The Boatside Inn in Northumberland

Very clean and staff amazing, very welcoming From Bristol Steppin Sistas

Really enjoyed the visit for Sunday lunch

Had one night there on the way back from Scotland.

Excellent location for a visit to Hadrian’s Wall. Very comfortable rooms and excellent food in a country inn setting. Dog friendly, too. Mark and his team (“The Crew”) provide the friendliest of welcomes. Great place.

Would recommend - some logistical issues in planning and executing. As a favourite for last 5 years - changes both positive and negative.

My wife and I have just been here for Sunday lunch and it was thoroughly enjoyable. That was until we came to pay the bill. We were overcharged for our drinks (price was doubled) which was eventually put right. Later after returning to our holiday accommodation we found that the bill included a 12.5% service charge which was not made clear when we ordered. Maybe the owner/manager should check the law as this practice is definitely not legal. Obviously we will not be returning.

Delightful rooms. Sunday Roast was well worth traveling for.

Great location for visit Northumberland excelent accomodation and food

Close to Hexham, by car, the Boatside Inn offers excellent, tastefully furnished, well appointed accommodation . Staff were friendly helpful and efficient. We stayed in the spacious N Tyne cottage. It has modern kitchen/ utility facilities and is very comfortable. A railway is very close by but the cottage is well insulated and we were not disturbed by the trains. We would happily stay at the Boatside Inn again.

What a great spot. Our overnight stay while cycling Hadrian’s Way and it couldn’t have been better: comfortable beds, great shower and a super dinner - best fish and chips I’ve ever had! Staff were lovely and helpful too.

Really good food with very good service. Very covid secure.

We ate dinner at this great little inn run by a fantastic couple. The food was delicious and the service was excellent. Also the hosts gave us information for a day trip in the lakes district which we’ve just completed - and wow what a day full of great scenery. Thanks 👍

Food review = YUM Service review = friendly and fun We booked in for dinner and what a great choice (even though it's a taxi ride from The George Inn, the difference between the two is OBVIOUS). At The Boatside we received a very warm welcome and that attitude stayed the whole evening. The Gluten-free Fish and chips were an extra surprise! The sea bass with risotto was very nicely done. Very accommodating with allergies and vegetarians. The setting (we ate in the pub side) was comfortable and homey. Highly recommend.

Called at lunchtime,after a short walk around the riverside, only spoilt by the long stretches of riverbank fenced off and signposted private property. We ordered two drinks and two bar meals at the bar before sitting at our bar table. Hot beef sandwiches with chips both very good and filling. My only gripe, is that the staff failed to tell me they had charged me 12 and a half % service charge, on a light lunch bar meal. It may be optional but really! I work for the Nhs on minimum wage, shame i cant receive a service charge.

Superb moments spent in this establishment which we highly recommend. Peaceful, charming, pleasant place. Very welcoming and very helpful staff, and very kind. The food is very good and in perfect portions. The place where you have to stop to spend a sweet moment.

First visit to The Boatside Inn but we’ll definitely be back - our lovely room was immaculate and spacious, with a great shower and oh-so-comfortable bed/bed linen….just what you want after a long walk in the beautiful Northumbrian countryside. Staff were welcoming and friendly, and we also had a really lovely dinner in the nicely busy restaurant - so it’s well worth booking a table in advance! Couldn’t fault our stay.

Had dinner here, with friends on a very busy Saturday evening - 31st August 2024. Staff were excellent, friendly and very efficient. The food, ranging from Burgers to Seabass was superb and the house red wine was amazing. Mark and his team were brilliant, the atmosphere was marvellous and we thoroughly enjoyed our evening. Thoroughly recommended.

Absolutely fantastic. Both room and bar service. Highly recommend

Surprised by just how good the lunches the 6 of us got today Fish & Chips were top draw, sandwiches excellent and Cheese burger just as we ordered. Staff and kitchen pleasant and efficient. We came away with a bill including drinks of less than £100

Lovely place to visit for a Sunday dinner, Food hot and tasty, portion size was more than enough, good value for money, friendly staff and plenty of them, great service and hope to go back again sometime.

We visited The Boatside at Warden today for lunch. The menu has changed a lot and actually no longer caters for basic, good pub food. The quality of the food was very poor - my mothers quiche was almost solidified & fries certainly did not appear fresh. We have visited the venue many times over the years but unfortunately this will be our last visit. We cannot recommend this restaurant at the current time - hope you can turn things around in the future.

