The Angel, Wine & Cheese Bar in Shropshire

This was a brilliant meal and experience all ways round. I had the fish stew and the best I've ever had !

On my first visit, I had a fabulous time and the decor was quirky, moody is fantastic of character and charm , service is good and food’s was excellent, spot on with location. The building was Tudor period it’s stunning,

I'm a little uneasy about this one, because the star system doesn't do it justice, but there were some points that warranted the effort to give a review. First off, we were caught off guard looking for somewhere to eat and not pre booking anywhere, and this placed popped up and seemed perfect for what we were after. So firstly, after a few tots, in the winter darkness, it's quite hard to find, and the front door was closed (as it should be in hindsight because it leads straight into the bar and downstairs dining area), so is also easily mistaken for being closed, when it's open. Alas, we found it and let ourselves in to be greeted and seated even though they were busy and we hadn't booked. A really quirky, family run place was clear to see, and watching some dishes pass from the kitchen to other diners, we were happy with our choice. We ordered drinks and food, it speedily arrived, and on the whole was good quality tapas, the prawns were a bit over done and tough, the chorizo was maybe a little underdone, but generally was a good tapas experience. The problem for us, was the repeated signs for paying in cash, cash is king etc, of which I fully agree with and appreciate, but seems more back street Chinese takeaway approach kind of vibe, but none the less we asked for the bill, and with a bank just a few doors down decided to go and grab the cash to help out. The bill was around £70, so I got £80. We duly placed the cash on the plate, and handed over, reasonably expecting the plate to be returned and we could leave a tip as per our discretion, but no, the plate was not returned, and no further embrace was sought after, only until we decided to get out coats after accepting we weren't seeing our change, for the greeter being midflow in conversation with the waitress to stop in his tracks with a stern finger pointing towards us, asking in clear earshot, "have they paid?". A sour taste on an otherwise ok but non the less not mind-blowing experience. I don't like leaving a negative review on small businesses, but this place can't be doing that regularly.

Great seafood, great service. I'm not so easy to please but this place is top quality. Much recommended.

Lovely place but £6 a prawn Really!

My gf is a seafood fan, and we'd heard some good reports about this cosy restaurant, so we decided to venture one Saturday, recently. It was amazing. We particularly enjoyed the food and service (I chose non-seafood dishes). My gf thoroughly enjoyed the Monkfish with roast pepper.

Great food and atmosphere! Thanks

We found this wonderful restaurant by accident and had lunch there last Saturday. Delicious seafood, Jambon Iberico and tapas in general. Delicious Albarino wine and a chocolate dessert to die for. We all loved the place and will definitely be back. Go there!!

Fabulous and quirky little food delight. Stumbled upon this lovely little restaurant While on a weekend trip with special friends. Staff were great, super friendly, food was delicious ( try the scallops). Sherry that came with a little chocolate pudding was a taste delight. Definitely worth a visit. We will be back. Thanks for the special memory.

We have been here several times before and we like the place but our latest visit was rather disappointing. I have to clarify that The Angel isn't cheap because seafood can't be cheap and we are totally ok with that. But if you pay £200 for a meal, it has to be special and that doesn't relate to the food alone but also to the service, the ambience and the whole experience. It started on arrival when the staff didn't even show us to our table which we had booked but simply gestured to where we should sit. The table hadn't been cleaned and was sticky to the touch. We then waited a long time and no one came to ask what we wanted to drink. Not all tables were taken, it's a small place and there were quite a few members of staff around - so no excuse really. We went to the bar only to be told to remain seated which is unacceptable. When we got our starters, tapas selection of seafood which were all expensive ( for example six scallops for £30), they came without anything not even bread on the side. When we queried this later, we were told that we had to ask for bread (so, basically saying: our fault!). Sorry but again, for a restaurant at that level and charging the prices they do, not acceptable! I expect to be asked not being blamed. As main we had the seafood paella for 2 and that was even worse. Not a lot for 2 people, hardly any seafood, mainly rice, not even any veg in it. The rice was hard at the bottom and stuck to the pan so we couldn't eat all of it. We have cooked paella many times at home and know what a good one should look and taste like and it was nothing like that. Like I said in the beginning, we generally like the place and its quirky ambience so will give it another go but this recent experience was not good, particularly for the money we paid.

