The Haunch Of Venison

4.4 ( 1701 reviews )
Checking... 11:00 AM - 11:00 PM See Hours
£20–30
1 Minster St, Salisbury SP1 1TB, United Kingdom
+44 1722 411313

The Haunch of Venison, located in the heart of Salisbury, is a British pub renowned for its inviting atmosphere and exceptional venison dishes. Visitors rave about the warm and friendly service, with staff members like Ewen, who not only serve drinks but also share captivating stories about the pub's rich history. Patrons appreciate the charming ambience created by wooden interiors and cozy nooks, making it a perfect spot for both solo diners and groups.

Many reviewers emphasize the quality of the venison, which is consistently highlighted as delicious and well-prepared. While some diners express preferences for the cooking level, the overall consensus is that the flavors are well-balanced and satisfying. A standout dish mentioned is the scotch egg, which left an impression on guests, despite some minor critiques on other menu items like the goat cheese salad lacking dressing. Desserts also receive notable praise, adding a sweet conclusion to the dining experience.

Ultimately, The Haunch of Venison combines rich culinary offerings with a sense of history and community, making it a must-visit for anyone in Salisbury.

Amenities and More

  • Accessibility
    • No wheelchair-accessible car park
    • No wheelchair-accessible entrance
    • No wheelchair-accessible seating
  • Service options
    • Serves dine-in
    • No delivery
    • No takeaway
  • Highlights
    • Has fireplace
    • Has great beer selection
    • Serves great coffee
    • Serves great dessert
    • Has great wine list
  • Popular for
    • Popular for lunch
    • Popular for dinner
    • Good for solo dining
  • Offerings
    • Serves alcohol
    • Serves beer
    • Serves cocktails
    • Serves coffee
    • Serves spirits
    • Serves wine
  • Dining options
    • Serves lunch
    • Serves dinner
    • Serves dessert
    • Has seating
  • Amenities
    • Has bar on site
    • Has gender-neutral toilets
    • Has toilet
  • Atmosphere
    • Casual
    • Cosy
    • Historic
    • Romantic
  • Crowd
    • Good for groups
    • Popular with tourists
  • Planning
    • Dinner reservations recommended
    • Accepts reservations
  • Payments
    • Accepts credit cards
    • Accepts debit cards
    • Accepts NFC mobile payments
    • Credit cards
  • Children
    • Good for kids
    • High chairs available
    • Has kids' menu
  • Parking
    • Paid parking lot
  • Pets
    • Dogs allowed

Reviews For The Haunch Of Venison

Susana Arias Paredes
Jul 1,2025
We really enjoyed the atmosphere of the pub — great service and very friendly staff. The venison was delicious, though we would have preferred it a bit less done. Still, everything was excellent. We loved the combination of flavors, and the dessert was fantastic too.
Vsevolod Ryabykh
Jun 20,2025
Great atmosphere, good service and well prepared food. Venison dishes were excellent for a pub. Only goat cheese salad lacked proper dressing a bit, but overall I would recommend this place for its ambiance and cuisine.
Jonathan Bebb
May 21,2025
Haha, gotcha! My bad. Let's try that again: Popped into the Haunch of Venison in Salisbury tonight and had such a lovely time! The atmosphere was so warm and welcoming, even as a solo visitor. Big shoutout to Ewen behind the bar – he was super friendly and happily chatted me through all the beer options. And the best part? He gave me a little impromptu history tour of this incredible old building! So much character and stories within these walls. If you're ever in Salisbury and flying solo, this place is a must-visit! They serve food but I didn't eat buy one of the locals remarked on the quality and reasonable price of the food.
Daniela Cirlig
May 17,2025
I was tempted to give it 4 star for the food because the fish had a weird taste I disliked. However, because of how delicious the other dishes were (particularly the scotch egg) I had to give it a higher grade. The venison meat was tastefully cooked, deserving of the name of the pub.
Jo Patterson
May 12,2025
Very old pub in the centre of Salisbury. Wood, open fires and nooks and crannies, really interesting. Staff were really helpful and friendly, particulary the guy on the bar downstairs. Dogs only allowed in bar and small space on 1st floor but the space wasn't busy when we arrived so all good. Roast dinner was generous and really tasty. Loads of different vegetables and a good portion of beef. Spot on!
Chris Quinn
Apr 17,2025
An amazing old pub that oozes history. Well worth a visit just for a drink in one of the nooks. We went for dinner as well and the food and service were excellent. The staff were knowledgeable regarding gluten intolerance and the options available on the menu. The trio of venison is outstanding. Just do it.
Tom Richards
Apr 4,2025
Tiny little pub, rowdy atmosphere, get there early for a table. Restaurant upstairs. We booked a few days ahead for a table for 2 for 8pm Saturday. Gorgeously rich flavours of traditional courses. Never had a blackberry that burst with so much flavour. We had pigeon, Trio of Venison and the Vension Casserole. Each was beautiful to eat. Service was good, moved us to another room away from a children's party. It's a fantastic building to eat in. A must stop in Sailsbury
Emma
Mar 23,2025
A pub full of character that we're glad we visited whilst we were in Salisbury. The kids very much enjoyed the mummified hand! Food was lovely and the service was great.

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