Just Ales

If you are a real ale lover in Wells, this is where you're looking for. Past few times there's been 2 excellent real ales on the go, not sure if they offer more but it's always a good selection. Usually fairly local. They do an excellently priced takeaway, 1 or two pints of ale or cider. No nonsense, no tv or fancy interiors, leans more on the fleamarket side (not the trendy way). Keeps away the nonsense. Enjoy good chat and a good drink. Small outdoor seating area. You'll feel like a local. Such a wonderful addition to wells. Dog friendly. They are more than welcome and may end up on the board of fame. "And you can really taste the hops!"

We were treated like locals by Donna and had a great time. Sarah sold us some lovely scones which went down a treat for lunch next day and Donna insisted on finding us some butter too. This place is better than any tourist information bureau, we got lots of great tips. We'll definitely visit here when we're back in Wells. Cheers Donna and Sarah you made our day. Oh, we also enjoyed our beers - don't get served straight from the cask much these days.

This is the best place ever and such a hidden gem in Somerset. While all the gastropubs in the country are becoming a copy of another and have nothing special about them, this micro pub is an iconic place. I went for the first time in March 2020 before lockdown and came back just now after it re-opened again. It's worth the trip, do not miss it! Even if you're visiting Bristol or Bath, do drive down especially for it. Donna, the landlady, is so welcoming and lovely. It's a unique place and I really hope it will never change. The beer is brilliant, best dry cider I've ever had. Most importantly, our whippet was allowed and there is a sign saying: 'all dogs welcome'. There are also two tables outside, great for chatting to locals and sitting in the sun, we had the best time yesterday. This place is so unique, a real treat, make sure you go!

Quirky is an understatement! But that was part of the attraction and one reason why we made a return visit. Don't let the fly papers or the smell of damp dog put you off, just go in with an open mind and enjoy the banter from the "welcoming" landlady. The sweet 6.5% cider eases you into ignoring the idiosyncrasies of the whole experience. Sit back and enjoy.

Very odd place. We must have caught the landlady on a bad or a good day depending on your point of view. The level of acerbic sarcasm in her comments must surely have been ironic – anyway it had us in stitches. As others have commented – they certainly don’t subscribe to any modern fads about cleanliness or hygiene. I had the misfortune to reach under a table to move it slightly, and the resulting goo which came off on my fingers had me dashing for the bathroom to wash my hands. Decent beer, no frills.