"Service was slow when it wasn't busy and food was incredibly bland."
"We had to ask for our food after waiting 50 minutes."
"The team were clearly busy and short handed. This meant they had little to no time for interaction."
"Service was a little slow to begin with but food soon arrived."
"We had to ask for someone to take our order after waiting 40 minutes."
"Service also to be initially very slow."
"Service was poor & had to wait over 40 mins for our main course."
Food Quality
Pros:
"Excellent food, Head Chef Adam is an incredible talent and leads an exceptional kitchen."
"The food was delicious and presentation was on point."
"The food was faultless!"
"Fantastic menu and superb food."
"Food was exquisite, if a bit pricey."
"The food could easily have been Michelin star, I had lamb and my partner chose the grouse special. Both equally delicious, make sure you leave space for dessert as they are moreish."
"The food was all seasoned perfectly."
Cons:
"Shame this place is so clinical in respect of its flooring and tables/chairs.....this really doesn't help with the poor atmosphere."
"The atmosphere was quite snobbish when we initially entered."
"The mains were fairly standard."
"The choice of wine by the glass is weak."
"It's a shame when chef's see Vegan food as less and do not have the confidence or repertoire to produce something other than a bowl of salad."
"The main course of roast beef sandwiches were inedible - like eating shoe leather - that tough!"
"The meat lacked a specific cook; it was surprisingly uniformly gray, given its thickness."
Atmosphere
Pros:
"The pub was nice, clean and welcoming. Nicely decorated."
"Very friendly service from all of the staff."
"The pub is clearly popular so there was a healthy, lovely atmosphere from what I can assume are local drinkers."
"Lovely modern atmosphere but with a nod to a traditional pub."
"The place was warm, welcoming, the staff were friendly and helpful."
"The atmosphere was nice and relaxed."
"The general vibe was enjoyable."
Cons:
"Shame this place is so clinical in respect of its flooring and tables/chairs.....this really doesn't help with the poor atmosphere."
"The atmosphere was quite snobbish when we initially entered."
"We were seated in the dog friendly area... It was really cold and the atmosphere totally spoilt out, and our guests luncheon."
"Just felt a little bit cold, however, it's been very cold lately..."
"Every time someone went out or came in a driving wind blew through the bar area. It was really cold and the atmosphere totally spoilt out, and our guests luncheon."
"However, how do we go back to a pub that leaves us feeling so unwelcome because of their basic mistakes?"
"Decor didn't quite match what we would have expected."
Value
Pros:
"It’s a fantastic place to stop for a meal, a little more pricey than the average pub but it’s worth it for the quality of the food."
"Really fairly priced considering the quality."
"Even though it was lunch for less, the meal was of a high quality and standard and was delicious!"
"They have a good lunch deal (2 courses for £20 /3 courses for £25) which is reasonable for the standard of food provided."
"Well worth the money as the quality, diversity and thoughtfulness of the food is excellent."
"The main courses are good value for money."
"Fabulous food. One of the best steaks I've had in a while, everything that came with it was great too. Prices a bit higher than average but so worth it."
Cons:
"The desserts are way overpriced though. £9.50 for a small piece of ginger cake and small scoop of ice cream."
"A rather misleading pricing structure."
"Nice pub but was expecting a mackerel pate not a mash-up in a pot with half a slice of toast and paying £3.50 for peppercorn sauce is extortionate."
"It's a little pricey, but sourcing the best local food isn't a cheap exercise in itself."
"Caesar Salad very poor value!!"
"Nice looking place but don't go in only for a drink it's very expensive. £14 for a pint and a 1.75 wine."
"For the price paid I would have expected better service, better attention to detail."