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Water Rat

British, Pub Food • Ironbridge
Sugarvine
4.3/5
(01952) 433193 Buildwas Road, Ironbridge, Shropshire, TF8 7BJ (01952)4…Show
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Riverside dining pub with rooms in Ironbridge with gardens down to the river.
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About Water Rat

Located in historic Ironbridge on the River Severn, the Water Rat opened in summer 2020 after an extensive refurbishment. This riverside dining pub has extensive gardens leading down to the river path and is the only waterside pub on this side of the Severn with gardens. The fresh, modern décor enhances the features of the original pub and there are six boutique ensuite rooms. The Water Rat is open every day and diners have a choice of relaxed bar eating, a dining room and a large patio and terrace. Expect traditional pub food with daily changing menus and a focus on regional and seasonal. The historic Ironbridge museums and visitor centres are within minutes’ walk of the extensive car park. The White Hart in Ironbridge is a sister venue.

Sugarvine
4.3
Food 4.3/5
Service 4.6/5
Atmosphere 4.3/5
Value for Money 4.1/5
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Opening Times
Mon 12:00 - 14:30 17:30 - 20:00
Tue 12:00 - 14:30 17:30 - 20:00
Wed 12:00 - 14:30 17:30 - 20:00
Thu 12:00 - 14:30 17:30 - 20:00
Fri 12:00 - 17:00 18:00 - 20:00
Sat 12:00 - 17:00 18:00 - 20:00
Sun 12:00 - 18:00 —

Water Rat Offers

British
Pub Food
Ironbridge

Lunchtime Special Menu, £15

Available
  • Mon
  • Tue
  • Wed
  • Thu
  • Fri

2 courses for £15. Available Monday - Friday from 2pm to 5pm.

 

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British
Pub Food
Ironbridge

Sunday Lunch

Available
  • Sun

2 courses, £20; 3 courses, £25.

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Ian and Ruth
Lovely atmosphere, great service and wonderful food. We’d not been before but will vets is my be coming back.
Ian n Kate
A late booking on a Friday evening close to Christmas but as with our past experiences at the water rat a very pleasurable experience. Service had that mix of good timing with being over the top. Staff were brilliant. The food was good with portion size just right for us. Highly recommended for a visit.
Shirley
Lovely meal and excellent staff.
4.5
Robert Law
Beautiful location Wonderful greeting Quirky bedroom ( en suite upstairs ) Great service lovely food Only minor issue the bed was rather small felt that I could fall out at times
David
Very friendly staff very helpful, a really lovely nice warm little Pub nearby the river called Water Rat.. Good food
Sally Swift
We enjoyed a lovely 3 course meal, every dish was of a high standard. Service was attentive and not obtrusive. Lovely setting and very comfortable within. Would highly recommend.
Mrs Jones
The staff was very friendly welcoming and couldn’t do more for you The food was lovely not a long wait The pudding was absolutely delicious Prices was reasonable
4.8
Alister Curran
Very friendly staff and first class service, even going to the trouble of phoning me after I made the booking to confirm that we could bring our dog in. Food was excellent and we all really enjoyed our meals. All in all, it was truly a memorable experience.
Margaret
Hmm staff good and pleasant. Menu had changed so I was disappointed that the garlic prawns and garlic mushrooms were no longer on the menu. We had sirloin steak. Which was fine. Would have preferred fries rather than chunky chips. A mushroom and onion ring would have been a nice addition to the serving. Focaccia bread serving was far too much and needed more oil with the balsamic vinegar. Calamari went down well.
3.8
Andree Goodall
Food was OK but bit disappointed that the teo things I wanted weren't available. Restaurant was empty except for one other solo guest. Staff were friendly and competent and good value for money as we had some discount as we were residents. Lacked atmosphere.
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Water Rat File

Fact File

Main dining room capacity 30
Booking policy Reservations accepted
Max group booking size 20
Function rooms available Yes
Function rooms details 30
Outside dining space Yes
Outside dining details Bar decking for our full menu, or the river gardens for garden menu (not bookable)
Overnight accommodation available Yes
Average 3 course lunch price (excluding drinks) £26
Average 3 course evening meal price (excluding drinks) £30
House wine price £19.50
Wines available 20
Alcohol license Fully licensed

Special Dietary Requirements

Vegetarian catering Some vegetarian main course options
Vegan catering Vegan Food cooked by request only
Halal catering No Halal Food
Wheat/Gluten catering Wheat / Gluten Free food cooked by request only

Family Friendly

Children's menu Yes
High chairs Yes

Disabled Facilities

Wheelchair access throughout facility Yes
Dedicated disabled parking Yes

Additional Information

Wifi Free
Payment by credit card Yes
Payment by debit card Yes
Dogs allowed Yes
Drink without food Yes
Separate bar with seating Yes
Venue overlooking water Yes