Best Places and Services in Halstock, Dorset (2025)

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Top-Rated Places and Services in Halstock, Dorset

The Emporium Cafe

39 Princes St, Yeovil BA20 1EG, UK

4.7 (206 reviews)

P: 01935 411378

A place of loveliness. The staff, the food, the cakes, the beverages. If you're going for brunch, be sure to treat yourself to a breakfast cocktail on the brunch menu. And don't skip the emporium shop either. Take a wander around, what I feel like is, a wonderful rainforest of echoing personalities.

Anonymous - 2 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Best bacon sarnie my partner has had in a long time! Delicious mocha and some vegan cake options.

Anonymous - 2 years ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Fantastic cafe with a lovely feel and helpful staff. We had 3 different vegetarian meals and they were all excellent. Finished off with an amazing slice of Cherry Bakewell cake, seriously the nicest piece of cake I've ever eaten 😁

Anonymous - 2 years ago

Rating: 5 / 5

My daughter bought me the Gentleman's afternoon tea for Christmas. I used it today to celebrate mine and my husbands 30th wedding anniversary. Perfect.

Anonymous - 4 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Only popped in for late lunch treat, last week, as I had been let down/disappointed by another new lunch venue in town, and the Emporium was just the perfect antidote. First rate personal service received at the counter and when serving. Attentive, personable and polite, and also quite happy sharing what was available when asked. I chose their special butternut squash soup, homemade lemon cake and a decaf coffee. Bootiful....

Features:
  • Dine-In
  • Reservable
  • Serves Breakfast
  • Serves Lunch
  • Serves Beer
  • Serves Wine
  • Serves Brunch
  • Serves Vegetarian Food
  • Takeout
  • Delivery
  • Outdoor Seating
  • Dog Friendly
  • Restroom
  • Good for Groups
  • Good for Children
  • Wheelchair Accessible
  • Cocktails
  • Vegetarian Food
  • Desserts
  • Coffee
Accessibility Features:
  • Wheelchair Accessible Seating
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Parking Options:
  • Paid Parking Lot
Nearby Landmarks:
  • Tesco Extra - 257m away
  • The Emporium - 8m away
  • ASK Italian - 54m away
  • Yeovil Hospital - 261m away
  • Quedam Shopping Centre - 261m away
The New Inn

1 Church St, West Coker, Yeovil BA22 9BD, UK

4.7 (61 reviews)

P: 01935 864000

Wonderful Sunday lunch!! Really nice friendly atmosphere, great for families, and you can bring dogs too. I had the roast chicken and it was so delicious, sticky toffee pudding amazing also. Will be back, hopefully next Sunday!

Anonymous - 3 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

5 of us came for lunch, really good service, food and drinks. Sea bass with spaghetti was amazing, as was the aranchini on pesto beans. Lovely to see Andy with his efficient team.

Anonymous - 4 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Fantastic meal last night. I thought our last meal there 4 weeks ago was the best but - WOW!

Anonymous - 4 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

From Start to finish our family had the perfect birthday celebration, the staff let me decorate the tables, deliver the cakes early, put up balloons. Nothing was too much trouble, so welcoming, friendly and efficient. Perfect service with beautiful food. So lucky to have this on our doorstep.

Anonymous - 3 weeks ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Very good value. Wonderfull Christmas meal, quality ingredients cooked perfectly, attentive staff bringing hot food on time, can't fault, would recommend 100%

Features:
  • Dine-In
  • Reservable
  • Serves Beer
  • Serves Wine
  • Takeout
  • Outdoor Seating
  • Dog Friendly
  • Good for Groups
  • Good for Watching Sports
  • Cocktails
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Parking Options:
  • Free Street Parking
Nearby Landmarks:
  • Stuart Saunders - 33m away
  • Lanes Hotel - 53m away
  • West Coker Garage - 174m away
  • Lanes Hotel restaurant - 55m away
  • West Coker Surgery - 184m away
Union Street Brasserie

6a Union St, Yeovil BA20 1PQ, UK

4.6 (345 reviews)
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P: 01935 507828

Lovely place, not loud but not quiet either. Lovely helpful staff. Food was scrumptious, will definitely back for breakfasts, lunches and dinners

Anonymous - 8 months ago

Rating: 4 / 5

The food was really well presented and very tasty. Great for a celebration 🍾 The staff couldn't be more helpful. Lots of space for any size gathering.

Anonymous - 4 years ago

Rating: 5 / 5

My friend and I had a fantastic brunch here. Tables well spaced out and felt very safe. Very good value for money and the food was absolutely delicious. Poached eggs were spot on and salmon was fresh. They cater well for people on Slimming World diet too. Customer service was impeccable.

Anonymous - 3 years ago

Rating: 4 / 5

Food was as expected and generous portion sizes. Staff were generally quite welcoming but they did seem a little distant which made it slightly awkward. All in all I would eat there again and if the staff were happier and attentive I would give a 5 star.

