Having enjoyed many a pub meal in the British Isles, I didn't expect a lot when we had dinner here. But what a difference! No one told the Jolly Drayman that English pub food is supposed to be mediocre. We had a wonderful, original beer-battered calamari appetizer, followed by a tasty Indian plate for my wife and a shepherd's pie... more

We just discovered this place on our most recent trip to Sunday River. What a find! Fabulous food (try the Indian dishes), huge portions (even the wine pours are about twice the norm), cozy, authentic atmoshere (English Pub, yet fine for families), good service. Truly can't wait to go back. more

We ate here during a ski vacation with our 2 kids, ages 17 and 20. We all had good meals. The Jack sandwich was particularly good. They have a great selection of beers, and you can get a sampler of 3 beers. The service was very good. more

My husband and I have tried all the restaurants in Bethel and Newry (except for maybe 2) and I can honestly say the Jolly Drayman is like no other dining experience. This is the place we take our friends when we want to impress them (and we don't even break the bank!) The atmosphere is warm and welcoming, the food... more

My husband and I have been customers of the Jolly Drayman for over a year. The food is always consistant, the service is always personal and the beer is always exceptional. My family (including 4 year old twins) enjoyed their stay at the inn and are looking forward to another this season. I would recommend this establishment for its restaurant... more

My husband and I arrived on a Saturday afternoon at 3pm for a one night stay. We were greeted by "I thought you were going to be here at noon. I've been hanging around waiting for you". Absolute instant huge turn off. Very unfriendly and unprofessional welcome. Had I not been obligated, I would have turned around and left. That... more

i bought the fish n' chips there and it was delicious, its just that under the bread crumbs part -it was a little.... wet and water(y), and i also tryed the chicken Korma, it was good but dry and they could just add a little more...you know.... -excitement. other wise nice and cozy place with great food. more

Can't say enough about this place. You've read it with the other posts, but the attention to detail here is terrific. It's not very often that you can find a place with great ambience, food and service. You can get everything from traditional English fare (bangers n mash, fish n chips), to Indian (Tandori). We talked to the owner a... more

My husband and I came here on a weekend night- the place was packed! The owners were exceptional at accomodating us while we waited for an open table. Everything was great- really cozy atmosphere, the food (try the Chocolate Banana Burrito for dessert- wow), and the service. Definitely recommend trying this place! more