The Vine in Birmingham

Breakfast was great , big portions and deffo worth the money , the male staff with curly hair really went out his way to help us and was so friendly .

Went for breakfast staff were really helpful and polite , the food was a great value for the money, would recommend

Just popped in here for food had combo chicken n steak omg asked for steak Well done came out raw onion rings was soggy no sizzle at at sorry but want be back ask how was your meal I said not good steak not cooked and was just a ball off far waitress looked at steak n said oh I'm sorry about that yes I an see that's not well done no refund just waitress looking embarrassed

First, when I arrived (as a solo diner) the only small table available still had dirty crocks on it. But I sat there anyway, and since no one came to clean the table, I had to move the crocks to an empty larger table (which also had dirty crockery on it). So I ended up eating off a table which was never cleaned after the last people leaving and me arriving). My starter (Hot Mess), had ingredients missing. I tucked into it thinking maybe they were at the bottom of the dish, but no, the red hot sauce, jalapenos and spring onions were not there. So I ate it (and what I ate was tasty) but I did feel a little 'short changed'. Then when my main course arrived (rack of ribs coated in bbq sauce and chilli heatwave Doritos crumb), the bbq gravy and coleslaw were missing. And the lady bringing out the meals rushed off quickly back into the kitchen and never reappeared for ages, so I ended up making my self known to the bar staff that there were items missing on my meal. I was then told they would be brought out to me, but it was still about another 10 - 15 mins before the missing items were brought to me. She did apologise for the missing food items though. And then when I had finished, a visit to the Gents was an experience, as neither toilet cubicle door locked, as they were both broken. The only other thing to point out is that the staff were happily letting kids run into the kitchen area. I get that it was probably children that they knew, but still, surely this is a health and safety issue allowing members of the public into the kitchen area (especially children)? Usually, it's been alright at The Vine, and it's easy for me to get to there, but based on this experience, I think next time I might try The Amber Tavern or The Court Oak and see if I have any better luck there. I do hope the pub takes on board my points. I'm not trying to sound nasty or anything, as, generally speaking, it's a nice pub and the staff are friendly. I just feel that I need to say it as I found my experience.

Nice pub with a good selection on the food menu with good deals. Affordable prices. Staff hard working / friendly. Top entertainment on weekends.

My Grandparents live directly opposite the pub and due to increasing mobility issues, The Vine has become a regular haunt for family visits. Having previously frequented other more well known and upmarket restaurants / pubs further down the high street, The Vine was always an option if my Grandfather was not up to walking. However in the last 18 months his physical health has deteriorated and due to proximity The Vine provides a welcome and friendly environment that allows us to get out of their flat. The staff have always been incredibly accommodating - opening doors, moving tables and providing help where possible. The staff are are patient and understanding of all needs. Ourselves and other family members have always had good experiences here. You know you will always get value for money here. It is nice that there remains room for a traditional no frills family pub amongst a thriving and diverse high street. We would have been lost without The Vine and will always look forward to our visits. Whilst we don’t know the names of the two staff in particular that we have come to know quite well, all staff are lovely. Thank You.

visited pub at lunchtime had a really nice meal with my wife the meal arrived promtly and was enjoyable and reasonably priced pleasant atmosphere and warm and clean i reccommend this pub and look forward to our next visit

Really enjoyed our meal here will be going again soon drink prices was good too very nice we went on a weekday so it was quiet nice seating area out the back too

Mi amigo y yo fuimos un domingo por la noche para ponernos al día. Habíamos escuchado que era un bar a un precio razonable que sería bueno visitar. Nos sentamos en una esquina con una botella de prosecco para compartir y nos propusieron tres veces hombres borrachos que nos preguntaron si éramos lesbianas (no lo somos pero no debería importar de todos modos). Uno de los tres incidentes ocurrió frente al personal, en el bar.Mi amigo le pidió al personal que nos ayudara y se rieron de nosotros. . . . Se rió. Ambos estamos en la industria de la hospitalidad y sabemos que si sus clientes se sienten desalentados o incómodos, debe hacer algo al respecto. Totalmente inaceptable y poco profesional. Harborne está lleno de bares fantásticos que ofrecen un increíble servicio al cliente, si quieres ser uno de ellos ponte al día con los tiempos!

