Based on 1.509 opinions finded in 3 websites
Based on 1.509 opinions finded in 3 websites
Nº 286 in 365 in Newcastle-under-Lyme
Nº 54 of 60 British in Newcastle-under-Lyme
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Met up with some friends for some drinks. All casks were on and tasted great. A few in watching the sports on the TV. Also had a impromptu burger which was not shy on all the trimmings.
vic . 2024-10-31
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Called in here today to treat our son (uni student up the road) to a meal out. Warm greeting at the bar from the young lady serving and no wait for our drinks. Picked table and then went back up to the bar to order our food. The starter came out quickly which was a boneless chicken plate, well presented, hot and tasty. Our mains came shortly after and we were really impressed given the price of the food here, it surpassed our expectations by far. I ordered the surf and turf which arrived on a sizzling skillet, my son had a chicken burger with bacon and cheese which he quickly demolished and my husband had the curry feast which I was honestly a little envious of ! Each member of staff we came across was friendly and even though it was busy the service was spot on. We all thoroughly enjoyed our meals and wouldn’t hesitate to return here :-)
Sarah J . 2024-10-30
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Friendly and polite staff. Good food. Lovely atmosphere
Gillian Matthews . 2024-10-28
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Food was brilliant for the price Staff are friendly and engaged with the children at the table Bar staff were attentive and polite Great place for cheap good food
Vicky Roden . 2024-10-28
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4 real ales on tap at great prices . Staff helpful and friendly. Reasonable food at reasonable prices.
Steve Burke . 2024-10-25
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I went here with my daughter. I had booked a table. Chose what we were eating, went to the bar, and paid. Waited a short time for our meals. The food was good, tasty, hot. Good pub grub
dianne Dixon . 2024-10-23
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Dog friendly, warm, clean relaxing
Benjamin Cope . 2024-10-19
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The meal was exactly as expected (very good) and the staff were very hospitable
Alison Hickman . 2024-10-16
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Very well kept cask ales, excellent pint of Plum Porter
Bill Shawcross . 2024-10-15
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Amazing place best sizzler in whole area Man in space eat your heart out. I won't be going there again niw I've experienced this one!
Kelvin Stevens . 2024-10-15
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We called in yesterday wanting to eat but decided it was too busy and everyone seemed to be sitting on top of each other. Any table that was empty still had the dishes on uncollected. We had a lovely pint of San Miguel but took it outside in the fresh air. Large outdoor seating area. Bar area not seperate to the lounge area so that was a bit rowdy at the bar with a few of the older regulars a little bit under the influence. Would return for food at a quiter time maybe on a lunch. Friends eat here regularly and say its value for money. The Lady that served us was friendly whilst also trying to banter with the said locals.
harveysworlds . 2024-10-14
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Friendly staff, great food and atmosphere
Darren Hewitt . 2024-10-13
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Just visited the Dick Turpin for tea and to use a 40% voucher. Front of house staff are always pleasant. However the place needs a good deep clean. Now for the food... we both decided to play it safe and have a burger, my husband had a double beef burger and I had a beef burger with buttermilk chicken. Chips were nice and hot so finished them first with the bbq dip. Then I started to eat my burger, due to its size I cut it in half. When I picked up the second half and looked at what I was about to eat I felt instantly sick. A big clump of hairs with bits of fluff holding them all together. My Husband instantly emptied his mouth back onto his plate and I called a member of staff. This was not just a single hair, in my opinion it looked like my burger had been dropped on the floor and picked up a few unwanted passengers. The waitress took the food away then sent a much younger colleague to offer us a free drink or dessert. I asked for a refund and one was given. This pub used to be nice,clean and served tasty (hairless) food. What's happened?
James M . 2024-10-10
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Go to place for a quick drink and a bit food
Gary Brazier . 2024-10-04
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Excellent food and brilliant atmosphere!
jack parkes . 2024-09-25
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Donna and the team always helpful, great food brilliant service 😃
Chris Mountford . 2024-09-25
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Amazing food and friendly staff will be returning
gemma Burton . 2024-09-25
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Chain pub atmosphere / chain pub food / chain pub setting in everyday regard... pretty reasonable for price if that's what you want. None of the 'free salad' here that you get at other places, which then inflate their price accordingly so that it's far from 'free' . We go here when there are several of us wanting to go out, as likely to have something for everyone on the menu
cate Knowles . 2024-09-20
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Staff here are amazing! Nothing is ever too much for them. Keep up the good work 👏
Rachael Gribbin . 2024-09-19
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Always feel you get a solid value meal here, good service, tables and toliets kept clean.
