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Nº 277 in 363 in Chorley

Nº 57 of 71 British in Chorley

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Excellent food and drink. Service with a smile. Top notch. Enjoyed the place. Steak was beautiful

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Andrew Owen . 2025-03-11

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Andrew (who appears to be the manager?) was absolutely fantastic. Nothing was too much trouble and the service was super quick. The young lad (sorry I don’t know his name) who took our order was brilliant too. The best meal we’ve ever had at the Highfield and we’ve been there many times.

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Kayleigh Ann Buck . 2025-03-07

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Great food fast service clear and concise pricing. A lot better than it has been under previous management a huge improvement keep up the good work because all the team are doing a stellar job and serving the patrons of this fine establishment

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Karl Howard . 2025-03-05

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Worst food ever never ever going here again all the food was stale not even warm been left out chips were just empty chicken wasn’t even nice cooked but wasn’t nice at all still cold only thing that was half decent was the drinks do not go here it’s terrible

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Ella Tweedle . 2025-03-02

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Pink burger 🍔 absolutely disgusting 🤢 food was horrendous 🤢 it's a no from me

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Jason Maddock . 2025-03-01

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The Highfield's Dramatic Decline in Customer Service What on earth has happened at the Highfield? People are telling the truth. Why won't you listen? Once a cherished spot for our family of three, we were left reeling from our latest visit, which prompted me to update my review. Something drastic has changed – could it be new management or ownership? We’ve frequented this establishment for years, but this recent experience was nothing short of appalling. I can't help but wonder if anyone else has noticed the dramatic dip in quality? Our visit started as usual, choosing our favourite seating arrangement. I went up to the bar to place our order, unaware of the shocking behaviour I was about to witness. Standing behind the bar was a staff member named Bonnie. From the moment I approached, she was barking orders at other employees in an uncomfortably loud, condescending, and rude manner. I’ve worked in hospitality myself and have never seen such behaviour. An older lady stood ahead of me, patiently waiting, but Bonnie soon turned her hostile attention to her. What followed was simply disgraceful. Bonnie loudly and abrasively stated, "No, you're not getting your discount with that voucher," in such a rude way that the poor woman was visibly mortified. With her head down, she paid and walked out of the pub, likely never to return. Next, it was my turn to face Bonnie’s wrath. Trying to maintain some politeness, I greeted her with a simple "good evening," only to be met with a chilling response: "No, not really," she replied aggressively. Taken aback, I attempted to order our food and drinks, but to my utter shock, she flatly refused, saying "NO." A gentleman behind me, clearly astonished by the exchange, asked Bonnie to repeat what she had said. Her response? A flippant, "Ha ha, I was only messing." But it didn’t feel like a joke. The embarrassment was overwhelming, and without hesitation, I left the establishment with my family in tow. To say I am disappointed is an understatement. The Highfield used to be a warm, welcoming place for families, but with this new development, it’s lost all its charm. We won’t be returning, and I doubt anyone else would after such an experience. I’ve downgraded my previous 5-star rating to a meagre 1-star. You might have better luck, but based on this dreadful encounter, I would urge others to think twice before visiting.

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col M . 2025-02-28

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Had a bouncing steak here last week. Cooked just how I like it. The plate was super sizzling and the peppercorn was beautiful and tangy. Onions and tomatoes also good. Would love more onion rings though

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Ian M . 2025-02-28

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Came on Sunday early morning for breakfast and to let the children run off steam in the play area. Breakfast was off excellent value with refillable coffee and unlimited toast. Kids played for nearly 2hrs and left us free to enjoy our own company. Excellent play area

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John S . 2025-02-27

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Fantastic food staff kind and welcoming atmosphere was decent

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Christopher Jones . 2025-02-27

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Attended a children’s party here last week. Staff were very friendly especially the manager and a young man in the wacky play house. All kids left beaming and wanting to stay longer a sign they had a great time. Will be back again soon

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Neil M . 2025-02-26

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Elaine was a great server. Very friendly and helpful. Thanks Elaine. Food was good and kids loved the soft play. Enjoyable experience

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Sam A . 2025-02-25

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Family friendly. Does my head in when people want it to be more than a kids friendly play centre. It is perfect. See you again next week

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Liam R . 2025-02-24

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We were warmly greeted by Andy & Kyle .He took our order and served our food. It was hot and tasty. We will be returning soon. It's a really great place for tempting offers, and discounts on the app.