This is a great beer at good prices pub in the heart if Harbourne. On a Saturday evening there is a disco too. Typical sizzling pub in expensive Harbourne however this defiantly won't break the bank

Went to watch local football derby on tv they had plenty of screens to watch from and wonderful service from the bar staff considering the amount of people at the venue. Will be definitely going back

Vine aquí para una comida de cumpleaños.El lugar estaba bien, y está basado en un área realmente agradable. El personal muy atento y amable y servicial.La comida también era agradable. Hasta aquí todo bien.Pero luego fui a los baños, y no estaba limpio en absoluto, había un rollo de papel higiénico tirado en el piso y el olor era terrible.Id ir de nuevo con seguridad.

Todo el personal fue amable y parecía que le gusta su trabajo, que en esta industria es clave para el éxito. Me Cargaron mi teléfono para que yo pudiera salir de una situación pegajosa, ayudó a buscar mi llave coche perdido y ayudó a contribuir a los costes de aparcamiento para evitar yo un billete. La comida es deliciosa y las bebidas son acertadas. Gran ambiente y buenas vibraciones.

El lugar es muy agradable, con espacio suficiente para todos. Menú tiene variedad de comida y se sirve en un tiempo considerable, cálido y sabroso. Amplia variedad de opciones para beber e incluso si las camareras no sé cómo preparar todos ellos, hacen un buen esfuerzo y lo hacen bien. El único problema es que el servicio del bar es bastante impredecible, a veces demasiado grosero otros realmente agradable y otra bastante indiferente. Bueno la mayoría del tiempo, lo recomiendo.

Real drinkers pub,clean but gents loos are not good.Nice bar staff and very friendly.Could do with a refit.

The staff made sure mothers day went smoothly food arrived quickly after ordering. Portion sizes are great everyone was full. The staff were friendly and informative when asked questions. The Chef was knowledgeable regarding allergens. All round and excellent place to enjoy a family meal.

Food was great as always family friendly and professional service from all staff will definitely return again

Not a very nice place and some dodgy crowds hang about outside at night! We've witnessed a few fights out the front too....

Un gran pub local, "menú de nuevo" es genial, todos los favoritos y algunos más. Pulse en el grifo Stowford sidra es simplemente impresionante en menos de 3 libras!

My very first time at this out of the way (for me!) place and the initial uncomfortable feeling at not finding parking, simply disappeared once inside this warm and friendly pub. Really friendly staff and such friendly punters too was a welcome surprise.The food was simply delicious! I had Chicken Tikka with salad and a long cold drink for £5.50! Who would believe that in this day and age!The others with me at the pub also had various Asian dishes and everyone ate with enjoyment.The lady at the bar was very helpful and the food was quite quickly brought to the table. It was a large and baking hot portion and I would,nt be able to find fault with anything even if I tried :-)

Celebrations are always good especially when the location is good value! The lunch time deal was fresh, tasty and excellent value! I chose tomato soup and simply chicken which was tasty and appetizing. we enjoyed good service and the décor is pleasant and welcoming. We will go again!

Not a place for shrinking violets but a great mix of characters makes this almost like being on a film set. Who needs to watch soaps on TV when you have the live thing all in one place

Richard served us, and swapped the fried onion, tomatoe and mushroom for salad, and the skillet for a plate. for a £4:99 meal deal - 5 oz steak, alcoholic drink, amazing value and service

enjoy your drinks with fresh and hot snacks. make sure to be there on time as there is a good waiting on the weekends. do try the chicken tikka

Stopped off onthe way home to see if it the food and value was as good as told by a friend.In respect of the staff service and the food for a pub lunch,my wife and I found it to be very good.There aren't many places whereby you can get meal(s) for two for £6-50 and good portions.Although I don't think I would use on a regular basis,the setting is a pub and you have to expect pub banter and overhear swearing frequently.

Food is mainly 'junk style fast food'. The food overwhelms the pub. two for one pizza on Mondays makes the pizzas an acceptable price. Loud and uncomfortable.

Have been to the vine for drinks with friends and really enjoyed the atmosphere and the fact you can hear each other talking. Went back for dinner the following month and really enjoyed the chicken pie and creamy mash. Was perfect portion size and the price was appropriate. Will definitely be back for their quiz night.

Good pub, good atmosphere, very good food, and not expensive, we usually go once a week and have never been disappointed with a meal.