Called in for Sunday lunch. Really nice place. Food was lovely and the service was friendly and first class.

Fabulous meal , great quality and lots of it too. Staff were friendly and helpful. Situated in a quiet area with accommodation if you require it

We stayed in Quilters Room (no. 1) and it was very comfortable - all the sockets and mirrors etc in the right place (ladies will know how great that is !!). The bathroom was brilliant - with a large and powerful shower. The breakfasts were lovely and you wouldn't need much lunch later on - they're large!). All the food in the hotel was well cooked and presented, and the restaurant was popular, so it would be wise to book a table. The staff are very friendly. Really, I couldn't fault this inn. It's located just a short drive to Hexham so is very convenient. I guess the real test is - would I stay there again? And yes, I definitely would.

Lovely meal this evening! The staff were friendly and very attentive. We enjoyed the nachos, pork and steak. The desserts were also delicious. We had a great experience and will be back again soon. We had a neurodiverse child with us and there was no judgement, the music wasn't too loud and they actually ate quite a lot! They also loved the play park outside.

Visited at the end of June 24. Great pub on the outskirts of Hexham. Food and beer choices were great and good value. Stayed overnight in the car park in my campervan, but disappointed to find out the Boatside no longer allows this. Shame, as we'd have visited again.

I have visited many times since new owners took over because of fabulous gluten free menu. Virtually everything on the menu used to be gf. Last time the menu had changed and the only gf options were steak and chips or fish and chips. Even menu items which used to be gf, such as fish pie and stuffed chicken, weren't anymore. I loved my previous experiences but wouldn't come back with such disappointing gf menu choices. Please go back to the old menu with gf options!

Outstanding food, friendly staff, will definitely drop by when Im over this way again. Beer garden with kids play area was a bonus for the kids to play in.

A short stay but a great one, the rooms, service and food were excellent, enjoyed the stay and will look stay again.

Great stay at the Boatside Inn. Our car broke down while we were there and the team couldn't have done more to help us while we figured out how to get home. Really lovely people and we were very grateful. The place itself is lovely and in a beautiful location. Our room was large, clean and comfortable. The breakfast and packed lunch provided were great too. I highly recommend the Boatside Inn and will hopefully be back again in the future.

Really cute little pub / restaurant nestled in a picturesque location. Surprisingly big portions making it extremely good value for money and a good selection of local and national beers on tap. The staff were all rather friendly and made the experience all the more authentic.

Booked for 4 people for lunch. We're put mxt to a very noisy big table of kids n few adults. Cudnt hear our own conversation. When ordering food we wanted a Salmpn salad off the specials menu n asked if cud make it a meal size which after ching agreed thy cud do. It arrived with cple nits celery n 3 halves cherry tomato. No lettuce or anything else n few strips of Salmon. We asked them to make it a meal size as promised n it came back out on a larger plate but the same quantity!!!. Was disgusted as thy then charged us £16.50 for it. The bill came to £75. . Absolute rip off!!!!!! Wud like to hear back from owners as the 4 of us left very very unhappy with what was a celebratory treat!!!. RIP OFF...... N Disabled parking non existent for wheelchair user in the party of 4🤬🤬🤬🤬🤬🤬🤬🤬

Visited while out for a walk. Had a beer. Good beer, friendly staff. Looks like a nice place.

Stopped in for a bite of food one evening on the way back from Newcastle Airport. Very welcoming, good food and would have enjoyed sampling the beers if I could.

Stayed for one night as we were heading onward the following day. From check in to evening meal and breakfast. The whole experience was great, as were the staff. It’s made us want to visit the area for a couple of days next year and we’ll be staying here.

Lovely Tyneside pub, great service and food. We will definitely be back.

Amazing little gem found by chance. We found this country pub and the food was excellent. We had the lambs liver and bacon and lamb tagine. Both was lovely and nice and hot. I had the apple crumble this was super and lovely and warm. Would definitely visit if in the area again.

I stayed recently for three nights in South Tyne, which includes self catering facilities, so I could eat in the pub (very good, but large helpings!) or look after myself as I chose. It was very well equipped and comfortable, and all the staffed were friendly and helpful. I will certainly remember this for the future.

