Roast By The Merchants Tavern

Live music from ŌĆśSoden and SonsŌĆÖ right now, they just started so come on down.

Oh yes ­¤żż
Anyone else love a gin as much as we do????
Comment with your favourite gin and we may add it to our collection ­¤śÅ

Look at the size of the Beauty ­¤śŹ
Can you see it? Just in the right hand Corner!
That good old fashions fish and chips! ­¤śŗ
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EVERY FRIDAY
FISH AND CHIPS ARE 2 FOR ┬Ż15
and oh......
you even get 2 glasses of FIZ free ­¤śŹ­¤śŹ
photo credit too - The Scran Diary
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Breakfast of the day!!
­¤Öé Speaks for itŌĆÖs self really doesnŌĆÖt it ­¤Öé

Cocktail of the day ­¤ŹĖ­¤ŹĖ
Monday to Friday 2 for 1 cocktails 4pm - 7pm
Who fancies it? ­¤śÅ
... Comment with your fav cocktail and I will see what I can do..... nee promises ­¤śé
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Breakfast of the day!
Yes yes yes
Is anyone hungry ­¤śŗ
... All prices are on our menu on our Facebook page or website
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Live on big screen! ŌÜĮ’ĖÅŌÜĮ’ĖÅŌÜĮ’ĖÅŌÜĮ’ĖÅŌÜĮ’ĖÅ

Guess whoŌĆÖs back......
Did we mention that the roll over jackpot starts at ┬Ż250 ­¤śÅ­¤śÅ
Get your team together and come on down!!

­¤śÅ Lush weather + lush food + alcohol ­¤śÅ
What more could you ask for on this day of rest ­¤żż
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These guys are cool as! And theyŌĆÖll be setting the scene this Saturday from 8pm ­¤śÄ Free entry.

Our breakfast/brunch menu launches this coming week. Served Monday to Saturday from 11am till 1pm. HereŌĆÖs just a taster....

Brin ŌĆ£CruiseŌĆØ Ashurst.....take 42 ­¤żŻ­¤żŻ

Live tonight at 8pm | The Mollies | Free Entry ­¤śÄ

Anyone peckish? ­¤śÄ

Our Big Fat Quiz kicks off again this Monday (6th August) at 8pm
┬Ż2 entry | Cash Prizes | Bar Tabs | Roll-Over Jackpot | Spot Prizes | Every Monday | 8pm

Our poker league kicks off again this Sunday night 5th August with an earlier start time of 7pm! Only ┬Ż5 to enter. Cash prizes plus every time you play you build up points for free entry into our league final!

­¤ī¦ Sadly the sky is back to grey ­¤śö­¤ī¦
However ­¤śÅ­¤śÅ­¤śÅ
The Cotton Candy Martini looks even better against the dark clouds....
... Comedown and take a video of your fav cocktail and we will stick you on our insta and Facebook ­¤żŚ
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ŌĆ╝’ĖÅWarningŌĆ╝’ĖÅ
Readers with the tendency to get over excited please be prepared
ŌØī WINGS
... ŌØī RIBS
ŌØī POTATO SKINS
ŌØī ONION RINGS
ŌØī and... some leaves ­¤śé­¤żŻ­¤śé
ŌØīŌØīŌØī All FOR A MERE ┬Ż11.99ŌØīŌØīŌØī
DEAL LASTS UNTILL SATURDAY 11 AUGUST
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This Saturday from 8pm. Live music from The Mollies! Free entry ­¤śÄ

Went for lunch today (Good Friday) knew it would be busy so anticipated a wait which we we're informed of at the bar. Ordered fish and chips for 2. Atmosphere in the bar was relaxed and friendly and the staff were lovely and chatty. We waited a long time for the food but we expected this and just enjoyed our drink and the atmosphere. Food arrived after about an hour but the staff kept us informed of the delay and we were fine about it. When the food arrived it was delicious and what I appreciated most was the fact that they hadn't rushed it through so it was cooked perfectly. The batter on the fish was crispy and not at all soggy. I think it's so easy for food to be rushed and undercooked when venues are busy which compromises the quality but this wasn't the case at all. I would prefer to wait and have a perfect meal that comprise on time and have a mediocre one. I would imagine on a regular week day the wait for food wouldn't be as long so looking forward to revisiting soon.

