The Kitchen At Westonbirt

Cat And Custard Pot Inn

➤ The Street, GL8 8PN, Cotswold, United Kingdom

Carte • Pubs • Steak • And Bb • British

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"Our third visit for a birthday dinner wasn’t as good as previous visits. The sweet potato soup was plain; the bread was actually toast which smacks of old bread being used. My main course of Sole was smothered with capers, which spoiled the flavour. The salad was amazing; I also ordered Savoy cabbage which may be unusual with the fish but I’d had it on two previous visits and it was delicious; but the savoy cabbage that I paid £3.50 for was absolutely dreadful, so dry, probably microwaved to death; it would not be a gross overstatement to suggest that wood shavings off the floor would have been better. The other disappointment was how tired the place is looking. When I went to the gents, the cistern cover was off showing a clear huge damp problem with mould, and the door cubicle wouldn’t close because it was swollen. I imagine they have been told to keep the cistern cover off to let the walls dry out; which they should do when the pub is closed, not during opening hours. It looked awful and the visible mould was worrying. Whilst in the cubicle the light suddenly went off within seconds of being in there which was disconcerting. For the price and the level where the Cat and Custard Pot is placed it should be immaculate with excellent food. I’m disappointed for them and for us, because this has been a goto dining place for birthdays at least once a year, but we won’t be repeating the experience. It’s worth saying that we have always experienced good service and this occasion was no exception, the waitress was excellent."

The Royal Oak Leighterton

➤ Royal Oak 1 The Street, Cotswold, United Kingdom

Carte • Pub • Steak • British • European

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"Gorgeous immaculately clean and attractively decorated pub with a pretty walled garden in the middle of a lovely village off the beaten track but just over half hour from centre of Bristol. We were looking for somewhere to have lunch after a circular walk taking...in the bluebell woods and the furthest stretches of Westonbirt. Happily they were open on Bank Holiday Monday and we really enjoyed our assorted burgers and falafels and perfectly cooked trout fillet on nicoise salad. Mandy and Becky and the team are putting heart soul into this place and it felt very welcoming. Some of the party got delayed due to the whacky races and the chef kept the food warm for them. Thanks again!"

The Rattlebone Inn

➤ Church Street, Sherston I-SN16 0LR, United Kingdom, SN16 0LH

Carte • Pub • Cakes • British • Vegetarian

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"I visited this charming venue for work and was quite impressed. The food that emerged from the kitchen looked very appealing. Jason and the female server (I apologize for not catching her name) were both very accommodating and attentive to all the customers. The photos reveal a beautifully decorated village pub with plenty of indoor and outdoor seating. On certain nights of the week, they offer pizzas from a pizza oven, making it easy to dine in or take away. It seems this lovely little pub has a strong connection to the local community, as a lot of local patrons were dining there by the time I left, which is always a positive sign."

Whatley Manor

➤ Easton Grey, SN16 0RB, Wiltshire, United Kingdom

Carte • Full • Wine • Dining • Desserts

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"Beautiful grounds and building, as you drive in. Was not sure what to expect with Covid measures in place but was delighted that we were led into the drawing room for pre-drinks. Sat in front of a roaring fire, in a beautiful room full of...character. We had trouble downloading the drinks menu and after being asked for our drinks times, they gave us a paper copy. This was a lot nicer to look through at all the different wines. Descriptions of the wines would have been nice but they have a sommelier to ask any questions, which we did regarding a bottle of rose champagne. They only offer one food menu, which is the tasting menu and ask about any allergies. After our cocktail pre-drinks and delicious nibbles served with them, we were led into the dining room. This room took us by surprise as it is very bright yellow, lacks atmosphere and character. After being in the beautiful drawing room, this was definitely mood altering. We decided to add the wine journey to our meal to fully experience what was on offer here. We can not fault the choices of wine to accompany our meal. The sommelier was delightful, friendly and extremely knowledgeable. She really made our wine journey enjoyable. The food we did not enjoy so much. We eat in all sorts of places and was disappointed here after reading positive reviews. We felt as if the food was almost on a conveyor belt just waiting to come out, as that is the only menu offered. I am sure the menu was well thought out and took ages to perfect but for us it lacked imagination, texture at times and presentation. The staff do a wonderful job looking after you and your needs. We are pleased we visited and may try the other restaurant next time."

The Angel

➤ High Street, SN16 0LH, Wiltshire, United Kingdom

Carte • Cafe • Cakes • British • Breakfast

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"Always drive past and the cafe looks lovely so popped in. We ordered a full English breakfast each with coffee, the man behind the counter did not come across welcoming or friendly. They seemed to be short staffed, but the member of staff said it’s always like it. Our breakfasts arrived and were put down on the table without the waiter saying a word and briskly walked off, we had to go and ask for salt and ketchup. The menu stated homemade baked beans, which sounded great but when they arrived they were slightly spicy. I think it would state that on the menu. Dry toast with no butter, we like ‘farmshop’ sausages but we both thought these tasted almost powdery. Scrambled egg was tasteless. None of the staff came to check how our food was, we ate half of our food and left. We eat breakfast out a lot and were very disappointed."