The Old Granary - Wareham

John S.

The food was nice and really hot, the staff were friendly and polite but the service was really slow. We do like a bit a break between courses, but this was just a bit too long. It was really busy, so I think it would be fair to say it's probably better at less popular times. The pub itself is in a lovely setting right next to the river. Prices are quite high, £35/person with 2 soft drinks. We would return, so I guess that speaks for itself, and the fact a busy place is a good place. Cleanliness also very good. 😛👍

Richard T.

Lovely pub/restaurant set next to the river in Wareham. Good selection of local beers with staff very nice and friendly. Food is plentiful and good quality. Visited out of season, but suspect gets very busy other times, so best to book.

Val J.

Sunday 9th February, we visited The Granary where we’ve been on several occasions during the summer because they have a prime spot by the river. It was a freezing cold night so we wanted somewhere warm where we could enjoy a Sunday roast. There was only beef left so we ordered two. The atmosphere was pleasant and the service was good. We sat at a table by a wood burning fire but the fire wasn’t lit which was very disappointing. We ordered drinks then our meal arrived which looked very good. The beef was thinly sliced and pink in the middle which looked perfect with the Yorkshire pudding and all the trimmings. Unfortunately it was the worst beef we have ever had, it was tough, tasteless and difficult to cut but seeing as there was no other choice of roast left we persevered with it. The waitress asked us how our meals were and we told her the beef was dreadful to which she said she would speak to the chef. We would have liked a dessert but when we saw the prices of simple puddings were over £8 we decided not to so just had coffee. Because we weren’t happy with the beef, only 15% was deducted from our bill. It was a very disappointing visit, we won’t be returning during the winter months.

Kinga S.

I'm in love with this place. It's adorable and cozy. Food amazing ! You need to try 😉 Definitely recommend.

Rob M.

Popped in for a few drinks. Didn't have food but the menu looked good and the staff were friendly. Lovely location too next to the river.

Mark B.

We stopped off on the way back from RSPB Arne yesterday and couldn't have been more pleased with the quality of the food and wine. The staff were friendly and knowledgeable and the location next to the river perfect. The fish pie is particularly recommended.

Suzanne S.

Our experience at the Old Granary left us with mixed emotions and sadly we won't return. this was our third lunch here and we were excited to bring a good friend with us.

We are not local to the area and had not vistied on a Saturday before. On our arrival we were surprised to find that the parking area was filled with a market and we had no idea where we could park. We pulled over and our guest popped in to enquire as to where we could find parking. He was met by a frosty unhelpful lady who shrugged and said she didn't know, and by her attitutude she didn't care either. Fortunately when stopping the gentleman also assiting at front of house, some directions to parking were proferred. The first impression for our guest though was not what we had hoped for.

Our table was in a loud and busy area, which would have made it impossible for conversation, something to note when making your booking. Fortunately, and a plus on the service experience, we were able to be seated in a quieter area. The Old Granary is an attractively detailed pub and we liked the decor.

Issey, our server was fabulous. Great smile, engaging and she rescued the lunch on the whole. Food wise, we had the Larder sharing platter which was well presented and tasty, classic fish and chips, the chicken and bacon pie, and the sirloin. The sirloin was not the best and quite pricey even for steak, and was a bit of a disappointment.

After a rainy day the sun evetually broke through the clouds and we wanted to take advantage of the deck area alongside the river for a drink and dessert. As requested duly settled our account and headed outside with our drinks, I popped inside for a menu to be told by front of house that because of the weather no food was being served outside, not even dessert. This was in case the rain returned and we needed to come inside and tables were not available. It was late afternoon, between sittings with many empty tables, and when settling our lunch bill I had stated we wanted to have dessert outside and was told that this would not be a problem. We were a table of 3 an our bill was about £50per person... Overall not very hospitable, and not what we expected from our previous lunches a disappointing end to our afternoon.

John W.

Wandered in on a grey Sunday afternoon not expecting too much, and maybe not even expecting there to be any space!

We sat outside next to the river which was really nice.

Surprisingly good set of vegan options including burger and salad and the Beetroot Wellington (pictured) as a vegan roast option.

Good selection of beers too. Sadly too full for pudding