The Poet Laureate - Carta

We had not visited since pre covid. We understand that it has changed hands since. Sunday Carvery was as good (if not better) as it has be in the 10? years we have been visiting. We will be back

A super friendly pub, we had our dog with us so checked if ok to go in. The landlord couldn’t be more friendly and welcoming. A super varied menu with reasonable prices , we had a lovely lunch , would definitely go back and recommend to friends etc- thank you

Visited with friends from Dorchester. This is their local. Lovely pub and great staff. Dog friendly (allowing partner in lol. Having visited twice and eaten both times food was great with a big choice. We will return and thank you to the Poet and Chilli for enhancing our stay. Ver carta

Not impressed I had hunters chicken. It was so tough it was inedible. They did not charge me when I complained. My daughter had cauliflower and broccoli cheese it was a mush of over cooked veg in a very watery sauce. It looked disgusting. Did mention it but the waiter said he had just eaten some and it was fine.

Made a last minute decision to try the carvery today and so glad we did. The roast beef was stunning and the veg, sauces and gravy were hot and fresh. The staff were all smiling, very attentive and really worked together as a team to ensure everyone was well looked after. A lovely Sunday lunch experience that we will be repeating soon.

I haven’t been here for years, but it was convenient to meet up with friends. The staff were friendly and helpful, the food was tasty and beautifully presented, and the prices were reasonable, and we all enjoyed our puddings. Will definitely return especially as I coveted my friend’s honey baked Camembert, but she scoffed the lot so I didn’t get a look-in! Ver carta

Clearly short staffed and we were told ‘the chef was off’. Im afraid i’ve heard that a lot recently. Must be v difficult. Vegetables variable, broccoli and cauliflower cheese dreadfully overcooked. Yorkshires OK. Gravy very watery. Vegetarian option was a piece of frozen flaky pastry with a few thin slices of pepper inside. Ghastly.. greasy. No other food choices,

The Poet Laureate deserves better marking on the maps of Poundbury! It's a great place to eat. The menu is varied and appetising. Service was cheerful, friendly and easy going. We had a light lunch, although the very reasonably priced starter size half lobster I had made a more than decent midday meal. Well worth a visit. If it was near enough, We'd be there regularly and we'll certainly return if the opportunity arises.

Great Sunday lunch! Carvery was available in small, average and large basically 1, 2 or3 slices of meat) with as much tasty veg as you can fit on your plate. Today's meats were pork, beef and turkey. There was 7 veg options with yorkshires and stuffing. The staff were all friendly and made it a very relaxed atmosphere. The staff were happy to answer questions regarding food intolerances . We will definitely be returning next time we visit family in the area. I would advise pre booking a table. Thank you to you for a lovely afternoon. Ver carta