Young, friendly and vibrant staff. Really tasty homemade chicken burger, full of flavour. A nice change from the usual frozen burgers you get in other pubs. Service was very friendly and helpful, not in your face. We were even treated to a complementary amuse bouche. Would go back again.
Visited this pup in passing recently and it was really traditional and cosy. Plenty of seating for a Friday evening and the outside area was buzzing with a good atmosphere. We didn't order food so can't comment. The drinks were quite pricey, but normal, I guess, for the moment. Staff were friendly and the toilets adequate.
Had a fabulous dinner here last night! The young man behind the bar was so nice and funny too. The “Chicken Supreme” was indeed supreme, fresh and perfectly done. The sticky toffee pudding was to die for. Such a cozy spot too. Highly recommend!
Update… this review is for May 2023 and how different things are from June 2022! My rave review is below and I was so looking forward to returning. This was a special weekend away for my husband’s birthday and I feel let down and so disappointed. The menu is now second rate, normal and boring - steaks, ribs, fish and chips. Very different from the photos I have shared before. The batter on the fish was soggy. Everything bland. My husband left most of his. The tamarind ribs were quite harsh, not really a marinaded flavoursome rack as I thought they might be and the “slaw”… the chef should be embarrassed to serve it. It was warm and must have been sitting out for ages as the cut edges of the red cabbage and red onion were brown not white or translucent as when fresh. My recommendation - don’t bother! Look for a different venue. I’m so upset as it spoilt the last night of what was a special celebratory weekend. I have changed my review to 1 star from 5. What a wonderful discovery. A real gen and the chef can cook up a storm!! Delicious doesn’t even come close to describing the delights we had for our evening meal. Every course was perfection. Beautifully presented and the perfect portion size. Excellence without arrogance. Could not fault it. We are in the village for a few days so hope to book again.
My partner and I have just moved to Alton. We thought we’d try what is technically our local after a long walk with the pooches. I don’t often write review especially negative ones but I’m more than happy to write this one. I managed a pub for 10 years so I’m obviously going to be (to my detriment) possibly overly critical at times, not that I ever complain however this place is an establishment to be proud of. From the second we walked in we were welcomed, all the staff were happy and the atmosphere was relaxed and friendly. The manager squeezed us in even though we hadn’t booked and the service was prompt and professional. Well mannered locals enjoying a pint at the bar (exactly as it should be) and all the other diners appeared perfectly content. I think the only delay was us trying to decide what to order from their menu which clearly suggests skilled and experienced chefs in their kitchen. This pub could accommodate a quick pint and a plate of fish and chips from the bar menu or a nice bottle of wine from their extensive wine selection whilst sharing cote de boeuf for a more special occasion. I’m smiling whilst writing this review because It’s not often a pub ticks all the boxes for me and this one happens to now be on my doorstep. A proper friendly local pub! From wellies to waistcoats everyone we saw enter was equally welcomed. Thank you and very well done 👏 🌟 🌟 🌟 🌟 🌟
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Alton, Hampshire, GU34