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• Old Vicarage

  8/6/12,

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  3/5

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  • Language: gbr
  • Position : As a couple

  Pros

  The setting and the restaurant are very nice, quiet and peaceful. We had a window table so we could look out over the garden ( although we did have 3 or 4 flies that also liked the view!) The food was good, well thought out, and very tasty.

  Cons

  The service was attrocious! Right from the beginning we felt as though we were being rushed. The wine list was brought and within a minute she was back to ask if we had made a choice. I should explain that we were on a coupon deal for a 5 course tasting menu. We had 5 courses within 75 minutes!! There was no explanation of food, we had to pour our own wine and water. After the 3rd course we were asked if we would be having coffee at the end (which came without petit fours) I would not recommend!

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• Old Vicarage

  1/16/11,

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  andyndawn

  5/5

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  • Language: gbr
  • Position : As a couple

  Pros

  I have to agree with the previous comments and found on arrival a beautifull and tranquil atmosphere. Walking through the door was like walking into your own home and felt very comfortable, we were welcomed by a very polite gentleman and our coats were taken and we were shown to the reception rooms. After we had some time to settle we ordered wine and our meal but at no time did we feel nor were we rushed, the service and friendly atmosphere were beyond expectations even when we had finished our meal we were at no time rushed to leave the table. I wouls certainly recommend to friends and will return again. I enjoy good tasting food and this was certainly delivered, who cares if the staff clear your plates away early. Surly its about the food and the taste not how it is served. Thankyou to the staff and the Chef, we enjoyed the evening very much.

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• Old Vicarage

  8/27/10,

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  jamie spooner

  5/5

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  • Language: gbr

  Pros

  From start to finish this was one of the most enjoyable eating out experiences me my wife an the two friends we went with have ever had. On entering the restaurant we were meet by a very polite gentleman and made to feel right at home and welcome, we were never rushed nor pushed along or out in any way what so ever, the atmosphere was calm and relaxing, every member of staff was polite, helpful and knew exactly what they were doing. After our meal we were even introduced to one of the directors/owners who again was very polite, chatty and interested in the experience we'd had. I really can't say enough about the restaurant or the staff that work there and assume the other two reviews on here must be about a different restaurant because our whole experience could not have be further away from either. I will recommend this restaurant to friends and the four of us will definitely be returning! Excellent!

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• Old Vicarage

  3/13/10,

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  Claire Scott

  2/5

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  • Language: gbr
  • Position : With family

  Pros

  The food was excellent.

  Cons

  The staff did not know the basics of silver service, twice clearing plates away before everyone had finished eating. They consistantly let the side down throughout the evening and I can not believe this place still has a star. I have eaten in many Michelin starred restaurants and know the service to be efficient and discreet, neither word describes our experience. We were made to feel as if we had outstayed our welcome and were rushed out of the restaurant by Tessa. Disappointing especially considering the size of the bill.

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