The Fox at Willian Reviews Summary

Category: Hotel Letchworth Garden City

Address: 1870 Willian Rd, Willian, Letchworth Garden City SG6 2AE, United Kingdom

Phone: +441462480233

Rating: 4.4
based on 193 reviews.

Food Quality

Pros:

  • "The food is always superb, good range of beers and gin."
  • "In short, beautiful pub set in pretty village, seriously food that ranges from pub classics to fine dining at very very good prices."
  • "Saffron and parmesan fish pie, mushroom gnocchi etc all expertly prepared and delivered on all levels."
  • "Food was definitely worth the cost, would go again and recommend."
  • "Amazingly tasty food and right-sized servings - I had the pork belly starter and lamb main, cooked to perfection."
  • "All the food was fresh and delicious."
  • "The food was impressive; the steak was the best I've had in a very long time, or perhaps ever!"

Cons:

  • "Main course menu doesn't seem to change much."
  • "Burgers were burnt and dry, hake dish oversalted."
  • "Pomme frites served the toughest steak I’ve ever eaten, and came undercooked (blue, rather than medium rare)."
  • "The most disappointing dish we had over 3 visits was actually the fish pie, which was 90% potato mash and 10% short dated fish."
  • "Disappointed by the BBQ burger. A fatty and gristly patty that wasn't worth £10."
  • "The oysters were delicious but the Rib Eye steak was very bad quality."
  • "Very disappointing cuisine."

Service

Pros:

  • "A lovely young lady named Megan was stand out for us from the minute we walked in we were met with such a warm welcoming smile and very professional."
  • "The staff were so helpful and accommodating, right from my first enquiry and throughout our visit."
  • "Service was excellent. Would recommend anytime."
  • "Service was quick and pleasant but the best part was the food."
  • "The gentleman who served us (Guy) was courteous and made us feel confident and safe in the Covid precautions."
  • "Service and staff were excellent though."
  • "Our waitress was very attentive, we didn't feel at any point like we'd been forgotten."

Cons:

  • "The night time bar staff were very dismissive of any guests staying the night."
  • "Service barely existent despite not being busy."
  • "Service was charming but largely unattentive."
  • "The staff were nice but clearly overstretched."
  • "It took a while to be served."
  • "The restaurant staff were a bit inexperienced, the food orders were wrong."
  • "Service by Guy was great and he contributed to the afternoon experience."

Value for Money

Pros:

  • "Great value for money."
  • "The wine list has a good variety and reasonable price points."
  • "Food was definitely worth the cost, would go again and recommend."
  • "Fair prices too - for good quality food with generous portions."
  • "While not cheap the quality was excellent and portion sizes were good, we felt it was good value."
  • "The food is pricey but wouldn't say 'overpriced' as it's fresh and lovely, so you're definitely getting what you paid for."
  • "The steak was cooked perfectly and great value for money."

Cons:

  • "However the potion is quite small and a bit expensive."
  • "Shame the prices were far too high - this was not a £16 roast - tiny portion and felt more like school dinners."
  • "Kind staff, nice tasty meals but the portion and price ratio not in proportion (simple fish and chips £14), well presented though."
  • "Price of a (small) sandwich and fries in the bar has shot up by over 50% to £16.50!"
  • "Drinks were a bit pricey especially the wine at £35 a bottle."
  • "They also horrendously overcharge for deserts. £8.50 for a small slice of tart and a half sized scoop of iced cream."
  • "Expensive for things like bar snacks - £20 for two drinks and some nuts."

Ambiance and Location

Pros:

  • "Location really picturesque."
  • "Nice atmosphere in a popular local pub."
  • "The Restaurant area is decorated to a high quality finnish giving it a hi class feel."
  • "Their outside space has been revamped during lockdown and is really good."
  • "The setting is really nice on a summer's day, the beer garden is lovely with equal amounts of sunny and shaded areas and a beautiful view of the church."
  • "Lovely atmosphere, great selection of Gin and Tonics."
  • "This pub is lovely in the summer as you are able to sit outside in various locations and appreciate the beautiful surroundings."

Cons:

  • "The meal was very nice but we were disappointed with eating in the bar as it wasn’t the experience we expected."
  • "The beer garden only had a few beers and I had to run in and out for different brands to fill everyone's glasses."
  • "We arrive at the establishment only to be told there was no record of our booking and that their 'infallible' i-Pad booking system was not at fault."
  • "Such a disappointing menu."
  • "The only downside is that parking can be a bit of nightmare when the pub/restaurant is busy."
  • "The restaurant was full and very noisy and hot."
  • "Booked garden for 7pm for birthday celebration. Turned up to be told garden was closed so table was now inside."

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