Vincent Perkins . 2024-09-15
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We had a really lovely fish and chips 2 for 11.75.Cooked beautifully.
R Bailey . 2024-09-07
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First off, this is my favourite No.1 pub in the ST5 area, both for food and drink. That said we booked a table, early evening, for a family birthday party. We arrived to see a sign on the door saying, kitchen problems, no food. We enquired at the bar and they said, as we had booked that they would honour our booking. The “sizzling “ platters arrived, unfortunately no sizzle. We didn’t send them back as I don’t think they had a chef? Any way, nearly all the food was Luke warm at best, the gravy and the chips were cold. Very disappointing evening in an empty room! Fortunately it won’t stop me from going back for the fish and chips! Also, last 3 visits, been plagued by dive bombing house flies, some serious swatting needed!
Leafydanny . 2024-08-30
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As a chain pub we know what to expect. It was good value whilst the food was average quality. The outside of the building was unclean and untidy, there were glasses and bottles from previous guests when we arrived. Those and more were still there when we left after our meal. The staff were friendly.
Andrew Woodhouse . 2024-08-24
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The food was nice and the service quick even though they had a large party in at the same time.
Fiona Ellis . 2024-08-18
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Fantastic place , beer Fantastic, food is out off this world, staff are brilliant 👏 👌 😀
ian walker . 2024-08-09
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Great friendly staff , great prices , great food would recommend
John Smith . 2024-08-09
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Amazing never had such a good meal not from down here but come to see family often and come here every time and it’s amazing never disappointed the food is amazing and the wait time is always quick drinks and food are spectacular and the price is outstanding one of the best fish I ever had staff are lovely aswell ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Billy-jay . 2024-08-08
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Great food and great value for money 💰 and staff are very helpful.
Tracy Flanagan . 2024-08-05
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Went for goodbye drinks with friends and really enjoyed the atmosphere and took advantage of the cocktail deal. Bit worse for wear this morning though!
vic . 2024-07-27
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Great food and lovely relaxed atmosphere, busy happy pub
Barbara Kitson . 2024-07-26
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It was very nice everyone was friendly very good food
John Preston . 2024-07-25
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Can't remember the exact amount of the lunch time meal deal but can remember what fantastic value it was and tasty. Where else can you sit down with Gammon, egg and chips, lasagne, garlic bread and chips, one large pepsi, and a pint of Guinness for £21.. absolute bargain, well done.
Andrew Steventon . 2024-07-23
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Kinda disappointed. Ordered a Giant Gyros. Received half plate of vegetables. Under the few piece of fries and meat. 😐 This is not a gyros. The Hunters Chicken is tasteless, the other chicken plate has a few chicken whats raw/not cooked properly. Anyway, if you need a good headchef, call me. 😉 (I saved 2 restaurant from closing down and doubled the daily sales.)
Kovács Zsolt Péter . 2024-07-20
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Good size car park, got served in reasonable time. Meals were better than before.
David McGowan . 2024-07-17
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Great food for the price you pay. Staff welcoming and pleasant
Andrea Garner . 2024-07-16
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First time trying here today. I ordered fish & chips my partner ordered surf & turf. When the food came out fish looked nice but when eating it was sloppy inside it was like eating mush. Also found hair on my plate along with long stringy things from the fish. My partners steak, which we upgraded to 8oz was just pure fat no meat on at all. Couldn’t speak to staff as no one came to us to ask if meal was ok, we also waited 15/20 mins after finishing for plates to clear so we could talk to them, but they didn’t clear our table either. Will not be returning.
chloe brown . 2024-07-13
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Great lunch, friendly and helpful team. All food nicely presented and enjoyed by adults and children. We come here often but this was a great visit - than you
Love to Travel . 2024-07-07
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Declan - on the bar amazing customer service very quick and polite Callum &Megan on the restaurant serving food to customers very polite Checked and made sure everything was well with the food Chef- cooked everything exactly how I wanted it- First time here. And will definitely will be returning- I’ve never felt comfortable going out for food but this is the place to visit- keep up the good work guys x
Ewan W . 2024-07-05
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Lovely food for pub food. Not home cooked
Julie Simpson . 2024-07-03
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Me and my partner have been here numerous occasions now, and it's been good to very poor, but today they hit an all time low, unedable rubbish, when my girlfriend complained they said they would have a word but never returned. Don't let my review stop you from having drinks their as it has a really nice atmosphere, sadly I can't say the same about the food.
