Ye Olde Punchbowl Inn Country Inn & Gardens

4.6

1490 Reviews

£25 and under

Gastro Pub

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2 people

25 Nov 2024

19:00

Booked 21 times today

Charming
Good for special occasions
Good for groups

Ye Olde Punchbowl Inn is certainly Ye Olde, even by the standards of British country pubs. The building has been there for at least 700 years – nobody knows exactly how long it has stood on what is now Ludlow Road – and has been a pub since 1740, serving the traveller, the public of Bridgnorth and all others who entered their doors. The menu now is classically British, with a full AGA carvery, a gastro menu and a full wine list that takes in the best of local ingredients. Reserve a table and gather up your whole crew for a meal that has stood the test of time.

Take a trip down Ludlow Road just outside Bridgnorth – south of Telford and east of Wolverhampton – and experience something that applies new methods to classically British cuisine and the famous AGA Carvery. Proud to be the official first innovator of the AGA carvery. – so book a table now.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
£25 and under
Cuisines
Gastro Pub, Meat, British
Hours of Operation
Lunch Mon–Sat 12:00 pm–3:00 pm Sun 11:45 am–6:00 pm Dinner Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Fri, Sat 6:00 pm–11:00 pm
Phone number
01746 763304
Website
http://www.punchbowlinn.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive Chef
Jon & Adam
Catering
Please note we welcome outdoor dining when our gardens are available. We guarantee the use of our gardens on Sunday to everybody. If we have an event on such as a wedding, these clients have paid exclusivity for this and you will be denied access should an event take place the day you intend to visit us. Please ring in advance to check garden availability, especially in the summer months! We do not offer table service outside. Any online reservations made all tables are assigned inside the venue, if you have a specific table or area you would like to sit, please ring direct, we cannot guarantee which table you will be assigned online as it is done automatically. If you have specific allergies that require attention in advance please ring and ask for our chefs who will be more than happy to discuss bespoke dishes with 72 hours notice. For any high risk airborne allergy suffer we advise not to consume what we have on offer as food is prepared on site in an open environment.
Private party facilities
For private events, large parties, weddings, wakes, black tie dinner events, themed entertainment nights or any corporate event you must ring an events manager direct if any party exceeds 8 people. Our main function room can capacitate up to 200 people and has its own internal bar, private entrance and benefits exclusive private gardens with a large terrace, outdoor space and finally with a fully functional state of the art outdoor bar! During Covid-19 we must book all guests for HSE requirements for track and trace during this pandemic. We respectfully ask all guests adhere to our policies to create a safe dining experience for everyone and safe guarding our staff is very important to us as a company. SUNDAY SERVICE TABLE ALLOCATION The only day we use our large banqueting room is on Sunday lunchtimes if you would prefer to sit in a certain room you must book these time slots 12noon | 2pm | 4pm Bookings in OLD RESTAURANT AREA 1pm | 3pm Bookings in BANQUETING LARGE ROOM

Location
Ludlow Road, Bridgnorth, Shropshire WV16 5NQ
Area
Bridgnorth
Parking details
Large carpark adjacent to to the venue and two disabled car parking spaces available. Carpark facilities are Free of Charge
Public transit
We are a rural based country venue, walking is not advised as there are no public footpaths until to reach the main A roads. The easiest mode of transport is by car.
Additional
Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan

What 1,490 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.6Service
4.6Ambience
4.6Value

Noise • Moderate

Diners' Choice Awards

Shropshire
Best Overall
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Best Food
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Best Ambience
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Best Value
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Good for business meals
Shropshire
Child-friendly
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Good for groups
Shropshire
Good for special occasions
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Vegetarian-friendly
Shropshire
Lively
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Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Ye Olde Punchbowl Inn offers a delightful carvery experience in a picturesque countryside setting. Guests praise the "best carvery ever," with generous portions of meats and vegetables. The "friendly staff" and "excellent value for money" enhance the dining experience. It's an ideal spot for gatherings, with a welcoming atmosphere and beautiful gardens.

