Based on 1.685 opinions finded in 2 websites
Based on 1.685 opinions finded in 2 websites
Nº 124 in 305 in North Warwickshire
Nº 20 of 62 British in North Warwickshire
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Came here for a baby shower,but not the first time here. Realy love it here friendly warm atmosphere and service fantastic. Never had a bad meal and portion sizes are immense. Also they accommodate for all dietary needs.
Amber Robinson . 2024-10-26
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Part of a date night for the wife and myself, wanted a nice meal out, went online, tried to reserve a table at the smoking bull ,Attenborough reviews was exceptional, fully booked, came across the Malt Shovel, Hartshill, again 👍 the reviews was second to none, also it was the first time we ,have been there, unbelievable, hope to go again soon 👍
Donald Walker . 2024-10-20
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We visited the malt shovel today, the starters were lovely, bar staff extremely polite. But unfortunately the mains were not the same standard we ordered two stakes medium rare. One was ok at best and the other inedible and flavourless, When we told the waitress she removed and took back to the kitchen where the chef told us there was nothing wrong with the stake, and we was spoken to quite rudely by the young lady that had extremely filthy clothes on her to be working front of house in my opinion. We will not be visiting again 😊 Shame as it was our first visit, if the chef would have spoken to us face to face and resolved the issue in a better manor we probably would have tried it again. The waitress with the red hair needs teaching costumer service skills to lots of eye rolling… unnecessary 😊
Explorer26656585096 . 2024-10-10
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Great food, good selection. Had to eat in the outside area nicely heated.
Kerry Parker . 2024-10-09
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A group of 20 from work went. The gazebo outside all though it looked nice, the heaters in there are push button & kept going off so wasn't very warm. The food came to us over the carpark in the wind & rain one plate at a time. I had surf & turf & wanted my steak medium well, it came rare with all my dinner sitting in blood I sent it back twice, when it came back the 2nd time the steak was so tuff & my food still had some blood on it which put me off my meal so I left it, I took the steak for the dog, I told the waitress she just laughed so I said tell the boss that I'm not happy as my meal was ruined. I didn't even get an apology & went home hungry.
janet green . 2024-09-30
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Staff friendly ,food average &service slow .
David Allsop . 2024-09-28
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Experience started well then it went completely downhill. Waited over 25 minutes for someone to take our food order during this period all the staff seemed to have gone AWOL apart from a waiter delivering the food. In frustration went to bar to order after being told by a waitress there was No table service. Suddenly staff appeared taking orders from other tables. First meal arrived wrong 2nd meal delivered to wrong table was finally sorted after about 5 mins after complaining. There seemed to be plenty of staff but looked like they were over stretched or didn't know their defined roles !! if they have one!! I don't even think I could class it as controlled chaos. Safe to say I won't be returning.
Mark Betts . 2024-09-23
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Stopped in Hartshill on a canal holiday and made the climb up the hill to The Malt Shovel and very glad we are to have made that effort. The menu choice was varied and there were specials available. The food was hot, tasty and very generous. Staff were excellent. A good find which we would highly recommend 👍
Hells . 2024-09-19
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Great pub, fabulous service but, for me, the food was definitely frozen first so lost flavour. Shame because the portions satisfy every appetite. I noticed a lot of steaks on the menu so guessing that's their preferred offering.
Tony Sweet . 2024-09-16
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Absolutely beautiful meal, and the young man that served us was very helpful. Will definitely be back ❤️
Suzanne Davies . 2024-09-08
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Best pub in Nuneaton for food and drinks
Andrew White . 2024-09-06
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I really did like the food and I would go back again. The portion sizes were absolutely hugh and straight away I thought I can’t eat all of that. I asked for a tub to take some home in and the bar staff were great. I did feel bad asking but didn’t want to waste any food. When I go again I will not be eating for a while first lol The inside was very small and I’m guessing that’s why they have a good outdoor space area. So overall, a lovely place to go and eat out.
Mellissa P . 2024-09-02
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I have used the Malt over the years and had a lovely meal, service etc each time, but on our last visit, when we got there i just knew it wasnt to be. Firstly we was not booked in, i showed the confirmation text message i had received of the booking, they were then struggling to find us a table, because it had been booked out to another group, We were put onto a table and ordered , the starters came which were fine, but when they collected the dishes 30 seconds later the main meals were out, and it felt like we were being rushed to vacate the table we had, 2 of the main meals were awful , the melted Cheese was so hard and it had gone Brown with being over heated, we told 1 of the staff who did not really seemed bothered.
