The Boat House
RestaurantsStratford Upon Avon
“Thai eatery with river views and a traditional decor of wood carvings & representations of Buddha.”
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About The Boat House
The Boat House sits on Swans Nest in Stratford Upon Avon, a restaurant built around window-side seating that looks over the River Avon toward the footbridge and passing boats, with the view running toward sunset from those same tables. Wood carvings and representations of Buddha furnish the dining room. The kitchen runs a 30-dish menu that includes the Pot Roasted 12 Hour Lamb Shoulder, Box Baked Camembert, and Bubble & Squeak, alongside a steak and salad option. Spanish Green Olives are offered to start. The restaurant opens daily and takes walk-ins rather than reservations. No automatic service charge is added to the bill, leaving any gratuity to the diner. A waiting area outside the dining room accommodates guests ahead of being seated.
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Menu & Prices
30 dishes · mains £5–23- Spanish Green Olives£5.00
- Pot Roasted 12 Hour Lamb Shoulder£23.00
- Hereford Beef Patty£15.50
- Mark’s Cotswold Bakery Sourdough For Two£6.50
- Box Baked Camembert£15.50
- Bubble & Squeak£9.50
Reviews
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention river Avon view, 12 hour beef cheek, halloumi starter and seasonal seafood.
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention river Avon view, 12 hour beef cheek, halloumi starter and seasonal seafood.
Featured reviews
- Nene Lonergan
“A beautiful restaurant with a beautiful view of the river Avon. The staff were lovely. I ordered the 12 hour beef cheek with potato dauphinois and carrots in a red wine jus. The beef was very tender and broke apart easily. The potatoes were quite salty and didn’t complement the beef too well, especially when paired with the salty jus. The dish could do with some balancing. Over all I probably would return. They do not automatically add service charge to their bill which I found pleasantly surprising. It’s good to know some restaurants still have integrity. I will be returning.”
- Pawan Deokule
“We went here on our wedding anniversary abd are both fish food lovers. This place had such a serene vibe with the waters so calm and a view of the foot bridge and boats to make that wine just open up to our senses while taking in this beautiful view. Loved it, reccomend it. Time to serve: 4 Taste: 5 Cleanliness: 5 Recommendation: Seafood based on season.”
- Isabelle Mendizabal
“Excellent view of waterway. Came at 19:00, stayed long enough to see the sunset… It was beautiful near the window. Halloumi was excellent, and steak and salad were good too. Excellent atmosphere to talk with friends and enjoy a beautiful view.”
- Connie K
“Came here to celebrate on the day of our engagement and it was such a special evening. Stunning location with great food and drinks. Our server was lovely and even gave us a glass of champagne on the house. Would definitely recommend and come back!”
- Alex Mabe
“The Boat House was easily the highlight of our trip to Stratford. We arrived a bit early and were allowed to wait outside with a glass of wine, which was a lovely touch given the beautiful riverside setting. Every single course was …”
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Customer Review Summary
The river view draws nearly every reviewer, from the sunset seen at a window table to the calm water and footbridge. Food gets praise too, with halloumi called excellent and steak and salad good. One reviewer found the 12 hour beef cheek tender but the potato dauphinois and red wine jus quite salty. One engaged couple was given champagne on the house by their server.
Location
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| Place | Rating | Distance | Mentioned in reviews |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Boat House | 4.6785 | — | river Avon view, 12 hour beef cheek, halloumi starter |
| Red Hot Mamma Stratford-upon-Avon | 4.92,184 | 0.3 mi | pizza, salami pizza, cheesy garlic bread |
| Must Go ChinagardenVegetarian options · Good for kids · Reservations | 3.3155 | 0.5 mi | dry chewy ribs, egg fried rice, prawn toast |
| The Chip Shed - WarwickWheelchair accessible | 4.41,629 | 7.8 mi away | unlimited chip refills, battered cod, veggie burger |
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