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The Moody Cow

B4221, Upton Bishop, Ross-on-Wye HR9 7TT, England
01989 780 470
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Price range: $14 - $42
Cuisines: English, Pub
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Good for: Local cuisine, Special Occasion Dining
Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch, Reservations, Delivery, After-hours
Description: Country Pub and Dining with quality en-suite accommodation specialising in authentic, home made food using local, fresh produce as much as possible. Located in a delightful village setting just mintutes from junction 4 of the M50. Children, dogs and muddy boots are welcome as long as they are accompanied by well behaved adults!
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London
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3 restaurant reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 June 2013 NEW

Very good menu featuring local ingredients in season. Cooked with care and consistently high in quality.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 June 2013 NEW via mobile

We came here due to the great reviews on trip adviser. We were not disappointed! The pub is beautifully decorated with a great outdoor space. The staff are very welcoming and they cannot do enough for you. We chose the beer battered fish & chips. I think it is safe to say it was the best we have ever had.... More

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Chris B, Owner at The Moody Cow, responded to this review
18 June 2013

Thank you so much for taking the time to write your kind review. We really are delighted that you enjoyed our "proper" fish and chips and our welcome. It was our pleasure to serve you and I do hope that we will see you again soon. Kind regards, Chris More

Ashington, United Kingdom
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1 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 June 2013 NEW

sauage mash gravy for 13 pound that is awful and then he said when he put down one little bow of vegitables you can share that if you like

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Chris B, Owner at The Moody Cow, responded to this review
16 June 2013

Thank you for your review. I am sorry that you didn't enjoy our trio of pork and leek sausages with wholegrain mustard mash and homemade red onion gravy, and also sorry that you thought it was expensive. We have our sausages made especially for us to a very special recipe with the best quality local pork, it takes days for... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 June 2013 NEW via mobile

We travelled an hour from Birmingham to meet some family for food at The Moody Cow. The staff were very welcoming and it was lovely to have drinks on the comfy sofas on arrival. The food was fantastic (we couldn't decide what to have as everything sounded so yummy!) and portion sizes were perfect. I would definitely recommend this lovely... More

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Chris B, Owner at The Moody Cow, responded to this review
16 June 2013

Thank you for taking the time to write your review. We are thrilled that you enjoyed your visit to the Moody Cow, especially as you had such a long journey to get here. I do hope that we will see you again when you are next in Ross on Wye Kind regards, Chris More

Australia
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14 reviews 14 reviews
5 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 June 2013 NEW

We were on holiday from Australia staying in Brecon mid-Wales and arranged to meet our niece and husband at a location half way between Brecon and Birmingham. We chose the above restaurant from three suggested by our niece. Our decision was based to a large extent on other Trip advisor reports, and very easy access from major roads. The atmosphere... More

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Chris B, Owner at The Moody Cow, responded to this review
14 June 2013

Thank you for taking the time to write such a lovely review. We are so pleased that you chose to come to the Moody Cow and that you all enjoyed the experience. I am glad the fact that we welcome dogs with well behaved adults didn't put you off coming, we allow dogs in the bar only, as we feel... More

Bedford, United Kingdom
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4 reviews 4 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 June 2013

On a recent weekend trip to Ross-on-Wye, we chanced to pick up a copy of "where to eat in Ross" and noticed the ad for the Moody Cow, saying it was dog-friendly. We were so glad we did. On a cool June evening with a dog it is hard to find somewhere good to eat inside without having to leave... More

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Chris B, Owner at The Moody Cow, responded to this review
12 June 2013

Thank you so much for your review. We are all delighted that you enjoyed your visit to the Moody Cow. Many of our guests that travel to us say they wish they lived closer which we think is a fantastic compliment, thank you. It was our pleasure to serve you and I hope we see you again when you are... More

worcestershire
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29 reviews 29 reviews
16 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 18 cities Reviews in 18 cities
13 helpful votes 13 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 June 2013

Recommended by friends, we booked an evening meal in the restaurant. A nice welcome and very attractive tables, decor and ambience. I had as a starter Asparagus wrapped in parma ham with a poached egg, salad and a little grated cheese which was delicious whilst my wife had the pate- which I helped to finish and it was also very... More

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Chris B, Owner at The Moody Cow, responded to this review
12 June 2013

Thank you for taking the time to write your review and for your recommendation. We are so pleased that you enjoyed your evening with us, especially as you had to travel so far. I do hope that we will see you again soon. Kindest regards, Chris More

north wales
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9 reviews 9 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 May 2013

We discovered the Moody Cow by recommendation from some friends up here in North Wales where we live - they had eaten there on a visit to Ross-on- Wye. What a lovely restaurant !!! - lovely people running it, relaxing atmosphere, and the food is just superb - we felt totally welcome and at home there .Will definately be going... More

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Chris B, Owner at The Moody Cow, responded to this review
3 June 2013

Wow, eleven out of ten! Thank you so much for your lovely review and recommendation. We look forward to welcoming you back to the Moody Cow when you are next in Ross on Wye Kindest regards, Chris More

Ipswich, United Kingdom
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5 reviews 5 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 May 2013

We popped in for lunch after looking on Trip Advisor after it was a rainy day and we where hungry and cold. We where greeted by a lovely bar lady, who made us feel most welcome. The pub was warm and inviting and looked lovely. My son (who is 4) was given some colouring pencils while we waited, and conversed... More

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Chris B, Owner at The Moody Cow, responded to this review
3 June 2013

Thank you for your kind review. We are all delighted that you enjoyed luch with us, our beer battered fish and chips is our most popular lunchtime dish and the smaller portion that we offer is a favourite with young children and those with a less hearty appetite. Your husband is one of only two people to manage my Dad's... More

Southwest
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52 reviews 52 reviews
29 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 29 cities Reviews in 29 cities
13 helpful votes 13 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 May 2013

This inn/restaurant has never failed to deliver the goods. I have used it to entertain colleagues, celebrate a retirement and meet with family and friends and on all occasions the food has been well presented, well cooked and delicious. It is one of those places that one visits and feel that the bill was fully justified.

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Chris B, Owner at The Moody Cow, responded to this review
3 June 2013

Thank you for taking the time to write your review. We are delighted that you have chosen the Moody Cow for so many different occasions and that each time we have come up to expectations. We fully appreciate that we are only as good as the last meal that we have served and promise that every time you reward us... More

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