The Gin Trap Inn

What a great place to eat. Absolutely fabulous food in a great old building. I had French Onion soup, which was lovely, especially with its delicious cheese bread roll. This was followed by the Chicken, leek and ham pie. This was served on a bed of creamy, buttery mash with a really deep tasting gravy. Wonderful. Superb service to boot so can’t complain one bit.

Everything was just utterly delightful! Food was incredible and the staff were brilliant. Don’t skip over this place, make the drive and you will not regret it! The cheese soufflé is to die for. The halibut was cooked perfectly and the rice pudding couldn’t possibly have ever been related to the hideous gelatinous stuff served at school; perfectly spiced and beyond creamy. Please sir, can I have some more?!

Edit after owners response: To be clear, we enjoy food from [literal] street food through to fine dining, we were not looking for pub food, we were looking for a good experience whatever that may be. But the 'fine dining' at the gin trap missed the mark. One of the mains was frankly dull and two others just average, but overpriced compared to other comparable venues and the service lower, so the equation couldn't provide a positive review. That was the opinion of all the diners at our table. I encourage you also to research reviews and not to dismiss those you don't wish to hear, the readers will make their own mind up. After many years of enjoying the Gin Trap, our recent experience was very disappointing. A meal in the restaurant could be summarised as overpriced and underwhelming. The fish dish looked quite sad on the plate and un-exciting, the steak was OK. A variety of different servers creating an impersonal service, none of which were attentive. This is a real shame, the bar area looked just as cosy so may pop in again for a drink but will unfortunately move onto other places in the area for a meal.

What a great place to eat. Absolutely fabulous food in a great old building. I had French Onion soup, which was lovely, especially with its delicious cheese bread roll. This was followed by the Chicken, leek and ham pie. This was served on a bed of creamy, buttery mash with a really deep tasting gravy. Wonderful. Superb service to boot so can’t complain one bit.