The Extraordinary Hare

Reading Road, Vale of White Horse, United Kingdom, OX12 8RH, Vale of White Horse

🛍 Pub, Steak, British, Vegetarian

4.4 💬 1710 Reviews
The Extraordinary Hare

Phone: +441235834953

Address: Reading Road, Vale Of White Horse, United Kingdom, OX12 8RH, Vale of White Horse

City: Vale of White Horse

Dishes: 10

Reviews: 1710

"This was my first time at this restaurant, and I had been wanting to try it for a while. However, I was shocked by the new management and owner. I was surprised to see the owner walking around without shoes, especially in a restaurant setting. When we arrived, we were seated at a table that had not been set up yet. It took 10 minutes for our drink order to be taken - just two cokes and an orange juice. It took another 15 minutes for our drinks to arrive. After our drinks came, I placed our food order - two beef roasts and a bowl of chips, as they did not have a children's menu. We waited patiently for over 35 minutes for our food, and when we asked how much longer it would be, we were told it was on its way. After waiting for 50 minutes in total, we decided to pay for our drinks and leave. It seemed like the new owners were inexperienced, and the staff seemed too old to handle the job - they couldn't even bend down to pick something up off the floor. No apologies were offered for the long wait. Overall, I will not be returning to this restaurant. In the end, we ended up at McDonald's instead."

Menu - 10 options

All prices are estimates.

jodiesalmon1992 jodiesalmon1992

Amazing food, amazing service, amazing staff( who were also brill with my young children) Food was hot, served quickly and plenty of it.

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vizz2015
vizz2015

We enjoyed a delicious Sunday Roast and friendly service at this recently re-opened pub. All courses were fantastic and we are looking forward to visiting again soon!


Lorraine
Lorraine

So glad to see this wonderful pub open again after a short closure for new management to settle in. Definitely recommend, food was absolutely delicious, even the children thoroughly enjoyed it. Friendly staff and beautiful home feel decor. Will definitely return.


Mary
Mary

Had lunch at The Hare yesterday and it was quite simply superb. The restaurant is spotlessly clean and inviting with well spaced out tables and the menu is varied with choices for everyone, the food was served with a very friendly smile, in good time and in generous portions, piping hot and was delicious. All the boxes ticked with a thick pen we will definitely be regulars!


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Really pleased with our recent breakfast experience. Good service with friendly staff and a nice atmosphere. Their conservatory is a lovely place to be in the morning. I had the full vegan and my husband had the full English breakfast. Food was well cooked and came with the added bonus of unlimited tea, coffee, juice, cereal plus Danish pastries! A great deal for the price that we paid. Will definitely be going back in the future.


Philip
Philip

We had Sunday lunch at The Extraordinary Hare today, it was simply superb. The restaurant is clean and inviting, with well spaced out tables. Amazing food was served by attentive staff, all with a friendly smile. All the ingredients were fresh and not over cooked. The starters were all tasty and freshly prepared the beef was melt in mouth tender, even the Horseradish sauce was fresh and not out of jar. We will be heading back there in the near future.


Helen
Helen

While visiting relatives, we stumbled upon this pub and were able to enjoy a late lunch. The manager, Paul, warmly greeted us and seated us at a table. We shared a generous portion of whitebait as an appetizer. For our mains, we had perfectly cooked bream fillet, a delicious fish pie with creamy mash, and flavorful faggots. Only two of us had room for dessert, but we thoroughly enjoyed the whisky panna cotta. Overall, it was an excellent meal and we will definitely be returning when we are in the area again.


Sightseer28342109633
Sightseer28342109633

We came here with for some dinner and drinks with friends after the reopening hoping for an injection of energy to be brought to the area. Unfortunately, it was quite the opposite. We were one of the only tables in the entire pub for most of the evening until some locals turned up later in the night for drinks only, shortly before the pub was closing. This is likely due to the new menu being overly complicated and expensive, and not enough pub classics available. However, the food was tasty and the staff were pleasant, it’s a shame the atmosphere just wasn’t there. Maybe the reopening wasn’t advertised well enough. But some live bands, sky/BT sports or just some events would certainly bring...


stoney7030
stoney7030

We had visited this pub before under different management and had a great lunch. We were disappointed to find out that the new management no longer offers a lunch menu, only the main menu. Despite this, we decided to stop in for lunch. For starters, we ordered calamari for £9.50, which came with a small portion of mushy peas that seemed to be from a packet, and was not worth the price. We also ordered chicken wings for £8.50, which were plain with a drizzle of soy sauce and sesame seeds, also not worth the price. The steak and ale pie for the main course was delicious, homemade and flavorful with plenty of veggies and gravy. However, the fish and chips were disappointing, with a small piece...


Crystal
Crystal

This was my first time at this restaurant, and I had been wanting to try it for a while. However, I was shocked by the new management and owner. I was surprised to see the owner walking around without shoes, especially in a restaurant setting. When we arrived, we were seated at a table that had not been set up yet. It took 10 minutes for our drink order to be taken - just two cokes and an orange juice. It took another 15 minutes for our drinks to arrive. After our drinks came, I placed our food order - two beef roasts and a bowl of chips, as they did not have a children's menu. We waited patiently for over 35 minutes for our food, and when we asked how much longer it would be, we were told i...

Categories

  • Pub Enjoy a lively atmosphere with our classic pub favorites. From hearty burgers and fish 'n' chips to savory pies and craft brews, our menu promises a cozy experience ideal for unwinding with friends.
  • Steak Savor prime cuts of juicy, tender steaks, expertly grilled to perfection. Each bite offers a burst of flavor, served with classic sides and delectable sauces to enhance your dining experience.
  • British Traditional and hearty, the British menu offers comfort classics like fish and chips, succulent roasts, and savory pies. Rediscover familiar favorites, lovingly crafted with timeless recipes and fresh, local ingredients.
  • Vegetarian Delight in our vibrant collection of vegetarian dishes, crafted with the freshest greens, rich flavors, and savory spices. Enjoy a wholesome, delectable plate that celebrates nature's finest ingredients.

Amenities

  • Seating
  • Free Wifi
  • Visa Card
  • Mastercard

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