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The Fontmell Shaftesbury Reviews from The Last Year
Fabulous birthday supper
Opened the door to a crammed and vibrant bar. Passed through to a peaceful and tastefully decorated dining room across a bridge over a stream! I could have eaten almost everything on the menu, but chose crispy squid (which was outstanding) followed by herb crusted monkfish in lobster bisque chowder (which was very good although I was disappointed that it was served with some of the membrane still attached). Service was exceptional and it didn’t break the bank. We will be back.
Great!
Delicious (and generous portion) squid for lunch. Everyone in our party (of ten) was complimentary about their food. Charming and professional service which takes some doing with a large group of individuals. Saw the new menu and very much looking forward to returning.
You will not be disappointed
Lovely lunch at The Fontmell today with friends. Cally and Matt prepared gorgeous three course lunches and looked after us with really good sized portions. Arnie and Felix were very attentive and we lacked for nothing. The choices were excellent and the food was outstanding. Was rather stuffed afterwoods.
Amazing lunch
We all had an excellent meat at this delightful Pub. The service was top class and very efficient. You were not rushed at anytime and could take as long as you wanted. The food delicious and plentiful. I would recommend the Ham Hock for starter, the portion size is generous with large chunks of ham in a delicate jelly. There is a new menu coming out for the Spring so will definitely be going back for that. Well done Arnie and Team
Hidden Gem!
If you’re unsure about booking this place for a bite to eat - just book it. You won’t be disappointed. Basically - simple menu options done brilliantly. We haven’t eaten at this pub for a couple of years and thought that we would give it a go, knowing that was under new ownership. From start to finish, this was a brilliant meal. Although the menu wasn’t expansive or extensive, it was done extremely well. Clearly the owners priority was on doing the basic things well. All six of us had different meals and we were all delighted and surprised by just how very good the food was. Best meal I’ve had at a pub in absolutely ages. Even the attention to details for the olives and bread was appreciated - the best! Waiting staff - great. Ambience - great. Location - super. Who else can claim a river running through the restaurant without getting your feet wet? Only points for improvement - the music (which was in fairness quiet). I think if you notice the music, it’s the wrong type and I think something different (more chilled) or no music at all for the dining section would be an improvement. Maybe some one or two more ales. I cannot understand why this pub wasn’t heaving on a Saturday night, and seems to be a hidden gem waiting to be discovered. If you’ve read this far and you’re undecided - just book in. Thanks team for a great evening, Jamie.
Delicious Surprise
Lovely food. We wanted to eat locally and so chose the Fontmell which has been re-opened under new management and has a good reputation for locally sourced food. We werent disappointed. The food was presented beautifully and was delicious from starters to puds
Lovely lunch
We went here for lunch after visiting Springhead which is close nearby and the food was amazing . The choice was, understandably, fairly limited but we chose the fish and chips and mussels and really enjoyed them. The mussels are particularly recommended! We sat in the bar area with the log burner as we had the dog with us but there was a spacious restaurant and a large outdoor space which looked great for the summer. Excellent service too.
Lovely Lunch
Enjoyed a lovely lunch at The Fontmell. We were well looked after by Arnie, Sarah,Matt & Cally. The Crispy Sweet Chilli Squid was delicious, Duo of Duck and the Brill were Amazing! Fortunately we just about had room for dessert.. Fruity, fluffy and light the Raspberry souffle was perfect and the silky Vanilla creme caramel went down a treat.
Birthday dinner
7 of us visited this quirky country pub for a birthday dinner celebration. Service was good and the menu was interesting. I had a shallot tart for a starter and followed this up with the duck breast main course , served with a duck bon bon & potato rösti - the duck was cooked exactly as I had asked for it. Really lovely environment and with a covered stream running through the middle of the pub it was something a bit different
Great lunch
A return visit but this time at lunchtime and we sat in the bar. Lovely light decor, and friendly staff but best of all was the delicious and unusual food. The halibut with Thai aromatics was superb and the plum souffle really unusual. Good sized portions and reasonable prices for the quality of the cooking and overall experience