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I had a large glass of wine and a bowl of nachos with sauce. I won't judge on the wine: it's a light-coloured, and light tasting, Californian zinfandel. Wouldn't be my first choice, but the only "red" wine from which to choose (odd in a town with so many excellent wine merchants that there's no choice). Food was "loaded" nachos with three-bean quinoa "chilli" and "cheeze" topping. The cheeze was like a layer of plastic, not my thing but worth trying once I guess. The three-bean quinoa topping was rather dry, give me an actual gooey salsa any day, and it was rather bland - didn't have any flavours that turned me on at all and the chilli wasn't very chilli. I opted for a few atoms of guacamole in an egg cup to go with it, this was ok too. However, the "tortilla chips" were as close to flavourless as I've ever had. They crunched, but that's about all I can recommend about them. The dish is not recommended on that, and the dry "chilli", basis ... sorry. Total price? a shade under £20. Worth it? Absolutely not. I appreciate the food is vegan - great! - but I had better (and much more!) vegan food in London for less yesterday, in an otherwise similar setting, and the overheads in Mayfair dwarf the costs in Cambridge. Friends who recommend the place said "it's great, but pricey" and they were absolutely right. I can get double the number of nachos, with double the flavour, at my local pub for half the price. The place? Pretty good. I had a table with a socket, at the back where it's quiet, which was great as I had to work a bit while I ate. Other customers were worth talking to. The staff? Seemed mostly friendly, but a mixed bag. The first person didn't like that I'd dared to turn up at 1150 for lunch, told me I was too early, then the kitchen staff said "it's fine" and I got my food anyway. The lack of flexibility for £20 for a bag of not-great tortilla chips and sauce means an average score, sorry Thrive but you'll need to do better - for the price - if I'm to become a regular.

I've visited this restaurant a few times in the past but unfortunately have stopped since one of our party got food poisoning - we suspect from the oysters - after eating here. We e-mailed the restaurant about this incident as a precaution but received no reply or acknowledgment. A shame since the food and ambience has otherwise been pleasant.

Best pizza in Bury St eds. Had a stuffed crust BBQ pizza and the base was so good and the toppings and cheeses were loaded on there and delicious,reminded me of the awesome pizza I used to have back in the US. Not cheap but well worth it, so much better than a domino's or other big chain pizza, which taste a bit plastic in comparison. This pizza was proper. People working there were very nice too, I had an injured hand and they helped put the pizza in the car for me Updated to say their tomato sauce base pizzas also excellent They do a good gluten free pizza option as well

Great restuarant...authentic.. lovely staff, ordered tapas, food was ok only let down was they didn't provide a finger bowl with the tapas, need to clean the fingers when picking food.. other than that a nice place to eat..

Went with the family for my wife’s 60th birthday celebration, Katie and the team made it a special night. Thank you! Nick

My family and I have tried out nearly all of the indian restaurants in Stevenage, Baldock, Hitchin & Letchworth and regard the Lancer as the best in the area. As a result, we have become regulars here even though we live in Stevenage. The poppadom chutney tray is good, there are a range of mild to spicy curries for all tastes, the service is great, the lamb is tender, the portions are good, cobra on draught, on Sundays and Wednesdays they have great deals on. I would highly recommend the lancer.

First time at this establishment, went for breakfast. Very nice interior which was very welcoming. The server/front of house was friendly, courtes and efficient. Breakfast was good and overall was good value, though a few more beans would be nice as I thought the portion was small but appreciate that can be personal preference. We would definitely re visit this pub and would recommend it to family and friends.

We ordered Rock and Cod, both were cooked fresh, delicious and tasty! Large chips was plenty between two, highly recommended

Go go go - Amazing give this place a go you will Not be disappointed. Fabulous food and lovely service. It is very comfortable and relaxed

Amazing! The service was superb and the food was spectacular. The waitresses Dilly and Daisy were very welcoming and friendly. Would definitely eat there again.

Top staff, food and ambience.🙏🏼

Disappointing... chips were rubbish overcooked skinny fries. Seafood platter for one tasteless, limited what you could choose on plate. One waitress said choose anything to change the other said limited choice. Nothing special really

We’ve driven past the Rose and Crown multiple times in the past couple of years, but we’d never stopped there until now. How stupid of us not to have dined here sooner! My confit lamb ragu and my husband’s venison duo were delicious, and the toffee apple crumble and sticky toffee pudding (both served with the house custard) were lovely. The beer (Woodforde’s Reedlighter) was well kept - we’ll certainly be back very soon.

My wife and I have just a Sunday roast at the Waeccer and it was fabulous. The chef James is a real asset and his food speaks volumes. He also takes the time to come out and speak with customers which is really encouraging. We will be back very soon, thank you.

Lovely restaurant.nice ambience.enjoyed the pumpkin latte