The Head of the River

We had lunch here on a Saturday. The place filled up really quickly with all tables busy by the time we left. We popped by without a reservation and I think we were very lucky to have given a table. Prices are reasonable with main courses costing between 15 and 20 pounds. Service was friendly and the food arrived quickly. The dishes tasted good, but weren't outstanding. Toilets were clean.

Been here a few times over the years, booked a dinning patio table online, was quick and easy process. As there are different levels for outside dining and drinks. Love sitting out overlooking the river when the sun is out. Food was presented well and very tasty, a little on the expensive side, but I guess that's down to location. Service was good and our waitress was very friendly.

It took our food (mains only) an hour to arrive. We booked from 5.15-6.45 and it arrived around 6.20. We had an appointment after so had to quickly eat. We asked for our bill while we were still eating since we didn't want to end up late. The tender stem broccoli with my duck was woody at the base. The duck itself was quite nice. They said it was taking long because it was really busy, and gestured to a large table of guests...but they arrived after our orders were placed. Somehow began to get served before us though, as well as another table who arrived after us. The food was alright, but an hour wait was slightly ridiculous.