The George of Harpenden Reviews Summary

Service

Pros:

• "We were served by a polite lady (Long hair and glasses) receipt says Roxy. All staff were friendly. Service was quick and great and the food was amazing."
• "Annie was an amazing server and made our family lunch thoroughly enjoyable!"
• "Amazing service from Patrick came here on Sunday lunch for a roast dinner, was really busy but food came out quick and hot Patrick was always on hand if we needed anything we will be coming back more often!!"
• "Our server was perfect and the coffee was one of the best I've had."
• "And i would like to give a special shoutout to my waiter!(Matthew) He was superb!He checked if my meal was okay he had great knowledge of the menu! And hes a complete credit too the team!! Thank you so much i will defo be returning! :)"
• "Outstanding service from Holly."
• "The staff were charming and friendly."

Cons:

• "Service was diabolical, staff could not be bothered."
• "Very disappointed, poor service had to ask for menus, drinks, and cutlery."
• "They have a manager that won’t even speak to tables that have a complaint, he sends them to do it."
• "Service was a bit slow initially and we had to ask for a drinks menu. Service speed improved after that."
• "We had to ask 3 times for water, and for cutlery for the main course."
• "It was about half an hour before we were even asked what we would like to drink."
• "The staff were friendly, but goodness was it hard work trying to get their attention."

Food Quality

Pros:

• "The fishcake was very lovely :)"
• "As a vegetarian I would highly recommend the Plant burger. Definitely going back again!!!"
• "Lovely food, came quite quickly and was decent sized portions."
• "Sunday lunch was huge! Big portions and massive Yorkshire. Really homely and filled me up for the rest of the day! Squeezed in a brownie that was rich and Devine."
• "The food was great, the atmosphere was lovely."
• "We shared a tasty Mezze and appreciated the generous variety of fresh ingredients."
• "Both mine and my partner's meals were very tasty."

Cons:

• "Food very basic."
• "Used to be a regular but the food has lost so much quality."
• "Meats were dry, and the portions of veg were minimalistic."
• "The scrambled must have been 1 egg and the mushrooms were rubbery, hard to chew."
• "The burger was cremated round the edges and I was appalled at the lump of tasteless chicken that was dumped in front of me."
• "The crumble desserts were not cooked at all."
• "The food was flavourless, cold and beige."

Atmosphere & Decor

Pros:

• "Great atmosphere, great service, and contemporary decor make this more than just your ordinary pub."
• "The restaurant had a nice atmosphere."
• "Really nice set out pub. Good amount of space indoors and outdoors."
• "Central pub in Harpenden refurbished to a modern style."
• "The pub had a great atmosphere."
• "Following a complete renovation this is a great restaurant and bar. Very contemporary styling sits well alongside a great food and drink service."
• "The ambiance is lovely, we feel at ease coming with kids."

Cons:

• "The visit was marred by a lot of dogs in the pub area, some of which were yapping away loudly and constantly."
• "Tables were at a premium (& chairs frequently moved from one table to another for guests) and so bar area was quite noisy."
• "We were a bit disappointed that we could not bring a dog to the dining area as we asked prior to the visit, but others were allowed as they just turned up with dogs."
• "I feel that the restaurant prices are far too high for the average food, average service in what essentially is a pub."
• "At 6pm on a Saturday night it felt like the 3 of us were the only ones having dinner, so no atmosphere."
• "The numerous vacant chairs and tables were reserved!"
• "Quite a grand pub but very average food."

Value for Money

Pros:

• "Cheap."
• "Food was fairly priced and experience enjoyable overall."
• "Good food and price."
• "The food was very good and the prices really not all that expensive."
• "Their festive cocktails were also great and at a brilliant deal - 2 for £12."
• "Definitely recommend the George as very tasty food especially with the 50% off!!"
• "The staff at the George are always so attentive! The place is well looked after, with outdoor and indoor space."

Cons:

• "We went with friends and their children for lunch. It was awful..."
• "I feel that the restaurant prices are far too high for the average food, average service in what essentially is a pub."
• "£18 a complete rip off. Small portion and overpriced."
• "£16 for a chicken and (overripe) avocado burger with a small portion of fries is crazy."
• "Beer somewhat overpriced but food ridiculous - £14 for a burger is a total rip-off!"
• "I was shocked to see it was over £200 for single courses and sides."
• "Went in on our way home, 2 glasses of uneventful wine £19, Sunday Lunch £16 belly pork - beef £19. Overpriced it's a pub not a Michelin Star restaurant."