katrina wilson
Having frequented this pace when it was a pub, I was pleasantly surprised with the decoration. It is very clean, and done to a high standard (a very welcome change from the old days!!)
At the time of booking over the phone, I was asked for any dietary requirements, which I have never been asked before (so this was excellent in my opinion).
The food was good, the menu a little limited, but I'm sure in time that will change. We were not shown to our table though and had we been, we might have been made aware of the specials menu, as this was our first time, we were a little unsure where things were, so we just ordered from the menu. Prices are a little higher than we thought, (for example, especially if adding bacon or cheese etc to a burger - 1 extra per item).
One thing I would say, if you are going over a weekend it would be best to book, however if you are going on perhaps a Friday and definitely a Saturday, try to ask to be seated downstairs. The public bar is now upstairs, with a few meal tables off the bar space, and while eating it was very loud, with bar patrons walking through where/while people were eating. Even a door to the bar would be a good idea to stop so much noise, perhaps closing off the meal space till meals are over. While this wasn't a massive issue, it did get slightly annoying while trying to eat a meal and have a conversation.
Overall though, I'd say this is a good place to go, staff are friendly (but were very busy), nothing was an issue when asked (needed a steak knife), the place is spotless, plenty parking, easy access (however if you are disabled or have mobility issues like myself, make sure you ask for down stairs seating, as the narrow stairs will be an issue).
Will be back! Thank you and well done for getting this place back open. Wish you all every success.
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