The Grand Junction Arms

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  Sharron Chan

  ·1 month ago

  “New management n food was very good. Ordered the scallops n crab toast, superb! Would go back again for sure.”

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  Edward Osborne-Fardon

  ·2 months ago

  “First visit here. Lovely setting and great potential. Meal was very mixed - burgers were deemed ‘good’ and chips ‘quite nice’. Why then serve slaw in an egg cup sized vessel and only half fill it? Such a cheap inexpensive thing to get right as it was actually tasty. Pea and asparagus risotto on the other hand was poor. No evidence of any peas and was not how risotto should ever be made - was basically buttery rice with some stock thrown in. We were not charged for the risotto which was something. However the overriding issue here was the fact that people are allowed to smoke in a restaurant area (the main restaurant upstairs was not open). This was utterly disgusting as cigarette smoke wafts across your table as you ate. We were allowed to move upstairs and sit there on our own but it kind of defeated the reason for us going out to have dinner overlooking the canal. There needs to be much more thought and attention to detail given at this place if they are to attract and retain a healthy custom. Feels like they are currently just going through the motions.”

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  Delia Young

  ·3 months ago

  “We thought we'd pop in for a meal with our grandson after a walk along the canal. We found a table, no 60 and sat down with the menu. There were dirty dessert dishes on the table and it hadn't been wiped, My son ordered our meal at the bar and then they both came back with drinks. There were a lot of wasps attracted by the dirty dishes and one landed in my grandsons drink. He went and changed it. After some time I had to call someone over to clear the table The meal took quite a while to come out. 2 Haddock and chips 1 roast beef dinner. My son asked where the curry sauces were and was told they had run out. This should have been mentioned to him when ordering as they would have had something else. My dinner Came out. I was asked if there was anything else I wanted and I said yes my roast potatoes and gravy. I started on my dinner and it was luke warm if that. The waiter apologised and took it away, in the meantime I had to start on the dish of potatoes and gravy, both of these were almost cold too and the gravy was luke warm with a layer of grease on Top My dinner eventually came back out not much warmer. The beef was over cooked and certainly.not medium rare, and by this time I was giving up on the meal as it was not enjoyable. The batter on their fish was very soggy and the mushy peas very dry. My grandson said it was the worst fish he'd ever had. The onion rings were a joke hardly any onion in them and all stuck together certainly not worth £5.20 each I could buy a whole bag of onions for less None of these were worth what he paid which was over £90.23 and my son was almost not asked if he wanted to gift a tree but this amount was taken off his card. He also had to ask for a receipt My grandson also ordered an extra portion of chips as there weren't that many and ordered a dessert which he paid £12 for. The table needed to be cleared, so . The waitress came and asked if we had finished, not did we enjoy our meal. I think she could see from the amount we left that we were all disappointed This meal was supposed to be a treat to celebrate my grandsons new job and also to save me cooking. The food was certainly not worth what my son or grandson had to pay.. certainly won't be revisiting”

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  Pete S.

  ·5 months ago

  “We stopped here for some food and a pint because they had a large outdoor dining area. The service was very slow and chaotic and the food was poor. My fries were more like crisps!We wont be recommending this place to anyone”

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  Steve Bunker

  ·5 months ago

  “Glad its back open for the spring. My food was great the beer is just right with some great craft offerings. Great beer garden with super staff”

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  sharon creagh

  ·6 months ago

  “What a beautiful find. Just happened to be passing on route to Oxford, and so pleased we stopped. The food was delicious; Sunday roast with unlimited roasties and gravy ensured we were well fed. I did manage a dessert and wow reminded me of my childhood treats. I had the crumble and my better half had the chocked fondue. Well I can just say, make a booking the food is delicious and hearty. The service is spectacular and the restaurant and outside area is just so perfectly welcoming for a perfect place to eat, drink, sit and take in the wonderful countryside and to boot it’s overlooking the grand union canal. Thank you for making my day. 🥰”

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  Carly Thompson

  ·7 months ago

  “Visited for a mixed birthday and get together occasion, it was the only place surrounding Tring that had availability for a reservation of 10 people without fuss. We were warmly welcomed and promptly served by an attentive 'Lily'. The food was delicious, the menu isn't substantial but there was still plenty of choice to please every kind of tastebud and quite honestly, perfectly suited with 3 under 18's. The atmosphere was great including the facilities, the drink selection was again perfect. We thoroughly enjoyed our time here, we wasn't rushed through each course which is worth its weight in gold! I'd personally love to come back in the warmer weather as the garden looks very picturesque looking over the canal. Very much recommended, for a no fuss countryside pub meal, with a more classy feel. Thank you!”

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  Asma Qureshi

  ·9 months ago

  “I was warmly welcomed by kind bar staff and enjoyed a drink with my partner before sitting down for a Sunday meal. We ate starters, a beef roast for mains and a chocolate brownie, and plum crumble for dessert. We were both very full and left so satisfied! The flavours were rich, well balanced and the desserts were plentyful. The atmosphere is so chill, dog friendly and very nicely decorated. I will definitely be coming here more in the future!”

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  Lloyd Maidment - playmusic2000

  ·1 year ago

  “Can't judge the food as we didn't eat, but watch this space, we'll be eating there soon. Update, we visited on fathers day, what a test, would we get" sorry we're busy there might be a long wait for food" NO WE DIDN'T, fast efficient service, a very organised kitchen and staff, food truck in the garden by canal looked very smooth. We ate inside and had, the pork, chicken and beef roasts, plus burger with bacon, excellent Yorkshire pudding. All the staff where great, but a special mention to Amiee and Emily for excellent service”

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  Ms D Sharpe-Thurgood (MHS)

  ·1 year ago

  “Absolutely loved this place. My mushroom burger was so delish, beautifully presented, as was my friend's dishes too. Great service, friendly and welcoming. Lovely pub with outside deck too. Would highly recommend.”