The Wharf

Good atmosphere, friendly staff. Fabulous food, especially the venison dish I had. The dishes where all well presented. Only downside is that we weren’t offered or desserts or coffee. Would definitely recommend and go again.

Nice canal side pub with a big garden
Whilst this is a lovely pub it is very over-​priced. When all said and done, it’s a village pub that charges London prices for both beer and food. The food is quite nice to be fair and the staff seem friendly enough. The pub itself boasts a great canal side location which is fantastic in the summer months watching the boats go by. The interior is fresh and welcoming and the locals are friendly.
I will visit again but I won’t be able to drink as much as I would like to due to the extortionate prices of their ales and beers. Not sure if I would eat there again as their are cheaper options in the area that are just as good.

A worrying start as we sat down, the place settings (pictured) were probably a clue, perfect for south-​paws, but what about the norm of putting the wine glass next to the right hand?
The service proved to be very poor. Wine only arrived after the starters were finished and then only after we had requested it. When it did arrive it was just deposited on the table, not poured, no tasting offered.
The table nearby was possibly less well served, after 40 minutes the starters came out, and the mains took over 75 minutes from them sitting down. We had empty glasses on the table whilst serving staff went past at least a dozen times, we eventually asked for them to be removed.
When our food finally arrived the food is actually quite good: my mixed grill was quite tasty, but my partner’s halloumi was undercooked (not crispy or squeaky) and the tzatziki didn’t taste of mint or have a kick of garlic and lemon which is very disappointing, it tasted more like tartare sauce!
The crème brûlée let the side down again: the ‘dipping strawberries’ on top with dark and white chocolate were lovely, but the sugar on top of the brulee wasn’t caramelised, so no crunchy top although the custard beneath was good.
Overall a strange mixed result. Perhaps if they replace the front of house staff things would be better, but the kitchen needs to work a little harder too
We probably won’t return for a meal, but if you fancy a nice drink by the canal on a good day recommended.