The Cheshire Cheese in High Peak

The attempt and excellent service is evident, politeness, attention, friendlies, yes that was fine. I can only glean that on the day the chef and bartender, were struggling with a new computer system and aftermath of an inept temporary chef leaving the stocks low. The soup: the soup was delicious. We had to assume there was only a scraping left to serve as the portion, served in A finger bowl wouldn't have filled a mug. My Wife had to get pasty from Gregg's after just to feel like she'd actually had lunch. My All day breakfast, even with vegan sausages as there were no proper ones left, was delicious, the scrambled eggs were perfect but served without bacon. Just forgotten about completely. We weren't asked how our meal was, Probably embarrassment. My pint of cherry porter was gorgeous and my wife's cordial and soda was mixed properly a rarity in this day and age so a mixed bag of emotion. So why didn't we announce our qualms? Only one member of staff on, she was busy with other punters. And we needed to move on. So only 4 stars today.

We came here for two meals during our stay in Buxton. The pub was lovely and spacious and had a relaxing atmosphere. Service was quick and friendly and staff were happy to accommodate us and our daughter. I was particularly impressed by the multiple vegan options on the menu. On the first night, I had the vegan meatball tagliatelle and vegan kebabs, which were both incredible! The vegan burger I had the night after did not disappoint, either. My partner had chicken schnitzel and a beef and bacon burger and said the schnitzel in particular was amazing. I would definitely recommend this place!

Lovely spot, friendly staff and good selection of food and drinks

Brilliant food great ales at reasonable prices

An adequate chain or chain like food. Revisited the Cheese after many years away. I had good memories of pre-chain pubs with skiffle bands.

We went for a Sunday roast after reading reviews of good food. However we arrived and were seated on a tiny table in the fishbowl. They told us that there was no beef as they had run out but everything they had plenty of. We ordered food and sat back down, when we went to get our third drink after waiting for 45 minutes, we asked how much longer the food was going to be. They then told us that the food was 1 hour 20 minutes wait. The couple next to us had been waiting 55 minutes as well and the bar staff apologises to them and offered them a free drink, but they didn’t even check on us. Their food then turned up after hour and half and their gravy hadn’t even been mixed, visible gravy granules floating in the gravy, they said their parsnips and carrots were raw. Our food then turned up, they got the wrong meat and had to send it back for the correct meat. Our parsnips were also raw, we didn’t even get any carrots and barely any veg, the stuffing wasn’t cooked, it wasn’t a roast chicken obviously a frozen chicken breast that had been blasted in the microwave. They then had the audacity to ask how our meal was, after the couple next to us complained to them about their dire meal already, we complained about the same items plus we only got one parsnip and they got two and we got NO carrots! They then told us after the meal that they were running low on veg (good time to tell someone don’t you think?). They offered the other couple another free drink and not us and the lovely couple next to us with their lovely dog Holly gave us the free drinks which was a nice gesture. Considering the price you would’ve expected homemade gravy, the fact that we paid the same price for the 3 meat roast and to not receive or be offered extra meat as a replacement!! When you go out food you expect it to be better than cooking at home and a treat, and you certainly expect your food to be at the very least COOKED!! No one came to apologise or offer anything to say sorry. We felt sorry for the waitress as she was trying her hardest and obviously not her fault, she also said that other tables had complained and that they were taking some items off the menu. No one from management came out at all. We’re not angry we were just very very disappointed in this establishment. We normally share our food experiences on instagram but in this instance I’m going save instagram the embarrassment.

We ordered beer at the bar and asked where to sit down... drank the beer, she crossed our table thrice, ignored us, so we left after 25 minutes of waiting. Beer was tasty and location looked good, though

Massive fan of this place. Great place to chill and decent grub too.

Great pub food, reasonably priced and great service. Also dog friendly which is a bond!

Great pub. We walked in for dinner as a party of 7 on a Friday night - 4 adults, 3 kids under 3. Had a nice big table at the one end and 3 high chairs (which were clean!). Lovely friendly barman. Had a taste of two ales before ordering one. All had meals, all enjoyed. The steak and ale pie was incredible. Sauce was some kind of beery treacley gravy and it was delicious. Pastry was great. Accompaniments great. Nothing greasy or rushed. Gravy was unreal. Will call in again when we're next in the area.

