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The Fox Inn
The Fox Inn, nestled in the heart of a picturesque village, offers a quintessentially British pub dining experience, renowned for its rustic charm and exceptional menu. This traditional pub delivers a perfect blend of warm hospitality, hearty meals, and a welcoming atmosphere. Whether you’re seeking a casual meal with friends or a place for a family celebration, The Fox Inn provides the ideal setting for both.
Cuisine Quality:
At The Fox Inn, the focus is on quality, locally sourced ingredients. The menu combines classic British pub fare with innovative touches that elevate the dining experience. A standout feature is the ever-popular Sunday roast, with tender meats, golden crispy potatoes, and fresh, seasonal vegetables. Each dish is thoughtfully crafted to ensure balance, with rich flavors and textures that satisfy the appetite.
The pub’s seafood offerings are particularly notable, with the fish and chips being a local favorite. The batter is light and crispy, and the fish inside is perfectly flaky and tender. The sauces accompanying the dishes, such as tartar sauce and homemade gravy, complement the flavors without overpowering the fresh ingredients.
For those seeking something more adventurous, The Fox Inn also offers a selection of gourmet burgers and inventive salads. The burger patties are made from high-quality beef, grilled to perfection, and topped with an array of fresh, flavorful ingredients that enhance each bite.
Service and Atmosphere:
The Fox Inn’s friendly and professional staff enhance the overall dining experience. They are quick to offer recommendations from the menu and ensure that guests feel welcome throughout their visit. The service is efficient without feeling rushed, allowing guests to enjoy their meal at a relaxed pace.
The interior of the pub is both cosy and inviting, with wooden beams, a crackling fireplace, and vintage décor that evoke a sense of tradition and warmth. The atmosphere is vibrant yet intimate, making it a perfect place for a quiet dinner or a lively gathering with friends and family.
Menu Highlights:
- Sunday Roast: A comforting and satisfying meal with perfectly roasted meats, crispy potatoes, and seasonal vegetables.
- Fish and Chips: A British classic, with crispy batter and perfectly cooked fish, served with tangy tartar sauce.
- Gourmet Burgers: High-quality beef patties topped with fresh ingredients, offering a modern twist on a traditional favorite.
Value and Overall Experience:
The Fox Inn strikes a perfect balance between affordability and high-quality dining. The portions are generous, and the prices are reasonable, making it an excellent choice for those looking for value without compromising on taste. The pub’s reputation for offering delicious, home-style food in a relaxed and welcoming setting makes it a go-to destination for both locals and visitors alike.
In conclusion, The Fox Inn stands out as a beloved local gem, offering a warm, inviting atmosphere and an exceptional menu that celebrates the best of British cuisine. Whether you're enjoying a leisurely meal with loved ones or stopping in for a pint, The Fox Inn promises a memorable dining experience.
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The Fox Inn Reviews (857)
We have over the years and pre covid visited the Fox on a regular basis. The owners are delightful and have been ever since we’ve been going there . The selection of beer is always varied and kept brilliantly, the wine is exceptional and is very well priced, compared to other local establishments. We quite often have Sunday lunch there and even if we haven’t booked the owners always some how find space for us . However after today’s experience at 6.30pm today I doubt we will be going back there for some time . They have a really rude female bar assistant working there . Dogs have always been welcome at the Fox , and we were rudely told to put ours on a lead even though the pub was virtually empty , not a problem, but perhaps there could be a sign saying so !! Even the owners keep their lovely old retriever off the lead ! The rather rude bar assistant then made a rather derogatory remark about me to her male colleague , thinking I couldn’t hear and was quietly told by her colleague to keep her voice down , at that point we paid our £42 bar tab and left . I wouldn’t dissuade anyone going to this lovely pub , but I’m afraid we won’t be back for some time . In fact the same bar assistant was very rude to us once before when we had a great Sunday lunch, but she messed up the order !!!less
Sunday lunch with friends - delicious meal and dessert - great service by friendly staff - all this ensures we will definitely be returning less
We have just had Christmas lunch and we were impressed by the food and the service. This is probably the 4th year we have been here at Christmas and intend to book again next year. Thanks to all at the Fox!less
Great to be back at The Fox. Nice warm woodburners, tasty and delicious food which arrived in a reasonable time despite being massively busy. Pies were to die for as were the mushrooms yum yum ????. Staff were polite and patient, almost saint like despite having to deal with chronic moaners that were out for free meals. Yes it’s an old pub but it’s a free house. No it doesn’t have a baby changing room, but the staff will go out of their way to provide a baby changing mat and somewhere with plenty of room. Always been accommodating. Yes it’s low ceilings and the odd step here and there. But it’s character and it’s cosy and homely. If you can’t handle that, stick to your Wetherspoons or crypt. Keep it up folks! Will be back again before Xmas for sure! less
All the positives first.. great service, the bar staff and waitress were great! The wine was lovely (Chenin blanc) and really well priced. The pub itself is homely, welcoming, clean and traditional. The Ladies loo is an example of the attention to detail! Starters were soo good.... the mushrooms with the bread and sauce and teryaki beef. Perfect! The mains were just ok. The slow cooked pork 'special' was a very thinly disguised rehash of Sunday roast dinner, flabby fat, and dry sliced pork, a portion of typical sunday veg. The sauce was very nice, as were the roast potatoes. But not as you would expect a slow cooked pork dish in sauce would present. The fish and chips were disappointing, fish dry, the chips soggy and coated, i'm not sure they were hand cut. I'm also not sure but I would say the vinegar was watered down. However the batter was really nice and tasty. Not ones to waste food we did eat most, so not inedible.less