The Tap & Spile
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About The Tap & Spile
The Tap & Spile, a pub on Peel Terrace in Stafford, sits on a side street just off a main road, with very little parking in the surrounding area. The kitchen runs a menu of around 16 dishes, opening with the Beer'd Up Mushrooms starter and taking in a beef and beer pie. Steaks are a focus, with sirloin, rib-eye and centre cut fillet cooked to the doneness each diner marks on a menu sheet, and peppercorn or Stilton sauce alongside. Waiters and waitresses serve at the tables, and the bar pours a choice of drinks, with house water brought in a jug with ice and lemon. A step-free, wheelchair-accessible entrance helps visitors with mobility needs, and outdoor seating suits those who prefer to eat outside. Dogs are welcome. The pub opens Wednesday to Sunday and closes Mondays and Tuesdays, and reservations are recommended. A quiz night runs for regulars who want more than dinner.
Good to know
- ReservationsAccepts reservations
- ParkingFree of charge street parking
- AccessibilityHas wheelchair-accessible entrance · Has wheelchair-accessible seating · Does not have assistive hearing loop
- Good for kidsGood for kids
Reviews
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention steak cooked to request, peppercorn sauce, beef and beer pie and beer'd up mushrooms starter.
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention steak cooked to request, peppercorn sauce, beef and beer pie and beer'd up mushrooms starter.
Customer Review Summary
Steak dominates nearly every account here, with diners repeatedly reporting it cooked exactly to the level they asked for, tender and, in one case, smokey centre cut fillet paired with Stilton sauce and scooped chips. Peppercorn sauce draws its own praise for flavour, and one reviewer enjoyed the tick-box menu that let them mark their preference themselves. Close behind, the Beer'd up mushrooms are called divine, and the beef and beer pie earns notes for melting pastry and plenty of meat inside. Others single out crispy onion rings, the steak burger, garlic bread with the trimmings and the choice of drinks. Several describe the pub as transformed from its former dingy state, with friendly staff who were good with children, and one recalls live music at a party there. A four star review reports a long wait for food and prices on the high side given the limited parking nearby. One diner remembers house water arriving in a jug with ice and a slice of lemon.
Customer Review Summary
Steak dominates nearly every account here, with diners repeatedly reporting it cooked exactly to the level they asked for, tender and, in one case, smokey centre cut fillet paired with Stilton sauce and scooped chips. Peppercorn sauce draws its own praise for flavour, and one reviewer enjoyed the tick-box menu that let them mark their preference themselves. Close behind, the Beer'd up mushrooms are called divine, and the beef and beer pie earns notes for melting pastry and plenty of meat inside. Others single out crispy onion rings, the steak burger, garlic bread with the trimmings and the choice of drinks. Several describe the pub as transformed from its former dingy state, with friendly staff who were good with children, and one recalls live music at a party there. A four star review reports a long wait for food and prices on the high side given the limited parking nearby. One diner remembers house water arriving in a jug with ice and a slice of lemon.
Featured reviews
- ROB DEVINE
“Went to Richards party here a couple of weeks ago’ great pub & atmosphere’ Live music on as well’ definitely will be popping in again soon.”
- Richard Manning
“This place is just off a main road, so could easily be missed. But if you can try to make it as you will be happy with your choice. Small things such as house water came in a jug with a glass full of ice with a slice of lemon. This is not something that others make this sort of effort and also try the garlic bread with the trimmings- delicious. We both had steak, sirloin and rib-eye. Both done to our requested cook level. Would definitely recommend this to others and hope you will also enjoy the meal(s). Staff were very attentive and helpful which also makes a enjoyable visit.”
- Oli Bennett
“Had an amazing experience! The steak was cooked well, the onion rings were crispy and the steak burger was exceptional. My girlfriend and I were really pleased with both our meals, and I'll definitely come again if I find myself in Stafford again.”
- Yoneya Shunichi
“Very tender and smokey flavoured centre cut fillet. Hardly ever be able to find this tasty beef elsewhere. If you are travelling from South England, try this plate with Stilton sauce and scooped chips. Very reasonable price with this quality and great staff.”
- Eduarda Dornbusch Pereira
“One of the best restaurants I've been in UK. Simple, cosy, clean and friendly. The staff is amazing and the food tastes excellent. I recommend to everyone to stop by and get one of their Steak with some peppercorn sauce, or the smoked bacon …”
Hours
- Monday
- Closed
- Tuesday
- Closed
- Wednesday
- Thursday
- Friday
- Saturday
- Sunday
Highlights
- Has bar games
- Has great wine list
- Has karaoke
- Has live music
- Has live performances
- Has quiz night
Amenities
- Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
- Free of charge street parking
- Accepts reservations
- Has outdoor seating
- Dogs allowed
- Serves dine-in
Show more amenities
- Good for kids
- Has bar games
- Casual
- On-site services not available
- Has arcade games
- Serves beer
- Offerings· 5
- Serves alcohol
- Has dancing
- Has free water refills
- Serves spirits
- Serves wine
- Popular for· 1
- Good for solo dining
- Highlights· 5
- Has great wine list
- Has karaoke
- Has live music
- Has live performances
- Has quiz night
- Facilities· 1
- Has toilet
- Dining options· 2
- Has seating
- Has table service
- Crowd· 2
- Good for groups
- LGBTQ+ friendly
- Accessibility· 2
- Has wheelchair-accessible seating
- Does not have assistive hearing loop
Location
How The Tap & Spile compares to nearby bars
- The Tap & Spile · This shop4.5554 reviews
Mentioned in reviews: steak cooked to request, peppercorn sauce, beef and beer pie
- 75 reviews0.8 mi
Mentioned in reviews: live music and bands, weekend entertainment nights, darts and pool setup
- Bod Stafford4.4645 reviews2.3 mi
Mentioned in reviews: sausage rolls, cakes on display, real ales
- 1,433 reviews5.2 mi
Mentioned in reviews: dogs allowed in dining area, sunday roast dinner, log fire atmosphere
The Tap & Spile This shop | The Prince of Wales Stafford | Bod Stafford | The Three Crowns | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4.5(554) | 4.3(75) | 4.4(645) | 4.4(1,433) | |
| Price | £10–50 | £1–10 | £10–20 | £20–30 |
| Distance | — | 0.8 mi | 2.3 mi | 5.2 mi |
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