The only worthwhile restaurant in Ludlow. Excellent on all counts.

Dinner here with my wife yesterday was lovely. The food was great, and the atmosphere perfect! I'd say the customer service from the 3 waitresses was fantastic - welcoming and friendly. Would definitely recommend to anyone searching for a lovely meal. We shared 6 oysters, seafood paella and crab/ lobster cocktail. All 3 dishes were grand! If we're ever in the area again, we'll 100% be visiting 👍🏻

We popped in for a beer and found a fantastic place, with an unexpectedly authentic Spanish vibe. Dried hams hanging from the ceiling, Alioli stacked high and a warm & generous owner.

First time in Ludlow, place looked nice from outside and menu was interesting, taken straight to a table chose Tapas for the 2 off us never had oysters before so chose 2 have 1 they were delicious so ordered 2 more! Food was really nice, service was great really enjoyed the visit bill was £75 for 3 oysters, 6 tapas dishes and 3 drinks, highly recommend!

The food was absolutely amazing, the chicken skewers where juicy and the coating was lovely, the main dish of beef was so easy to cut and melted in my mouth, the mash was really creamy, and the veg was tasty, the ice-cream I had tasted amazing and I would definitely recommend to go here because the service was so good and the young ladies were kind and helpful.

Had an absolutely fabulous meal here on Saturday.The chef certainly knows how to cook fish.The bread and allioli dip were also wonderful.Thank you so much.

Had such a lovely time today. Great service from Tash and another girl. (Sorry didn’t catch her name) food was just lovely. Especially those prawns oh and the goats cheese tapas plate. Great experience from beginning to end and well worth the rave reviews many are giving.

Good tapas. Strange decor!! Will visit again.

Everything about this place makes you smile. The warm welcome. Friendly and efficient service. Stunningly presented food in a majestic medieval inn. A gem of a place.

We came here to celebrate our anniversary and the staff looked after us so well! The tapas choices were delicious. The dressed crab and the mussels on the daily specials menu were superb! The desserts we had were also lovely. Quirky and cosy interiors! We really enjoyed our dinner at The Angel - what a find! We will definitely come back again next time we are in Ludlow!

Divine meal (hake). Relaxed vibe! Perfect! Thank you!

Fab night in the Angel. The food was excellent and all the staff very helpful and friendly. The garlic flat bread was so delicious as was the monkfish, plaice and slow cooked beef. Jane the owner was just lovely. Will be the 1st place i book up and go to on my return to Ludlow.

Lovely restaurant experience. The decor was quirky and great to look at, the staff were very pleasant and helpful and the food was delicious! We had ordered some tapas bits and a special off the menu and were all very pleased with our orders. Afterwards, we ordered deserts which were also delicious! Also, they know how to make a mean cappuccino. Best I've had for while!

An interesting place. Very quirky inside with a good atmosphere. Tapas menu along side a good selection of seafood mains. I had a whole lemon sole which was huge and delicious, partner had halibut which he thought was disappointing. Drinks were good. We thought it was a bit overpriced. Service was good.

Gorgeous restaurant specialising in fresh fish. Beautiful ambience with the most lovely staff and wine. We sat in the bay window and had a superb evening. Very highly recommended.

Great place, great food, great young staff and service. We were served by a young lad doing a trial, and he was absolutely fine. I wish him well working in such lovely surroundings. Value for money all day long. Thanks guys x

Went to the Angel 6/4/2024 wow what a quirky place the decor is amazing, we opted to the 6 oysters with a glass of Carva , the actually gave us 7 the oysters we gorgeous, service was fantastic give the place a try

I can't praise the Angel highly enough. The food is always superb, and the staff are welcoming and attentive. The fish dishes are the star of the show, and the casual feel of the place makes for a great experience. My favourite is the Anchovies on toast, which sounds simple but is simply heaven on a plate. There's always a good selection of specials on the menu and an extensive drinks selection. Dog friendly, too. Brilliant all round.

