We have known The Bell for many years and can remember it as a friendly, walkers pub style eatery with a diverse menu to suit all pockets. In recent times, it has become more select in its offering with prices to match. Now, as a couple you can expect to pay around £100 for two courses before drinks and after the 10 percent service charge. The food is good, but not exceptional. Service was good but there were only two other tables occupied. I enquired whether they have, or will have a bar menu and the answer was no. Unfortunately,it's now beyond our pocket for a quick lunch
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酒店回复: Thank you for your feedback — we are delighted you enjoyed your lunch with us! It is great to see that we managed to tick the “good” box for you, even though we couldn`t quite make it to “exceptional”. Sorry to read the price didn’t quite match your “quick lunch” budget too. You are right when stating when a restaurant chooses to offer good quality local or generally British produce, the prices match this selection which reflects not only our costs, but also the overall costs of the small, independent producers whom we support. Another correct observation is that it is quiet this time of year, however when the weather is nice, we are extremely busy. It is very different to a city too. There is a small but very popular bar-type very popular menu, offering nibbles such as home marinated olives, home roasted honeyed cashews, the Bell`s crunchy pork crackling etc. Some guests also opt for a selection of the lighter starters. Also, a warm thank you for your long-standing support. Hopefully we’ll have the pleasure of welcoming you back one day when you’re in the mood to treat yourselves.
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Me and a friend stopped at the Bell. I wasn't thirsty but my friend was. He came back with half a coke and a packet of crisps. I looked at him with his mouth wide open and a glare of non belief from his eyes. I said what's wrong. He said you won't believe the prices in there. Half a coke at £2.75 and a pint at £5.75. Small bag of pork scratchings at £4.75 . a pint of bitter for £6.25 and a packet of crisps for £1.80. I was disgusted and told him we won't ever stop there again.
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酒店回复: Dear Bear, We are too reading your comments with our mouths wide open and a glare of non belief in our eyes! All of our prices are clearly displayed on the bar’s price tariff, ensuring transparency for every guest. Your friend`s maths or recollection of the prices is slightly off, which of course hasn`t helped this review! A half pint of Pepsi is £2.75 and a pint is £3.75.... A pint of bitter ranges between £4.95 and £5.25. We buy it in small quantities from a local supplier, who like us, is working hard to make a living. Our Welsh crisps are priced at £1.65 per packet... nothing quite shocking up until now... Our pork scratchings are homemade on-site from pigs reared in Herefordshire— not mass-produced from God knows where or sourced from a supermarket chain. We are a small, independently owned hotel and restaurant, committed to offering quality products and service in a welcoming environment. Given the quality of our ingredients and the care that goes into our preparation, we believe our pricing reflects fair value. We genuinely do not understand how these prices might be considered over the top and our goal, despite rather unfair and err reviews such as yours, remains to provide an enjoyable and authentic experience for all our guests.
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Twenty eight of us sat down for lunch on the twenty first, and what a lunch! Really lovely food and fast efficient service ,all done with a smile. Maria and Kat did such a good job. I simply do not recognise the poor review below! We will certainly be back asap!
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Please ignore the negative review below this one. That poster's sole contribution to Trip Advisor doesn't promise much for their future as a reviewer. The Bell at Skenfrith is a restaurant in which you will find yourself eating more and more slowly to make things last. I wanted my Perl Las soufflé to last forever. And the lamb chops we had last week were divine. Desserts are always a treat, the location on the banks of the Monnow is wonderful and the staff are excellent, every bit as welcoming if you've come in for a pint or even a glass of water(!!!), as they are for the full gastronomic experience. One of the best destination pubs you can find in the area.
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From the outset we were made very welcome. The area is a beautiful part of the country and there is a fair amount to see- especially if you like interesting castles and churches. A well appointed hotel with a nice garden to sit in.
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We were walking the Three Castles route and stayed here for the night before we started and the last night of a 2 day walk. The room we had was spacious with a king sized bed and a very large bathroom. It was at the back of the hotel and overlooked the gardens. Everything was very clean and comfortable. We ate in the restaurant for the 2 nights we stayed here and the food was very good. A pre dinner drink in the sunshine on the patio was also very pleasant.