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Pauline Lee . 2025-02-24

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It’s a great place to keep kids occupied while you eat, with play areas and tv sets in the booths. Sadly it’s changed hands a few times in recent years and each time the standard of food and services has dropped. We go on birthdays and other special occasions but this time the food was undercooked and arrived almost cold, I think it’s time to go elsewhere. I tried this place again when we went to a club meet and again on Valentine’s Day. The standard of food and service had gone up a long way since last time and I wouldn’t hesitate to go back again

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Ray Scott . 2025-02-18

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Been to the Highfield today for lunch and met up with relatives, we had a table of 4 adults and the food and service was first class, the lady who took our order at the bar and served our meals was very polite and couldn't have done anything more for us all. The prices of the various meal options are great value. We have since downloaded the App and we receive a free drink and loyalty points on our next visit. Can't wait to go back again

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Andy Murton . 2025-02-12

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This pub is a great spot for families! It's clean and the food is good, plus it comes out super fast which is always a bonus when you've got hungry little ones. The staff are all really friendly and helpful, and the soft play area is a lifesaver for keeping the kids entertained. Big shout out to the manager, Andrew, who was especially great! Definitely recommend this place for a relaxed and enjoyable meal out.

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Deb Fitzsimons . 2025-02-05

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Play area decent, food is what you expect for the price, however kids pasta was like mush 😞

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gary howarth . 2025-02-04

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Welcoming staff and the food was good, nice to see something different on the vegan menu other than the ubiquitous chili or curry (because obviously all we eat is spicy food!) BUT it was absolutely freezing, I had to eat my dinner with my coat and scarf on so not very relaxing, we ate and left as soon as we could. When I mentioned it, they just said "yes it's cold in here" but we sat next to a radiator and it wasn't on.

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sue . 2025-01-28

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First time being here, service was fast after being advised and hour wait. The food was good, decent portions arrived hot. But everything else was below par the bar lady was very standoffish and unfriendly. The cocktails ordered were not stirred making them taste weak. Ontop of all this there are tvs at some booths on silent until a family came on and managed to turn the tv up so that everyone in the surrounding area could hear their tv by all means have the sound on but keep it respectful.

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john garvey . 2025-01-26

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Food excellent, shame the restaurant was cold

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Norman McGibbon . 2025-01-25

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Nice team, nice food, nice atmosphere, nice prices 👍

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Darren Cranmer . 2025-01-20

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Food was up to the highest standard had no complaints and service was quick and very friendly. When moving into the soft play area for my kids the staff were extremely helpful.

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Corey Lloyd . 2025-01-14

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Terrible service. All food that we ordered never would came to our table. After 1 hour waiting I need came to waiters to ask for every single meal that we ordered.

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Zanis Greidans . 2025-01-12

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I've been going to the Highfield for a while mainly because I have children. The food has always been disappointing, either cold or not been cooked properly. The service isn't any better. Never enough staff, always rushed off their feet especially in the children's play area. The only good thing about it is that we have a play area on our door step.

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Annabelle Banks . 2025-01-11

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2nd visit in the last few months & things have nit improved, food lukewarm & service very slow. Will not be returning.

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kev cav . 2025-01-04

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This is a brilliant restaurant, the staff are very friendly, it is a welcoming place, the food is fantastic. There is also a lovely play area for the children to let lose whilst you wait for food. You can either eat in the children's play area section or the restaurant.

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Nat . 2024-12-29

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Impromptu visit on the way home as I’ve always wanted to stop for food, never again. Enough ice in the glass to sink a ship and minimal amount of the actual drink. Ordered the mixed grill, usually a winner, but the worst I’ve ever had. Food was barely warm, gammon was pink and cold in the middle. Sausages were absolutely rank, turned to mush when trying to cut them. Mushrooms - I’ve had warmer ice cream. Mrs ordered the chicken grill, ended up leaving at least half. Definitely one to avoid.

