Really nice bar went in for a drink and decided to stay for a meal my wife had the salmon and I had fish and chips both meals were superb the service was good and the staff were lovely. Would recommend the Carpenters for both food and drink.
We are visiting Rayliegh so booked for Xmas Day meal at the Carpenters on the recommendation of my son and we were far from dissapointed it was a great meal with fantastic service (even tho they were busy ) and iovely friendly atmosphere defo recommend a visit (we certainly use it again whenevre we visit .The only slight critisism is the exterior is looking tired and dose not do the interior justice which has a great ambiance
Amazing food, super fast service. Amazing staff! We had a spare of the moment idea to visit the carpenters arms as we know it has a lovely outside space. Had such a lovely meal and waitress/bar staff were exceptional! Massive compliments to the chef, food was lovely. Looking forward to our next visit already. Thanks :)
Highly recommend The Carpenters. Was there this evening for my birthday meal with family. Food was delicious and staff very helpful and friendly �
Staff working today incredibly friendly and helpful! Sadly only a flying visit but the staff knew we were on a time limit and ensured the food arrived literally in minutes! Amazing service tasty food and choc martini is YUM thank you guys will definitely come back for a full meal soon!
Had a fantastic meal today for a birthday celebration. The service was fast and friendly. The food was amazing and beautifully presented. The venue is lovely. I would certainly recommend it to anyone. Great job Carpenters! �
Just moved locally so thought we would try out the nearest pub and we're very impressed! Staff so welcoming and friendly and food was Delish! Compliments to the chef! Will definitely be back again and will be recommending to our friends and family!
The food, service & staff are 1st class thoroughly enjoyed our visit & will come back. Tom our waiter was lovely....
What a lovely experience - lovely staff really friendly and efficient - gorgeous food - it was really busy and yet food was served really quickly - very impressed will def be back !
My dining experience at the Carpenter's Arms Restaurant was nothing short of exceptional. The restaurant exudes a warm and inviting ambiance, with its rustic decor and cosy atmosphere. Whether you're looking for a romantic dinner or a family gathering. The Staff were attentive and friendly from the moment I walked in. The food is simply exquisite. Each dish was beautifully presented and bursting with flavour. Given the quality of the food, service, and ambiance, I found the prices to be quite reasonable.
Had lunch today (Thursday). Varied menu and all food delicious. Waitress friendly and helpful and checked a few times everything was ok
Always love a trip to the carpenters arms. We hadn't reserved a table but we're lucky they were able to squeeze us in. We were thrilled to find Thai food on the menu. It was delicious. Best Thai of had in some time we hope that it becomes a permanent fixture on the menu. The chicken curry and the pad thai were both brilliant.
Looks bit nondescript from front but inside is quite charming....old wooden beams, well decorated in a modern country style. Big car park, outside seating area. Lunch menu bit short but my toasted baguette was good. Friendly helpful service.
We came today for Sunday dinner and it was lovely! All the food was so nice all really enjoyed! The staff are very polite, nothing Was a problem x
Excellent food, excellent presentation
Worth a visit, place was quiet I don't know why what we ordered was fresh and delicious, my mum was so impressed, could do with a smaller plate section in the menu, service a little slow but friendly.
A nice pub for a quick pint or two to be fair it was very quiet when we went so I can't give more than a 3 ⭐️ for atmosphere but i'am sure at the busier times its got it.
First time here, good menu selection, food was delicious and great atmosphere, staff really friendly will definitely be back
Wow!!!!! haven't eaten there in over a year. What a pleasant surprise.
Food was fantastic and service was excellent.
There was only one girl serving and taking orders but she was very pleasant and attentive there was no waiting about and the food hot and delicious we even had a free cauliflower cheese.
Will definitely be eating there again🙂🙂🙂🙂🙂 five star 🌟.
Great food! The new management must have brought in a new kitchen team - excellent selection and tasty food. Good range of starters, snacks/bar food (burgers & pizza) and mains plus 7 different specials on the day we visited (a Monday) so something for everyone.
The cauliflower bites were spectacular as a starter, closely followed by the baked camembert cheese and mushrooms on sourdough. The hake was our most popular main with creamy mash. The desserts were also impressive - especially the cheesecakes! Friendly staff made us (and our three well behaved dogs) feel welcome. Happy to recommend.
Great looking pub, only popped in for a couple of drinks. My friend say the food is really good.
The staff were very helpful and kind. Also the food was very appetising. Overall great experience
Had a Sunday lunch here and I can't find anything wrong with it . Everything is looked at in fine detail . I asked for more gravy for my lamb chops which were delicious anyway . But I didn't get bisto , it was flavoured with wine spices and herbs . The veg was also covered in flavouring which meant if I had put mint sauce on the meal I would have ruined it ! And I love mint sauce . Dessert crumble was delicious as well . There were three or four staff always around and the place was packed for good reason . Atmosphere was vibrant which in my opinion is lovely . This is a notch above pub food which you would be happy with in a London restaurant , make no mistake . But half the price . Winner ! Winner !
Food was excellent, just could not eat it all. Pictures of mine and my husbands food. 5*
What a pleasant surprise. We visited maybe 7/8 months previously and no other word but “Terrible” service, food and it wasn’t very clean. Heard it was under new management, so thought we would give it ago and what a turnaround. Staff happy, great food and wicked atmosphere. Well done new management, made this once again a lovely place. See you again soon.
The White family.
Visited today and the New Menu is fantastic with lots of options for different dietary requirements. Was informed by the young lady serving the pub is now under new management. The real fire was roaring and the bar was even showing the footy after our meal.
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