An amazing independent, quirky and very original restaurant. The food is delicious and the decor is very eclectic, housed in a very old historic building. Would absolutely recommend.

Need a calm, relaxing place to enjoy some oysters and a glass of fizz on a friday afternoon? Go here. Enough said. Not all of you. Not all at once. I’d have to start making reservations!

A journey of eccentric yet tasteful decor with an ambiance of pure love. The food was excellent as was the friendly service. A true gem of gastronomy.

Great raoas bsr in Ludlow quirkuy and very bohemuan

Had lunch here with six friends,food and service excellent.the only point I would make is that I thought the prices were a little on the high end of the scale.however I suppose this is ludlow ....

A Nautical Affair at The Angel: Lord Nelson's Culinary Ménage à Trois Ahoy, adventurous gastronomes! Prepare to embark on a culinary voyage like no other at The Angel in Ludlow, where history meets hilarity in a tale of love, scandal, and scrumptious fare. Nestled within the quaint walls of what was once witness to Lord Nelson's legendary ménage à trois, this establishment has transformed from a rendezvous of romance to a haven for food enthusiasts. As you step into The Angel, you can almost hear the echoes of Lord Nelson's charming laughter bouncing off the ancient walls. The ambiance is a delightful blend of classic elegance and cheeky allure, much like the man himself. The restaurant manages to capture the essence of its scandalous past while maintaining an air of refined sophistication. The menu, much like Lord Nelson's love life, is a diverse affair. Start your culinary escapade with the "Nautical Nibbles," a selection of appetizers that promise to set the tone for the evening. The "Admiral's Artichoke Dip" and "Mistress Mussels" are particularly enticing, each bite leaving you longing for more, much like the historic trio's entanglements. For the main course, the "Love Triangle Linguine" is a must-try. This pasta dish weaves a tale of flavors, with each strand telling a different story. The combination of seafood, scandalous spices, and a hint of rebellion makes for a truly memorable dish. The dessert menu is where The Angel truly spreads its wings. The "Sweet Seduction Soufflé" pays homage to Lord Nelson's ability to sweet talk his way into anyone's heart. The velvety texture and sinful sweetness make it a fitting end to this culinary adventure. The service at The Angel is as attentive as a lover's gaze, with the staff seamlessly navigating between history and hilarity. They manage to uphold the restaurant's romantic reputation while ensuring that your dining experience remains light-hearted and enjoyable. In conclusion, The Angel in Ludlow is not just a restaurant; it's a theatrical experience that brings history to life on your plate. Lord Nelson's ménage à trois may be a thing of the past, but the legacy lives on in the delightful concoctions served within these walls. So, gather your own trio of companions and set sail for an evening of laughter, scandal, and utterly scrumptious cuisine!

Excellent food and service. Highly recommend!

Had lunch there and it was awesome. Ordered tapas including chicken skewers, meatballs and tomato salad. Also had tiramisu for dessert, one of the best I’ve had, served in a coffee cup which was a nice twist. Staff were chatty and attentive. The decor is great adding to the unique atmosphere.

Once again, a lovely meal, this time we tried the tapas with a carafe of chilled merlot which was excellent.

Very, very nice tapas, as close to Spanish coastal food as you can get. The service was perfect and the wine was reasonably priced. Would definitely recommend to anyone.

One of the best restaurants we've been to in quite some time. Fresh oysters and a really wonderful tapas selection. The seafood menu looked absolutely fantastic as well. A perfect slice of the Mediterranean dropped into the middle of Shropshire.

Had my birthday lunch here on Saturday 15th July. I walked in off the street, you found us an accessible table, which my mum and dad could get to, let my dog sleep under the table, and the food (especially the prawns and meatballs) and service were excellent. Thank you so much, you made my day xx

This is a gem of a restaurant with an amazing atmosphere! My wife and little dog and I enjoyed a Thursday lunch here, the seafood specials were amazing - especially the Scallops and Oysters! We'll look forward to coming back very soon! - Love it!

