The high expectations due to the hype were met with a pleasant experience. The staff was excellent, and the food, while decent, offered a variety of great choices. Regrettably, couldn't explore the art this time, but looking forward to it next visit. Definitely considering a return.

The atmosphere was captivating and the staff were welcoming. However, the rib of beef we shared fell short of our expectations, especially for a Michelin-starred establishment. It was dry and just average in taste.

We visited this lovely bar and Grill having first looked at their reviews which seemed outrageously insulting. I felt that we had to check it out and I am so glad that we did. The service from both Hugo and Harrison was fabulous. The food was outstanding and the atmosphere was buzzing. (including the dam wasps). It is a little expensive but that's the price you pay for quality. The buttermilk dessert was delicious and thank you for swapping the Raspberries for Strawberries (due to an allergy to Raspberries). Will definitely be returning to try their Sunday lunch menu. Thank you both

Selling Picasso’s to publicity shy billionaire art collectors, sounds like such a bit of a cushy number. We can however get a glimpse of the skill sets required in Swiss gallery owners Iwan Wirth and Manuel Hauser’s diversification into the development of a UK based hospitality business. Or to be more accurate, several hospitality businesses. Their recent openings showcase an eclectic mix of wonderful art, honest food, comfortable beds and decent wines. One of them, the Fife Arms, the iconic flagship of the enterprise, encapsulates under its grey tiled roof, everything that is positive about Scottish hospitality, while transforming the provision of informal luxury accommodation into literally an art form. The hospitality experiment started with the acquisition of a farm in the rolling hills and apple orchards (now vineyards) of Somerset, near to the village of Bruton. Farm buildings have been converted into a 6 bed luxury gite (private chef to order), a spacious art gallery, cafe, bar, restaurant, and farm shop. Slightly confusingly, the venture sometimes goes by the name Hauser and Wirth, sometimes Art Farm, Durslade Farm Shop, and Roth Bar and Grill (design of the bar care of the descendants of conceptual artist Dieter Roth). In any event, last year I was fortunate to catch the last day of a magnificent display of works by the late Henry Moore in the farm gallery. If the entirety of the Somerset collection could be conceptualised by Dieter as an Anne Redpath still life, flowers in vases, cups on the farmhouse table, the next development in the portfolio had Frank Auerbach charging into the room, trowel in hand, blending autumnal colour combinations using enough paint to cover the hull of the Royal Yacht Britannia. I visited the Fife Arms in Braemar, a skip and a jump from Balmoral, in 2019 within a year of its opening. Having read the first Fife Arms reviews, as the co-owner of Hotel Les Deux Chèvres, a boutique art hotel in Burgundy, I had a professional excuse to satisfy my art appreciation curiosity. Frank’s bold brush strokes combined dollops of tartan, interspersed with stags heads, a stuffed Queen Victoria, Picasso’s, Freuds, and 1,500 odd other works of interest all under the roof af a magnificently converted 45 bedroom former Victorian coaching inn. For each room there were two staff, estimated conversion costs in excess of £20m, and the same again on the contents (not counting the Picasso and Freud). The integration of a local’s bar serving pies and pints with the 5* luxury ground floor salons, is a design masterpiece in its own right. And so to the latest offering, the re incarnation of a Mayfair pub, into a Mayfair pub, Mount St Restaurant, and rooms for private functions. To be frank, after staying at the Fife Arms, the Audley pub and Mount St restaurant, would need to be an unmitigated disaster, before I would give it a negative review. Of course it is not. The bar is pleasant, the service on a busy evening, good; the choice of beers, excellent. The restsurant, an interesting menu array of modern british, I have not yet sampled. But why The Audley? For profit? Surely not. Had it been renamed the Fife Arms (London), a few stags heads and bucket loads of fine Scottish whiskies and langoustines imported, I would get it. But those are my brand musings, and probably better expressed elsewhere. On the assumption there is a grand plan to the expansion of the Group’s hospitality interests, I await the next installment with interest. And should they consider a French wine village, I have just the opportunity ready and waiting in Gevrey Chambertin! In the meantime, bravo, and thank you very much for the journey so far, Manuela and Iwan.

Love the food and the atmosphere in the outdoor area here! We shared the roast chicken and a few plates of vegetables and it was heaven. Such amazing quality ingredients.

