The Compass

After all the positive reviews (like in Time Out) we thought we should give this new gastropub a try.

We were there on the recent Bank Holiday weekend. The place was quite empty but the best seats were taken so we sat next to the open kitchen. I went to the toilet with our young son but when I came back we still didn't have the menu or seen anybody who might be able to serve us. I went to look for a menu myself but a girl appeared who had been busy cleaning and laying some tables. Useful but not when people have been waiting for some service.

The menu was super short, five mains and for dessert a cheese plate. Ok we thought they are keeping it simple, it won't take too long to cook and it will all be fresh.

Our drinks arrived and then the waiting started. Out of boredom and hunger we ordered the additional bread which turned out to be dry and the portion was small.

Eventually after 50 minutes the food finally showed up but it wasn't worth the long wait. When I asked for some ketchup the watitress said sure I'll get some but nothing showed up, as again she was chatting with some friends.

The people in the kitchen seemed very busy, but as you sometimes see in Masterchef, the ones who give the impression of doing a lot are not the best cooks.
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Dutch_Food - View all reviews by this user
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Food 5 | Service 3 | Atmosphere 6 | Value for money 5
Sunday, September 13, 2009

Last Friday 3 good friends and I found what we all think is a little gem of a Gastro Pub. We all love our food and decided to try the new look Compass and what a good choice it was. The food was delicious with interesting twists on the British theme, the atmosphere right on the mark for a pub with great grub and the staff friendly and relaxed. As for the bill, totally reasonable for the quality of the evening.
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Dean Northcott
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Food 9 | Service 9 | Atmosphere 10 | Value for money 9
Monday, July 20, 2009

I've been to the Compass twice now, both time for dinner and drinks. The food is amazing! I think I'm in love with the giant duck scotch egg with homemade brown sauce. All the sauces and the bread is homemade. I really recommend it.
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sophieeats - View all reviews by this user
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Food 10 | Service 9 | Atmosphere 9 | Value for money 9
Wednesday, July 08, 2009