Movie M . 2024-07-03
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Sizzler pub, the snapping came quickly and was very nice. The staff were very friendly, and there's loads of car parking space. The name of the pub appeals to my childish humour also.
mark fromstoke . 2024-06-17
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A slight wait but the food when arrived was spot on
Jacqueline Frost . 2024-06-15
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Fab staff, fab team and great food! Definitely would recommend coming here.
Danielle Darbyshire . 2024-06-08
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Best place around. Great staff great food
Jessie Bannister . 2024-06-07
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So good, always our go to spot. Best staff around. Foods always lovely atmosphere 10/10 . Guiz night and cheap drinks. Couldnt recommend more.
Astria B . 2024-06-07
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Good service, standard fair, well delivered
Val Pentony . 2024-06-07
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Really good food and the atmosphere is great! Great value for money and the puddings are lovely! The outdoor space is wonderful in the summer and the fact they are dog friendly is a bonus! Would recommend booking if wanting to bring the dog as always busy!
Danni D . 2024-06-07
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Walked in greeted by lovely staff whom were very helpful and polite, would highly recommend if looking for lovely food and good atmosphere.
Callum Betts . 2024-06-07
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Very friendly staff and a very relaxing atmosphere.
David Dobson . 2024-06-05
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Not quite a ‘spoons but not bad and pretty good value
Geoff Berrow . 2024-06-02
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Great family dining at affordable prices.
Stuat Littlewood . 2024-05-28
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I bet the Greeks do not have that much boiled veggies tucked away from view and covered in a bit of meat and some fries. And I bet they don't empty a whole bottle of mayo per portion. The food, well, half of it anyway, went back. Service was OK-ish. Late, no cutlery, no napkins, had to go back for everything, she apologised and was very friendly, but still very late. Not going back there anytime soon, not recommending this to my friends. I care too much about them.
Romeo Tomescu . 2024-05-24
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Its a lovely pub, staff friendly and food lovely nice prices and family friendly too.
Kerry Beeston . 2024-05-19
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Service service service. N line to be served , 2 barmen on duty , the one who served the person in front of me said to other patrons were before me on the other side of the bar and he went to serve them fair enough. Four other people joined line that side of the bar and were being served by second bar staff. So much for next in line each one of these customers ordered food in front of me then when eventually the first bar person came to take my order there was then a thirty minute wait.
Peter Norgrove . 2024-05-15
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The food was great, the service was very good nothing was too much trouble for us. The only thing was the service behind the bar was a little slow. It was very popular and maybe needed another person behind the bar to help out when there was a queue? Nevertheless we will be coming back to sample more of your menu. Thanks Jill.
Jill Vaughan . 2024-05-15
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A good pub of the Sizzling brand. Food and drinks of a good value although I would wish the staff knew how to make a cocktail properly and present it like the menu photos instead of throwing whatever spirits into the easiest available glass. Parking is ample and food is great though with lots to choose from.
Jack Bourne . 2024-05-15
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A special thank you to Jas, thank you very much for being so helpful and lovely.
Lauren Kate . 2024-05-14
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It's my local come up all the time for meals enjoy it everytime I come up
Sarah Bird . 2024-05-01
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Food was adequate, nothing to shout about
Alison Cooper . 2024-04-30
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Had two fish and chips that were cooked beautifully and not at all greasy. Staff were very friendly and attentive. It was busy but we didn't have to wait long for our meals. Lovely warm and comfortable pub. We enjoyed our visit we re-booked straight away.
Anthony Ball . 2024-04-24
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Used this pub many times with no problems . Yesterday went with my husband had a mixed grill the chips looked and tasted like they had been fried refried and refried again hard over cooked not nice
Christine Wise . 2024-04-18
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Very nice surroundings dog friendly, food was good and good value with friendly staff, all in a pleasurable experience.
Alan Gold . 2024-04-17
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Food was lovely, went for a wake. Unfortunately it was very busy, the area wasn't cornered off and people kept coming in and asking about the table. Not pubs totally pubs fault. But if it was solely in the conservatory as discussed maybe a barrier like a queueing one would stop this. As happening numerous times Food wise... amazing!
Jessica Viggars . 2024-04-15
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Great prices, relaxing atmosphere and lovely staff. Food was brilliant
Emma Wright . 2024-04-02
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Regular customer here and on the whole very satisfied. Food / drinks/ staff/ atmosphere all very good. My big gripe is the LOUD MUSIC ! Go in for a nice meal and a chat, and you have to shout to hear a conversation above the awful, non descript row. Please management GET RID OF IT !.
