The Skiff Inn

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• G

  Google user

  ·1 month ago

  “Absolutely loved it. Stayed at the Holiday Inn Express 1 minute away. Really friendly team, excellent food generous portions. We even met Papa Joe who was delightful”

• G

  Google user

  ·3 months ago

  “We called into the skiff inn for lunch after seeing all the amazing looking dishes on Instagram. My wife ordered the Ceasar wrap which she said was sloppy with no lettuce or salad inside. I Ordered The Ultimate Beef sandwich and I can honestly say it was awful, it was a blob of gravy jelly in a thick stodgy ciabatta, Clearly not fresh. We’re not ones to complain so we ate the chips and just left. If they can plate that up and send it out to people then what’s the point complaining.”

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• G

  Google user

  ·4 months ago

  “We stopped here for a late lunch on the way home from a wedding. We weren't really sure what to expect and we were delighted. Friendly service and possibly the best Sunday pub lunch we have ever had. Well cooked, lots of veg, nice gravy (with an extra jug provided automatically) - great find and really recommended.”

• G

  Google user

  ·5 months ago

  “Lesson learned! Took a recommendation from an influencer review and didn't find the same experience. If you engage the services of an influencer,the same level of service should be provided. I reserved a table for 3 at 4pm and we arrived spot on time. Our table was ready and a waitress came over for drinks orders and with menus quite quickly. That's where the good news ends. Served drinks and we waited and waited for someone to ask for our food order until we decided that we must have to order at the bar. Told at the bar that someone would come over, which they did. Then we waited and waited and waited. A couple on a table over from us, who came in about the same time, were Served, finished, paid and out before our meals came out just before 5pm. I had lasagne without chips, thinking the salad would be a bit more substantial, it wasn't. My husband ordered chicken Kiev but he found it was a chicken breast in breadcrumbs. A pot of something very unappetising was put down and he had to ask what it was. Apparently, it was 'extra' garlic butter. See picture. It was completely split and when he dipped the chicken into it the taste was unpleasant to say the least. When the waitress came over for our plates, she asked if everything was alright. My husband said, no. She asked why and he explained about the chicken Kiev - no response. When I paid for the bill I was asked if everything was fine and I said that I'd had better - no response. We actually travelled quite a long way to visit this pub and the journey wasn't worth it. I'm fully in favour of tipping for a good experience but, although staff were pleasant, they weren't effective, so no tip was left. Secondly, the review posted by the influencer described an above average child friendly service, which also appealed to us, having a 4 year old with us. Apparently, drawing equipment and other toys were readily provided and children were given special treatment. This did not happen at all. Very disappointed in both the service, the food and the lack of customer service regarding our dissatisfaction.”

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• G

  Google user

  ·5 months ago

  “I came across this place on social media and was completely sold straight away and it absolutely lived up to the hype! We went for the sandos and honestly, they did not disappoint. Packed full of flavour and really generous portions, they were spot on. The rest of the menu looked just as tempting too. I couldn’t help but notice what other tables had ordered and everything coming out of the kitchen looked incredible. The pub itself has a lovely atmosphere, really welcoming and well put together. The staff were friendly, attentive and happy to help, which made the whole experience even better. Would definitely recommend and I’ll absolutely be back to try more!”

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• G

  Google user

  ·5 months ago

  “We were seated for our Sunday dinner almost immediately. It was very busy. Drinks came quickly but the food took ages. I had the beef and my partner ordered the 3 meats. We were really disappointed that literally 3 slices of different protein sat on his plate, as everywhere else he's ordered a trio of meat, there are literally 2 slices of each meat on the plate, as it's an expensive meal to order. On my plate we're 3 slices of thick beautiful melt in your mouth beef so we basically had the same amount of protein. It felt like we'd been ripped off to be honest. Everything else was superb. One of the best dinners I'd had in ages. We probably won't be returning as who likes to leave a place feeling let down ?”

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• G

  Google user

  ·5 months ago

  “This is a really good pub in a bit of an awkward location. The food quality is great. The service feels like Italian family style. The menu is wide and varied with items like panuozzo, seafood boil, pizza and pies. Very good.”

• G

  Google user

  ·6 months ago

  “Friendly and accommodating staff for a large 16 person group. Comments about fish and chips were that there was more batter than fish, but chips were lovely. Chicken Kiev came with garlic sauce rather than inside the chicken. Disappointing portion and selection of vegetables that came with meat. Feedback of meat was very good. Nice environment (love the murals on the ceiling) and clean facilities.”

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• G

  Google user

  ·7 months ago

  “We came here for the viral sandos we'd seen. Unfortunately they aren't served on Sundays, so we had a Sunday dinner instead. This was great. The pork belly, chicken and beef were excellent and the chocolate fudge cake was great too. There was a long wait for tables so I highly recommend booking in advance.”

• G

  Google user

  ·8 months ago

  “We were recommended by a relative to try this place and we were not disappointed, its obviously popular as it was 12:30 on a Friday and the place was almost full.. The owner Papa Joe was very welcoming and brought a plush high chair and toys for our infant. The range of meals available was astounding, they are a little pricier than pub chain meals but to be fair they were all restaurant quality and were beautifully cooked. The only adverse comment I would make is that the side salads (lettuce and tomato) were rather bland. Plenty of staff around and they were all friendly and attentive. All in all a great experience, we will be back!!”

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