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- 5Food
- 5Service
- 5Ambience
- 5Value
Noise • Energetic
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The Bear Inn reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.
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Noise • Energetic
Andrea
Bath1 review
Dined on January 26, 2025
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Shelley
Bath1 review
Dined on November 13, 2024
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The Bear Inn is rated 5 stars by 2 OpenTable diners.
Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.
8-10 North St, Taunton, Somerset TA4 2JY