Gorgeous tapas in a great restaurant. The decor is fab, the food fantastic and the staff were great too. Recommend the lamb skewers (very tasty), grilled prawns (big and juicy), oysters (huge, juicy too) chorizo with apple sauce (apple sauce was a new one for me, will definitely eat these again) and the classic patatas bravas were delicious. Friendly, helpful staff and the restaurant is funky, cool and and an all round must visit.

An absolutely wonderful surprise

10/06/23 Fantastic service, food and atmosphere, highly recommended 😁 we will book again to taste more 🍽

Awesome, mainly fish, tapas restaurant. Pic of all that was left x

Thank you for another wonderful evening. Fantastic food, great staff and wonderful experience.

A really fabulous place. The fish soup was amazing. Lovely staff and great service. A window seat was a bonus. Highly recommended

Staff were very friendly, menu was broad enough and the food was fab, nice wine, very tasty dessert, décor was quirky and it has a nice ambiance, would we go again? Yes, definitely

What a wonderful place to spend an evening... just walking up the stairs and finding the ceiling was decorated with framed pictures was a great start! The menu offered a good choice of mostly fish dishes - my idea of heaven - and everything was so delicious we were even seduced into having dessert! Rum baba! Fabulous. The staff were lovely, the atmosphere relaxed... couldn't have asked for a nicer dining experience. Thank you. We will definitely be back.

Was having a lovely lunch here when a couple decided to sit next to us, with their three rat dogs. She then had one rat dog sat at the table with her, and even went to the loo with the rat thing. What happened to No dogs in restaurants?? Only three stars because of having a rat dog sat across the table.. Shame

Delicious meal, friendly service, sat outside in the sun

We enjoyed 2 sharing platters, meat and cheese. Lovely authentic place. Good relaxed atmosphere. Good service.

Great team at The Angel. Excellent friendly service and a quirky relaxed dining environment. Delicious fresh fish dishes and rum baba for pudding, lovely.

Poloprázdná restaurace, ale obsluha nás nemohla usadit se slovy že jsou total full . Smutné

Staying in Ludlow for a couple of days & lucky for us we stumbled across this place! Absolutely amazing food especially the prawns they were enormous & so tasty! Would definitely recommend 👌

Disappointing. Decor good. Waitress friendly. However, bench seat downstairs was hard & uncomfortable. There were blasts of cold air on our backs whenever the front door was opened. Noise from nearby kitchen + some music, made conversation with our guests hard to hear. All food was just warm & needed re-heating. Quality of fish was good. Spinach was stringy. Will not be returning. Not the relaxing, enjoyable evening we had been looking forward to. I consider the Angel to be over priced and pretentious.

We had a lovely meal here recently. A very cosy restaurant, excellent food and we were really well looked after. Would definitely return!

Booked a table this week but unable to go as landslides prevented train travel. Restaurant refused to refund deposit - totally unacceptable as we would have gone if it were possible. Wholly inflexible and unrealistic attitude

Sadly, we were disappointed. The food was interesting although limited choice.. lots of fish but not much else and very few vegetables. The hake was delicious but presented with tinned tomatoes and a tiny dish of spinach. I had scallops but again only a tiny dish of spinach, although I have to say that the potato with olives was delicious. The desserts were disappointing - chocolate profiteroles were smeared with dry chocolate mouse not sauce; the rum baba was soaked in sugar syrup with a mere hint of rum and a small spoonful of mascapone. When charging £25 for a lunch main one expects the place to be at least clean and 'presentable' - we were not comfortable there. 'Grubby cafe' was nearer the mark. The tables had two 'bright and cheerful' printed paper table-coverings which didn't properly cover the table, and were torn and stained - not much more than functional. I would have expected white tablecloths - my commonplace experience on the Continent. The upholstery was grubby - stained and impacted by how many hands? The Angel was recommended by friends as I wanted a special meal, but sadly, we left disappointed.

