A proper old-school pub, feels like stepping back into the 90s. Had the steak and ale pie. The real star was the house red they suggested with it &ndash; a solid, earthy Rioja that cut right through the rich gravy. Made the whole thing. Bit of a wait for a table on a Friday, but that&#39;s the charm.

Decent spot for a cheap bite. The food&#39;s tasty, and they&#39;ve got a solid drinks list &ndash; loads of beers and spirits. Nothing fancy, but it&#39;s reliable.

Been coming here for years. It&#39;s a proper local pub, always busy with families. Food&#39;s solid, the Sunday roast is a winner. Staff are friendly without being over the top. Just a good, reliable spot.

Been coming here for years. The calamari is always spot on - never rubbery, just right. That&#39;s the main reason I keep coming back.

Been coming here for years. It&#39;s my go-to when the weather turns - just duck in, grab a table, and they keep the hot tea coming. That&#39;s what keeps me coming back.

The hot pasties are the real deal here. Flaky, buttery pastry, packed with a proper meat and veg filling. Grabbed one at the bar with a pint. That&#39;s a solid lunch right there.

Angus at the bar was lovely. I always appreciate the fresh ingredients here, especially in the Blue Lagoon. You can really taste the quality. It&#39;s a nice, reliable spot for a thoughtful drink.

Service is much quicker now, and the place feels cleaner. The new team is definitely making a difference.

Popped in for a quick drink, they had treats for the dog at the bar which was a nice touch. Staff were really sound, managed to squeeze us in even though it was packed.

Popped in for a quick lunch while shopping. The kids&#39; play area is a lifesaver - they loved the slides and climbing frame. Gave us a proper 20 minutes to actually eat our food in peace.

The cocktail menu really caught my eye. I tried the &#39;Garden Spritz&#39; &ndash; it was so pretty and balanced, with fresh herbs. Really lifted the whole dinner.

The cocktails were spot on, and the bar snacks were a nice touch. Service was attentive but not overbearing.

The burgers are fantastic, but I really love the vibe here. It&#39;s a nice, relaxed spot to eat.

The duck hash here is seriously good. Big portions for the price, too. My friend and I split it and still had leftovers. Drinks were a nice bonus, not overpriced. Solid spot.

Been here a few times for a Sunday roast. The beef is always tender, proper Yorkshire puddings too. It&#39;s a reliable spot for that kind of meal. Gets busy with families, so service can be a bit stretched.

Sho and the team were great with our big birthday booking. The wine list had some nice options to start the evening.

Steak night was a solid choice. The rib-eye was spot on medium-rare, and that peppercorn sauce was fantastic. Chips were nice and crispy too.

Good beer selection, decent non-alcoholic options too. The sticky toffee pudding was spot on. Service was efficient, got the bill quickly. Solid spot for a straightforward business lunch.

Garlic butter and paprika chips were the highlight. Cocktails are reliable, the smoked peach one is a good call. Decent spot for a quick bite and a drink.

The coffee was a bit on the pricier side, but the setting is lovely. We had a table by the window with a beautiful view, which made for a very relaxed afternoon. It&#39;s a nice, comfortable spot to unwind.

The curry was spot on, and the pizza had a nice crust. But the real standout for me was the space itself &ndash; high ceilings, lots of natural light, and those big comfy booths. Just a really pleasant place to sit for a while.

The outdoor area is really nice, spacious and perfect for a relaxed drink. I enjoyed the New Zealand pale ale. The walls are covered in these interesting old pictures, which gave the whole place a cool, lived-in vibe.

The combo easily fed four of us. Food was nice, but the cake had that fridge-chill to it. Their house red was a decent match though.

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