The White Swan, Shefford

Went there for lunch last Wednesday. Bar staff reasonably friendly, the real ale we tried was in great condition. The food and eating experience was disastrous though.

My gf's steak was good, but mine looked like roasted shoe leather, and was just as difficult to cut/chew. Reluctantly, I complained and asked for a tuna melt instead (I'd gone off the idea of steak by then!). About 10 mins later, they delivered a sandwich to the table, and disappeared before I could comment. Eventually, I got my tuna melt, which wasn't very melted in the middle.

Our experience might be untypical, but it's the worst pub meal I think I've ever had. None of the staff, or the manager seemed that bothered. I don't plan to waste another visit by going back.

16 Jan 2007 11:38

The Five Bells, Henlow

Well decorated pub. Bar staff seemed a bit disorganised, and slow to serve people. For a tuesday lunchtime, it was pretty full (the OAP menu was clearly popular)

Food took a while to arrive, but was good, and prices were fair. Abbot Ale tasted great, so no worries there

12 Dec 2006 15:32