A meal at The Shrubbery

It was our friend's birthday last night, usually we venture out of town, but this time I was pleasantly surprised that I could enjoy a glass of red and didn't have to drive. We headed to The Shrubbery in Shepton Mallet. New owners took over in December 2011 and have given the bar and restaurant a fresh new look.

The Shrubberry in the past had retained a rather dark Victorian style,but today you are instantly welcomed by a fresh, white-washed interior with classic and contemporary touches. Wonderful to see a clean, spotless bar

In the restaurant the smell of lilies was sublime. It was a light filled room 
and a warm atmosphere, with candles and a large chandelier.

    http://www.theshrubberyhotel.com/eatdrinkmeet.html

Crisp white tablecloths, a show-case of wine, and soft ambient music.

 I chose the Exmoor blue cheese salad, apple and walnuts, with a sweet Balsamic dressing, 

and I couldn't resist the spicy three bean chilli with turmeric rice, jalapeno peppers and sour cream. 

The Somerset pork and apple sausages served with creamy mash 
and a cider sauce was the most popular at our table. 

Distracted by the desert of home-made 70% dark chocolate ice cream, with dusted cocoa powder & Espresso shot, I had eaten it before I remembered to take a photo!

Thank you Adrian, Lorraine and staff at The Shrubbery for a fabulous evening.

The Shrubbery Hotel www.theshrubberyhotel.com  (New website coming soon!)

Open every day of the week, the restaurant serves everything from morning coffees and nibbles through to wholesome lunches and an a la carte restaurant menu in the evenings. The menus use locally sourced produce and are well-priced.

The hotel has 8 rooms, the majority of which are en-suite and can provide conference facilities for business meetings. The Shrubbery also has an extensive garden and terrace maintained to a high level in which to relax.

Comments;

Company formations18 September 2012 23:29

The ambiance looks comfy. And the food looks great! I would love to drop by there one time!