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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."

Casa La Cucina Italiana

➤ 49 Long Street, GL8 8AA, Cotswold, United Kingdom

Carte • Pasta • Pizza • Steak • Italian

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"My partner and I tried to have lunch here today. We ordered 2 starters, tricolore salad and carbonara followed by 2 mains, being another carbonara and a pizza plus 2 soft drinks. The dark haired waitress took our order. One drink was delivered incorrectly but we drank it anyway. Then after a long wait a pizza came out with a plate of carbonara (not sure if it was main or starter), but basically we didn’t get our starters. At this point we were the only table in the restaurant so they weren’t exactly under too much pressure. I’m not sure why the girl got the order so badly wrong. We kept the carbonara starter, they took away the pizza and eventually returned with the tricolore salad. No apology, in fact nothing was said at all. We finished. The girls walked backwards and forwards ignoring us and we could hear them chatting away in the bar. After 10 minutes with our empty plates sat in front of us we became annoyed and decided to pay for what we’d had and leave. I explained to the dark haired girl why we were leaving and she argued with me, being very rude and not even allowing me to finish what I was saying. She continued to argue loudly with me following us to the bar where we tried to pay. The other waitress said that she wouldn’t charge us for the dreadful experience that we’d had, but we left feeling very shaken. I have not been spoken to by anyone like that in a very long time. It was really horrible. That girl does not deserve to work in what could be a very nice restaurant."

The Close

➤ Long Street, Cotswold, United Kingdom

Carte • Steak • Coffee • Cheese • Salads

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"Walked in to The Close and was greeted by some not so lovely staff. On booking I mentioned we were bringing our well behaved dog and the hotel ‘prides’ itself of being dog friendly. After walking in we were not greeted and were ushered to our table. This table was tucked away in the corner, fine by us! However, after 25 minutes of waiting to be asked what we’d like to drink my partner went up and asked if he could order. He was sent straight back to the table where a very unfriendly person took our food and drink order. Food came and it was delightful, ever part of it delicious. After finishing we waited 45 minutes for our plates to be cleared (we were planning to have desserts! but they weren’t so I went up to the bar to pay… the waitress literally threw both receipts at me, and when I say throw I mean throw!!! Would have been the best experience if it wasn’t for the staff."

Trouble House Cafe

➤ London Road, Cotswold, United Kingdom

Carte • Wine • Cafe • Steak • Coffee

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"What better way to be introduced to UK hospitality. Trouble House was brilliant. Jackie, our host went out of her way to ensure our stay was perfect. It is a fabulous place to explore the beauty of the Cotswolds as well as experience some of the incredible history of the area. Regrettably, I was not feeling 100% so did not have an opportunity to experience the breakfast and dining options. My son however was certainly in the mood to appreciate the menu options that were available and could not fault the hospitality provided. Thank you so much Jackie for your outstanding consideration while I was not feeling 100%. The breakfasts were out of this world as was dinner (according to my son who was travelling with me). Cannot recommend Trouble House more highly and would without question return. Thanks again Jackie."

Quayles

➤ 1 Long Street Tetbury GL8 8AA 01666 505 151, Cotswold, United Kingdom

Carte • Cafe • Tapas • Delis • British

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"My wife and I had our evening meal at Quayle 26th November, the food was outstanding, highly recommend the crab starter, my wife had beef borguignon absolutely delicious. I had the steak cooked to perfection. Not only was the food incredible but the hospitality of the owner/family was most attentive and made it a very special experience. We will return and highly recommend a visit."