The Cock Inn in East Northamptonshire

Most probably the best food I’ve ever had. If you are looking for a cosy pub with great food next to an open fire then you have found it. Make sure you book though as it gets very busy. Ask for Jamie and say jack sent you.

Cosy, welcoming, traditional pub. Varied beer selection and all well-kept. If relying on a taxi, make sure to book your return fare on your outward journey!

Useless bar staff can’t keep a beer, waited for 45 mins for a half of lemonade. Then got asked to leave because of my clothing. Not recommended

Classic village pub, great selection of drinks & the occasional bit of live music. The perfect place for a casual drink. Barman’s not too bad either 😬

Great old fashioned drinking house.If you appreciate great beers, perfectly kept, and are not up yourself too far to have a laugh then this is the best pub in the shire . If you dont and are,then stay away . Here endeth the lesson.

Yet another great meal at The Cock - I always look forward to going there and they didn't disappoint on this occasion. Well thought through menu, well presented and good service. Can't fault it really.

Tasty food and a nice garden make this a good place for a summer lunch

Lunchtime treat. A thoughtful and varied choice & seasonal menu. Something to suit most tastes and pockets from either the set lunch menu the main menu or daily specials board. Spiced Beetroot soup and Sea Bream really hit the spot. The sticky toffee pudding always on the menu, a delightful finish.

The looks of any normal pub but with exception British classics food. It's not cheap but it's certainly good value.

Had a very good meal here when visiting Huntingdon, it's a real find. Interesting menu, food beautifully presented and, most importantly, delicious. Great service and ambience too. Hoping to have the opportunity to go back!

We visited here on Saturday 18th March and had a drink and a bar snack......unfortunately it was one of those " WALK IN AND EVERYTHING STOPS" kind of pubs.Open fire and wide screen tv with rugby on and decent old traditional furnishings in a wonderful village....but come on Mr Landlord......... at least chat/face your customers.visited 18th march 2017

This is not the first time we have eaten at the Cock and we were not disappointed. My husband had the haddock with poached egg, he said was nice but a bit bland, I had the duck parcel which was good; we both had steaks and they were really tasty; puddings excellent and they got me some soya milk in so I could have a cappuccino, thank you. Lovely meal.

Had tried this as a result of good reviews. Sad to say the actual experience was somewhat rather less than this. My friend, who had been there before, did agree that this was much less than previously experienced. Perhaps "the 'real' chef had over-worked on Valentine's Day". Doubt that we will be returning, as there are other more lovely places [riverside for example] with better food options and way better parking.

Great food, Lovely ambience, fantastic service. We would definitely recommend this pub restaurant.

As usual the food and service were very good. We enjoy a few of the Cambs Cuisine restaurants in Hemingford and Cambridge and they never disappoint. We are always confident to recommend them to friends, or to take family and friends there, and have never had anything but positive feedback. They also offer a good value lunch menu.

Ate there in November 2016 with a friend, and the whole meal was a triumph of flavours. We would particularly commend the much loved sausage and mash combinations as a main course, and the desserts were both fantastic. Will definitely be back soon!

We knew The Cock has just re-opened after extensive renovation and we called on the off chance of getting a table. We got one of the last tables and were not disappointed. The ambience is good, much better, the greeting and friendliness of the staff good. The meal was served quickly and efficiently and the food was good. The menu is a bit limited but that is probably due to the new owners finding their feet. Only comment is that the chairs could do with a cushion!! Well done the Cock just what is needed in and around Thurlow.

Very nice pub/restaurant. Good lunch time menu at 3 courses for £20. Gluten free menu was nicely varied though we had to point out that cous cous is not GF. will definitely return.

Fantastic food, great customer service and lovely well attentive staff. Only mentioned that the food came out very quickly and would suggest slowing down next time as to not feel rushed which was welcomed by the waitress and she valued. Lovely place to eat will spend many more birthdays in this Restuarant!

We have eaten at the cock many times and it is our favourite place to go for good food. Along with their sister pubs of the tickell arms and the crown and punchbowl they make up 3 very good places to eat in and around the Cambridge area.

