Recently converted gastropub, owned by Daniel Clifford, the head chef of a 2 michelin star Cambridge 'gaff' Midsummer House.
The design is more gastro than pub (only 3 ales on tap), but the ambiance is warm, and friendly, like the staff - if you after brass rubbings and oak beams, there's plenty of other local options.
So, to the food....
My dad - a 'no-nonsense pub man', and I both had the same set lunch - 3 courses for £22....
Pea veloute with pork belly ravioli
Venison loin
Rhubarb posset
Each dish was a winner, plated as if from a michelin restaurant, and deservedly returned spotless. The ravioli was a particular delight, bursting with flavour.
Prices are naturally higher for a la carte (ranging upwards from £14 and into the high £20's for a couple of dishes), but I'm pretty sure that this will be an understandable nod to the skill and creativity of the kitchen. I read that Clifford has his own farm and seems to embrace the farm to table ideal - quality local sourcing is very apparent .
For those wanting drama and potential kitchen tips, there's a table next to the pass - an obvious link to their fine dining roots.
In summary, there can be no finer personal recommendation than my dad's..
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