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The Bell at Caerleon

Bulmore Road | Caerleon, NP18 1QQ, Wales
01633 420613
Ranked #5 of 81 restaurants in Newport
4.5 of 5 stars 69 Reviews
Price range: INR901 - INR3,546
Cuisines: British, Gastropub, Welsh, European
Good for: Child-friendly, Romantic, Bar Scene, Local cuisine, Entertaining clients
Dining options: Lunch Spot, Dinner, Reservations
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Good for: Child-friendly, Romantic, Bar Scene, Local cuisine, Entertaining clients
Dining options: Lunch Spot, Dinner, Reservations
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69 reviews from our community

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Senior Reviewer
9 reviews 9 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 May 2012

A stunning real pub with a food and drinks list to be revered. Try the specials, enjoy the extensive cider list and make a great evening even better. Highly recommended More

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newport
2 reviews
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 May 2012

A bit pricey but good service and well presented food More

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Senior Reviewer
8 reviews 8 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 May 2012

I took a couple of travel-weary colleagues from the USA here and all three of us were very impressed by the quality of the food and the beautiful presentation. Meat, fish and vegetables were all delicious and there is a focus on using locally sourced ingredients. There is a good selection of beers on offer and the garden at the... More

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Lancashire
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14 reviews 14 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
13 helpful votes 13 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2012

We found this restaurant curtesy of Tripadvisor, we were in the area for a wedding and wanted to eat somewhere nice. The Bell was absolutely fantastic, from its picturesque location to the beautifully maintained gardens, first impressions were high. We were greeted inside by very friendly staff who could not have been more accommodating if they tried! The inside of... More

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Sydney, Australia
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7 reviews 7 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 May 2012

Went here recently for a family meal on a Monday night. Pub and restaurant were quiet but the food and service didn't disappoint. Staff were very friendly and helpful. Impressive selection of fish and meat dishes, mostly using local produce and all cooked and presented beautifully. Extensive selection of real ales and ciders plus a good wine list. More

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Caerleon, S Wales
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3 reviews 3 reviews
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 May 2012

I love the atmosphere at the Bell , the food is great and the real ales a treat. Recently had a meal with parents and was unfortunately let down by the service when some wrong meals arrived at the table and things were a little slower than they really should have been. Get this bit right and in my view... More

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leetCaerleon, Owner at The Bell at Caerleon, responded to this review
2 May 2012

Dear Guest, Thank you for your valued feedback. It is by receiving and analysing feedback that we are able to continually improve In terms of your experience regarding the service you encountered I apologise. All of us at The Bell strive to deliver an exceptional experience for all of our guests. Indeed our own internal guest feedback capture tells us,... More

Bristol
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 April 2012

We have been trying to think if we have been to a friendlier pub and we couldn't think of any. The regulars were great fun, I was even ordered a Scotch egg by one claiming that he had left his wife for one. Having tried it, If I was ever to leave my wife for a Scotch egg, it would... More

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5 reviews 5 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 April 2012
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After seeing the new menu we booked a table for a Friday night. The pub was busy and extremely cosy ...we were welcomed by the Lee's and their friendly staff and seated to our table. My husband had mussels for starter which he thoroughly enjoyed. As I had never been tempted to try mussels before I knew I had to... More

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Uckfield, United Kingdom
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10 reviews 10 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 April 2012

Genuine pub with a good selection of beers and ciders. We'd been told that the food was good, and it certainly was. Interesting menu with plenty of fish and seafood. I had the grilled crevettes, followed by skate. The food is pub style rather than fine dining, and therefore good portions. Excellent quality and flavour, well set out. Good friendly... More

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Lancashire, UK
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15 reviews 15 reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 April 2012

We stopped at the Bell Inn for lunch and took advantage of their 2 courses for £9.95 offer. The starters were exceptional - 2 chose whitebait and I had the mussels. All 3 were delicious with great flavour. The main courses were good but maybe slightly disappointing after the starters which raised our expectations. Compared to the motorway services we... More

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