The Farmers Arms Reviews Summary

Food Quality

Pros:

• "The food was just perfect - bistro-style, with a relaxed atmosphere."
• "The food was first class, extremely tasty and rather exquisite."
• "Every single bite was tasty."
• "The food was outstanding, easily three rosette level."
• "The food is of a very good standard and this is reflected in the prices."
• "The seasonal soup was delicious and well seasoned followed by the cottage pie."
• "The food was exceptional, I could not imagine it better."
• "As a veggie there was only one option but it was absolutely fantastic."

Cons:

• "Average starters, one good main. Not a lot of choice, 3 vegan options in a country pub!?"
• "The duck dishes were okay but the food was only warm, the confit potato was dense not fluffy and also tepid."
• "The food was so delicious, we will be back for another visit. The filet steak and peppercorn sauce were fabulous, simple but well cooked (rare!) and beautifully presented."
• "The food was very strange and was very over seasoned with rosemary."
• "I ordered a pork dish. They got it wrong and brought me fish."
• "Disappointing experience... Beautifully presented food (mostly) but overpriced, especially the disappointing fish & chips."
• "We had the trout with a few potatoes and a small bowl of veg. I ordered a pork dish. They got it wrong and brought me fish."
• "Lead shot in the starter that has broken my partner's tooth."

Service and Staff

Pros:

• "The waiters were so friendly, and no one seemed to be in a rush."
• "Our waiter jack was extremely friendly and made our night perfect."
• "The staff were so friendly, and the service was impeccable."
• "Staff were knowledgeable, friendly and attentive."
• "The staff are on the ball and very attentive."
• "The staff are friendly and relaxed but also hugely attentive."
• "We really loved eating here this evening for my partner’s birthday. The staff were so accommodating and incredibly friendly."
• "The staff were really friendly and really helpful, and the outside seating area was the perfect place to sit for a relaxed meal with our baby and dog."

Cons:

• "We waited an hour for our main course, understandable as the food was so good but maybe a little warning would help."
• "The duck dishes were okay but the food was only warm, the confit potato was dense not fluffy and also tepid."
• "The prices are expensive to what you get."
• "We ordered starter, main course and Dessert all were well presented but the time gaps were worrying and the standard of food was disappointing given the price."
• "We also felt neglected as paying guest's and at no time did anyone come back to check if we were happy, or offer us wine or water with our meal."
• "We went for lunch on a Monday in September. The menu showed some ambition but unfortunately the actuality did not match."
• "The menu needs to be slightly larger as, the ingredients employed within the choices are too similar to Marmite (either loved, or hated)."
• "The service and environment was excellent. I thought the food was a little disappointing... small portions and expensive."

Ambiance and Decor

Pros:

• "The Farmers arms is well furnished with a lovely atmosphere."
• "The place itself has a beautiful interior; somewhere I could spend an entire weekend."
• "A beautiful traditional Devon pub. The interior decor is fantastic."
• "Up-market pub in an otherwise unremarkable Dorset village. Superbly renovated to a high standard with many interesting quirky features."
• "It’s a lovely pub just to have a drink and a chat too."
• "A beautiful little gastro pub in the middle of a small village."
• "Doesn't look like a pub from outside, but a lovely little garden round the back."
• "What a lovely restaurant The Farmers Arms is."

Cons:

• "The second issue was more disappointing, despite the face that we had explained most were vegetarians there was no vegetarian option for the children, a big oversight."
• "Inside totally not what you expect, more like a swanky city restaurant (& expensive)."
• "The menu is limited and mostly boring, food is tasty, prices are eye watering."
• "A refurbished pub with no warmth to it. Custom is mainly transient (grockels)."
• "The building has been beautifully renovated, the food and beer were excellent and the staff could not have been better. So glad there is such an outstanding place to go to in North Devon."
• "Lovely pub, spacious and beautiful decor. Staff friendly and welcoming."
• "The pub is very attractive and our waitress Olivia was superb."
• "It's clean and warm, the atmosphere is inviting, the staff are so welcoming."