The Fuzzy Duck

4.5 (16)

£26 to £40

Gastro Pub

Ilmington Rd, Armscote, England CV37 8DD

Make a reservation

2 people

May 11, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 7 times today

Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

Charming
Good for special occasions
Neighborhood gem

Located just a few miles from Stratford-upon-Avon, it offers the perfect country retreat and is an ideal base from which to explore Shakespeare’s haunts as well as the rolling hills and river valleys of the Cotswolds.

Steeped in history, the building once housed the local blacksmith and in the 18th Century became a popular Coaching Inn. It remains Armscote’s only pub and, saved and sensitively refurbished in 2013 by the family behind Baylis & Harding, it retains many distinctive character features. Beautiful exposed beams, flagstone floors and magnificent fireplaces give that rustic feel with clever and contemporary touches, lending this remarkable building a luxurious yet comfortable atmosphere, which can’t fail to charm. We welcome children and four-legged friends and our pub garden is ideal for families to enjoy leisurely lunches, drinks or snacks whilst the beautifully landscaped courtyard garden offers a sophisticated area to drink or dine.

Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
£26 to £40
Cuisines
Gastro Pub, British, English
Hours of operation
Tue–Sat 10:00 am–11:00 pm Sun 10:00 am–6:00 pm
Phone number
01608 682635
Website
http://www.fuzzyduckarmscote.com/
Dress code
Smart Casual

Location
Ilmington Rd, Armscote, England CV37 8DD
Neighborhood
Stratford-Upon-Avon
Parking details
Private Lot
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer Garden, Dog Friendly, Indoor Fireplace, Outdoor Firepit, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Wheelchair Access

Experiences

Set Menus at The Fuzzy Duck!
£19.95 per person
Multiple dates available
£19.95 for 2 courses!
Set Menus at The Fuzzy Duck!
£27.95 per person
Multiple dates available
£27.95 for 3 courses!

Classic Prawn Cocktail£10.95
King prawns, whole crevette, lettuce, Marie Rose
Fuzzy Duck Scotch Egg£9.00
Homemade tomato ketchup
Duck Liver Pâté£9.50
Fruit chutney, sourdough
Pan Seared Scallops£18.95
Smoked bacon butter, garlic & herb bread crumb
Homemade Seasonal Soup£7.00
Mark’s Cotswold sourdough
Goat’s Cheese Soufflé£9.00
Twice baked soufflé, truffle cheese sauce

Pub Classics

8oz Cheeseburger£19.00
Toasted brioche bun, house burger sauce, skin-on fries
Fish & Chips£22.50
Ale battered cod fillet, chunky chips, mushy peas, tartare
Quack & Chips£24.00
Honey & soy glazed duck leg, truffle & parmesan fries, carrot & sesame salad

Mains

Day Boat Fish
Please ask a member of the team for today’s catch
Pumpkin Risotto£18.95
Pumpkin & spinach risotto, roasted pumpkin, seeds
Cotswold Chicken£26.00
Honey roasted parsnips, cavolo nero, fondant potato, chicken jus, bread sauce
Fillet of Beef£39.00
Homemade hash brown, roasted vine cherry tomatoes, mushroom duxelle, red wine jus
Rack of Lamb£36.75
Buttered mash, pea purée, minted peas, port jus

Sides

Ale battered onion rings£4.00
Crispy duck fat chips£6.00
Honey roasted carrots & parsnips£4.50
Vinaigrette salad£4.00
Creamed peas & leeks£4.50
Buttery mashed potatoes£5.00

What 16 people are saying

The Fuzzy Duck reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.5

4.5 based on recent ratings

4.5Food
4.3Service
4.5Ambience
4Value

Noise • Energetic

Loved For

Stratford-Upon-Avon
Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

The Fuzzy Duck offers a warm, welcoming atmosphere in the Cotswolds with "delicious day boat fish" and "succulent scallops." Guests praise the "excellent service" and "very well cooked food." While some issues with service and seating were noted, the "amazing food" and "perfect setting" make it a recommended choice.

