The Talbot Inn

3.9

500 Reviews

£25 and under

British

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2 people

15 Mar 2025

19:00

Booked 3 times today

About this restaurant

Charming
Good for special occasions
Great for outdoor dining

We believe that it is possible to provide outstanding quality food in stylish yet informal surroundings at sensible prices and we have a reputation for doing just that.

Our accomplished Head Chef and his team produce delicious, seasonal dishes with a big focus on locally sourced produce.

The Talbot Ripley"s menus feature imaginative modern British a la carte dishes, as well as traditional classics and seafood specialities. For those with a sweet tooth we have an array of mouth-watering puddings that are quite simply, to die for!

We have a choice of areas in which you can dine, from our cosy bar with its 15th Century beams and open log fires to our restaurant which features a stunning copper ceiling and glass wall overlooking the Summer terrace and garden.

WE TAKE AFTERNOON TEA RESERVATIONS ON THE PHONE AT 01483 225188 OR EMAIL AT info@thetalbotripley.com

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
£25 and under
Cuisines
British
Hours of Operation
Breakfast Mon–Fri 7:00 am–9:30 am Sat, Sun 8:00 am–10:00 am Lunch Daily 12:00 pm–2:15 pm Sandwich Menu Mon–Sat 12:00 pm–5:00 pm Afternoon Tea Daily 2:30 pm–5:00 pm Dinner Daily 6:00 pm–8:30 pm
Phone number
01483 225188
Website
http://www.bespokehotels.com/talbotinn/pages/dining
Payment Options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive Chef
Michael Richardson
Private party facilities
We have various meeting rooms in the hotel catering from 10 up to 100 people. We can also separate the conservatory off from the main restaurant, this is able to cater up to 30 people for dining.

Location
Ripley House, High Street, Woking, Surrey GU23 6BB
Area
Ripley
Parking details
We have parking for up to 30 cars in the hotel car park. There is also plenty of on street parking in the local area.
Public transit
Bus 462 & 515 stop 100 yards away at the local post office
Additional
Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan

What 500 people are saying

The Talbot Inn reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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3.9

3.9 based on recent ratings

3.9Food
4.1Service
3.8Ambience
3.9Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

The Talbot Inn offers a charming historic setting in the heart of Surrey, praised for its "excellent service," "delicious food," and "lovely atmosphere." The inn features a picturesque garden and a "light and airy garden room." While some reviews note service inconsistencies and menu limitations, the overall dining experience is pleasant and satisfying.

500 Reviews

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Sarah
Hampshire2 reviews
1.0
Dined on 6 March 2025
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 1
Food was cold. Rice was microwaved and served in lumps. As compensation we were not charged for our drinks which was very fair but it’s a shame as it’s such a lovely old place. I’m in Ripley in a couple of weeks with some school friends and will need to book for dinner but it won’t be the Talbot.
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David
Kent2 reviews
4.0
Dined on 1 March 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
We ate twice at the Tabot as staying 2 nights. First night Louisiana Spiced Chicken Burger & Talbot Beef Burger diferent burgers all very well cooked, and presented served with chunky chips and washed down with Aspall cider. 2nd night Marinated Pork Fillet follwed by Fried Apple Gyozas myself the 12" Rock the Parma pizza (more than enough) again all well presented cooked and with good service, large house red and pint of Aspall
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Liz
London19 reviews
5.0
Dined on 25 January 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Lovely lunch today with my son ! Food was excellent and service also ! Must come back for the afternoon tea it looked lovely.
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JOHN
London54 reviews
5.0
Dined on 19 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our second lunch within a month, and all expectations met. Great service; great food; great value - delightful.
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Angela
Nottingham3 reviews
4.0
Dined on 13 December 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
The food was good, however my dinner had to be returned as was only lukewarm, which was disappointing.
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JOHN
London54 reviews
5.0
Dined on 6 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We were checking out The Talbot as the venue for a private party. It passed with flying colours - excellent, friendly service with lovely, tasty food at sensible prices - and very nicely presented!
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Sally
London3 reviews
5.0
Dined on 20 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
As always delicious food and great service. We particularly enjoyed the wine on this visit, merlot and pinot rose. We'll be back again soon x
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Steve
Surrey1 review
5.0
Dined on 18 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food and lovely service although the conservatory area was a little cold!
The Talbot InnResponded on 19 November 2024
Thank you Steve, our apologies it was a little cold but i can assure you our heating is now on full power so we hope to welcome you back again!
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Yelsel
London3 reviews
2.0
Dined on 15 November 2024
1. Overall 2
2. Food 1
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
My parents were guests at the hotel so I booked them a table at the restaurant for dinner, but unfortunately, the food was very poor! My parents had different meals but both contained chicken and they were both unwell later that evening! It sounds like they need to update their chef ASAP!!
The Talbot InnResponded on 19 November 2024
Thank you for your feedback. As soon as this was bought to our attention on the day we investigated and explained the reason why the chicken burger comes out slightly pink-the chicken is thigh and not breast. I can assure you we served around 8 of exactly the same burgers the same day and all was well. We hope to welcome your parents back to The Talbot again.
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Christine
Surrey11 reviews
5.0
Dined on 14 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent on every level! We most certainly will be back!
The Talbot InnResponded on 19 November 2024
Thank you so much Christine! Your positive feedback is very much appreciated.
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The Talbot Inn is rated 3.9 stars by 500 OpenTable diners.

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2 people

15 Mar 2025

19:00

Booked 3 times today

Ripley House, High Street, Woking, Surrey GU23 6BB

Additional information

Area
Ripley
Hours of Operation
Breakfast Mon–Fri 7:00 am–9:30 am Sat, Sun 8:00 am–10:00 am Lunch Daily 12:00 pm–2:15 pm Sandwich Menu Mon–Sat 12:00 pm–5:00 pm Afternoon Tea Daily 2:30 pm–5:00 pm Dinner Daily 6:00 pm–8:30 pm
Price
£25 and under
Cuisines
British
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
We have parking for up to 30 cars in the hotel car park. There is also plenty of on street parking in the local area.
Public transit
Bus 462 & 515 stop 100 yards away at the local post office
Payment Options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Michael Richardson
Additional
Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan

Website
http://www.bespokehotels.com/talbotinn/pages/dining
Phone number
01483 225188
Private party facilities
We have various meeting rooms in the hotel catering from 10 up to 100 people. We can also separate the conservatory off from the main restaurant, this is able to cater up to 30 people for dining.

The Talbot Inn

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Menu

The Talbot "1453" Afternoon Tea

Selection of Assorted Finger Sandwiches

Homemade Scones with Clotted Cream

Selection of Cakes

Lady Hamilton's Afternoon Tea

125ml Glass of House Bubbles

Selection of Assorted Finger Sandwiches

Homemade Scones with Clotted Cream

Selection of Cakes

Cream Tea

Homemade Scones, Jam And Clotted Cream

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