Quick info
About The Surrey Oaks
On Parkgate Rd in Dorking, The Surrey Oaks is a pub and restaurant with a children's play area and a large garden alongside a full food menu. The kitchen cooks a roast with a choice of beef, chicken or lamb, served with a large Yorkshire pudding. A pie of the day sits on the menu, and starters include halloumi fingers. A breakfast service and a pizzas-only evening menu add to the food on offer. Dogs are welcome, so families can bring their pets along. The bar pours real ales.
Good to know
- ReservationsAccepts reservations
- ParkingFree parking lot · Free street parking · Paid parking lot
- AccessibilityWheelchair: entrance, parking lot, restroom
- Good for kidsGood for kids
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Reviews
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention sunday roast, children's play area, large yorkshire pudding and large garden seating.
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention sunday roast, children's play area, large yorkshire pudding and large garden seating.
Customer Review Summary
Sunday roast is what most reviewers come for, with beef, lamb and chicken all praised and a massive Yorkshire pudding singled out. Close behind are the children's play area and large garden, which families describe as roomy and secure, with seating in both shade and sun. Starters like halloumi fingers, deep fried squid and French onion soup get good words, and one reviewer recommends the pie of the day. Staff are repeatedly called friendly and helpful, including during a packed bar and with a group of 21. Parking is described as easy. The main complaints are specific: one diner found the Yorkshire puddings stale and the meal expensive for what it was, noting website prices differed from in-house ones. The same reviewer found the swings wrapped around the top bar and unusable, and mentioned a persistent problem with wasps. Another parent was told the kitchen could not do mashed potato, veg and gravy for an 8 month old. Even so, several say they will return, and one family stayed seven hours after the kids played all day.
Customer Review Summary
Sunday roast is what most reviewers come for, with beef, lamb and chicken all praised and a massive Yorkshire pudding singled out. Close behind are the children's play area and large garden, which families describe as roomy and secure, with seating in both shade and sun. Starters like halloumi fingers, deep fried squid and French onion soup get good words, and one reviewer recommends the pie of the day. Staff are repeatedly called friendly and helpful, including during a packed bar and with a group of 21. Parking is described as easy. The main complaints are specific: one diner found the Yorkshire puddings stale and the meal expensive for what it was, noting website prices differed from in-house ones. The same reviewer found the swings wrapped around the top bar and unusable, and mentioned a persistent problem with wasps. Another parent was told the kitchen could not do mashed potato, veg and gravy for an 8 month old. Even so, several say they will return, and one family stayed seven hours after the kids played all day.
Featured reviews
- Clarissa Smith
“What a perfect setting for our group of 21 to enjoy a Sunday Roast. The children’s play area is very good & we were situated alongside it which made everything very easy. Fantastic food and beautifully presented with excellent service. The staff were very friendly, helpful, adaptable and clearly know how to work as a team. I had contacted the manager,Thyra, a few times prior to our booking and she was so helpful with my queries. There’s also plenty of parking which makes life easier if you’re travelling a distance. Top marks to Team Surrey Oaks!”
- Louise Cowley
“First time visiting this pub with my family and we ended up spending 7 hours here. We were joined by friends and it was amazing. The food was good and the kids loved it. The kids were entertained all day. There is so much space for the kids to play and in the playground and most of all, it's quite secure! There's various seating areas, in the shade And in the sun ☀️ so it was perfect. The only disappointment I have is that I asked if I could have some mashed potatoes, veg and gravely for my 8 month old baby and I was told “no we don't do that” in my opinion it's not hard to make! we will definitely be visiting the pub again.”
- george romanowsi
“No harrassment at any stage; fully accommodating staff happy to serve huge meals or snacks. Pleasant environment inside or in the huge garden outside. A place to revisit as we have for the last 30 years. There have been 3 landlords during this period but the ethos remains the same albeit with timely modifications. A great place to visit.”
- Mike Purdue
“A great pub to visit for a Sunday roast. The staff were lovely and very attentive, especially considering how busy they were. Food was plentiful and tasty. Easy parking and in a picturesque part of the Surrey countryside. Highly recommend.”
- Anna
“Great local gem! Visited on Sunday and ordered roast, beef and chicken. Food was delicious and full of flavour! Fair portions with massive Yorkshire pudding 🍮 👌 We had starters of halloumi fingers delight and deep fried squid pieces, both equally delicious 😋 Service prompt and we definitely will be back! The interior was quirky and cozy! Highly recommend. Price I would say on budget so very helpful 😀”
Hours
- Monday
- Tuesday
- Wednesday
- Thursday
- Friday
- Saturday
- Sunday
Highlights
“Pub and restaurant with large outdoor areas and extensive Food Menu. Serving food Mon to Thursday 12-2.45pm and 5.00-8.45pm , Friday + Saturday 12-8.45pm and Sundays 12-6pm Sunday menu. 7-8.30pm Pizzas only Breakfast 9.30am to 11.30am Saturday and Sunday only Childrens play area with Children Menu. We welcome families and pets A warm and friendly welcome awaits you”
- Great beer selection
- Great wine list
- Live music
- Live performances
- Trivia night
- Popular for solo dining
Amenities
- Wi-Fi
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Accepts reservations
- Outdoor seating
- Dogs allowed
- Takeout
Show more amenities
- Dine-in
- Good for kids
- Food at bar
- Cozy
- Beer
- Food
- Highlights· 5
- Great beer selection
- Great wine list
- Live music
- Live performances
- Trivia night
- Popular for· 1
- Solo dining
- Facilities· 1
- Restroom
- Atmosphere· 2
- Casual
- Romantic
- Offerings· 4
- Alcohol
- Free water refills
- Hard liquor
- Wine
- Parking· 4
- Free parking lot
- Free street parking
- Paid parking lot
- Parking
- Dining options· 2
- Seating
- Table service
- Crowd· 4
- Groups
- LGBTQ+ friendly
- Tourists
- Transgender safespace
- Accessibility· 2
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
Location
Bars near The Surrey Oaks
- The Fox Revived4.61,8502.2 mi£20–30ReservationsGood for kids
sunday roast, yorkshire pudding, garden seating area
- Skimmington Castle4.51,1924.3 miWheelchair accessible
fish and chips, roast dinner, pulled pork
- The Watermill4.43,6854.4 mi£20–40ReservationsWheelchair accessibleGood for kids
sunday roast, views of box hill, fish and chips
| Place | Rating | Distance | Price | Mentioned in reviews |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Surrey OaksReservations · Wheelchair accessible · Outdoor seating | 4.51,146 | — | £20–30 | sunday roast, children's play area, large yorkshire pudding |
| The Fox RevivedReservations · Good for kids | 4.61,850 | 2.2 mi | £20–30 | sunday roast, yorkshire pudding, garden seating area |
| Skimmington CastleWheelchair accessible | 4.51,192 | 4.3 mi | — | fish and chips, roast dinner, pulled pork |
| The WatermillReservations · Wheelchair accessible · Good for kids | 4.43,685 | 4.4 mi | £20–40 | sunday roast, views of box hill, fish and chips |
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