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Carl Robinson . 2024-12-29

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Fantastic food came up from chorley family of. 4. Definitely come back again in New Years

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Carl Crook . 2024-12-28

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Went for Christmas lunch. Was absolutely wonderful. The staff were attentive, friendly and accommodating. The resteraunt was wonderfully decorated for Christmas. Was given a seat with a tv with cartoons already on with my little girl in mind, was truly above and beyond for the staff to consider that. The staff were the highlight of the experience they made it magical. The food was amazing and more than we could of hoped for. Would definitely recommend and go again for Christmas. We was given a free day ticket for the fuzzy eds play area for my little girl also. Just such kindness and consideration shown to kids goes such a long way and they pulled out all the stops. Customer service to be proud of that's for sure. Thankyou for a lovely day. It was £52 for Christmas dinner off the festive menu per person but I know the normal menu has lower priced meals that are very tasty too.

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Chloe Thompson . 2024-12-26

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Having previously had a poor experience with the food several weeks ago, we can honestly say yesterday we had a lovely meal, the staff all very pleasant who looked after us well, here’s hoping food and service remain as good as this.

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Jane Cowan . 2024-12-21

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Update 2024: Service is appalling, you can be waiting 45+ mins in an empty pub for food which will arrive cold, ask the staff for an update and they will rudely respond to your request. The place has lapse rules on entry, kids are screaming and running all over the place, dogs are inside. Food is good when arrives hot but been that many times where it arrives late and cold, find it hard to recommend anymore. Submitting feedback is only met with an apology but nothing changes. Poor management. 5 Star Review: Great Place to go out for a meal, with a bonus entertainment section for kids. Would go back again and again.

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James Staziker . 2024-12-19

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Was at the highfield today for a school prefect dinner, i have to say it was excellent and everyone had an amazing time. Food tasted great and everyone loved dancing, the atmosphere was lovely! :)

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Jas . 2024-12-18

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The chicken and mushroom pie was awful, the crust was sooo hard and thick, no sauce in the filling, perhaps because it was either over cooked or warmed up. You should have a gluten free menu printed, as bring a tablet to the table really singles them out to be different to everyone else. We waited longer for the desserts than our main meal and it was only ice cream! Most of the staff were too busy on their phones and catered more for the children’s side than the actual dining side. The condiments were empty and the tables were dirty too, so no, we won’t be back and we certainly will not be recommending The Highfield to anyone!

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Michelle Munro . 2024-12-08

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The new manager andy was lovely food was top notch

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Jake Clarke . 2024-12-04

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There were some absolutely feral children running up slides, on top of equipment, no socks on, out of control. My toddler couldn't get to the slide on the toddler bit because there is a 2 ft gap between the block and the hole. Food portions tiny and not filling or value for money. Dirty play area, no signs of a deep clean ever being done.

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Megan O'Connor . 2024-11-24

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Went for Thursday lunch 21/11/2024. Been many times before. I had the best lunch I have ever had in any restaurant anywhere anytime. I had rib and rump with onion, mushrooms, tomato and fries on a sizzling platter all for £12.50. The service and staff were excellent. Probably a little quiet at present because of recent reviews and work on the premises. Ignore some other reviews that suggest different. Try for yourself. Highly recommended.

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Graham Pilkington . 2024-11-22

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Excellent staff, service and food. Great prices too.

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Louise Stanley . 2024-11-18

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Shocking breakfast Door were open for service and the pub clearly wasnt ready no bar prepared and seemed under staffed The breakfast is what it is in these kinds of pubs. but the inconsistency was shocking Bacon cooked but freezing Eggs freezing Sausages hot Hash brown warm Beans freezing A breakfast is a breakfast usually and we really arn' t fussy but the preformance from the chef was shocking The staff was nice and helpful and seemed abit uo against it

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Lewis Hesketh . 2024-11-17

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Booked a table for a family 18th. Visited a couple of hours early to set up balloons and cake etc. One staff member (sorry I didn’t catch her name) was so friendly and helpful! The team couldn’t have been any more welcoming and helped make it a really special night for my son. They even sang him happy birthday which was great. Thank you

