We decided to book for an early dinner as two of our company were going to the theatre afterwards. We called at reception in the morning to book a table for 5:30. The dining room was due to be busy that evening but because we were eating early, they found us a table on the basis that we would be finished by 7:00. That was no problem. We arrived about 15 minutes early but were told there was no booking. The staff found us a table however and we proceeded to order. There is a good choice of food and the staff were excellent in accommodating those who are a bit more fussy about food. Service was quite quick. The food was delicious. Only two of the company managed a dessert. Although the hotel was busy we found a table in the lounge where we could enjoy an after-dinner drink and a chat. A very pleasant evening which was enjoyed by all. I have eaten here on many occasions and have never been disappointed yet. Footnote: The lack of a booking was obviously an error by the staff because I received a telephone call a few days later to ask if I had made a booking for 28 May which was some 15 days after we dined there.