The Famous Royal Navy Volunteer

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  Daniel M

  ·1 month ago

  “Rude staff completely ruined it. Served a pint full of sediment and told it was supposed to be like that in a very couldn’t give a…. attitude. Better pubs with better beer and better service just a few yards away”

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  Kate Bunting

  ·2 months ago

  “Nice little spot, however upon going up to the bar to order there was quite a strong smell of sewage and an awful lot of flies…staff were very apologetic when I brought it up and assured me that the place was clean however I won’t be returning in a hurry. I would advise management to fix this issue as it’s very off putting! Nobody wants to drink or eat anywhere that smells like sewage and has more flies than a crime scene!”

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  Doğu

  ·2 months ago

  “In search of a chill evening in Bristol, I came here and enjoyed a satisfying pint in honour of the volunteer from whom the pub takes its name. It seemed only fitting. The staff were warm and welcoming, the atmosphere pretty calm, and the whole place felt refreshingly unhurried. The prices were reasonable too, making it an ideal spot to linger for a while and enjoy the evening at its own pace.”

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  Walkers

  ·5 months ago

  “what can i say … served by Cal, what a welcoming guy who went way out of his way to accommodate us, food was fabulous , credit too the staff. We won our experience in a raffle, generously donated by the manager. We would absolutely come back i cannot recommend this place and staff enough…. i would say our best roast dinner in Bristol - guys you’re a credit to King street and beyond - thanks Neil and family x”

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  James Bant

  ·5 months ago

  “A Delicious Sunday Roast I had in Bristol Docks ⛴️ earlier today, with a Glass of Cider on the side of course 🍺 I had the Ultimate Meat Fest Trio "Beef, Lamb and Pork" 🐄 🐑 🐖 an Incredible Taste, I really enjoyed it, definitely worth it in the end! 😋 🍽 👍”

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  Robert Woodward

  ·5 months ago

  “Excellent beer selection. Great food. Definitely need to go again soon.”

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  James Lintell-Smith

  ·5 months ago

  “When I'm out for a social, one of the things that is most important to me is the atmosphere. I think this starts at the bar. When the bar staff are friendly, know the menu and seem genuinely happy to serve, it makes such a big difference. The bar staff at the Volly are great. They can talk about the drinks on the menu, they're up for a bit of a laugh and importantly, they work quickly. I've noticed a few times staff cleaning or restocking when a queue has started to form and they've instantly stopped what they're doing to serve. I know that must have an impact on them, but seeing that motivation to make sure people aren't waiting is so nice. They have a really good range of drinks. There's a whole wall with cards showing what they have on (along with some other info). Although I'm no expert, it looked like lots of their options were from local breweries. I was very pleasantly surprised when asking about low/no alcohol beers as they had a few 0% IPAs as well as other cask drinks. The seating outside (king street) is nice in the sun. Doesn't feel like they've tried to cram in as many tables as possible. It might well be different when they're busy, but I like that they have different areas inside. I tend to want to sit near the atmosphere, but somewhere quiet enough I can still talk to my friends. In the Volly, you can get this by sitting in the room 'behind' the bar. There's also more seating at the back which is closer to the action, without being right next to the bar/crowds. Finally, the toilets are always cleaned and well stocked. Only downside for me is the cost of the pints. Their location justifies it and you probably can't do better without going to whetherspoons, but I still noticed rounds were more than I expected.”

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  Isaac Roman

  ·8 months ago

  “Located in King Street, one of the most vibrant streets in the city of Bristol. Good selection of beers, it is cosy during the week and busy through the weekend. A must is their Sunday Roast, absolutely delicious, great portions and in my opinion is one of the best quality/price in the city.”

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  azita tanha

  ·10 months ago

  “A very cool spot—both the restaurant itself and the entire street it sits on, especially when the weather is nice. The food is good, and they occasionally host game nights, but you need to register in advance as walk-ins aren’t accepted for the games. A fun, lively place to enjoy a meal and soak up the atmosphere”

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  Julie Ana

  ·1 year ago

  “The Sunday roast is consistently excellent! The food is always delicious, with good portions and great flavours. The staff are friendly and attentive, and they had a high chair ready for my baby as requested. A reliable spot for a great roast in a welcoming atmosphere. If you only had the chance to have 1 roast, pick this place!”

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