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Bristol
City Centre
Swan Inn
Swan Inn Reviews

Swan Inn

British, European, Eat & Drink, Drinks

Dishes priced around£15

Reviews of Swan Inn (271)

Read what people think about Swan Inn! All reviews are written by verified Quandoo diners.

5.0/6

271 reviews

5.0/6

271 reviews

Food:Outstanding
Atmosphere:Pleasant
Service:Excellent
Value for money:Good value
Waiting time:Exceptionally Good
Noise levels:Very pleasant
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"Very good"
5/6
Audrey H.2 years ago · 3 reviews

Great to be able to book table on line. We've been here many times before and the steak pie is one of my husband's favourites. Another great lunch, we'll back!

"Average"
3/6
Paul U.2 years ago · 1 review

Food was good and well presented, but could have been hotter

"Very good"
5/6
Nick F.2 years ago · 1 review

Enjoyable Sunday lunch. Vegetarian option was delicious and very filling.

"Average"
3/6
Robert L.2 years ago · 2 reviews

Good service but the roast beef was a little tough and the roast potatoes had not been cooked fresh today but were reheated. Disappointing as we have had better food there in the past

"Average"
3/6
Sally O.2 years ago · 1 review

Lovely food and all great except took us an hour and 10 mins to receive our order! I was late back to work and we had very hungry children in tow! We were only ordering Mac cheese, a kids fish and chips and 2 salmons so no idea why the massive wait.

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"Average"
3/6
Pete B.2 years ago · 1 review

Meal was good but seriously disappointed with content, Christmas Dinner with no sprouts or stuffing, my veg consisted of green and red cabbage, that was it!!! Also only one pig in blanket, surely for £90 a head we should of had better and then to be situated outside the pub in a drafty marque away from the main eating area. The Swan can and really should of done better.

"Excellent"
6/6
Phil W.2 years ago · 2 reviews

Amazing food and friendly staff, perfect way to spend an afternoon on Christmas Eve

"Very good"
5/6
Chris C.2 years ago · 1 review

Very friendly staff and good food at a reasonable price.

"Average"
3/6
Mike B.2 years ago · 1 review

The venue was cold , service was polite but inefficient.Food average.

"Good"
4/6
Cassie G.2 years ago · 1 review

It was nice, staff were nice, the beef was really tough though.

"Excellent"
6/6
Tim P.2 years ago · 1 review

Welcoming staff, lovely atmosphere. Prompt service & excellent food. Decor in our corner a bit ‘tired’ but didn’t spoil our experience. Highly recommended.

"Excellent"
6/6
Becky M.2 years ago · 1 review

Delicious roast as always, lovely atmosphere. Great service! Will be back

"Average"
3/6
Ann J.2 years ago · 1 review

Parking not good, sat by door cold draught, food average

"Good"
4/6
Philip W.2 years ago · 1 review

Sunday roast was good but not enough gravy, felt like they'd held back so you had to pay for extra.

"Excellent"
6/6
Jean G.2 years ago · 1 review

Perfect place for food, ambience and service. Always enjoy my visits, never disappointed. All had different food and everybody enjoyed their lunch. Couldn’t fault it

"Good"
4/6
Jane J.2 years ago · 1 review

Staff were really helpful and friendly. Enjoyed our meal and the menu had several gluten free options which was why we decided to dine there as I'm coeliac so thank you for making a difference.

"Good"
4/6
Jane E.2 years ago · 1 review

The pub wasn’t busy , just a few tables with diners and a few seated at the bar so the noise level was quite low. The food was good and homemade. It was nice to have a wedge of steak and ale pie rather than meat in a dish with a pastry top. The staff were accommodating and friendly.

"Excellent"
6/6
Jane G.2 years ago · 1 review

This is a very friendly pub - for drinking and eating. Highly recommend especially after a walk in the Cotswolds.

"Very good"
5/6
Mike C.2 years ago · 1 review

We had a very enjoyable meal and enjoyed the relaxed and friendly atmosphere

"Excellent"
6/6
Steve G.2 years ago · 1 review

Always think the food and service is good at the Swan , been there many times before .

"Excellent"
6/6
Jane M.2 years ago · 1 review

Absolutely delicious roast dinner , good sized meal and great service from our waitress even though it was very busy

"Average"
3/6
Claire C.2 years ago · 2 reviews

Nice choice of beer. Very pleasant staff. Basic surroundings. 5 X roast dinners were so-so. 5/10. It was nice to have dinner cooked for me but it's unlikely we'll return. I make a banging roast but it was a birthday going out treat.

"Good"
4/6
Alexandra F.2 years ago · 1 review

We haven't been to The Swan for months. It used to be one of our favourite pubs, but the menu became a bit 'samey' and we stopped going. We thought we'd give it another go and were really pleased with the food. All 4 of us enjoyed our meals, there were some lovely options on the menu and the two female staff that served us were excellent. They were attentive, polite, quick to notice if we needed more drinks etc, and had a bit of chat with us too which was great. Our only criticism would be the atmosphere. The pub used to have a lovely cosy, country feel with soft furnishings, historical photos and paraphernalia, but sadly it has lost all of that charm. The bar area was incredibly loud and echoey. There was paint peeling off the walls and it just felt bare and unloved. I don't know if there is a plan to redecorate, but as a minimum it could do with some attention to smarten it up as the decor and atmosphere are currently letting the staff and food down.