Paul H . 2024-08-25
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Well worth the visit. Food was excellent, service was efficient and quick. The 24oz burger was a challenge but was eaten as it was just too good to waste.
Andy Bean . 2024-08-12
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Steak was blue when asked for medium so it had to go back. The food was terribly bland and just tasted like cheep produce. This was the second bad meal we've had here in 6 months so we won't be going back again. The Molt is a shadow of its former self.
Ben L . 2024-08-11
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The food is very good and in big portions, we had a big party of 16, and no one said a bad thing about the food and even better food prices were brilliant. Parking was an issue but that's a good thing it means it's a great place
ian humpherston . 2024-08-06
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Booked a table for two and went in at 6pm on 5th Aug. My wife selected fish pie, chips & salad, I selected surf & turf. Drinks ordered were 1/2 Aspalls cider for my wife & a pint of twincoast fo me. The place was very busy for a Monday which is a very good show as to how the business is run. However, the twincoast must have got slightly seasick between coasts as it tasted a little bit like a dirty pipes taste so I tried another just in case they weren't moving much of that one in the hope it would be better, but it wasn't. There should have been tomato with my salad garnish, but none, however, they did put more scampi on than the menu instructed, so that offset it. The fish pie was nicely cooked around the edges, but frozen and raw in the centre, so that had to be re-microwaved. The staff were very efficient and helpful, it must be a very good place to be so rammed full on a Monday.
Fitou-ll . 2024-08-06
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Meals are large, so go with a good appetite. Salmon in noodles superb.
Martin . 2024-08-05
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Been coming here for quite a while, but visited today for a family birthday had cod and chips and the fish was absolutely vile! Actually felt sick whilst chewing it it, so couldn't eat my meal, complained to the barmaid and said its fine but take this meal off my bill, didnt want to make a massive fuss. When it came to paying they charged is for the meal I didn't eat saying I didn't complain when the waitress picked up the plates. Paid begrudgingly came home still feeling sick! Will never vist this place again which is a real shame because been sooo many times and always been top notch!
Paul wise . 2024-08-03
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The malt shovel has been mine and my partners go to for a long time would always be our 1st choice when choosing somewhere to go for food. Unfortunately on this occasion when we attended we had our usual order which is the garlic steak, I asked for medium rare and unfortunately it was very much in between blue and rare I was very dissapointed with my visit on this occasion I believe there may be a new chef or a recently new chef an Unfortunately our stay was short and sweet were we would usually stay for a drink or 2 afterwards we was that dissapointed we just decided to leave.
Nicole W . 2024-07-27
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Absolutely amazing place , friendly staff , excellent food , very large portions. Just an all round great atmosphere. Advice is to book early , it fills quickly and understandably so . Can't wait to return .
Voyager34064330801 . 2024-07-23
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I was really looking forward to visiting after seeing photos on Google of previous patron's food, and it did not disappoint! I don't think I've ever had such beautiful chips with a pub meal, slightly crispy (but not too much) on the outside and unbelievably soft and fluffy on the inside. The steak & kidney pudding was beautiful too. I like a good portion and it was just right for me, not too little and not too much. Good value for money, something I've not said for along time when eating out. I will 100% be returning again soon!
Arran Jenkins . 2024-07-21
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Visited the malt shovel today 16/7/24 for our wedding anniversary meal I had a rack of ribs which was all fat & swimming in runny barbecue sauce couldn't eat my salad as it was soggy from the sauce & the chips were only warm. I complained & nothing was done about it needless to say we won't go there again complete waste of money. Thank you for ruining our wedding anniversary meal had to go elsewhere to eat as was still Hungary .
