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Exterior - Toby Cottage Restaurant, Ripley, Surrey

Toby Cottage Restaurant

4.4 (201)
£41 and over
English
High Street, Ripley, Surrey GU23 6AF

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Toby Cottage Restaurant

4.4
£41 and over
English
Ripley

Make a booking

2 people
7:00 pm

About this restaurant

  • Charming
  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighbourhood gem
We downright adore this cosy cottage restaurant in the Surrey village of Ripley, which was originally built in the 16th century. After surviving former lives as a dwelling and an antique shop selling Toby jugs, the Toby Cottage Restaurant was converted to a restaurant in 1979 and has been pleasing local gourmands ever since. The penultimate romantic restaurant, Toby Cottage is perfect for celebrations and family occasions and has original oak beams, a cocktail bar perfect for sneaky aperitifs, and a sensational wine list to compliment its English/Continental menu. Don't miss the smoked duck breast with mango chutney; the deep fried Brie with cranberry sauce; and the classic beef Wellington with mushrooms, pate and Burgundy sauce.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    £41 and over
  • Cuisines
    English, Continental, British
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Tue–Sat 12:00–14:00 Sun 12:00–14:30 Dinner Tue–Thu 18:00–21:00 Fri, Sat 18:00–21:30
  • Phone number
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Area
    Ripley
  • Parking Details
    Private Parking
  • Additional
    Banquet, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Outdoor Smoking Area, Private Room, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Reviews

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Reviews from people who have dined at Toby Cottage Restaurant.

4.4

4.4
(201)
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.2Value

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201 Reviews
  1. Lesley

    Surrey1 review

    4.0

    Dined on 21 October 2026

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Never disappoints. Service is outstanding. Will be back.

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  2. Richard

    Surrey1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 16 October 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Had a fantastic visit to Toby in Ripley. The food was delicious and the service was excellent. The team made us feel really welcome and looked after us so well. A lovely meal and a great experience all round. Would happily recommend and will definitely be back!

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  3. Mike

    Surrey1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 1 October 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This is not our first visit to Toby Cottage and it won't be our last. The service is excellent and nothing is too much trouble for the friendly staff. A very comprehensive menu and the food served is delicious. Looking forward to our next visit.

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  4. Gordon

    Orlando / Central Florida East2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 10 September 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The Toby Cottage is a real jewel of a restaurant located in a small village. The food is great - the service impeccable - the wine delicious - the cost average.

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  5. David

    London2 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 8 August 2026

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Nothing to add to the star ratings except we felt at the end of lunch we were being hurried to leave.

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  6. OpenTable Diner

    Surrey1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 23 July 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Excellent as usual. Good service, good food and a lovely setting.

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  7. Robert

    London2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 25 June 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great ambiance and good food. Always a pleasant welcome.

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  8. Liz

    London22 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 28 May 2026

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Having moved to Ripley village this was our first visit for an early dinner! Lovely inside and Tony was very friendly serving us . Menus are excellent and plenty to choose from . The sweet trolly was wonderful and brought back memories of when I was younger having a trolly . Very quirky wine decanters too ! We are actually going back again with our son to try the Sunday roast .

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  9. Lyn

    Hampshire1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 15 May 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We enjoyed our meal at the Toby cottage, My husband ordered from the special menu a dover sole very good we thought it was a tad expensive @ £ 52.50 other then that it was an exceptional meal good size portions very well presented. would recommend to anyone.

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  10. Anthony

    London17 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 10 March 2026

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Wonderful service and good food. Menu has been the same for some time and would like to see a few more new dishes. Of course they always have specials which is great

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    £41 and over
  • Cuisines
    English, Continental, British
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Tue–Sat 12:00–14:00 Sun 12:00–14:30 Dinner Tue–Thu 18:00–21:00 Fri, Sat 18:00–21:30
  • Phone number
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Area
    Ripley
  • Parking Details
    Private Parking
  • Additional
    Banquet, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Outdoor Smoking Area, Private Room, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

FAQs

Yes, Toby Cottage’s cosy, romantic cottage setting and sensational wine list make it well suited to a special evening, and guests frequently celebrate anniversaries there.

Expect satisfying, well‑presented portions, one guest specifically noted the meal had "good size portions".

Yes, Toby Cottage lists a dedicated Vegetarian section on its à la carte (for example, Mediterranean roasted vegetable risotto), and guests report the kitchen will supply gluten‑free food cooked fresh.

Yes, in addition to its à la carte, Toby Cottage publishes special holiday menus (for example, Festive Menu 2025, New Year’s Eve Menu 2025 and Boxing Day Menu 2025).

Toby Cottage feels cosy and nostalgic, a 16th-century cottage with original oak beams, a cocktail bar, an old‑fashioned dessert trolley, and warm, theatrical service.

Toby Cottage’s classic Beef Wellington is a true standout, it’s featured on the a la carte menu and is highlighted by the restaurant and praised by guests.

Smart casual is the guide, polished but relaxed, and many guests treat Toby Cottage as a special-occasion spot for anniversaries and celebrations.

Yes, Toby Cottage regularly offers seasonal and holiday special menus (for example Festive, New Year’s Eve and Boxing Day menus), and guests note rotating specials on the board.

For a classic visit try Sunday lunch, guests praise the Sunday roast and the restaurant runs a Sunday lunchtime service; Saturday lunchtimes are also frequently enjoyed.

Yes, the Toby Cottage is family-friendly; the owner notes it’s perfect for family occasions, and guests say they return with their son and use it for family gatherings.

Yes, Toby Cottage has a cocktail bar and an extensive wine list, and guests praise its cocktails (notably an espresso martini) alongside the Wine Menu.

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Toby Cottage Restaurant

4.4
£41 and over
English
Ripley

Make a booking

2 people
7:00 pm
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