
Quick info
About The Plough Sleapshyde
The Plough Sleapshyde is a 2 Rosette gastro pub in St Albans at AL4 0SE, and dogs are welcome, with bowls and water provided for them. The kitchen runs a smaller lunch menu and a full menu in the evenings. The Sunday roast comes with Yorkshires, gravy and potatoes, and pork belly and lamb are among the meats. A homemade sausage roll arrives with brown sauce for dipping, and sticky toffee pudding sits on the dessert menu. At the bar, the beer selection includes Hawkstone and Modelo.
Good to know
- ReservationsAccepts reservations
- ParkingFree parking lot · Free street parking · Parking
- AccessibilityWheelchair: entrance, parking lot, restroom
- Good for kidsGood for kids
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Reviews
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention sunday roast, chicken schnitzel, pub garden and sticky toffee pudding.
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention sunday roast, chicken schnitzel, pub garden and sticky toffee pudding.
Customer Review Summary
The roast draws the most criticism. One diner found the meat tough, the potatoes undercooked and the lamb bon bons short on flavour, while another called the gravy thin and the potatoes not crispy. Overcooked chicken appeared in a child's portion and in a Caesar salad, and a dry bread and butter pudding was mentioned. One reviewer was disappointed there was no allergen menu, so the manager annotated the regular menu, which took a long time. Even so, the mint sauce and sticky toffee pudding earned praise, and one wedding host called the food insanely good.
Customer Review Summary
The roast draws the most criticism. One diner found the meat tough, the potatoes undercooked and the lamb bon bons short on flavour, while another called the gravy thin and the potatoes not crispy. Overcooked chicken appeared in a child's portion and in a Caesar salad, and a dry bread and butter pudding was mentioned. One reviewer was disappointed there was no allergen menu, so the manager annotated the regular menu, which took a long time. Even so, the mint sauce and sticky toffee pudding earned praise, and one wedding host called the food insanely good.
Featured reviews
- Lrain C
“Unfortunately today after having eaten there twice before, we were disappointed with our meal. My Lamb and veg was nicely cooked, the Yorkshires ok, the gravy thin and lacking in flavour, but the potatoes were earthy and weren't crispy at all. I'm not sure they'd seen any oil! The child's portion of chicken was overcooked, dry and difficult to cut. I had bread and butter pudding which was also dry, lacking in the custard base or any flavour and filled with dried apricot, quite an unusual choice. The service is always good and I like the Plough so I'm putting this down to a 'One off'.”
- Mia Trangmar
“We come here often after our long dog walks and relax with a pint, but today we came for Sunday lunch. As usual the service is professional and super friendly and efficient. The food was wonderful - we had the Padron peppers and Croquettes followed by the Seabass and Chicken Schnitzel accompanied with a rosè and cold Modelo. Chilled beautiful pub garden with very cool vibes in the sunshine. 🌞 Thank you all..”
- Sarah Drage
“Took my parents out to dinner the day before Father’s Day. Really nice pub with lovely views. Feels really peaceful. Friendly staff. I had a Caesar salad which I usually wouldn’t be a fan of but it was actually really nice. Dad also really enjoyed his food. However, Mum didn’t finish her salad as the chicken was overcooked and a guest next to us was missing the bacon bits which they said made it bland and didn’t finish theirs either. Was disappointed that there was no allergen menu. Manager Nick was helpful and kindly annotated the regular menu for me but that of course took a really long time and would’ve been easier for both of us if there was a set allergen menu. Also, I offered to take my sister a few days later but she refused as there is no nutritional information (specifically calories) listed on the menu either.”
- Matthew Dawson
“We had a fantastic Father's Day lunch and drink at The Plough. It was a red hot day, and from the moment we arrived, the service was excellent and the whole team made us feel incredibly welcome. A special mention to T, who was absolutely fantastic and helped make the occasion even more enjoyable. The staff were friendly, attentive, and went beyond the extra mile to ensure everything ran smoothly despite how busy it was. The food was brilliant beautifully cooked, full of flavour, and presented perfectly. Every dish we ordered was excellent and made the meal feel extra special. We also enjoyed the Hawkstone beer, which was a great addition and complemented the food perfectly. We had a wonderful experience and wouldn't hesitate to recommend The Plough to anyone looking for great food, excellent service, and a welcoming atmosphere. We'll definitely be back! The whole team is a credit to the pub and industry. Get yourself down here and see for yourselves.”
- Ke Roaming
“Love the food, the service, the garden is so relaxing, everything clean and tidy ✨ T always put a smile on me and make me feel comfortable, she is a star ♥️ My partner and I keep coming back for the Sunday roast, best pork belly! 🍖 Potato is a bit hit and miss though :p I’ll let it pass”
Hours
- Monday
- Tuesday
- Wednesday
- Thursday
- Friday
- Saturday
- Sunday
Highlights
“2 Rosette Gastro Pub serving fresh seasonal dishes in a relaxed countryside environment”
- Great beer selection
- Great wine list
- Popular for solo dining
Amenities
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Accepts reservations
- Outdoor seating
- Dogs allowed
- Dine-in
- Good for kids
Show more amenities
- Food at bar
- Cozy
- Beer
- Food
- Table service
- Solo dining
- Offerings· 4
- Alcohol
- Cocktails
- Hard liquor
- Wine
- Dining options· 1
- Seating
- Crowd· 1
- Groups
- Accessibility· 2
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Parking· 3
- Free parking lot
- Free street parking
- Parking
- Highlights· 2
- Great beer selection
- Great wine list
- Facilities· 1
- Restroom
- Atmosphere· 2
- Casual
- Romantic
Location
Bars near The Plough Sleapshyde
- The Cavendish Arms4.21421.1 mi£10–20Wheelchair accessibleOutdoor seating
pizza, pint of Guinness, pool and darts
- Harpsfield Hall4.02,5601.3 miWheelchair accessible
cask real ales, brewery tap takeover, cheap pint of Guinness
- The Green Dragon4.46462.4 miWheelchair accessible
curry dishes, spicy shrimp, sunday roast
| Place | Rating | Distance | Price | Mentioned in reviews |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Plough SleapshydeReservations · Wheelchair accessible · Outdoor seating | 4.5758 | — | £20–40 | sunday roast, chicken schnitzel, pub garden |
| The Cavendish ArmsWheelchair accessible · Outdoor seating | 4.2142 | 1.1 mi | £10–20 | pizza, pint of Guinness, pool and darts |
| Harpsfield HallWheelchair accessible | 4.02,560 | 1.3 mi | — | cask real ales, brewery tap takeover, cheap pint of Guinness |
| The Green DragonWheelchair accessible | 4.4646 | 2.4 mi | — | curry dishes, spicy shrimp, sunday roast |
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