Went out for dinner with a friend. Food was absolutely awful. When asked if we enjoyed it we said not really. The 2 men behind the bar became a little bit aggressive in their attitude and one said well we won’t be seeing you again then. No wonder it’s not doing to well. Perhaps a management or people course would benefit these 2. Or just move to a backstreet pub.
OnAir57351075023
3 pub meals in 24 hours and another brilliant meal. Mouldy chicken for me. Garlic and herb chicken for the wife and fish and chips for my daughter. It was all fantastic and the chips are to die for. Ale was fantastic also. Staff were great also. A must go!
Gordon S
Fantastic find for a pub stopovers. Local pub food in a fantastic friendly atmosphere .food all home cooked with super care and attention .prices excellant (free parking overnight) and locals made you extremely welcome with conversation and banter . We were lucky enough to be there when they had a local singer/musician and free food supplied late on by the landlord .unfortunately as enticing as it was we were 'stuffed' following our meal Moors nearby along with Singing ring tree amongst other attractions Only problem was the mount lane road very steep hill and ' dog leg' that had my 50 year old camper struggling coming up towards Overtown...but The Kettledrum Inn rewarded her kindly
Paul Y
Not coming ever again. Placed next to a table of pensioners who were blatantly loud with their homophobic conversation. Waitresses very unfriendly. Felt like we were a nuisance.
O1317OHsharonc
Food isnt as good as it used to be and the service is ok till the end of the mains. I’ve been a few times recently and the staff aren’t interested after you’ve eaten your main course and it’s not even busy. Thought it was my imagination but it’s repeated each time. In fact they can’t wait to see the back of you and glare at you from the bar until you go. Not very friendly. No coffees offered. A couple of times dessert wasn’t offered either. Think I need to find a new venue to eat at.
MidgeholeDave
Visited for Lunch today. The interior of the pub is dark and dismal. As we were being seated we asked if we could order some drinks - we were told only from the bar (no table service).... I ordered 'Steak and Ale Pie'. Condiments were brought to our table - a selection box of sachets and little packets of salt! The meal was eventually served. The pie was quite good but the chips were some of the worst I have ever had - soggy, soggy. When the waiter came to clear the table he only inquired whether we had finished (probably because of my uneaten plate of chips). I told him I was unhappy with my meal, he simply said "Sorry" and disappeared, never to be seen again. There was a very distinct lack of interest in us being there. As a consequence of this I will never visit again. Very, very disappointing.
David M
Visited for Lunch today. The interior of the pub is dark and dismal. As we were being seated we asked if we could order some drinks - we were told only from the bar (no table service).... I ordered 'Steak and Ale Pie'. Condiments were brought to our table - a selection box of sachets and little packets of salt! The meal was eventually served. The pie was quite good but the chips were some of the worst I have ever had - soggy, soggy. When the waiter came to clear the table he only inquired whether we had finished (probably because of my uneaten plate of chips). I told him I was unhappy with my meal, he simply said "Sorry" and disappeared, never to be seen again. There was a very distinct lack of interest in us being there. As a consequence of this I will never visit again. Very, very disappointing.
OnAir768197
As in another review the oil needed changing chips were brown and soggy inedible. Not a new problem always the same mum in law died in 2018 and we used to with her it was like it then. It's essential to change oil and reuse it less
Flyer47501905481
Fantastic. Busted with girlfriends for a catch up and this was the perfect place. The pub was very quiet but this didn’t take anything away from the atmosphere. Attentive service and fantastic food - we will be back!
Hardie126
Fantastic Birthday meal last night. Great food with lovely service. Its a very special place plenty of space to drink and eat outside and very nice to sit inside. we sat inside and I had the Homemade Cheese pie and my partner had the Scampi both meals were absolutely delicious. Because it was my birthday we decided that we should have a dessert OMG AMAZING I had Chocolate Fudge cake and ice cream and Dave had the Sticky Toffee Pudding with Sauce and Ice cream. trust me if you want a delicious meal this is the place to go its special. thanks to the two ladies serving us last night you were wonderful see you again soon. Would of took photo of the meals however couldn't wait to enjoy it and photo would of been an empty plate.
We came here for tea one evening, based on Trip Advisor’s recommendation. We were not disappointed. The food was lovely and the staff were very friendly. I had a pulled pork sandwich and my husband and son had scampi. All tasted great and the Homemade chips finished it off! Will definitely return
tomo1407
Staff are really friendly and helpful. Food really nice. Well stocked bar. Wheelchair access is via the kitchen which staff help you with access. Would visit again
Globalgirl49
Myself and 3 friends ate here for a college reunion. Two of us were local and the other two were from out of town. The pub was quiet and we were looking forward to a nice meal and a natter. 2 of us ordered fish and chips, one ordered scampi and chips and the 4th had cheese and onion pie. The cheese and onion pie was very nice but the other 3 meals were disappointing. The batter on the fish and scampi was dark brown and so overcooked that we could not cut it with a knife without it flying off the plate so ended up picking it up with our fingers and biting through it. The fish inside was acceptable. The chips were soggy. We came to the conclusion that either the food had been cooked and then put back in the oil, or the oil needed changing. The waitress asked us if everything was ok and we gave her our opinions to which she replied ‘I’ll tell the chef’. When I got home I emailed the management via the pub website but, 6 weeks later have had no acknowledgment or response. It’s such a pity because the pub is owned by a local family and I would be sorry to see it fail. We lost the adjacent Nino’s Italian restaurant 3 years ago and it would be sad to lose this one because of poor reviews.
Google user
Absolutely lovely, had a Sunday roast with a beautiful bottle of Shiraz, gorgeous views, great service, will definitely visit again ?
bridgeythediver
Visited again today as we do every Thursday. Garry is now known by the staff as Mr. Lasagne as that's his favourite. The food is always spot on and service impeccable. Would highly recommend.
