All reader reviews by PSAF

Coopers

Turned up on spec as our meeting place had changed.

Not busy on a Friday evening, but upstairs was fairly full.

Liked the menu as it had a good selection without being over long and it had lots of choice for my fusy other half.

The parsnip and coriander soup was a triumph and I almost wished I had gone for it, but I had selected the mackerel pate. This was a very large portion of pate (so much there was too little bread so I had to ask for more) but absolutely delicious. Apparenty the asparagus was equally good.

A little boring but we all went for the rack of lamb. However, none were disappointed and each person got exactly what they wanted - two medium rare, mine a little rarer and my other half a little less rare. I woldn't generally expect this, but it was a nice touch.

The desserts were also good, but I adored the selection of French cheeses. I was slightly disappointed by the crackers, but they weren't as bland as a cream cracker and they allowed the cheese to shine.

Can also recommend the house champagne - not too dry and a little nutty - and we had a couple of bottles of McGuigan's Shiraz. It wouldn't have been my first choice, as I fancied a Burgundy, but it was excelelnt and good value at under £25.

All in all, it was a great night out and I'll definitely go back.

Monday, May 14, 2007
Overall rating
Food 8 | Service 6 | Atmosphere 7 | Value for money 8

City Miyama

Went to Miyama last night with a friend as we were looking for sushi and I had heard about this place.

Managed to squeeze into the end of the sushi bar and was recommended by a helpful chap who regularly attends with his Japanese wife - thank you for the kind steer - to go for the all in special.

I am an absolute novice and although I have been before, always with somoene who ordered for us. I am lucky in that I am allergic to nothing and love everything.

Well, we weren't disappointed. We filled our boots until we could eat no more and thoroughly enjoyed the wonderful food.

I cannot tell you how authentic it is, nor how accurate/impeccable the presentation, but I can tell you the quality fo the food was superb.

Although the place could do with a lick of paint, the service was excellent and very friendly indeed.

I am already planning my return.

Thursday, February 22, 2007
Overall rating
Food 9 | Service 8 | Atmosphere 8 | Value for money 10