Just visited for a few drinks after a long country walk, nice enough basic village pub but let down by service. Not a remotely welcoming attitude from barman, no smile, no please or thank you. It costs nothing to make a customer feel welcome and at ease, but a sullen and off - hand approach means no point returning here for us. Beer ok I suppose.

My first experience of the Cock - staff were very friendly and nothing was too much trouble. There were four of us eating and each had a different starter and main - everybody said how delicious theirs was (little bit of food envy going on as they all looked so lovely) ! I was surprised how busy it was for a weekday lunchtime which only goes to prove what a good place it is ! I wouldn't hesitate to visit again or to recommend it.

A very nice village and lovely pub environment, much renowned locally and appearing in the Michelin Guide. I was, however, left a little underwhelmed and felt the prices too high for what I considered to be slightly above average pub food. Soup for starters was salty, and my selection of sausages and mash disappointingly bland. My children and wife had very little choice being vegetarian, and left a lot of what they were served. This possibly says more about them than the food itself, but more options would have been welcome. Sad to say that we won't be returning any time soon.

We had a most enjoyable tasty meal The food was well cooked and presented. We ate from the limited choice menu. The staff were friendly and attentive but not overly so . We were catching up with friends and were able to enjoy a leisurely lunch without Being rushed

Friendly restaurant with comfortable decor and excellent varied menu.

Our trip to Hemmingofrd Grey was as part of an exploration of the ancient manor in the village. So we wanted to select a suitable venue for a large group to eat and chat. It was a very special family reunion but we all had different tastes. The eclectic range of dishes on offer was superb and met all exectations and exceeded them. We were really thrilled with the meal, the ambience and the high quality service. Superb!

A nice friendly pub with a good outside seating area, weather permitting! The service and food was excellent. We were there to use vouchers I had been given to celebrate my 60th birthday.

Very disappointed. Told you it waa a Golden Wedding celebration. Nothing special on arrival poor service wrong wine error with starters main meal of lemon sole was rubbish till not working bill not itemised just a total. Would like my £175 refunded. Have been before hence return but totally disappinted

Just amazing food. Great service. Super wine. It does cost, but with the whole experience it's totally worth it.

A warm sunny afternoon with a cold beer in a large beer garden with a quiet country village. What more could you ask for? Friendly bar staff and a large array of beers and ales The chilli peanuts were delicious

Great restaurant- decent decor, varied menu, tasty food that has exceeded expectations, brilliant service, was a pleasure from start to finish

Unless you're from round these parts I wouldn't bother. Not particularly friendly maybe because it was busy with locals couldn't be bothered to serve outsiders. We visited to see if it was somewhere we could come back to another time for something to eat but wouldn't risk it

Top notch pub with great dining. Quite rightly in the Good Pub guide as one of the top 10 dining pubs in the UK (and I've eaten in a lot). Not one bad point in the whole meal. Wine was spot on, crab and leek tart absolutely melt in the mouth with a great salad, lemon sole cooked to perfection with a shellfish sauce adding a punch. Mrs Bobs duck was polished off along with the herb rosti it came with which added a light touch to an often overly rich meal. She never finishes her main courses. Staff lovely too. And it's all within ambling distance of lovely riverside walks. What's not to love. Go there.

Although we have eaten here quite a few times over the years, our visits are becoming less frequent due to the near impossibility of getting a table at a reasonable time. We opted for 6.45 this time even though it was earlier than we have ever eaten in a restaurant. My only slightly negative comment would be the small quantities served. The dishes were imaginatively conceived, perfectly prepared and well presented and we are no strangers to nouvelle cuisine, but this is a village gastro-pub after all, so the small quantities were a slight disappointment.

Wonderful service with great food. Good selection of ales, ciders and wines.

Very happy with food & service . We have been before &twill definitely go again

The menu wasn't huge so between us we sampled over half of it. It didn't disappoint! Dishes were imaginative, tasty and well presented. The company wasn't bad either.

The menu offered a reasonable selection of foods, and when the fish menu was included as well as the specials quite a wide variety to suit almost all. The food quality was good and well cooked. The dessert was very slow in coming and without us complaining we were offered complementary coffee as neither of us drink coffee, no alternative was given.