Great brunch experience at the Roth bar and grill. The portion sizes are not great, so ended up ordering both the muesli and a plate of eggs and tomatoes (which then gets bit pricey as ended up spending about £25+ Each, that’s before coffee :) ) Pros: - enjoy the walk behind the Roth, there is a beautifully laid garden - cross the road and there is a walk way to Bruton. Lovely little village, try incorporating as a walk. As you approach the train station to can get into the woods and open fields. Note: They closed the kitchen at 8:30pm so you need to be early or call and book in advance

We came for dinner, 2 adults 2 kids. Such a beautiful place and warm welcome. If you are walking from Bruton there is a dedicated footpath. Otherwise plenty of parking. We ate under the outdoor marquee as it was a lovely bright evening. Food was so delicious with a really sophisticated menu. Kids well catered for albeit I'd say for veggie kids you may need to go off piste. I ate excellently with the whipped goats curd and beetroot, then polenta. Lovely staff and quick service. Can't recommend more highly.

Chefs do not have an easy life. Few, if any, think of what goes on in the kitchen before their food arrives to table. Every meal, every plate, every day and every service it should and must be perfect. Yes, they slip up sometimes. I reckon it would be impossible not to. We had issues but the problems were sorted and dealt with in a most professional way by the manager ( the very affable man on the desk). I am sure that on another night everything would have been perfect.

Fabulous place. The surrounding farm provides all of the meat that is aged and butchered on site. They have a cocktail bar and large outdoor pavilion. Service is great. The food is excellent. My Sirloin was as good as any steak I’ve had, priced at £30. Able to cater for veggie and GF. It’s a beautiful spot with gardens to enjoy with your drink and is part of the Art gallery which is also worth a look in.

We loved our Sunday lunch at the Roth Bar & Grill. I am a veggie and am regularly underwhelmed by other establishments' vegetarian offering. Not here - the lentil and mushroom loaf was AMAZING! I tried to work out the flavours so that I can have a go at recreating it myself. We thought the portions sizes were huge, and every element of the roast delicious. We would defs recommend! :-)

Roth Bar & Grill was well organised and serves a great selection of grilled food which was really well prepared and cooked. We really enjoy the Angus sirloin, spit grilled chicken, butter milk fried chicken and lamb chops. The Durslade Farm wine was not my cup of tea :-) it was way to sour finish for a Chardonnay blend for my taste. Mojito was perfect for a hot day :-)

What a wonderful restaurant. Chef Mark and his team prepared amazing food (even the fish course with our usually hated celeriac and fennel was a delight). The honeyed brioche went into my top 10 dishes eaten, so simple but absolute sticky wonderfulness. The front of house staff were very attentive and friendly and made us feel very welcome and well looked after. First time dining with them and such a shame we're unlikely to be back before they close at the end of September. If you're considering eating there (and why else would you be reading this), then get it booked ASAP! I look forward to seeing what's next.

Amazing atmosphere and food, lovingly prepared and served by a passionate team at the restaurant. Gutted that they're closing down.

An incredible visit. The food was delicious and I loved how they described where it was sourced. The non alcoholic cocktails were interesting and tasty. They made me feel really welcome and were good for coeliac and gluten allergies. The veggie food was still incredible. Its expensive but worth the money. I would love to go in daylight to see the grounds.

Food was excellent, the place is just lovely and the service was top notch. Cannot fault it and the food creations were some of the tastiest I have tried! If you can get there, it is WELL worth a visit.

Just wow. The cooking was incredible, fresh and 100% worth the price. We went for the Experience and every dish blew us away. The service was wonderful and the setting stunning. There's a bar on site if you arrive too early like we did! No need to dress up to the nines either, it's a cosy, comfortable place and you'll want to walk around the garden afterwards.

Had the 6 course tasting menu and was blown away by the creativeness and flavours we experienced. The mocktail drinks were amazing, not just sweet like some but with delicate botanical notes. An absolute must for that special occasion.

Really enjoyed my visit to the Ethicurean today. The food was all nicely cooked and well flavoured. Fit Christmas there is a set menu including a yummy mulled cider. I particularly enjoyed the duck main course. Service was friendly, and the restaurant is nicely decorated with wonderful views even on a grey day like today.

An excellent epicurean culinary experience at The Ethicurean. We were the lucky first table to try their new menu and dining concept. Suggest to come earlier slots to get a glimpse of the sunset as the lighting and views were spectacular. The service was excellent and the food, most of which grown on site, was a combination of splendid and unique flavours. Duck and Sea Buckthorn were the two favourites It was my parents anniversary so something complementary would have been nice as a gesture. However didn’t take away from the experience.

My partner and I had a very good experience at Osip. The tasting menu was excellent. We did the 6 course option which was more than enough food for us. We didn’t do the wine pairing as we were driving but we tried their in-house cider that was delicious. The wait staff were charismatic and knowledgeable. The restaurant certainly deserves its Michelin star and I look forward to coming again. The price is also very good.