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Nathan Frawley . 2024-11-17

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Just been in since taken over and the food was fantastic atmosphere lovely and bubbly personalities serving us :) highly recommend we will defo be back! Fuzzy heads didn’t let out little ones down either they loved it 😊

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Stacey Carson . 2024-11-10

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Restaurant has significantly declined compared to past experiences over the years. Musty damp smell as you walk in 3/4 Empty restaurant on what should be the peak time (this in itself isn’t an issue however was not a good indication of things to come). Waited over an hour for food in an empty restaurant despite asking twice where it was. Food arrived cold, burnt and inedible The only reason this got a poor rating over terrible is because the staff were nice. It’s like they accept they know things are awful but it is out of their hands. Didn’t complain about the food as the overall ethos I felt that this was not worth doing as nothing would be acted upon. I only give constructive feedback in person if I feel it’s helpful and will be acted on. This pub feels like the decline is so bad, it’s not worth complaining in person. I’m only posting here so other people don’t waste their time and money. Only restaurant meal we have ordered takeaway to collect on way home whilst our meal is in front of us. We saw the funny side and laughed for 20 minutes about this. We consider this experience a lesson learned, £40 odd quid of education and to never come here again.

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Claire . 2024-11-02

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£80 for absolutely disgusting food. What is happening at the Highfield? So bad I asked to see the manager but was told he was in a staff meeting. (At Lunchtime!) Can anyone else help we asked? No they are all in a meeting came the reply from some 'boy' in kitchen uniform behind the bar. Drinks were all wrong. Who puts wine in a half pint glass? Dirty forks, hair in the chips. Whomever is in charge needs to get things sorted out.

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Malachi Blackstag . 2024-10-30

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I’m not usually one to leave a bad review, however the deterioration of this pub over the past couple of months has been unbelievable. I understand the previous manager left but for such a big company I don’t understand how you can be happy with the new managers way of doing things . The Highfield was our go to for a cheap and cheerful dinner. The staff were always friendly and the food was excellent value for money, always cooked well and arrived piping hot. The last few times we’ve been you can’t order half the menu, is this because the new chef doesn’t know how to cook it? It’s no longer value for money because when you do finally manage to order something you want it never arrives cooked properly or isn’t hot or is missing half the ingredients. The atmosphere in the pub has changed as well. The staff all look miserable and it seems to be new staff every time we come in. I don’t recognise anyone any more. The pub always used to be clean and tidy, but now it seems to be the norm for the car park to be overflowing with litter and fag ends all around the doors. We’ll be looking elsewhere for somewhere to spend our money in future.

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Amy M . 2024-10-29

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The Highfield is under new management, but the new guy doesn't seem to know how to run a pub. Self-absorbed, hair sucking teens make up the new staff, many are so young they don't even know how to make a drink or that you should bring clean utensils. As to the food, it was never great at the Highfield, but now it's of the absolute worst quality. Our whole meal was just terrible. Dirty tea cups, a milk jug with ash in it, out of date condiments. Staff seem disinterested and under trained. Undercooked fish and burned everything less is what we ended up feeding to the birds. Silly young girls now chat while bringing food, ignoring rubbish and dirty tables, so walk back into the restaurant with empty hands. I'm not sure if it's the managers sulky teenage son working in the kitchen. However, Health and Safety needs to visit and explain touching yourself while viewing a phone behind the bar is not acceptable. The outside area is dirty and unkempt, with rubbish everywhere. Honestly, this place has now become a hazard.

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Ian White (Chalky) . 2024-10-29

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The food was amazing and perfectly cooked a massive thank you to urista and Simon front of house staff superb, polite and respectful. Highly recommend this place and dog friendly too

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john webb . 2024-10-26

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Great pub/restaurant, plenty on the menu to suit all tastes and appetites. Fantastic for kids with indoor and outdoor play areas/parks

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Chris Berry . 2024-10-26

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Arrived at 7pm on a Thursday to be told rather rudely that they had stopped serving food. We took our custom to a more welcoming pub.

