The Whalebone Pub And Scrimshaws

Our favourite venue for a meal, the service is always first class and selection of food is always variable. local parking is ideal for me as walking is limited. It is a family venue Thankyou for always making the effort.

We were warmly welcomed by the staff at the Whalebone Pub, a group of 16 of us who arrived thirsty and hungry after a 10-mile hike in the South Woodham Ferrers area on a Saturday afternoon. The bar service was friendly and efficient, offering reasonable prices on wines and beers. The food was of good quality, expertly cooked and presented, with recommendations for dishes such as ham, egg, and chips, scampi, and burgers. The pub was clean and well-presented, with a fantastic outdoor space for dining and relaxing, especially on a sunny day. There were also amenities for children to play and dogs were allowed on the premises. This establishment also includes a sports bar and restaurant, providing even more options to explore at the Whalebone Pub. Don't hesitate to visit this place!

I recently enjoyed a birthday lunch at The Whalebone Inn and had the best Fish and Chips with Peas and Tartar Sauce that I've had in years. I used a Groupon offer for a Medium Fish with unlimited chips for 2 people at £16, but with an additional 20% discount, I only ended up paying £12.80. The atmosphere wasn't the most luxurious, but the staff was friendly and the overall experience was comfortable. I will definitely be returning in the future.

Warm and friendly place. Great service and the fish and chips were scrummy. Huge piece of fish! Delicious. Definitely go here again!

We visited today for lunch and we were really disappointed. The garlic bread starter was not toasted/cooked at all and just tasted doughy and dry, the soup had no flavour. The roast dinner was disappointing, the chicken was pink, the roast potatoes were undercooked and hard and the gravy was very thin. I had fish and chips which was ok but it was nothing like we’d had before when eating here. I wonder whether they have changed chef or food supplier in the last few months as the quality has gone way down. I can understand a reduced menu but when the food on that is poor, I’m not sure what the point is. What bothered me most of all though was the fact they had taken a booking for 18 people for a baby shower which goes against all guidelines and was loud and disturbing for everyone else in restaurant. I can’t understand how they thought that was acceptable. While I am all for supporting local, I cannot see us returning again. The wait staff were really nice and helpful at least.