The Fox Inn - Forest of Dean

Since reading a very positive review of The Fox in The Times I have been for dinner on three separate occasions. My first visit I was solo and I found the food (scotch egg, followed by fish and chips plus dessert) excellent, and the service superb. On my second (again solo) visit I had toad in the hole which was disappointing the pudding mix was burnt and it was a stodgy meal to be fair it could have been more about my choice after all, toad in the hole is quite stodgy! On my most recent visit in November I bought along three family member’s. We all felt somewhat disappointed by starters and main courses. Service was slow and appeared to be under resourced. I know it’s difficult in the hospitality industry to recruit and retain staff and at the same time maintain consistently high standards of food. The Fox Inn is a lovely pub, however, my experience of the quality of the food has been inconsistent. Notwithstanding my experiences so far, I will go to The Fox Inn again.

We followed Giles Coren's review and found the food mediocre. For £20 I had the ploughmans lunch which consisted of a jacket potato? Cheese mixed to a paste with beer? 2 half slices of ham , bread and lettuce leaves. No sign of a tomato or some decent cheese. the rest of the family were similarly underwhelmed. Will not be going again.

The whole experience, from the welcome, to the food was just exceptional. Had my parents visiting and enjoyed a spot of lunch due to them being Father Brown enthusiasts. The ploughmans was spot on and Dad was super happy that they us ham egg and chips on the menu. This place is great, for friends, family, dining or just having a few beers in the garden (great selection of Kay and cask). Service was fantastic, I would highly recommend!

Excellent food and impeccable service. The steak frites were as good as ever and the sole was exceptional, this remains our favourite local dining destination

Contrary to another reviewer, we have followed Giles Coren reviews and will now stop as we have been continually disappointed.He writes well ,his judgement of cuisine not so good .And often the places he reviews appear to be run by people he likes and respects...