All reader reviews by hendo

Chelsea Ram

Every place can have an off night, but this was disappointing after personal recommendation and strong reviews. Service was very friendly but hit and miss - ordered bread and oil never materialised. Crab cakes small and overcooked. Salmon fillets similarly small and seriously overcooked. Pork belly was dry and lacking taste/seasoning. Salads were ok but uninspiring. Chips and beer were top class, but these didn't save the evening. We were a party of eight which may have stretched the kitchen - but if it did they shouldn't accept bookings of eight.

Overall this was average pub food at overaverage prices - not the best of British pub dining experience I was looking to show off to my American visitors who were gracious about the atmosphere but were justifiably unimpressed by the food.

Thursday, August 07, 2008
Overall rating
Food 3 | Service 6 | Atmosphere 8 | Value for money 4