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The Bailiwick Free House, Egham, Surrey

The Bailiwick Free House

4.8 (975)
£41 and over
Gastro Pub
Wick Road Englefield Green, Egham, Surrey Tw20 0hn

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 9 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Neighborhood 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

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    £41 and over
  • Cuisines
    Gastro Pub, British
  • Hours of operation
    Bar Wed–Sat 12:00 pm–11:00 pm Sun 12:00 pm–6:00 pm Lunch Wed–Sat 12:00 pm–3:00 pm Sun 12:00 pm–4:00 pm Dinner Wed–Sat 6:30 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Steven & Ami Ellis
  • Private party facilities
    We are happy top discuss private events and catering at The Bailiwick Freehouse. Please email reservations@thebailiwick.co.uk.

What 975 people are saying

The Bailiwick Free House reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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
  • 4.9Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseEnergetic

Loved For

  • Surrey

    Best Food

  • Surrey

    Innovative

  • Surrey

    Great for fine wines

  • Surrey

    Romantic

  • Surrey

    Great for scenic views

  • Surrey

    Good for special occasions

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Bailiwick Free House offers a delightful dining experience with "exceptional food" and "attentive service." Guests rave about the "outstanding" seasonal, locally sourced dishes, especially the game meats, and praise the warm, welcoming atmosphere. Despite minor layout and parking issues, its "friendly" staff and "memorable" meals ensure many return visits.
975 Reviews
  1. Pearl

    London9 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    Was looking forward to returning to this place after an exceptional meal a couple of years back. The talent of the team in this kitchen is undiminished but the exquisite dishes we had returned for were accompanied by a couple that let it down, and it just didn’t feel like great value. Head waiter was brusque and constantly trying to sell, making for an e peri eve that was not particularly warm or relaxing.

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  2. kelly

    London1 review

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A wonderful evening for a birthday treat. Nothing was too much trouble. From the minute we walked in the service was exceptional. All the lovely team we uncounted were friendly, helpful and fun! And welcomed our dog to! The food was amazing with special touches to make it a memorable meal. Well done to all!! We will be back!

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  3. Amanda

    Berkshire10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 8, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Very nice service and excellent food. The layout inside doesn’t quite work and needs some rethinking but overall it was a very good experience and we will return.

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  4. David

    London1 review

    5.0

    Dined on June 7, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We visited The Bailiwick on Saturday to celebrate my mother’s birthday, and it was an absolutely wonderful experience from beginning to end. From the moment we arrived, the team made us feel incredibly welcome, with attentive service and thoughtful touches that made my mum’s birthday feel really special. The food was simply outstanding. We started with the Isle of Wight Tomato Tartlet and the Twice Baked Cheese Soufflé—both were absolutely divine. The tartlet was bursting with rich tomato flavour, delicately balanced and beautifully presented. The soufflé was perfectly light, indulgently cheesy, and full of comforting depth—a true highlight. For the mains and desserts, the standard remained just as high, with every plate looking like a work of art and tasting even better. The kitchen clearly takes pride in seasonal, locally sourced ingredients, and it shines through in every dish. The wine list is excellent, and the staff were happy to help with pairings, offering suggestions that really enhanced the meal without being intrusive. Throughout, the service was faultless—friendly, professional, and genuinely caring. The Bailiwick manages to feel both refined and relaxed, making it a perfect setting for a special occasion. It was the ideal spot to celebrate my mother’s birthday, and we left with full hearts and very happy appetites. A huge thank you to the entire team for making the day so memorable—we can’t wait to return.

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  5. Jan

    Cheshire9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 29, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fabulous menu, food cooked perfectly. This was our fourth time, love it here.

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  6. Karen VIP

    London7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 26, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Definitely one of our favourite Gastropubs! We have been a few times and it never disappoints!

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  7. Susannah

    Surrey4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 17, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a lovely lunch here recently, so decided to come back for dinner. It was a great experience. Everything was perfect! Staff were all extremely welcoming and the food was delicious. We will definitely return.

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  8. Philip

    Buckinghamshire8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 10, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We had a very comfortable table for four just by the main door. The service was attentive but not intrusive and the meal was exceptional. Our starters, main courses and sweets were beautifully prepared with a great deal of attention to detail: they were all delicious. The wines we chose were also excellent (Gavi and Chablis). Another attraction is the peaceful atmosphere and we were not hurried through our meal in any way. Definitely recommended and we shall return soon.

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  9. OpenTable Diner

    Surrey1 review

    5.0

    Dined on May 3, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This was my second trip to the Bailiwick and both visits have been fantastic. Great food and wine, lovely service and highly recommended!

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  10. Oleg

    London12 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 26, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a memorable Saturday lunch here. The service and food were superb. We had a lovely pinot noir from New Zealand and opted in for a daily special rhubarb desert which finished our meal with an artist's touch. Everything felt so effortless and inspired.

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The Bailiwick Free House is rated 4.8 stars by 975 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 9 times today
Google Map for The Bailiwick Free House

Wick Road Englefield Green, Egham, Surrey Tw20 0hn

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Egham
  • Hours of operation
    Bar Wed–Sat 12:00 pm–11:00 pm Sun 12:00 pm–6:00 pm Lunch Wed–Sat 12:00 pm–3:00 pm Sun 12:00 pm–4:00 pm Dinner Wed–Sat 6:30 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    £41 and over
  • Cuisines
    Gastro Pub, British
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    None
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Steven & Ami Ellis
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Indoor Fireplace, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, View, Wine
  • Phone number
  • Private party facilities
    We are happy top discuss private events and catering at The Bailiwick Freehouse. Please email reservations@thebailiwick.co.uk.
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