We stayed for 3 nights and room was very spacious and comfortable. Very clean. Food was excellent and staff very friendly. We will definitely visit again.

Service was very attentive.. I had mince and dumplings. No flavour to the mince, as in.. it was just mince. No veg. No seasoning..and the dumpling. As in 1.. was undercooked. Was very disappointed. Have eaten here before and I thought the food was over priced and undercooked.

Perfect !! Stayed overnight whilst doing Hadrian's Cycleway, lovely location, very nice rooms, great food and beer, oh and a lovely breakfast, what more could you need ? I'd go back in a flash !!

We had a very comfortable room for 2 nights. It was spotlessly clean (with a kettle, tea and coffee kindly provided). We ate in the dinning room for delicious dinners and good breakfasts! We found the everyone friendly and we were made to feel very welcome. Hotel is ideal to meet friends, visit Hexham and Hadrian's Wall and is dog friendly.

What a fantastic place. Delicious Sunday lunch, very comfortable rooms & a great breakfast to start the day. The staff could not have been more courteous & helpful. We will definitely stay again. Thank you SO much.

Just got back from a fantastic stay in one of the cottages that we booked to attend a wedding nearby. Food was delicious, accommodation was amazing. Lovely friendly little pub, enjoyed learning all about the game of quoits from the locals. Clean, comfy beds, loads of hot water, everything you need provided in the cottage, will definitely be back to enjoy more of the local area.

Such a disappointment. We had eaten here before Covid when in the area on holiday. We visited for lunch one day a few weeks ago - that was fine. A reasonable choice on the menu and nicely presented. However we regret returning for dinner to meet up with family. The ‘ famous Boatside fish pie’ is to be avoided if you want more than a tiny scrap of salmon to digest. As for the potato topping : it was thin and somewhat watery and not a pleasant experience. We are not tempted to return anytime soon. Such a shame. The location is ideal and the interior inviting but the food needs serious attention and improvement to reach the standard promised on the website.

Nice setting and pub very clean, food however disappointing, steak was average and the curry special listed as korma but was watery with little flavour!

Second review this year. My family treated me to a lovely beef roast dinner for Fathers Day. Again the food was absolutely beautiful, delicious and the beef just melted in my mouth. Great friendly service and a a special mention the Manager Steven. Well done to you and all the staff. Ticked all the boxes for me. Cant wait to return.

I can't recommend this place highly enough. Huge room, huge bed, fab shower, all amenities. Warm. Quiet. In lovely location with riverside walks nearby. The food is great. Affordable and delicious supper and great coffee at breakfast. Friendly and helpful staff and very dog friendly. Really easy and convenient parking. It was a wrench to leave.

Great dinner in the evening. Super breakfast. Friendly staff. Nice rooms. Easily the best place we stayed spending a week walking Hadrian's Wall!

We had an excellent night's stay with an excellent meal with good beer and wine, we shall call again and stay for longer next time. Well done to the lovely staff who could not do enough for us

Great place for a Sunday lunch. Easy parking, lovely food at fair prices. Pleasant staff with a nice atmosphere.

Great wee place to stay in an amazing county. Stayed in one of the cottage rooms and recommend them. Dog friendly, people friendly.

Stayed in the North Tyne cottage. Comfortable and warm. Great location and pretty spot. Easy access to river. Lovely food in the pub and a massive breakfast. Thank you.

Just stayed a couple of nights at the Boatside with our dog. The cottage style room at the back of the pub are well equipped and felt freshly decorated. Friendly staff in the pub managed to squeeze us in for dinner on the Friday night and directed us to local dog walking spots. Perfectly located for exploring all the Roman history and nearby Hexham. The only downside was the site which lies between the railway and the road, luckily neither were too noisy.

Really lovely stay at the Boatside Inn, very comfy room and well presented. The beds were excellent! Great food and friendly service, they even cater for pooches. We would definitely stay again

What a gem of a place to find. Easy to book. Friendly, welcoming staff. Lovely, comfortable room and an excellent night's sleep. The best fish pie that I've eaten.

