The Royal
This friendly town centre dining pub is set within a boldly painted Victorian building and has a lovely vintage feel; if you want a table in the bar area, be sure to arrive early, as it’s first-come, first-served. The regularly changing menu has a strong British heart combined with a Mediterranean touch, resulting in gutsy, good value dishes like ox tongue and piccalilli or melting squid ragout with fennel, orzo and tapenade. It's the sort of pub everyone wants at the bottom of their street.
TripAdvisor review sample · 4.1/5 · 80 reviews
The Royal offers modern British cuisine with an average rating of 4.1/5. Food quality is highly praised, featuring creative dishes like venison haunch, braised cuttlefish, and guinea fowl pie. Service is generally attentive and cheerful, though some guests report inconsistent attitudes or issues linked to the owner's behavior. The atmosphere is relaxed and charming, suitable for families. While lunch specials and weekday menus offer good value, vegetarian options are limited, which may disappoint some diners.
Ideal for diners seeking high-quality modern British cuisine in a relaxed setting, though vegetarians should verify menu options beforehand.