Reviews in Lancashire

The Whitchaff is only just up the road, but it is often our first choice for a lunch or an evening meal. Our parties range from 2 to 9 and we always enjoy reliably good food. The menu is varied and always satisfying. A small criticism: if I ask for a Diet Coke, I do not want Pepsi! Nobody asks for Bacardi and Pepsi . . . they ask for Bacardi and Coke. The taste is totally different, so why not stock both to satisfy more customers?

My wife and I had been looking forward to spending our 52nd wedding anniversary at Verdes and the experience completely spoiled our day. We had made a reservation for 6pm a number of weeks before and arrived at 5.55pm. We announced to the young lady behind the bar that we had a 6pm reservation and was asked would we sit and have a drink whilst waiting for our table. A waiter suddenly appeared and asked would we like a table for 2. We tried to explain that we had pre booked but he didn't seem interested and never checked on our reservation. We were offered a choice of tables. I always thought that if you had made a reservation that a certain table would have been allocated to you so that if the restaurant was exceptionally busy your table would still be available. We were given the menus and ordered drinks while deciding on what to eat. Some 25 minutes passed before I managed to make contact with a waiter and asked if we could order. When our starters arrived my wifes order was wrong. Apology accepted as we can all make mistakes and the correct order duly arrived. My wife had ordered steak diane with the steak to be med to rare and I ordered the beef stroganoff. The steak was well done and my portion of stroganoff was tiny for the price of £23.99. I would have got a more substantial meal for £8.00 from Tesco's finest range. My wife would not let me complain as she does not like confrontation so I said I would wait till we paid. Both of us having a sweet tooth we ordered desserts. The waiter didn't seem to know what the cheesecake was so my wife ordered strawberries and ice cream while I ordered profiteroles with ice cream. The order arrived with some half a dozen strawberries cut in half and a blob of ice cream and 3 profiteroles with fresh cream. Enough was enough and we didn't bother with coffees. Throughout our time here all of the staff we encountered showed nothing but apathy. Not once did any of them try to engage with us, smile or show any concern as to whether we were enjoying the experience. Only when I went to pay the bill was I asked was everything ok. Whilst the wife waited in the hallway I patiently (for me) went through all the issues we had experienced. Offering an apology the chap offered me a bottle of wine as a form of compensation. Sorry but a bottle of wine on the menu might be £20 but it probably only cost the restaurant a fiver. I refused and paid the bill in full stating that we would never return. While waiting for our lift the waiter who mixed up the starter came to apologise again. I the told him all of the other issues we had had and it would be fair to say he was left speechless. So thank you very much Verdes for spoiling our 52nd wedding anniversary.

Another fabulous lunch at South Planks. The deli bowl was absolutely delicious and great value for money. The salmon and cream cheese bagel was full of succulent smoked salmon. We will be back! Thank you South Planks!

We booked the pantry for my sister’s baby shower and Katie went above and beyond on getting everything organised. She did a wonderful job on the decorations and set up. The food was absolutely delicious and everyone had such a great time. Thank you to all the wonderful staff.

First time here. Took my husband for his birthday. Very busy, which is good, and service was very good. Food very good a little disappointed with the lobster ravioli, the prawns were too tiny. But we will go back and try something else with our friends.

Out little lunch club visited yesterday. We had a couple of garlic breads as appetizers. We then all had starters which were excellent followed by an array of mains consisting of pasta dishes, pizzas and various other dishes. All the food was excellent Finished off with various coffees

Lovely meal, and great vegan choices for me, we all enjoyed our meals, enjoyed the location, although we initially found it tricky to get to as my father has mobility issues and didnt realise could not park near the pub. However we would definately go again, very welcoming and helpful, lovely pub.

Great atmosphere, food and service. Nice selection of things on the menu.

Absolutely our favourite place. Food is amazing and all the staff are so lovely. Special mention to Fearn the most loveliest waitress. Very efficient and always smiling and attentive. Can't wait to come along again soon. Always the best choice.

Warm welcome and good service. When we arrived there was no music playing which was great. Then it came on - just more background noise to talk over.

Planks is one of my favourite places to eat locally. The food is fresh. I love the deli bowl. Even nicer for me..they do tasty gluten free cakes. Rarely a long wait and outdoor spaces as well as the attractive cafe.

As a group of friends who meet regularly at The Cosmopolitan Restaurant, we know that the quality of the food served is always of a consistently high standard. Each time we visit we are assured a warm welcome by the owner, his wife or a member of his staff. Highly recommended by all of us. A real gem to have such a lovely eating establishment in Chorley.

Excellent food and Service, lovely to speak to 2 new staff Sam and Ash.

Our first visit and we were not disappointed. Swift service from helpful smiling staff and large delicious portions .

Excellent lunch. Food amazing especially the ginger pudding. Lovely waitress. Well worth a visit.

Sunday lunch was really delicious and the staff attentive. Nothing was too much trouble. Made to feel welcome. First class

Fantastic

We ate here yesterday, 4 adults and 3 children. We specifically requested a backed seated table for the children when booking and was given the best table in the place by the window. Even though it was really busy the service was excellent and our food was delicious. Will definitely be coming again.