The Crooked Chimney

We had an early booking of 11.30am, and although we were the first customers we had to wait an hour for our food, which was only sandwiches!! The restaurant was fully booked with 3 very large parties, which arrived after us. A group of 3 people walked out disgusted with the food and the long wait. We heard the conversation of the large party sitting behind us having a vote whether to leave and not have the meal as they had waited so long. Our food was not good nor was it very warm. There was only two waitresses serving and I imagine not enough staff in the kitchen to accommodate the large amount of customers. As it was just pre booked customers the Restaurant knew how many diners they were expecting and should have arranged enough staff to cover. In the past I have been to the Crooked Chimney on quite a few occasions, but over the last year the food and service has deteriorated so much that I will not be going to this venue in the future, which is a shame because it is a lovely old building.

Not a very good experience, I ordered Sea Bass and it was only luke warm, my husband ordered one of the pies from the special pie menu, game suet pudding, very disappointed as hardly any meat in the pie. wouldn't go again

Food was of very good standard. Service was slow on main courses.

Very friendly food and service was excitement

2nd visit in 9 days. We went first for a lunch time meal with friends, the reception and service was excellent, really made us welcome. There was a good choice on the menu, with piazza's, burgers, traditional favourites and also a la carte on offer as well as the lunch time three course choice. Our choices were well presented, ample portions and freshly cooked with a good selection of vegetables included in the price. Overall we were all very satisfied with everything, and would we go back, Yes, and we did, this time with family on our recommendation. This time we went in the evening and everything was as good as the first visit and I was relieved the family was very impressed as well. Really good value for money. Although it would need a drive to get there it is in a good location with plenty of parking and well worth the effort, but book up first as it is very popular.

Nice experience

Burnt Yorkshire pudding and roast potatoes. Very disappointed

Much improved since last visit a few years ago.

Very nice indeed

2 items on the menu all gone by 7.30 but my alternative choice was very nice. Staff very helpfulll & friendly.