The Railway Inn Botley Reviews Summary

Atmosphere & Decor

Pros:

• "The place is very nicely decorated and has a lovely feel about it."
• "Lovely friendly warm atmosphere fantastic roast with a lovely variety of meats with freshly prepared vegetables."
• "The large conservatory area we were in was beautifully set up with lit candles which made it feel so cosy and calming."
• "Beautifully redecorated and a wonderful atmosphere."
• "Tables were beautifully set up, with fresh flowers and lit candles, making for a lovely cosy atmosphere."
• "Really liked the atmosphere."
• "Lovely interior following a railway vibe, beautifully decorated followed by incredibly friendly staff!"

Cons:

• "Very quiet a little cold(the building)."
• "Directed to a small table in dark corner right next to noisy bar."
• "Was cold sat by the door that the smokers use to come in and out."
• "We were sat at a table upstairs & every time someone came in & out of the door it was freezing."
• "Went there this afternoon for lunch. Freezing cold inside."
• "Place was grubby. Dead flowers on tables."

Service

Pros:

• "The staff were welcoming and prompt with service."
• "Drinks and food orders taken promptly."
• "Excellent friendly service."
• "The staff were friendly and attentive as always and made us feel welcome."
• "Brilliant pub. The manager and bartenders were incredibly welcoming and polite."
• "The serving team were very good. Orders were taken and food was served quickly."
• "Service was really quick and staff really friendly!"

Cons:

• "Service was alright - we arrived in and was left at least 10 min waiting to be sat, staff saw us coming in and made no eye contact or spoke to us."
• "Service very slow or they had a problem in the kitchen."
• "Service was a little slow for drinks and food etc but was a quite busy restaurant."
• "Horrible. We waited for one and a half hours after ordering and no food arrived."
• "No one asked if we wanted more drinks or dessert. Or even if our food was satisfactory."
• "I had to ask for someone to take our food order after waiting nearly 40 mins."
• "Average busy Saturday night, but super slow service, no apology for food being late."

Food Quality

Pros:

• "Had a delicious Sunday pork belly lunch. It was delicious!"
• "The beef was perfectly cooked (I hate it when its grey), potatoes were beautifully crispy, and the yorkies were unreal!"
• "The food is incredible. One of the best pies I've had! And burgers are to die for!"
• "The food was fab. (Two vegans with us who were well catered for)."
• "The food was more original than the usual 'beige' buffet and the cake was home made."
• "The food was absolutely amazing."
• "The food was of top quality and very flavoursome."

Cons:

• "Meat was undercooked and flavourless."
• "Though there was plenty of it on the plate, the food itself didn't live up to expectations (based on the price)."
• "Certainly not worth the £18 charged."
• "My fish was about the size of a credit card and all skin and bone."
• "Food was third rate at best pie had one piece of chicken in it, the mash potato was processed and the prices are ridiculous."
• "Small fish and chips - batter not crispy, peas cold, far too many chips."
• "Food was microwaved and burnt."