During a long weekend in Ludlow we noticed this place just waiting to be sampled. It’s such an inviting looking place so we watched the comings and goings and it just felt right.We booked a table for Saturday evening and from the outset it was just a wonderful eating experience. Not only was the food delicious and earthy and beautifully presented and real but the atmosphere fuelled by the wonderful welcoming staff was a real treat. Just go there and you’ll see what I mean.

Absolutely fabulous, the chef patron is a culinary genius. Massive flavours influenced by classic French, Italian and Spanish cuisine. The angel is sumptuous and eclectic in equal measure and it has wine direct from the barrel

What a gem. A day trip to Ludlow and happened upon The Angel. Stellar service and gorgeous food with plenty of fish (bonus!). Well priced lunch menu, we chose crab salad and moules. Dessert menu was extremely tempting so we caved in and chose almond tart and rhum Baba. Highly recommended. Fab service with friendly and professional staff. Lovely vibe, will definitely return.

Fabulous meal fish stew was great

Our second visit to the Angel restaurant and service was every bit as good as the first.our waitress was again very helpful,smily and informative and the dishes were delicious.the chef/owner was his usual chatty self.We have just recommended the restaurant to my in-laws when they visit in the near future and also to some very close friends due a visit in November.thanks.

Very good staff very friendly and helpful. Good excellent good wine lovely atmosphere highly recommend need book.

Really excellent food, very welcoming service.

Our second visit to Ludlow and The Angel. Fabulous lunchtime meal of halibut, scallops and tasty tapas. The service was lovely as is the quirky decor. Wish this restaurant was on our doorstep, we'd definitely be regulars!

A most relaxed and utterly enjoyable Birthday Pescatarian Luncheon with dear friends. Fish Soup, Mussels, Scallops all expertly prepared in the skilled hands of Martyn in the Kitchen. Service was delightful and without fuss, but everything we needed arrived promptly. The ambiance is eccentric , and unpretentious, in a most historic building, one of the finest in Ludlow. This is a Restaurant for Patrons who really understand French/Spanish/Italian food , authentic in every way.We could well have been in the Mediterranean, in a back- street family restaurant in Nice, Naples or Barcelona.

Do yourself a favour, stay in Ludlow, book several evening meals here if you can. Beautifully cooked largely fish and shellfish done Mediterranean style. Cardinal sauce exquisite. Super friendly, very helpful staff, yet always respectful, whilst remembering your name after one visit, (great attention to detail thank you Sasha and the team). Great atmosphere too. It takes something very, very special to keep me away from a south Indian restaurant with a different menu to run of the mill, and a promising Thai noshery too, the Angel did this for me. I’m sure I’ll stay in Ludlow again just to eat here… but I will book my tables at the Angel before finding a bed!!

- Extremely uncomfortable seating. - Limited menu unless you love fish. - Overpriced average food (such as heavily salted broccoli and 1.5 potatoes at £6 per portion) - Waitress who is social awkward and generally incompetent. - Cobwebs over the table.

Tapas style menu including an astonishing seafood selection (given how far Ludlow is from the coast) with quirky decor superimposed on wonderfully historic surroundings. Authentic Spanish cooking. Unpretentious and informal with attentive service. Inexpensive wine list. Great VFM. Highly recommended and unsurprisingly popular with Ludlow locals, so book well in advance.

Lovely staff and superb Spanish food, the house wine is excellent. We sat outside looking over the street, it made it feel extra special

Absolutely, incredibly average food. Staff didn't have a clue. Grossly, grossly overpriced. Very uncomfortable seating, and directly above my head, a toy parrot in a cage, covered in cob webs. Ughhhhh. Do not waste your money here, there are many eateries close by, far superior and half the price. This was a very, very unhappy experience. 😡 Altofts Relics.

Informal good food and positive service

Can't rate the food, service, staff and quirky building highly enough. Octopus with broccoli as a starter was fantastic.

Exceptionally lovely lunch. Every dish was fresh and delicious. The staff were friendly and attentive despite being very busy. Everyone sitting outside apart from us seemed to be local which speaks volumes. If I go back to Ludlow I would definitely eat here.