Features:
  • Dine-In
  • Reservable
  • Serves Breakfast
  • Serves Lunch
  • Serves Dinner
  • Serves Beer
  • Serves Wine
  • Serves Brunch
  • Serves Vegetarian Food
  • Takeout
  • Outdoor Seating
  • Children' Menu
  • Restroom
  • Good for Groups
  • Good for Children
  • Wheelchair Accessible
  • Cocktails
  • Vegetarian Food
  • Desserts
  • Coffee
Accessibility Features:
  • Wheelchair Accessible Seating
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Nearby Landmarks:
  • Marks and Spencer - 78m away
  • Quedam Shopping Centre - 140m away
  • Burger King - 56m away
  • Kwik Fit - Yeovil - 48m away
  • Primark - 75m away
The Helyar Arms

Moor Ln, East Coker, Yeovil BA22 9JR, UK

4.5 (564 reviews)
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P: 01935 862332

Patrick and Claire are the perfect hosts. We booked a room which was very comfortable and had all we needed for a relaxing evening and good night’s sleep. Dining was superb - dinner and breakfast were cooked to perfection. There’s also a beautiful garden to sit in and have a drink with friends or alone with a good book. We spent our evening sitting in big comfy couches in an upper room with our very dear friends and our beverages of choice. Thank you Patrick and Claire for a most remarkable and memorable stay.

Anonymous - 3 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Rating for food only / bar service only. Always been good since I have been here. This evening I went with my 3 year old as she wanted whitebait, and she loved them, gobbled up the whole plate. I had a Pizza and it was yum. Staff were nice and got us sorted promptly which was nice for keeping the trip fairly short with a little one.

Anonymous - a month ago

Rating: 4 / 5

Good pub grub! Was a group of 8 of us and everyone was served at the same time which was very good. Very attentive waiting staff. Only criticism is in my opinion too hot, the wood burner was chucking out some serious heat however overall good.

Anonymous - 2 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Our overnight stay to attend a 90th birthday party was very pleasant. Our room was very comfortable with a lot of character. Our evening drink in the pub area was relaxed with a warm atmosphere. We enjoyed our well cooked breakfast and chats with the staff.

Anonymous - a week ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Fantastic food, lovely atmosphere, friendly staff who went above and beyond especially regarding our infant. Will definitely be visiting again!

Features:
  • Dine-In
  • Reservable
  • Serves Beer
  • Serves Wine
  • Outdoor Seating
  • Dog Friendly
  • Restroom
  • Good for Groups
  • Cocktails
Accessibility Features:
  • Wheelchair Accessible Restroom
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Parking Options:
  • Free Parking Lot
  • Free Street Parking
Nearby Landmarks:
  • St Michael & All Angels' Church - 283m away
The Ollerod

3 Prout Hill, Beaminster DT8 3AY, UK

4.7 (293 reviews)

P: 01308 862200

A stellar experience. Lovely service from the team, who clearly are passionate about what they do. The steak I had was maybe the best I have ever been served - a lovely cut and cooked perfectly. Just a great experience.

Anonymous - 6 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Really well looked after when they were busy with a birthday tea party. Delicious cream tea in a beautiful garden. Excellent staff. Made really welcome. Looks a pleasant place to stay too.

Anonymous - 3 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Had lunch one day and drinks another. Great place. Nice atmosphere. Pleasantly upmarket without being pretentious.

Anonymous - 4 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Went for a Mexican and half price cocktails on a Wednesday evening. Mexican is cooked in a van in the car park, but served in the bar/conservatory - excellent food (real cutlery but takeaway boxes).

Anonymous - 3 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

A lovely place which such an amazing team! We were well looked after celebrating our first wedding anniversary and the crispy lionsmane mushroom dish at the restaurant was one of the best I have ever had! We had the most perfect stay.

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Nearby Landmarks:
  • Brassica Restaurant - 180m away
  • Beaminster Museum - 55m away
  • The Red Lion - 109m away
  • St Mary's Church - 239m away
  • Co-op Food - Beaminster - The Square - 161m away
The Masons Arms

41 Lower Odcombe, Odcombe, Yeovil BA22 8TX, UK

4.6 (721 reviews)
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P: 01935 862591

Stayed for a couple of nights on way back from picking up our vintage vw camper. Really relaxed experience and surrounded by beautiful countryside and historic villages. We ate some lovely food in the pub and drank local beers and ciders (Rosie’s Pig cider). I believe they also have a microbrewery as well. Will definitely recommend and will return to this historic pub near Yeovil.

Anonymous - 2 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

I stayed at their small campsite behind the pub in my motorhome. A very peaceful location with good amenities. The food was great too, moderately priced. The staff were a helpful and friendly bunch. If you have a long motorhome (mines 7 metres) Give them a call and they'll help you through the entrance, it's tight. Especially if you're solo like myself. I brought my dog who was most welcomed.