stephanie webb . 2024-07-16
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I know the over 60 menu is not expensive,but no need to serve meger portions, fish was so small and unappetizing over cooked, chunky frozen ships , best thing about it was the bit of lettuce and half a cherry tomato, feel sorry for the bar staff as they were quite pleasant
david g . 2024-07-11
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Lots on your plate worth the money
The Donovans . 2024-07-11
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We have been here previously and went there yesterday evening 29/06/24 for my daughters birthday and, unfortunately, had a disappointing experience. While the service was generally good, an unexpected incident significantly impacted our meal.My son found a hair in his food (mixed meat grill). This is, of course, a major hygiene concern and completely unacceptable for any dining establishment. It was quite off-putting and definitely marred the overall experience for us all.I brought the issue to the attention of our server, who was apologetic and took the plate back immediately. Although they offered to replace the dish which my son declined and this was taken off our bill, the handling of the situation did not make me feel fully reassured about their commitment to hygiene.I understand that mistakes can happen, finding a hair in your food is a serious issue that overshadowed our meal. I hope management/staff take this feedback constructively to improve their hygiene practices. Unfortunately, I am hesitant to return unless I hear of significant improvements.
Cav . 2024-06-30
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Great food...Great service 👏 highly recommended
Louise Marston . 2024-06-28
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My first time here I had blue cheese and walnuts on steak with salad onion rings and mushrooms my friend had spicy chili steak (not called that on menu) Steak cooked perfectly service fantastic. I will definitely return
sueredlake7 . 2024-06-26
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Always great, fantastic food, generous portions
Ryan Forknall . 2024-06-20
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Best food I've ever had and staff is 💯👌
Breda Delaney . 2024-06-11
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Got to be one of the best places to eat, I like the monster mixed grill myself. Everyone one is so friendly as well on the down side the car park is a bit small so you may need to plan your visit but you won't be disappointed. Went back in 2021 after the covid pandemic was dying down, still a great place to eat drink and just have a chin wag. The food prices have gone up a little but the food is still as good as it was before covid. Outside there are new seating areas. The front is now covered and the rear as a marquee and a pagoda with a electric roof.
Andy Faulkner . 2024-06-10
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Steak sandwich was just two slices of buttered bread, with a whole steak in the middle (steak not cut up and sandwich not cut in half) and a few onions and mushrooms on the side along with two onion rings. Side salad was also just a garnish on top of the steak... very hard to eat a whole steak in two slices of bread even after I cut it in half! Ended up having to leave the bread and just eat the steak with a knife and fork.
Jasmin Sepahi . 2024-06-09
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Excellent garlic steak and vegan mediteranean tart. Always excellent here and reasonable prices. Chefs a genious 😁
Jayne Warwicker . 2024-05-31
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Wir waren dort auf Empfehlung Abendessen und haben das Ambiente und Essen sehr genossen. Sehr nette Bedienung. Gerne wieder.
Silke . 2024-05-27
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We went to celebrate a birthday yesterday and had the Sunday roast. Value for money, very tasty, highly recommend.
Shani Barwick . 2024-05-20
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We have been going to the Maltshovel for over 10 years my wife for the past 3 years has been having the delicious bbq chicken we were at the venue tonight and we’re advised the smothered bbq chicken is now a double breaded crispy bbq chicken what a complete disaster for the change of the menu it’s your basic bbq sauce poured over a pair of dry chicken breasts with tasteless cheese to match / come on why change a perfect dish that was selling to sell what you can get at any pub chain. If you want to save on costs and time due to the expansion of the outside areas you are making a big mistake just put up your price and serve quality like you have been doing for years on end . ( bring back the bbq oil sauce.
Marcus R . 2024-05-19
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Lovely steak big portion of accompaniments definitely return !
rob pardoe . 2024-05-18
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Really worth a visit, best food I've had for ages.
Andrew Ely . 2024-05-15
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Myself and my son and his wife had ordered steak from the menu all 3 meals were sent back as the steaks were not cooked properly, my son was actually raw, my onion rings were not cooked the inside was uncooked batter, my chips were cold. They just heated the steak up to cook it a bit more. We complained to a waitress nothing was done. They gave us a £9 discount of the bill which was over £80, needless to say we won't be going back
Liz Sanderson . 2024-05-13
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Great food, great service, will definitely return!
Mark S . 2024-05-10
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Great Pub ,Menu is Great Big Portions Parking is a nightmare around here.on OpenTable now, it is so easy to book if it isn't too busy. A great selection of drinks aswell.Had the 16oz rump steak pill pill lovely. Eyes too big though should of had the 8oz but cooked lovely and service was amazing by the young lady behind the bar .Deffo be back.