"Very good"
5/6
Denise L.2 years ago · 1 review

Excellent service and very good food, will definitely return!! ..

"Average"
3/6
Lisa S.2 years ago · 1 review

Service was very slow. Had to ask to get another drink after waiting to see someone to ask. Had to wait ages for someone to come and pay the bill, my mum had to get up from her seat to ask for someone to take our payment. It wasn’t very busy so I’m not sure why we had to wait for these things. Food was very nice though.

"Very good"
5/6
Angela M.3 years ago · 1 review

Automatic service charge added without any explanation so not impressed by that.

"Excellent"
6/6
Chris B.3 years ago · 1 review

Brilliant food, friendly staff, excellent value for money - highly recommend

"Excellent"
6/6
Michael G.3 years ago · 1 review

We did not have to wait very long, it was hot and plenty to eat. Staff were Pleasant, look forward in going back for Sunday lunch.

"Very good"
5/6
Helen G.3 years ago · 1 review

We had a lovely table by the window which was a quieter spot. Lovely, attentive service, roast was spot on and the pudding was fab (you can order a smaller portion for half the price which is a nice touch). will be visiting again soon.

"Very good"
5/6
Simon H.3 years ago · 1 review

Great food and service very full and content when we left

"Very good"
5/6
Linda M.3 years ago · 2 reviews

Prompt and very pleasant service, lots of choices on the menu. Steak and ale pie and the children's fish and chips particularly nice. The Swan is always reliably good.

"Excellent"
6/6
Stephen J.3 years ago · 1 review

Great food and great service, would totally recommend this lovely pub

"Excellent"
6/6
Louise C.3 years ago · 1 review

Very friendly staff , loved the food, will go again

"Very good"
5/6
Lynda C.3 years ago · 1 review

Lovely family lunch. Seated in the marquee which was fine, although we were rather plagued by flies.

"Average"
3/6
paul s.3 years ago · 1 review

Pub was very quiet with very little atmosphere Food was mediocre , ham was very dry, eggs looked as though they had been cooked for some time Won’t be in any hurry to return

"Not good "
2/6
Ed W.3 years ago · 1 review

Shocking food at high end prices a really disappointing meal out.

"Very good"
5/6
Glen F.3 years ago · 1 review

Really nice food and great staff. Easy to get to from where we are.

"Good"
4/6
Susan G.3 years ago · 1 review

Staff friendly and efficient. Good food, had a roast, only gripe is that the potato’s were a bit chewy.

"Very good"
5/6
Julie M.3 years ago · 1 review

The staff are so welcoming and friendly, the service throughout was first class. All 4 of us ordered roast beef for Sunday lunch and although the meal was very tasty, we all felt the beef was a bit tough. This didn't ruin our visit though as we loved the service and atmosphere in the pub. We will definitely go back

"Very good"
5/6
Ros E.3 years ago · 1 review

We had a lovely evening. Very good service and food.

"Very good"
5/6
Geoff C.3 years ago · 1 review

Beef was a little chewy. Enjoyable visit otherwise, will return.

"Excellent"
6/6
Nicholas B.3 years ago · 1 review

Excellent meal, just door to garden kept being left open by other guests causing a draft. Could do with a proper closing mechanism.

"Good"
4/6
Peeta W.3 years ago · 1 review

We went to the bar and were greeted and shown to our table, we were not given menu's and were not sure if we had to order at the bar!. Once we had ordered the food came and was absolutely great. Did not know there would be a service charge, I always tip and would prefer to have chosen how much, not be told. Its a pub after all!

"Very good"
5/6
robert h.3 years ago · 1 review

Great food friendly atmosphere good service good parking must go again

"Very good"
5/6
Sue C.3 years ago · 1 review

Lovely food …unfortunately sat next to very Noisy table 😟

"Good"
4/6
Keith H.3 years ago · 1 review

Wine and beer were both enjoyed, but £8+ for soup is unacceptable. The main meal of fish & chips was enjoyable but again not outstanding.

"Very good"
5/6
Kim M.3 years ago · 2 reviews

Very quiet but it was a Monday lunchtime. Lovely seat beside the open fire and food was very good. The set menu price was very good

"Excellent"
6/6
Ian S.3 years ago · 2 reviews

Great food, nice pub, good menu choices and good service!!!!!!!

"Excellent"
6/6
Jennifer R.3 years ago · 1 review

Fantastic food! Service was brill. One of the best roast dinners. Will be returning

"Very good"
5/6
Jamie S.4 years ago · 1 review

Dog friendly, superb food, friendly staff that serve with a smile, decent size portions, well and truly stuffed 🤤😁

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