The welcomeŌĆÖs always warm and the food is always great from coffee & cake to a three course dinner and everything inbetween. The seafood chowder and the salt and chilli squid are particular favourites of ours.

Really beautiful inside and lovely view . Quite a big menu something for everyoneŌĆÖs taste . Have some canny social nights arranged with quiz bands etc . Definatly worth a visit ! Just noticed 2 for one on cocktails Monday to Thursday too ...now your talking ! Oh and the music is great !

Fantastic place - welcoming staff, the drinks are fairly priced, and the food is delicious! I'd definitely recommend making a visit - also, go to the comedy night on a Thursday!

Dropped in for tea last night, with My daughter. She said it was the best calendar she'd had for a long time! I had fish and chips, or should I say whale! The batter was dark and crisp, just how I like it, hate it when the batter us still gloopy under the outer golden layer. Home made chunky chips as well, struggled to eat it all! Will definitely be back.

Called in here on a February afternoon after walking 3 miles along the Quayside. Never been before drinks were reasonably priced & food was excellent. Service was excellent from a very bubbly barmaid with an Irish accent will certainly be back when we can sit outside & look at the boats in the Marina. Well worth a visit.

Visited on mother's day with my partner and daughter. I love the feel of the place, casual and relaxed. I had high hopes as have been following on line for a while and the food looked good as did the reviews. Unfortunately I was left disappointed. The food was tasty but the portions were really small. I had the chilli squid and had 3 small rings on a pile of greenery. I told myself it was a oversight and waited for my roast beef Sunday lunch. Disappointed again, 2 small half slices of beef where cooked well done after requesting pink and were cold. 3 pieces of carrot and a small amount of cabbage was it for the veg. I was was very underwhelmed as was my hubby. We thought it may be because of it being mothers day but the place wasn't very busy. I was so wanting it to be great but I was left feeling hungry and disappointed. Will try again on one of the event nights.

We have been for a drink before but thought we would try the food this time. Ordered food at the bar. A drink was brought over to us and waited an hour for our food so we had to leave. Such a shame very dissapointed! Also ordered a water during this time but fhat wasnt brought either! Dont mind waiting but an hour is a bit of a joke on a friday for good friday fish and chips! Wont be coming back!

Visited for the first time today as I've followed online for a while. Staff lovely and friendly. Ordered 2 of the hot beef sandwiches off the lunch menu. They were awful. Tiny brioche buns with 2 small slices of chewy beef, and 2 small roast potatoes that were hard inside! Probably one of the worst meals I've had in a pub. Informed the waitress who apologised and said she would tell the chef?? In fairness the other meals that were coming out of the kitchen looked lovely. Won't be hurrying back.

Went for lunch today (Good Friday) knew it would be busy so anticipated a wait which we we're informed of at the bar. Ordered fish and chips for 2. Atmosphere in the bar was relaxed and friendly and the staff were lovely and chatty. We waited a long time for the food but we expected this and just enjoyed our drink and the atmosphere. Food arrived after about an hour but the staff kept us informed of the delay and we were fine about it. When the food arrived it was delicious and what I appreciated most was the fact that they hadn't rushed it through so it was cooked perfectly. The batter on the fish was crispy and not at all soggy. I think it's so easy for food to be rushed and undercooked when venues are busy which compromises the quality but this wasn't the case at all. I would prefer to wait and have a perfect meal that comprise on time and have a mediocre one. I would imagine on a regular week day the wait for food wouldn't be as long so looking forward to revisiting soon.

The welcomeŌĆÖs always warm and the food is always great from coffee & cake to a three course dinner and everything inbetween. The seafood chowder and the salt and chilli squid are particular favourites of ours.

Really beautiful inside and lovely view . Quite a big menu something for everyoneŌĆÖs taste . Have some canny social nights arranged with quiz bands etc . Definatly worth a visit ! Just noticed 2 for one on cocktails Monday to Thursday too ...now your talking ! Oh and the music is great !

Fantastic place - welcoming staff, the drinks are fairly priced, and the food is delicious! I'd definitely recommend making a visit - also, go to the comedy night on a Thursday!

Dropped in for tea last night, with My daughter. She said it was the best calendar she'd had for a long time! I had fish and chips, or should I say whale! The batter was dark and crisp, just how I like it, hate it when the batter us still gloopy under the outer golden layer. Home made chunky chips as well, struggled to eat it all! Will definitely be back.

