Osip – A farm-to-table restaurant located in Somerset

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A farm to table restaurant and rooms in the heart of Somerset.

The Restaurant

Our menu evolves daily and is an expression of the Somerset landscape, using produce grown by the team on our nearby farm.

Sample Menu
Sample Wine List

The Rooms

We have four beautiful bedrooms located directly above the restaurant – completing our vision of a holistic destination that celebrates food, drink, art and design.

Amongst rolling Somerset hills and at the foot of a beautiful pine forest, Osip is our home. A former 300 year old country inn where you can stay the night, explore the gardens, take a tour of the kitchen and relax fireside for an after dinner drink.

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Monday: Closed
Tuesday – Sunday: Dinner
Thursday – Sunday: Lunch

25 Kingsettle Hill, Bruton
Somerset, BA10 0LN

How to find us

+44(0)1749 987277

reservations@osiprestaurant.com

info@osiprestaurant.com

@osiprestaurant @merlin_johnson

If you are driving…..

From Bruton:
Drive along Station Road, heading out of Bruton town, toward the train station. Head under the railway bridge and past the turning to Hauser & Wirth and up the hill. Follow the road for just over a mile. You’ll reach Redlynch crossroads, turn left here towards Hardway and follow the country lane until you find us!

From A303 (Wincanton):
Exit the A303 at Wincanton. Take the third exit, followed by the first on the two roundabouts. At the next roundabout take the first exit and follow the one way system. Turn left after the post office, onto North Street. Continue on this road for 3.3 miles. You’ll reach Redlynch crossroads, turn right here towards Hardway and follow the country lane until you find us!

If you are travelling by train….
Via Castle Cary,
If you have taken the fast train to Castle Cary, you will need to get a short 15min taxi ride over to Osip.

Via Bruton,
If you have taken a train to Bruton, you are only a 4 minute taxi ride from Osip.

We offer complimentary transfers on a first come, first served basis – if available, these will show as an option when booking your room. Otherwise, there are a number of local taxi companies (whose details can be found here) but we do recommend booking with plenty of advance notice, especially during busier periods of the week and year.

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FAQs

How do I book?

RESTAURANT
We take our reservations via our website up to 120 days in advance – just click “Book a Table” and follow through the simple steps. We do not take a deposit but do ask for card details to be stored, which are only used in the event of a no-show or a cancellation with less than 24 hours’ notice. For groups of 6 or more the notice period is 48 hours. If you would like more specific information or are struggling to find your desired reservation, please email us at reservations@osiprestaurant.com.

ROOMS
We take our reservations via our website up to 120 days in advance.

Full payment for the bedroom will be taken within the cancellation policy – seven days before arrival. All extras will need to be settled on departure.

How do I get to Osip?

If you click the following link, it will open up Google maps. Our address is: 25 Kingsettle Hill, Hardway, Bruton BA10 0LN.

FLYING INTO LONDON
From central London it is only a 3 hour drive.

FLYING INTO BRISTOL
It is a short 1 Hr 15 mins drive.

TRAVELLING BY TRAIN
You can travel direct from London Paddington which is around 2 hours Train, or you can get a faster Train to Castle Cary at 1hr 30 mins.

TAXIS
We always recommend booking a taxi in advance, due to being in the countryside, taxis are limited and we don’t have Uber. Here are a few local people we recommend:

Ali Cab’s – 07378 827132
Pat – 07855 765345
Bruton & Mendip Taxi – 07984 465864 (perfect for airport transfers too)
Craigs Taxi – 07563 612473
IT Cars – 07528 515722
Keith Spraggs – 07493 105096

Do you cater for dietaries and allergies?

We gladly accommodate most dietary requirements with prior warming. We require a minimum of 48-hours’ notice of dietaries or intolerances otherwise there is a risk we may not be able to accommodate on the day. We also ask that you specify the number of people in your party who have a given request.

Please note, we are unable to cater for those with Vegan or Dairy free requirements.

Am I able to buy a gift voucher?

Of course you can, we use a third-party partner to look after these for us. You can either have an e-Voucher or for a small fee they will send out a beautiful paper copy.

Follow this link to read more about the different experiences we offer.

How does the menu work at Osip?

For both lunch and dinner, there is no menu presented at the table. We curate an experience that celebrates a time and a place in Somerset, using ingredients that have been grown by us or our neighbours.

The experience features a series of small snacks, multiple savoury courses, desserts and petit fours. The price is £125 per person for the full Osip experience and at lunchtime we offer guests the choice of our lunch menu (£95) or our full Osip tasting menu (£125). You are able to select your preferred experience when making your booking.

We regularly offer additional courses that will be offered when you’re seated at your table.

Do you offer a wine pairing?

We offer the option of a bespoke wine pairing to go with your lunch or dinner. Our beverage programme celebrates small scale winemakers who farm in a responsible way as well as West country ciders and our own soft drinks made from wild and homegrown ingredients.

What is your policy on children dining at Osip?

We do not provide a children’s menu at Osip. Considering guest feedback, we only accept children of dining age in the restaurant, however, if there are unavoidable circumstances, please reach out to us to discuss.

We are a small restaurant and therefore do not have capacity to accommodate non-dining guests. If you would like any further information, please contact: info@osiprestaurant.com

What times can I book a table for in the evening?

In the evenings, we operate a 4-sitting service. The first sitting is at 18.00, then 18.45, 19.45 and 20.30. We are not able to take reservations between these times.

How long does the tasting menu experience take?

We recommend that diners allow between 2.5 to 3 -hours to comfortably enjoy our lighter lunch experience. For guests who have opted for the full tasting menu allow 3 to 3.5 -hours.

Do you have a bar area?

We do have a bar area at Osip where you will begin your experience with us. If you wish to arrive earlier than your booking, you are welcome to enjoy an aperitif here too.

Do you offer Corkage?

We do offer corkage which is set at £45 per bottle. We just ask that you let us know in advance either by adding it to your reservation notes or by sending us an email.

Is there disabled access?

Yes, there is for the restaurant. Unfortunately, we do not have disabled access for those wishing to stay with us. If you have any questions, please email info@osiprestaurant.com.

What is your policy on dogs?

We are unable to admit dogs into the restaurant or the rooms and we do not have any outdoor dining seating.

Events and large groups?

The largest party size we can host is 6 people. For private events, parties or book outs please get in touch for more information at info@osiprestaurant.com.

What is your cancellation policy?

RESTAURANT
If you cancel within 24-hours of the booking time or do not show up, the full price of the menu will be charged. Any cancellations made with more than 24-hour’s notice will not incur any fee.

ROOMS
We are fully sympathetic to your plans changing – once a booking is confirmed it is subject to the following cancellation policy: reservations can be cancelled or changed up to seven days prior to arrival. No-shows, cancellations or changes made after this time will result in a charge for the entire stay to the card provided.