Bentley's, Dudsbury Golf Club

When we moved to the area in early 2020, one of our neighbours told us that Bentleys was his favourite places for a Sunday carvery. Then came Covid and lockdowns, so that we have only now been able to try it out, since its reopening last month. We were very much looking forward to it and, whilst it was OK, it was a little disappointing. Firstly the complimentary hors d’oeuvres. One small rectangular plate was presented to us, but whilst the quantity of what was on there was fine for two, the actual components on it were one chicken skewer, one spring roll and two small, but different, tarts, meaning that, other than the olives and feta, everything had to be cut in half to enable us each to sample everything! The carvery itself was neither the best that I have ever had, but nor was it the worst. I was impressed that the beef was cooked as beef should be, and not cremated, and commented as much to the chef. As this was unusual for a carvery both my wife and I went for it plus some turkey. I have to say that the turkey was very nice, but the beef was rather chewy. Vegetables were OK; I thought that the roast potatoes could have been a bit crispier and the Yorkshire was pretty rock solid. For dessert, my wife chose the lemon meringue which, I think was a good choice, because I went for rhubarb crumble and custard and found the crumble topping to be almost as solid as a pie crust. I'm afraid that it is unlikely that we will be rushing back.

Went for the carvery on Mothers Day. Friendly staff and the old chef is back and the food and portions were excellent. Highly recommended

We booked to attend a party at Bentley’s Restaurant, Dudsbury Golf Club, paying fully £45 each) 6 weeks in advance of the event. As we are extremely vulnerable, health-wise, we decided to cancel this booking 5 days before the date of the party, motivated by the growing Covid emergency. Bentley’s rejected our request for a refund, either in part or complete, siting grounds based on ‘clause 3’. Given the rapid escalation of this pandemic wave, we feel that this decision is wholly avaricious and totally lacking moral largess. Their culinary and hospitality offering may well be excellent though from reading other reviews, maybe not), but we’ll never know

Attended a function here staff were rushed, customer service poor food mediocre don't waste your money very expensive with little to show for it

Lovely piano player and food greatly let down by rude uncaring customer service, will not be returning.