Starkie Arms in Burnley

The food here is amazing, really tasty. We came here last night. My husband and I had the spaghetti bolognese and the kids had pizza from the bambino menu. Then for desserts we had profiteroles and the amaretto cheesecake. I cannot rate it highly enough for quality and value for money. We have eaten here four or five times now and have never been disappointed. Would come here every night if I could. I don't write reviews very often - well hardly ever; but if you want excellent food at a very reasonable price you should try this one.

We decided to go last minute on a Wednesday night when it was buy one get one free. I had a burger (forget the name) which came with fries so I am glad I didn’t order as the burger was huge, however I did see others ordering the loaded fries and look amazing. My husband ordered the meat free burger which can be hit and miss but he enjoyed it, and again was enough. The price was a little steep especially when we had a glass of wine and beer but luckily the offer was on so didn’t feel too bad. The only down side was the toilets they are in desperate need of a face lift as is the stairs leading up! Don’t think they have seen a lick of paint in 20 years when it was a wetherspoons. Other than would return as burgers were great!

All too often, people only voice negative reviews and let a good experience go unnoticed. With the constant increase in lunch places in Burnley, it feels we need to voice support for local independent businesses. It was my first time trying this place - formerly “quick crepes” and now “central kitchen” - and I will definitely be back. I was greeted by the owner who is a really lovely man and was incredibly attentive, but got the balance just right. (Most places have a habit of asking how the food is when you’ve just taken a mouthful, but not here!) It had a relaxed, friendly and comfortable atmosphere, it was very clean and the tables are all nicely spaced. I ordered a tea and a crepe (bacon, spinach and mushroom) it was served quickly, delicious and the portion was massive! There are all kinds of things on the menu, I saw some burgers come out and they looked very good. But for those just wanting a drink they had loads of options, hot, cold, milkshakes, smoothies and alcohol. If you haven’t already, give it a try. I’m already thinking about my next visit!

Saw this chippy for the first time today and decided to call in for a chippy lunch and what a lovely lunch. They do homemade pies ie: Cheese and Onion, Mince Beef and Onion and I think one more but they had sold out of that, which tells you why they are so good. The staff were very friendly and polite. Enjoy

What a great place to take a toddler...I have a 13month old and she loved it...really clean, great coffee and food...really big play area and lots to do for them...most places don’t cater very well for under 2’s but this is just perfect...can’t recommend it enough 👍👍