Tavern Fayre

4.5

Neilzart

Fantastic

4.0

Tavern Fayre is a rightly very popular venue. Even though its a large place with plenty of covers it always seems busy. That's because it is a well run ship with a good menu. I had the light bite fish and chips which was excellent. service was friendly and efficient. Its in a good location for me near the motorway.

Lovegoodgrub

On our first visit, we saw on the wall at the entrance that we were to find a table, note the order number and place the order at the bar. So, we went in and started looking for a table. There were quite a few to choose from. A nearby waitress asked 'can I help you' with a clear attitude. We said we were just looking for a table, in which she responded that we had to 'sign in at reception'. So, off we trotted to 'reception', thinking she would follow and serve us. She didn't follow, and we were left standing there waiting for someone to come over. Whilst we were there, we noticed a small chalkboard, with faded chalk writing on , saying please wait here to be seated. A scruffy young man strolled over to us, and asked if 'we were alright'. I asked for a table for 2 and he said we would have to wait 15 minutes. Unsure as to why this was, as I had just walked round the pub to see numerous spare tables, I asked if all the tables were reserved. The young man, shrugged his shoulders, and said 'ummm some of them', so I asked why we couldn't sit at a table which wasn't reserved. Again he said '15 minute wait'. There were no reserved signs on any of the empty tables I had seen. I then asked what the correct procedure to get a table is, as the information supplied by the door is completely different to the faded chalked instruction on the small chalkboard on this 'reception desk'. He just looked at me, not knowing how to respond, presumably because he doesn't know himself. How can a quiet pub justify a 15 minute wait for a table on a Monday evening, with approx half of the tables vacant? What is the point in having 2 conflicting instructions on how to be seated & get served? How can the staff not know the correct procedure in which customers should follow in order to be seated and served. How can a pub/restaurant have such unmotivated and attitude-y staff and expect to attract new customers and keep them loyal? As you may have guessed, we didn't stay to find out what the food was like. I would avoid this place at all costs. It may look aesthetically pleasing, both internally and externally, but the staff were enough to put me off.

Peter F

Easy to find, parking plentiful, convivial bar seating, only a short time to wait for dining, able to add drinks in the bar to a common bill, pleasant service, very very hot food, cooked fine, salad varied and interesting, really very pleased indeed, the closing question - would we go back - YES, plenty of choice for another meal.

Emma Hilton

The Tavern on hill is a great place with excellent food, I'm fussy where i eat and this place has never let me down yet. I go the Tavern for Romantic Meals with my partner and nearly every Sunday with my three children. Fills us up well!

Bps78

the food here is great, the service is too. seems like nothing is too much trouble for the staff. the atmosphere is very welcoming, and the prices are very reasonable. two thumbs up!!

Deek

Great food and friendly staff,best Rib eye steak I`ve ever had,!!

Firey1

We've been here a few times in 2008 and everything was great, went in June 2009 and it seems as though there has been a change of management. The food is ok but not outstanding and a little bit pricey for what you get. Saying that ,the desserts are excellent. The staff seem friendly enough but one of them was not as friendly as the others. She seemed a little arrogant with customers and wouldn't smile at all. Food 6/10 Service 6/10 Price 6/10.

Nic B

best food around ,,great place

jmg

The Tavern is great for a family lunch, with a good choice of food which is tasty and filling.

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