Halfway House Beefeater
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About Halfway House Beefeater
Halfway House Beefeater serves as a British steak house and pub on Luton Rd in Dunstable, with a menu that runs to 306 dishes across breakfast, roast dinners, burgers and steaks. The 8oz Sirloin sits alongside options like Premium Sausages and the GARDEN GOURMET SensationalTMgan Sausage for those wanting a plant-based alternative. Breakfast is served buffet-style, and a separate set menu is offered for occasions such as Father's Day and Valentine's or Mother's Day. A braille menu is available, and allergy information is taken into account when ordering. High chairs are on hand for families with young children, and free Wi-Fi is available throughout. The pub opens daily, and diners can either order at the bar or take table service. Booking ahead is recommended, particularly for Sundays. On-site parking is provided, though space can be limited at busier times.
Good to know
- ReservationsAccepts reservations
- ParkingFree of charge street parking · Free parking lot · Paid parking lot
- AccessibilityHas wheelchair-accessible car park · Has wheelchair-accessible seating
- Good for kidsGood for kids · Has changing table(s) · High chairs available
- DietaryServes vegetarian dishes
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Menu & Prices
306 dishes · mains £2–2- Chick & Pork Ribs£2.00
- 8oz* Sirloin£1.50
- Back Bacon Rashers
- THIS TM Isn’t Bacon
- Premium Sausages
- GARDEN GOURMET® SensationalTMgan Sausage
Reviews
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention breakfast buffet, steak, burger and roast dinner.
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention breakfast buffet, steak, burger and roast dinner.
Customer Review Summary
Breakfast draws the most repeat mentions here, with several diners praising the buffet as good value, especially for families with kids, and returning regulars naming it their go-to order alongside burgers and steaks, both singled out as reliable choices. Staff are consistently described as friendly and accommodating, with table service called spot on and one visit noting a manager who rearranged seating to fit an extra family member without fuss. Against that, a recurring thread involves booking and attitude: multiple reviewers describe being turned away or spoken to sharply for not having a reservation, and one recounts being told drinks stopped after a set time on a Friday. Food complaints surface too, most sharply around a roast dinner one diner called bland with watery gravy and chewy beef, and another visit where a steak arrived well done despite no such request. Several mention vouchers or offers making return visits worthwhile.
Customer Review Summary
Breakfast draws the most repeat mentions here, with several diners praising the buffet as good value, especially for families with kids, and returning regulars naming it their go-to order alongside burgers and steaks, both singled out as reliable choices. Staff are consistently described as friendly and accommodating, with table service called spot on and one visit noting a manager who rearranged seating to fit an extra family member without fuss. Against that, a recurring thread involves booking and attitude: multiple reviewers describe being turned away or spoken to sharply for not having a reservation, and one recounts being told drinks stopped after a set time on a Friday. Food complaints surface too, most sharply around a roast dinner one diner called bland with watery gravy and chewy beef, and another visit where a steak arrived well done despite no such request. Several mention vouchers or offers making return visits worthwhile.
Featured reviews
- Sue
“Without a doubt the worst roast dinner I’ve ever had in my life. Save yourself the disappointment, your money, and your time - do not eat here. The food was completely bland, the gravy had the consistency and flavour of water, and the beef was unbelievably chewy. To make matters worse, it wasn’t even roasted, it looked and tasted grilled. Calling this a roast dinner is honestly an insult. I genuinely don’t understand how this place serves this and thinks it’s acceptable. Never again.”
- Dione
“Food was to die for. Was quite busy due to a catering event, however we were served by Anna who was very friendly and went above and beyond to get us seen to as quick as possible. Amazing service and she’s a credit to the team 😊”
- Jamie S
“Went to have breakfast with a couple friends and the food was absolutely delicious would recommend this place. We had Sarah as our waitress and she was friendly polite can not fault this place and the staff”
- Brwa Xoshnaw
“Breakfast was fresh and warm. Had very little time to spare so Srah my waitress got me seen quick. It’s people like her give me a reason to come back. Great service”
- Kura Malazada
“The food was very hot fast and value for money. Sarah was our waitress and she was very well organised and calm in her game. Very polite and funny. 💯 will be using this restaurant again”
Hours
- Monday
- Tuesday
- Wednesday
- Thursday
- Friday
- Saturday
- Sunday
Highlights
“Stylish chain pub serving classic international favourites, grill dishes and burgers.”
- Has great beer selection
- Serves great coffee
- Serves great dessert
- Has great tea selection
- Has great wine list
- Popular for popular for breakfast
Amenities
- Has Wi-Fi
- Has wheelchair-accessible car park
- Free of charge street parking
- Accepts reservations
- Serves dine-in
- Family friendly
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- Serves vegetarian dishes
- Has bar on site
- Casual
- Serves beer
- Has braille menu
- Serves coffee
- Dining options· 6
- Serves breakfast
- Serves lunch
- Serves dinner
- Serves dessert
- Has seating
- Has table service
- Facilities· 1
- Has toilet
- Accessibility· 1
- Has wheelchair-accessible seating
- Family-friendly· 4
- Good for kids
- Has changing table(s)
- High chairs available
- Has kids' menu
- Offerings· 5
- Serves alcohol
- Quick bite
- Serves small plates
- Serves spirits
- Serves wine
- Crowd· 4
- Good for groups
- LGBTQ+ friendly
- Popular with tourists
- Transgender safe space
- Planning· 2
- Lunch reservations recommended
- Dinner reservations recommended
- Highlights· 4
- Has great beer selection
- Serves great dessert
- Has great tea selection
- Has great wine list
- Popular for· 4
- Popular for breakfast
- Popular for lunch
- Popular for dinner
- Good for solo dining
- Parking· 3
- Free parking lot
- Paid parking lot
- Plenty of parking
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