Restored old pub in beautiful country setting. Food was very good. We started with whitebait which…read morewas delicious. I had the sausage dish and my companion had the fish. Both were well cooked and yummy. Service was quick and friendly.

Lovely setting with grassland walks nearby…read more I selected the steak and ale pie and was disappointed to be presented with only a third of a full pie on my plate! There were about 10 chips and 50-60 peas swimming in gravy. All very tasty but the small helping of pie looked and tasted as if it had been cooking all day. Gents toilets were clean inside but were hideously in full view of guests and constructed from an old portacabin with dirty weather-beaten (once) white sides and a glaringly yellow door! Someone had written "gents" on an A4 piece of paper and stuck it to the door. The building looked as though it had been positioned there temporarily ten years ago.! Room for improvement would include fencing off the gents toilet if this is the only place for it and a more accessible outside tap to get water for dogs which didn't have a sprinkler system already attached to it!

When we when in to the dinning room we were put on to a table by the window which was cold, but the…read moremanager put us by a lovely log stove. The staff were very chatty. We found it was just time between courses. I had a rump steak which was very good. My wife had gammon with pineapple & my Mother in Law had Lamb shank which they both enjoyed. We were made very welcome. The only down side there was no wifi

£14.50 for 2 courses. It wasn't very nice and it wasn't worth the money. The Sunday roast beef was…read morethe commercial pre-formed round slice of dry cardboard, it didn't taste of anything. Gravy didn't taste like gravy, the roast pots were cold & soft but a lovely golden roasted colour that would have been excellent if crispy. The mixed fruit crumble was apple but nethertheless it was very nice. All dessserts came with a choice of cream, icecream or custard which is good! But if I am being brutally honest the only good thing about the 'Temeside Inn' Sunday lunch that I liked was the vegetables which were cooked perfectly and in bountiful quantities. I kind of got the feeling that if the chef was allowed to do his/her own thing in that place, that the food there would be far better. Great staff by the way, good carpark, fabulous beer garden and great location by the river.

We always come here when we are with my in-laws as my sister in law when she was little works as a…read morewaitress. So lots of fond memories. Yet, memories aside the food sometime is average, good and excellent. This time we went I had the lamb steak and chips. This was excellent! My lamb melted in my mouth. The meat flakes off one by one where you can see the strands of the meat. Although my carrots were a bit watery and not enough seasoning. This was counter balanced with really crispy golden chips. So the world is good again! Despite of little kinks here and there. I have given it a 5 stars due to the friendly service and the fact you help your self to free breads. In which, not a lot of places trust their customers like this especially not in a pub. The price is average. They have special menu on chalkboard that changes everyday.

This a really friendly, inviting, warm country pub, on the outskirts of astwood bank. The food is…read morehome cooked, with a wide menu, which changes depending on whats in season. They often have lots of fish dishes on th menu. The bar staff are really friendly and welcoming. They have a basket out with free bread and butter, which is a favourite of mine- sometimes i fill up on the bread and butter and then am not very hungry!

While the service was a bit tentative, and it was pretty warm inside after another day in the mid…read more70s, the servers were nice, and the food was great. Next time, perhaps we'll sit outside. They begin serving food at 6 pm.

Absolutely an unique an delightful experience at this beautiful and charming inn.Cozy rooms,and…read morevery friendly staff. This inn was established around 1700s.Did I mention that their chef is very good too? I had my first "Winter Warmer" here made with Pedrino We will be back!!

We had a terrific meal. Simple, well prepared hake and super filling superfood salad by prepared…read morePaul . Molly our server friendly and quite helpful .

Sadly the Swan has gone downhill... I've been here several before and it was always delicious…read more Now, it's mediocre and feels like a soulless chain. Here's what we experienced: - no one greeting guests - tables with uncleared plates of half eaten food and dirty glasses - disinterested staff - cheap paper menus with stains, curling edges - mediocre food with low quality ingredients - once we were served our food, we didn't interact with our waitress again until we finally had to flag her down to get our check - humid atmosphere with a fish smell Ugh.