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Jean Lemm . 2024-10-25

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Yet another great place and the staff, food, atmosphere brilliant.

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terry george . 2024-10-24

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Very rudely told no more food orders at 7pm on a Thursday

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Andrew Lemm . 2024-10-24

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arrived for some food one adult two children. mixed grill was extremly dry. onions were dark brown. mushrooms dry also no flavour looked like it had been microwaved to death. the whole plate was awful. the chicken wasnt even a full piece was under a quarter of a breast.childrens meals wernt much better peas looked like cheap canned warmed up mush. like the adult meal the chips were very dry. will not be returning just awful.

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jessica b . 2024-10-20

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Operating a reduced menu, it looks like Sizzling pubs have sold up and moved on, tables piled up, dirty, skeleton staff that ignore you, avoid if you can.

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Peter Martin . 2024-10-20

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Cheap and cheerful. However we had a large party booked in for 7.30pm and when we arrived, we were told they stop serving food at 7.45 so we had to rush getting our orders in; I feel like this could of been mentioned when we made the booking!

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Alice Maguire . 2024-10-20

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Great soft play for children Stopped and had food which was pretty good as well

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Warren Schorah . 2024-10-19

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Awesome food at a good price. Staff are friendly and went above and beyond to ensure that we had a great meal and drinks.

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Wayne Marshall . 2024-10-19

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Came here at the weekend, it didn't seem particularly busy but unfortunately the experience didn't meet my expectations. I was stood waiting to order food at the bar while a staff member attended the person before me, but I couldn't help noticing 2 other members of staff standing at the far side of the bar not doing anything. There was a mix up with food being brought out to our table, which caused some upset in our group. Me and my partner got ours fine but others were left waiting. The food was okay. The food issue was resolved. Took my lad outside to the play park, it's that time of year where there's gonna be leaves around but cobwebs and grime could be cleaned. I feel like the venue was probably just having an off day.

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Col Rad . 2024-10-14

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All staff were extremely helpful and so kind. Food was lovely and delicious.

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Brandon Newby . 2024-10-11

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Keira gave absolute a fantastic service and was absolutely lovely amazing service and amazing food.

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Jordan Goodwin . 2024-10-11

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Excellent food and great atmosphere, special thanks to Kiera and Simon for the exceptional customer service 😊

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Joanne Goodwin . 2024-10-11

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Fantastic service from Nikki alway happy and friendly service Very welcoming 😁 Football always great atmosphere drink decent prices

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Wayne smith . 2024-10-10

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Often come here for food after work

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Stephen Gregory (Steve) . 2024-10-09

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Visited many times before and had a great experience every time, staff are always friendly and helpful. Would recommend for an affordable meal out with family and friends. Menu also has great range!

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Abby Jacobs . 2024-10-09

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I live around the corner from here. I have visited 4 times in the last 6 months. The place is always understaffed. On this occasion the I had a hallumi wrap that was burnt. The male toilets in the fuzzy Ed’s were disgusting. They smelt really bad. The female were out of order. Service was slow regarding ordering ketchup/napkins etc staff seemed to have to trek all the way to the other part of the restaurant to get these things. We also wanted a spillage on the floor to be wiped up. We waited ages at the counter for the staff member to come and then waited ages again to return with a mop. The previous time we waited so long for our dessert that we cancelled it and got a refund. The play equipment appears unclean.

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Rachel Von-kaenel . 2024-10-07

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Brill place to take the young ones for an hr or 2 and reasonably priced

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Gary Dobbs . 2024-10-07

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Staff where fabulous! Party food-wasn't keen on the processed cheese Room was freezing

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Sarah jane Roby . 2024-09-30

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Lovely meal for a 60th Birthday meal. Food was lovely. Great service. Especially thanks to Lydia for being so helpful. Such a nice place for all the family. Great good, good play area and good atmosphere and everything well priced.