Outstanding! In our top three tasting menus of all time. Lovely setting and friendly service. All the dishes looked, smelt and tasted superb. They were very accommodating with our request for no nuts, they also offer a vegan and vegetarian tasting menu. Really enjoyed the fact they serve what is in season so the menu is not fixed, and you get a copy at the end. All the dishes are explained really well when they come out. The timing between courses is perfect. There is street parking but it has a 2 hour limit, and as the tasting menu takes around 2 hours to serve, it might be worth looking for a car park that allows more time, as it’s a lovely walk around the venue location. Plus we would have loved a coffee as it smelt like it was excellent quality but had to get back to the car. We will definitely be returning! Thanks Team Osip for a very memorable meal.

I accidentally discovered this place while browsing on Google maps and it instantly caught my interest, so we decided to book a table for lunch. Well, it was definitely worth coming from London and we built our weekend around this occasion which was very enjoyable. We had a 6-course tasting menu and it was amazing - beautifully presented seasonal ingredients perfectly complemented by a selection of fine wines. A special mention must go to the optional (extra charge) cheese course which far exceeded our expectation and was delicious. Nice decor and impeccable service created a wonderful experience. We look forward to returning again in the future.

This was my second time at OSIP and it was perfection again. The Bruton low key place hides some of the finest food I ever had. Particularly a hispi cabbage and caramelized onion dish was intensely flavorful, a bread ice-cream dessert delicious. The chef has an unique flair for making veggies surprising and exciting. A Michelin star gem in a pretty quaint village. The wine pairing was maybe a little too experimental for my taste but still excellent. And it’s worth mentioning that the young staff is incredibly nice and dedicated. Far from London but can’t wait to go back again.

We visited Osip for lunch today after booking last minute this morning. The food was fantastic and the service matched, not over the top fussy which I find a bit off putting but really friendly, took care of everything we asked for, drinks were offered the right amount. I requested no fish and they were very careful to check exactly what I meant by this and very accommodating. If you enjoy a non alcoholic drink the cherry and cacao is wonderful, never had a drink like it. Incredibly glad they had space for us today, would come back again anytime.

Sensational birthday lunch treat ... had the full tasting menu and every dish was perfection in service, presentation and taste. Had a lovely vibe and atmosphere, and can't praise Osip enough.

We had a near perfect meal! All dishes were delicious but a couple stood out as exceptional, the squash with smoked whey and the final chocolate dish showed a clarity of cooking and confidence that is ver unusual. The wine pairings were also good with all of them hitting the mark and again a couple really enhancing the meal as a whole. Service was immaculate without being sterile and the young team were engaging and warm. Couldn’t recommend this more highly and looking forward to 2.0

Superb innovative mainly been based cooking. Some very clever dishes, all extremely tasty. Only slight criticism is that servings are on the small side. I know it's multi course fine dining, but making the portion sizes a little bigger would make this just about the perfect restaurant!

Superb evening. Hugely knowledgeable staff, warm and friendly. The talent of the young team, just exceptional. Super interesting, delicious, beautifully crafted food. Wine list my kind of size, budget and taste. I would highly recommend for a special trip.

Lovely relaxed vibe, super calm and nice staff and exquisite food. Nothing rushed and a thoroughly enjoyable experience. We only had 2 glasses of wine between us but the wine prices seem very fair. Interestingly there were only 3 meat courses (small amount of eel, scallops and lamb) out of 10 courses - we liked that. Terrific flavours and even the bread was superb. Bravo!

For one star I thought it was underwhelming. The service was great but the food was mediocre. All the dishes apart from the “snacks” - raw veggies from the garden, the beetroot taco and the dessert were all a bit too heavily salted. I gave up on the broad bean and pea dish half way because I found it unpleasantly salty. The chilled courgette soup was very fishy because of the the raw lobster bits in it. I thought it would’ve been better without the lobster. The BBQ chicken main course was tasty but again very salty and the BBQ sauce overpowering - I couldn’t taste the small amount of truffles on the chicken. And if I am honest the dark meat of the chicken was a bit chewy. The use of garden herbs was also heavy-handed. Some herbs left a very long-lasting taste on my palate. The only dish I truly enjoyed was the beetroot taco. I thought the taco was fresh and the beetroot was incredibly aromatic and tasty. The seasoning was balanced. Overall considering the ingredients and the execution at £230+ per head (tasting menu + wine pairing) it was not the great value for money.

