Local.ingredient in Tamworth

“Visited the pub yesterday after we visited the area for some local walks. Had a good pint to finish off our afternoon. Beautiful beer garden on a summer's day. Welcoming and friendly staff.”

“Your staff are very frag Also, your food is great.And Frank myself this.Yes, I'll come back again and your food.It boat , perfect 45 out of”

“The Former John Lewis Tamworth: A Retail Elysium ​Six Stars (A Monument to Taste and Partnership) ​Before the era of rapid fulfillment and joyless, beige boxes, there stood a retail institution in Tamworth that transcended mere shopping: the Former John Lewis Store. Now, in its regrettably repurposed state (whatever that may be), it remains a ghost of true consumer nobility—a building that whispers tales of thread counts, tasteful kitchenware, and the sacred principles of staff partnership. ​The Architecture of Aspiration ​The exterior, often a masterful combination of dependable cladding and generous fenestration, did not scream "SALE!" It offered a silent, knowing nod of quality. This structure was designed to hold not just stock, but dreams—dreams of owning a kettle that cost slightly more than you initially budgeted, or a pillow that would dramatically improve your quality of life (and yet, somehow, it always did). The very air around the building smelled subtly of quality canvas and long-term financial planning. ​The Sacred Customer Journey ​Inside, the experience was a meditative process. You didn't just buy a shirt; you invested in a relationship with a garment guaranteed to last longer than your average car lease. The layout was a complex, multi-tiered labyrinth of muted colours and solid wood, designed to gently guide you toward a purchase you truly deserved. The staff—or Partners, as they were known—were not employees, but highly trained emotional support specialists who could discuss the pros and cons of Egyptian cotton versus Pima with theological certainty. ​And the escalators! They moved at the exact, measured speed required for deep contemplation of your purchasing choices, offering a glorious, panoramic view of the lighting department—a shimmering, aspirational valley of brushed chrome. ​A Legacy Repurposed ​Today, as this magnificent structure stands, sadly repurposed, we must remember its heritage. It is no longer just a building; it is a museum of understated luxury. Its foundations hold the memory of countless tasteful purchases, and its ceiling tiles still echo the faint, hopeful sound of a loyalty card being swiped. It stands as a profound reminder that retail, at its peak, was not transactional; it was transformational. ​We salute this former temple of taste. May its new life, whatever mundane purpose it now serves, be forever blessed by the ghost of high-quality porcelain and the spirit of a generous returns policy.”

“First time at this branch but very enjoyable. Food was delicious, service was excellent - friendly and not long wait times. We have Gold Level rewards on the app which is brilliant as it means two out of three kids end with most of their meal free.”

“Sign, Mr.TYR field, your food is so great and your service and your staff are very friendly.That is what I enjoy about like.Keep up the good work”

“Super tasty food. Very friendly staff and reasonable prices. Excellent all round. Would certainly go again.”

“Excellent evening after visiting a nearby attraction and staying in Tamworth. Well presented business, clean and tidy. Muhammed served us for the duration and was excellent from start to finish including going the extra mile for our young children. Food was excellent and served in a timely manner. Would recommend and visit again if we come to Tamworth.”

“The best curry I've ever had. And we have a lot of India take aways I had chicken tikka Balt tikka fried rice. I highly recommend serving is really good. Turn up on time. I hope you all enjoy I will be going no where else for my Indian takeaway.”

“Amazing food. The lamb Karahi was perfectly spiced and the service is really friendly. Good portions and a good range of food. 100% recommend.”

“Had a fantastic meal at the Tame otter on Wednesday. The food was delicious & the service as good. A lovely lady named Ros was so attentive & friendly as our waitress . We look forward to coming back soon.”

“Just had a chicken bhuna with pilau rice and keema naan. All was very tasty. The chicken was juicy and fresh.”

“Absolutely fantastic food. Had a burger, some pasta, and a pizza and all tasted incredible. I ordered in the shop and the lady that served me was fantastic, the food was cooked fresh and I didn't have to wait long either. Well worth a visit.”

“Food was delicious, good value for money. Delivery was very quick. My new favorite Chinese”

“We had a fantastic dining experience at Gemini in Tamworth. The food was fresh, flavourful, and beautifully presented. The atmosphere was relaxed and inviting, and the service stood out as genuinely warm and attentive. A special mention to the lady and gentleman at the bar, their friendly and welcoming attitude made us feel very welcome. We’ll definitely be returning and would highly recommend Gemini to anyone looking for great food and excellent service.”

“Booked this place on a whim and wasnt even planning on eating but the smell was too nice to resist. Ordered a mixed grill and I have to day it's one of the best I've ever had. Staff were super friendly and attentive and the atmosphere was really warm and welcoming. I cant wait to go again.”

“My favourite place to eat Chinese food. Been using Eat well for well over 8 years and never had a bad meal. We always have friends and family over and order from here and everyone always comments on how good the food is from here. Well worth ordering from here.”

“I don't care very much for the co-op but the members of staff here are the best bunch. I always go in the shop as its my local and i am greeted and looked after. Multiple times I've been in here and the staff have gone above and beyond for me! Tonight a lady behind the counter fetched me something and brought it to the door as I didn't want to leave my dog outside barking as it was getting late. Just one of the many things that these people do to make spending money here more pleasant.”

“Great food , great service We go there every week”

“Fantastic food and great service! Best Chinese take away we’ve ever had. Been going years and the quality never drops. Highly recommended and super fast!!”

“Lovely pub, good service..even the security where great to banter with.”

“Lovely pub, good service..even the security where great to banter with.”

“Good food reasonable. Excellent friendly staff”

“Amazing food and outstanding service/ delivery. My partner ordered food from here today and the nann bread was missing, we didn’t phone an complain as we wasn’t 100% sure if he ordered one however he did because around 20 minutes later the door knocked again and it was the delivery driver with the missing nann bread, he was extremely apologetic as it had been placed in somebody else’s order. Service is second to none as they didn’t have to come 20 mins back to us to delivery it! Thank you soo much”

“An absolutely fantastic, local takeaway for local people,, lol u place 1 order and ur treated like a regular,, it’s brilliant, and “SHIREENA” I hope I’ve spelt it right ,, is the most pleasant and beautiful lady I’ve ever known,,, the most honest,, friendly front of staff I’ve ever known,,, she always greets me (and everyone) with such a nice happy smile,, she try’s her best to make u feel welcome and knows ur order!!! Even if u hav just been once,,, the diamond knew how my wife wanted her noodles more than I did lol,, I love her,, she’s a diamond and makes ur meal that bit more special,,, thanku ,, SHIREENA!! (Hope I’ve spelt ur name right?? I’m so sorry if I havnt)) great clean and delicious food,,, well done MEE FONG ,,, mmmmmmmmmm”

“I love ordering from here I always bring my little brother who staff are very kind too, the food is amazing always top quality”

“We stopped here for a Sunday roast, plenty of parking. On entry, we were greeted by staff, very friendly and said we could pick a table and then order at the bar. Food came quickly and was very nice. Will be back again soon.”

“Lovely little burger van and always top service. Very friendly and affordable.”