The Kings Head — Restaurant in England

Looking at the other reviews maybe we were unlucky but I have eaten dinner here this evening and have been appalled by the service and pretty disgusted at the cleanliness. It was one of the Eat Out to Help Out evenings and I understand that this means they may have been a bit busier, although given that they have a reduced number of tables, surely they should be less stretched than when working at full capacity?? Anyway, after booking a table for 8pm we were asked to wait in the outside seating area while they got the table ready. Not a problem but no suggestion as to how long this may take or offer to get drinks while we were waiting and finally, after over half an hour, we were sent to our table. Still no offer to take our drinks order or show us the menu and after 10 minutes I had to go and get my own from the bar. After some time, there was still no one coming to the table and this was about an hour after our original booking! (I would've walked out by now but where else was I going to feed my 3 kids at 9pm?) Finally, we ordered drinks and waited. And waited. The person who took the order had to be reminded that our drinks had been sat on the bar. Having finally got our drinks, which weren't what we wanted but we'd fallen into submission by this point, I had to ask if we could order food (No 'Are you ready to order?' was going to happen)! The food came and looked okay until I noticed a delicious looking fly baked into the top of my veg lasagne. They took it away under the pretence that they were getting me a new one but I'm pretty sure it was the same one minus the fly that came back. Admittedly, the food all tasted okay but I really don't know how they can justify the premium prices with the level of service and the fruit fly swarms around the bar area. Yes, flies drop into food but no, 'We will take this off the bill for you' as way of an apology. It's a good job that it was the Eat Out to Help Out or I wouldn't have been happy paying for this meal at all and I still feel a bit begrudged,...

I had the pleasure of performing at The Kings Head in Yarmouth this past Friday, and I must say, it was an experience to remember. From the moment I walked in, the atmosphere was electric—buzzing with the anticipation of a great night ahead.

The staff were incredibly welcoming and professional, ensuring that the setup for my gig went smoothly. My sound system setup was top-notch, allowing for a crisp and clear performance. It's evident that The Kings Head values quality entertainment and goes the extra mile to provide an excellent experience for both performers and patrons alike.

The audience was fantastic—engaged, appreciative, and clearly included some regulars who know how to appreciate good music and a good time. It's not often you find a venue that brings together such a wonderful community of people.

Let's not forget the food and drinks—absolutely divine. Whether you're a fan of traditional pub fare or looking for something a bit more gourmet, The Kings Head has you covered. The drinks menu is extensive, offering something for everyone, from local ales to fine wines.

All in all, The Kings Head in Yarmouth is more than just a pub; it's a cornerstone of the West Wight community, a haven for music lovers, and an absolute must-visit if you find yourself in the area. I can't wait to return for another gig and another...

My family and I were visiting from Australia last month. It was a busy Saturday evening and we decided to go to this pub for dinner. As I was waiting to order at the bar, I was shocked to see the male bar manager having a go at the much younger female staff member, apparently for not pouring her pint to the standard he expected- even through she poured it perfectly. When this occurred, there were about 4/5 other men at the bar waiting to be served and it was clear that he did this as he knew he had an audience- it was a power-play move. The poor woman looked so humiliated as she was publicly scolded and none of us knew were to look. It was so unprofessional, paternalistic, misogynistic and just gross behaviour. Something that you’d see in a pub in 1970, not 2022. A part from him the staff were lovely, food was great and we loved the music. The bar manager needs to get back into a time machine and return to the era where he belongs. Men should not treat women this way, regardless of rank and status. If he had a problem with her performance there are ways and means of doing this instead of humiliating...