The Grapes

Used to do great crispy fish and chips in the bar. Told them over a month ago it had gone downhil so gave it another chance this week.

Batter is now thick and oily, the crushed peas were watery and made the "aunt bessies" style chips soggy. The fish used to be a meaty cod that you could pull away lumps of tasty and juicy flesh. Its now a thin flakey cheap tasting fish. Not sure what it is but its not the meaty cod they used to have. Damn shame and I hope things improve as I won't be eating fish and chips there again. Good ales though.
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Hopeful - View all reviews by this user
6 Overall rating
Food 2 | Service 9 | Atmosphere 9 | Value for money 5
Thursday, November 03, 2011

Had a meal upstairs in the restaurant at the Grapes last night. What a wonderful experience. The service was fast and friendly, the food (i had the lamb rump and my wife had the sea bass) was out of this world. We loved the the white linen table cloths, napkins, flowers and candles on every table. Overall we had an unexpectedly romantic night, with great service and even greater food. I can highly recommend to anyone.
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John
10 Overall rating
Food 10 | Service 10 | Atmosphere 10 | Value for money 9
Saturday, October 15, 2011

I think this is the worst pub I have been to in the UK. A shame really as it is perfectly situated. Whoever owns this place should start getting the pub back on track.

Yes I know tourists annoy the barman, but someone should whisper in his ear that unfortunately in such an historical place they will come! I fear it is time to change the barman. His rudeness is extraordinary even in a country known for bad service this one wins the prize.

Would I recommend anyone visit it? Never - I guess if you are a local you get treated differently. I took 6 people there for lunch one Sunday and the barman was so discourteous we walked out.

I just read back over the previous reviews so I guess this just confirms previous comments. Funny that it doesnt matter to the owner - even in this economic climate.
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Robyne Chamberlain - View all reviews by this user
0 Overall rating
Food 0 | Service 0 | Atmosphere 1 | Value for money 0
Sunday, August 09, 2009