Delightful lunch. Fish menu was extensive, I had the halibut with creamy leeks, amazing! In fact so good was the food we’ve decided to go back for lunch before we head off up the country. The chef/owner popped out to chat with us along with his front of house lady a great team. Would highly recommend a visit here!

Setting and environment great. Main courses weak.

Fantastic we will return - lovely people , great food and a marked difference from even the better ones around. Thanks for making our 20th wedding anniversary a great day 👍

We booked a table as we had been to Ludlow previously and were attracted to the Angel by the beautiful aromas and attractive plates of food, alas, we couldn't get in. We sat outside and had the tapas, a bottle of wine and enjoyed a hour or more of top class dining. The prawns were heavenly, excuse the pun, cooked in garlic, herbs and oil. The scalps and octopus were equally as tasty.The staff were attentive and engaging. Our dogs had a great time and were truly welcomed. We highly recommend the whole package. We will return soon.

The most pleasant lunch, gambas a la plancha was the best I’ve ever had! Definitely will be going back to try the mussels next time

This was the nicest and most honest food if have had in ages. The beauty of my oysters followed by the deliciousness of the Spanish fish stew was almost too much to bear! Absolutely divine food, great service and aperol spritz done perfectly...what more could you want?!

Amazing seafood lunch. Four of us enjoyed fresh oysters, followed by calamari, scallops, potatoes bravas, king prawns, and lemon sole. All cooked to perfection; great service, well done Martyn. Would we go again - absolutely, we will be there next week !

Second visit - even better the second time. Fantastic seafood. The fish stew and mussels were truly excellent Great service. Don’t miss this!

Great food, great price. Not keen on eating out of a box and the place needs modernisation. But overall would recommend.

We walked past and saw the great fish and seafood menu, so booked for that evening. We had a lovely table outside and the food was great. Wonderful turbot and skate. Great mozzarella and fig starter.

Went in without booking for a terrific lunch. Very cool place. Had oysters, scallops, monkfish, crab...all presented well and the scallops and fish were cooked to perfection. Considering how good the food was...it was good value. Well worth a visit!

Highly recommended due it being owned by the couple who own neighbouring Cicchetti so we booked for dinner. This is more Spanish than its Italian neighbour. Pavement seating available but we opted to eat in - very quirky interior was welcoming but cases of juice etc were visible under sofa seating & although it’s off the wall decor & bric a beach is part of its appeal it needs a tidy up. Some stuff was totally inconsistent with a Spanish theme? My main was described as monkfish with clams so I assumed it was a piece of monkfish with baby clams in a sauce so I asked the waitress for vegetables such as new potatoes and anything else - she was nonplussed and did not describe the dish just offering tomatoes? In fact the fish is served on a skewer on a bed of tomato sauce. It was filling and delicious - the vegetables I asked for would not have worked with it - something she should have known. Nonetheless the food was excellent & this is a restaurant with its own personality & well worth a visit

Slight quirky style with really good food and extreamely pleasant stuff. My favorite meal of our stay. Recommend.

A very nice fish lunch . Sat out on pavement and watched the world go by. You can not beat it relaxing, fish, and people watching.

At 9pm on a quiet Thursday evening in June after signing in and asking for a table for drinks...just the two of us....and there were free tables and occupied tables they said ..we have stopped serving .. bonkers! We had a much nicer friendlier experience at The Church. Wouldn't recommend this rude hostelry.

We are regular visitors to the Angel, for the food, the wonderful Tash and Martyn's wit and entertaining manner. Never disappointed and love the different dishes dependent on what Martyn has tracked down and turned into a delectable dish.

Beautifully eccentric restaurant with lovely food and service.

Finding The Angel made our day, in fact it was so good we’re booked to go back tomorrow. The gambas and mussels were exceptional. Martyn supervising the kitchen and Tash front of house provide the perfect combination for a relaxed enjoyable lunch. Marian and Nick of Chester.

