William's, Nailsworth — Restaurant in Stroud

We went here last night for a meal that we were both looking forward to. It’s a lovely looking place set in a charming looking village. The menu was much smaller and less varied than the sample menu shown online which would be only slightly disappointing if you are a fish lover but disappointing if you are not. We both had scallops for starters which was a pretty looking dish although the scallops themselves were under-caramelised and completely lacking seasoning. For mains my girlfriend had a surf and turf. The lobster had no claw and the meat was shrivelled inside the shell. There was a lovely looking steak but it was undercooked and once again completely lacking and seasoning. Perhaps to compensate for the undercooked steak there was a very overcooked heritage carrot. When it said heritage carrot we didn’t realise that they meant English Heritage as in the society specialising in things that were once lovely but now well past their best and showing the scars of a civil war. I had sea bass on a chick pea curry. The skin was supposed to be crispy but was about as crispy as clingfilm. The fish was reminiscent of a crispy pancake sadly not because of being crispy but because it was so thin. The curry lacked even a mild heat and once again there was a total absence of seasoning. In all I’m not sure if the chef had an off nite or a night off. The dishes were attractive looking but sadly the portion sizes and prices were the only things that the food had in common with dining level food. The day after our visit my girlfriend was I’ll with an upset tummy. That may have had nothing to do with the food or the restaurant of course it may have just been a bug and coincidence but it is very unlike her to...

Today I had the pleasure of dining at this remarkable fish restaurant, and I am absolutely delighted to share my experience. From the moment I walked through the door, I knew I was in for something special. This establishment is truly a hidden gem, offering an unforgettable culinary adventure for seafood enthusiasts.

First and foremost, let me express my awe at the lobster served here. The lobster dishes were nothing short of extraordinary! The chefs clearly take immense pride in their craft, as every bite of the succulent lobster was a burst of exquisite flavors. The freshness and quality were unparalleled, making it one of the finest lobster dishes I have ever savored.

Aside from the outstanding cuisine, the service provided by Sophie, our delightful waitress, was absolutely outstanding. She was attentive, knowledgeable, and went above and beyond to ensure our dining experience was flawless. Sophie's warm and welcoming demeanor made us feel like cherished guests. Her genuine passion for the restaurant and its offerings shone through in her attentive recommendations and willingness to cater to our preferences. Her attention to detail and impeccable timing truly enhanced our overall experience. Sophie's exceptional service added an extra layer of enjoyment to our evening, and her dedication to customer satisfaction was truly commendable.

Also for dessert we had salted caramel ice cream which was the best we have ever had. We are blown away.

Thank you,...

We were in Nailsworth for a couple of days chilling.Noticed this fish restaurant in central Nailsworth and found that they are open from lunchtime till teatime Monday to Thursday and also open at night Friday and Saturday. Went for a light lunch bite on Tuesday as had already booked an Italian meal for the evening. Very friendly greeting by staff and we were offered an outside table, which was a bonus considering the hot weather. Good choice of fish and seafood first courses. I won't give you menu choices as they change a lot of it daily. I had the William's soup ( which is a menu staple and my wife had a King Scallop. Both were excellent. ( The William's soup is probably the best fish soup I can remember eating )Very reasonable price including wine and beer. Enjoyed it so much we decided to return the next day for a full lunch. Outside table again and very friendly professional waiting staff. We both went for Spicy Crab soup first course. My wife had halibut main and I had Catalan fish stew. Both meals were superb. We had a chat with waitress and she told us that they get most of their fish and seafood fresh daily, delivered from various parts of the country. What a gem of a restaurant. So unusual to get such a great independent seafood restaurant in the heart of England, so far from the coast. We cannot recommend this restaurant highly enough for food, staff, atmosphere and...