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Amazing service from Katrina, she was very kind and lovey

Lovely place on the River. Service and food good. Will most certainly return.

Rude staff wouldn't let my daughter go to the toilet. Manager hears the full conversation then when I complained pretend med he didn't know what was going on. No integrity rude idiots do not go here if you have children.

Booked 8’adults for my wife’s birthday dinner. All very nice and would recommend. The only thing I thought was terribly mean was after they brought my wife’s birthday cake I asked for some cream and they charged me £5.15. Overall we had spent close to £500 in total on food, drinks and tip. That was petty.

We ate here for three consecutive nights whilst staying in the village. The food is excellent, served hot with good sized portions. Good selection of drinks available, the seating area is well spaced out, and best of all dog friendly. All the staff are very friendly and efficient at their jobs, obviously well trained and overseen by Phil who made us most welcome as soon as we walked in on the first night. So it's many thanks from us and when we are back in the area, we will definitely visit you once again.

I ordered food at 18:40 and was told it would arrive within an hour. It’s now 20:40, and not only has the food still not arrived, but I’ve also made 84 calls trying to reach the restaurant, all of which have been either diverted or ignored. This level of service is absolutely disgraceful. It’s unacceptable for a business to treat its customers this way, especially on a special occasion like Valentine’s Day. There was no communication, no updates, and no effort to address the delay. I understand that busy times can cause setbacks, but completely ignoring customers is inexcusable. This experience has completely ruined our evening, and I would strongly advise anyone considering ordering from here to think twice. Poor service, zero accountability, and a total lack of professionalism. Avoid at all costs!

Food and their customer service are always great, highly recommend! Lunch or dinner, they will always take care of you.

January 25, 2025, I attended the Burns Night celebration at Galvin Green Man, a historic pub and restaurant near Chelmsford, Essex. The evening was a delightful blend of Scottish tradition and culinary excellence. The event featured a four-course menu priced at £48 per person, accompanied by Scottish bagpipes and the traditional haggis ceremony. The dishes were thoughtfully prepared, reflecting the restaurant's commitment to seasonal and local ingredients. The ambiance was enhanced by the historic setting of the pub, which dates back to 1341, providing a cozy and authentic atmosphere. The staff were attentive and knowledgeable, contributing to a memorable experience. While the food was exceptional, the overall experience of the Burns Night celebration at Galvin Green Man was truly enjoyable, offering a perfect blend of tradition, atmosphere, and high-quality cuisine.

Such a lovely experience, we were quickly greeted with a smile from everyone and the food came out quickly and beautifuly. Definitely going to return x

First time here. Lovely place and staff.

Great night had by all, with my partner and two kids. It's the 2nd time we have been and everyone enjoyed their meals. The staff were great all round which made the experience that much better as well. Will definitely be going back.

Everyone was very friendly. But we felt a bit pressured to give our review. This lovely gentleman stood next to us until we finished writing the review, not his fault. It is their job

First time visiting Pho and had such an amazing experience special thanks to Eve! Eve's suggestions for every dish recommended was a 10/10, from starters to pudding 🍮. Eve's customer service skills more than 10/10 and so professional with it. Great vibes, great food , great staff, great atmosphere. Will be definitely visiting Pho again and again 😋. Thank you.

A very pleasant first visit to this unique and quirky restaurant for my birthday. We will definitely be back! Wonderful experience.

We are so pleased to have found this excellent restaurant. The food was freshly prepared and to a very high standard. The lasagne was delicious as was the pollo Milanese with a scrumptious spaghetti bolognaise. The garlic bread with mozzarella was also a big hit. We will definitely return.