looked pretty good. Basically a nice country pub that seemed to be catering for locals, but with a barman who had no problem being friendly to strangers.

ate some pie and fries here before going on to SHere; enjoyed eating outside on the picnic tables…read moreand watching traffic (just local) go by

Absolutely lovely Sunday lunch here! The interior is cosy and charming, there is a huge public park…read morejust in the back is awesome for kids to run around and enjoy. I LOVED the mussels in red Thai sauce. They were luscious, flavorful and tender. Generous portion and beautifully presented. While my son didn't care for the kids Mac n cheese, there was plenty of food my hubby had in his beef roast. The meat was absolutely delicious. The ambiance was fun and on Sunday, definitely make reservations.

Pretty wide, ranging menu, good seafood. Interesting atmosphere an old pub that's been remodeled as…read morea larger restaurant. Limited gluten-free options. Good beverage list.

A delightful pub and restaurant that retains much of its original charm. What is looses in comfort…read moreit gains in its traditions.The food is really excellent with plentiful portions. it can be described at top quality pub food. It specialises in home made pies. The service is friendly and if in the area it really worth a visit. Prices of food is very reasonable.

The Bulls Head in Clandon from the exterior has the look of a well established inn with character…read more Once inside it very simply furnished and its charm is its "going Back In Time" feel. Its real selling point is the good old fashioned British cooking. The home made pies are delicious. There is a standard printed menu and a Daily Special Board which at times has some very interesting dishes. The food is very reasonably priced and the portions are generous. The meal are served pipping hot and the service is generally welcoming and pleasant. The drinks we thought were priced on the high side.It is usually has a sedate atmosphere with no music or television blasting out so one can have a conversation without having to shout. Best suited to couples who want a relaxed and quiet atmosphere We come her for a good meal which does not cost a fortune.There is a free car park at the side adjoining the pub.

Fantastic food all the time!!!!…read more One of the best menus in Cobham and surrounding area. If you haven't had the Sunday Roast it has to be tried, thick cut Beef, properly cooked and fantastic flavours every time. If you like food eat here.

On a lovely Friday evening, a group of friends and I decided to try this pub in cobham. Upon…read moreentrance we were rudely spoken to by a lady who works there who was smoking outside, before we even entered or sat down ( to have some burgers, because we were driving) the lady told us that we could not use their heating outside without showing ID and that we all needed to buy drinks or we couldn't be there. We were very excited to have a lovely evening, but we did not feel welcomed what so ever, so we went to another near by pub where we had a much more welcoming and great experience. asking for ID is completely understandable when it's in the right tone and correct time. Would never waste my money here!

This is a great place to eat with great views over the lake and you can watch the windsurfers and…read moreskiers. They serve a lovely carvery with a choice of three meats, usually pork, beef, turkey, gammon and occasionally lamb. There is a choice of vegetables which you help yourself to and you can have as much as you want, the roast potatoes are very tasty and well cooked. The waiting staff are very friendly and quick to serve I have never booked, I have just turned up even on a Sunday and got a table but I get there at midday and while I am there it does get busy. There is also a menu to order from if you dont fancy the carvery.

Lovely location with large lake and water sports taking place...enjoyable and varied menu and great…read morein the summer!