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Superb! We enjoyed yet another wonderful Sunday lunch and had to write about it as a sign of thanks and appreciation. It really was fabulous. The meat (we both had lamb) was cooked perfectly – as was the wonderful array of vegetables. Just the right mix of vegetables and each cooked, well, perfectly! The gravy topped it all off as did the service, which was speedy, professional and extremely friendly from the entire team. It’s a gem and we can’t wait to experience again. Thank you ‘team Axe’!

I booked and pre-ordered a Christmas meal for our family of ten. On arrival I checked in at the bar saying we had booked and my name. We were shown to our table, which didn't look very Christmassy and a waitress brought some menus. I explained we had prebooked, so didn't need menus and we were then shown to the correct table. We were asked what drinks we wanted: prosecco, sold out; vodka and coke, no coke; vodka and orange, no orange; zinfandel, sold out. We did get wine and beer. Food was OK. On receiving the bill I sent it back complaining about the lack of drinks so they took some off. I sent the next bill back as they had not deducted the £110 deposit I paid weeks before. Eventually got the correct bill and left asap.

Visited the Kingston Arms a couple of weeks ago, I noticed there was a new member of who I think is also a local because I recognised him from when I've been in a few times before. He was so miserable, and absolutely stank of BO as if he hadn’t change his top in a while or washed. I have a very sensitive stomach and safe to say I didn’t want him handling next drink or me getting near him to smell it again so went elsewhere after. Shame as the pub is a favourite of mine when I visit Cambridge.

A stunning place in a stunning location, let down by mis management, no food available on the menu, which I read is the norm. Not satisfactory as we were residents who didn't want to travel outside of the pub. 30 seconds walk to roys, which was ideal on a shopping trip. But the food when it did arrive was tepid! And not very enjoyable...but the icing on the cake was when we sat there for three hours and witnessed the young barman who truly did not smile once...not a welcoming sight for customers!

really enjoyed an evening meal in this lovely old pub , the food is good but not exceptional, but good value good and attentive service,

Four of us visited on a Saturday lunchtime for a birthday/Christmas meal and had pre booked the set Christmas menu. All of us agreed that everything was absolutely delicious. The turkey was very tasty along with everything else on our plates. We honestly couldn't fault it and we all agreed it was the best roast we have had in any restaurant. The whole three courses were lovely and very reasonably priced. Service was warm and friendly. The pub was beautifully decorated for Christmas. Well done everyone there we shall definitely return.

The positive aspects of this review are that the pub is aesthetically pleasing with lovely wood burner in the bar and the staff were all extremely welcoming, attentive and friendly. However, the meal we had was far from exceptional or value for money. In fact our meal was totally disappointing. My wife ordered the “Home made Focaccia with oil and olives. What turned up was no more focaccia than a sliced loaf from the Sunblest factory. The definition of focaccia is: Focaccia (pronounced fo-kah-cha) is a flat bread similar to pizza dough that can be either sweet or savory. In Italy, Liguria is the best known region for focaccia, which is called “classica” in Genoa, a focaccia 1/2 to 1 inch thick, with a light crust and an surface full of indentations that hold oil. As someone who bakes bread, including focaccia, on a regular basis I am sure the bread served was a commercially produced sliced loaf of some sort. I ordered the smoked ham hock and chicken terrine but what turned up was a remarkably bland terrine which tasted of nothing and came with a small slice of toasted bread and a bowl of branston pickle plus some mini pickles. We both ordered the Sirloin steak with mushrooms, tomato and chips which was £28 a portion. What turned up was definitely not worth anywhere near that. Mushrooms was a single small flat mushroom cap on the end of the steak. The tomato just had a cross cut in the top and then grilled to create charring on the top. There were a few fat chips and a few salad leaves. The steaks themselves were mediocre and certainly not of the quality I would expect at £28. For sweet we had a pavlova followed by coffee. The coffee was good! The total bill with three drinks was over £100. I certainly would not recommend this restaurant.

Our walking group has just had our Christmas Social at The Guinea. What a fantastic evening! The food was excellent as evidenced by clean plates, the service exemplary and a wonderful atmosphere. Thank you to all the staff for making tonight such an enjoyable experience.

Amazing thoughtful kind managers and staff.

We booked a table for lunch while we were staying in the area for a few days. Staff were really friendly and looked after us well throughout our visit, and the pub itself is a lovely welcoming place. I had the fish pie which was delicious, and husband had a bit of a lunch pick n mix involving soup, sandwich and chips which all got the thumbs up. Would definitely recommend.

Absolutely fantastic food service and atmosphere, we were a large family table of 14 food was amazing as was the service. Would highly recommend this pub. X

Flying from Stansted in the early hours so we rebooked this hotel as it was so amazing for us last summer! Staff, atmosphere, room all still amazing but last time we stayed in their rooms next door, off the pub and we much preferred it. This time we stayed above the pub and I didn’t realise how loud it would be until 11/11:30pm when the pub closed. I’m sure this would be ok for the regular customer who was making use of the pub until that time, but if you were travelling to the airport I would request not to have a room above the pub. All was still lovely just a comment to bear in mind for others!

Last minute mid-week lunch after a walk with the dog. Called ahead to check lunch serving times. Was told we needed to order by 2.50 at the latest. On arrival at 2.40 we quickly placed our order. After about 20 minutes a member of staff came to our table to say that the liver and bacon was deemed unsatisfactory quality by the chef and we had the option to change; although the lasagne was ready to be served. Decided to continue with original order due to not wishing to eat at different times or have one meal cold. Staff went back to the kitchen to then return to say the chef was not prepared to serve the liver. At this point we were told to reorder an alternative. Staff suggested sausages and mash. I asked how long it would take and was told not long. Five minutes later both meals arrived. The lasagne and garlic bread were cold. As were the garlic mushrooms ordered as a side. These were sent back and returned… hot but dry as a bone. I made it known and was refunded for the lasagne although at this point the whole eating experience was disastrous, which is a shame as it seems a lovely little pub. I certainly will not return nor recommend based on this experience.

Lovely warm atmosphere. Helpful, friendly staff.

29th November 2024. New owners. Really nice lunch for all 4 adults. Inc. 2 hot tasty home made pies.helpful and friendly staff. Food arrived promptly. Had a chat with the owner who was also the chef. All round 5*. Will be regulars.