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Called in today for a birthday Sunday lunch. We hit the jackpot. My favourite beer - Wye Valley HPA, and a fabulous bottle of Californian Zinfandel. The charcuterie board starter was exceptional and as the last table to be seated, I was delighted to get rare roast beef. Usually by 2pm it's on the well done side. All in all a lovely meal with very good service. It may not be the cheapest around, but you get what you pay for.
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3 night stay Excellent on all counts particularly service. Particularly imaginative menus changing each day, perfectly cooked. Chef happy to make minor changes. A great base for Black Mountains and Brecon Beacons walking or the splendid border castles and churches
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Super facilities, friendly, competent staff, lots of space and a perfect spring day. The Bell is in the middle of nowhere but 100% worth the journey. Minor grumbles: shampoo etc labels in the bathroom are illegible and the fresh fruit offering for breakfast was limited
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A perfect country getaway
Maria, who is front of house, was so welcoming and later, in the dining room she tirelessly looked after us and all the other guests. The food was fantastic and I understand her husband is head chef, Joseph Colman. The rooms were attractive and very comfortable with lovely bathrooms. I would certainly recommend this as a wonderful getaway.
We have known The Bell for many years and can remember it as a friendly, walkers pub style eatery with a diverse menu to suit all pockets. In recent times, it has become more select in its offering with prices to match. Now, as a couple you can expect to pay around £100 for two courses before drinks and after the 10 percent service charge. The food is good, but not exceptional. Service was good but there were only two other tables occupied. I enquired whether they have, or will have a bar menu and the answer was no. Unfortunately,it's now beyond our pocket for a quick lunch
Me and a friend stopped at the Bell. I wasn't thirsty but my friend was. He came back with half a coke and a packet of crisps. I looked at him with his mouth wide open and a glare of non belief from his eyes. I said what's wrong. He said you won't believe the prices in there. Half a coke at £2.75 and a pint at £5.75. Small bag of pork scratchings at £4.75 . a pint of bitter for £6.25 and a packet of crisps for £1.80. I was disgusted and told him we won't ever stop there again.
Twenty eight of us sat down for lunch on the twenty first, and what a lunch! Really lovely food and fast efficient service ,all done with a smile. Maria and Kat did such a good job. I simply do not recognise the poor review below! We will certainly be back asap!
Please ignore the negative review below this one. That poster's sole contribution to Trip Advisor doesn't promise much for their future as a reviewer. The Bell at Skenfrith is a restaurant in which you will find yourself eating more and more slowly to make things last. I wanted my Perl Las soufflé to last forever. And the lamb chops we had last week were divine. Desserts are always a treat, the location on the banks of the Monnow is wonderful and the staff are excellent, every bit as welcoming if you've come in for a pint or even a glass of water(!!!), as they are for the full gastronomic experience. One of the best destination pubs you can find in the area.
From the outset we were made very welcome. The area is a beautiful part of the country and there is a fair amount to see- especially if you like interesting castles and churches. A well appointed hotel with a nice garden to sit in.
We were walking the Three Castles route and stayed here for the night before we started and the last night of a 2 day walk. The room we had was spacious with a king sized bed and a very large bathroom. It was at the back of the hotel and overlooked the gardens. Everything was very clean and comfortable. We ate in the restaurant for the 2 nights we stayed here and the food was very good. A pre dinner drink in the sunshine on the patio was also very pleasant.
Called in today for a birthday Sunday lunch. We hit the jackpot. My favourite beer - Wye Valley HPA, and a fabulous bottle of Californian Zinfandel. The charcuterie board starter was exceptional and as the last table to be seated, I was delighted to get rare roast beef. Usually by 2pm it's on the well done side. All in all a lovely meal with very good service. It may not be the cheapest around, but you get what you pay for.
3 night stay Excellent on all counts particularly service. Particularly imaginative menus changing each day, perfectly cooked. Chef happy to make minor changes. A great base for Black Mountains and Brecon Beacons walking or the splendid border castles and churches
Super facilities, friendly, competent staff, lots of space and a perfect spring day. The Bell is in the middle of nowhere but 100% worth the journey. Minor grumbles: shampoo etc labels in the bathroom are illegible and the fresh fruit offering for breakfast was limited
A perfect country getaway
Maria, who is front of house, was so welcoming and later, in the dining room she tirelessly looked after us and all the other guests. The food was fantastic and I understand her husband is head chef, Joseph Colman. The rooms were attractive and very comfortable with lovely bathrooms. I would certainly recommend this as a wonderful getaway.