The Shepherd & Dog

4.3

1291 Reviews

£25 and under

British

The Street, Henfield, West Sussex BN5 9LU

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2 people

Apr 26, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 22 times today

About this restaurant

Dog-friendly
Charming
Great for craft beers

The Shepherd & Dog has maintained all the traditions you would expect in a country pub but with an unrivalled view in an outstanding setting at the bottom of Devils Dyke. The fabulous Sunday Roast is on offer from noon, serving all the way to the last booking at 5.30PM. Locally sourced, seasonal food menus showcasing the best of the local area. We have received BRAVO restaurant awards in the top pubs category, year after year.
All craft beers are local, exclusive or unusual in some way - no run of the mill here!

We look forward to seeing you soon.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
£25 and under
Cuisines
British
Hours of operation
Bar Mon, Tue 12:00 pm–6:00 pm Wed–Sat 12:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 12:00 pm–7:00 pm Lunch Mon, Tue 12:00 pm–4:00 pm Wed–Sat 12:00 pm–5:00 pm Sun 12:00 pm–6:00 pm Dinner Wed–Sat 5:00 pm–8:00 pm
Phone number
01273 857382
Website
http://shepherdanddogpub.co.uk/
Payment options
Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Catering
All options for catering, set menus, finger buffet, etc.<br /><br />Email or call us for further details.
Private party facilities
Recently renovated barn area, available for private functions, weddings, parties, family occasions, work events, demonstrations etc. Seats up to 30 people.

Location
The Street, Henfield, West Sussex BN5 9LU
Neighborhood
Fulking
Parking details
We have a car park on site as well as a lay-by up the hill towards Edburton
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cafe, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 1,291 people are saying

The Shepherd & Dog reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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4.3

4.3 based on recent ratings

4.4Food
4.3Service
4.3Ambience
4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

West Sussex
Kid-friendly
West Sussex
Gluten-free-friendly
West Sussex
Great for outdoor dining
West Sussex
Lively
West Sussex
Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

The Shepherd & Dog is a charming country pub offering "great pub grub with great service" in a picturesque setting. Known for its "excellent Sunday roasts" and "attentive service," it also features "a huge range of draught beers, ales, and ciders." Visitors enjoy the cozy atmosphere, with some noting slower service during busy times.

1,291 Reviews

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Ian VIP
London15 reviews
4.0
Dined on April 16, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Cosy country pub, tasty food and friendly staff. What's not to like!
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Jason
Brighton3 reviews
2.0
Dined on April 13, 2025
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 2
It was a sunday roast. I ordered the slow cooked lamb on the bone. What I got was processed strips of overcooked meat. The veg and the yorkshire pudding was good. The cauliflour cheese was grey and inedible. Service was good but the meat substitute was unacceptable.
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Penny
Brighton2 reviews
4.0
Dined on April 13, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
A lovely pub, the food was great. It was a Sunday lunchtime and it was busy so sadly the service was slow. However, the staff were friendly.
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nigs
London5 reviews
4.0
Dined on April 9, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Delicious courgette fritters on polenta - small glass of wine is pricey, something we’re getting used to.
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Bernadette
London2 reviews
4.0
Dined on April 6, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Very good Sunday roast. Accomplished cooking and nice pub ambience. Recommended
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David
West Sussex1 review
4.0
Dined on April 5, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
This wonderfully situated pub is now a country restaurant that is well worth a visit. My lunch was the pie of the day with mash. Portions were not generous but adequate. Prices somewhat high but the venue is worth it.
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Graham
London8 reviews
4.0
Dined on March 30, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Always a good sunday roast. Staff very helpful and everything runs smoothly.
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OpenTable Diner
West Sussex1 review
5.0
Dined on March 23, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Absolutely brilliant. The atmosphere in the barn lovely and it was certainly warm and cozy. The food was well presented and well cooked and the waiter David was very good and attentive.
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Ian VIP
London15 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 23, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Imagine finding yourself deep in the middle of nowhere, surrounded by beautiful countryside and enticing walks. Perhaps you would start to fantasise about a picture postcard pub, nestled in a small valley, maybe offering craft beers as well as the traditional options. You might even begin to feel hungry for some tasty, home cooked, smartly presented, quality fare, served perhaps by smiling, attentive staff. And, should you happen to have a dog in your company, you might wish for the possibility that well-behaved such pets would be welcomed. Stop imagining, and book yourself a table - Sunday lunch would be a great introduction - and discover just why our traditional pubs need our support in order to ensure that such delightful gems as The Shepherd and Dog in Fulking prosper.
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Holly
London1 review
4.0
Dined on March 16, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
Very friendly dog friendly pub, great roast and good selection of drinks.
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The Shepherd & Dog is rated 4.3 stars by 1291 OpenTable diners.

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

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2 people

Apr 26, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 22 times today

The Street, Henfield, West Sussex BN5 9LU

Dining areas

Additional information

Neighborhood
Fulking
Hours of operation
Bar Mon, Tue 12:00 pm–6:00 pm Wed–Sat 12:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 12:00 pm–7:00 pm Lunch Mon, Tue 12:00 pm–4:00 pm Wed–Sat 12:00 pm–5:00 pm Sun 12:00 pm–6:00 pm Dinner Wed–Sat 5:00 pm–8:00 pm
Price
£25 and under
Cuisines
British
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
We have a car park on site as well as a lay-by up the hill towards Edburton
Payment options
Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cafe, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://shepherdanddogpub.co.uk/
Phone number
01273 857382
Catering
All options for catering, set menus, finger buffet, etc.<br /><br />Email or call us for further details.
Private party facilities
Recently renovated barn area, available for private functions, weddings, parties, family occasions, work events, demonstrations etc. Seats up to 30 people.

The Shepherd & Dog

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