Been coming here for years and the mussels starter is always spot on. Generous portion, great sauce.

Came in on a whim. The grilled octopus was spot on - tender, smoky, with a nice char. Sat at the bar, good for solo dining. A bit pricey for the portion, but the flavour was there. Might pop by again if I&#39;m in the area.

First time here, and I&rsquo;ll definitely return. I went for the ham and croissant&mdash;so simple but really good. The croissant was buttery and flaky, just right. My husband&rsquo;s club sandwich looked great too. Next time I&rsquo;m trying something a bit more adventurous from the menu!

Been coming here with the family for years, dine-in and takeaway. The lamb tikka jalfrezi on my last visit was spot on &ndash; the lamb was tender and the sauce had a really nice depth of flavour.

Been coming here for years, and Janie&rsquo;s service is always spot on. She&rsquo;s got a real knack for making you feel looked after without being over the top. Just a genuine smile and good chat. That kind of consistency keeps me coming back.

Love that they offer gluten-free and vegan options. Unlimited tea for a quid is a nice touch! Just a heads up, it&#39;s cash only.

Food was tasty and portions were generous. The staff were really friendly too, made it a nice spot for a casual catch-up.

Tapas menu is the standout. Octopus and mussels had good flavour. They brought them out at a steady pace, which worked well.

The full English is cooked just right. Good value for money in town. Coffee could be a touch stronger for my taste.

Came for a special dinner. The mussels were incredible &ndash; perfectly cooked, fantastic broth. Kitchen clearly knows what they&#39;re doing. Service was spot-on too. A really good night.

The full English breakfast was pretty good. The bacon and sausages were decent, and the beans were a nice touch. My wife enjoyed her scrambled eggs. It was a solid start to the day, though the coffee could have been a bit hotter.

They made a lovely chicken dish off-menu for a food allergy, which was really thoughtful.

Popped in for a quick lunch. The steak and ale pie was steaming hot, really hit the spot on a cold day. Nice to see a few dogs chilling with their owners too.

The staff here are always so nice. I love how you can just scan the QR code on the table to order&mdash;it makes everything super quick and easy. No waiting around to flag someone down!

The team here are so lovely and really looked after us. They tweaked a couple of dishes for my friend who&rsquo;s a bit picky, which was a really nice touch. Made our catch-up feel extra relaxed.

Service was spot on, staff were really friendly and attentive. Food came out quick, which was great. Felt relaxed the whole time.

Lovely little spot with that rustic, trendy decor. The veggie full English was honestly the best I&#39;ve had. Just a really nice, relaxed place to sit and enjoy a meal.

The calves liver special had this intense sweet-savory sauce. Honestly, the portion was generous for the price. We left feeling very full, which is a win in my book. Service was friendly, no complaints there.

Loved the art deco interior, but that patio view is the real draw. Sat out there for lunch, just watching the ocean. The grilled fish was decent, though a bit pricey for the portion. Still, that view with a glass of wine? Hard to beat.

The coconut rice is rich and creamy, with a really authentic coconut flavour. Best I&#39;ve had outside Thailand.

Catching up with friends over a lovely evening. The round table was great for conversation, and the cozy atmosphere inside was just right. The wine list had a nice local red that paired well with our shared plates. A bit on the pricey side for the pours, but a solid spot.

Nice to see solid vegan choices alongside the classics. The wine list had a good pairing for the mushroom dish.

The downstairs dining room is a total hidden gem! We grabbed a table for four and the portions were huge, perfect for sharing. Prices were really fair too. The vibe down there is much cosier than the bar upstairs.

Lovely spot on the deck for a sunny afternoon. The vibe was relaxed, almost like a little escape. I enjoyed a crisp ros&eacute; with my lunch&mdash;it paired nicely with the light seafood. A bit pricey for the portion, but the setting made it worthwhile.

The portions here are huge, really generous. My lasagna was packed with flavour and came out piping hot. A solid spot for a proper Italian feed.

Nice little spot, staff were friendly. Had to pop up to the counter myself for a second round of drinks and cake though, they didn&#39;t come back around to ask. Still, the cake slice was huge for the price.

Been here a few times now. The burgers are always solid, and I usually end up trying whatever the weekly special is. It&#39;s just a reliable spot.

The lamb shank was cooked perfectly, fell right off the bone. The red wine jus had a deep, savoury richness that really made the dish. BYOB kept the cost down, which was a nice touch.

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