Trout Farm Inn has a nice pool and everything else is alright at best. We reserved a premium cabana for a group of friends and were a bit disappointed with the stained couch cushions and slow service. We tried to order food and were told to wait a while because the kitchen was too backed up. There’s nothing wrong with the food they offer, but the prices are kind of high when you are also paying for access to the pool and $9 - $16 per drink. Overall, we spent about $100 a head and were left thinking next time we’ll just go to the beach. There is no hot tub. Their mandatory 20% gratuity makes sense — I don’t think many people would voluntarily tip that high for the service they received here.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 3
Service: 2
Another Thing
Went to the pool. Was $30..😳. Seems a bit cray.. vibes were good, water was warm. No sauna, hot tub or cold plunge I could see.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 3
Service: 3
Adam F
My brother had a going away party for us and the owner would not let us in, after letting everyone else in behind us. She was very rude and this is terrible customer service. DO NOT GO HERE!
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Jon Free
We love it here! Family friendly with amazing food, service and drinks!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Nathan Daigle
Had a great day at the trout farm pool! Mai tai’s are the best in town
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Dustin christenson
Hands down my favorite place in time. First discovered for my sisters post wedding celebration. It's a on of a kind vibe, pool area is like no other place in town. Love the chicken Picata, burgers & variety of incredble cocktails. The ambiance & warm welcoming atmosphere keeps my family coming back. So happy to have place in town! Would highly recommend for date nights or fun family nights out.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Soquel Girl
I am so glad I chose TF for my birthday spot. We had perfect weather, view of pond,our server was great all around the best food and cocktails. We will be back
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
John Scott
As a local resident that has lived up Zayante from the restaurant for the last 37 years, I desperately want the Trout Farm to succeed. We have eaten there several times with mixed experiences. Obviously, the bar and pool are sustaining it.
We had the worst service experience in my entire life last Sunday. We received our food two hours after arriving. There were no attempts by the staff to explain. They then had the gall to automatically put a 20% tip on the bill!!! (Yes, we had a party of 7) Again, with no apology or offer to comp anything.
Wake up, management, and either get your act together or just expand your bar into the restaurant space. Right now it is an absolute waste of time and money. You permanently lost local patrons last week.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 2
Service: 1
Blyth Strachman
I wasn’t sure what to expect with the service after reading some reviews but it was great! We went on a Thursday afternoon for pool and snacks. Christina was handling the entire pool area and she did so with friendliness, humor, and grace. Pool was clean and perfect temperature. Bathrooms and changing areas were clean. Food hit the spot. Setting is gorgeous. We’ll definitely be back.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Skeptical Seuss
Oh, the Trout Farm was lovely, with trees up above, A place full of charm that you just want to love. The outside was peaceful, the view was a win, I walked in with hope and a big hungry grin.
The food? It was great — I’ll give them their due. Each bite hit the mark, and the drinks did too. But the inside? Oh no… it just missed the mark, Like a lunchroom that never quite found its spark.
It felt kind of cold, a bit thrown together, Not cozy, not warm — more cafeteria than clever. A makeover’s needed, or a new set of eyes, To match all the beauty that sits right outside.
Now the service — oh boy. It was slow, slow, slow. So slow, in fact, that time seemed to go. Our waiter was kind, but clearly quite new, And every review said the same thing too.
You’ll wait for your food, you’ll wait for your drink, You’ll wait long enough to just sit there and think. The owner was there, but oddly aloof, With all of the staff rushing under one roof.
They hustled and scrambled and did what they could, But one extra hand would have really do. For prices that high and portions that small, You’d hope for more polish, more rhythm, more all.
Still, the meal was quite good, and the setting’s a plus, It just needs some love — not a whole lot, just thus. So here’s my review, with a soft little chime: A beautiful place… if you’ve got the time.
I have been to the Trout Farm many times. The ambiance is great. The bar area is super fun and they have a great wine list. The cocktails are exceptional and not over priced. I hosted my 50th birthday there and the staff took such good care of us and went above and beyond to make sure my friends had the best time. Obviously I had the trout on one visit, and it was spectacular. A must try!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Adam Millman
I’ve been DJing at the Trout Farm pool for about 1 year. Their staff is friendly, hospitable, and happy. Communication behind the scenes is consistent and professional. I look forward to working with them more!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Mysti D
I used to come to The Trout Farm since I was little. It has changed and been upgraded for the most part. They had a pretty awesome DJ for 4th of July weekend, DJ Wyze1 he's a really good DJ played Reggae and a laid back mix. he's actually Locally Grown, SCHS was in the house! Nice people working there and speedy service. I didn't try the food this time so that's why I didn't rate that. This is a great spot to go esp when it's cloudy in SC it's always hotter up in Zayante. Go make great memories like I did and check it out! I want to do a yoga class in the morning next time.