We had such an amazing dining experience at Osip. I will definitely remember that meal for a long time. We loved everything about the restaurant- the service, the ambience, the simplicity of the place, as well as the artistry in each dish. To say that every dish was absolutely delicious would be an understatement. They also gave us a handwritten card. And to top it all off, they recognised my name as soon as I said it. I didn’t have to spell it out for them which is what I’m used to doing since my name is not very common to say the least. They made us feel like they were really expecting us. It’s definitely in the little things. Amazing service. Amazing food. We’ll definitely go back.

The food was incredible. We have had a few high end meals and this is the third Michelin star restaurant we've been to and the food at Osip is very different to food we have had elsewhere. We loved that we got to experience dishes and combinations we had never come across before. We particularly loved the black garlic and Jerusalem artichoke, the pumpkin sorbet and the broth that came with the bread course. The interior is beautiful and all the crockery our food came on was 'instagram perfect'. However we felt the service and atmosphere was cold and almost unfriendly. It is the first time I have felt out of place at a high end restaurant and there did not seem to be the same love from the people explaining the dishes and wines as at other places. Such a shame for food and a cost venue that deserves warmth and guests to feel comfortable.

What a fantastic place. The restaurant looks amazing and the atmosphere is really welcoming for such a high end restaurant. The staff are young, enthusiastic and really good at explaining the food and drinks. A big thanks to all the chefs and people there for a wonderful evening for my girlfriends birthday. The food is amazing and you will have to listen to the ingredients which will blow your mind. If I was local I would be here often. Enjoy the experience!

We had the tasting menu and every dish was incredible in terms of vibrant colours, unusual flavours and high quality ingredients - All served by a friendly and knowledgeable team from a tiny kitchen! The chefs were very accommodating to my friends pregnancy dietary requirements and felt like we could still enjoy the same experience without differing the menu too much. A lovely relaxed atmosphere and we loved the serving dishes!

An absolutely delicious dinner. We decided to select own our wines as with a large group it enabled us to enjoy a good variety by the bottle over all the courses. Service was informed, relaxed but tightly delivered. A few minor blips around water, but nothing of concern. Incredible complexity of execution and depth of flavours, presented beautifully make for a very special restaurant… a meal to remember. Interior is minimal with a few books to add to the decor: country modernism in a beautiful old building. If you’re in the area, make sure you go, it’s not to be missed.

Had the most amazing 3 course last night. What an experience! Lovely intimate setting and Matt literally opens up his home to welcome a select few. Lovely staff and Matt is a delight to chat to. He spends the time to speak to you on your table, and if your lucky, he might even show you his kitchen. It felt like visiting a friend for a meal, except the friend cooks Michelin star food. If you haven't been, stop thinking about it, just book and go now if you enjoy delicious, well crafted flavours. Looking forward to seeing what's on the menu next month. Don't forget it's BYO, which is great being able to bring along your favourite drink. Keep up the amazing work Matt and the rest of the team. We look forward to coming back soon to support local again in another month or so.

What a wonderful dining experience! The food was excellent, Matt and the waitresses were super friendly and hospitable. Very reasonable and lovely to bring your own alcohol / drinks too! Thank you so much - came on a recommendation and will certainly recommend / come again if in the area.

We had an incredible vegetarian meal, every dish was spectacular. Great atmosphere and Matt & Georgia were super friendly. Highly recommend a visit.

What a place. A different seasonal menu each month where you get everything listed, and it's BYO 👀 The service and atmosphere was beyond expectations. Matt greeted us at the door and went on to explain each dish as it came out. I emailed prior to the meal to ask if a candle could be put in my husband's dessert for his birthday... Every course featured a candle. Brilliant! The food was of course out of this world. Stunning flavours and all presented beautifully. I cannot recommend Matt's Kitchen enough. The order: £40 per person for everything on the menu Bring your own drinks 👀 📅 Visited in November 2023

Great food, reasonable prices, quirky ambience. Cash only.

Took my girlfriend for a birthday meal and we were wowed by the place. The ambience when you walk is very cosy as you're greeted by Matt. He talks you through the dishes on the set menu as they're served, all of which were delicious. Can't wait to visit again soon! Booking is a must, it was a full house.

My wife, brilliantly, booked Matt's Kitchen to celebrate my 50th birthday. It really was the perfect choice. The dining experience is unique, the welcome warm and the food, well, simply divine. Matt is a superb host, fun, warm and friendly, and his passion for his food is obvious. We had three sublime courses, each introduced with an explanation of what we were about to enjoy. And enjoy we did. Each course was a taste sensation, generous in their portion size and flavours. The atmosphere in the restaurant is friendly, comfortable, unique and original. For the quality of the dishes and the personal service, it really can't be beaten. I cannot recommend Matt's Kitchen enough.