Anonymous - a month ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Super little quiet campsite behind a lovely country pub. Staff were great, welcome was warm, facilities were good. And we had a very nice meal in the pub on our second night. Recommended!

Anonymous - 2 months ago

Rating: 4 / 5

Stopped for lunch after doing a search for pub type eateries near out of town Yeovil and come up with the Masons Arms. Greeted very politely as we had arrived before 12:00, served with two beautiful tasting coffees before ordering lunch, two small meals, ham egg and fries plus home made fish cakes and salad dressing followed by apple and raisin crumble that was beautiful. Both my wife and I left the Masons Arms well fed and full. If we are in Yeovil or near in the future we will definitely visit again.

Anonymous - 4 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Traveling around the country with relatives from Australia and found this great British country pub. Good beer selection, great food and excellent service from the wonderful staff. The bedrooms were very comfortable and well equipped. Definitely a place worthy of a second visit.

Features:
  • Dine-In
  • Reservable
  • Serves Beer
  • Serves Wine
  • Outdoor Seating
  • Dog Friendly
  • Restroom
  • Good for Groups
  • Good for Children
  • Cocktails
Accessibility Features:
  • Wheelchair Accessible Restroom
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Parking Options:
  • Free Parking Lot
  • Free Street Parking
Nearby Landmarks:
  • Carlton Clocks - 285m away
The Chetnole Inn

Chetnole, Sherborne DT9 6NU, UK

4.7 (188 reviews)

P: 01935 872337

Lovely Atmosphere, the Food was delicious at very reasonable prices and the Bar Staff and Landlady very pleasant. And exceptionally Dog Friendly. Well worth leaving our village and travelling a few miles.

Anonymous - 7 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

We had Sunday lunch here last month. This is a lovely pub, great lunch and most of all great service. Made our Sunday and fully recommended.

Anonymous - 6 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Stopped off for a cold refreshing cider was lovley and very tastefully decorated to a high standard food looks amazing too would definitely recommend 👌

Anonymous - 11 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

I often stop off here on a Friday after work, The staff are lovely, the beer is fab. I've yet to try the food but plan on coming back with family. Well worth giving it a go. Just a few mins off the A 37.

Anonymous - 5 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

The food was delicious. Great customer service. Very nice pub and beautiful garden

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Nearby Landmarks:
  • Chetnole Village Hall - 20m away
Monks Yard

Horton Manor, Horton Cross, Ilminster TA19 9PY, UK

4.6 (513 reviews)
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P: 01460 259286

Absolutely amazing - We had our wedding at this venue yesterday and it was so lovely. The food was top tier and we are so happy with how the entire day turned out. The entire staff were so precise and delicate, we are truly blessed to have had our wedding here. If anyone is thinking about booking an event here I would definitely give the venue a call or pop down when it's open to have a look around. Very affordable and we will be visiting Monks Yard often to enjoy all that the venue/cafe has to offer! A big thank you to the whole team🎉🎊

Anonymous - 5 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Lovely place to stop if you are using the A303. The staff are super friendly and the food is fresh and delicious. The range of cakes is amazing. 🤩

Anonymous - 5 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Very busy cafe along the main trunk road to Devon/Dorset. Medium size carpark, fairly easy to find. Large restaurant that's always busy serving tasty fresh food. Well recommended. We sat outside because it was lovely and sunny. Inside was very busy to get there early to make sure you get a table.

Anonymous - a year ago

Rating: 4 / 5

Buzzing atmosphere and good quality food but slghtly expensive for what it is. We had to wait a long time for our drinks, even though our food came quickly. Also a horrible smell around the toilets - possibly some sort of sewer issue.

Anonymous - 6 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Nice location with outside seating. Staff very friendly & helpful. Great tea & cake. A couple of Gluten Free cake options and GF bread available, pity their chips aren't. Worth visiting the shops on site too and take in the amazing tree on the front lawn.

Features:
  • Dine-In
  • Reservable
  • Serves Breakfast
  • Serves Lunch
  • Serves Brunch
  • Serves Vegetarian Food
  • Takeout
  • Outdoor Seating
  • Children' Menu
  • Dog Friendly
  • Restroom
  • Good for Groups
  • Good for Children
  • Wheelchair Accessible
  • Vegetarian Food
  • Desserts
  • Coffee
Accessibility Features:
  • Wheelchair Accessible Seating
  • Wheelchair Accessible Restroom
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Parking Options:
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Nearby Landmarks:
  • Jordans Courtyard - 75m away
The Plume Of Feathers

Half Moon St, Sherborne DT9 3LN, UK

4.5 (434 reviews)
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P: 01935 389709

Small plates, order at least 3 each and share, great selection and good quality. Dog friendly every where in the restaurant. I found it a bit complicated, it's a bit like Spanish Tapas and our total bill was around £70 it soon mounts up.