Gavin Reeves . 2024-05-05
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Definitely will go back food is Awesome and plenty of it , very friendly atmosphere, Thank you
Rosemary Day . 2024-05-05
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Food was nice and there was good choice on the menu. Service was a little slow but perhaps they were aiming for a more relaxed approach.
LT0606 . 2024-05-01
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great pub. fantastic food. good range of beers and menu had a good variety. cannot fault the service, no issues and always attentive. only minor issue would be the portion size!! now i love a good bit of grub but some of the portions for the steaks and mixed grills are so big. many people would struggle to eat the whole dish without it going cold!! Other than that I cannot fault the place and highly recommend anyone who loves excellent pub food
Rob B . 2024-04-24
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Little dissapointed with the food for the price chips overcooked and steak very grisly peas missing from one of the meals loved this place but not so sure would return
skipdog95 . 2024-04-14
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Great food and drink but the heating in the outside seating had to be switched on every 30 seconds. If it had been warmer we would definitely have stopped for longer.
Steve Febery-Watts . 2024-04-12
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Topped off a lovely day with an amazing lunch at what has to be the best eatery in town! Food was beautiful, fantastic range suitable for all and exemplary service. Reasonable prices too so you just can’t go wrong. They now have a great outdoor covered area too so whatever the weather it’s definitely the place to go.
clairel725 . 2024-04-06
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So so disappointed. Waited an hour and a half for food to find out we had been forgotten . We are all human and mistakes are made but it’s how it was dealt with. Poor waitress was sent to try and fob us off. Could not shoot the messenger. No compensation offered as we had paid up front . Food was then rushed out under cooked . No one came to check if all was ok . Not a happy customer.
Jayne Herbert . 2024-04-06
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When asked for our orders, we gave our orders.Then we were given the option of a source.I said yes. It turned out when the bill came the source was an extra cost. Of just under four pounds. I disputed this with the waiting staff. As me and the rest of the table Stated to the waiting staff that it was not made apparent to us that it was an extra cost for the source and that we would not avoided it if we had known. Also earlier on in the meal a brinks were taken away from us without asking if we had finished with them.I had not and there was still at least a mouthful left in the bottom line when it got taken away. This may seem a bit petty about the drinks, but with the extra cost of the cheese on top. Arctic staunching prices source. I feel that I should let your customers know on here about the drinker as well
David H . 2024-04-03
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Huge great lunch that we just couldnt finish, with the added bonus of Aspell's cider. The staff are really friendly and helpful. We will make this our regular haunt. Thank you.
David A . 2024-04-02
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Always a lovely meal and very attentive staff.
Jon Bowley . 2024-03-30
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For those who love full plates ! You can't go wrong. In fact I would go as far as to say Too Large?... I ordered fish and chips BUT had to send it back as it was still FROZEN in the middle? The saff were very good and did not charge me for the meal. My wife's Tuna salad was over flowing with lettuce! and the use of tinned tuna? .... On the whole great staff,good atmosphere BUT need to be careful not to lose the quality. I speak with over 30 years catering experience...
Eric Richardson . 2024-03-30
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Lovely food serve by pleasant staff
Sandra Turner . 2024-03-26
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Great little pub / restaurant in a nice location with friendly atmosphere. However. Service was slow. I know they were busy though. Staff were very nice, polite and professional. Just not enough staff on shift at the time I think. I was disappointed with my meal. It was meant to be a vegetarian chili/sesame noodle dish with halloumi. What I got was a bowl with noodles, some vegetables and soggy halloumi swimming in a sea of some kind of soy sauce mixture. This was basically inedible. I filled up on the side portion of chips. Was not worth the £16 or so that I paid. Others in my group enjoyed large portions of steak and chips and so on. Clearly this is what the Malt Shovel does well. So really, a nice place, just in my case, shame about the food.
Hilary Peacock . 2024-03-19
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A full meal by any standard first class service *****
Barry Cotton . 2024-03-17
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Didn't serve food at 8pm. Menu says food served daily from 12 until 9pm
Tom Miller . 2024-03-17
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Lovely restaurant tucked away in Hartshill. Lots of tables, good choice of foods and special prices for senior citizens. Met with friends and although the car park is small, there's plenty of road parking. Friendly staff, good service and tasty meals.
