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The ancient town of Bruton has its fair share of interesting buildings but none more so than this 18th century cottage restaurant. Dressed from head to toe in magnificent Virginia Creeper the visitor is immediately welcomed into a warm and friendly atmosphere where low timbered beams and open fireplace set the scene for romantic meals for two up to small private parties.

Owners Mark and Deborah Chambers create a relaxed ambience in which they are keen to discuss local seasonal ingredients and methods of cooking dishes from a modern European/French menu in which they take an obvious pride. From the warm homemade, bread rolls to the exquisite hand rolled truffles with coffee there is an attention to detail.

A reasonably priced set menu (3 courses for £26.95) offers starters such as tomato and shallot tart tartin served with a warm Somerset goat's cheese or celeriac veloute with a hand dived Devon king scallop and crispy pancetta, followed by main courses such as lemon and rosemary crusted cannon of lamb with crushed jersey royals, baby aubergine and asparagus, lamb jus or pan seared fillet of wild sea bass on saffron mash with a seafood broth. All dishes are delicious, beautifully presented and can be accompanied by a fine wine from an extensive stock of both full and half bottles.

Whether you seek a lunchtime treat (£10 for 2 courses), a candlelit supper or one of the special themed evening events you will not be disappointed.

For the second consecutive year Claire De Lune has been awarded an AA Rosette, reflecting the use of the highest quality fresh ingredients in the preparation of a meal. Their menus are well balanced to include prime fish dishes and a vegetarian option, and simplicity is an essential ingredient of all of their dishes. The 2004 wine list, recently introduced, had a major input from their regular clientele, and features many interesting selections, with many from the New World and some Classics. An informal but welcoming atmosphere is intended to ensure guest comfort, and relaxation. The AA lists this restaurant as "excellent value for money".