Casual drinking in Stoke

“Nice pub, rural location, lovely food”

“Always been a great bar with great service and a wide selection of quality drinks but yesterday we hired the whole place for grandsons christening 120 people and I must say the service we received from Ben & his team was outstanding from start to finish, they had 3 bar staff on duty and they were none stop from the minute 120 of us walked through the door until we left, not once did you have to wait for a drink & we rang earlier in the week to see if they sold gluten free beer as I have celiac disease, to my amazement they had got a gluten free beer in especially which was the best gf beer I’ve ever had, very rare to find it in draft (which is like a restaurant not selling vegetarian food) but thanks to Ben & his team I could enjoy a decent drink. Thanks for everything guys!”

“I would share a photo of my Roast of the Day bap, with a generous amount of tasty beef and loads of crispy roast potatoes, but I’ve eaten the lot! This place is special. The welcome is genuine and caring. And the bread and butter pudding was delicious. I managed a quick pic of that before finishing it.”

“first time visited, arrrived 1:50pm on Wednesday, all desserts are £5 only. the service was good and the food that we ordered were tasty. buffalo chicken wings almost charged £1 per wing. the confit belly pork, steak pie and sea baa were delicious. both crumbles and sticky toffee pudding with custard were values for money (£5 per dessert on wednesday)”

“Great to find a good range of Belgian beers, including several zero alcohol beers. Sadly, there was no bar food available when we were there. Very friendly staff. Live music in the courtyard made for a great atmosphere.”

“First time we've visited Shrewsbury and we stumbled upon this wonderful restaurant. I had the leek, gorgonzola and honey pizza which was so delicious I didn't want my meal to end. Staff were lovely and the whole experience was amazing. We'll definitely come back!”

“Great pub, could be my new ‘local’.”

“Lovely Pub, seating area outside”

“Although very busy outside on approach, when inside it was the perfect setting and atmosphere for a quick early evening light meal, still feeling quite intimate. The food was incredible and the service was fabulous. Highly recommended.”

“A superb, stylish, cosy modern ambiance with warm, friendly and inviting staff. My Mum and Dad kindly took me there for a birthday meal and the entire experience was delightful. The menu was so good I found it extremely difficult to make a choice but when I did, the food arrived in a timely fashion and was absolutely delicious. They clearly have an excellent chef/team of chefs because the standard of the food really was excellent. Each course was of an exceptional quality and was certainly able to justify the price range. The white chocolate cookie dough with caramelised bananas, ice cream and toffee dessert was, in both mine and my Mum’s opinion, one of the best desserts we’d tasted in a long time. Truly divine. The staff were the epitome of professionalism, attentive and friendly; willing to engage in a bit of banter as well as providing excellent service. I can’t recommend this restaurant enough. It’s well worth the money.”

“Taste of Spice in Stoke-on-Trent offers a culinary journey worth savoring. From the moment you step in, the aroma of spices envelops you, setting the stage for a delightful experience. The menu boasts a tantalizing array of dishes, each bursting with flavor and authenticity. From classic curries to innovative fusion creations, there's something to please every palate. The service is impeccable, with attentive staff ensuring your every need is met. Whether you're a seasoned spice aficionado or a newcomer to Indian cuisine, Taste of Spice delivers excellence on every plate. Highly recommended for a memorable dining experience.”

“I highly recommend this Restaurant! We tried Pizza, Buger and a Dessert. Everything was very delicious. The Pizza dough was a Highlight. The staff ist very nice and courteous.”

“i visited to the swann for lunch and this is a 10/10 pub i had a great time the staff were lovely and attentive the food was so yummy i had a mixed grill and a pedigree and it was the best in the area, excellent value for money, the restaurant was clean and the food was piping hot! will definitely be returning”

“Beer always well served (every time we have visited), prices clearly displayed on a TV screen. Refurbished decor and plenty of real ale options available (black country and other breweries). Serves cobs and pork pies.”

“Been to see The Alarm & Big Country great venue..Plenty of parking space,relatively easy get a beer,and good toilets. All in all a cracking night”

“Returned to CW2 after a while and ate with a friend. Boy, it was so good! I had the monthly special - Wal-Nut case, walnut, pear and rocqufort cheese - it worked so well! My friend had the Chicago smash (see pics) whilst we had parmesan truffle fries and onion rings. So fresh, so good. Will not be waiting so long again before returning.”

“Ordered take away via Uber Eats, although not tracked, delivery was prompt and on time. Western burger, ingredients felt fresh, great size, really tasty(!!), enjoyed the sauce, really juicy - give the burger that nice taste without running and messing too much!! Mrs also really pleased with classic burger. I am not normally the kind of person to write reviews but these burgers deserve one! Would definitely order again.”

“Amazing venue, everywhere looks really funky great music playing. Service was good. Ordered 3 tapas plates each- quite big portions we couldn’t finish it all. All lovely The rustic bread with olive oil turned out to be toasted too much which meant it was a too hard around all edges and not great for dipping as didn’t absorb the oil- I’m sure this was a one off mistake Overall would definitely return”

“Toffs is a wonderful cafe right in the middle of Hanley. It's got a gorgeous terrace facing south meaning you've got sun all day. I had a latte and a baklava, probably the best I had in my life. And the family who runs the business, they are the friendliest you can get - you won't get a better welcome and service anywhere near. Will certainly return.”

“Visiting from out of town. Friendly staff and a great Guinness pour!”

“Another great meal! First one in the new location, a lot bigger but still has that welcoming feeling. Had the set menu which has a great choice, I asked for extra meat in my pasta dish and they happily obliged. The waiter who served us was so pleasant and attentive. Will ALWAYS recommend Robertos!”

“Amazing lunch at the Ship 1 customer service fantastic 2 value you for money portions sizes generous 3. Communication to book & update booking by text. Very efficient and accurate Extremely usefull 4 Food piping hot cooked to order Highly recommend The Ship inn We had an outstanding lunch”

“I would like to say how delicious the food was and the staff were very welcoming . By far the best pub in the area . 10/10 fantastic pub”

“Great food, great beer, the best company you'll ever meet, and the finest rum and coke in the area. You can do no better than the Blue Bell when it comes to everything you want from a pub. If you get a chance to attend the beer and cider festivals, that's a must.”

“An excellent venue, with well-tgought-out decor, a lovely ambience, great service and very good food. Well worth a visit. It's in the Manor House Hotel where they also have a spa and a swimming pool (apparently with a swim-up bar!) so you could tie the experience in with a getaway break. We didn't, we just ate, but it was a really nice place to go and reasonably priced, too.”

“Myself,my Granddaughter and Our Dementia group, Memory Lane from Portvale FC (28 individuals), had an amazing afternoon and the staff were fantastic thanks you x”

“Good little local boozer. People are friendly, beer is well kept and not expensive”

“Had our star bikers Christmas meal tonight . The food was excellent and plentifull . Staff are very friendly and helpful”

“First time going in as I was at my daughter's house nearby... Great little pub great atmosphere... Good prices... Friendly staff..”

“Had a spontaneous Monday lunch at the Boars. The food, service and atmosphere was beautiful! We felt very festive and as always the chicken pie and belly pork was 10/10! Ella was very friendly and attentive. Already looking forward to our next visit! X”