LynnH706 . 2024-03-16
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A very nice welcoming pub. The food was very nice & we will be back soon. value for money ,with the oap lunch & a nice selection.
Deborah Surridge . 2024-03-14
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Food was lovely and well presented.complements to the chef.we arrived about 2.35 and gagging for lunch.we were asked to go through to the resteraunt.from there i gather we were forgotten about as we waited about a quarter of an hour before someone came to take our order.it wasn't busy by the way,there was just one couple in the dining area.worth a return visit but I may take a little bell with me next time.
Pav Congrave . 2024-03-07
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Great place, brilliant food, nice staff, I will definitely go again.
Rose . 2024-03-07
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Shame salad been changed to just rocket .old salad was so better
Billy . 2024-03-04
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After receiving a recommendation I thought that the pub was lovely but we were very disappointed with the food. About 3 of us had things missing from our plates that was stated on the menu. In my case peas and an egg. Everybody's chips were well over cooked and the people that got pease said they were like bullets. You get big plates with plenty of food but I felt let down by the quality.
LeicesterBlueFox . 2024-03-04
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Placed an order for food, sat waiting 45 minutes while people that came in 15-20 mins after us got theirs, to then be told they had forgot to put our order through, we had to leave very hungry as had an appointment elsewhere, if i could of left a zero rating i would have, waitress didnt care less and was miserable, will not be going back! Aweful atmosphere, dont waste your time 👎🏻
cozzyjay . 2024-02-27
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Excellent food excellent service excellent value!!!
Bruce Nailor . 2024-02-16
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meal booked for 7.30 arrived @ 7.00pm - ordered taken within minutes - drinks came within minutes - starters 45mins later - gambas pil pil - too much chilli unable to eat over powering - then my main course i settled for the basic fish chips and mushy peas - FISH BURNED -LIGHLTY BATTERED - SUGGESTS HOME COOKED - MORRISONS BETTER - THE CHEEKY CHEF???? HAD BURNED IT SO SERVED WITH BURNT SIDE TO THE PLATE TO EXPOSE THE UNDERSIDE THAT HAD STUCK TO THE TRAY AS OVEN COOKED - CHIPS COLD SAVING GRACE MUSHY PEAS. £65.00 IT COST - WONT GO THERE AGAIN !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! JENNY -
Jenny Edwards . 2024-02-14
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This place THE MALT SHOVEL was in my opinion one of the very best places to have Sunday Lunch....We travel around the 6 counties and this was one of the very best...in my opinion as a former businessman a suicide move So can I recommend you to The Millers Hotel Sibson excellent value and the Quordon Fox Quorn Leicestershire excellent such a shame....now we have found an alternative the M ILLERS HOTEL Sibson we will not be going back.....
keithb790 . 2024-02-11
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Fantastic food. Large portions. The steak was cooked perfectly. The seasonal salad that came with it was lovely. Excellent service. Would highly recommend.
Katherine Brookes . 2024-02-08
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Lovely food and good service, staff very helpful
Janet Beard . 2024-02-04
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First time and won't be our last food was lovely especially the cheesecake 😋
Michelle Grimwood . 2024-01-21
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Absolutely brilliant food and beer at reasonable (for the current financial climate) prices..
Steve Ingham . 2024-01-14
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Steak was undercooked after asking for it to be well done and set back twice and still came out red in the middle. Chicken was u undercooked and my friends lasagne was very dry and the chips have been recooked.
Robert . 2024-01-09
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Food was cool , served on cold plates, steak undercooked, staff seemed rushed. Normally a good place to eat but last 2 visits the standards seem to have slipped.
Jeff G8SEI . 2024-01-08
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The staff and their service is exceptional, prompt efficient service by welcoming staff. Family booking in the restaurant located at rear of pub, comfortable clean area with decor to give the room some character. Quite a large menu choice so there's something for everyone, vegetarians/ vegans catered for too. The restaurant is family orientated so children welcome and catered for. The meals are plentiful, we all left with full bellies. Usual range of alcoholic and soft drinks available at the bar, food and drink orders are table service.