The food was ok but very small and not the best I the area. The manager complained to the waitress for giving a table two much bread because one slice is too much when your spending £7 on your breakfast. Drinks were good refill on coffee.

Visited with my daughter for evening meal. Really nice atmosphere and friendly staff. I had the beer battered fish and chips. The batter was lovely and crunchy and the pea puree delicious my daughter had the gammon and egg which again was delicious. The specials board had some tasty dishes on offer. We were served by a young girl and man (I think was the manager) both very friendly and courteous. All in all another visit on the cards very soon.

Not a bad pub itself on the right day, but can be full of wannabe city goesThe breakfasts are lovely and lunches great!

I have to say that myself and my wife visited on sunday 2/2/14 and found the beef sunday roast to be very very good. They had run out of horseradish sauce although that was rectified before we got tucked into our mains and delicious they were. My wife stated that it was the best sunday roast she had ever tasted, wow! Really good quality of cuttlery that was nice to eat with and good atmosphere in the pub, will be back in the summer. Made my sunday!

Have been to The Vine twice in last few months - lucky me! Good tasty food well served and nice atmosphere. The menu is not extensive but this is not a bad thing as a lot of choice can be difficult. A good Gastropub to visit.

I took some friends to The Vine after our Candlelight Carol Service and we had a very good evening. The ambience is 'buzzing and lively', the food is good and staff helpful.

Been there quite a few times now. Such a lovely place with a big outdoor garden as well and the mixed grills are great. The service so fast you can't believe. The vegetarian biryani is one of its kind. For the price its not to be missed.

Feels like something has changed here - the vine would never have let grubby finger marks and food swipes on the menus.Its a shame because the Vine has always been , even though a bit on the pricey side, extremely high quality.Am switching allegiance to Jacoby's I think - feels like its the 'new Vine'

This pub is so small that there is only a couple of spots to sit down . Consequently to make the food pay they have tyo charge way above average prices.

Visited this area on business and thought i'd give this place a go. Great food and great atmosphere. I would definitely recommend and look forward to another visit.

I visited the vine last friday for a meal with my family. I have used the vine on numerous occasions but it has to be said this visit tops them all. The new management team are friendly and well trained. I have seen the difference in the quality since the new head chef came.Will be returning again for my birthday.

I have been going to the vine for a number of years now. Most of which with my large family. The staff have always been so accommodating even when we are a large group. The service has always been brilliant, with extremely friendly and helpful staff. The food is second to none with tasty delights for all the family. I must recommend the new pulled pork burger..delicious (sorry i cant remember name of it) The Vine has always been one of my favourite local pubs either for a cocktail on Friday night or a lazy family lunch. So much so I have chosen to have my birthday meal and drinks there in a few weeks, I can't wait!

I have been going to the Vine for 9 years. My daughters first trip out as a baby was to the vine. We met most of our friends there. We even chose our house so that It was in walking distance. So its with great sadness I write this post. The Vine is no longer how it used to be. Over the last year it has slowly gone down hill. The staff are normally great and friendly but since Tim and Alistair left and the new manager arrived things have really slipped. It used to be a family friendly place but not anymore, with children being told off, kids menu being replaced and mountains of Rockette "leaves" being added on top of kids pizza, even though its been requested not to time and time again! Four year old's do not like it on the side let alone six inches high on a Margaretta pizza and I do not care if you have worked in a top gastro pub! The Vine used to be Number 2 rated on trip adviser and now its 21. If I owned the place I would be asking myself what is going on. I am now voting with my feet and off to spend my hard earned cash else where. The Vines takings are going to be down seriously and I mean seriously......

I've been a regular customer for food and drink for 10 years, but I've called time on the Vine after last few months. The Vine was always a family friendly pub that served excellent food and had great managers and staff. The new manager had deystoyed everything that has been built up over the last 10 years. The food quality has become erratic and the friendliness and customer service has vanished. It's a shame that this great pub has gone to the dogs.

Whilst not "locals" my friends and I have regularly travelled to lunch at this venue on several occasions over the past 3 years because of the high quality food and good service. The standard of cuisine from both the specials board and the main menu is always high, good value for the quality delivered and creative in many of the dishes and use of ingredients. We have never been disappointed with the service and the waiters and waitresses have provided fast and friendly responses to requests both before and during the meal. A real pleasure to visit and enjoy a quality lunch in pleasant contemporary surroundings. Our only complaint was the lack of a cheaper blended whisky over the fine single malts on display. Highly recommended.

