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The Blackbird Inn
The Blackbird Inn Reviews

The Blackbird Inn

British, European

Dishes priced around£14

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Reviews of The Blackbird Inn (961)

Read what people think about The Blackbird Inn. All restaurant reviews are written by verified Quandoo diners. Learn more about The Blackbird Inn before you go by getting tips and ratings from other restaurant-goers. With real-life reviews, you can see what other diners loved about The Blackbird Inn and book a table with confidence!

5.3/6

961 reviews

5.3/6

961 reviews

Food:Outstanding
Atmosphere:Excellent
Service:Excellent
Value for money:Great value
Waiting time:Very Good
Noise levels:Pleasant
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"Very good"
5/6
Christine H.5 years ago · 1 review

Thoroughly enjoyed our evening. Thought desserts were rather expensive so did not partake, though we did have coffee with a mince pie, which was a lovely touch.

"Excellent"
6/6
Alan T.5 years ago · 1 review

Will be returning as it was perfect for our first date.

"Excellent"
6/6
Stephen R.5 years ago · 1 review

Excellent service throughout and fantastic food. We will be back 😁

"Excellent"
6/6
Lesley H.5 years ago · 1 review

Catch up with girls very nice atmosphere food good but not when you are trying to cut the calories had a nice night staff excellent thank you

"Excellent"
6/6
J.B. P.5 years ago · 1 review

A thoroughly enjoyable evening. The staff were pleasant and helpful, the food was fresh, tasty and not overloaded with carbs. Most importantly they were able to supply a diabetic pudding, having been given a reasonable amount of notice. Could we perhaps find a diabetic dessert appearing on the menu at some point?

"Very good"
5/6
Stephen C.5 years ago · 1 review

excellent experience, and food. busy but still with good staff and a vast choice

"Excellent"
6/6
Hels C.5 years ago · 1 review

Fabulous Sunday dinner we will be back! Great portion sizes and choice of veg 😊

"Very good"
5/6
carole L.5 years ago · 1 review

Sunday lunch was lovely. Beef cooked to our liking and a good selection of vegetables. Will certainly go back for Sunday lunch.

"Excellent"
6/6
Robyn S.5 years ago · 2 reviews

Really homely atmosphere and fab food, will most definitely be coming back!

"Very good"
5/6
Louise G.5 years ago · 2 reviews

Lovely food and good atmosphere. Will definitely go back again.

"Very good"
5/6
Gary A.5 years ago · 4 reviews

Great food, really busy place, booking essential on Sundays I would think

"Very good"
5/6
Paul D.5 years ago · 1 review

Good food and ambience for Sunday lunch and excellent service.

"Average"
3/6
Claire S.5 years ago · 1 review

We had a lovely table and the place was busy with a good atmosphere. However the service was really poor. We ordered mains only and it took about 45 mins from ordering for them to arrive. The staff serving us barely said a word. Not what we’ve come to expect from The Blackbird. We also waited longer than expected for desserts to arrive. The food itself was very average and none of us were particularly impressed. Such a shame as this was for my fathers birthday and we’ve had good experiences previously. Sadly this visit has put us off returning any time soon.

"Very good"
5/6
Nanette T.5 years ago · 1 review

Lovely surroundings, the open fire was most welcome after a chilly walk. The Sunday lunch was very tasty with a nice selection of veg and a very tempting choice of puddings. Will definitely be returning

"Excellent"
6/6
Colin P.5 years ago · 1 review

Good food, efficient friendly service. Our American guests thought it was the best meal.

"Excellent"
6/6
Holly L.5 years ago · 1 review

Fab food and service, can't wait to come back! Thank you

"Excellent"
6/6
valeriei s.5 years ago · 1 review

superb food in a lovely location !! top rated Sunday lunch.

"Excellent"
6/6
Julie W.5 years ago · 2 reviews

Excellent service excellent food! We’ll be back soon . Thank you!!

"Excellent"
6/6
Roy M.5 years ago · 1 review

Downstairs bar very lively, but upstairs restaurant very quiet with some of the character of the original building (castle then manor house) still visible. Lovely food served upstairs accompanied by a fantastic 'bin end' 2015 Pauillac bordeaux. Excellent service. Highly recommended.

"Excellent"
6/6
James D.5 years ago · 1 review

Delicious food (not too small portions), friendly and attentive service, beautiful old surroundings (especially upstairs) and comfortable seats... we have thoroughly enjoyed our meal and shall be returning.

