The Poplars - Wiltshire

Came here Saturday 3rd February for a surprise meal for my dads 80th birthday. We were a table of 11. Due to the number of us, we all, except the birthday boy, pre-ordered. That was emailed and acknowledgement received. On the night, the staff were fantastic; friendly, and attentive, Corina is great at what she does, absolute star. Now to the food. It was amazing, and I mean, AMAZING. Presentation and taste spot on, massive shout out to the chef. The food was so good, family that travelled from Devon and Gloucestershire have vowed to return for Sunday lunch one weekend (from previous experience, that is also amazing). I would highly recommend The Poplars. 5* all round.

Christmas day lunch needs to be a bit special and when you have reserved a table at £95 a head you cannot help but feel nervous that you have made the right choice. We had no need to worry. Expecting a good quality pub type meal we were surprised to be served a meal more akin to fine dining but not stinting on the quantity of the food unlike many top class restaurants. The meal kicked off with an 'amuse bouche ' of roast celeriac veloute on poached apple, roast hazelnuts, chestnuts and crispy rice, served at at the table. Delicious! Starters followed, again beautifully presented on the plate, Duck and pork terrine for me and beetroot and poached apple for my wife. Then a really nice touch. Before the mains, we were presented with a wine glass containing a boule of lychee sorbet and the waiter topped it up with prosecco. Having cleared our pallets the main courses arrived, turkey for me and lamb for my wife, again cooked to perfection and beautifully presented. The meal was rounded off by a good selection of desserts, both traditional and old favourites, We were well satisfied, in fact we had no room for the mince pies and coffee that we were offered. Service charge was automatically put on the bill, but for me that was no problem as I would have happily added it myself. The waiting staff were excellent and helped make the whole experience special. Thank you all at The Poplars.

Went for a Christmas Day meal at The Poplars and we had a fantastic dining experience. From ambiance to the food to the service, it was such a pleasure to dine here. £95 for Christmas Meal. It included the 5 courses plus mice pies and coffee. Each course was delicious in its own way, but the turkey really stood out. It was undoubtedly the best meal I had in a long time. Thank you to the chef, servers, hosts, and all others who made it a Christmas to remember we booked already for next year)

Amazing Christmas Day lunch shared with family friends. Fabulous food, attentive waiting bar staff, talented chefs a wonderful Christmassy atmosphere in a traditional country pub! Would definitely recommend a visit at anytime (food is always good) would love Christmas lunch there next year!

Excellent Christmas day lunch imaginative and varied choices and good service! Well done will definitely visit again!