This has been our local for 6/7 years and has rapidly gone down hill . Food is now more a miss than a hit , the new management have no interest in it being child friendly and the basic standards that this pub once had are no more .

Amazing food went for the first time as was recommended wicked BBQ food currys were very nice service grate and very cheap!

This pub is always busy which I think is a good sign! They have a special burger night and the selection is always good - I recommend the lamb burger. Nice service, tables a good distance from other diners in a small space. They could have got another table in - glad they didn't! Sometimes the locals can be a bit boisterous but nothing that would put me off going there.

We have family in the area of Ware,my Husband and I have visited the Vine many times in the past six years.We have always enjoyed our time in this pub,sometimes just for a drink or in the restaurant for a meal.The staff have always been friendly and the food good,looking forward to our next visit in August.

This place is always hit and miss. If the food is great the staff are'nt. One waitress rushed off her feet (with her hair hanging in the food) So this time it was the food,disgusting, stale scotch egg starter pork belly main with mash potato that could have been sold to the council to fill the pot holes in ware, and so called 'creme anglais' lumpy custard and crumble for dessert.management need to give staff a chat about the cost of a meal in this place and try and make the customer feel as if they are valued, this is like going into Mcdonalds but being served fast food very slowly. I went in here a couple of weeks ago and had steak and chips which were not freshly cooked and a poor dessert, I've given this place its last chance.

If your looking for a good night out in Birmingham pop into the vine inn and say hello to the landlady jan she will look after all your needs big or small this is a family run pub with home cooked food have a curry if you do pop in :)

Busy Pub.Very crowded and suits all age groups.The beers on sale are not to my liking and i thought very expensive.However when you eventually get to the bar and get served the staff are ok.Food very nice but again expensive fo what you get

awful food, and expensiveDont have the food that we asked me, and instead of giving an alternative they charged us an extra £3 each. Bread was hard, chips burnt and soup watery - never again!

We had lunch here today (Sunday) with friends who have 2 young children. We've met here on about 3 occasions over the past 2 years and we've always had wonderful food and great service. The staff are attentive and child friendly, which makes for a relaxed atmosphere. I had the pan fried cod, which was to die for and just had ice cream for dessert, but my friend had the chocolate quartet and I was close to fighting him for it! It looked delish!

Sleek long modern lines with plenty to look at. A well stocked bar and a great choice of food too. I did not eat but on looking round there were plenty of folk chomping away...which is always a good sign.

I went to The Vine one evening with my friends when a band was on and thoroughly enjoyed it; the bar staff were attentive, friendly, service was quick and the atmosphere was great. We didn't eat, just had drinks and watched the band and had a great time!Whilst here the bar staff said to come down for a meal one day, so the following week I went with my mum and son for Sunday lunch and they offer a good kids menu, the usual fish fingers and burgers and he loved his meal! The Sunday lunch was nice, but the wait for the food was very slow. The waiters were friendly but it took ages to get our meals! I will visit here again as it is a nice pub, but will probably visit on another day or night when they are not so busy.

My boyfriend and I went here last night for a meal. The service was quick which is always a good thing. Before we ordered, we were told that they had run out of one of the starters but that was alright because neither of us wanted that particular starter, so we didn't mind. The food was nice, we both enjoyed the meals we had. I think the food is very overpriced for what it is though. The portions were small. We also ordered a bottle of wine which was almost £20 but nothing special. We both wanted a dessert so the dessert menu was brought out to us and we were advised that they had run out of the sticky toffee pudding, which again luckily neither of us wanted. I wanted the cheesecake so I asked for it and then was told that they had run out of that too. It's disappointing that they had run out of two of the most popular desserts. You would think they would make sure they had enough. It wasn't busy in the restaurant so I'm not sure how they had run out of so much of the menu! In a place where I am spending a lot of money, I expect to be able to have the dessert that I want. In the end, we didn't have a dessert because there was a limited choice anyway; the only two desserts I would have wanted they had run out of. I wouldn't go back to the Restuarant but we did have some cocktails in the pub afterwards which were lovely so I would go back to the pub, but definitely not the overpriced restaurant!

Visited The Vine with a couple of friends on Saturday night. Service was really good and the food was amazing. Would certainly recommend to anyone.

