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The place is a hidden gem and The food was like a party in my mouth!! Absolutely amazing customer service, through email and face to face. The food was very beautiful and out of this world and the place is a hidden Gem! X We shared an appetizer flatbread and we had the pork belly as a main, as greens as a side and we were too full for pudding! X Everything was cooked to perfection, it was like a party in my mouth with lots of different elements to one dish. Certainly shows off the chefs amazing culinary skills.
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The star of the show.... "Goats Cheese Tart" As always the service was outstanding, the staff really are delightful an nothing is too much trouble and tonight I was super excited about the new menu and trying the belly pork which in fairness was "ok" the sauce served with it was lovely. The star of the show was the goats cheese tart which we had as a starter it was phenomenal and a real delight, I also tried the homemade chips which were the best I've ever had and the right anount of parmasan along with a dessert which was the chocolate brownie which again was outstanding so gooey and the right level of sweet 😋
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Adam C
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Great Sunday roast I’ve been meaning to try this place for awhile but just never got round to it. So glad I finally made it really good quality Sunday dinner couldn’t fault the place one bit.
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derekaka2sheds
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Exceptional Sunday Lunch! We have just returned from the Durham Ox having eaten the most delicious Sunday lunch ever. We both ordered the pan fried chicken and the meat and vegetables were all cooked to perfection. The staff were friendly and helpful with a special mention for Ruby whose lovely smile made our day!
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Best Sunday Lunch Best Sunday lunch I have eaten in a restaurant by far. The meat is cooked to perfection. Roast potatoes could be a bit crispier but overall very pleased.
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Debra W
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Super friendly staff, delicious food! I honestly think the meal I had tonight was the nicest food I've ever eaten! Fillet steak, with truffle mash, asparagus, onion rings, soy caramel sauce and black garlic aioli...the flavours meshed together beautifully...inspired! Pina Colada cheesecake for dessert...also delicious. But that main course...WOW! Excellent, professional and friendly service too!
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late birthday meal from my bestie the food was outstanding staff were lovely this was our first visit tonight , can’t tell you how lovely it was the staff went above and beyond and the food was outstanding booked again
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Outstanding quality First visit following recommendation from friends. Beautiful meal and outstanding service. We will be back and have no hesitation in recommending this restaurant

A NEW YEAR’S EVE TALE

Make your final night of 2026 one to remember! Join us for an unforgettable NYE celebration, featuring a 4-course dinner, drinks, live music and a midnight moment.

£85 per person

Tables are limited – book now to avoid missing out!

Tel: 0115 854 7107