As a fairly regular visitor to the Cock, I know that I'm always going to have a great meal, but this time the starter surpassed anything I've had before. What looked to be a very simple plate of asparagus, Parma ham, a poached egg and truffle shavings was just fantastic. The cooked bits were cooked perfectly and the flavours all worked together so well. Main and pud also great, but my taste memory is only of the starter! Service is excellent - attentive, but not invasive. Wine list is varied and reasonable. Blackadder in the loo is always worth a listen to as well!

My wife and I went with 3 friends on a very busy Saturday night. The service was helpful, polite and extremely efficient. The food was a real delight, and I would especially recommend the chateaubriand which was truly gorgeous. Will certainly return tom the Cock and a big thank you for a most pleasant evening.

The atmosphere and service throughout our visit was great and all the meat we ordered was excellent. However I did have some issues with the food. I couldn't describe my starter of deep fried calamari as chewy but it was definitely firmer than I'd hoped for. My wife's scollop dish was excellent. My main disappointment was the garlic and potato rosti that accompanied my duck main course. The potato was slightly under cooked and there was so much raw tasting garlic in it I couldn't eat it as if I did it meant I couldn't taste anything else but garlic for several minutes afterwards. The accompanying duck was excellent as were the puddings we both had. So overall it was a mixed bag with some real highs but sadly also some accompanying low points.

This is the first time I've eaten at this restaurant at night, having had lunch here last month. The menu changed on the night we came so I was disappointed not to get the hazelnut gnocchi, which I had been told was amazing! On this occasion we decided not to have a starter and go straight into the main. The vegetarian choice was a bit limited with the ubiquitous risotto as one option (that I chose). It was very tasty but not very adventurous. My partner chose lamb cutlets and said they were delicious. Good wholesome food! The desserts we chose were the petit fours, which were very, very nice, and the rhubarb, which, although didn't taste enough of rhubarb for me, was tasty all the same. There was also an extensive fish menu on the blackboard including sea bass and king prawns. For meat and fish eaters I'm sure it is very inviting. The wine list was exclusively from the south of France and not to my taste. Although I found the house rose acceptable it wasn't what I would have chosen given a more extensive choice. We found that the noise level was quite high, making conversation quite difficult and it was a surprise to see children in there, as we were expecting it to be adults only at night. However, it wasn't a problem as they were well behaved. The waiting staff were great; very attentive all evening without being over the top. I would go there again to sample the other veggie option but would probably wait until the menu changes again before I make a third visit.

We met some friends for lunch there last week as we had enjoyed a really delicious meal there with them before Christmas. We all ordered the speciality sausages, which we had so enjoyed before, but, sadly, something was lacking in them this time, and the horseradish and mustard mash recommended to accompany them was not very pleasant. It was as if a whole jar of whole grain mustard had been stirred into it with horseradish sauce, which overpowered everything. My husband's squid, on the other hand, as his starter was perfect, and my crab tart also. We will return, I am sure, as we like the pub and the staff are very pleasant.

Really convenient location for travellers on the A14, just a few minutes off the main road. Lunch was very well cooked and excellent value, with attentive and friendly service. I would definitely make this a regular visit.

Second time eating at The Cock in Hemmingfod Grey, and couldn't be happier. The food and service is above par! Hard to find good venison and steaks, but this place has done it! The venison served, cooked just right and melts in your mouth. The Wine selection perfectly matches the dinner options, and is superb.

This restaurant/ pub had a lovely atmosphere - classy and elegant but still casual enough that some diners were there in their ugg boots (this is not a criticism!). Food was good - mostly homely (e.g. I had their home made sausages, and they looked rustic), but the desserts were pretty glamorous. While all the food was good, the highlight for me was the onion sauce that I chose to go with the sausages - rich and dark and sticky. It was amazing. I also chose the black pudding mash, which wasn't really that different from normal mash, but to be fair, I was probably dazzled by the onion sauce. Service was efficient but not rushed. Our 3 course meal didn't take much more than an hour and a half, though that suited us, and we didn't feel rushed at any point.

My partner and I visited the Cock with little expectation. It was an absolute delight. The service and food was impeccable. Its a fantastic venue, I can't recommend it high enough. Great job and we will definitely be visiting it again.