The Boatside Inn has recently been taken over and it’s our first visit since the new owners took over. The interior has had a refurb which has lightened the place up nicely. The quality of the food was excellent and the portion sizes reasonable and good value for money. The staff were very friendly and accommodating, we’d booked a table for 3 + a dog in the snug and when were turned up an extra family member had come along so it was 4 + the dog but that was no problem to the staff. A really good dinning experience, it was busy when were turned up but soon cleared out as early visitors moved on, but there was no pressure to rush and get you out, it was all very relaxed and pleasant meeting up with a friend from outside the area who we hadn’t seen for a while. The only request I would have or would suggest as a change would be due to my patriotism of the County we live in, that the. Northumberland Flagg flying in the garden is rehung correctly so that there is a yellow block in the top left hand corner as it should be, but that’s just me, not many people would be aware of it.

Lovely hotel in a good location for anyone who likes walking or visiting the Roman Wall. We stayed in a very large room in the annex, which was very clean and comfortable with a good bathroom. Food was excellent, with a good variety and always served promptly and very hot. Our only criticism would be that the dining room closed at 4 pm, which was a little early for us to have our evening meal.

Went for Sunday lunch it was very nice although I thought they should serve the gravy separately as there was quite alot on the plate and it did swamp the other food as the portion wasn't huge, but was definitely very nice ,will go again maybe for something else on the menu .

We have lunched here many times but yesterday left us very disappointed. The service was mediocre unless they knew you. Food was pricey and not very good. Worst presented we've had anywhere with fish pie only having a few carrots and a piece of broccoli which were cold. Will not be back.

We were three ladies and a dog walking Hadrian's Wall and booked into this delightful place. The sun was shining on our arrival so we sat in the beer garden and had a drink. We were staying in the cottages which were furnished beautifully, were spacious and immaculately clean. Dinner in the bar was delicious; fish pie & lamb tagine divine! Breakfast was also delicious and staff were delightful and very helpful. Thank you! The location only got 4 stars because it was 3 or 4 miles from the wall and we had to get a taxi.

Great food and lovely atmosphere

We stayed just one nyt and would definitely use again, rooms are nice and spacious with comfortable furniture/beds. The bar are restaurant is as good with very friendly staff and good food. Still disapointed they had no soft boiled scotch eggs left tho :-)…

One our trips across to Newcastle on the A69 we once again stopped off at this gem. The food and service is excellent. We ate in the bar and thoroughly enjoyed it.

Lovely location, great food, recently renovated in a lovely spot for a walk. Near Hexham a lovely market town in Northumberland and close to Hadrians wall

Had a lovely meal after walking from Hexham. Food delicious good value for money and staff very friendly

We came for Sunday lunch on St Patrick's day and the pub and restaurant were both busy. I believe it has changed hands recently so we were slightly unsure what to expect. We needn't have worried as, if anything, it is even better than before. Mum is still talking about how perfect the roast beef was! Th eservice was superb and the beer prefectly kept. Portions are very generouis although most people seemed to be eating it all, which is a great testament to the quality! We'll defintely be back next time we're in the area. Mum isn't up to walking far now but in the past this has been a great walk from Hexham to help you feel you deserve your lunch and beer!!

Booked for a 12 noon seating with my family for food after a nice walk from Hexham where we live. The food arrived in 10-15 minutes and it was hot, fresh and a great portion. All the veg and Yorkshire pudding was so fresh, cooked to perfection and the Roast beef just melted in your mouth. The staff were fantastic, friendly, efficient and I'd like to give a special mention to Natasha who is very friendly and welcoming. We thoroughly enjoyed our time and dinner here. Well done to all the staff here. To quote Arnold Schwarzenegger "I'll be back".

Hubby and I visited the Boatside inn earlier this week I selected mince and dumplings it was absolutely delicious My hubby had the Boatside burger with blue cheese which he really enjoyed The price was very reasonable too Staff were very friendly and helpful We’ll definitely return soon

I’ve been coming here for many years, this was my first visit since the change of owner. Ate lunch in the bar so can’t comment on the restaurant - the new decor was very tasteful, seats comfortable and there was plenty of space between the tables. The fish batter was excellent - crispy throughout. Staff friendly and attentive but not obtrusive. Highly recommend a visit.