First visit here this year and very impressed with the food again. I asked about the chef and was told he was new last summer, a welcome addition because I think the food is getting better. I had venison this time with a glass of Malbec, perfect for a cold evening and my better half had the burger. It was surprisingly busy for January so they must be doing something right, most places in Ware are dead with little or no atmosphere let alone decent food. This place is still as good as any in the area, all the better for not having fruit machines or sports TV! worth a visit.

Went here for Sunday lunch. Good varied menu with a lot of locally sourced ingredients, most of which was cooked very well and very tasty. Things went down hill a bit with dessert. My creme anglais tasted like it had been cooked with salt and then curdled. On it being pointed out to the waitress I was asked if I was sure it wasn't right. I assured her that I was and was then asked what I wanted her to do about it! A new one on me, but things did improve when I explained that I wanted it replaced. They did then take it off of the final bill. All in all I'd go back for the food and just take the service as it comes. Just another reminder that customer service in this country is varied to say the least.

Drinks are a little over priced, but the food is really lovely, pricey but you do pay for good quality food, largely locally sourced. Fantastic atmosphere, worth a visit if in the area.

I last visited the vine just over a year ago and vowed never to return. In retrospect, a review of 2 stars was probably over generous at the time. Anyway, the same crowd agreed to revisit for a pre chrimbo lunch and I'm pleased to report we were pleasantly surprised. All the food was well cooked and presented. Of note was the rabbit Wellington and the goats cheese tortellini. Deserts were a little hit and miss and although i appreciate they're not made fresh to order, some effort to make this less obvious would have been nice (the sticky toffee pudding was neither warm, nor a pudding in my book). It would appear they have turned a corner and on the basis of this visit, I'm certainly inclined to return.

nice little pub with a good choice of drinks.some sofas to sit on.good selection of food in the resturant area in the rear. service can be a little slow if you have a group in the resturant.

The food was very good, and the service was fast, warm and friendly. Would I go back? I'd love to, but I'd ask for a better table.The trend in restaurants seems to be for bare floors, hard wooden furniture and clean lines. It looks nice, and is easy to maintain, but it does nothing to mitigate the sounds of the service, or other patrons. The back room at 'The Vine' echos like a hollow box. We went on a busy night, and while no particular party was being loud, every natural sound was magnified. At times, we literally could not hear ourselves speak. That put a real damper on our family get together.If I go back, it will be in the summer, when we can sit outside, or we'll ask for a table round the front. It's a good restaurant with good food, I'd just avoid the back area.

Nice seasonal food. Always had good friendly service at both bar and restaurant. The sausage and mash is my personal favorite. Nice selection of red and white wines. Nice place for a cosy date night meal.

This place has a nice ambiance but food could be better. i would surely go back and try it again as i was a little dissapointed.

Met a few friends for dinner on a Tuesday night. We were glad we booked as it was packed. The pub serves some lovley ales, wines and has a seasonal menu alongside a favourite menu. It is very popular with locals and families. Food was lovley with handmade chips and local meat. A few different choices for vegetarians.

Pricey, rather cold surroundings - not ye olde English pub atmosphere. Very limited outdoor seating to rear - further seating to front, but within feet of the main road through Ware!

I've been to the vine a few times mainly to eat but recently had a night out here drinking with a group of friends. I think they've got it just right with the atmosphere, the cocktails are good the staff are friendly without being pretentious which quite often happens with staff in gastropubs. There is always a good mix of men and women too which helps create the right vibe for a good night out. I'm an Ale lover and there is always something interesting in the range they serve. My only grumble is they don't have a covered smoking area but then you can't have everything!

I have visited the Vine many times over the last few years and have always had excellent food and service however on the last occasion they let themselves down, I was visiting with a large group of work colleagues, one couldn't make it and his pre-ordered club sandwich was cancelled as soon as we arrived all was fine everyone enjoyed their meals however when the bill was presented there was a club sandwich on it, our boss pointed out that we had cancelled the order and had not received the sandwich, the waitress then said that they had already put the chicken under the grill when the order was cancelled and therefore expected us to pay for it, something which they failed to tell us at the time and didn't attempt to bring the sandwich out, had we known that we were going to have to pay for it anyway we would have taken it back to work for our colleague or some hungrey person would have eaten it. This has tainted my view of how they value their customers, as a large group we usually book this place for work lunches but may think again in future, which is a shame as it is usually lovely place with great food.