Terrence C . 2024-03-26
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Quite busy at 2pm Monday. Good came quick and was quite nice. I had the vegan option of BBQ ribs
K Bech . 2024-03-20
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The staff were great! The food was lovely. Unfortunately no fizzy drinks from the pumps, but I’m sure this was a one off as they’re usually fine
debbi wilkinson . 2024-03-16
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Not been for a while and they have a new menu but it was absolutely lovely. Tried the chicken and mushroom pie and the salted caramel profiteroles, both were delicious. Definitely won't leave it as long to come back next time
Marilyn Hilton . 2024-03-16
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My belated mother’s day meal completely ruined by an extremely rude and arrogant manager who does not deserve a job. Lady behind bar who took food order made a mistake, pressed wrong button on till so one of the meals was wrong. The manager came over and caused a scene demanding extra money for THEI R mistake. She was not at all apologetic, my son went over to the bar to try to sort it out with her, she had absolutely no skill whatsoever in trying to resolve the problem, spoke to him like dirt and just kept demanding extra money. My son paid the extra money in the end to shut her up, so we did not stop for sweets or extra drinks, couldn’t get out quickly enough. Look out everybody so it does not happen to you. Defo won’t be going back there. My belated mother’s day meal completely ruined.
Beula W . 2024-03-12
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Lovely lunch this afternoon. Tried some of the new chicken dishes-Spicy Chicken Nachos for starter and Crispy Chicken Feast for main-bf had breaded mushrooms and a Mega Mixed Grill. Fabulous 👌🤩
Jo Roberts . 2024-03-11
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The staff and food was excellent
Stuart Harding . 2024-03-02
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Told us we had to wait 45 mins for food we waiting 1 hour and 10 mins . The food was lovely we finished went up to the bar to order puddings to be told they have. Stopped serving food now 🤬 so we r not happy there was 5 of us
Alison Crowe . 2024-03-02
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Nice atmosphere, easy access, nice food
Lesley Brindley . 2024-02-27
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Had lunch here with my friend and my daughter. We got there at 12 pm, and the majority of the tables were reserved. We eventually managed to find one in the conservatory. The first thing we both commented on was the sticky floor. We ordered meals from the 2 meals for £11.75 menu, I had the fish and chips with garden peas, and my friend had the lasagne with garlic bread. My daughter had the under 5s kids meal for £4.49 which she chose 2 fish fingers, garlic bread, and beans, and make your own sundae and a lemonade. Food arrived promptly and was piping hot. The fish was beautifully cooked, and the batter wasn't greasy. We all commented on how nice the meals were. A service check back was carried out. The pub also had pictures and colouring in crayons for children. We had no faults about the food. What let it down was all the tables being reserved and the sticky floor.
Mairi Mackenzie . 2024-02-24
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Thoroughly good lunch, good food and service. Minor disappointment was that the table was in the corner and too dark. Note for next time...a different table.
Bruce Beeston . 2024-02-24
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This place is serving great food.
Vladimir Dordevic . 2024-02-17
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Great food, reasonably priced, polite and helpful staff too. Returning customer and will definitely be back
Liza Massey . 2024-02-16
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Food was great as always, came out quickly staff are one of the best aroumd always up for a chat and super helpful. Cant recommended this pub more ! Especially if you have a dog 🐕
astreaj1989 . 2024-02-15
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Lovely pub, great atmosphere and amazing food.
Finley Jones . 2024-02-15
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Lovely atmosphere and great food!
Milena . 2024-02-15
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Have been several times but just want to say this place never fails. Staff are always lovely staff, very accommodating our needs and its always a great atmosphere. Although they were busy (testament to how good the place is) the food was spot on. Been a while since i was last here but i will definitely be back again
dtmManchester . 2024-02-15
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Beautiful meal, presentation was excellent, food was hot, it was very busy but the staff found us a table, staff were excellent, advised on vegetarian options for my friend, loved the relaxed atmosphere couldn’t fault it, staff always appear to be happy even though they are certainly kept busy, would defo recommend and shall be returning
Maria P . 2024-02-15
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The food was very good and the staff were friendly as always.
