Chris H's rating is harsh. I have been eating at this Gastropub since it was taken over by an experienced classically trained chef and his wife and turned into a restaurant worth making a journey to…and i do, its half an hour from where i live. Unfortunately there is nothing in the Fox and Hounds' league in Loughton. I would encourage you to try this establishment. Gastropub dining that is a little more than you would pay at your local pub serving chips with everythng but you have to pay up for quality in this World. Go!