TAUNTON residents have shared what they think is the best meal that they have had in the town.

Commenting on a recent Facebook post shared by the Gazette, locals gave their suggestions on where to go to get the tastiest food Taunton has to offer.

If you like seafood, the Cross Keys pub could be the perfect place to eat. One resident said: "Had a delicious sea bass Florentine at the Cross Keys pub yesterday."

Another recommended The Ring of Bells, which can be found on St James Street. The local said: "Best steak in Taunton and the rest of the menu is brilliant too. Never had a bad meal."

The Ring of Bells proved popular for Sunday diners, too, with one commenter suggesting that the best meal they have had is: "Ring of Bells' Sunday roast."

There were multiple mentions of Turmeric Kitchen 65, an Indian restaurant  based on Station Road. One resident said: "Turmeric Kitchen 65 is the best vegan Indian restaurant, you must try."

Another added: "Turmeric kitchen 65, awesome food and fantastic service."

Silvans, located on 40 High Street, was also praised for serving delicious Mediterranean, Middle Eastern and Turkish cuisine. Someone said: "Silvan's all day every day. A real taste of the middle east. Delicious."

Augustus also received multiple mentions. The establishment describes itself as a "intimate venue with low-key contemporary decor, offering modern dishes showing global influences."

Many locals voted for this restaurant, saying: "Augustus restaurant for the most fantastic bistro food."

Another said: "Augustus - every time a treat."

Italian food proved popular. Many residents thought that Little Italy deserved a shoutout, with one individual saying: "Little Italy do the very best Italian food…if you can get a table. Book early."

The Skewer House was mentioned for providing good customer service and tasty dishes. One voter said: "Skewer House, Taunton. Always amazing food and wonderful, charming service!"

Saucery was voted for catering to those that are vegan. One resident said: "Saucery do the best vegan takeaway-out of this world! You don’t need to be vegan to love it!"

No matter what sort of food you like, it seems that Taunton truly has something for everyone. Why not visit some of these places and form your own opinion?