1,490 Reviews

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Dawn
Shropshire
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent lunch today as always Great staff great food great value for money
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IAN
Shropshire
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 5
They were very busy with a coach party and seemed slightly under staffed for the day. But all the staff on duty were excellent, friendly and courteous. There is always an excellent choice of food at the carvery and it's excellent value for money. The puddings are great.
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Matthew
Shropshire
9 reviews
5.0
9 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I love the fact that the staff remember you and offer a genuine welcome every time you return. The place was beautifully decorated for the pending Christmas Season and I was particularly taken by the new Christmas Cushions. We even had a chuckle with staff over whether I could get away with taking one home under my jumper! Keep up the good work and The Punch Bowl is definitely our go to place when we have friends staying as well as for other special occasions. Matthew Stafford
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Jennifer
Shropshire
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Went for lunch and felt warm and cosy as soon as we stepped into the restaurant. Service was very good and was made to feel welcome. The carvery is good value for money, especially if able to use the 2 courses deal.
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Anthony
Shropshire
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on 17 November 2024
1. Overall 1
2. Food 3
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 1
Well wasn’t told you needed a ticket so went up to get food and chef says we’re your ticket didn’t know anything about ticket so had to go back up bar
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Edward Overton
Shropshire
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on 17 November 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Nice welcome..bye staff seats very close together..miserable cheff serving the carvery ..plates cold vegetable s not cooked quite tuff to digest..certainly not value for money!!
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Amanda
Birmingham
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on 17 November 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
Have been several times and most of the carvers at least have a chat with you or at least smile. There is one carver who we have seen several times and he looks grumpy and does not speak to guests this was the case again today Sunday 17th November 2024 at 12:00pm it looks as though he does not want to be front facing and is quite disheartening when you ask for what meat you want, apart from that it was a great visit again as always spot on
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Donna
Shropshire
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 16 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We have been here many times and every time we have such a fantastic meal. The staff are great too. Thank you x
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Ali
Shropshire
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 10 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food was delicious and to a high standard excellent
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Sandra
Shropshire
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 10 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Fabulous as usual , broccoli as rock hard today needed cooking . That’s the only complaint
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Ye Olde Punchbowl Inn Country Inn & Gardens is rated 4.6 stars by 1490 OpenTable diners.

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2 people

25 Nov 2024

19:00

Booked 21 times today

Google Map for Ye Olde Punchbowl Inn Country Inn & Gardens

Ludlow Road, Bridgnorth, Shropshire WV16 5NQ

Additional information

Area
Bridgnorth
Hours of Operation
Lunch Mon–Sat 12:00 pm–3:00 pm Sun 11:45 am–6:00 pm Dinner Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Fri, Sat 6:00 pm–11:00 pm
Price
£25 and under
Cuisines
Gastro Pub, Meat, British
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Large carpark adjacent to to the venue and two disabled car parking spaces available. Carpark facilities are Free of Charge
Public transit
We are a rural based country venue, walking is not advised as there are no public footpaths until to reach the main A roads. The easiest mode of transport is by car.
Payment Options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Jon & Adam
Additional
Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan

Website
http://www.punchbowlinn.com/
Phone number
01746 763304
Catering
Please note we welcome outdoor dining when our gardens are available. We guarantee the use of our gardens on Sunday to everybody. If we have an event on such as a wedding, these clients have paid exclusivity for this and you will be denied access should an event take place the day you intend to visit us. Please ring in advance to check garden availability, especially in the summer months! We do not offer table service outside. Any online reservations made all tables are assigned inside the venue, if you have a specific table or area you would like to sit, please ring direct, we cannot guarantee which table you will be assigned online as it is done automatically. If you have specific allergies that require attention in advance please ring and ask for our chefs who will be more than happy to discuss bespoke dishes with 72 hours notice. For any high risk airborne allergy suffer we advise not to consume what we have on offer as food is prepared on site in an open environment.
Private party facilities
For private events, large parties, weddings, wakes, black tie dinner events, themed entertainment nights or any corporate event you must ring an events manager direct if any party exceeds 8 people. Our main function room can capacitate up to 200 people and has its own internal bar, private entrance and benefits exclusive private gardens with a large terrace, outdoor space and finally with a fully functional state of the art outdoor bar! During Covid-19 we must book all guests for HSE requirements for track and trace during this pandemic. We respectfully ask all guests adhere to our policies to create a safe dining experience for everyone and safe guarding our staff is very important to us as a company. SUNDAY SERVICE TABLE ALLOCATION The only day we use our large banqueting room is on Sunday lunchtimes if you would prefer to sit in a certain room you must book these time slots 12noon | 2pm | 4pm Bookings in OLD RESTAURANT AREA 1pm | 3pm Bookings in BANQUETING LARGE ROOM

Ye Olde Punchbowl Inn Country Inn & Gardens

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