Anonymous - 6 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Lovely late lunch. Quality food and friendly, accommodating staff. The outside looks fairly drab and some of the Italian signage is slightly incongruous (are Wadsworths synonymous with Italian dining? No), but don't be put off, the inside is far, far better with modern styling in a traditional setting. Not cheap but where is these days.

Anonymous - 3 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

What a surprise treat! I visited this restaurant with family when staying in the area for a weekend away, and what a gorgeous find this was! Situated right in the heart of Sherborne (which is a charming town to visit regardless) this restaurant was just fabulous. The menu was fab, tapas dishes inspired by Italy but using West Country produce - what's not to love! Staff were friendly and accommodating, the drinks selection was vast and impressive and the food quality was truly 10/10. Would definitely be back if I lived closer! This place gets very busy over weekend so definitely book in advance, and also would recommend arriving for an earlier sitting rather than later before it gets too busy.

Anonymous - 4 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

An incredible meal at the plume! We were turned away from another restaurant despite having a reservation, but when we came to the Plume they were happy to help and sat us promptly. The meal was absolutely delicious and filled us up nicely. We had 6 dishes between 4 adults and were stuffed! The service was great and the atmosphere was so lovely.

Anonymous - 4 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Absolutely gorgeous pub situated centrally in the lovely historic town of Sherborne in Dorset. The staff were so friendly and helpful. We stayed in The Hayloft for one night, like a lovely mini apartment overlooking the courtyard of the pub. Super comfy bed, great little bathroom and really lovely breakfast in the morning.

Features:
  • Dine-In
  • Reservable
  • Serves Beer
  • Serves Wine
  • Outdoor Seating
  • Dog Friendly
  • Restroom
  • Good for Groups
  • Cocktails
Accessibility Features:
  • Wheelchair Accessible Restroom
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Nearby Landmarks:
  • Sherborne Abbey - 85m away
  • The Pear Tree - 52m away
  • Half Moon - 9m away
  • Tamburino Gold - 42m away
  • Rajpoot - 12m away
The Fox Inn

Corscombe, Dorchester DT2 0NS, UK

4.6 (272 reviews)
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P: 01935 310790

It was our first time dining at The Fox Inn. The grade II listed pub that greeted us was a fantastic start. The Oyster I sampled was excellent. The Sunday Roast was the best roast I have ever had. The potatoes were amazing as was the beef and pork. The team were very accommodating with our 4 year old daughter. Being from London meant the prices were on a par with pubs that offer average at best roast dinner’s. Would highly recommend. Only minor feedback would be to make the dishes holding the vegetables warmer other than that it was flawless.

Anonymous - 4 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

The Fox Inn is hugely popular with the locals and is a quality, idyllic, thatched roof pub with a historically top reputation for all the points that matter.. including open fire in winter and antique taxidermy! Quaint and tidy with different pleasant spots to sit and gather. Conservatory is popular for meals. Outdoor picnic tables under trees, by the stream are inviting on sunny days. If it turns chilly, Throws are available and Games too. Dog friendly for friendly dogs and there's even a jar of pet treats available. Brews rotate covering local beers/ales and ciders. Choice of spirits including the locally conceived Black Cow vodka. Lovage liquor (Shhhh) is a sacred favourite with a few locals but currently sourcing is an issue. Meals have been good .. prices all over the country, if not the world, have jumped and it's now circa £20 for a meal. Roast on weekends. Music on Sundays. Closed Mondays. Plenty of parking out front & rear. A place like this needs a jovial and engaging publican at the helm and they have it in Graham. This place and it's people will forever hold a special place in my heart ❤️.

Anonymous - 4 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

visited twice for a meal whilst on our holiday in Corscombe, the appeal of the pub from the outside is more than matched by the authenticity of the inside, with friendly staff, great beers and lovely pies

Anonymous - 5 months ago

Rating: 5 / 5

Excellent village pub, good beer and food. Locals very friendly, am thoroughly envious of my mate who lives in Corscombe.

Anonymous - 3 months ago

Rating: 4 / 5

Lovely hospitable pub, staff/owner very friendly and helpful. Food was absolutely lovely! Understandably quiet for a mid-week evening but perfect for the first night of our holiday. Only slight down side was quite a few little annoying fruit flies around the place, seemingly wherever we sat we couldn’t get away from them! Staff very apologetic though & explained that they’d only appeared in the last couple of days.

Features:
  • Dine-In
  • Reservable
  • Serves Beer
  • Serves Wine
  • Outdoor Seating
  • Live Music
  • Dog Friendly
  • Restroom
  • Good for Groups
  • Cocktails
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  • Wheelchair Accessible Restroom
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