Went out for dinner with a friend. Food was absolutely awful. When asked if we enjoyed it we said not really. The 2 men behind the bar became a little bit aggressive in their attitude and one said well we won’t be seeing you again then. No wonder it’s not doing to well. Perhaps a management or people course would benefit these 2. Or just move to a backstreet pub.
3 pub meals in 24 hours and another brilliant meal. Mouldy chicken for me. Garlic and herb chicken for the wife and fish and chips for my daughter. It was all fantastic and the chips are to die for. Ale was fantastic also. Staff were great also. A must go!
Fantastic find for a pub stopovers. Local pub food in a fantastic friendly atmosphere .food all home cooked with super care and attention .prices excellant (free parking overnight) and locals made you extremely welcome with conversation and banter . We were lucky enough to be there when they had a local singer/musician and free food supplied late on by the landlord .unfortunately as enticing as it was we were 'stuffed' following our meal Moors nearby along with Singing ring tree amongst other attractions Only problem was the mount lane road very steep hill and ' dog leg' that had my 50 year old camper struggling coming up towards Overtown...but The Kettledrum Inn rewarded her kindly
Not coming ever again. Placed next to a table of pensioners who were blatantly loud with their homophobic conversation. Waitresses very unfriendly. Felt like we were a nuisance.
Food isnt as good as it used to be and the service is ok till the end of the mains. I’ve been a few times recently and the staff aren’t interested after you’ve eaten your main course and it’s not even busy. Thought it was my imagination but it’s repeated each time. In fact they can’t wait to see the back of you and glare at you from the bar until you go. Not very friendly. No coffees offered. A couple of times dessert wasn’t offered either. Think I need to find a new venue to eat at.
Visited for Lunch today. The interior of the pub is dark and dismal. As we were being seated we asked if we could order some drinks - we were told only from the bar (no table service).... I ordered 'Steak and Ale Pie'. Condiments were brought to our table - a selection box of sachets and little packets of salt! The meal was eventually served. The pie was quite good but the chips were some of the worst I have ever had - soggy, soggy. When the waiter came to clear the table he only inquired whether we had finished (probably because of my uneaten plate of chips). I told him I was unhappy with my meal, he simply said "Sorry" and disappeared, never to be seen again. There was a very distinct lack of interest in us being there. As a consequence of this I will never visit again. Very, very disappointing.
Visited for Lunch today. The interior of the pub is dark and dismal. As we were being seated we asked if we could order some drinks - we were told only from the bar (no table service).... I ordered 'Steak and Ale Pie'. Condiments were brought to our table - a selection box of sachets and little packets of salt! The meal was eventually served. The pie was quite good but the chips were some of the worst I have ever had - soggy, soggy. When the waiter came to clear the table he only inquired whether we had finished (probably because of my uneaten plate of chips). I told him I was unhappy with my meal, he simply said "Sorry" and disappeared, never to be seen again. There was a very distinct lack of interest in us being there. As a consequence of this I will never visit again. Very, very disappointing.
As in another review the oil needed changing chips were brown and soggy inedible. Not a new problem always the same mum in law died in 2018 and we used to with her it was like it then. It's essential to change oil and reuse it less
Fantastic. Busted with girlfriends for a catch up and this was the perfect place. The pub was very quiet but this didn’t take anything away from the atmosphere. Attentive service and fantastic food - we will be back!
Fantastic Birthday meal last night. Great food with lovely service. Its a very special place plenty of space to drink and eat outside and very nice to sit inside. we sat inside and I had the Homemade Cheese pie and my partner had the Scampi both meals were absolutely delicious. Because it was my birthday we decided that we should have a dessert OMG AMAZING I had Chocolate Fudge cake and ice cream and Dave had the Sticky Toffee Pudding with Sauce and Ice cream. trust me if you want a delicious meal this is the place to go its special. thanks to the two ladies serving us last night you were wonderful see you again soon. Would of took photo of the meals however couldn't wait to enjoy it and photo would of been an empty plate.
Restaurantji Recommends
We came here for tea one evening, based on Trip Advisor’s recommendation. We were not disappointed. The food was lovely and the staff were very friendly. I had a pulled pork sandwich and my husband and son had scampi. All tasted great and the Homemade chips finished it off! Will definitely return
Staff are really friendly and helpful. Food really nice. Well stocked bar. Wheelchair access is via the kitchen which staff help you with access. Would visit again
Myself and 3 friends ate here for a college reunion. Two of us were local and the other two were from out of town. The pub was quiet and we were looking forward to a nice meal and a natter. 2 of us ordered fish and chips, one ordered scampi and chips and the 4th had cheese and onion pie. The cheese and onion pie was very nice but the other 3 meals were disappointing. The batter on the fish and scampi was dark brown and so overcooked that we could not cut it with a knife without it flying off the plate so ended up picking it up with our fingers and biting through it. The fish inside was acceptable. The chips were soggy. We came to the conclusion that either the food had been cooked and then put back in the oil, or the oil needed changing. The waitress asked us if everything was ok and we gave her our opinions to which she replied ‘I’ll tell the chef’. When I got home I emailed the management via the pub website but, 6 weeks later have had no acknowledgment or response. It’s such a pity because the pub is owned by a local family and I would be sorry to see it fail. We lost the adjacent Nino’s Italian restaurant 3 years ago and it would be sad to lose this one because of poor reviews.
Absolutely lovely, had a Sunday roast with a beautiful bottle of Shiraz, gorgeous views, great service, will definitely visit again ?
Visited again today as we do every Thursday. Garry is now known by the staff as Mr. Lasagne as that's his favourite. The food is always spot on and service impeccable. Would highly recommend.