Reviews in Tarporley

I had lunch at the Alvanley Arms Tarporley with friends, and the pub is lovely, with a nice big car park, the food was delicious and hot, which is fantastic as most pubs only seem to serve warm food these days. The only negative is it was understaffed, the pub was reasonably full, but unfortunately. But there seemed to be only one person serving the whole pub, therefore the waiting times were a little longer than we hoped, also when you did ask her for something, sometimes it would be forgotten because she was so busy, she also seemed a little stressed obviously with her being rushed off her feet, and therefore we didn't receive the happy smiley service you would expect.

The food was delicious and can’t fault that. But it was a Saturday night there was 7 of us and it wasn’t busy but we felt that the staff wanted to rush us. They kept asking were we ready to start and we were still waiting for 2 people to arrive and we weren’t booked in for another half a hour. Also through the night constantly hovering around etc and we all felt that they wanted to finish up and leave. If it had been busy and they needed the table I would have understood but I feel they wanted a early finish.

Food absolutely spot on and the service is first class. Nothing is too much trouble.

Another lovely meal at the Alvanley. Food and service excellent as always.

We visited for Sunday lunch - was excellent, as always. It’s great food and great value and def recommend. We visited again a few hours later - for coffee and pudding. It’s not the first time we’ve done this - too full after the lunch, but a trip to take our son back to university, unpack etc and drive back, means we then have the space to enjoy pudding while trying to stay awake on the comfy sofas. We will definitely be returning.

Gorgeous sunday roast and a delicious Eaton Mess!

Great venue for a special occasion, all staff friendly and amazing food.

Food was lovely as usual.

Fantastic every time we go from a Sunday to a week night staff are excellent and friendly food to die for and very warm and welcoming place a credit to the landlady’s

Food, service and cocktails amazing. Highly recommend. 5 stars.

Fantastic Sunday meal better than any other Sunday meal I’ve had . Starters we had avocado and prawns on a bed of lettuce. Main course 3 meat turkey/ beef/ and pork with all the trimmings fantastic to full for a pudding but definitely next time thank you Phil& ann

Me and my Wife have been coming here for about 7 or 8 years. Love it every time, great food and staff, no rushing us and great atmosphere. Just a lovely relaxing place to go to. Never had a bad meal here. Would highly recommend visiting.

Fantastic as always. Five star restaurant, the food and drink selection is amazing. Service brilliant always. If you haven’t been, please try it, you’ll definitely be back again and again

I was looking for a restaurant for a special family meal and The Alvanley Arms was reccommended to me. I was disappointed with the table we were given, there were five of us crammed onto a table for four even though there were other tables available which would have been more comfortable. The pub/restaurant was nearly empty, admittedly the snow and ice were pretty bad and this made for a not particularly nice ambience. The food was ok but nothing special. One server was extremely morose and the other was a little to free with her personal life. We were about to order more drinks when we were told the pub was closing in the next ten minutes although it was only 9:40pm. I don't think i will be going back and could not in all conciousness reccommend it either.

Our party of 4 had a great meal with good beer and wine. The atmosphere was fine, although we were asked to leave at 2140, as the pub was very quiet.

Hubby had a mixed grill with salad ( MR ) I had a Wexford steak ( MR ) - followed by cherry pie and cream The steaks were cooked perfectly and delicious, the pub was cozy and warm ( very frosty outside) the staff were both friendly and welcoming ( as always ) Friday 9th January

WE have been going to Panama Hattys for at least 25 years so it was the obvious choice for my husbands 80th birthday lunch.There were 15 of us mainly family including adults and children.Everyone enjoyed it and we all ate very well.All the staff are very welcoming and the service slick but not rushed. We will continue to go there a few times a year.It is lovely.

We came on New Year’s Day for my birthday celebration. The team were fabulous. Really welcoming and attentive. They helped my husband surprise me with a glass of fizz on arrival and a birthday cake. The food was really tasty and the portions were huge! Despite being busy the service was swift and friendly.