The Water Rat
Telford, Shropshire
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In short: The Water Rat is a restaurant in Shropshire, rated 4.3 out of 5 from 909 Google reviews, with a 4/5 food hygiene rating and dogs welcome.
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Wood-beamed inn offering relaxed, airy rooms, plus free breakfast, a restaurant & a bar. Summary via Google
About The Water Rat
The Water Rat is a wood-beamed inn on Buildwas Road in Ironbridge. It has a restaurant and bar, with a menu of pub food including fish and chips and a full English breakfast. The venue accommodates children and groups, takes bookings, and allows dogs.
Food hygiene rating: 4 out of 5.
Menu & facilities
For the current menu and prices, see The Water Rat's own website.
Opening hours
- Monday
- 12:00 – 9:00 PM
- Tuesday
- 12:00 – 9:00 PM
- Wednesday
- 12:00 – 9:00 PM
- Thursday
- 12:00 – 9:00 PM
- Friday
- 12:00 – 9:00 PM
- Saturday
- 12:00 – 9:00 PM
- Sunday
- 12:00 – 5:00 PM
What's nearby
- Ironbridge Rowing next door
- The Valley Hotel 300m away
Distances as the crow flies, via Google
Guests consistently praise this hotel and pub for its delicious pub food, including amazing fish and chips, and a great full English breakfast, alongside its friendly staff and excellent value. They also highlight the beautiful, clean rooms.
Some reviews mention the food can be poorly prepared.
Summary via Google
At a glance
- Guest rating
- 4.3 / 5 (909 reviews)
- Dogs allowed
- Yes
- Good for children
- Yes
- Good for groups
- Yes
- Booking required
- Yes
- Food hygiene rating
- 4 out of 5 – Good
- Destination
- Shropshire
Food hygiene rating from the Food Standards Agency.
Quick answers
What are the opening hours of The Water Rat?
The Water Rat is open Mon–Sat 12pm–9pm; Sun 12pm–5pm (from its Google listing; hours can change on bank holidays, so check before you go).
Is The Water Rat any good?
The Water Rat is rated 4.3 out of 5 from 909 Google reviews. Its official food hygiene rating is 4 out of 5.
Is The Water Rat dog-friendly?
Yes, dogs are allowed at The Water Rat.
Is The Water Rat good for children?
Yes, The Water Rat is listed as good for children.
Can you book a table at The Water Rat?
Yes, The Water Rat takes reservations.
How do I contact The Water Rat?
Call The Water Rat on +44 1952 433193.