The Fox Inn

It was our first time dining at The Fox Inn. The grade II listed pub that greeted us was a fantastic start. The Oyster I sampled was excellent. The Sunday Roast was the best roast I have ever had. The potatoes were amazing as was the beef and pork. The team were very accommodating with our 4 year old daughter. Being from London meant the prices were on a par with pubs that offer average at best roast dinner’s. Would highly recommend. Only minor feedback would be to make the dishes holding the vegetables warmer other than that it was flawless.

Typically the food at The Fox Inn is very good, as is the ambience (it is the epitome of an English country pub, set beside a stream with a lovely outdoor seating area, as well as an atmospheric interior with smoky fireplaces, interesting art and good corners, as well as spacious places, in which to sit and sup, and it is dog-friendly). Usually the service is pleasant - attentive without being obtrusive. Unfortunately, at our latest visit (for a late and leisurely Sunday lunch) the service let the place down - people were very affable and polite but clearly too busy; we waited nearly an hour for our first courses, one of which was forgotten until we asked for it; the mains of excellent sirloin with Yorkshire pudding arrived tepid but became cold by the time the remaining person at our table's food was brought and, we waited a further 15 minutes for the vegetables for the table. We had a nice red wine which was clumsily poured over the table instead of into glasses. The horseradish was superb (nose tingling in its intensity). Given the cost (what I would call "London prices"), which is higher than many fine local hostelries, the service and speed should be exemplary. Nice to see Mark Hix visiting his establishment and talking with diners. He is a superb chef and has excellent local suppliers. I believe that the rooms are good and it is a wonderful location from which to explore Dorset, Somerset and the Jurassic Coast. We will be going back, but will try to choose times when the pub is less busy.

We came here as a group of friends celebrating a birthday on a Sunday lunch service. The pub was lovely we sat out in the conservatory which is decorated beautifully. The food was delicious and one of the best roasts I’ve had in a very long time. The service was fantastic! We aren’t the easiest group of people when out and can be a handful sometimes and the staff were amazing and went out of their way to make our visit great. Would highly recommend to anyone!

Back to being the good old Fox Inn as we all enjoyed for many years, good to see it so busy, excellent food, great beer, fab wine, and a brilliant atmosphere, long may it last. Despite what google says, it is very much open and very good

Food was delicious! Finger lickin good! Local drinks was a bonus! Staff was super nice and helpful, they was very accommodating. The location of this pub was amazing, I'll definitely be back.