Grouse & Claret

We visited again on a wintry miserable day. The restaurant was warm attributed by an inviting roaring open fire. We used the bar facility to avail the drinks and food order. The Bar man was efficient, courteous and welcoming. The food was in an acceptable time, despite arriving after ordering after a large group. We both thoroughly enjoyed the food and the value for money.

I looked on-line to book a table for Sunday evening and it said it was fully booked. Also phoned and the recording informed us, that they were fully booked for tonight. As it occurred, we tried several other places, and had to drive past here anyway. My husband popped in at 5pm just to enquire if they could squeeze us in for a table for two, a little later at 7.30pm. To he helpful girl at the desk said yes they would be able to fit us in. We came back at about 7.20pm and we're surprised to find that there were only 3 other tables in use. The whole pub was empty! We ordered our drinks and starters, Michelle, our waitress was very pleasant and informative. The prawn cocktail starters were lovely. Then my husband ordered the signature burger and myself the steak. I asked if I could have a little coleslaw as well, as it came with the burger meal, but not with steak and chips. Meals arrived, I was given a small amount of coleslaw with my meal, both meals were nice. By the time we were ready to order dessert, at 8.15pm, the whole venue was empty, which made us wonder if they deliberately put the fully booked messages on-line and on phone recording, so they could close early. Especially as they were hurriedly putting out all the breakfast items, ready for hotel guests tomorrow morning! We wondered from a business point of view if they allowed on-line bookings, would they have been full. Overall, it was a pleasant meal. Nice decor and atmosphere. Michelle, our waitress was very good.

We brought my mum for lunch to celebrate her birthday. We'd never visited the pub previously so didn't understand the difference between the two booking options online of casual or restaurant dining but the team explained on arrival and found us a lovely table in the conservatory dining room. They were so friendly and helpful, which helped to make a special day out for mum. Prices very reasonable and the staff were very helpful and friendly. Never eaten there before, but suspect we will again soon. A great experience. Thank you

Great service as soon as we stepped through the door . We didn’t have to wait long for our drinks or food . Michelle was very attentive to us checking we were ok and clearing away our empty drinks . We both had the steak and ale pie which was delicious and the vegetables were cooked to perfection. Puddings were lovely as well . We can’t wait to come again and bring our pooch as we found out the pub is also dog friendly.

We used the online booking service for tables and found it easy to use. On arrival the staff was friendly and attentive with our disabled guests. I was very impressed with them all and it helped put me at ease for the night. Service was quick and there was plenty of checks to see if everything was ok and if we needed more drinks. Food was excellent quality , presented well and felt we had good value for costs. Very reasonable wait time. Environment was clean and homely. It was nice having music on in the background and we had a lovely relaxing meal.

really like it here, chilled out place, great atmosphere...relaxed,people chilling out staying at the campsite. Called for a drink and tea after a walk to peak village, a perfect afternoon relaxing. Really nice food, didn't have dessert but I had roast turkey Sunday dinner & would highly recommend, my husband had signature burger & thoroughly enjoyed it, we were too full for pudding.