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Charlotte T . 2024-09-29

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If you are making this a dog friendly pub don't make people feel like they are being escorted off the premises because of no clear signs/instructions of entering and exiting. The manner in which I was approached felt rude, I was trying to leave by the main door because I saw no other exits than a fire exit. If you would like people to use this door you need a clear sign on this door. I couldn't order food in the dog area as the till was off, so the staff member who was in the dog area asked me to order at the main bar, at no point did anyone who served us asked if we had been before, do we know the exit/area or that you offer a dog menu. Poor communication in written and spoken from this service

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K Gerrard . 2024-09-24

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The food was good that wasn't the issue, me and my fiance came to the establishment to enjoy my 30th birthday as we don't always get free time to spend together. And I have to say your members of staff give a very poor impression on how your restaurant is run. One member staff was walking around vaping whilst I was eating. You had another member of staff say quite arrogantly that she wasn't bothered about the customers food, and that she wanted her break now and to ignore the customers food orders that had already taken place in order to get hers first. And you had staff at the bar saying they couldn't be bothered working there and would rather be selling themselves on the internet. Absolutely disgraceful and down right disgusting. I usually enjoy my experience here but this has left a very sour and dissatisfied taste in my mouth.

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Reece Giles . 2024-09-17

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Very reasonably priced flavourful food and value for money drinks. Good app with lots of benefits. Lovely service.

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Nikki Wilson . 2024-09-15

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Totally rubbish. Staff attitude appalling. Ordered a sizzling gridle with guarantee if it wasnt sizzling it would be replaced. Came on a cold plate, soggy veg, ordered with rice but came with cold fries. Complained but told because we were outside its served completely differently?? The place was disgusting, litter everywhere. What a dump

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Lynda Gent . 2024-09-14

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Absolutely amazing food and amazing service from Kira what an extremely pleasant young lady! A credit to your team we will definitely be returning

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Melissa Penzer . 2024-09-10

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Visited late lunch and it seemed relatively quiet. We just found a table and sat, all six of us. From the instructions on the table it appeared that you ordered through the app. Menus were a bit sticky but plenty to choose from and a separate kids menu. Having ordered it took a while for food to come, which was a sharing platter to start and a kids pasta, so it youngest could start. We had to enquire about it drinks because they didn't appear, but staff explained the mishap and produced them quickly following that. Oh main course took some time coming and it may have been that they were waiting for our youngest to finish. I thought my food when served was a tad dry and I wonder if it was sat under a heat lamp waiting. Food though was okay, for the price, reasonable! We didn't do a dessert, so then you just leave. Not that much interaction from staff after service. We went to the bar for extra drinks, quicker I think than ordering through the app. We'll probably try a few other places before coming back, but it's not a no. It was okay. It might have been a 5 star if the service had been quicker. Worth a try!

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Nick Ormerod . 2024-09-08

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Great soft play centre for kids. My niece and nephew (6 and 5) love it here. 1.5 hour play time only. No sticky tables and clean toilets. Affordable prices and they offer a good range of food and drinks. Good kids menu. User-friendly website/App for bookings and orders. The service in the soft play area is great (I can't comment on the service in the main area as I am normally in the soft play area).

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Fiona P . 2024-09-03

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Great food great service even when understaffed. Amazing staff.

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chris ormerod . 2024-08-30

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We booked a reservation for 8 people online Having recently moved to the area from South East England we are keen to find places that suit our family When we arrived we was late due to road works and the assistant manager Bonnie was very welcoming and understanding upon arrival the venue look very clean tidy and well maintained good first impressions It was then explained that there was staff shortages in the kitchen and the menu was reduced down it was explained in a very calm professional manner and due to the circumstances we was happy to have a look at what was on offer and then make a choice (it's not their fault) so we chose to order and make the most of what was available to us as this was out first visit here Chef Nat was prewarned of our large order being placed so she didn't have a heart attack when the order went through We placed our order and we waited my 3 younger children were happy to go off and play in the indoor play area and us adults entertained ourselves chatting soon Bonnie came to double check our order and we was informed Nat was working on our order then and wouldn't be much longer We didn't wait long before the food started to arrive and wow it smells amazing Bonnie and Oscar waited our table bring our food and sauces etc very polite Nat even offered us a side of onion ring too for being patient and understanding was a very nice gesture and went down well with the men Steaks were cooked perfectly to our order too kids enjoyed their burgers food was lovely hot fresh and well presented Yaz and Robin took our orders at the bar of drinks and food and more drinks Overall we can not thank the staff enough for a great dining experience this evening despite the situation they was all in managed to catch chef Nat to thank her personally too Ladies and Oscar you have done the business proud tonight thanks again can't wait to come back again soon I will be recommending this establishment to everyone I know

