Saw in the close of 2023 and the start of 2024 and what an establishment it was. I’m an older man but this felt like reliving my youth. The beers were flowing and the crowd was bouncing. Well worth the £2 I paid to get in. Peter
Claire T
Started coming here for a spot to use my laptop for work and some breakfast honestly didn’t expect much from experiences from other spoons in the area… but I was pleasantly surprised. The food was good quality and hot! Will definitely be making this a regular spot. I will give a shout out to the young lady (think she’s a manager) that’s on most weekday mornings and the tall gent. They are always smiling and it’s good to see staff having a laugh and working with a smile at that time of morning. Clearly enjoy their jobs!
Sue W
what's there not to like? nice decor, Clean, nice staff, good atmosphere, never had a bad meal here have had breakfast and dinner here before and the coffee is nice.
Lola Webster
I was very rudely informed that I need ID to be allowed to eat in spoons… bear in mind it was 11:30 and no alcohol had been ordered… I have never been asked for ID nor do I carry one round with me. I had already ordered food and the worker who told me I need to bring ID to be served next time… his whole demeanour and tone was patronising and utterly rude. Spoons need to work on their staff as they are so rude! I also might add that they used to accept my college id card, however apparently according to this guy 8th November 2023 they changed their rules and it has to be a drivers licence or provisional and that’s all he would accept. There are no signs saying this apart from the challenge 25 for alcohol, and the whole interaction with him ruined my meal and set a very sour tone. He needs to work on how he talks to people as it is very demeaning.
Musty M
Very reasonable prices. We were a family of 5 adults and children, and we paid less than £7.50 per head on average for a meal and a drink each. Food isn't exceptional, and my curry was a bit on the cool side, but at these prices, it's hard to complain.
Nina Potten
Lovely place and service was as it should be. Second time going to this restaurant.
Janet Marks
Very disappointed. It was my partners birthday 65th we were hoping for an upgrade. Our room was very small, the bathroom wasn't even a one star. The breakfast was cold and by 9.15 most food was running out. Restaurant staff seen twice on there mobiles. As for my sisters room at the end of are corridor didn't get cleaned for four nights. She had to ask for loo rolls, and bins to be emptied. Went to use the reception loo and found the cleaner having a bump. Didn't like the staff using the left as it was very small.
fionat991
Pop in here quite frequently for a meal, can guarantee you know what you're getting at a "spoons" but don't expect luke warm food served at break neck speed ? WHY ???I'm more then happy to wait and it's slightly annoying when one male member of staff appears to have to do everything at a trot as he shot passed our table saying "everything OK guys" and jogged on, why ask you didn't even stop for our reply and chances are you're going to cause an accident at that speed by knocking someone over, I personally do not want to be served by someone in such a blind rush. Nothing will change but just be warned you could be mowed down by a staff member delivering your meal to your table before you have a chance to leave the bar after ordering.
408adelew
Visited 01/09/2023 Much better than expected, we all really enjoyed our food and commented on how well it was cooked and good portion sizes. Very good value with the drinks included. Toilets were clean too. Overall much better than other Wetherspoons’ experiences we’ve had!
Catelyn Leavey
3 of us went, a very overwhelmingly busy place, but its a spoons so of course it is. People came in after us and were served before us, had to go ask where our food was. Tattooed waiter was nice and polite.Great food however, just over £30 for all of us. For a walk in place its good.Vegetarian options: 2/3 of us that went are vegetarian. Think there could be more options but thats like most places. Plant burger, halloumi burger were good.
Public urinal, it should be marked over the door! Used to be a 5 star review 3 years ago but has changed since I was last in Barnstaple. The women staff need a lesson in social skills, the tattooed gentleman was superb, should be the boss and teach the others how to serve people properly. How many people use this establishment to use the toilet and not buy a drink is absurd. If you need a piss come here. New update the 31st July 2023!!! 6 months have past since my last visit and it's got worse, now the whole bar smells of urine, tables are dirty and staff are even ruder. Sort it out
Stephen Patrick
A good place to rendezvous with friends and catch up. The food and drinks were reasonably priced and good value. After placing our order food was quick to arrive.We would be happy to return for another meal.
Chris Martin
One of the better Wetherspoons regarding service. Building isn't as historic as most but still has lots of space.It does turn into a nightclub late on Friday and Saturday evenings.
881stana
Came in here after a long walk along the Tarka trail. Food and service were excellent . Friendly staff and got the 2-5pm deal fish and chips for 2 plus a drink just over £17 .. what’s not to like ???
