Half Moon - Shaftesbury

3.7 (32)

£25 and under

British

Salisbury Road, Shaftesbury, Dorset SP78BS

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About this restaurant

Kid-friendly
Good for special occasions
Great for brunch

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A beautiful and historic pub located at the gateway to Dorset on the edge of rolling Dorset and Wiltshire countryside. The Half Moon boasts a large car park, secluded garden and children’s play area and is convenient for Shaftesbury; home of Gold Hill (made famous by the Hovis TV ad), Salisbury and the Blackmore Vale.

Unfortunately we are unable to accept online table bookings for our outdoor tables.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
£25 and under
Cuisines
British
Hours of Operation
.
Website
http://www.halfmoonshaftsbury.co.uk/
Payment Options
Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress

Location
Salisbury Road, Shaftesbury, Dorset SP78BS
Area
Shaftesbury
Parking Details
<br /><br />The Half Moon has a large car park with space for 49 Cars.
Additional
Bar Dining, Beer, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Reviews

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Reviews from people who have dined at Half Moon - Shaftesbury.

3.7

(32)

3.7Food
3.7Service
3.7Ambience
2.6Value

Noise • Moderate

32 Reviews

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BeverleyG
Dorset2 reviews
4.0
Dined on 22 June 2016
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Family lunch time celebration. Great selection of food on the menu, each of us chose a different dish which were all enjoyed. Only one of us decided they had room for pudding!
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AlisonB
London15 reviews
4.0
Dined on 18 June 2016
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
Arranged to meet family members as half way between Bristol and Poole . Very nice menu and food service was excellent and good ambience
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LouV
Dorset1 review
3.0
Dined on 13 June 2016
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 4
My niece had the burger which was very good. I had the pork chop which smelt and tasted strange. None of the staff enquired if all was good, but also I did not seek them out. When the plates were collected, mine virtually untouched except the potato, I explained. No apology or discount was offered. When the waitress smelt the pork, she pulled a face. When I checked if it had been mentioned to the management the waitress said it had and it must have been a one off that wasn't good.
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OpenTable Diner
Dorset1 review
4.0
Dined on 8 April 2016
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
I have been to this pub/restaurant twice in the last couple of weeks. Once was a Sunday lunch for two and the other occasion was a family get together for 6 of us including two small children. This pub suited both occasions perfectly. Sunday lunch was good value, tasty and we were seated in an alcove that provided a degree of privacy away from larger tables so that we were able to have a good conversation. The family get together was a more lively affair and we were seated in another part of the pub where the children could wander around without annoying other diners. The food was suitable for all the different age groups in our party and there were colouring activities and a outdoor play area for the kids. The only gripe on this occasion was one of the children was given a frozen sorbet which took ages to melt enough to be edible. To be fair to the staff though they were quick to offer an alternative. Good value and tasty food on both occasions.
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ArunM
Dorset2 reviews
2.0
Dined on 28 November 2015
1. Overall 2
2. Food 3
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 3
90 minutes to get served lunch and we had children too. Would not go again.
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food2chase
Dorset1 review
4.0
Dined on 26 September 2014
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
We had read a review that the food wasn't great where we were staying so we booked a table at the Half Moon. The food choice was excellent and fair value. If you are feeling peckish then go for the chilli cheesey chips to share - absolutely wonderful! Main courses were varied and served with aplomb. Definitely worth a visit!
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Ohwell
London2 reviews
2.0
Dined on 4 July 2014
1. Overall 2
2. Food 1
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 4
Burger, very average, buns need much improvement.try chibatta bread, selected relishes, or give opptions. I don't want my chips served in a can thanks. Expect more for 9 pounds.
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Steve
Dorset3 reviews
2.0
Dined on 5 June 2014
1. Overall 2
2. Food 3
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 3
Food as always is great, the price is ok but for the third time of visiting, the service is very slow. Our Table was booker for 1.00pm and we were still in the restaurant 3.45pm
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OpenTable Diner
Dorset1 review
1.0
Dined on 20 April 2014
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 1
I booked a table for a family Easter lunch. When we arrived we were disappointed to find a reduced menu which was not advertised on the web and with 3 vegetarians in the group were more disappointed to only have the option of a salad. When it arrived, it was literally just a plate of mixed leaves with a tiny amount of beetroot and feta on top - no dressing, croutons, bread or anything - we expected far more for £8.95! We were told that stock was low because we had arrived after the lunchtime rush, but given we had booked in for this time and the kitchen was advertised as being open, this was not acceptable. Everyone left disappointed. We didn't make a fuss so as not to upset our poorly father. The serving staff were efficient and friendly.
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john
Dorset1 review
3.0
Dined on 16 March 2014
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
This is the second time we have met friends at the restaurant, it is half way between our houses. The service is very good and the menu quite extensive. Puddings are good! We will probably come again although there were more crticisms this time. We like the Hall and Woodhouse chain normally.
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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
£25 and under
Cuisines
British
Hours of Operation
.
Website
http://www.halfmoonshaftsbury.co.uk/
Payment Options
Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress

Location
Salisbury Road, Shaftesbury, Dorset SP78BS
Area
Shaftesbury
Parking Details
<br /><br />The Half Moon has a large car park with space for 49 Cars.
Additional
Bar Dining, Beer, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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