Booked for 7:15 last Thursday with a party of six. Seated quickly and a warm welcome. The Cock catered for all our needs (finicky 15 yo in the party) and a truly excellent meal. Highly recommended.

Met friends for dinner here. There is a lot of variety to suit all tastes and budgets. The service was excellent. When we went, there was an Irish Band playing which added to the ambience. A great evening!

Always perfect. The duck parcels are just wonderful, but everything we have tried here is first rate

The Cock is a lovely village pub that has a charming atmosphere and hearty food. I regularly order their homemade sausages and mash combo which is great value and quality. The staff can't be faulted, very friendly and attentive. It is very popular so expect it to be busy, hence the restaurant can be a little noisy (not a bad thing but ask for a quiet table in advance if you're hoping to be out of the main bustle). I look forward to my next visit.

This is the second time my partner and I have been to The Cock, and despite a 3 year gap it didn't disappoint. Great food, great night. Thanks to all the staff. Will be sure to come again

I booked The Cock a while ago and we looked forward to a delicious meal - it didn't disappoint. The ambience, food and staff were all excellent. It is popular so you do need to book in advance but well worth the visit. Plese keep up the good work...

A lovely evening with nice surroundings and very good service. The food was delicious. Would recommend to anyone wanting great nosh.

A group of 5 ate here for my wife's birthday and I can't be anything other than complimentary about the food. We all had great meals and the service was great too. We were though a bit shocked by the price. We had 2 non drinkers in the group but the bill came to nearly £300 and not everyone had 3 courses. Ultimately it's a very good pub so this felt toppy. Anyway can't argue with quality just would have to be a special occasion to justify the price.

Spectacular food, lovely service and a really cozy atmosphere, this place never disappoints.

Hazelnut Gnocchi with garlic and rocket was outstanding, the mix of textures and flavours showcases the chef's palate. All round good food and flexibility to modify selection for the customer is classy.

Me and my family had dinner here to celebrate my husband's 50th birthday. The food was lovely and the service was very good. Staff were very attentive and friendly. They were very accommodating when I arrived earlier in the day with balloons to decorate our table and a birthday cake. Although quite expensive for a pub/restaurant it was well worth it for a special occasion. We will no doubt return in the not to distant future.

Had a great meal on New Year's Eve, which I am sure was a really busy night for them, however we did not feel rushed or under any pressure to move on. The food was lovely and a good quality meal.

Great atmosphere, lovely staff and yummy food! Look forward to our next trip

Main course of roast beef was served with tepid vegetables and brussel sprouts which were very undercooked, so much so that it was difficult to insert a fork. The poor quality was in contrast to previous experience.

Enjoyable evening food good staff very attentive I would return 👍

The menu was impressive with a good range of dishes and price points, and I and my friends all enjoyed our food. The only downside was the speed of the service. The waiting staff were all lovely, but it seemed as if our table was sort of forgotten about for long periods of time. A shame - but it wouldn't necessarily stop me going back.

Had an initial hiccup but was sorted by the fabulous manager. All staff very friendly and obliging. Food divine. Wine was awesome. Beats most Michelin places by miles. Thankyou for agreat Friday evening.

Were well cared for in every way. Waiting staff knowledgeable about the food and it's contents. Friendly atmosphere and would certainly come again when in the area.

Staff were lovely and food was good but not cheap. Great spot to drop in for a hearty lunch or a warming meal

Lovely food and good service. It was load so was difficult to talk, the room probably could of done with some soft furnishings to help absorb some of the noise.

On your website it states you are open from 6 to 11 pm. We had booked a table for 6.30 and arrived a few minutes early and were told that our table was not ready despite the restaurant being empty. We were informed rather officiously to wait! I think some staff training might be needed!

