"I was surprised to see two duck dishes on the menu instead of one featuring venison. I did need to send my partridge back because it was cooked rarer than I prefer, but they quickly resolved the issue by providing a properly cooked replacement without using a microwave, which was a big plus! The Argentinian Malbec from 2018 was also excellent—smooth and not acidic at all.
As for the atmosphere, I would rate it a 3 since the restaurant was less than half full, making it fairly quiet. The service was a 4; the food came out quickly, though the gap between the first and second courses felt a bit rushed. One of the waitresses accidentally spilled some wine on the table cover but was very apologetic about it. The music, room, and decor felt quite dated.
On a positive note, all the waitresses and the manager were incredibly friendly and hospitable, making for a brilliant experience with top-notch British cuisine. (For detailed food descriptions, see each photo.)
1. Game menu
2. Argentinian Malbec
3. Duck broth with pak choi vermicelli
4. Guinea fowl with lentils and port cranberry sauce
5. Pigeon breast on Moroccan couscous with sultana jus and almonds
6. Partridge breast with red wine, bacon, mushroom, and onion sauce
7. Chocolate truffle
8. Mango bavarois"
