
The Boathouse
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About The Boathouse
The Boathouse is a Mock Tudor bar and grill on New St in Shrewsbury, with a wooden deck at the river's edge and views over the water. Dogs are welcome, and a canopied area is set aside for them. Exposed beams run through the pub, and a garden room can be opened up to add extra tables. The bistro-style menu includes a pulled pork burger, a pulled pork hot dog and gluten free fish and chips. Sunday lunch is served and finishes before the evening. Reservations are taken for Sunday lunch and evening tables. Parking is limited, so the walk in from the city centre via the Port Hill Suspension Bridge is the alternative route.
Good to know
- ReservationsAccepts reservations
- ParkingFree parking lot · Free street parking · Paid parking lot
- AccessibilityWheelchair: entrance, parking lot, seating
- Good for kidsGood for kids · Has changing table(s) · High chairs
- DietaryVegetarian options
Reviews
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention river views, pulled pork burger, roast dinner and gluten free fish and chips.
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention river views, pulled pork burger, roast dinner and gluten free fish and chips.
Customer Review Summary
Reviewers most often praise the riverside setting, describing lovely views over the water and a dedicated canopy area that suited a dog and an older grandparent. The food comes close behind, with the gluten free fish and chips singled out by a diner whose mother had not found a decent version since going gluten free. Others mention a steak called spot-on, and lamb with sticky toffee pudding for a Mother's Day lunch. Staff are described as friendly, cheerful and knowledgeable, and one party credits the management with opening the garden room for a wedding group that had not booked. Complaints centre on the kitchen. One diner received a cold lamb tagine, replaced by what seemed a microwaved dish with clumped couscous. Another found the pulled pork hot dog had undercooked-looking sausages. A third reports a roast dinner with a burnt Yorkshire pudding after a late booking. One Sunday visitor was told Sunday lunch had finished while the next table was served it, yet the apologetic waitress and supervisor waived the bill and offered a return complimentary Sunday lunch.
Customer Review Summary
Reviewers most often praise the riverside setting, describing lovely views over the water and a dedicated canopy area that suited a dog and an older grandparent. The food comes close behind, with the gluten free fish and chips singled out by a diner whose mother had not found a decent version since going gluten free. Others mention a steak called spot-on, and lamb with sticky toffee pudding for a Mother's Day lunch. Staff are described as friendly, cheerful and knowledgeable, and one party credits the management with opening the garden room for a wedding group that had not booked. Complaints centre on the kitchen. One diner received a cold lamb tagine, replaced by what seemed a microwaved dish with clumped couscous. Another found the pulled pork hot dog had undercooked-looking sausages. A third reports a roast dinner with a burnt Yorkshire pudding after a late booking. One Sunday visitor was told Sunday lunch had finished while the next table was served it, yet the apologetic waitress and supervisor waived the bill and offered a return complimentary Sunday lunch.
Featured reviews
- Google user
“The worst meal we ate in Shrewsbury. The roast dinner consisted of beef, roast potatoes, mash, one carrot, one piece of courgette and a burnt Yorkshire pudding.We booked for 7.30 I think all the edible food must have finished. Never again.”
- Google user
“Lovely sitting overlooking the river. The music was perfect, not too loud but perfect for a chilled lunch”
- Google user
“Was able to provide a last minute table during a beautifully sunny day when the pub was packed for a large party of 8. Food was excellent, especially the gluten free fish and chips. My mom hasn't had decent fish and chips since she went gluten free and this was the first place to impress her! Staff were lovely and attentive, bar staff were knowledgeable and welcoming. Great atmosphere”
- Google user
“Definitely glad we made a reservation, as there was a dedicated area under the canopy, perfect for the dog and aging grandparent! Also had nice views over the river, which were cooler too. We were greeted with enthusiasm and everything was very efficient and friendly. Drinks arrived quickly and the food was also in good time. Food was excellent and again, the servers were all very friendly and cheerful. Would highly recommend and look forward to returning.”
- Google user
“Gorgeous pub, beautiful surroundings and great atmosphere. Didn't eat just had a couple of drinks but the food others had looked lovely!”
Highlights
“Large Mock Tudor pub with a wooden deck on the river's edge, exposed beams and a modern bistro menu.”
- Fireplace
- Great beer selection
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Great tea selection
- Great wine list
Amenities
- Wi-Fi
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Accepts reservations
- Outdoor seating
- Dogs allowed
- Dine-in
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- Good for kids
- Vegetarian options
- Bar onsite
- Cozy
- Onsite services
- Beer
- Offerings· 12
- Alcohol
- Cocktails
- Coffee
- Food
- Food at bar
- Free water refills
- Hard liquor
- Healthy options
- Late-night food
- Quick bite
- Small plates
- Wine
- Accessibility· 2
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
- Wheelchair accessible seating
- Parking· 3
- Free parking lot
- Free street parking
- Paid parking lot
- Highlights· 9
- Fireplace
- Great beer selection
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Great tea selection
- Great wine list
- Live music
- Live performances
- Sports
- Crowd· 3
- College students
- Groups
- Tourists
- Family-friendly· 3
- Has changing table(s)
- High chairs
- Kids' menu
- Pet-friendly· 2
- Dogs allowed inside
- Dogs allowed outside
- Dining options· 7
- Breakfast
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
- Popular for· 1
- Solo dining
- Facilities· 1
- Restroom
- Atmosphere· 5
- Casual
- Historic
- Romantic
- Trending
- Trendy
- Planning· 3
- Brunch reservations recommended
- Lunch reservations recommended
- Dinner reservations recommended
Location
Bar And Grill near The Boathouse
- Red Lion4.32,5583 mi
hunters chicken, cooked breakfast, sirloin steak
| Place | Rating | Distance | Mentioned in reviews |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Boathouse | 4.32,304 | — | river views, pulled pork burger, roast dinner |
| Red Lion | 4.32,558 | 3 mi | hunters chicken, cooked breakfast, sirloin steak |
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