Shaun Jasper . 2024-01-07
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Disappointed. Naan bread had to go back to be reheated. Fillet steak was medium rare, not medium, as ordered. Grilled tomato had not seen a grill. ALL plates were cold, so food on plates also went cold quick. We were told we needed to be out by 18:30hrs, several times, which we knew when we booked. We didn't bother staying for dessert. We felt awkward, we came home. We left venue at 18:00hr. We were there literally there for 1 hour. Have you changed the chef? Not the usual standard. Coming off our list of favourite food venues.
Catlady1232014 . 2024-01-05
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Booked here for a birthday meal, but had to wait ten minutes or so for our table. It was very busy so this was understandable and my partner was pleased to find they had Old Speckled Hen as well as Doom Bar. Chose mushroom and brie wellington and my partner had pork. Although the menu said this was served with stuffing we had to ask for some. I was disappointed to find out the stuffing wasn't vegetarian and I also had to ask for a Yorkshire pudding. Like many pubs the Malt Shovel doesn't seem to understand that a Wellington is not the same as a pie and typically the vegetarian option was substantially smaller than the meat options. Roast spuds were barely browned, green beans were cooked until mushy and although the pie was scalding hot the plate and subsequently the rest of the meal was nearly cold. We waited a very long time for the dessert menus as by then a group of 11 had arrived, and gave up waiting for them to take the order and went to the bar to place it in the end. Clearly they need more staff at peak times. The pudding was delicious but the portion was a bit small and the ice cream was exceptionally cold.
Jane . 2023-12-19
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Good atmosphere, great service, great food
David Arkinstall . 2023-12-17
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Visited with family on the 12th December, food was fantastic way beyond any normal pub grub. Everything was fresh cooked which does mean it takes longer than in many other pubs, will be back
Gez C . 2023-12-17
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We booked our table at short notice and all our meals were absolutely amazing. We also ordered two apple and blackberry crumbles and these were also delicious. These were made with proper apple and blackberries and the crumble just finished them off. I would highly recommend and we will certainly be going again.
Mark Host . 2023-12-13
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Lovely venue. Unfortunately not large enough to host the event. Wouldve stayed longer if a covered smoke area was available
Kay Wallage . 2023-12-09
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Great atmosphere, great food, fast service and the staff are polite and efficient. A must visit if in Warwickshire.
John B . 2023-11-21
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Best pub food in town, huge portions.
Ben Woollaston . 2023-11-19
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Tried the new pensioners menu and it was fantastic. Three courses £11.00. Food was excellent and a choice of menu. 5*.
Michael Bickley . 2023-11-15
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My partner and I popped in here whilst passing lunchtime on a Saturday for a bite to eat. The parking I have to say was a bit of a nightmare with quite a small car park and very little space to maneuver but if you can find a space it’s well worth the visit! This was our first time after not long moving into the surrounding area so we didn’t know what to expect but now we know it’s best to book first. The pub was quite busy but fortunately we got a table for a specific period of time which was plenty to eat our meal and also enjoy a drink. I was amazed at the menu options for both vegetarians and vegans which in most venues is sadly lacking. I ordered the veg lasagne and the other half had a meat chilli. The lasagne was possibly the best I have had whilst eating out and will definitely be having it again and the chilli I’m told was nice too. Chips were fresh and didn’t have that awful ‘grease needs changing’ taste you usually get from pub grub and the sides were also fresh and tasty. I’d definitely recommend a visit for food if you’re looking for food that’s been thought about and not just taken out of a box and thrown onto a plate. Compliments were paid to the chef before we left so well done Malt shovel for a thoroughly enjoyable meal!
Justaboutuseful . 2023-11-14
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went for the over 65s dinner. starters couldn't be any smaller the dinners were very small almost ok for the price,the fish looked like frozen fish done more than once bread and butter pudding was ok the gelato was just a dollop of ice cream service was slow staff hasn't got a sense of humour not the full price menu so didn't expect a normal size meal but some pensioners can eat more than what was delivered
Reg G . 2023-11-14
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Introduced to the Malt Shovel in 2013. Been coming on multiple occasions since and always have a good experience. Food is incredible, good sized and delicious. Staff are always welcoming and profesional. Constantly recommend to friends. Great little hidden Gem that deserves the recognition. Thumbs up from me. Well done all, keep up the good work.