Good choice of beers, friendly staff and lovely beer garden

A real find. Proper beer in a proper pub👍

Went for lunch with my husband and new born. The guy behind the bar was so kind and helpful : couldn’t do enough for us. Everyone who came up to the bar had a taste of the droughts on offer so they could get the ale they wanted . Everyone was happy. We had the chicken burger which was nice . Really mixed selection of people in the pub: families , couples , dog parents . Would return despite the slightly limited menu as they have daily specials too.

I don't often write reviews, however I want to write a positive review for The Cheshire Cheese, Buxton. Myself, my husband and son (plus dog) were looking for somewhere to eat while holidaying in Buxton. We looked at menus and read reviews to choose. We saw there had been a couple of lower reviews for this pub/restaurant recently, so almost changed our minds, but we're so glad we didn't. The welcome was very warm and our meals were delicious (burger, lasagne and steak (rare, cooked perfectly). Great value, lovely feel. Please support local establishments when visiting the area, we're pleased we did.

Nice, quiet pub for a nice quiet pint with a friend. Great selection of beers, though not much in the way of 0% options

Went for a lovely quite drinks ,all was good there was a couple sat with a small dog near us and a table next to them with 3 adults when one of the adults came back from the toilet ,the small dog then bite the man very randomly causing him obvious pain they left straight away .Staff had seen all this but didn't ask the couple to leave ,I found this disgusting and made us very uneasy.The date was Saturday 3rd August,we love the idea of dogs being allowed in as I have 2 myself,but there should be separate sections and they should of definitely been asked to leave , imagine if it had been a child.

Well kept range of titanic ales

Very nice place to drink, also there's a beer garden with heating, staff very friendly and helpful 🙂

We went for a Sunday lunch. Really surprised by how quiet it was. Nice beer garden with little huts. Food was ok and fairly quick.

We booked here as a group of 9, 5 adults 4 teenagers and were looked after by Kate for the evening. On the whole we all enjoyed the food of which there was a good variety of meals to choose from and the atmosphere was brilliant. I had the cauliflower wings for starters, the plant based burger for main and the sticky toffee pudding for dessert. All of which were first class. We sampled the pubs own IPA and it was top notch. Kate couldn't do enough for us her hosting skills were second to none, really polite and attentive. Would definitely recommend visiting here when in Buxton.

Definitely a good choice when in Buxton. Fantastic food, speedy service. Will return

We had a lovely visit to this pub today. The steak pie was amazing and our dogs were made very welcome.

Came here when I went on a bike trip. The food was lovely and the staff even better. Thank you 😊

What a fantastic place! Fantastic food, beer, atmosphere, friendly people. My friend and I spent 3 lovely evenings there, did the quiz with very nice group of local people. We regretted we couldn't stay longer. Thank you and maybe see you again one day :-)

Recommended the Plum Porter by a friend, and when I found out there was a new Titanic pub in my childhood home town I made a _very_ long journey to try it. Great atmosphere, great service, great beer. The food is also excellent, with ingredients mostly sources from local suppliers. Portions are generous.

A disappointing trip. Staff were friendly but I could not believe the prices and quality of the food. We ordered two Sunday lunches and they were £15 each. As we were there with three small children and needed to eat we went ahead presuming we’d get something amazing for the price. So disappointed. Food was just about warm and although it wasn’t terrible and tasted ok, I still couldn’t believe what we got. Two carrots and parsnips, a bit of mixed greens, mash, a couple of roast potatoes, smallish Yorkshire puddings, a good chunk of beef (which was good quality to be fair) and a hard price of stuffing. The gravy was like water. The kids meals were fairly decent. The drink prices too were ridiculous. £10 for a double gin and tonic. The only reason we stayed and paid the price was so our young children could eat. I would never return and wouldn’t recommend. The vibe was funny in there too, not unfriendly but not great. We ate and left. Definitely wouldn’t return.

One of my favourite brewery's tap

Awful rude staff, arrived after a long day travelling, bar lady rude and abrasive, man asking for stuff all of which they did not have, then in the middle of his order she left and said she had to take food out. Then when it came to us she had nothing we asked for, eventually asked if had pressco she said yes if one was open. I watched her measure it in a wine cup, surly pressco brought by the glass which she half filled. The final straw was it was flat. The lady behind the bar defo needs so training in customer service the rudeness I have never experienced and will not be returning.