Some very good dishes and lots of variety, also put on live entertainment at the weekend, popular with small groups of friends for a light lunch.

Went for a meal here with family whilst staying in Ware. Lovely restaurant, nice atmosphere, food really good quality, service unobtrusive and efficient - nice cocktails and good wine selection. Not cheap but worth it.

Consistently excellent service and food make this a favourite for me and my wife. Their club sandwich is simply the best I've had and the food is always good, particularly the fish dishes. Service is friendly and efficient. Recently they had home-made lemonade which was delicious. It is these kind of touches I really like.

I have been to the vine for food on three occasions Each time I have had nothing but praise for the food. I love this place and will be visiting again. I have visit several more times for just drinks as I also enjoy their cocktails but on my last visit, which was for only drinks, I was left disappointed by the drink i got. I think their lemoncello is a cheap brand?! but I;'m not certain as to why it was so horrid. All in all I do love this place for food and usually drinks.

We can only afford to eat out a couple of times a month and like to try as many places as possible being new to the area, however we both agreed that we would love to come back here again. Will bring our parents too when they are in town.

The Vine is able offer the right environment for its customers whatever the day or time. Relaxed and laid back of a Sunday afternoon, busy and fun of a Friday night and warm and welcoming of a cold winter's evening. Food, with meat from the excellent local butcher's shop, is tasty and well-prepared, if a little expensive. However, the dining room provides a comfortable oasis from the busy pub. Service is always warm and welcoming. As a pub it serves some interesting guest beers from local and national brewers

Went at Sunday lunchtime and expected it to be busy. It was fairly busy but nowhere near capacity. Greeted and seated quickly but starters took 30 minutes to arrive and another 20 minutes after for our mains. Overall the food we had was tasty and plentiful; the wine list is varied and offers plenty of choice. Waitresses were average, not very attentive and indifferent to us. Because of the wait (we’d been in the restaurant for over 2 hours by now!) we decided to have our coffee and dessert from the Costa across the road.Would go again but not over Sunday lunchtime, perhaps a weekday evening.

The food is usually very good and they regularly change and add to their menu. A little cramped for space sometimes at busy times but has a great atmosphere and is popular.

We had a lovely meal here. The food was delicious. The staff were friendly. They had a lovely (but limited) child's menu. The beer wasn't over priced.The only downer: I thought it was just a little overpriced for the portion sizes - although my partner didn't agree.

First time we walked out, it was too busy for the apathetic staff, but second time was fine.Plenty of seating areas, all a bit intimate, but this is fine by me. A traditional country style pub in a very old building, so quite interesting as you enjoy your drink.Nothing hugely special, but well worth a punt!

I visited on a Friday lunchtime with friends who kindly ordered tapas before I arrived - 6 bowls between 3 ladies seemed enough with the bread, oil & balsamic accompaniment. We had prawns, scallops etc. Order food at the bar and they will bring it over to you. It isn't a cheap lunch, but enjoyable and "picky" food is my favourite. It has an informal pub/bar feel rather than a restaurant, so don't expect starched white tablecloths...

Lots of choice on the menu particularly if you like fish, although last time our whole party had steak & everyone's came just as ordered (from rare to cremated!) I have also had the best rissotto I have ever tasted here & it has now become one of my favourite to cook it was so delicious. The menu changes seasonally so always fresh ingredients used. The staff are attentive & will find you a table at short notice - even if you have to mill around in the bar or pull up a sofa for a while. The whole place has a real buzzy vibe whatever night you go & I would thoroughly recommend it.

The Vine has a very diverse menu from traditional homely bangers and mustard mash to succulent fish dishes, ostrich burgers or mezze. A great selection to suit all tastes. As a gastro pub, you can enjoy a relaxing drink before you dine, in the summer there is a tiny outside area. The food is of an excellent standard and great value for money.