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Brenda L
The service is insanely slow. Mostly because the staff just chats with each other. Overpriced food. Last time I went there was a black pubic hair in my Mac n cheese. We won’t be coming back.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 2
Carla Cont
I have visited this place twice, simply if you are Latin I recommend not going, they disguise very well not wanting Spanish-speaking people there
Trout Farm Inn has a nice pool and everything else is alright at best. We reserved a premium cabana for a group of friends and were a bit disappointed with the stained couch cushions and slow service. We tried to order food and were told to wait a while because the kitchen was too backed up. There’s nothing wrong with the food they offer, but the prices are kind of high when you are also paying for access to the pool and $9 - $16 per drink. Overall, we spent about $100 a head and were left thinking next time we’ll just go to the beach. There is no hot tub. Their mandatory 20% gratuity makes sense — I don’t think many people would voluntarily tip that high for the service they received here.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 3
Service: 2
Went to the pool. Was $30..😳. Seems a bit cray.. vibes were good, water was warm. No sauna, hot tub or cold plunge I could see.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 3
Service: 3
My brother had a going away party for us and the owner would not let us in, after letting everyone else in behind us. She was very rude and this is terrible customer service. DO NOT GO HERE!
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
We love it here! Family friendly with amazing food, service and drinks!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Had a great day at the trout farm pool! Mai tai’s are the best in town
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Hands down my favorite place in time. First discovered for my sisters post wedding celebration. It's a on of a kind vibe, pool area is like no other place in town. Love the chicken Picata, burgers & variety of incredble cocktails. The ambiance & warm welcoming atmosphere keeps my family coming back. So happy to have place in town! Would highly recommend for date nights or fun family nights out.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I am so glad I chose TF for my birthday spot. We had perfect weather, view of pond,our server was great all around the best food and cocktails. We will be back
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
As a local resident that has lived up Zayante from the restaurant for the last 37 years, I desperately want the Trout Farm to succeed. We have eaten there several times with mixed experiences. Obviously, the bar and pool are sustaining it.
We had the worst service experience in my entire life last Sunday. We received our food two hours after arriving. There were no attempts by the staff to explain. They then had the gall to automatically put a 20% tip on the bill!!! (Yes, we had a party of 7) Again, with no apology or offer to comp anything.
Wake up, management, and either get your act together or just expand your bar into the restaurant space. Right now it is an absolute waste of time and money. You permanently lost local patrons last week.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 2
Service: 1
I wasn’t sure what to expect with the service after reading some reviews but it was great! We went on a Thursday afternoon for pool and snacks. Christina was handling the entire pool area and she did so with friendliness, humor, and grace. Pool was clean and perfect temperature. Bathrooms and changing areas were clean. Food hit the spot. Setting is gorgeous. We’ll definitely be back.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Oh, the Trout Farm was lovely, with trees up above,
A place full of charm that you just want to love.
The outside was peaceful, the view was a win,
I walked in with hope and a big hungry grin.
The food? It was great — I’ll give them their due.
Each bite hit the mark, and the drinks did too.
But the inside? Oh no… it just missed the mark,
Like a lunchroom that never quite found its spark.
It felt kind of cold, a bit thrown together,
Not cozy, not warm — more cafeteria than clever.
A makeover’s needed, or a new set of eyes,
To match all the beauty that sits right outside.
Now the service — oh boy. It was slow, slow, slow.
So slow, in fact, that time seemed to go.
Our waiter was kind, but clearly quite new,
And every review said the same thing too.
You’ll wait for your food, you’ll wait for your drink,
You’ll wait long enough to just sit there and think.
The owner was there, but oddly aloof,
With all of the staff rushing under one roof.
They hustled and scrambled and did what they could,
But one extra hand would have really do.
For prices that high and portions that small,
You’d hope for more polish, more rhythm, more all.
Still, the meal was quite good, and the setting’s a plus,
It just needs some love — not a whole lot, just thus.
So here’s my review, with a soft little chime:
A beautiful place… if you’ve got the time.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 1
Restaurantji Recommends
I have been to the Trout Farm many times. The ambiance is great. The bar area is super fun and they have a great wine list. The cocktails are exceptional and not over priced. I hosted my 50th birthday there and the staff took such good care of us and went above and beyond to make sure my friends had the best time. Obviously I had the trout on one visit, and it was spectacular. A must try!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I’ve been DJing at the Trout Farm pool for about 1 year. Their staff is friendly, hospitable, and happy. Communication behind the scenes is consistent and professional. I look forward to working with them more!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I used to come to The Trout Farm since I was little. It has changed and been upgraded for the most part. They had a pretty awesome DJ for 4th of July weekend, DJ Wyze1 he's a really good DJ played Reggae and a laid back mix. he's actually Locally Grown, SCHS was in the house! Nice people working there and speedy service. I didn't try the food this time so that's why I didn't rate that. This is a great spot to go esp when it's cloudy in SC it's always hotter up in Zayante. Go make great memories like I did and check it out! I want to do a yoga class in the morning next time.
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
The service is insanely slow. Mostly because the staff just chats with each other. Overpriced food. Last time I went there was a black pubic hair in my Mac n cheese. We won’t be coming back.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 2
I have visited this place twice, simply if you are Latin I recommend not going, they disguise very well not wanting Spanish-speaking people there
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