The Taste of England, Thatcham

Went to this pub during the day (2/9/09) looks awful and has a notice saying it's shut until January for a refurb.

2 Sep 2009 17:25

The Green Man, Denham

Went on Saturday night, so glad we'd booked. Staff really friendly and helpful. Service was very good for a crowded pub. Food was lovely, the biggest piece of cod and well cooked steaks. Will definitely go back.

16 Aug 2009 09:58

The Horse and Groom, Writtle

It's a lovely old pub, and the staff were very pleasant, however the food lets it down. We had the most expensive meal (fillet steak) but got the least food. I thought the waiter was coming with the potatoes in a seperate dish, until Imy wife discovered four tiny potatoes hidden on the plate. I had a few chips, but it seems, looking around, that if you had a cheaper meal, you got twice the chips. The "superfood salad" brought the biggest laugh as it consists of 1/2 tomato and some green leaves.
Nobody came near enough to voice a complaint, perhaps they are wise enough not to ask. When we complained afterwards, they said head office is ordering them to make the meals even smaller. I'd like to see that, but as I'm not going back, I shall miss that treat.

21 Oct 2008 20:20