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Fabulous food in a delightful environment with friendly, knowledgeable and efficient service.
beautiful food, great service and lovely ambience. gorgeous non-alcoholic cocktails ..... will definitely be going back! Thank you Cattle and Cocktails!
So delicious and innovative throughout. The steak was cooked to absolute perfection (Ribeye which I highly recommend), the sides were creative and tasty and the waiting staff were incredible and attentive.
Extra thanks to Archie for cooking the amazing food and keeping us entertained at the bar whilst we ate.
Definitely returning again… and again… and again.