The Morgan

The locals seem desperate to love this gastro pub, although I'm hard pushed to guess why. Could it be because there's nowhere else to go nearby like it? And could that be the reason the prices are pretty much double what they should be for the standard of food? Well, without the competition they can set them how they like, I guess.

Anyways. The 'pub' part of gastro pub is an alright boozer. The beers were ok, the atmosphere alright, although everyone seemed the same; late twenty something and probably working in media. The 'gastro' part had a considerably more varied clientele (a good sign) and retained a feeling of intimacy in spite of the relatively large scale. The food from the (limited) menu was pleasant, well-executed and almost-fancy - but at typically around £16 per main course, I'm afraid I can't give this place any score at all for value for money. It's really not that good for that price. The only thing left to mention is the service: we had an attentive, helpful and responsive waitress, who also seemed a little nervous. Maybe I do that to people, I don't know.

So: if you're in the area and have the urge to visit a gastro pub, go along as you don't have an alternative. Just go to the cash point machine before hand.
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Tee Cee
Overall rating
Food 6 | Service 5 | Atmosphere 6 | Value for money 0
Wednesday, March 21, 2007

This is a fantastic place for food, especially as there is little else in this area. We went for sunday lunch and I was impressed by the menu and the price. The ambience is good and the waiting staff are friendly and efficient. We felt relaxed and not pushed to leave (it gets busy later on in the afternoon). There were seasonal oysters (tasted like oysters should) on the menu for starters and a traditional selection of roast lunches with decent meat. Wine list is good too.
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Food 9 | Service 9 | Atmosphere 9 | Value for money 8
Sunday, February 18, 2007