Grouse & Ale
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About Grouse & Ale
Grouse & Ale is a pub on High St in High Wycombe, serving pub classics alongside a kids' menu in a country-style dining room. The space carries rustic decor throughout, giving it a settled, traditional feel without any formal booking process. Guests are seated on a walk-in basis, and the pub opens daily, making it a straightforward option whether for a quick weekday meal or a weekend visit. The menu balances familiar staples with options for younger diners, keeping the format simple. No reservation line is needed since tables are taken as they come.
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Menu & Prices
20 dishes- Sunday Roast
- Fish and Chips
- Pizza
- Sea Bass
- Full English Breakfast
- Sirloin Steak
Reviews
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention slow braised pork, cappuccino, dessert and air-conditioned rooms.
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention slow braised pork, cappuccino, dessert and air-conditioned rooms.
Customer Review Summary
Reviewers most often praise attentive, accommodating staff and a warm welcome. Food draws praise too, notably slow braised pork cooked perfectly, plus dessert and a cappuccino. Others are less convinced: one says the food lets the place down, and another found the room tacky for the money, though the air-conditioning was extremely good. One diner found the music too loud, and staff moved their table with a smile.
Customer Review Summary
Reviewers most often praise attentive, accommodating staff and a warm welcome. Food draws praise too, notably slow braised pork cooked perfectly, plus dessert and a cappuccino. Others are less convinced: one says the food lets the place down, and another found the room tacky for the money, though the air-conditioning was extremely good. One diner found the music too loud, and staff moved their table with a smile.
Featured reviews
- Wayne page
“Ok this may look good on site but dose have a few points to hand out and make you fully aware this is a 4 star hotel restaurant but for the money we paid I know we would had a better experience, the room we stayed in was ok but looks tacky, but the air-conditioning unit was extremely good and that’s main reasons why we booked in was the hottest day last night. 2026”
- L & L
“Fantastic service and the food was outstanding. I didn’t particularly like the music and it was a bit too loud for me, but I asked to change table and they organised it in 1 minute with a smile. Highly recommended.”
- Heather Miller
“Discovered this pub researching a 'meet in the middle' option close to High Wycombe/M40. The venue was ideal. Felt warmly welcomed by all staff, (friendly and humorous service from Ian). We enjoyed lovely food, (menu has a good variety of …”
- Maja Brookes
“The service was wonderful. The whole staff especially the manager Tom was so attentive and accommodating. The food was excellent! I had slow braised pork, and it was cooked perfectly. Dessert was also delicious and the cappuccino is one of the best I’ve had lately. Overall, this was an incredible dining experience. Highly recommended. Would definitely visit again.”
- Rachel Eden
“This place has such potential with its building, location and staff, but the food let's it down. Last time I ate here they were so accommodating we were grateful for whatever they were able to offer, but on returning today someone warned us …”
Hours
- Monday
- Tuesday
- Wednesday
- Thursday
- Friday
- Saturday
- Sunday
Good to know
“Rustic pub/restaurant with country-style decor and a menu including pub classics and kids' options.”
- AccessibilityHas wheelchair-accessible car park · Has wheelchair-accessible entrance · Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
Amenities
- Has wheelchair-accessible car park
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- Accessibility· 2
- Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
- Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
Location
Bars near Grouse & Ale
- The Chequers Fingest4.44792 mi£20–50ReservationsWheelchair accessibleOutdoor seating
sunday roast, fish and chips, burgers
- The Falcon3.82,0673.6 mi£10–20Wheelchair accessibleOutdoor seating
slow food waits, dirty sticky tables, wide beer selection
- Spindle & Thread4.31,9353.6 mi£10–20ReservationsWheelchair accessibleGood for kids
carvery, dog menu, all day breakfast
| Place | Rating | Distance | Price | Mentioned in reviews |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grouse & Ale | 4.5837 | — | — | slow braised pork, cappuccino, dessert |
| The Chequers FingestReservations · Wheelchair accessible · Outdoor seating | 4.4479 | 2 mi | £20–50 | sunday roast, fish and chips, burgers |
| The FalconWheelchair accessible · Outdoor seating | 3.82,067 | 3.6 mi | £10–20 | slow food waits, dirty sticky tables, wide beer selection |
| Spindle & ThreadReservations · Wheelchair accessible · Good for kids | 4.31,935 | 3.6 mi | £10–20 | carvery, dog menu, all day breakfast |
The 3 nearest bars by distance. Ratings, hours and review terms come from public business profiles.
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