My husband and I enjoyed a childless weekend in Bruton and spent our first evening out to dinner at Matt's Kitchen. Every part of our visit was perfection, from the warm greeting right up to final goodbye from Matt, himself. The food was exquisite, every mouthful was unbelievable. I would have booked us in for the Saturday if Matt hadn't been fully booked. It's a set menu each month but yes, the food was that good that I'd have eaten it all over again the very next day. Matt and his team are the perfect hosts, the restaurant is so warm and comforting. Being able to BYOB gave it that extra feel of relaxation... as though we'd hired a charming personal chef! Do not hesitate to book Matt's Kitchen. We will be returning to Bruton and our first stop will be Matt's Kitchen!

Had the most gorgeous evening with Matt & his lovely team. Can’t recommend his wonderful place more highly. Food made with love & care. attentive service, Fabulous setting, absolutely loved the decor, the artwork & his honouring of the unique character of thimble cottage. Definitely a dining experience to be savoured from a genuine host that truly deserves his reputation. Thank you Matt for sharing your home, you are a legend. We will return. Many Blessings, love & light 🙏🏾

My husband and I went to Matt's Kitchen last night after a long week of work. It was just what the soul ordered. Food was thought out, flavours were fantastic and made with the best ingredient, love! Matt's hosting was lovely and personable, we were late and he was very forgiving! The team he has is also lovely and personable, timely service while letting you sit and and his place has a very relaxed dinner vibe without being ushered out to turn tables over. Beautiful bathroom experience, all the stuff you see there is well thought out and as Matt chatted to us, he has taken his time to hone and has no wastage with food, and has organic hand towels. Lovely hosting, fantastic food, byo drinks. Really lovely Friday night, thanks Matt and team of ladies, you kicked of our weekend beautifully

We went to Matt's kitchen for our wedding anniversary and the food was outstanding honestly some of the best food I have ever eaten. Matt is a genuinely nice guy who explained each dish. I can't wait for another reason to go again...

Can't recommend highly enough. We've been luck to eat some amazing food in some amazing places. Matt's Kitchen is right up there. Great set menu, attentive service and awesome food all presented in a quirky (in a good way) genuinely unique restaurant. Bring a bottle, get comfy and enjoy... Can't wait to go back 👍

We enjoyed a delicious Moroccan dinner last night. Beautifully presented, good portions and subtle flavours. The staff are friendly welcoming and efficient. The atmosphere is relaxed and cosy.

Such a lovely, little, local pub. Amazing food, and great bar staff. Definitely recommend!!!

I believe this pub has just changed hands & I have to say they do a terrific Sunday lunch. Reasonably priced, good portions, excellent service. We’ll be back.

Just lovely. Superb welcome, atmosphere just what a pub should be. Food selection good, Sunday roast excellent. Staff just superb, professional without being too serious. Absolute delight. Am I biased because it was once my home. I think you know me better than that by now. Top spot.

This used to be a great pub, used by many of the local community. The last occupants tried to do something digging but failed badly New tenants are excellent and it looks as if the glory days are comong back. Not tried the food yet but will on next visit.

Such a lovely meal. As a GF vegetarian this was the nicest meal I’ve ever had for a Sunday roast alternative. Our friends enjoyed their meat Sunday roasts and deserts too. The service was attentive and amiable. Booking is important as it’s very popular and let them know your dietary requirements in advance if you have any- I was pleasantly surprised that they had made such an effort to accommodate my requirements. Will definitely be returning.

Just the best as always. Thanks Simon & Clarely. The haloumi salad I had was delicious. It was a starter but made into a main course when I asked. See you soon!

Sunday lunch was gorgeous itself. Starters weren't very inspiring but puddings all looked good. Checked out the weekday menu which looked OK but doesn't really cater to the older person's taste, mainly burgers and curry.

Really lovely pub, food was spot on and relatively cheap, lovely log fires and good selection of drinks

Had a lovely evening meal Saturday night hubby had the gammon I had the chicken curry, both was lovely and good size portions. It was table service and the 2 young ladies were very polite and helpful nothing no trouble for them. They had a good assortment of beers and other drinks, we had popped in the evening before to book a table and called in the nx lunch time for a drink in their beer garden while we were visiting

Lovely country pub with amazing Sunday roast. Friendly and helpful staff Thank you

Super pub, great real beer’s excellently kept. Good choice and good food. Great beer garden and loads of parking. Bike rack …

Great food, excellent customer service, owners Simon and Clery are very friendly and always go above and beyond for people. They are able to cater for a wide range of events and they have the best drinks, food and outdoor area were you can always have an amazing time on a glorious summers evening. If you could rate this pub 10 stars then it would have my approval.