On a day out of the city we visited this super secluded pub on the outskirts of Kings…read moreNorton/Wythall. I actually really like the vibe of the place! Apparently this place brews their own ales onsite which I like a lot I however am not drinking at the moment so went for a reliable diet coke and just took in the country side setting and traditional vibe of the space......oh....and half a pack of pork scratchings ;) If you are looking for a nice quiet traditional countryside pub where you can walk in in your wellies with the dogs this is ideal!

Revisited -8/8/12. I checked the website to read the menu, and saw things were the same; which was…read moregreat I was looking forward to the whiting, and the fillet steak. As I have said before, one of the best places around for a fillet steak. It was our wedding anniversary, and my wife and I were looking forward to the evening. I'd booked a taxi (£20 round trip), booked the table. All set Arrived very few people in the place, the music was bordering on the funereal (ner the end of the evening the CD went into a stutter). Still I had my steak to look forward to. Arrggh! They've changed the menu. No whitebait, no fillet steak. New Chef! I was a captive audience. The next best thing I liked on the starter menu was the pâté. This was good, the toast was nice and hot, the pâté was flavoursome, and the Cumberland chutney added to the flavour. The only thing that let it down was that I was looking forward to the whitebait. Now that I have revisited the site I can see where things went wrong. I used the drop down tab Real Food and looked at the standard menu. I should have looked to the left-hand side and looked at the item: **Take a look at our 2012 main menu** Unfortunately, this wasn't obvious enough on my previous visit to the site. If you have top tabs then that is where I am going to go first and not news items. Drinks to start I had a pint of WHB My wife had a large glass of Pinot Grigio; it would have been more cost effective to have bought the bottle. Again I missed read the wine menu per glass prices. Perhaps it's my age. My wife chose the sirloin steak, and I had the ribeye. They were very tender, but mine was quite thin for a ribeye, and the streaks of fat, that normally makes this steak juicy, were absent. The chips were nice and chunky, but too much for me after the starter. The waitress assured me that the peas weren't tinned, but they had that sweet flavour. However, I must admit that I enjoyed the flavour. It was all washed down with our favourite red wine Marqués de Cáceres Rioja Crianza a bit overpriced at c.£19, shop price is about £9.50. We even order another bottle of wine at the end, a Pinot Grigio, that was nice too. The waitress was very attentive, and took time to chat, but I suspect that was due to the lack of clientele. Also, when I arrived, I couldn't see my name in the book for the reservations. Yes, the evening was clouded by what we expected, and what we went to the restaurant for in the first place. My wife said she wouldn't revisit. I've dropped it one start, but really would only have done so by a half. Shame.27/7/11 Update Food good as usual. One of the best places locally for a good fillet steak. I have mine blue, and no blood oozing out. I didn't have a sweet, but I had a starter of whitebait, which was very nice. My wife went for the traditional prawn cocktail. She enjoyed. This is so 70s, but it's a favourite with most people. I enjoyed the beer. The wine, which we have bought in Spain when on holiday, was perhaps a bit overpriced, but couldn't fault the taste. Only one fly in the ointment I had to wait over half an hour for the bill. -- I haven't been back here for quite some time. When we arrived it was packed with elderly folk, and I believe they do a special deal before 18:30, but I haven't got the details. Starters, not a great selection from my point of view, but that makes for an easier time in the kitchen. I had the pate, and it was fine, I like mine coarser, but still very nice. My wife like deep fried brie, and there was plenty for a starter. We decided to take the chance on the 21 day hung Scottish beef. We both had the fillet. My wife likes hers closer to well done, whereas I prefer blue. If the steak is as sold it shouldn't be a problem. Both were actually quite something. Mine just seem to melt in my mouth, and had a lovely taste. My wife enjoyed hers, and left some simply because of too mu brie. So I helped out. Everything was freshly prepared and cooked. The starters had freshly prepared salad. None of this preparing in the morning, going dry in the afternoon, and served limp in the evening. The staff were friendly, and joined in with the banter. Yep, a place well worth visiting. I was too full for the sweets. I hear that the pub side have very good ales. Comment from their website: The only pub to win the CAMRA Pub of the Year Award four years running. Evening Mail Restaurant of the Year.Returning on the 18/9/09 will do a follow up review. Some people hade said that this place isn't consistent, but it has been for me. I had the Chilli Chicken for my starter, and it was delicious. The chilli sauce sweet, with a little kick. I had the T-Bone steak this time, and wasn't disappointed. My wife had the fillet, and it was equally as good. A chatty waitress who we knew from a previous restaurant. If you get her talking, she won't stop. No, that's not a criticism, she was very nice, and funny, with some witty banter.