Jessica Mollart Price . 2024-02-15
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Lovely food and friendly staff. Dog friendly is a plus too! Pub is always nicely decorated and the food is always really good for the price! Definitely recommend but also recommend booking as it does get busy!
dannid650 . 2024-02-14
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Love this place! Always have the gammon or mixed grill and I've never had any complaints. Lovely bar staff too especially Vic!
emma l . 2024-02-14
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Can't complain dog friendly restaurant food was hot the sevice and speed was great
Brittany Wright . 2024-02-12
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Good atmosphere, good friendly service and reasonably priced food. Good menu for kids
bridget harrison . 2024-02-09
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Visited last night with a friend, we set up a tab and explained we had a voucher and the woman said that's fine. A few hours later I went to pay the tab, the woman ( her name was vic) was quite rude in saying we couldn't use the voucher. Which wasn't a problem so we payed, after paying I asked why we couldn't use it as the woman before said it was fine, she failed to give an explanation so I asked to speak to the manager, she said the manger doesn't work Saturdays, so then I asked for an assistant manager she said they don't have one ( they do she lives above the pub) she then turned to my friend and was very,very rude to her she involved a few selective words that were uncalled for. I explained she was being rude and out of order, she then told us to "get the f**k out" not very professional as we only asked to talk to a manager or assistant manger. Our other friend then came to us as he over heard and also explained she was being vile and out of order. We have been customers for many years here and never had any problems until last night. I don't think this woman should be allowed near customers, she has no customer service at all and definitely no manners she is very rude and a very dirty choice of words. I will be coming in over the next few days to speak to the manger to pit my complaint in further, we go there to have a good time not to get verbally abused by the staff members.
Fred B . 2024-02-04
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Brilliant bar good fun staff great carlin is good 👍
rachel toohey . 2024-02-02
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Always, a welcoming pub. Staff really helpful and polite. A good choice on the menu at really competitive prices.
Eileen Hargreaves . 2024-02-01
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Excellant service, nice food, great value, will be back.
jackie Shaw . 2024-01-31
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I'd like to thank who ever is running this lovely pub. Clearly have the customers at the heart. Very reasonably priced, which is hard to come by in these times. But the kids meal! No skimping here, lovely varied plate of food and all for £1 with an adult meal. Absolutely amazing value and so thoughtful for struggling families. Everything from drinks to food is reasonable on price meaning the pub is inclusive to all. Welldone ☺️ mom of a kid that went to bed with a full tummy ☺️ also staff and kitchen accommodating to food intolerances 👍
R E Edward . 2024-01-24
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Well priced food, service good, ensure you book a table on a Saturday. It is busy with locals.
Garry Lockwood . 2024-01-15
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We haven't been here for a quite a while but it is just as lovely as we remember. Lovely food and staff, and the place is very clean.
Casey . 2024-01-15
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Typical pub grub, all tables had reserved at signs 16.00hrs even though not reserved until 19.00hrs made you feel unwelcome and this was also said by another customer we spoke with
Andrew Barlow . 2024-01-11
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A fantastic warm welcome when I visited after getting a flat tyre near the pub. I was very impressed by their customers service and friendliness.
karen h . 2024-01-04
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I had mixed grill, my friend had mega mix grill. All OK but I'm not fan of mushrooms and tomatoes, so would be nice if offer alternative. Example egg or beans? Otherwise I liked it and been a few times and will return. Service was good.
Darren Burns . 2024-01-03
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They don't answer the phone. Or send. a E mail conformation. They food is good and good value. Had today extra for mushy peas.
Graham Parker . 2024-01-02
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Small chain pub with friendly staff and good food. Prices are average for Newcastle and food of good quality.
Yozzer Hughes . 2023-12-31
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The price was very competitive and the food was good. The sevice was excellent and being able to order to your table using the QR code was really convenient.
Gordon Brayford . 2023-12-28
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Our intentions were to go to another local Wether spoons but this is closed for renovations. Sat at a unclean sticky table as we had no choice. Had to literally ask where are my Crisps as staff too busy dancing about to pay any attention! Then we received the wrong ones but would of waited ages to get proper ones. Staff spilt a shot over my Dad which they will be billed for if the stains don't come out. Food well Dad enjoyed his but my food was cold. Disgusting they had no Mayo at all and the Tomato sauce was rebottled. Chips were that hard I had to soak them in Vinegar to make them edible. Day light robbery for a bit of cheese. Won't come to this Spoons again and went to another after so to keep our sanity. Never again.
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I took my mum here for Mother's Day, for an afternoon tea. Lovely place, thoroughly recommend, friendly staff and delicious food.
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Long wait and food was cold when it arrived. Quality of good wasn't great either.
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Stunning old pub in the centre of Newcastle-under-Lyme. It had a decent atmosphere, even at 2pm on a Tuesday afternoon, with friendly staff and a coal and wood fire at opposite ends in huge, traditional fireplaces. It's a Joules brewery pub, with Pale, Blonde, Slumbering Monk, and their lager - all of which are well priced and pleasant. Bear in mind it is cash only, though Lloyds Bank has cash points 30 second down the ginnel opposite.