The Runner

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  B Ball

  ·1 month ago

  “Been here in the week and weekend and tried both the 'sunday roast' and 'himilayan' menu. Both fabulous. Best roast we've ever had. Two huge potions of pork belly which is my fave and was insane. Hubby had the 3 meat roast and he was proper chuffed. Only constructive criticism we have is that there was no cauliflower cheese but honestly this meal made up for it in many other ways. The stuffing was excellent (and that's usually my least favourite thing). From previous visits I've had the Butter Chicken and it's one of the best Currys I've had, especially if you ask the chef to 'spice it up', just WOW, literally everything I want from a curry. Love this place, and it's local, so a massive bonus. We are lucky to have such great people managing the place xx”

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  Giles

  ·1 month ago

  “Visited this place last night and we were totally blown away! The staff were so welcoming and friendly Sam made us feel like we friends! So amazing. The food was excellent. I had the Bhuna that I ordered with Kheema naan and it was delicious! Such flavours and quality of products. I look forward to coming back soon. Thanks for making our evening perfect ❤️”

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  Parrott Forge

  ·2 months ago

  “Went here for a family birthday meal. Everyone enjoyed the food (3 doggie bags taken home). The waiting folk's had a mental ability to know when we needed something (drinks). We will be adding this place to our family meal routine!”

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  Cherri Parsons

  ·3 months ago

  “Gorgeous pub with great views and facilities. The food was incredible 🤤 The staff were very welcoming and friendly. Would definitely recommend ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐”

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  Charlie John

  ·3 months ago

  “Tremendouse in every way. Booked a table for Sunday lunch and was greater well by all staff. Full table service for food and drinks plus nonattrusive attention to make sure everything was perfect. The toast beef was excellent with extra flavour due to the Himalayan influence, a real treat. Large portions as well and it all came to the table piping hot. Exceptional treat.”

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  Chaos Lord

  ·3 months ago

  “Me and my girlfriend we went in this place in 12.07.2026 and we want to order mocktail and starter . I was asking for 2 mocktails and I was shocked by the answer from the man who working in the bar . He told me he cannot make mocktails because is too much work for the staff. After that I said we gonna cancel the food order and we leave the place . When he heard what I said he decided to make 2 mocktails for us . Moktails and food was lovely but service costumer need more improvements .”

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  Michelle

  ·4 months ago

  “The Runner serves amazing Himalayan dishes (the Korma is fantastic), but today I tried a Sunday roast, it was really good, would definitely recommend. The staff are amazing, and the pub garden is great for nicer weather.”

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  Suzanne Brown

  ·8 months ago

  “We have drove past this pub so many times and never been in before today. What can I say it was such a lovely friendly pub, they were very busy and we wanted to eat . The manger made sure we had a table and was very welcoming. All the staff were smiling and very on the ball . Cleaning tables as soon as we're left . Our food was amazing, we had the Himalayan Currys and was very tasty and presented lovely. Can not fault anything about the pub . We will be back”

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  Colin Ward

  ·11 months ago

  “Very disappointing meal out. My fries were so over cooked the insides had disappeared. The wrap tasted only of iceberg lettuce. No sauce inside and very little chicken. The tikka paneer had no flavour. The curries my husband and friend had, were enjoyable but required extra gravy as it looked dry. Food took over an hour to come out. The place itself is very tired looking and smells like an old loft. We will not be returning”

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  nicola stevens

  ·1 year ago

  “The Runner My Mum & Dad live just up the road. They recommended it as they had been there a few times recently. A bit sceptical as The runner had gone down hill the last time we visited. WOW 🤩 What’s not to like?straight away the atmosphere was amazing ,everyone really welcoming & friendly. The staff & owner were exceptional,nothing too much trouble. The food…..to die for 😋😋😋 If you like curry then you will be in curry heaven🥘 Authentic Himalayan curries….absolutely delicious. Much better than any curry house. You could tell it was all cooked from scratch using beautiful fresh ingredients. Between us we had the fish, prawn & lamb curries all absolutely delicious. Rice & naan bread were also beautifully cooked. The restaurant offers other meals but we are curry mad so this suited us. All I can say is next time we are in Swindon we will be back✔️✔️✔️ We wish you every success as you deserve it. Thank you ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️”

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