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The Bailiwick Free House, Egham, Surrey

The Bailiwick Free House

4.8
4.8
947 Reviews
£41 and over
Gastro Pub

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2 people
9:00 pm
Booked 8 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Neighbourhood gem
Nestled on the gates of The Windsor Great Park and Virginia Water Lake, The Bailiwick Freehouse is a gastronomic destination for locals and visitors to enjoy the very best produce that this naturally plentiful area has to offer. Working in some of the countries top restaurants, husband and wife duo Steven & Ami Ellis took over in 2021 and have since given this pub a new lease of life. They work closely with local producers to offer their guests a sophisticated twist on familiar dishes.

Additional information

  • Phone number
  • Price
    £41 and over
  • Cuisines
    Gastro Pub, British
  • Hours of Operation
    Bar Mon, Tue 12:00 pm–10:00 pm Wed, Thu 12:00 pm–11:00 pm Fri, Sat 12:00 pm–12:00 am Sun 12:00 pm–6:00 pm Lunch Mon–Sat 12:00 pm–3:00 pm Sun 12:00 pm–4:00 pm Dinner Mon, Tue 6:30 pm–8:00 pm Wed, Thu 6:30 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 6:30 pm–10:00 pm
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Steven & Ami Ellis

What 947 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseEnergetic

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Bailiwick Free House offers an exceptional dining experience with "sensational food" and "impeccable service." Set by Windsor Great Park, it boasts a "relaxed atmosphere," "friendly staff," and an "innovative menu." Dog-friendly and featuring locally sourced ingredients, it's praised as a "hidden gem" and a favorite for special occasions.

947 Reviews
  1. Sa

    London

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined today

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 2
    Cannot fault the food. It was delicious but incredibly expensive for a Sunday roast. You cannot have just a one course Sunday roast you have to have a £50 2 course set menu. V pricey for a standard pub food. There is NO parking. Website says there is lots nearby. Closest is a 1 mile walk away and we had to end up paying £12 to park. The staff were incredibly rude, especially the main women there who kept acting as if we were a pain for ordering food rather than paying customers. Would never go back.

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  2. Scot

    Surrey

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This place was amazing the service the food the building itself. For the life of me I have no idea why we were the only people there it was the best restaurant we’ve went to all week on vacation.

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  3. Mark

    London

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on 23 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We visited the Bailiwick for Sunday lunch, introducing 4 friends to it. Such a delightful venue which immediately starts with the warm welcome from Johnny at the bar and continues throughout all the staff. The food was well sourced, prepared and delicious for the range of preferences in our party. The price was very good value, considering the quality of food, venue, the great staff and the joy we all had - priceless. All of us will return, brining along new friends to experience the Bailiwick.

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  4. Julia

    London

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on 15 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fabulous food and great service. Awesome cocktails. Had a lovely evening with my other half, enjoying great, locally sourced food. Highly recommended

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  5. Hollie

    Surrey

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 15 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Me and my partner went to Bailiwick this weekend for our Valentine’s Day celebration. The food we received was amazing. Everything was packed with flavour and cooked to perfection. The service was top tier. We didn’t have to wait long between meals and our server was constantly making sure we had full glasses and that we were happy with our food. We will definitely be coming back to try the rest of the menu, and enjoy the surrounding area. The little touches made the experience what it was. I was given a rose at the end of the meal as a Valentines gift. Thank you

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  6. Steve

    London

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 15 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely relaxed lunch and great location to walk it off in the park afterwards - throughly enjoyed it Not cheap but worth it

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  7. Richard

    Surrey

    2 reviews

    2.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 14 February 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 2
    Disappointing. Went for fixed menu for Valentines. Crab dish and sharing bread was lovely. Fillet steak was ok but we were not asked how we would like it cooked so a little over done for us. The cheese fondue course was awful. Not sure why it was included. The cheese was not very Cheesy and the pickles were a bit odd. Desert was ok but no real wow! Service was going through the motions with no real energy or enthusiasm. Took 25 minutes from being seated to getting a drink. We had ordered but then we were asked by another staff member if we wanted a drink from the bar. Not sure what had happened and no apology for the delay. Couldn’t find my coat when leaving. Perhaps put the table number on the hanger. Shouldn’t be difficult! Have been before and it was fantastic, hence the opening remark. They did knock off the price of the fondue course but thats not really the point, you go out for the evening with high expectations wanting all to be perfect and happy to pay for it. When it doesn’t quite hit the mark, it is disappointing.

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  8. Richard

    Surrey

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 14 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Excellent food and excellent service as always. Thoroughly recommended.

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  9. Philip

    VIP

    London

    24 reviews

    5.0

    24 reviews

    Dined on 14 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Nothing better than a walk with the dog over Virginia Water then lunch here! Such a welcoming atmosphere, food to die for, and lovely staff.

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  10. SAli

    Surrey

    17 reviews

    5.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on 14 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great lunch. Really close to Virginia water great park. Great portions. Was a lovely meal thank you.

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The Bailiwick Free House is rated 4.8 stars by 947 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
9:00 pm
Booked 8 times today
Google Map for The Bailiwick Free House

Wick Road Englefield Green, Egham, Surrey Tw20 0hn

Additional information

  • Phone number
  • Price
    £41 and over
  • Cuisines
    Gastro Pub, British
  • Hours of Operation
    Bar Mon, Tue 12:00 pm–10:00 pm Wed, Thu 12:00 pm–11:00 pm Fri, Sat 12:00 pm–12:00 am Sun 12:00 pm–6:00 pm Lunch Mon–Sat 12:00 pm–3:00 pm Sun 12:00 pm–4:00 pm Dinner Mon, Tue 6:30 pm–8:00 pm Wed, Thu 6:30 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 6:30 pm–10:00 pm
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Steven & Ami Ellis
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