We were running late (there were 6 of us) and when we called they were very accommodating and moved us back 30 mins with no problems. The waitress was pleasant and helpful if a little inexperienced and was not great with some of our questions - however she quickly found someone who was and they were brilliant. The food was great and we had clean plates after all courses - always a sure sign of quality. The menu is not huge however, it seemed to cater for all tastes and in my view a smaller menu usually means the chef has a real understanding of the dishes. From what we tasted this is certainly the case. It was my birthday and I always dread my family making a 'show' however my pudding arrived with one candle a my family sang happy birthday - all very pain free for me and enough to satisfy the family!! I would not hesitate to recommend this restaurant

Service was very good although we were told that the soup was Leek & Potato when it turned out to be Carrot and Coriander which was too spicy for me. The waitress was very apologetic but it was too late by then as I had already started it. Some of the main courses had some strange combinations (roast beef with poached egg) which put me off from ordering some of them. Had the haddock & risotto. Liked the haddock but wasn't keen on the risotto. Would have preferred peas & chips! Overall a very nice atmosphere with attentive staff and good food (& good beer), if a little too adventurous main course combinations for me. Plus slightly on the expensive side.

This was our second booking for a family special meal and the food choice was excellent and the staff are very helpful and friendly.

always great service, there for a light lunch, fab food, great place to eat must go more, sometimes dont visit for months but its always same great standard

Menu is simple but the dishes are imaginative. Flavours are excellent. Portions are about right. Cheese board is very tempting, as are the desserts. The wines are from one region in France. An interesting idea and it works in that there is something for everyone. The staff pull everything together to make it a really good dining experience. Oh, and the gratuities are at your discretion.

WE went for our wedding anniversary. Food was ok but considering the price was expecting better quality and something special but not impressed at all. Very pricey and noisy restaurant. We are disappointed and will not return

We always try to eat here when visiting this area. As we live 200 miles away we can't visit as often as we might like. Atmosphere always very pleasant and the staff all very obliging. having eaten here twice a year for the last three years I can say we have always been delighted with the food, the service and the overall feel of the place. We will be back again next year.

As per the title the food and service were really good ..lovely charming serving staff..beautiful tasty sausages and the only negative was that as we were seated at the back of the restaurant next to the double doors leading out to the garden we were subject to customers and staff constantly marching up and down the corridor nearly all of whom left the door wide open every time so that we were cold and found it hard to enjoy any sort of peace...so please lock those doors and send people through another way..and we weren't the only ones to feel this

This venue is clean, spacious with tasteful decor. Three of us all tried different dishes - all very good with reasonable portion size. The cost befits the quality of the food and staff are attentive. Only criticism would be the range of desserts - most over-sweet, would be good to offer lighter and less sweet options.

Efficient service,never pressing or hurrying,always polite and friendly

We have eaten here many times and it has never disappointed. A good mix on the menu between lower cost, speciality, homemade sausages to excellent, imaginative, daily fish dishes. And you can listen to episodes of Blackadder while visiting the toilets!

The food was exceptional - delicious, well-constructed dishes, well-cooked and beautifully presented. The service was friendly if a little slow.

We enjoyed a very tasty lunch at the friendly and quality restaurant. The food is thoughtful and well prepared and the service exceptional. Our only quibble was the desserts menu which, apart from the sticky toffee pudding all seemed a bit same - fruity with something creamy in most cases. What was missing was a really indulgent dark chocolate dessert (which they said they do at weekends but is needed everyday in our view).

Lunch set menu was a well balanced range of options and all three courses were served efficiently. Quality of food excellent and staff efficient and welcom ing. Good wine list with selec ted wines available by the glass or 500cl carafe. Highly recommended.

Food,service ,menu,produce, location excellent if you get chance go !!!!!!

I've been here a few times now, and have loved it each time. The ingredients are obviously carefully sourced. Every thing is fresh and full of flavour. Might be a bit pricey for some, so check out the menus so you are comfortable it's within your budget, but I've paid a lot more for a lot worse quality and so in my opinion it's good value.

Loved this place - food was amazing. Would recommend this place for celebrations special occasions as it is something special. Can't wait to go back. The service was good and the staff were friendly

3 friends. 3 delicious meals. We were greated immediately. The menu was explained clearly. The staff were personable and attentive. All three of us thoroughly enjoyed our duck ,sea bass and raspberry jelly and elderflower jelly with sorbet. We will definitely return.

