Nestled on the outskirts of the market town, Amersham in Buckinghamshire, The Squirrel is the perfect country escape for both locals and visitors alike. Our traditional pub offers old world rustic charm, fused with cosy corners and alfresco dining to enjoy with the whole family.
Whether sipping a refreshing cocktail on our lawn and watching the local cricket match across the way or indulging in our renowned Sunday roast next to the fire, you'll feel at home and catered for any time of year.
The Squirrel reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.
Overall ratings and reviews
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4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
4.5Food
4.4Service
4.5Ambience
4.3Value
Noise • Energetic
Loved For
Buckinghamshire
Best Food
Buckinghamshire
Best Value
Buckinghamshire
Great for brunch
Buckinghamshire
Kid-friendly
Buckinghamshire
Neighborhood gem
Buckinghamshire
Great for outdoor dining
Buckinghamshire
Vegetarian-friendly
Review summary
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The Squirrel is a charming country pub in a stunning location, praised for "wonderful" food and "friendly" service. The garden area is ideal for families, and the pub is "dog friendly." Guests enjoy "fantastic" Sunday lunches and a welcoming atmosphere, making it a "gem" worth visiting again.
125 Reviews
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Mary-Anne
Buckinghamshire1 review
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
The Squirrel Penn Street is a beautiful country pub restaurant. The food and staff were wonderful. The menu was amazing and there are good garden area to enjoy with or without kiddies
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Charlene
Manchester2 reviews
3.0
Dined on April 13, 2025
Overall 3
Food 2
Service 3
Ambience 3
Very disappointing. Both my partner and I had a roast. I had the chicken and the only thing on the plate that was nice was the Yorkshire pudding. The roast potatoes were clearly the frozen variety and they were literally inedible. I got hardly any chicken and what I did get was really dry.
This pub used to do amazing food so I was gutted with this experience especially as dining out with 2 young children is a rare occurrence and it was for my partner's birthday
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Oonagh
Inverness3 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 13, 2025
Overall 5
Food 4
Service 4
Ambience 4
Sunday lunch with my son. Both had roast dinner. Food and service very good. Nice inside table. A lot busier this week but again had a great experience.
Great local pub in stunning location.
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Joyce
Buckinghamshire1 review
4.0
Dined on April 12, 2025
Overall 4
Food 4
Service 3
Ambience 4
First time we have eaten here. Food was very good and reasonable.We will come again.
Joyce
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Oonagh
Inverness3 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 6, 2025
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 4
Ambience 5
Friendly and efficient service. Lovely inside dining area. Great Sunday lunch . Definitely be back.
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Carolyn
Hertfordshire5 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 8, 2025
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
Excellent experience. Lovely welcome and friendly staff. Good food and service was friendly. Good menu.
Good with children.
Dog friendly.
Lovely meal and ambience. Good play area for children, good area for dogs with a common and woods over the road.
Plenty of on street parking.
Hope to visit again with my family,
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Dawn
Central Coast10 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 23, 2025
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
Fantastic Sunday lunch couldn’t ask for anything else! Wonderful roast pork, chicken and beef. Great side of cauliflower cheese. Will definitely return.
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Sarah
Buckinghamshire10 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 20, 2025
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
Always a warm welcome, super friendly and no rush for us to leave . Thanks Jo for the laughs we’ll see you soon x
The SquirrelResponded on February 24, 2025
Thank you so much for leaving us a review, so glad you had a great visit with us! Thanks for the laughs too! Come again soon!
Regards
Nathan & Jo and the Team
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Chris
London9 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 17, 2025
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
We found The Squirrel by chance after visiting Hughenden. A real gem and deservedly popular. Made to feel genuinely welcome. Attentive service. We only wanted a snack but these were freshly made, substantial portions and extremely tasty. Would definitely recommend and will go again if we're in the area. Just wished we had a dog with us as it is outstandingly 'dog friendly'
The SquirrelResponded on February 24, 2025
Thank you so much Chris for you lovely review, we are so glad you had a great visit with us! Please come again soon! Dog or not!!!!
Regards
Nathan, Jo and The Team
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Vicky
London2 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 9, 2025
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
Great Sunday lunch
Lovely service and good value for money
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The Squirrel is rated 4.5 stars by 125 OpenTable diners.
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