please note - reviews on this site are purely the opinion of site visitors, so don't take them too seriously.
food was awful.steaks where tough as old boots.prawn cocktails had very little marie rose sauce.staff where ok.will not be going back again and will tell my friends how bad it is.
|
Very impressed that even when subjected to problems outside their control (electricity supply problems) they created an emergency menu, explained the situation to customers as they arrived, and offered the best service they possibly could. Many other pubs would just have stuck a handwritten "no food until further notice" sign on the main door. Full marks to everyone. And the "emergency" prawn curry and rice was delicious!
|
Run down old boozer????????
What are you talking about, you should see this place since it's recent refurbishment, completely redecorated, very contemporary, easy arm chairs, sofas, open fires and a great atmosphere. Even the grubby old toilets have been replaced and now look fantastic. As for the Hells Angels, if you pay attention you will see that they are The Harley Owners Club not Hells Angels at all. Caroline is lovely too. Give this place a try, you really wont regret it.
|
Good choice of food, particularly the extensive childrens menu. The food was delicious, piping hot and there wasn't a long wait. Clean toilets with a baby changing mat (although we no longer need one of those). Great place to refuel after a day at Chessington.
|
Run-down old boozer, over-priced for what it is... Won't be back. Monthly gathering for bikers and Hells Angels, if you like that sort of thing!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
|
I like it, crowded on a Sunday lunch but still good service.
|
I visited on a saturday lunch last year and wanted something light but the menu didn't cater and the place seemed a bit run down. But I have visited again last month for a midweek evening meal in a big group and it was really nice, a new great menu with lots of choice in classic/normal meals. Huge portions and the puddings were divine. Actually thinking of going back again soon.
|
It looks a bit run down from the outside, but it has a 'cosy pub' feel to it on the inside. However, I got the feeling it was a place for 'locals' and not for outsiders.
This place was REALLY quiet at lunchtime on the Saturday we went. We went in after having read good things about the pub, but was a little disappointed by the initial shock of its run-down exterior, and the menu. We left shortly, and didn't even bother having lunch here.
However, I have since driven past this place and it seems to be packed during the weekends.
Maybe I will pluck up the courage to try this another time, and see what I'm missing!
j9gal - 13 Feb 2007 14:37 |
Having read the reviews I've now tried it for myself. Very handy start/end point for a country walk (opposite the Epsom Gap). Large car park and spacious pub, serving 4 real ales and food all day seven days a week. Typical pub meals like pies and lasagnes available as well as snacks. My curry contained perfect tender chicken, it was a huge portion and with the poppadum and chutney it was great value for money. Most impressive was the speedy service, and the friendly helpful staff who are much more pleasant than at comparable pubs. I'll be back.
|
Decent old-fashioned boozer with it's own slightly dishevelled charm. Food & beer invariably above average.
Ideal for walkers, with easy access to Ashtead Common across the main road, and dogs welcome in the pub.
|
Popped in yesterday afternoon and yes the food is a tad pricey but the quality is excellent.
I had rack of ribs and the meat just fell off the bone.
Good selection of drinks too and a pleasant feel to this pub,no problems.
|
Nice pint of Abbott Ale, but that is just about all I can say about this pub! There was very little atmosphere and the prices of the food on the board seemed excessive - and sadly lacking in anything vegetarian . . . .
|
The pub is great for food and the people are really friendly and the inside of the pub is nice the best pub within a 10 mile radius 100% beter than the packet food the shy horse. the star pub is the best
|
Get ever so busy though not clear why as it's all a bit scruffy. Maybe the large number of White Vans outside explains it. Bog standard beer choice. I suppose it's not the Shy Horse which can only be a plus.
|
They concentrate on the foody lunchtime market, and they do it very well. I've never been let down here, one to take an elderly relative to.
|
Ive been going here for the last 5 years and the food has been excellent everytime I go. excellent atmosphere 10/10 try the gammon !
|
Charity Bike Ride in aid of the mid-surrey alzheimer's society will take place on 19 September 2004. Mainly off-road covering approx. 18 miles through surrounding countryside. 11am for 11.30am. register £5 with sponsorship prior to the day of £10 on the day. No riders under 8 years old. Live band and raffle pm with top prize mountain bike. Sundays roasts and other good food available at the bar throughout the day. All welcome to join in the fun. Last year over £7850 raised. This is now an annual event thanks to the management of The Star.
Beryl Gibson - 18 Aug 2004 11:57 |
how long has the present owner been here. Can we see a sample menu I remember this pub for more than 40 years do any of your neighbours drink inside
Lydia - 20 Feb 2004 00:41 |
Now revamped but spoiled by badly behaved children running around - on certain Thursday evenings the pub is taken over by noisy bikers!
Jan Ayliffe - 26 Jul 2003 12:46 |
I like this pub a lot. The burgers are probably the best I have ever tasted. The log fires are great too.
Tom - 13 May 2003 17:46 |
Yummy food - fab homemade banofee pie!
anonymous - 29 Jan 2003 19:57 |
Badly needs a revamp
Steve - 19 Nov 2002 15:35 |
The food is expensive and the atmosphere rather noisy and roudy. This used to be such a lovely pub
Dan Walker - 10 Jul 2002 22:49 |
This pub is rapidly going downhill due to the biking element and mayhem caused by their behaviour.
anonymous - 7 Jul 2002 13:01 |
Excellent beer and even better food.
Darren Wright - 21 May 2002 07:51 |
