The bar at Pen and Cob

Pen and Cob

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Pen and Cob has a rating of
3.8 ★★★★ (313)

Description

Pen and Cob

At Pen and Cob, we cook good, honest, flavourful food that is British at its heart. There may occasionally be influences from other modern European cooking styles but we will seek to source British produce and prepare the dish in a British style where possible. We love taking advantage of rarer cuts of meat & cooking them low and slow in just the right way to enrich the meats with flavour.

We pride ourselves in offering seasonal dishes that are locally sourced where possible and work closely with Stickleback fish suppliers in Welham Green to ensure we have the pick of the market as soon as the boats come in.

With amazing views over the River in the heart of Bedford, our courtyard is the perfect place for a summer drink

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★★★★
more than a week ago
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★★★
more than a week ago
Bit of a mixed bag. Can not fault the service, please continue doing what you do. No complaints there. The interior is beautiful but unfortunately not reflected in the food. Although the menu is well put together, it is executed poorly imo. I think the manager needs to try all the dishes before they get approved officially if he or she hasn't already, perhaps some senior staff too. Then send in silent shoppers to ensure the ball doesn't drop and consistency is met. The place has the potential to go from standard to amazing if only the food was given as much love as the attention to interior. I felt there was no heart or love in the food or the chef either doesn't care or is under-qualified to deliver it. Especially considering what some other outlets nearby are offering with regards to the standard of food, it needs to pick up it's game. I really hope this place becomes a go-to place and I truly believe the one component that's missing is an all round perfectly executed menu that is consistent and tastes great.
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★★★★★
more than a week ago
We had Emily as our waitress, she was lovely, friendly and chatty and was genuinely interested anything we had to say. It is rare nowadays to finds genuine people working in hospitality, she made out bottomless brunch more enjoyable
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★★★★★
more than a week ago
Lovely lunch friendly staff. Will be back!
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★★
more than a month ago
Flowers on table were artificial. Palm trees were decorated instead of Christmas trees. No atmosphere. Food was not brilliant. Was not impressed at all.
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★★★★★
more than a month ago
Came here to celebrate a joint birthday and it was perfect. Beautiful restaurant with incredible interior and great views. Very tasty food and a huge menu with something for everyone. Great if you have fussy eaters in the family. This place is an asset to Bedford and we look forward to bringing our visiting guests here again. The staff were also very friendly and there when we needed them. Can’t fault it at all.
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★★★★
more than a month ago
We had beer battered haddock with chips + steak sandwich. Both dishes were good. To be picky, the tartare sauce with the fish was with a bit too much caper and your coleslaw with the sandwiches was a bit too much onion. Service was a bit slow.Some staffs are more helpful, some not. We were sat next to the door and requested to change as it was cold, the waitress told that all were reserved when it was not, no one sat on those table we pointed out from we walked in till we left. Chair cushions were not clean with visible dirty stains and changed my chair twice. A little disappointed with that.
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★★★★★
more than a month ago
Did Xmas festive 2&3 course meal last night with drinks..Absolutely spot on and staff on point. This place really is the real deal. The service, location, decor, setup, ambience and pricing is so so good. Next will try spa teas and daytime music and evening events True gem of a place in Bedford, this has a real opulent City feel and is a credit to the management. See you all soon.
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more than a month ago
The atmosphere does not at all reflect the quality of the food and drinks. The wine and steak was poor quality but the price reflected an upmarket meal. I would never eat here again.
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★★
more than a month ago
The interior is beautiful, the service is ok. The poach eggs on toast were pathetic! The saddest plate of food I’ve ever seen. 2 eggs, one slice of dry toast! I’m not sure why I had to ask for butter!

Open now

7:00 AM - 10:00 PM

  • Monday

    7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
  • Tuesday

    7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
  • Wednesday

    7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
  • Thursday

    7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
  • Friday

    10:00 AM - 12:00 AM
  • Saturday

    7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
  • Sunday

    7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
  • Local time

    02/15/2025 3:43 PM

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Ameneties

  • Accepts Credit Cards
  • Accessible
  • Child Friendly
  • Parking
  • Room Hire Available
  • Vegan Options

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