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The Sheep & Penguin, Wells, Somerset

The Sheep & Penguin

4.6
4.6
140 Reviews
£26 to £40
Gastro Pub

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2 people
20:30
Booked 3 times today
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
  • Good for groups
Welcome to The Sheep & Penguin in Wells! Elevate your dining experience with a unique blend of seasonal, locally sourced ingredients, and global inspirations. Our Gastro-pub style menu offers a tantalising journey through high-quality classics and innovative dishes that evolve with the vibrant seasons. Nestled in the heart of Wells, we proudly showcase the best of British produce, collaborating with local suppliers for an ethical and unforgettable culinary adventure. Join us for a distinctive dining experience that captures the essence of our charming location and the rich flavours of Somerset.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    £26 to £40
  • Cuisines
    Gastro Pub, Fusion / Eclectic
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Wed 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Thu–Sat 12:00 pm–11:00 pm Sun 12:00 pm–8:00 pm
  • Phone number
    01749 707092
  • Dress code
    Business Casual

What 140 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseEnergetic

Diners' Choice Awards

  • Bath/Somerset

    Innovative

  • Bath/Somerset

    Good for groups

  • Bath/Somerset

    Great for creative cocktails

  • Bath/Somerset

    Neighbourhood gem

  • Bath/Somerset

    Great for fine wines

  • Bath/Somerset

    Lively

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Sheep & Penguin in Wells is a delightful gastropub known for its "delicious food" and "exceptional service." Guests rave about the "lovely ambiance" and "friendly staff." The menu features carefully curated dishes with standout options like the "amazing cocktails." It's a "must-visit" for a memorable dining experience.

140 Reviews
  1. Weaver

    Greater Boston

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent carrots, Yorkshire pud, parsnips and potatoes and roast meat. Excellent wait staff and service - excellent pudding and all food very well presented and great quantity. Excellent value for money.

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  2. Lauren

    Bristol

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great staff and delicious food as always. Thank you

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  3. Cordelia

    London

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The menu offered a fantastic selection, and the food was truly excellent with generous portions. The staff were exceptionally friendly, helpful, and knowledgeable, always willing to explain the dishes in detail and provide great recommendations. While the ambience was quiet on this evening, there was still a good number of people dining, creating a relaxed yet enjoyable atmosphere. Service was impeccable throughout, making it a thoroughly enjoyable dining experience.

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  4. Suzanne

    Bath

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was our first visit to The Sheep & Penguin and we will definitely return, The staff, the food and the venue itself were lovely, highly recommend.

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  5. Angie

    Bath

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 15 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent as always, great food and lovely friendly service. Can't wait until we go back again soon.

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  6. Anne Marie

    Bath

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 1 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was our first visit and we will definitely return for a Sunday roast - it was delicious! Perfectly cooked, very tasty, excellent quality and generous portions. The staff were very friendly and professional too. An all-round great experience!

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  7. Henry

    VIP

    Bath

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 24 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Really great experience as usual. Would be good to have some vegan dessert options

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  8. Judith

    Bath

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 22 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A great experience.. great staff made me feel very welcome as a solo female when I arrived 30 minutes before booking because of a change in plans. Thank you.

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  9. pat

    Bath

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 17 November 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Efficient and friendly, interesting well cooked food. Excellent beer.

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  10. Emma

    Brighton

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on 9 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Visited for a Saturday evening, place was busy but not so much as to make it difficult to speak or affect service. Food was excellent and portion size was robust. Service was great. Would definitely recommend, unfortunately we are not local so we won't be able to be regular visitors.

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The Sheep & Penguin is rated 4.6 stars by 140 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
20:30
Booked 3 times today
Google Map for The Sheep & Penguin

1-2 Tucker St, Wells, Somerset BA5 2DZ

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Area
    Wells
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Wed 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Thu–Sat 12:00 pm–11:00 pm Sun 12:00 pm–8:00 pm
  • Price
    £26 to £40
  • Cuisines
    Gastro Pub, Fusion / Eclectic
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    None
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