Called in here on a February afternoon after walking 3 miles along the Quayside. Never been before drinks were reasonably priced & food was excellent. Service was excellent from a very bubbly barmaid with an Irish accent will certainly be back when we can sit outside & look at the boats in the Marina. Well worth a visit.

Visited on mother's day with my partner and daughter. I love the feel of the place, casual and relaxed. I had high hopes as have been following on line for a while and the food looked good as did the reviews. Unfortunately I was left disappointed. The food was tasty but the portions were really small. I had the chilli squid and had 3 small rings on a pile of greenery. I told myself it was a oversight and waited for my roast beef Sunday lunch. Disappointed again, 2 small half slices of beef where cooked well done after requesting pink and were cold. 3 pieces of carrot and a small amount of cabbage was it for the veg. I was was very underwhelmed as was my hubby. We thought it may be because of it being mothers day but the place wasn't very busy. I was so wanting it to be great but I was left feeling hungry and disappointed. Will try again on one of the event nights.

We have been for a drink before but thought we would try the food this time. Ordered food at the bar. A drink was brought over to us and waited an hour for our food so we had to leave. Such a shame very dissapointed! Also ordered a water during this time but fhat wasnt brought either! Dont mind waiting but an hour is a bit of a joke on a friday for good friday fish and chips! Wont be coming back!

Visited for the first time today as I've followed online for a while. Staff lovely and friendly. Ordered 2 of the hot beef sandwiches off the lunch menu. They were awful. Tiny brioche buns with 2 small slices of chewy beef, and 2 small roast potatoes that were hard inside! Probably one of the worst meals I've had in a pub. Informed the waitress who apologised and said she would tell the chef?? In fairness the other meals that were coming out of the kitchen looked lovely. Won't be hurrying back.

Went for lunch today (Good Friday) knew it would be busy so anticipated a wait which we we're informed of at the bar. Ordered fish and chips for 2. Atmosphere in the bar was relaxed and friendly and the staff were lovely and chatty. We waited a long time for the food but we expected this and just enjoyed our drink and the atmosphere. Food arrived after about an hour but the staff kept us informed of the delay and we were fine about it. When the food arrived it was delicious and what I appreciated most was the fact that they hadn't rushed it through so it was cooked perfectly. The batter on the fish was crispy and not at all soggy. I think it's so easy for food to be rushed and undercooked when venues are busy which compromises the quality but this wasn't the case at all. I would prefer to wait and have a perfect meal that comprise on time and have a mediocre one. I would imagine on a regular week day the wait for food wouldn't be as long so looking forward to revisiting soon.

The welcomeŌĆÖs always warm and the food is always great from coffee & cake to a three course dinner and everything inbetween. The seafood chowder and the salt and chilli squid are particular favourites of ours.

Really beautiful inside and lovely view . Quite a big menu something for everyoneŌĆÖs taste . Have some canny social nights arranged with quiz bands etc . Definatly worth a visit ! Just noticed 2 for one on cocktails Monday to Thursday too ...now your talking ! Oh and the music is great !

Fantastic place - welcoming staff, the drinks are fairly priced, and the food is delicious! I'd definitely recommend making a visit - also, go to the comedy night on a Thursday!

Dropped in for tea last night, with My daughter. She said it was the best calendar she'd had for a long time! I had fish and chips, or should I say whale! The batter was dark and crisp, just how I like it, hate it when the batter us still gloopy under the outer golden layer. Home made chunky chips as well, struggled to eat it all! Will definitely be back.

Called in here on a February afternoon after walking 3 miles along the Quayside. Never been before drinks were reasonably priced & food was excellent. Service was excellent from a very bubbly barmaid with an Irish accent will certainly be back when we can sit outside & look at the boats in the Marina. Well worth a visit.

Visited on mother's day with my partner and daughter. I love the feel of the place, casual and relaxed. I had high hopes as have been following on line for a while and the food looked good as did the reviews. Unfortunately I was left disappointed. The food was tasty but the portions were really small. I had the chilli squid and had 3 small rings on a pile of greenery. I told myself it was a oversight and waited for my roast beef Sunday lunch. Disappointed again, 2 small half slices of beef where cooked well done after requesting pink and were cold. 3 pieces of carrot and a small amount of cabbage was it for the veg. I was was very underwhelmed as was my hubby. We thought it may be because of it being mothers day but the place wasn't very busy. I was so wanting it to be great but I was left feeling hungry and disappointed. Will try again on one of the event nights.

