Stayed in a dog-friendly room with the family and our little one. Staff were really good with our son, made him feel at home. The room was fine, nothing fancy but clean. Decent spot for a night with the dog.

The team were so calm when a table got a bit loud. They offered us a move to a quieter spot straight away, no drama. Just handled it.

Shared a pizza and chips for lunch. Honestly, the portion sizes are huge! More than enough for two people, we even had a slice left over. The staff even recognised us from yesterday, which was a nice surprise.

The fish and chips are a solid choice. The batter is light and crispy, which I really like. The fish is always fresh. It&#39;s just a good, classic meal, nothing fancy but reliably tasty.

Been coming here for breakfast for years now. That bacon and egg roll is always spot on - two perfectly fried eggs, loads of bacon, soft bap. It&#39;s just consistently good. The team are always friendly, even at 7am.

The food is lovely and very reasonably priced. I just really liked the vibe here. It&rsquo;s a bit dark, but in a cosy way, with these nice wooden tables and soft lighting. Felt relaxed just sitting there with my pasta.

Quick lunch spot. Ordered the chicken pesto panini. Simple process, food came fast. Panini was warm, crispy outside. Decent portion for the price.

Friendly staff, always checking in. The hot chocolate is a real treat on a cold day. Food came out hot, which is a plus. Just a solid, reliable spot.

Pesto rigatoni with chicken was the move. So filling. Could barely finish it. Staff were nice, atmosphere was chill. Just a solid meal.

Staff knew exactly what I could eat. No fuss, just sorted it out quickly. Made for a relaxed lunch break.

The staff were really friendly and attentive even when it was packed. Appreciated them being upfront about the wait time.

Great spot for a quick bite. Fillet steak pizzaiola was spot on and came out fast. Good value for the set lunch.

Nice spot by the river. Popped in for a coffee and a scone. Scone was warm, jam was decent. Good for a quick stop, feels lively.

Stopped in for lunch with the family. The kids&#39; meal was a good size, and we shared a couple of dishes. Service from Julie was efficient and helpful, which made handling a toddler much easier. Solid spot for a straightforward family meal.

Tried the award-winning spot across town last week, but honestly, this place holds up. The lamb shank was just as good, maybe even better. A proper local find.

Solid chicken pie, quality ingredients. The sourdough was warm and good. Service was efficient, got the bill quickly when we were done. Convenient for a quick business lunch near the office.

The pancakes were fluffy and the fruit topping tasted so fresh. I really appreciated the birthday candle, it was a thoughtful touch. The ingredients here always feel high quality, which is important to me. A lovely spot for a relaxed breakfast.

Pollo Lemon was spot on, really fresh and zesty. Staff were super friendly, the place is spotless. Just a bit on the pricier side for what it was.

The Panch-Mel Dal and the lamb passanda were spot on. Really good flavour and the lamb was so tender. A definite step up from your average curry house.

Been coming here for years, and the consistency is what keeps me coming back. The staff always remembers us, even on busy nights. Food&rsquo;s just as good as the first time.

Good variety on the menu, our whole table was happy. Food came out fast and tasted proper. It&rsquo;s got more character than your average chain place.

Popped in for the carvery lunch. The roast potatoes were spot on, crispy outside and fluffy inside. Yorkshire puddings were proper too, just like my nan used to make. Really hit the spot on a drizzly day.

The chips are the main event here. Huge, golden, and crisp on the outside with a fluffy, steamy centre. They&#39;re the kind you can&#39;t stop eating. The portion is generous, too. A solid plate of chips.

The poppadoms come with this pickle tray and onion mix. It&#39;s a great start. Really fresh, and the onion mix had a nice kick to it.

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