16 Reviews

P
Penny
Warwickshire1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
A very enjoyable evening with delicious food and very good service. I would highly recommend The Fuzzy Duck to family and friends and anyone who is looking for a memorable night out
Is this helpful?
B
Brian
Warwickshire1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Chose the Fish of the Day of the main menu and it was excellent. We both enjoyed our deserts, so all round a great meal in a very pleasant pub, with attractive decor.
Is this helpful?
E
Emma
Warwickshire13 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Belated birthday celebration.. the most delicious lunch we have had for a long while .. great value set meal . Attentive waiter . Will come again soon ! Thanks 😊
Is this helpful?
M
Michelle
Worcestershire2 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Good food, pleasant atmosphere , reasonable priced food
Is this helpful?
N
Nikki
Warwickshire1 review
5.0
Dined on April 24, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The most amazing food and a perfect setting for our birthday celebration !! Rack of Lamb was cooked to perfection as was the fillet of beef which was sublime. The crumble came with lashings of homemade custard (yummy) - washed down with a 'pawnstar' cocktail !! And it did not break the bank - Highly recommended
Is this helpful?
G
George
New York City13 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 19, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
One of the better meals to be had in the Cotswold. Excellent variety of local foods. Service and staff are very friendly and accommodating. A great evening all around.
Is this helpful?
A
Anwer
London16 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 18, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Had lunch at the Fuzzy Duck. Very impressed. Very well cooked food and sizeable portions. Excellent service and nice ambience. And good value too. Can't fault it. Would definitely recommend.
Is this helpful?
D
Dale
London3 reviews
4.0
Dined on April 16, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Gastropub in pretty north Cotswolds hamlet. Scallops were succulent and delicious, chicken moist and lamb cutlets pink and juicy.
Is this helpful?
G
Gail
Warwickshire1 review
5.0
Dined on April 2, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Fuzzy duck scotch egg highly recommended and quack and chips very tasty
Is this helpful?
J
Jonathan
Warwickshire2 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 1, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Today's fish was hake served with asparagus, samphire, and crushed new potatoes. It was one of the best dishes I have ever eaten and the price was very reasonable.
Is this helpful?

FAQs

The Fuzzy Duck is rated 4.5 stars by 16 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

May 11, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 7 times today

Experiences are available.

Ilmington Rd, Armscote, England CV37 8DD

Dining areas

Additional information

Neighborhood
Stratford-Upon-Avon
Hours of operation
Tue–Sat 10:00 am–11:00 pm Sun 10:00 am–6:00 pm
Price
£26 to £40
Cuisines
Gastro Pub, British, English
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Private Lot
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer Garden, Dog Friendly, Indoor Fireplace, Outdoor Firepit, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Wheelchair Access

Website
http://www.fuzzyduckarmscote.com/
Phone number
01608 682635

The Fuzzy Duck

Make a reservation

About this restaurant

Dining areas

Additional information

Set Menus at The Fuzzy Duck!

Set Menus at The Fuzzy Duck!

Bread & Butter

Warm honey & oat mini milk loaf£4.20

Oysters

Half a dozen rock oysters£28.00

Starters

Classic Prawn Cocktail£10.95

Fuzzy Duck Scotch Egg£9.00

Duck Liver Pâté£9.50

Pan Seared Scallops£18.95

Homemade Seasonal Soup£7.00

Goat’s Cheese Soufflé£9.00

Pub Classics

8oz Cheeseburger£19.00

Fish & Chips£22.50

Quack & Chips£24.00

Mains

Day Boat Fish

Pumpkin Risotto£18.95

Cotswold Chicken£26.00

Fillet of Beef£39.00

Rack of Lamb£36.75

Sides

Ale battered onion rings£4.00

Crispy duck fat chips£6.00

Honey roasted carrots & parsnips£4.50

Vinaigrette salad£4.00

Creamed peas & leeks£4.50

Buttery mashed potatoes£5.00

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

Review summary

FAQs

How is The Fuzzy Duck restaurant rated?

Is The Fuzzy Duck currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

Dining areas

Additional information