Spotted this place on park 4 night and glad I chose here. Nice camping site for vans and motor…read morehomes but just as important. The staff were so so friend, attentive and knew their stuff. Thanks for making a solo traveller feel welcomed. Hint. If your going for the burger keep some space free as it's a whopper. Inside is nicely charming, clean and tidy. Next time I'm in the area will defo be popping in again.

The Red Lion is a big old georgian looking building on the border between Worcestershire and…read moreHerefordshire. They lean more towards food than drink these days, as most country pubs have to now, and the food they serve is always well cooked. My last fillet steak was ordered blue and came to me somewhere between blue and rare, not a bad effort at all. They are very child friendly, and have a beer garden out at the back. There are also some nice country walks nearby, and as long as you ask at the bar, they are happy for you to leave your car in their carpark while you take your stroll.

I did reaad the mixed reviews on TripAdvisor, but decided to give it a go…read more I booked, and also had another e-mail to confirm I was definitely keeping the booking. Three of us arrived 15 minutes early, and not a problem. Shown to our table, and left with the food menus amd wine menu. Our friend chose the wine, and I had a lager shandy. Friend and my wife had a double gin and tonic and large glass of pinot grigio, respectively. When the bottle of wine turned up, it came with one of those containers that are supposed to keep the wine cooled. My friend asked for a wine bucket with ice and water. No problem said the waiter. Appeared back almost immediately. Service was good and atttentive. Drinks: Gordons Gin (double) - 5.80 Pinot Grigio (250ml) - 7.60 2 x Amstel shandies - 9.60 1 x brandy for the Affogato - 3.90 Fevetree Tonic Water - 2.80 Starters: 2 x Mushrooms with blue cheese - 16.50 Tacos for me, but can't remember what it said about them - 7.95 All of enjoy them. Mains: 2 x Lamb - 35.90 1 x beef - 17.95 They came roast potatoes, butter mashed potatoes, carrots, brocolli, and cauliflower. All cooked perfectly, and on a separate dish for us to help ourselves. We never managed to polish them off. Friend request extra gravy and it was there in an instant. Sweets: Sticky toffee pudding - 5.25 Affocatto (with the added brandy above, in a separate glass an espresso coffee and vanilla ice cream - 5.25 Friend had an Americano coffee - 3.10 Added £10 to the bill for the service. Had a really good time, with a little banter with the waiting staff. Clearly we'll definitely return.

Not going to lie, I was disappointed with this place. The people who referred us to the restaurant…read moreare regular foodies and have great taste, so I suppose you could say that I had high expectations. It was good that we booked ahead, as the place was packed. The menu was relatively strange, with an odd selection of dishes. All the food was pretty heavy and with few to none light, starter dishes. It took our food nearly an hour to come out. Good thing I opted to share a main with someone as the portions here are ridiculously large. Even split in half, neither of us could finish our dishes. Our dessert was pretty "meh." we ordered the lemon curd "yogurt" and berries, but the yogurt was more of a cream consistency. Definitely nothing to rave about. Also, it was so hot in this pub, we all had to leave for a breath of fresh air at some point. Don't get me wrong, I love the whole "cozy" feeling, but we were absolutely roasting.