The Mermaid

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  Jaya Sra

  ·3 weeks ago

  “I came to the Mermaid with a friend for lunch and we had lovely time. The food was incredible and the atmosphere was really nice. We were served by Maria who made sure we had an enjoyable dining experience. Would definitely recommend!”

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  kelly kent

  ·1 month ago

  “Served by Tom on a busy friday night. He was very attentive and accommodating. Very dog friendly, would definitely recommend. Food was very nice and lived up to expectations. Tom was very friendly and helpful. Will happily return.”

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  Susan Griffiths

  ·1 month ago

  “I've always loved this pub. My visits go back many times over the years. However, it had been a few years since returning. I'm pleased we have started visiting again. Most recently, our visits have been for the Sunday roast menu. Both vegetarian options we have tried were very nice. Ample portion sizes, particularly when the selection of sides is ordered alongside. Staff are largely welcoming and pleasant. A lovely, comfortable pub. Great to sit outside in the summer and watch the world go by. But also a lovely retreat from the cold weather, in the cooler months; especially when the fire is burning inside. Very cosy. And also a building of local interest. The original interior decor and design is still very present. Some interesting artwork, photos and framed historical information, all about the building itself, Wightwick Manor, the Mander family, William Morris and the local area. A lovely pub, generally, with a pleasant atmosphere.”

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  Ashley Taylor

  ·1 month ago

  “First visit today, the rib eye steak was cooked to perfection (medium) of course. Service is great, Sam was excellent and the rest of the team were warm and welcoming. 10/10.”

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  Robert Teague

  ·2 months ago

  “I’ve visited before when a friend is in the area. This Sunday the food was poor. I was given a special menu with duck as the main course yet this was not available when ordering. I chose the lamb instead. The meat was in chunks and not slices. Each chunk was fatty and not tender. The roast potatoes were appealing. Both my fiend and I left them all. They looked like they had been out all day and refried before serving. Hard and hollow. The Yorkshire pudding was ok for an ‘aunt bessies’ freezer style. I ate it and the veg. Not good enough for any price point and definitely not the premium pub price charged.”

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  Claudia Nagy

  ·2 months ago

  “Food, service and location all great. Highly recommend!”

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  David “Demodave” Lavill

  ·6 months ago

  “As we have been to The Mermaid before and had a good time. We were disappointed in the change. Food and service was poor considering the prices. Fish cakes were mainly potato, unable to eat the tough, undercooked long stalked broccoli, had to chase staff to request sauces. Did not have follow up to ask how we were finding the meal. Chocolate brownie was that hard couldn't put a knife into it. Refused to replace or remove from the bill. Ordered Mocktails, when arrived were more of an orange juice at Mocktails price. Spent £90 for 3 on poor pub food. Staff extremely unhelpful and it will be the last time we visit.”

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  Suzie Cooper

  ·10 months ago

  “The pub building was lovely. The staff were polite but inexperienced. Unfortunately, the food left a lot to be desired. Although we were seated for 12.05pm the food was only warm not hot. The meat was very dry. They had run out of profiteroles from the Christmas Fayre menu ! Won't rush back Cost £83.00 for two”

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  The Curryholic

  ·11 months ago

  “To be honest I wasn't overly looking forward to coming here given a disappointing experience at another Vintage Inn last week. However here we were for another Sunday lunch, this time with our daughter. I am really pleased that we chose here as the staff were very friendly and accommodating, and more than happy to help. The meal was unsurprisingly very similar to the previous Vintage Inn except that the beef was a bit better according to the wife who had the trio of meats. I went for the turkey as a safer bet which it turned out to be. We also went for three sides which made quite a plate full. The meal could have been a bit warmer but no complaints. I really enjoyed my Timothy Taylor's Dark ale The ladies shared a nice chocolate brownie to finish off. Overall a very pleasant and relaxing evening.”

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  MP

  ·1 year ago

  “Finally made it to the mermaid. Since few years we look at pubs/ restaurants which are dog friendly. We made reservation and did not have to wait to be seated. Although the time we visited was minke free inside but packed outside. As soon as you enter there is dog bowl and treats which is a plus for us. Food was average. I ordered fish without sauce as it had alcohol but the fish itself was very bland and had chewy bits. Chicken schnitzel was without any alcohol but the chicken itself was dry. The scallop starter was good. Staff were served food Preety quickly. We did the payment at the counter as we were in a rush to head back. Would certainly come here to try other stuff to be able to change the rating. Will recommend for dog lovers as they are allowed inside and outside.”

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