"Excellent"
6/6
Lynne S.5 years ago · 1 review

Sunday lunch with elderly parent, excellent choice and great quality

"Excellent"
6/6
Sue S.5 years ago · 1 review

Outstanding lunch with fast friendly service - Blackbird you never disappoint- thank you

"Very good"
5/6
Helen N.5 years ago · 3 reviews

Overall really nice time and meal. Only compliant is that the vegetables were hard, but appreciate some people like them that way. Sticky toffee pudding was lush. Nicely decorated for Halloween too.

"Excellent"
6/6
Sharon J.5 years ago · 10 reviews

Lovely setting. We ate in the bar area this time but it was fine, as most people were eating there too. Food was excellent as usual.

"Excellent"
6/6
David R.5 years ago · 7 reviews

We’ve been to The Blackbird on many occasions and have never been disappointed. I think the standards of food and service are good

"Excellent"
6/6
Helen W.5 years ago · 1 review

Lovely welcoming friendly staff and delicious lunch. Would visit again.

"Very good"
5/6
Michael G.5 years ago · 3 reviews

Good food and service we will definitely go again. L

"Good"
4/6
Chris C.5 years ago · 1 review

Confused by the restaurant/ busy bar what are you bar/restaurant make your mind up think it needs to be kept separate, Very nice food and great service!!

"Very good"
5/6
Alan M.5 years ago · 9 reviews

Great food. Very busy so a bit loud for those with some hearing issues. Friendly service.

"Excellent"
6/6
Dorothy H.5 years ago · 1 review

Beautiful restaurant very quirky!! lovely friendly staff & the best fish & chips I’ve ever tasted.

"Excellent"
6/6
Emma L.5 years ago · 2 reviews

Had a fantastic time. Great service and atmosphere,excellent food. Can't wait to go back!

"Excellent"
6/6
Sandy C.5 years ago · 2 reviews

Good service, ambience & excellent food. Staff very helpful & friendly.

"Average"
3/6
Margaret W.5 years ago · 1 review

I was disappointed that our table was in the bar and not in the restaurant. I had booked on 5 September for meal on 1 October and am sure that those lucky enough to be in the restaurant would have booked after me. Our table was not ready as non diners were sitting at it and waited to be asked before they moved. The bar was very noisy and I felt awkward sitting eating surrounded by drinkers.

"Good"
4/6
Steve E.5 years ago · 3 reviews

The acoustics are poor in the tunnel room but that has to be expected, so always look to sit upstairs. Sunday lunch was ok, the veg really nice. Their best food is evening fare rather than Sunday lunch.

"Good"
4/6
John C.5 years ago · 2 reviews

A very pleasant evening but the food was possibly not as good as usual, perhaps that was due to it being very busy. The staff, although helpful, could have been a bit more professional; they attempted to take our wine glasses away without confirming if we wanted wine. However our evening was not affected by these minor things. The atmosphere was excellent, especially foe a Tuesday night. Would still recommend.

"Excellent"
6/6
Eileen K.5 years ago · 2 reviews

Excellent Sunday lunch very tasty and extra gravy without asking for it

"Excellent"
6/6
John G.5 years ago · 1 review

Always a great place to eat and drink service fab food amazing

"Average"
3/6
Val M.5 years ago · 1 review

Wonderful meal was spoilt by the smell of wet dog

"Very good"
5/6
Sharon J.5 years ago · 10 reviews

Delicious, hot, plentiful food. Everyone in our party enjoyed their meal.

"Very good"
5/6
Nigel T.5 years ago · 1 review

Good service. Nice food, wait times a bit long but busy time

"Excellent"
6/6
XXXXX X.5 years ago · 1 review

Fabulous food, excellent service would highly recommend and we shall definitely be going back.

"Very good"
5/6
Sarah S.5 years ago · 2 reviews

Good food. Good service. Good price. Would highly recommended visiting

"Very good"
5/6
Jason S.5 years ago · 1 review

Best dinner with just to two of us thank you

"Excellent"
6/6
Susan B.5 years ago · 1 review

Steaks cooked to perfection, staff friendly and attentive, an enjoyable evening. Will return.

"Excellent"
6/6
Paul G.5 years ago · 1 review

We had a great night, food and staff where excellent

"Excellent"
6/6
Geoff B.5 years ago · 1 review

Excellent food very friendly service tip top! Would go again

"Very good"
5/6
Val S.5 years ago · 1 review

Great food Good service Enjoyed the experience.Will be back soon

"Excellent"
6/6
Robert K.5 years ago · 1 review

Delicious Sunday lunch by a fun, friendly and helpful staff - thanks very much

"Very good"
5/6
Eileen O.5 years ago · 1 review

Waitress was very good and very much a "people person"

"Good"
4/6
Debra W.5 years ago · 2 reviews

Excellent food but service just average. Would go back due to food being so good

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