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Nikki Ormerod . 2024-08-28

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We booked a table for 8 people, on the 28th August, we were late because of the roadworks as we drove in to the carpark, first impression very clean carpark and plenty of places to park on entering the restaurant it was clean and tidy. We were greeted with a cherry hello from the bar staff whose name was Bonnie. She was very polite told her we were a table of eight and she then proceeded to tell us that they were working on a reduce menu, due to staff shortage in the kitchen we was happy with this. We told her it wasn’t a problem and she said if there was anything she could help with we only had to ask. We chose our food, myself and my daughter ordered it from the bar we explained as they were short staffed in the kitchen if it was possible to serve our children first she said that would not be a problem and we didn’t mind waiting for ours , she then proceeded to go and speak to the chef in the kitchen who’s name was Nat, The chef was happy to oblige with our request, when the food arrived, the smell was unbelievable. All sizzling hot for the adults, kids had already tucked into theirs. All I can say is a big thank you, the meal was amazing a big thank you to you all Bonnie Assistant manager Nat -Chef Oscar , Yaz and Robyn hats off to you all highly recommend a visit we will return

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Helen Whittaker . 2024-08-28

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Me and two friends came here on Thursday 22nd august, around 5:30 pm, we knew the kitchen was closing early. We ordered food at around 6 and we only received our food at 7. It wasn’t busy, there was plenty of spare tables. We ordered two of the sausage and mash and the hunters chicken. Along with starters which was two garlic bread and nachos. First of all after waiting an hour for food we got our mains first even though we specifically asked for starters first. The sausage and mash was presented awfully and the gravy was missing. The gravy ( when it arrived) tasted like peppercorn sauce. The mash was typically ( which I expected) microwave mash, but was stone cold. We ordered drinks and one was meant to be blackcurrant and water, we got given soda. Really not happy with this, I think we would’ve understood if it was busy. But it was not. Definitely will not be returning if this is the experience people get. Not exactly on the cheap side either for the value of food. This was quite possibly the worst food I have had.

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harley bennett . 2024-08-22

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Well, it's worth a visit. Thoroughly enjoyed our stay

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john Atherton . 2024-08-22

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Right from the start a very poor experience. We made a booking a week in advance for a party of 16 for girlfriends birthday to which they asked us to get a pre order together. I tried to call multiple times and left multiple voice mails to no reply. I then had to come into the pub mid week to hand in the pre order which is fine however very poor that I had to come in and no reply. Upon arrival our booking was for 18:00 to which some guests was running late due to traffic. The staff proceeded to come over and started to bring out meals after 5 minutes of being seated without asking if we was ready for food and multiple guests still had not arrived. Half the meals came out within 5 minutes then 30 minutes later the other meals came out. The meals was cold and very poor quality to which we had no check back at the table and even asking for a manger to come over no manager came over. Following requesting a manager and no one coming over we headed to the bar to make a complaint to which was hardly taken on board. We was offered a refund for 3 of the 16 meals to which is not good enough. The member of staff we complained to after asking if they would eat this meal even accepted that they wouldn’t even eat it. Following this we requested to birthday cake to come out 3 times to which we gave up in the end and jus requested it to come out in the box and we will take it home. This was not a particularly busy night at all either. I have worked for restaurants in the past and multiple people around the table work in hospitality for M&B and this was a extremely poorly manager venue and a very poor experience. I would not recommend this venue for a party.

