The Swan - Menu

High St, RG20 7LF, Newbury, United Kingdom

🛍 Pub, Coffee, British, Chicken

4.4 💬 1101 Reviews
The Swan

Phone: +441635281238,+441635281161

Address: High St, RG20 7LF, Newbury, United Kingdom

City: Newbury

Menu Dishes: 9

Reviews: 1101

"I would have given a score of zero if I could! I visited The Swan while staying at a local Airbnb. Our first choice was The Crown and Horns, but they were closed due to flooding. We arrived at 6pm with a group of 6, ordered drinks at the bar, and then sat at our table. The waitress was pleasant but swore in front of us, which was inappropriate. She took our order at 6:30pm and our starters arrived at 7:15pm. The bread and olives were clearly from a jar and very vinegary, the king prawns in garlic butter were plain grilled prawns on white bread. The crispy squid was actually calamari, not squid. We had to wait until 8:15pm for our main meals. The steak and ale pie was awful, with cold tasteless mash, cabbage, and watery tasteless pie. The waitress took the meal back, microwaved it, and returned it 20 minutes later. The Sean burgers were disappointing, more like swamp burgers than fresh burgers as described. The lamb shank in red wine jus was served with cold mash and cabbage and lacked jus. When we expressed our dissatisfaction, we were told we still had to pay for the pie. The landlady was rude and hostile, even swearing about us at the bar. I understand that this is a small country pub, but I come from a similar village where the local pub offers great food and service. Do not waste your time and money at The Swan. They charge gastro pub prices for cheap roadside cafe food and service. We will not be returning. It was awful!"

Full menu - 9 options

All prices are estimates on menu.

Fish Dishes

Sides

Mixed Specialties

Ice Cream*

Main Dishes

Mexican-American Food

Dessert

Vicky Vicky

The Sunday roast at this restaurant is wonderful. The staff is very friendly! I give it a 5 out of 5 for service and location.

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Michael
Michael

I had a fantastic experience at this restaurant with excellent local draft beer, a welcoming atmosphere, and friendly staff. The service was top-notch, receiving a rating of 5 out of 5.


User
User

We went for a meal and we really impressed. We had a 3 course meal but I couldn’t finish my crumble as I was to full. The flavours were amazing and we will definitely be going back. Complements to the chef.


User
User

very friendly. good eating to reasonable trips and good selection of dressed for vegetarians. wife very impressed by Dessert menu. no problem to park the residential property over night in the parking lot, but the village is surprisingly busy, although it is bypassed by the a34. View menu


User
User

We parked our camper in the car park and decided to stop by for a few drinks and a snack. The bar was charming, the camembert was delightful, and the staff and patrons were very friendly. The cleanliness measures for COVID were well taken care of, and the establishment was very welcoming to dogs.


User
User

The staff at this restaurant were very welcoming and the food was excellent, all cooked fresh. We arrived for lunch after a long journey with a puppy and a baby, and they were very accommodating and helpful. The vegetarian pie was delicious and my husband loved the fresh scampi. We would highly recommend this restaurant to everyone.


User
User

the oldest (medium-age) pub and gasthof in the old schafmarkt village ost ilsley. large traditional pub well cooked with a selection of Eastern cuisine to perfection. large selection of drinks, friendly staff, always busy, needs to be booked! popular with the local, a few rooms to rent, a sitting area in free, a great place to visit! View menu


Shane
Shane

Booked and stayed One night with work Room very clean and well appointed Great car parking Staff very friendly and polite Only downside no food on a Monday night but breakfast served Tuesday morning Landlord very helpful Just went next door for food Deffo stay again when in area 5 all the way Thanks for a great atay Rooms: 5 Service: 5


User
User

we are so glad that we have booked this pub for lunch as stop on our walk along the ridgeway at one of the wettest days in the year. the greeting was fantastic and the renter fired a fire to dry our tired bones. the lunch was great with a very varied menu with many veggie options. great service without hanging around waiting for much needed eating and a good pint! thank you.


GaynorF22
GaynorF22

I would have given a score of zero if I could! I visited The Swan while staying at a local Airbnb. Our first choice was The Crown and Horns, but they were closed due to flooding. We arrived at 6pm with a group of 6, ordered drinks at the bar, and then sat at our table. The waitress was pleasant but swore in front of us, which was inappropriate. She took our order at 6:30pm and our starters arrived at 7:15pm. The bread and olives were clearly from a jar and very vinegary, the king prawns in garlic butter were plain grilled prawns on white bread. The crispy squid was actually calamari, not squid. We had to wait until 8:15pm for our main meals. The steak and ale pie was awful, with cold tastele... View menu

Categories

  • Pub Enjoy a lively atmosphere with our classic pub favorites. From hearty burgers and fish 'n' chips to savory pies and craft brews, our menu promises a cozy experience ideal for unwinding with friends.
  • Coffee Indulge in our rich and aromatic coffee selection, expertly brewed to awaken your senses. From classic espresso to creamy lattes, discover the perfect blend to start your day on a flavorful note. View menu
  • British Traditional and hearty, the British menu offers comfort classics like fish and chips, succulent roasts, and savory pies. Rediscover familiar favorites, lovingly crafted with timeless recipes and fresh, local ingredients.
  • Chicken Discover a variety of delectable chicken dishes, expertly seasoned and cooked to perfection. Our menu offers everything from classic favorites to innovative new creations, sure to satisfy every palate.

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