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The little skewers were nice. The lemon sole and ravioli special were satisfyinf and tasty dishes, but the mackeral was very ordinary and the crab souufle was disappointingly small. The menu offers mackeral with aubergines, but the amount of aubergines was derisory. The crab accompaniment of leeks was a thimblefull, and one should request a magnifying glass to find the tomatoes with the potatoes. The worst was the cider - we ordered half pints and got tiny portions in wine glasses. My guest is a member of the gourmet Food Writers' Guild and even she was surprised by the meanness. The service was OK, but not worth the fixed charge of 12.5%.

Having eaten several times at a pub run by the now owners of Tallow, we were keen to try their new venture. A way to travel for us and expectations were high… First impressions were of an inviting looking building, second impressions were of a warm, cosy place heated with a log burner. It was a cold, damp night but all this was immediately forgotten as we became enveloped in the Tallow magic. Nice decor, a mix of old and the more contemporary; stripped back wood and brick which complimented the building itself, with the statement fireplace and central winding staircase, a really lovely atmosphere. The waiting staff were all that you could wish for and more. Each course was described by the staff as it was served and just as delicious as its very explicit description. Without being told, our server asked if I was Vegetarian as I had chosen plant based options for both my starter and main courses. Without being asked, two different amuse bouche arrived, one for me and a different one for my husband. It’s little details like this that separate this restaurant from a lot of others and possibly why, on a wet Wednesday evening in November, every table was taken - bar one! Delicious food, beautiful surroundings, first class waiting staff, everything that we had hoped for and more. Would definitely recommend

We ate downstairs...always a delight to visit this place ..Great food and lovely people looking after you!!! 10 out 10...

Popped in for a coffee and was surprised to see the selection of homemade cakes on offer. The custard slice was fantastic 😀😀

Given the reviews we were expecting good things. The staff were friendly enough , but the food at best was average , for example soggy toast with a spread of very dubious origin. Butter it was not. The poached eggs to go with the toast were solid too. Consequently we have not been back

One of our favourite places to have coffee and delicious food on the beach now has an indoor seating area. What’s not to like! Top spot in Walmer/Deal 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

We recently visited Thai Courtyard and had an absolutely delicious meal in the garden! It's a small restaurant which is family-run with wonderfully authentic food. Highly recommend if you're in the area.

Food usually very good but I had a sandwich today that I think must have been yesterday's as it was very dry and tough to eat.

Have been going here for years without issue. Today I took my visiting parents here for a cooked breakfast. We sat down and had to wait for 15 min before one of the 2 staff came to take our order (she was eating her breakfast at a table when we arrived!) Very rude and blunt when taking our order. Waited a long time for it to arrive and when it did my order was wrong. I informed the staff and she appologied. When the missing item did arrive some 5 min later, it wasn’t cooked! I tried to return it to the staff but both were outside the kitchen back door smoking, so I left it on the side. When they came back in they ignored that it was there and just continued to talk. Never once did they ask “everything ok?” Or “how was your food?” Won’t be coming here again.

Nice setup. A little pricey but good quality.

Freshly made food quiet and a very nice atmosphire. Lots of gifts and trinkets and the staff were very interesting to talk to. Apparently there are tables and chairs outside and you can watch the lambs.

Enjoyed some tasty food from here. Customised to tastes. Lots of options made fresh. Recommend the samosas. Sometimes busy, but worth the wait.

It was my first time visiting here and they were absolutely amazing. They were very accommodating to my diet and very understanding too. All the staff are lovely. The food was very nice and big portions too. I will be visiting again. I highly recommend to everyone. Thank you for an amazing service.

Lovely friendly pub. Tasty food with a friendly service.

had a lovely evening meal in the pointer , salt and pepper calamari starter was very nice and the steak and ale pie was superb , washed down with a very tasty bottle of malbec , we will return