The food was superb, the taste was real fantastic. My partner had the duck and it was cooked to perfection. I had the pork, cheese and pickle sausages with the Hemmingford mash, each mouthful was strong and divine. The staff were really friendly and pleasant. All in all a very good meal at a lovely venue and we won't hesitate to go back

Great food, good service, lots of character definitely worth a visit!!

it was refreshing to have the opportunity of choosing to eat unusual foods. Lovage soup was delicious! Other dishes on the menu used interesting combinations of flavours. Our meals were beautifully presented and portions generous. Good quality ingredients offering good value and satisfied customers. Staff were extremely helpful and friendly creating an inviting atmosphere.

I had the duck which was amazing and so tender. The service was impeccable. As it was a Tuesday night which is steak and chop night we were shown the the different cuts and informed of the best way to have them served. There was not one thing I could fault about the evening.

I went with a group from work on steak night. Everyone's streak was excellent! I had the rather unusual hangar cut, which was perhaps a little rare (the waiter recommended medium for this cut, but mine was definitely the rare side of medium rare). Very attentive service, and excellent food! Thoroughly recommended!

The staff were all very friendly and helpful. The four of us all enjoyed our meals very much. The cheese tartlet was beautifully cheesy and I will have it again, hopefully. My chicken was succulent, which is not often a word used with chicken and the potato terrine was good. The duck was described as very good by two and my husband enjoyed his steak very much We will return in the near future to repeat the experience. Thank you for a very nice evening.

We both had the roast beef and agreed that it was one of the tastiest Sunday lunches that we have had.

Lovely village location, "gastro pub" style. Interior is well designed; plenty of room between tables to be comfortable in busy times, although our weekday lunch was pleasantly not over crowded. Menu choice was so interesting and imaginative it was difficult to choose our meals from the wide selection plus a Specials Board which featured fish starers and mains. My Lovage Soup with Smoked Salmon Beignets was better than anticipated, very flavoursome, as were the Devilled Lambs Kidneys. We chose Beef Wellington for Two as our main. Served with red cabbage, tender stem broccoli, Dauphinois potatoes and Port Sauce! Every part of the dish was cooked to perfection and full of flavour and no soggy bottom on the pastry either. The desert menu was another wonderful challenge so we agreed on Rose Water Pannacotta with Raspberry Sorbet and the Pistachio and Lemon Cake to share between us. Only problem was they were both so good we almost didn't want to give half away. Service was carried out by a young team in smart black outfits, working seamless together for their customers. A very pleasant change indeed to be served by such happy and friendly staff. We plan to revisit and explore the menu further whilst enjoying a lovely dining experience again!

The three starters chosen: scallops on black pudding, clam risotto and devilled kidneys were all presented beautifully and absolutely delicious with the scallops cooked and seasoned perfectly. The three main courses were salmon and horseradish Wellington ,hake on dhal and chicken with a truffle mousse. The chicken was exceptional and the most flavoursome ,succulent chicken ever eaten. The chefs appeared to be young but they are extremely talented and a credit to your good reputation.The puddings all sounded lovely but we were all too full......next time!

Service was a bit slow as the place was very busy when we arrived. Good choice of food, friendly and welcoming staff and a cosy atmosphere. Just what we wanted - and the Sticky Toffee pudding was as wonderful as always!

A friend recommend this place as it has steak night on Tuesdays. The steak was amazing. It was a great cut of beef and was cooked perfectly. The presentation and sides were also top notch

We waited an hour for our meal, the three young waitresses spent most of their time chatting at the bar area to the point I had to ask to be served drinks. Badly managed. The food was ok when it finally came but the sausages were undercooked and the portions small and overpriced. The room was cold and the loos baking hot thanks to a heater on full blast. Wouldn't go back in a rush which is a shame as we used to visit all the time before it was a chain.

Lovely warm welcome...gorgeous food...great service with a smile. What more could anyone ask for?! Will definitely return for a repeat performance! Many thanks to everyone!

Booked a few weeks ago to celebrate a special occasion and this place never let's us down.! The service from walking in to departing for the evening it was fantastic five star treatment . The food is perfectly cooked and my commitments to the chef!! Cannot fault a thing! ... Would throughly recommend a visit! We look forward yo booking it again.