Crown & Sceptre Inn

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  Sebastian Fitzmaurice

  ·2 months ago

  “We walked in and it was a very dreary pub, with no greeting from the woman behind the bar. Then we realised the hygiene rating was a 3 - and based on the general vibe and overall feel we didn’t stay and headed somewhere else which was a shame as it’s in a good location and looks nice on the outside”

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  Lesley Macgregor

  ·2 months ago

  “First visit to this pub found it on journey home from Monmouthshire. Staff so friendly food was excellent properly cooked by the chef who I had the pleasure to meet. All the food cooked in the kitchen correctly a joy to eat. Thank you”

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  Stephen Williams

  ·3 months ago

  “Went on Wednesday so fairly quiet. Had the curry which was great. The other food looked great. I liked that you could see into the kitchen. I was a little surprised to see on leaving a food hygiene rating of 1 on the window. Everything looked spotless to me and will definitely go again.”

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  Maria Prosser

  ·4 months ago

  “Best Sunday lunch I have had in a long time. Loads of beef, 3 large roast potatoes and extra gravy. Definitely come here again. Highly recommend here.”

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  Angela Wilson

  ·5 months ago

  “Never visited this establishment before, but what an outstanding place. The service was impeccable, the food was absolutely delicious, and there was plenty of it too. The chef even came out before serving to check everything was okay — nothing was too much trouble. Between our group we had the warm bread with olives, sun-dried tomatoes, balsamic and olive oil, garlic chicken, lasagne, lamb burger, chicken tikka, hot honey chicken skewers, and homemade chips. Every dish was fantastic. We will definitely be back!”

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  Lucy Henderson

  ·5 months ago

  “Popped in for a couple of pints after a lovely bike ride up the valley. Plenty of outdoor seating to make the most of the nice weather, staff were friendly, fairly priced for what we had. Quite busy for a Thursday night, surprised me, but then I guess it's the first pub you get to on the way out of Neath so there's probably a decent catchment of people who don't want to go all the way into town! Sure to visit again.”

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  Fiona Meldrum

  ·7 months ago

  “So glad to have been recommended this place while staying in the area for work. A pub with a lovely atmosphere, wonderfully attentive and friendly staff, and one of the best pies (homemade, shortcrust pastry, delicious gravy) I've ever eaten. I will be back to try more of the menu!”

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  Gower_Ade !

  ·8 months ago

  “Was introduced to this place by a friend. Took my wife there today. Amazing food, very reasonable prices. Chef absolutely wonderful. Menu varied and great. Planning what to order next time, already!”

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  Chris Moore

  ·8 months ago

  “First time coming to the Crown & Septre and it will definitely NOT be the last from the moment we walked in we were made to feel welcome with staff being attentive and not making us feel rushed into making a decision on food. I had the MEET MEZZE BOARD which was huge but had everything from succulent steak to beautifully marinated pork and lamb. And the cost of £26 worth every penny of it the other dishes were pasta carbonara and pasta with a beef and tomato ragu which I tried both and they weee both very tasty and had tons of flavour. The staff were very polite and very attentive and not over bearing. The smells from the kitchen were mouth watering and from what I could see the kitchen staff were always happy as they should be as they are producing amazing food and amazing quality too. I would definitely rate this place 10/10 and definitely worth 5 stars 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟”

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  Beth

  ·10 months ago

  “I am local to the C&S but haven’t eaten here in years. Spotting their festive menu I booked a table for two. I should have guessed something was a miss when I was called and asked for choices a week before and was met with frustration that I didn’t know my guests choice. I was told to call the day before so I needed to check. It was quiet and the only thing that made our table different to other diners was crackers. First we were brought the wrong food meant for another table. Whilst waiting for starters I notice the cutlery on the table was dirty. The starters were fine but my “prawn and crayfish” cocktail was just prawns, no crayfish. Whilst waiting for the mains the table next to us received their turkey dinner, which I what I was due to have. Five minutes in she called a member of staff over to say she had found plastic in her dinner and wasn’t willing to eat the rest. This did not do well for my thoughts on the meal to come. There were only three staff working and one was at the bar. Lots of milling around, chatting, not keeping an eye on tables. A couple walked in asking for a table and the young lad asked “where shall I put them?” And the girl went “Anywhere! Doesn’t matter”. Another table asked to see the desserts menu, after 10 minutes the called out “are we getting a menu to look at?”. There was no supervision or organisation. The dinner was fine. Sprouts were over cooked but the rest was fine although I was nervous eating it. Too much potato’s and veg overcooked. . Lovely gravy although served in a chipped gravy boat, small details. My guest didn’t have a roast but the salmon. It didn’t come on a plate but in my starter sized plate bowl with everything shoved underneath. The veg was wet with water at the bottom. Not worth the price at all. He did say the salmon was cooked well but not seasoned. No atmosphere and cold. Not very festive at all. £60+ plus and we had soft drinks. Very disappointed .”

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