Atmosphere 3x only because it was a quiet lunchtime

Nice pub, good food and lovely staff

Great place to socialise or eat. Good selection of beers from a local brewery. Unfortunately the toilets smell.

Great food and speedy service. Staff were keen to accommodate our group, and very helpful!

Just called in for lunch. The all day breakfast was ok but my lasagne was dry and tasteless I think the mince went through on stilts, certainly not worth the money at £14 the staff were friendly and beer was good

Plum porter absolutely beautiful. Great service, really friendly Highly recommend.

Very nice, small menu but very well cooked, sure it was all home made too. Certainly would go again!

Nice Titanic brewery pub with the usual beers and Menu. My son likes the food and I like the beer, especially the Plum Porter.

Steak pie absolutely amazing .. actually returned for this .. however for some reason carrots been added .. however will not put me off returning .. perhaps it was a mistake !!!!

Went here one evening after spending a couple of days in Buxton. Only had a coffee and my wife had Gin and Tonic. Which was lovely. Nice quirky pub. Uneven floors and low ceilings. Very good. 👍

Very good evening. The beers are exceedingly good and there are many of them, to suit all tastes.

We only stuck to the cider, (£5 a pint). Ample seating and friendly staff

Went for a Sunday dinner after a long day travelling. The starter took forever to come out and when it did it was foul, then came an even longer wait. The kitchen hadn’t been informed that we had finished our starters so hadn’t started our main. When it turned up, it was left overs that had been thrown in a pan to reheat. The beef was rare but when you turn it over it was solid, the chicken was inedible and the veg was a combo of anaemic but also burnt. We ate what we could dare to and left immediately.

Highly flavoursome beers in a pub with real charm. The food is very good

Lots missing off the menu. Was looking forward to beer and cheese board oops. No cheese .

Beer was good. Staff welcoming. Food was poor. Very disappointed, we had eaten at a Titanic Brewery pub the day before and the food had been excellent.

We went here for a Sunday roast and were informed they were low on meats and vegetables but were reassured there were peas and potatoes still available. The food took 40 minutes to arrive which we were informed of prior. When the food arrived we were quite dissatisfied. It looked fairly unappetising and we were given some slices of leek and a few peas. I wouldn’t pay £16 for this again

This delightful pub has mastered the art of making everyone feel welcome - two-legged friends like myself included, but also our furry companions. The atmosphere is cozy and convivial, with rustic wooden tables that seem to whisper "come hither" as you settle in. But let's get to the good stuff: the beer! Oh, glorious brews! The Cheshire Cheese Pub boasts an impressive selection of craft beers from local and national breweries. I indulged in a few (okay, maybe more than a few) pints of their signature ale, which was as smooth as silk and left me wanting more. And then, there's the food - heavenly creations that will satisfy even the most discerning palate! From hearty pub classics to innovative twists on traditional dishes, every bite is a delight. The staff at the Cheshire Cheese Pub are as warm as the atmosphere they've created. Attentive, knowledgeable, and genuinely enthusiastic about their products, they'll guide you through the beer menu or offer recommendations on the daily specials with a smile that's almost as bright as the pub's sunny disposition. In short, this Buxton gem is a must-visit for anyone seeking a truly enjoyable experience with friends - human or furry!

Fabulous pub and eatery. A really accommodating team with a friendly style. The food we ate was delicious and hot. We enjoyed it so much, we popped in for a drink the next day before departing Buxton.

Waited to long for meal and not very hot and small portion

Very good food and beers, cosy & welcoming atmosphere

First time I'd been in.great olde worlde feel to it with plenty of character ,staff were friendly and welcoming ,very cosy inn .can't vouch for the fodd as I didn't eat,but great pub to relax in .

