The Ship Inn - Scottish Borders

We had a wonderful lunch with exceptional service and a lovely atmosphere. We will definitely be returning. It's great that they allow dogs as well.

Came in here for drink only initially, but as soon as we got in we were asked if booked for lunch and advised if wanted lunch they could give us a reserved table for a while, until the other patrons arrived which was good of them. I wanted a **** Mary but they did not have any tomato juice which I was disappointed about. Opted for wine instead. We decided to have the spicy cream of cauliflower soup, chunky chips portion and ham tomato sandwich to share. For my friend and I the soup we felt was far too thick and not spicy at all so put pepper in it to see if that helped, but my friend could not eat it re the consistency and asked the waiter to take them back. The sandwich was fresh and well made coming with salad and coleslaw. The waiter said he'd tried the soup and for his taste it was fine, but deducted the soups from our bill which was honorable. The front of house was vibrant with young members of friendly staff. Yes I would recommend going there but would ask that they get some tomato juice!

We arrived in good time to watch the rugby, when we entered the bar, we were greeted by an obnoxious floor manager, asking if we wanted drinks or food, I said both if you have a table ? To receive a smarmy reply “I have loads of tables, can’t you see them !!! to then be told “ok go out to the beer garden if you want anything” and he walked away. As a customer I felt I was belittled, I looked at my wife and said let’s go and left. If a proper manager reads my review, then your staff need a talking to, to change their attitude as this guy lost custom. We left and went to the George and Abbotsford, and we’re treated with respect, and the place was great.

We like to eat here and have a few drinks when we stay at the campsite .Always a warm welcome in a relaxed cosy pub.Staff very welcoming and prompt service .Bar staff even remembered our drinks order 2nd night we were in lol .Food is generous ,tasty and quality Would recommend .Does get busy in evening so if you want to eat late advised to book a table or go eat early .Kitchen closes at 8pm I think .

Excellent food service. Great atmosphere, friendly, helpful staff great value. We loved it. I think it was Fraser who served us…he was great