Lovely food, great cocktails, good service

If you like absolutely stunning food served by an occasionally sarcastic chef this is the place for you. Our kids love his cuisine and we can thank him for their varied palate and love of good food. Martyn is a genius with seafood and has never disappointed in the more than 15 years that I have had the pleasure of being his most grateful customer.

What a gem! Excellent - really excellent food - great wines - good location and friendly service. Did I mention this was an excellent experience. We WILL be back.

A friend and I lunched today and despite the fact that we hadn't booked received a friendly welcome and were shown to the upstairs dining room and given a choice of tables. We enjoyed a glass of the house white whilst we waited for our scallops to be cooked, and they were delicious. Simply cooked in olive oil, garlic and herbs and served with fresh crusty bread, we really enjoyed them.The Covid regulations were followed, the staff were friendly and efficient, and the chef, who we met later, chatty. We enjoyed our lunch, and will return.

The Angel, Ludlow is a ‘serious’ place, for ‘Serious Diners Only’. In fact The Angel, Ludlow, is the self proclaimed Serious Diners Club HQ. This is attested to in signs within the restaurant (Restaurant, NOT a pub), as well as the website and many reminders frequently given on the venue’s Facebook page. I have been curious to know what the definition of a Serious Diner is, and what it might take to be considered for the coveted membership of thre Serious Diners Club. Following my recent experience booking a Sunday lunch with a friend at The Angel, I have deduced the following, which I will share with you: 1) SERIOUS DINERS ARE PUNCTUAL: Have you ever been 5, 10 or even 15 minutes late to a reservation before? If so, then I’m afraid you are not in the Serious Diners Club. “But it wasn’t my fault, there was traffic!”, I hear you say, or “My toddler had a sudden aversion to shoes and it took us 10 minutes to leave the house”.....it doesn’t matter. The Serious Diner doesn’t use unforeseen events as an excuse for not being on time. 2) SERIOUS DINERS EXPECT THE UNEXPECTED: The website tells you the restaurant (NOT a pub) closes at 5pm, you call to book a table at 2:30 and are helpfully informed on the phone that they do, indeed, close at 5pm. You call to inform the restaurant (NOT pub) that you’re running late...”that’s fine, but just so you know we stop serving at 4pm”, “no problem!” you say, naively. You arrive, late - as expected by both parties -, and are told the Chef won’t cook for you. Are you surprised?? Yes?? Hahahaha, you amateur!! A Serious Diner would never rely on information given to them by a seemingly credible source. A Serious Diner second guesses everything and everyone. A Serious Diner has the unexpected expectation to expect the unexpected....FACT. 3) SERIOUS DINERS DO NOT DINE: In this third, and final, twist of the puzzle in what it truly means to be a Serious Diner, the answer may surprise you (and if it does, you must already start the path of acceptance that you are not a Serious Diner...see point 2). If you are really serious about dining like really REALLY serious, you will never approach a restaurant (NOT pub) expecting to be served food. Yes, this does seem completely bat s**t counter intuitive to the purpose of going to a restaurant to our simple, regular diner brains, but the Serious Diner knows not to expect to eat, they are unfazed. They simply move along, holding on tightly to their Serious Diners Clubcard hidden in a secret silk-lined pocket of their Club issued trenchcoat. A Serious Diner doesn’t concern themselves with the frivolities of food consumption. They are in “The Club”. So, do you think you have what it takes to be in the Serious Diners Club? Do you? Do YOU? There’s only one way to find out, book a table at Serious Diners Club HQ and remember, if you eat....you’ve failed.

Incredibly rude staff. When we arrived, there was no greeting just a “I don’t think he will cook for you as you are late” (granted we were 10 mins late at no fault of our own). When the chef arrived, the waitress said, “do you want to cook for them?” And the chef said “if you arrived for a 2pm train and you arrived late would it wait for you” this was said in a be try aggressive manor. He then mumbled something under his breath. Dispite being told on the phone that they stop serving food at 5! I understand we were late and if he had just told us that we are too late sorry, we would have understood. Poor customer service!