Last weekend I was out walking with my dog and a friend and we decided to stop and have lunch at…read moreThe Cricketers in Yateley, Hampshire. This is a chain pub owned by 'Greene King of Bury St Edmunds'. The pub is hidden at the end of a dirt/gravel road, right next to a Baptist church. (There is a sign off the main road to indicate the turning.) The parking is sporadic, but we didn't have trouble finding a spot on an early Sun afternoon--with full church parking. There is a cricket pitch within clear view, but unfortunately there was no game going when I was there. There is lots of seating outside to the front of the pub. Dogs are allowed outside as well as inside in front of the bar. (Dog friendly pubs are always a plus in my book!) The bar staff were really, very friendly. I think my dog was even more warmly welcomed than we were! They even gave my dog a water bowl under our table. Being a chain, I wasn't expecting much. However, the menu was fairly diverse, but seemed very American--lots of burgers, ribs, steaks, etc. My friend and I both enjoyed our meals. I had a veggie burger, and my friend had the Sun roast. We both had a Knickerbocker Glory for dessert. Very tasty! The prices were reasonable (my friend paid, so I don't have the receipt). I think my large burger including chips was about £8. The restaurant was really filling up when we were leaving. I'm glad we got there early. Apparently, two of the chefs didn't turn up for work so the kitchen was getting backed up and there was a 60 mins wait for food. Since we were one of the first people in the restaurant we only waited about 20 mins, but there were people coming in really complaining about the wait. One lady made a huge scene when she came in and was told the wait time for food. Instead of leaving to go somewhere else, she decided to sit and complain (VERY LOUDLY) for over an hour. For us it was like dinner and a show!: ) But after a while, it got a bit annoying listening to her and her 'group'. The staff were really patient with her, offered them drinks, and even suggested another restaurant down the road, but she still opted to stay and complain (loudly). I thought the staff handled this well--probably much better than I would have done! Other than that, we had a lovely lunch and I thought the staff were really friendly and accommodating. The friendly people at the table next to ours were clearly locals and they said they come to The Cricketers every Sun--they have a standing table reservation. Looking around the pub, there were lots of signs for the pub's quiz nights, and other events. It seems to be a very active place. Overall, it was a lovely setting, friendly staff, reasonable prices, and good food. The only thing that could have added to the day was to watch the Cricket whilst we ate, but I can't fault the pub for this. I will definitely be going back again soon, and I would recommend this pub to others.

A nice and spacious Greene King country pub - we called in for Sunday lunch on our way back home…read more The food was great - I had a nice bit of topside beef, which was beautifully cooked (nice and pink, not overcooked like some places seem keen on doing), and very filling and a nice selection of veg - I still had room for trifle afterwards though! Staff were friendly and on-the-ball, and the surroundings have already got me thinking about making this a 'go-to' spot when passing through in the summer (and actual cricket in the field opposite, so I'm told). Dog friendly too (always a bonus to meet a friendly pooch), so definitely a recommended spot for food, drink and fun.

I stumbled across this unassuming local while I was waiting for a lift home after work. It's a real…read morepub, not a bar or pseudo pub. It was really refreshing to see real ales on sale and find out that guest beers are regularly available. Do not be fooled, this pub is for drinking, talking and relaxing - without distractions. Strangers will chat and joke with you and even though I was alone when I arrived, after an hour I felt like one of the regulars - sharing a few beers with friends. I started with the old hooky recommended by John (powerful stuff) and finished with the XB recommended by Rita. I had a fab time, great ale and rediscovered what makes going to a pub so great.

This pub offers great food and is quite popular with younger drinkers. it offers a range of…read moredifferent nights, including quiz nights and on Friday and Saturday nights, it has music and offers coach trips into Camberley or Fleet. Cheap and cheerful and you're bound to bump into some old school buddies!! If you're looking for an alternative to the Royal Oak, then i would recommend the White Lion. The main courses and desserts here are great and are set at very reasonable prices. There's a beer garden out back which is lovely in the summer and is obviously used by smokers all year round.

Sunday lunch was disappointing. Decor is nice and the location good…read more Service was efficient. Food was ok and certainly not worth the cost. Menu looked good online but Sunday roast wasn't great. Not generous meat which wasn't that warm. Veggies ok and stuffing was so overcooked to be inedible. Dessert was quite good but not great value. Also men's loo wasn't well looked after...no soap, drier and weird signs.

Good choice to head to after a long day at work!! Also celebrated my birthday as well! Small…read morequaint little pub! Good drink, food,

Lovely pub with very good food very friendly staffread more

Walking into the slightly shabby Bird in Hand, one is slightly surpised by the ambitious menu in…read morethe "Dining Room" side of the menu. This surprise will transform to delight after ordering and tasting the food, which is expertly prepared with excellent ingredients. The whitebait (appetizer) is among the best I have had anywhere. The service is efficient and friendly, without being intrusive. Now if they could put a little effort into some traditional prints, refinish the woodwork, clean the sticky tables (or get tablecloths), and put on a little chamber music instead of Radio 2 standards, it would earn at least another star!