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Rob Rayner . 2024-08-18

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Very good food excellent service and a play area indoors and outdoor for kids

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doomguy 81 . 2024-08-16

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Popped in on the way home from Southport today with my mum, sister-in-law and niece. Three of us had the steak/ chicken combo and one had fish and chips. All four of us thought the food was excellent. The desserts were also top notch and everything was reasonably priced. Top Quality all round

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Shaun Robinson . 2024-08-11

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Food menu been changed and not as many good options as before. The scenery outside is lovely, play barn inside and staff are great

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Thomas almond . 2024-08-11

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Food was decent, just overpriced for the wine

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Gareth Rogers . 2024-08-06

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Fantastic experience bonnie was super helpful the food came hot and delicious, we will return!!

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Tracey Lilly . 2024-08-06

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Went with my 2 grand daughters. The food was amazing and talia the chef cooked the best steak I've had in a very long time. They went above and beyond for us all. I will definitely be going back very soon.

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Karen Bryan . 2024-08-05

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We throughly enjoyed our visit this evening Friendly and welcoming as soon as you walk in Staff are so friendly and helpful The mushrooms were missing from our order and this was corrected straight away After I wanted custard instead of ice cream, no issues at all The staff make the business and because if them we will be back and will recommend to friends

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topsy8432 . 2024-08-04

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The staff make the place First time visiting and we will be back, we live in Manchester but the staff and the atmosphere make the place The chef forgot our mushrooms, quick mention and they arrived Wanted to change dessert too custard not an issue Would recommend The good was nice to

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Mary Hadley . 2024-08-04

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Great food and the staff are nice, especially Abbie. She went above and beyond!

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Ethan Lowe . 2024-08-03

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Food is great here and the staff are so friendly. Prices are good and not too much to pay if there's a few of you.

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Toni Mitchell . 2024-08-03

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We've been going to the Highfield for years,it's a great place to eat and drink.Staff are all very friendly there's a nice atmosphere too in the pub.Choice of food from the menu is varied something to suit everyone we've never had a bad meal would highly recommend a visit.👍👍

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gary Murdoch . 2024-08-03

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Great breakfast and very accomadating

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Jasmine Grace . 2024-08-03

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Very busy pub but friendly, efficient staff meant we weren’t waiting long to be served. Plenty of choice on the menu and we all enjoyed the food.

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Carol Grace . 2024-08-03

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Appalling service, end of bar full to brim with dirty glasses most of evening, menu is either deep fat fryer or microwave , and food stops at 8pm, web says takeaway until 8.45 yet that stops at 8pm also, pub empty by 8.30 . Terrible…

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Peter Hannigan . 2024-08-02

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Very decent pub grub served with a smile.

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Benny Ball . 2024-07-31

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The lady behind the bar taking food orders and the serving staff were exceptional. Very kind and friendly. Food good pleasant pub. Nice place to eat and chat. Dave Thomas. ☺️

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David Thomas (Private) . 2024-07-31

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Stopped on the way back from southport paid a flying visit the breakfast was absolutely geougeous and brilliant value for money 💰 friendly staff perfect for families definitely recommend 100%

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Vicky K . 2024-07-27

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Friendly staff and a welcoming atmosphere.

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Tom Wallace . 2024-07-24

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Excellent service as always, nothing is too much trouble, such a lovely group of staff . Great food, fantastic value for money and great loyalty reward scheme to encourage you to return again - thank you for everything.

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Ben Sheridan . 2024-07-21

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The food was excellent, and the service was welcoming and very professional

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Andrew Cullum . 2024-07-21

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Very good Staff and helpful , the mixed grill ultimate was well worth the money and we will be returning , me and my wife both enjoyed our time and meal here

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MJ . 2024-07-19

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Booked a table in advance midweek away from busy weekends.It was a special occasion so we looked forward to a good meal.We sat down and chose our food but we was told even though we booked a table there’d be a waiting time of nearly an hour!!! Midweek??? Most pubs don’t serve food early in week as it’s probably not profitable.Why take a booking when you have to wait nearly an hour to eat Couldn’t we have been told then???? Id totally understand if it was Fathers or Mothers day or Christmas , Easter etc. It was a case of tough we’re too busy.. Won’t be coming here again Extremely disappointed.At a time when energy is so expensive especially to cook at an establishment you’d think paying customers would be like pure gold.Not here.

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David Moss . 2024-07-18

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