Updating my review of January 2023. Loved this place before but now it’s under new management …… and I’m so happy to say that it’s still great! Still so friendly; you are greeted with a smiling face and feel welcome! Food still delicious and good value for money and it’s so cosy. This makes me happy! Thank you 😃

Visited for Sunday lunch , so can’t comment on rooms but the service was absolutely wonderful. Staff were quick efficient and pleasant . The roast dinner was dinner was excellent. The veg were perfectly cooked for us and so were firm and brightly coloured and all served as a generous portion. We had deserts a good selection to choose from including, the all too rare these days, cheese and biscuits! Will definitely go back and enjoy this place again. Maybe I’ll try the daytime menu… and in the lovely outdoor area.

Fantastic experience as ever at the Boatside - a welcoming and dog friendly pub we love to walk to along the river. Staff very friendly and we had a great chat with the new manager on our latest visit. Food and drink excellent - highly recommend.

Lovely pub with nice food. Service good and rooms huge and well kept

Very disappointed, my grandaughter ordered chicken goujons and they were raw, they cooked another one but by then my grandaughter was a bit nervous about eating it, she is 8 years old and I can understand that, the chef came out and apologised in person, which I thought was a good gesture, but we still paid for that meal which I thought was out of order.

Quality has gone up an extra notch with the new team without having the silly prices as well. Staff very friendly and good value for money - altogether a very pleasant experience. Highly recommended.

Went for lunch today but was very disappointed, bearing in mind have been to The Boatside many times over the years,we ordered starters 45 mins later still no food despite the serving staff going backwards and forwards and looking at our table , eventually the senior waiter chap came and apologised and said the printer hadn't gone through to the kitchen , and it woulkd be on it's way soon ,another 15 mins went by ! Before it came ,was scotch eggs ,think they were waiting for the chicken to lay them ,they were ok ,then we're served main course relatively quickly ,veg was overdone ,husband's mince and dumplings where very crispy round the edges and I had th ' pie'of the day ,Chicken and Chorizo was disgusting to say the least, paid the bill 50 odd pound! and left ,the waiter apologised again for the delay .sorry to say will not be back.

Popped in for a meal after walking our dogs. I had fish and chips and my wife had lasagne. Both excellent, friendly staff and lovely fire going to keep warm on a chilly day. Definitely will go back.

Recently reopened under new management - I have to say the Boatside is excellent. A friend and I dropped in for a late lunch and a pint after a walk in area and were very impressed with the Boatside and the team. The beer was good, the food was tasty (and plenty choice on menu) , the place was clean and welcoming and the service was spot on - very friendly, helpful and professional. Absolutely nothing to fault it - even the toilets were clean and well maintained. Hope to come back soon with the family

We had an excellent meal at the boat side at the weekend. The meal was hot and well presented. Veg cooked just like i like still with a bit of crunch. The bar was very busy and there was a great atmosphere. The staff were very nice and answered any questions about what we were ordering. We defiantly will be back.

Great pub food & beer, reasonable prices. Friendly staff (new management we understand), warm & cosy. Right by the river, excellent car parking. Really enjoyed our dinner for four, excellent generous prawn cocktails & aubergine bake. Don't miss the sticky toffee pudding. Very nice evening.

What a fabulous transformation - the new owners have certainly made a difference. Gone has all the tatty tasteless junk that has been there for the past 5 years. The place is back to being a proper country pub. Its wonderful to see old faces we have missed so much and great to see our wonderful dogs back. Not a whiff of smelly dog but a great sense of pride to have The Boatside Inn back in our community. Thankyou James and Emma

We called today without booking ahead in the hope of getting a table inside. We did. So happy, the staff could not be more efficient and helpful. We were served immediately with our drinks and our food order taken. Our food arrived without a long wait.. it was the best pub food we have eaten for a long time, casting aside the COVID restrictions. We couldn’t fault it,hot and tasty. My husband had the pie of the day and I had the Vietnamese stir fry. Will definitely call again.

We met up with friends for lunch in the teepee. The setting and the service were excellent, the food about average for the price (which was fine). I'd certainly recommend. But why was the only beer available a Swedish blonde? I thought it was a joke at first. The wonderful Allendale brewery is just up the road. Perhaps I'm being unfair. Perhaps Covid is the culprit. Perhaps the owners are Swedish?

Due to Covid Rules.( April 26th) Only outside dining in a heated teepee. still chilly as the sides have to be open but pleasant enough to enjoy your meal. Lovely staff especially Ellie. Mince with dumplings excellent as was the fish pie and stir fry. we had to go back the second night as our booked inn at Riding Mill was closed due to inclement weather. all3 meals again excellent and great value.Highly recommend this place and if we are back that way would love to re visit and enjoy an meal and beers in the plush interior.. thank you for your service even Ivy the dog enjoyed her water.

