Pullens

Small family gathering on Sunday was a very rewarding visit to Pullens. Long table in the window and we variously had starters of mussels (excellent, with bay leaves in the sauce) chicken liver pate (surely home made followed by roast beef - very good portions with lovely "al dente" vegetables, butternut squash risotto, and pan-fried Cornish sand-sloe - absolutely delicious. Puddings were creative and yummy, wines very well priced and all-in-all a great time was had by all, helped by young, friendly staff. Very well done, owner-chef Alan!
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Richard
9 Overall rating
Food 9 | Service 8 | Atmosphere 9 | Value for money 10
Monday, February 21, 2011

I have been coming here on and off for a couple of years now and am a huge fan. The food is wonderful (Springbok in particular was perfectly done and a real treat...I'm a Saffer so I really should know!) the service couldnt have been friendlier and there was a real buzz to the place. Not only that, its a lovely place just to sit and watch the world go by. Yes, the toilets could do with a spruce up and I would like to see a couple more French reds on the wine list, but thats being picky...All in all, I dont think you can go wrong here, whether its a romantic supper or a long, heavy Sunday lunch. Cant recommend it enough.
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Richard
9 Overall rating
Food 9 | Service 8 | Atmosphere 10 | Value for money 9
Wednesday, February 02, 2011

I can only assume that Friday 5th was in a parallel universe. I have always found that the staff are friendly (and work hard even if the place is chaotically full!) and that the food is extremely well put together and part of an extensive menu. This is not particularly fine dining, there is a proper atmosphere, good music, and conversation if you happen to need some. I know some people will be put off by negative reviews, but please do give it a try - I've been coming here for years and am yet to be disappointed!
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Jenny
10 Overall rating
Food 10 | Service 10 | Atmosphere 10 | Value for money 10
Saturday, January 08, 2011

Pullens is clearly a popular restaurant. Food was well presented, very tasty and if I lived in the area i would be a regular.

The service was prompt and friendly.
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Arnold
8 Overall rating
Food 7 | Service 8 | Atmosphere 7 | Value for money 9
Wednesday, September 22, 2010

Pullens is a gem of a local restaurant, great food and great value. The staff are always freindly and helpful.

As regulars we can always find something interesting on the menu, with the specials changing often.

If you are looking for great value the credit munch is £10 for 2 courses, £5 lunch specials.
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Michael
9 Overall rating
Food 9 | Service 9 | Atmosphere 9 | Value for money 10
Sunday, September 19, 2010

I had lunch at Pullens today (despite seeing the reviews below and wondering what had gone wrong as it has always been fine in the past). The service was friendly and prompt (we had drinks in front of us within about 3 mins of sitting down), and the food was good. My friend had lentil soup, I had a mushroom and goats cheese burger. We are not vegetarians but I was deciding between about 4 vege options on the menu. The salads which went past us looked good as well.

As to reviews below, I guess you have to remember this isn't a michelin starred eatery - it is a local cafe/restaurant. The food was nice without being amazing, the service was young and friendly but not silver. It is exactly what I would expect from a local cafe, and part of its charm is that it is local and not posh. Great place for a coffee, brunch or to meet a friend for a relaxed lunch.

Best of all, lunch today, with a glass of wine each, was £20. A tenner each for a nice lunch and a vino is pretty good value in my books!
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7 Overall rating
Food 6 | Service 6 | Atmosphere 7 | Value for money 8
Saturday, August 21, 2010

Not sure what Feb 5th is talking about - was it a little busy for you? Too much character? Perhaps you prefer a starchy, over serviced meal. Can I suggest the The Criterion In Piccadilly Circus.

I have been popping to Pullens over the last 4 years and I have never had a bad meal, in fact it's some of the best cooking in the area. Yes, the service can be a little relaxed but it's a bistro restaurant not a Wimpy. We love it, in fact we are going tonight.....
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8 Overall rating
Food 8 | Service 8 | Atmosphere 8 | Value for money 8
Saturday, May 22, 2010