I have been to the Vine in Ware a couple of times in the past, but only for drinks in the evening and never for food. Then last week we had friends from Spain over and planned to take them out for a meal, so thought that we would try the Vine even though we have not eaten there before. The night before I happened to have a quick look on here at customers reviews, only to find a review saying that they did not have a great experience. This at the time was worrying and almost made us think about changing our plans....... Let me start by saying DO NOT listen to that review, and thank goodness we didnt change our plans. I am writing this review (I have never written a review in my life) to let people know that the food, the staff, the service and even the pub itself is fantastic. We had booked a table but arrived a little earlier so to have a drink before dinner, where we was greeted by a very helpful barman who offered the ladies some advice on the wines that they did which was a nice touch. Whereas me and the guys were happy as they had Peroni on tap. We were seated on time, and the staff could not do enough for us checking that everything was ok. The food itself was exceptional and perfectly cooked. If you decide to have a starter try the Pan Fried King Praws they were beautiful. I always have a tendency to order steak when I'm out so tried the Rib Eye Steak, which was cooked to perfection and did not dissapoint. The wife had the Seabass fillet and didnt leave one bit, which I am pretty sure is a first so that must of been good. The cost for everything was also very reasonable, and would of been happy to pay more for the standard of food that we had. All in all it was an excellent evening, and we are already planning another trip there with some other friends. Jay

I have heard alot about their Grill nights on wednesdays so had arranged for a table of 6 for family.The service was prompt and attentive with the same waitress serving our drinks and food. The food was cooked beautifully with us all having steaks cooked differently and with ever changing sides to go with them they were all correct.The best bit about it all was the free wine with our steaks saving us £50 on the bill. Excellent night and would highly recommend the Vine for Dining.

I work in Ware and so have made many trips to the Vine, the latest being on Friday night. On previous visits I've thought the food has been good, certainly not outstanding, but I've been happy nonetheless. However, Friday night was different.....overcooked and woody asparagus with a butter sauce that was overrun with water from the other ingredients on the plate; a smoked duck and feta cheese charlotte that had no right to ever be conceived and hence was awful; gammon steaks that were tough and dry; soggy calzone; dry and crispy confit duck with overcooked green beans.....there were some acceptable dishes (fish cakes, burger), the service was fine and we didn't have to pay for the gammon (the only truly inedible food served up). However, with such a fall from grace I can't see me hurrying back.

I've been going here a lot since last summer, mainly after i finish my bike rides (Ware is normally our end destination). It doesn't have a Garden but has a great fron seating area to watch the world go by, so perfect in Summer. Especially because they serve my favourite beers and have a great selection (not your normal fosters etc).Food is stunning and is the main reason i'm writing this review. They put thought into their menu and it isnt your usual pub grub. It's priced the same but even better quality. I had a club sandiwch the other week which blew my socks off and filled me up for a week. Their pizza's are amazing too - and there's some quirky toppings going on.It get's quite busy at weekends/evenings so not your normall chilled pub, but this is perfect if you fancy something a bit more lively. The drawback is having no garden, get a garden and this pub is perfect. Looking forward to a few more bike rides up to The Vine this summer...

My husband and I have been to the Vine on a number of occasions previously, and wonder if there has been a change of management recently.We were intending to have a late lunch at the Vine one saturday, but were unfortunately greeted by tables in the bar area covered with dirty used plates from previous diners, spilt drinks, spilt food, and a very disinterested barmaid. The menus she gave us were wet through, and she made no attempt to clear away and clean up any of the tables, despite there being opportunities to do so.We closed out our drinks tab (it took us all of 2 sips of the drink to agree we did not want to stay for lunch afterall) and she simply shrugged her shoulders at us when we explained why we were leaving.I would recommend the management cleans up their act before expecting clients to return here.

EXCELLENT FOOD EXCELLENT SERVICE SO BABY FRIENDLY

I have on a few occasions tried to get a table at The Vine without booking ahead and failed on each attempt, so finally I got organised and booked a table. I decided to go for two starters - I don't eat meat so the choice on mains was a little limited for me, plus I thought I would be more likely to have room for dessert! So I started with the pancake with creamy mushroom and cheese filling, followed by the Smoked Haddock fishcake with poached egg. Both courses were delicious and I really didn't need to eat dessert, however the Creme Brulee flavoured with Drambuie was just too tempting so I squeezed it in anyway. I now understand why this place is so popular! The food was great and reasonably priced. The choice of wine is also good, my glass of Temperanillo hit the spot. The service was friendly and efficient and there was a buzzy atmosphere. I will definitely be going back!

Great gastropub. I'm particularly partial to the chips and their desserts! May need to book at weekends as it gets busy!