Went in for drink as stopping for the weekend staff were not that friendly waiting 5mins to get served and other members of staff were talking and messing about with tills land lady went to speak with someone as regards selling !!!! Eventually got a drink went and sat down and the only smell we could smell was from the toilets absolutely disgusting 🫣 not good at all dog bowls everywhere dogs barking not a great atmosphere for a pub will not return and certainly won't eat thee

Great bar staff, friendly environment and some fantastic beers (plum porter is belter) Thanks Matt

Many food items not available. When you do order you are told 10 mins afterwards that there is a 40 mins delay as they are short-staffed. The place wasn't even busy, I can see why. Terrible.

Good meals at a good price. Try the Titanic Pie!

An absolute mess of an evening. When entering the building it was okay, the setting was quite conformable and it was very accessible. However we were taken too our table booked for 4 people and there were only 3 seats 😂. Furthermore we later went to order our food (i wanted a rump steak) unfortunately they had none left, so i chose fish and chips instead which they had ran out of, then i asked for lasagne and yet again there was no lasagne. Finally i settled on a all-day breakfast but even then there were no sausages 😭. Our food arrived around 45 mins later which is a long time since the restaurant was practically empty. However the food was nice apart from some cold toast but overall it was good. I really do hope that was just a one off and usually they have more food.

Great lunch here and good beer.

This pub is okay, you can probably find better food but it’s nice enough and the staff are lovely. They have a nice beer selection and are very friendly.

Lovely friendly staff, great choices of beer & food. Cosy atmosphere. It's become our local 👌

Lovely pub, great beer , nice staff

Nice meal in good pub with Titanic ales

Lovely decorated old pub. Good food, but smaller portions. Good price on drinks.

If you're going to Buxton call in to this historic old pub. Excellent choice of fine beers and a very chilled atmosphere - food's good too. No screens or intrusive 'music' so a proper pub. Don't miss it.

Enjoying a few nights away for Husbands Birthday (14th March). The staff were lovely and the food was excellent xx

Lovely pub, excellent service and great food. Thanks Kasia

Great service and food, the staff are very friendly

Great pub grub. Nice and cosy place for lunch

The usual great choice of Titanic Ales. Nice Warm place to be. They are not affraid to put the heating on, unlike some pubs. Great Steak and Ale Pie. Plum Porter as Tasty as ever. Staff very friendly and on the ball

Loved it from the minute we walked in to the minute we walked out

Great pub. Good choice of beers & friendly staff.

Popped in for a drink after a walk in the local area. Good atmosphere, friendly staff and excellent beer and food. Very relaxing. Will certainly be going in again. Parking is good but make sure you enter your car reg number in the machine on the bar. Very satisfied.

It was indeed very good and Kate made me feel very welcome 😃..Will definitely visit again in the future. Lovely food, atmosphere and Madri too 🍻

Very nice pub warm welcome Good food warm log burners nice cosy

We struggle to find a place to meet halfway from our homes with our grown up children and their families. Buxton is perfect but then we’ve struggled to find a nice place to eat! The Cheshire cheese was perfect, the food was amazing and the service excellent, there were 13 of us 8 adults and 5 children. The children’s food came out first which was perfect and in my opinion the way it should be, the adults straight after, all cooked fresh and simply delicious! Service was great, just couldn’t fault it and we will definitely be back!

What a joy to have such a great selection of locally brewery real ales (including the legendary Plum Porter Grand Reserve!) served by such well-drilled and friendly bar staff. Good priced special food selection and specials too! The perfect local!

Been here a few times and always had a great time. This time I came with my dad and we both had the gammon which was exceptional. Our server was Kate who was excellent and made us feel very welcome. We will definitely be in again.

My friend and I go to The Cheshire Cheese most weeks for drinks. The atmosphere is lovely and friendly, Kate particularly is really welcoming and fun. As we are both driving we only have one drink followed by a hot chocolate which I have to say is gorgeous. Ps…try the cheesy chips

This place could be so nice but its just lacking. Its ok for a drink, except that the pub feels dirty, we've been here a few times and each time the tables are sticky and you can smell the toilets from the seats outside, its also always dead, even at peak times and its very evident as its a big pub. We had sunday dinner here once and it was awful. We should of known when there was nobody in there and nobody else eating. The beef was extremely tough, to the point of inedible. I couldn't even cut it up so left it all. The potatoes were raw and cold and gravy watery. I'd never eat here again unless it had major upgrades. Its such a shame as the pub is really nice and staff seem friendly.

