The best restaurants in Barlaston and Oulton Stafford West Midlands

We come here when we fancy 'a posh' curry, because we generally make our own...but here, the menu is fascinating and the staff are polite, enthusiastic, knowledgeable and passionate, so if you're dazzled by the menu or fancy something in particular, they guide you to your best choice or make a note to tweak the ingredients to provide you with just what you want, and it doesn't disappoint. The portions aren't too big; so you can enjoy the poppadoms, a starter and a main without panicking you're going to run out of space, and each course is paid as much attention to. My starter was as exquisite as my main. If there was any criticism, the choice of two sittings at six and eight - though I understand why - mean the six is a bit early and the eight is a bit late. At six we were asked three times by three members of staff if we were ready to order before we had managed to scrutinise the menu, while also trying to catch up with our companions. The poppadoms then arrived immediately whilst still in mid-conversation, so we felt a bit rushed (and the chutney tray could be a little more generous for £4 extra) but overall, the two people in our party who wanted something recommended by the staff, based on their tastes, were thrilled with what they got and it's always nice to hear them say "Next time we come I'm having that" so we'd recommend you give Blanc a go if you haven't already!

Okay since my last review the place has changed hands Ant has left and his steaks were the best cannot comment on new owners yet. Not tried the food yet went in other day thou for a beer only had the 1 and it was flat quite dissapointing so went elsewhere in the village for a pint. Going to give it a 2* but will revisit and try the food see if get that mark up higher. Okay went for a meal 1 week ago end of November considering someone posted week before gave 5* got there bearing in mind advertised food too be told food will be on soon we took it seeing we arrived at 5.30pm it would be say 6pm no problems hmm no we were informed we dont have a chef/cook will be a couple of weeks until someone sorted what a joke and unsblr give a zero rating so went elsewhere in Barlaston had a cracking meal and decent drink. Thought have look see if restarted doing food only problem is on tripadvisor it shows the old menu so well out of date seems like they dont do it anymore seems they have visiting food vendors in vans instead so may give it a go.

Beautiful location, foods very well presented and tasting

My daughter and I had a beautiful three course meal for Mother’s Day. It was extremely well presented, delicious with perfect flavours. The manager, Lee, was polite and helpful. He showed us around the restaurant which is beautiful with lots of character. The whole dining experience was magical and we will definitely be back! Thank you, to Lee and his staff.

Notice on T V text actor Neil Morrisey quits pub after 10 years . will be missed

Went for Sunday lunch with husband and friend. Beautiful setting and attentive staff. No starter but, however the main course was disappointing. The pork and mashed potatoes were lovely but have to criticise the rest. No carrots or parsnips, slices of stuffing and tiny bit of cabbage, cauliflower and beans underdone. The roast potatoes were small and dried up. Very tasty gravy. Husband said food not hot enough. Gorgeous sweet with many flavours and textures. Would return but not for Sunday lunch.

We've eaten here before and it was fine - not brilliant, but our visiting friends like dining in the railway carriages and that was the reason for our visit. However... I'm not sure what went wrong today but it was one of the worst Sunday lunches we ever had. After waiting nearly 40 minutes, a very small half portion of overly salty soup arrived, delivered with a cold basic shop bought cheapo bread roll. We ordered Sunday roast and it was so bad it was comical. Again, such a small portion size that it looked like it was meant for a child. My single roast potato was the size of a brussel sprout! I had to ask for more and to be fair they did bring 2 more very small roast potatoes (lol!). 2 small pieces of beef that were gone in about 6 mouthfuls. The food was only luke warm. We had intended having desserts as well but didn't bother after that. We are all for supporting local restaurants, but it just seemed today that this place has given up. The railway carriages are looking tired - the net curtains were filthy, for example! I don't think this place will be around for much longer if they carry on like this. There are far better Sunday roasts available nearby! We wouldn't go here again.

Food came quickly, good portion but not everything that is on menu is served. Staff and Chef argumentative. Pity.