Dissapointingly slow service (waited 1 1/2 hours for a table for two, only to finally give up and share a table with 3 others) and meagre portions made this a disappointing experience.

The lively and frenetic atmosphere (pub is split in two with a crowded bar area divided from a dining area with about 15 tables of varying sizes) and large numbers of staff who seemed to be trying to do their best didn't help the fact that it took ages to get a table – why not let people book, (it works for quite a few other restaurants…)?

Impressive range on the menu, especially the mains, and deserts were excellent, but that's the least I expect from a gastro pub with such a good reputation.

Overall this was an average dining experience. This is just a lively pub that sells decent food.