Lee Quinney . 2023-11-11
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Amazing food lovely pub friendly staff An the portion size well I hope your hungry
Glen Bowes . 2023-11-11
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Came for my birthday. Usually come here for all special occasions and usually would rave about this restaurant. Today I ordered an 8oz steak… at least 4oz of it was fat. I noticed instantly and sent it back. The chef advised the waitresses it was fine because it was a “rump” cut. He cut the fat off and re-served me the same steak.. I gave it another chance despite only having 1/4 of a steak left. After another mouthful of fat I I sent it back a second time. By this time my family had finished eating and they advised me “they would’ve rectified the issue”. I gave the opportunity to rectify the issue in the first instance but was quickly shut down whilst my family were all eating sub-par food (their steaks were not high quality either). For £18.95 a meal this is not acceptable. I offered to speak to the chef. This was quickly shut down. I am highly disappointed. This is not what I expect from an “occasion” dinner.
Sophie Brown . 2023-11-04
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Came for my birthday. Usually come here for all special occasions and usually would rave about this restaurant. Today I ordered an 8oz steak… at least 4oz of it was fat. I noticed instantly and sent it back. The chef advised the waitresses it was fine because it was a “rump” cut. He cut the fat off and re-served me the same steak.. I gave it another chance despite only having 1/4 of a steak left. After another mouthful of fat I I sent it back a second time. By this time my family had finished eating and they advised me “they would’ve rectified the issue”. I gave the opportunity to rectify the issue in the first instance but was quickly shut down whilst my family were all eating sub-par food (their steaks were not high quality either). For £18.95 a meal this is not acceptable. I offered to speak to the chef. This was quickly shut down. I am highly disappointed. This is not what I expect from an “occasion” dinner.
N3460ABsophieb . 2023-11-03
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Food quality not what it was, poor response after returning a meal (the chef sent back the same plate of food). After coming here for our family birthdays we’re moving in
Andy_Bowen . 2023-11-03
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You want good food a nice place and good service you found it here in spades
Mark Blore . 2023-10-29
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Pleasantly surprised. I found this place after searching for a wheelchair accessible restaurant close to where we had an appointment. We were lucky to get parking as this establishment has a small car park off a residential street, but the actual pub restaurant is small but lovely. The staff and patrons were friendly and the food was plentyful, hot and delicious. Dad ordered the 2 fish and chips expecting 2 small fish in batter; although, they were huge and as a self proclaimed fish expert said it was delicious (he usually complains that fish is never a good as down south). I had the chicken balti which again was well presented and delicious. I really can't fault the place.
David Hayward (Peacecore) . 2023-10-26
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Amazing food. Fantastic service.
lucy banks . 2023-10-19
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Visiting family from Kent so don't get to go to this lovely pub as often as we would like. We had the jacket spud. Came with salad and we ordered a side of onion rings. Really great prices too compared to down south. Friendly staff, great service. We couldn't book on line so took our chances, 1 table left. Very popular. Hopefully we will be back around Xmas. Keep up the good work.
TJB70 . 2023-10-13
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Fantastic public house and restaurant, beverages are great. Food is stunning, portions are fantastic. A proper old school eatery.
buzaa333 . 2023-10-13
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Amazing food!! Worth booking in advance.
Amy Carnell . 2023-09-23
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First class food from a wide menu, prepared quickly and served with a smile😊. Excellent pub and restaurant.
Ron Lyall . 2023-09-19
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Staff are not very helpful here we booked a table with a baby the baby was asleep in his pram n they sed we can't take the pram up so we sed ok then what are we supposed to do there advice was to wake a sleeping teething baby up to go to our table terrible also there menu n way they cook food is not good at all if you have a allergy has every thing is cooked in the same fat fryer would not recommend with babys or small children food was lovely but was very stressful experience
louisew428 . 2023-09-18
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Yet another great meal, sesame chilli chicken, steak and ribs! Could not fault them. Friendly staff, clean and welcoming.
P80WJcarolh . 2023-09-13
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I can only comment on our experience , and on this occasion we had a very good experience . Hadn't been here before , it was a recommendation . A Sunday afternoon , we were able to be seated quickly , extremely hot weather that...
DarrenR111 . 2023-09-12
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Good food. Very busy but still enjoyed it. Parking is a problem
Shirley Butler . 2023-09-07
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