Great dog friendly pub with lovely food and awesome service!

Call in for drinks most Friday evenings. Always a very cosy friendly atmosphere. Staff very helpful.

**Review: The Cheshire Cheese** Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐ The Cheshire Cheese is a delightful establishment that offers a pleasing dining experience, meriting a solid four-star rating. The combination of good food and a pleasant location makes it a noteworthy destination. The food here stands out for its quality. Each dish is prepared with care, delivering flavors that are both comforting and satisfying. Whether you're in for a classic pub meal or something a bit more contemporary, The Cheshire Cheese seems to have a knack for hitting the right culinary notes. Adding to the appeal of The Cheshire Cheese is its location. Nestled in a scenic area, it offers an ambiance that is both inviting and relaxing. It’s the kind of place where you can enjoy a leisurely meal while soaking in the surrounding beauty. Overall, The Cheshire Cheese strikes a balance between delightful cuisine and a welcoming atmosphere. It's a great choice for anyone looking for a satisfying meal in a pleasant setting, whether for a casual lunch or a more intimate dinner.

We booked here as a group of 9, 5 adults 4 teenagers and were looked after by Kate for the evening. On the whole we all enjoyed the food of which there was a good variety of meals to choose from and the atmosphere was brilliant. I had the cauliflower wings for starters, the plant based burger for main and the sticky toffee pudding for dessert. All of which were first class. We sampled the pubs own IPA and it was top notch. Kate couldn't do enough for us her hosting skills were second to none, really polite and attentive. Would definitely recommend visiting here when in Buxton.

We booked here as a group of 9, 5 adults 4 teenagers and were looked after by Kate for the evening. On the whole we all enjoyed the food and the atmosphere was brilliant. We sampled the pubs own IPA and it was top notch. Kate couldn't do enough for us her hosting skills were second to none, really polite and attentive. Would definitely recommend visiting here when in Buxton.

Great ambience, friendly staff, stunning food…. What else can I say

Proper Buxton pub. Good food and plenty of beers to choose from.

Tasty food, good service, nice atmosphere.

Decent food at a decent price. Could have been a bit hotter and not sure but the salmon in the salmon tagliatelle could have been from a tin. My fish in beer batter was cooked to perfection.

1 hrs wait for a full English and 2 chip butties after being told it would be a 30 minute wait,chips were cold so had to be sent back,butty wasn't good two thin and flimsy bits of bread with a handful of thin warm oven chips and a small salad garnish 6.oo quid.Wont be returning .

we went here for lunch and half of the foods were sold out. then we were told that it would be a half an hour wait for pasta and 2 chip sandwiches. it took 40 mins and the chips were cold.

Nice bar food and great cask beer in pleasant surroundings. What more do you need?

Myself and my husband had a delicious lunch here recently, Terri the new manager is super friendly as was the lady who was working the bar /waiting on that day. Service was quick and the food fresh and plentiful. Great selection of ales,even a area with water and biscuits for your dogs . We call in often for drinks but will certainly be eating here more often and recommending it.

Cold windy day had light bit lunch plus pint of Tiger pale ale very good .

The chef is slow and lacks the ability to season and cook steak was rather disappointed in my steak and the missus burger after the hour and ten wait between starters and main totally disappointed in the experience. Waiting staff was brilliant though and the beer is great but chef lets the team down

Great Sunday roast, friendly and efficient staff ( katie)...would highly recommend, it was warm and not too busy either

Great beer, great food, great staff. Our server, Kate, was friendly, efficient and lovely. The atmosphere was good. A great place to spend a rainy afternoon.

Nice pub with a great selection of beers, and dog friendly.

Fantastic pub with a great selection of drinks! Highly recommend the the plum porter! Staff were so friendly and just a wonderful atmosphere.

Called in yesterday for a drink. Lovely pub with a great atmosphere.

Traditional pub with a great atmosphere and good food options. The Sunday evening quiz is also a lot of fun.

Great pub. Lovely sarnie. Friendly staff.

Went for lunch on a weekday, very quiet, friendly staff and dog friendly. The fish and chips however were quite dire. Very small and shrivelled piece of fish with small portion of chips and peas, and for £15.95 would have expected much better. Good beer but that would not tempt us back.