Ian Jones
Nice smaller pub, clean, friendly staff and good wholesome food.
Saw in the close of 2023 and the start of 2024 and what an establishment it was. I’m an older man but this felt like reliving my youth. The beers were flowing and the crowd was bouncing. Well worth the £2 I paid to get in. Peter
Started coming here for a spot to use my laptop for work and some breakfast honestly didn’t expect much from experiences from other spoons in the area… but I was pleasantly surprised. The food was good quality and hot! Will definitely be making this a regular spot. I will give a shout out to the young lady (think she’s a manager) that’s on most weekday mornings and the tall gent. They are always smiling and it’s good to see staff having a laugh and working with a smile at that time of morning. Clearly enjoy their jobs!
what's there not to like? nice decor, Clean, nice staff, good atmosphere, never had a bad meal here have had breakfast and dinner here before and the coffee is nice.
I was very rudely informed that I need ID to be allowed to eat in spoons… bear in mind it was 11:30 and no alcohol had been ordered… I have never been asked for ID nor do I carry one round with me. I had already ordered food and the worker who told me I need to bring ID to be served next time… his whole demeanour and tone was patronising and utterly rude. Spoons need to work on their staff as they are so rude! I also might add that they used to accept my college id card, however apparently according to this guy 8th November 2023 they changed their rules and it has to be a drivers licence or provisional and that’s all he would accept. There are no signs saying this apart from the challenge 25 for alcohol, and the whole interaction with him ruined my meal and set a very sour tone. He needs to work on how he talks to people as it is very demeaning.
Very reasonable prices. We were a family of 5 adults and children, and we paid less than £7.50 per head on average for a meal and a drink each. Food isn't exceptional, and my curry was a bit on the cool side, but at these prices, it's hard to complain.
Lovely place and service was as it should be. Second time going to this restaurant.
Very disappointed. It was my partners birthday 65th we were hoping for an upgrade. Our room was very small, the bathroom wasn't even a one star. The breakfast was cold and by 9.15 most food was running out. Restaurant staff seen twice on there mobiles. As for my sisters room at the end of are corridor didn't get cleaned for four nights. She had to ask for loo rolls, and bins to be emptied. Went to use the reception loo and found the cleaner having a bump. Didn't like the staff using the left as it was very small.
Pop in here quite frequently for a meal, can guarantee you know what you're getting at a "spoons" but don't expect luke warm food served at break neck speed ? WHY ???I'm more then happy to wait and it's slightly annoying when one male member of staff appears to have to do everything at a trot as he shot passed our table saying "everything OK guys" and jogged on, why ask you didn't even stop for our reply and chances are you're going to cause an accident at that speed by knocking someone over, I personally do not want to be served by someone in such a blind rush. Nothing will change but just be warned you could be mowed down by a staff member delivering your meal to your table before you have a chance to leave the bar after ordering.
Visited 01/09/2023 Much better than expected, we all really enjoyed our food and commented on how well it was cooked and good portion sizes. Very good value with the drinks included. Toilets were clean too. Overall much better than other Wetherspoons’ experiences we’ve had!
3 of us went, a very overwhelmingly busy place, but its a spoons so of course it is. People came in after us and were served before us, had to go ask where our food was. Tattooed waiter was nice and polite.Great food however, just over £30 for all of us. For a walk in place its good.Vegetarian options: 2/3 of us that went are vegetarian. Think there could be more options but thats like most places. Plant burger, halloumi burger were good.
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Public urinal, it should be marked over the door! Used to be a 5 star review 3 years ago but has changed since I was last in Barnstaple. The women staff need a lesson in social skills, the tattooed gentleman was superb, should be the boss and teach the others how to serve people properly. How many people use this establishment to use the toilet and not buy a drink is absurd. If you need a piss come here. New update the 31st July 2023!!! 6 months have past since my last visit and it's got worse, now the whole bar smells of urine, tables are dirty and staff are even ruder. Sort it out
A good place to rendezvous with friends and catch up. The food and drinks were reasonably priced and good value. After placing our order food was quick to arrive.We would be happy to return for another meal.
One of the better Wetherspoons regarding service. Building isn't as historic as most but still has lots of space.It does turn into a nightclub late on Friday and Saturday evenings.
Came in here after a long walk along the Tarka trail. Food and service were excellent . Friendly staff and got the 2-5pm deal fish and chips for 2 plus a drink just over £17 .. what’s not to like ???
Nice smaller pub, clean, friendly staff and good wholesome food.