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Overall Total Score
3.8 out of 5
Very good | 1195 reviews

What Daveskiy doesn't like about The Jolly Boatman:
Located a short distance from the Boat Inn, right along the canal, this restaurant offers a charming setting for guests to dine al fresco and enjoy watching the world go by. However, it is primarily a local pub, where outsiders may attract some curious stares from the regular patrons. View all feedback. What anthonyfS5293AI likes about The Jolly Boatman:
My family gathered at this restaurant to celebrate a birthday. Despite being busy, the staff went above and beyond to ensure our comfort. They made my elderly mother feel welcome and even offered assistance to help her move around easier. We were seated by the bay window, allowing us to hear each other clearly, which is a rare treat in a bustling restaurant. The menu offered a variety of delicious dishes that were en... View all feedback.

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Tripadvisor
4.1 ★ from 704 reviews
Val
06.01.2024 - 14:09

I took my daughter her for a drink, she has special needs. Pub looks nice but staff very unfriendly and unhelpful. Tried there again a few weeks later September...

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Max270243
06.01.2024 - 14:09

Sunday carvery. A bad experience as the service was very poor as was the food. The food was only LUKEWARM. The vegetables were hard (Broccoli and Cauliflower),...

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Rosalind
06.01.2024 - 14:09

Just had an amazing Sunday Roast Dinner at the Jolly Boatman . 3 choices of meat, help yourself to a great selection of veg, all the trimmings, gravy, and selec...

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Happiness333874
06.01.2024 - 14:09

Although a great looking, historic little pub right next to the canal, probably great for just having a drink but we had the Sunday Carvery and it was awful. £1...

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Lianne
06.01.2024 - 14:09

Great lunch, the staff are always friendly and interact well with my boys and the food was lovely as always. Thank you

GastroRanking-UK
3.5 ★ from 562 reviews

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