The Sheep & Penguin

4.6

137 Reviews

£26 to £40

Gastro Pub

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2 people

Dec 21, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 3 times today

Neighborhood gem
Good for special occasions
Good for groups

Welcome to The Sheep & Penguin in Wells! Elevate your dining experience with a unique blend of seasonal, locally sourced ingredients, and global inspirations. Our Gastro-pub style menu offers a tantalising journey through high-quality classics and innovative dishes that evolve with the vibrant seasons. Nestled in the heart of Wells, we proudly showcase the best of British produce, collaborating with local suppliers for an ethical and unforgettable culinary adventure. Join us for a distinctive dining experience that captures the essence of our charming location and the rich flavours of Somerset.

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Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
£26 to £40
Cuisines
Gastro Pub, Fusion / Eclectic
Hours of operation
Mon–Wed 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Thu–Sat 12:00 pm–11:00 pm Sun 12:00 pm–8:00 pm
Phone number
01749 707092
Website
https://www.thesheepandpenguin.co.uk/
Dress code
Business Casual

Location
1-2 Tucker St, Wells, Somerset BA5 2DZ
Neighborhood
Wells
Parking details
None

What 137 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.7Service
4.6Ambience
4.3Value

Noise • Energetic

Loved For

Bath/Somerset
Innovative
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Good for groups
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Great for creative cocktails
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Neighborhood gem
Bath/Somerset
Great for fine wines
Bath/Somerset
Lively

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

The Sheep & Penguin in Wells is a delightful gastropub known for its "delicious food" and "exceptional service." Guests rave about the "lovely ambiance" and "friendly staff." The menu features carefully curated dishes with standout options like the "amazing cocktails." It's a "must-visit" for a memorable dining experience.

137 Reviews

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Suzanne
Bath
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
It was our first visit to The Sheep & Penguin and we will definitely return, The staff, the food and the venue itself were lovely, highly recommend.
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Angie
Bath
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent as always, great food and lovely friendly service. Can't wait until we go back again soon.
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Anne Marie
Bath
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 1, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
It was our first visit and we will definitely return for a Sunday roast - it was delicious! Perfectly cooked, very tasty, excellent quality and generous portions. The staff were very friendly and professional too. An all-round great experience!
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Henry
VIP
Bath
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on November 24, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Really great experience as usual. Would be good to have some vegan dessert options
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Judith
Bath
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 22, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
A great experience.. great staff made me feel very welcome as a solo female when I arrived 30 minutes before booking because of a change in plans. Thank you.
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pat
Bath
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on November 17, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Efficient and friendly, interesting well cooked food. Excellent beer.
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Emma
Brighton
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on November 9, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Visited for a Saturday evening, place was busy but not so much as to make it difficult to speak or affect service. Food was excellent and portion size was robust. Service was great. Would definitely recommend, unfortunately we are not local so we won't be able to be regular visitors.
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Bernard
Bath
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on November 3, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Fantastic pub. Very welcoming staff and a superb Sunday Roast. Best I’ve had in years.
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T
Dorset
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on October 31, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
Had dinner with friends we all agreed it was one of the nicest meals we have had had out . The staff were charming with great personalities , we were well looked after. Thank you for a super evening .
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Claire
Bath
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on October 27, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Delicious food in a stunning setting. Staff were amazing - attentive and efficient. This was the first time we had eaten there and we will definitely be back. The complimentary glass of wine for my birthday was a lovely gesture. A super find!
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The Sheep & Penguin is rated 4.6 stars by 137 OpenTable diners.

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2 people

Dec 21, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 3 times today

1-2 Tucker St, Wells, Somerset BA5 2DZ

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Additional information

Neighborhood
Wells
Hours of operation
Mon–Wed 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Thu–Sat 12:00 pm–11:00 pm Sun 12:00 pm–8:00 pm
Price
£26 to £40
Cuisines
Gastro Pub, Fusion / Eclectic
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
None

Website
https://www.thesheepandpenguin.co.uk/
Phone number
01749 707092

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