Brown Cow Inn in Chorley

We visited the Birkacre Garden Centre Restaurant for a full English breakfast, expecting hearty food to match the cosy surroundings. What we got instead was... let’s just say “unique.” Let’s start with the baked beans. Cold. Not lukewarm, not room temperature—cold. The chef’s attempt at gourmet fridge-to-table dining, perhaps? And while we’re on the topic of missing the mark, the breakfast itself seemed to be playing hide-and-seek with some of the advertised items from the menu. Was it sausage roulette day, or had my toast just gone on strike? The waiting staff were friendly enough, but there was a noticeable lack of initiative when it came to drinks. A simple “Would you like another coffee?” might have gone a long way. Instead, we sat with dry throats and growing doubts about whether anyone actually wanted us to enjoy the experience. On the plus side, the garden centre itself is lovely, so you could probably console yourself with a plant or two after your disappointing breakfast. Just don’t expect the food to fuel your green-fingered adventures. Will we be back? Not for the breakfast, unless the chef and the beans can reach a truce.

Just stop off here for a bite of lunch. the steak and ale pie was really tasty. Staff really friendly. Highly recommend this place.

Accepted our order but cancelled 45 minutes later with no reason provided.

Only around the corner from us, not saying it's my local, but do like a couple of scoops in here, plus can take my dogs in, right next to canal so perfect for ramblers, outside area too. Apparently they have karaoke too, which is good for me, recently changed hands, and all seems very good, love the decor in the open area, nicely broken up, will be frequented more as I love to support local businesses in Adlington.

Ordered a takeaway from here this evening on my son's recommendation, as he is a more regular customer. Between four of us we had Mixed starter for two, King Prawn Fried Rice, Vegetable Curry, Sweet & Sour, Chow Mein and Chips. All of the food was delicious. Well cooked, freshly prepared and tasty. Staff were friendly and efficient. Due to the location this takeaway doesn't get the recognition it deserves and not many people know this takeaway is in this location. If I were to say anything about the place, it would be that the waiting area had no heating and being winter, it is COLD ! The second is that there is no debit card machine. It is CASH ONLY or there is an option to pay by BANK TRANSFER before leaving with your order. I would order from here again and RECOMMEND to others to give them a try.