We have been for a drink before but thought we would try the food this time. Ordered food at the bar. A drink was brought over to us and waited an hour for our food so we had to leave. Such a shame very dissapointed! Also ordered a water during this time but fhat wasnt brought either! Dont mind waiting but an hour is a bit of a joke on a friday for good friday fish and chips! Wont be coming back!

Visited for the first time today as I've followed online for a while. Staff lovely and friendly. Ordered 2 of the hot beef sandwiches off the lunch menu. They were awful. Tiny brioche buns with 2 small slices of chewy beef, and 2 small roast potatoes that were hard inside! Probably one of the worst meals I've had in a pub. Informed the waitress who apologised and said she would tell the chef?? In fairness the other meals that were coming out of the kitchen looked lovely. Won't be hurrying back.

Went for lunch today (Good Friday) knew it would be busy so anticipated a wait which we we're informed of at the bar. Ordered fish and chips for 2. Atmosphere in the bar was relaxed and friendly and the staff were lovely and chatty. We waited a long time for the food but we expected this and just enjoyed our drink and the atmosphere. Food arrived after about an hour but the staff kept us informed of the delay and we were fine about it. When the food arrived it was delicious and what I appreciated most was the fact that they hadn't rushed it through so it was cooked perfectly. The batter on the fish was crispy and not at all soggy. I think it's so easy for food to be rushed and undercooked when venues are busy which compromises the quality but this wasn't the case at all. I would prefer to wait and have a perfect meal that comprise on time and have a mediocre one. I would imagine on a regular week day the wait for food wouldn't be as long so looking forward to revisiting soon.

The welcomeŌĆÖs always warm and the food is always great from coffee & cake to a three course dinner and everything inbetween. The seafood chowder and the salt and chilli squid are particular favourites of ours.

Really beautiful inside and lovely view . Quite a big menu something for everyoneŌĆÖs taste . Have some canny social nights arranged with quiz bands etc . Definatly worth a visit ! Just noticed 2 for one on cocktails Monday to Thursday too ...now your talking ! Oh and the music is great !

Fantastic place - welcoming staff, the drinks are fairly priced, and the food is delicious! I'd definitely recommend making a visit - also, go to the comedy night on a Thursday!

Dropped in for tea last night, with My daughter. She said it was the best calendar she'd had for a long time! I had fish and chips, or should I say whale! The batter was dark and crisp, just how I like it, hate it when the batter us still gloopy under the outer golden layer. Home made chunky chips as well, struggled to eat it all! Will definitely be back.

Called in here on a February afternoon after walking 3 miles along the Quayside. Never been before drinks were reasonably priced & food was excellent. Service was excellent from a very bubbly barmaid with an Irish accent will certainly be back when we can sit outside & look at the boats in the Marina. Well worth a visit.

Visited on mother's day with my partner and daughter. I love the feel of the place, casual and relaxed. I had high hopes as have been following on line for a while and the food looked good as did the reviews. Unfortunately I was left disappointed. The food was tasty but the portions were really small. I had the chilli squid and had 3 small rings on a pile of greenery. I told myself it was a oversight and waited for my roast beef Sunday lunch. Disappointed again, 2 small half slices of beef where cooked well done after requesting pink and were cold. 3 pieces of carrot and a small amount of cabbage was it for the veg. I was was very underwhelmed as was my hubby. We thought it may be because of it being mothers day but the place wasn't very busy. I was so wanting it to be great but I was left feeling hungry and disappointed. Will try again on one of the event nights.

We have been for a drink before but thought we would try the food this time. Ordered food at the bar. A drink was brought over to us and waited an hour for our food so we had to leave. Such a shame very dissapointed! Also ordered a water during this time but fhat wasnt brought either! Dont mind waiting but an hour is a bit of a joke on a friday for good friday fish and chips! Wont be coming back!

Visited for the first time today as I've followed online for a while. Staff lovely and friendly. Ordered 2 of the hot beef sandwiches off the lunch menu. They were awful. Tiny brioche buns with 2 small slices of chewy beef, and 2 small roast potatoes that were hard inside! Probably one of the worst meals I've had in a pub. Informed the waitress who apologised and said she would tell the chef?? In fairness the other meals that were coming out of the kitchen looked lovely. Won't be hurrying back.