Contacted the Inn via email enquiring about a table in the tipi (a lerge tipi erected in carpark thati saw on a friends facebook page) I was told tipi was fully booked for the next few evenings - however there are numerous picnic tables on a first come first served basis. Me an dmy wife decided as it was such a lovely evening to take a drive to Warden and take our chances. Had maybe a 5 minute wait before being taken to a table. Service was brilliant & food was faultless - all tables were far enough apart & all staff wore necessary PPE. Our table was sanitized before we sat down & Hand sanitizer was available on the table. Thank you vert much Matt & team. I guarentee we will be back

We walked from Hexham with our dogs after hearing good recommendations. We weren't disappointed. When the sun was out we sat on the outside tables, but we had our food in the tipi. The lamb dinners were superb! Staff were lovely and extremely helpful. Would definitely recommend.

Went there for drinks and food with friends today, in the teepee in the garden. It’s heated and classed as outside so all Covid safe. Nice beers, really friendly service and good pub grub. Would probably give it a 4 but they get an extra star for the effort they’ve gone to with the teepee to let people meet up, they deserve support for doing that and I’ll be back soon!

On arrival, we were shown our room and we knew immediately that we had made a good choice. It was warm, spotlessly clean, and a few steps away from the pub.There was a railway line behind the rooms but whilst we were slightly concerned at the outset we never heard a thing all night.We ate in the bar area of the pub, and enjoyed a good quality pub meal in convivial surroundings.Breakfast was also very good. A good place to stay if you want to visit Hadrians Wall and get a flavour of the gorgeous Northumberland countryside.The owner Matt was very friendly and welcoming.

Called in by chance and with no research. Great COVID standards Nice sandwich lunch. Great table service. Sat outside All very good Big menu choice

Absolutely lovely lunch in lovely surroundings. Attentive staff. Excellent lunch and dog friendly. Book in advance. Will definitely be going back. Lovely experience.

Been twice now, pleasant enough pub. The bill was wrong twice, overcharged both times.. That said, the owner Matt is a very nice pleasant gentleman. Give the place a visit, make your own mind up. Just make sure you check that bill.

Quaint English pub just off the A69 past Hexham at Warden. Beautifully decorated and very clean. Staff were very friendly and professional. Booked a table for four; the food was faultless - the potato skins with crispy bacon and cheese were to die for. Morretti on draught , lovely.

first time here. Staff friendly Food seems good, maybe a little pricey for some of the dishes. We were the only ones in. Had to wait a while for the meal but that is a good sign. We all had different meals and they were freshly made,

Had a lovely Sunday lunch here today after completing the GNR.Meat was very tender accompanied with a huge Yorkshire pudding and ample vegetables and tasty gravy.Staff were very polite My only reason I haven’t given 5 star’s is the vegetables could of been hotter.

We have just had another great stay here. This time we brought our son and his partner up with us. They are hooked! Loved the room. They loved the food and the staff.Matt and his team have got this sussed. Brilliant setup. Felt completely safe in these weird times we are living in.We will be back very soon. Many thanks Matt and please thank the staff too.

We met some friends for drinks and the service was awful. Probably the worst service I have ever seen in pub or restaurant. The staffs are clueless and were constantly taking wrong orders to other tables, spilling drinks. Then they made such a mess of the bill it was incredible. Avoid if possible

Lovely beer garden, nice food & a very relaxed atmosphere. It was busy as we grabbed a table as soon as it came free but I was glad to have a pack of disinfectant wipes in my bag - the table needed a good wipe down! Went to use the bathroom in the pub and it was spotless though.

Just back from a week at the Boatside . We opted for a one bedroom self catering cottage. It was very clean and well equipped. Although self catering the pub is a few feet away and serves delicious pub grub. The staff are friendly and lots of outside seating. There is also a huge tipi for the cooler days. It's a great area for visiting Hadrian's wall and only 2 miles from Hexham. Lots of fishing available too. In all a great wee break.

Great for drinks and atmosphere - nice for a drink. Food was generally ok but would avoid the pizza. Pizza base was tough and chewy & couldn’t finish it.