The Gamekeeper Bar and Restaurant in West Dorset

honestly confused at the other reviews, possibly the worst carvery we’ve ever eaten, weird tasting gravy and carrots are just a start, there wasn't enough ladles for serving so everything was cross contaminated, strange feel to the pub with cats walking out from the kitchen and seemed to be ran by kids and grumpy chefs! when I tried to discuss not paying for the carvery I hadn’t eaten the chef angrily denied anything I said and the landlord told me I needed to watch what I said, despite the fact I had tried to discuss quietly without making a scene for their sake. Would never recommend.

We recently moved into the area and this lovely pub/restaurant is just a walk away. Excellent news to us being a little fussy having owned our own restaurant until just recently. Very covid safe, sanitiser must be used before entry and screens/sanitisers all still in place. Fantastic Sunday roasts with a great selection of meats and vegetables, all cooked excellently the Yorkshire puds are out of this world. Perfect background music and the Staff are particularly friendly and very helpful, we feel safe and very welcome. Thank you.

Family birthday meals, all had a cavery and was absolutely amazing. The staff were very attentive and welcoming.

Extremely friendly staff and very welcoming. Fantastic home cooked carvery. Gluten free gravy was beautiful. Nothing too much trouble. Would definitely come back.

The food was flawless, just not big enough plates, not experts at keeping real ales, and never saw any disabled toilets or parking bays. Couldn't fault staff, very friendly and accommodating

Very pleasant team made me very welcome. Stayed for a week and had all my breakfasts and dinners there plus a very suitable packed lunch every day. Comfortable rooms to stay in, good beer and excellent food, especially the burgers! Note on Monday and Tuesday evenings the kitchen is closed so it's takeaways in the bar, which was great for me.

Absolutely the most wonderful carvery. These guys are underselling themselves as their prices for food and drink are very reasonable and the staff friendly and attentive. We're coming back when I don't have my arm in plaster! Good job! x

This is an extremely friendly establishment that made me and my wife feel very welcome during a week's break in Charminster, Dorset. The food is good with ample portions and the lemon sponge is to die for. A special thank you to Jolene, a new member of staff who was really nice to us throughout the week. Highly recommended.

What a lovely find ! The Landlord was very accommodating even though he had been left short staffed due to isolation. They managed to fit 6 of us in and the food was delicious. I would definitely go out of my way to return but book next time ! Thanks very much again x

Made to feel very welcome..I mentioned I had a nut allergy the staff were very accommodating.The food was very well presented and the staff made sure you were happy with everything.Really enjoyable Definatly recomend