Been coming here for years, and the Gosth Jolpai curry is always spot on. That rich, slow-cooked flavour never changes. It&rsquo;s the main reason I keep coming back.

Been here a few times for a casual meal. The food&#39;s decent, nothing fancy but it hits the spot. Good place for a chat with mates, not just the tables.

The kitchen is spotless, which you can see from the open counter. It&#39;s a nice detail that makes you feel comfortable about the food. The menu has some solid choices, and everything we&#39;ve tried has been consistently good.

Decent spot for a pre-show bite. The portions are generous, which is just what you want before an event. My pasta was pretty good, though the sauce was a touch heavy. Got us sorted without a rush.

Popped in for lunch. The baked potato with prawns was spot on, really hit the spot. Nice selection of teas too. Place has a good, friendly buzz.

Love the 50s diner vibe here. Their milkshake menu is huge, and the cakes look fantastic.

Had the breakfast ciabatta and a flat white. The coffee was good, but the real star was their selection of craft beers and natural wines. Perfect with the food. A solid little spot for a relaxed bite.

Been coming here for years. The terrace view is the main draw for me, never gets old. It&rsquo;s just a really solid spot for a pint by the water.

Service was quick and friendly. The cod was tasty, the tea was a nice touch. Food came out fast, which was good as we were just popping in. 👍

Been coming here for years, the coffee&#39;s always spot on. Their pastries change daily, had a fantastic raspberry danish this morning. Love that they&#39;ve got a proper outdoor bit for the dog.

Grabbed a takeaway lunch here. The compostable packaging and wooden fork is a nice touch, feels a bit more considered. Food was decent too.

Popped in for lunch in the village. Got the Yorkshire pudding wrap with chicken and onion, plus chips and gravy. It was all homemade, which was nice. The portion was huge though &ndash; couldn&#39;t finish it all. Good for the price.

The cask ales here are spot on. Had a pint of their seasonal bitter, proper cellar temperature and a nice creamy head. The manager mentioned they rotate the hand pumps weekly, which explains the fresh taste. A bit pricier than the pub down the road, but you&#39;re paying for the quality.

The full English was cooked just right. The house ale was a solid pairing, though the coffee could be a bit stronger.

Quick lunch spot, perfect for a fast bite. Their pepperoni pizza is always hot and ready in minutes. Staff is friendly, makes the whole process smooth. A bit pricey for the size, but the speed is worth it.

Came by for a quick bite, ended up upstairs. The chicken parma was huge, really hit the spot. Gnocchi was good too. Nice and relaxed up there.

The patatas bravas were really good, nicely spiced. Halloumi fries were thick and tasty, calamari was spot on. Solid tapas for a casual bite.

Been coming here for years, and the value&#39;s still there. You get a solid meal and a pint without that sting in your wallet. It&#39;s just reliable.

Decent spot. The staff were friendly and the food was tasty. But honestly, the portions were a bit on the smaller side for the price. Left feeling like I needed a snack later.

The food here is absolutely fantastic, especially the vegan chili which was delicious! The staff were incredibly friendly and attentive, making the experience even better.

The cocktail with the rose was a real highlight. They prepare it with a little flame at the table, which was a fun touch. I appreciated that it wasn&#39;t overly sweet, you could really taste the fresh ingredients. A nice, balanced option.

Came for the Keralan fish curry. The portion was generous for the price, easily enough for two. The flavours were complex, really interesting. Had some leftover to take home, which is always a plus.

Nice local spot. Their pizza oven does a proper job, the crust was spot on. But the real star was the gin list - tried a local one that paired surprisingly well with the spicy salami topping. Could do with a few more wine options though.

Clean place, even the loos. Liked the decor, felt pretty chilled. Food was decent, nothing crazy but hit the spot for a casual dinner.

Popped in for a quick breakfast. The place was spotless, and the staff were really on it. Got a full English for under a tenner, which felt like a proper deal.

Been here a few times. They use sunflower oil for cooking, so it&#39;s a good spot if you avoid beef. The upstairs area is nice and tidy. Service is always friendly, makes it easy to come back.

Been coming here for years. The coffee&#39;s always solid, and knowing it helps keep the cathedral looking so grand is a nice touch. That&#39;s really what keeps me coming back.

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