The Larder House

Came in just for drinks only upstairs. Fantastic atmosphere - not your 'usual' bar in terms of layout - someone has really made the effort with the decor. Very friendly and attentive service and the cocktails were brilliant. Definitely recommended.

Absolutely lovely staff. But overall too expensive, given the size of the platters, which you have no idea about when ordering. A thirty quid platter of lamb is almost the same quantity as a 6 quid platter of leeks. Personal preference is starter, main and dessert, where you know what you're getting. Not given a menu; the only one is written on a blackboard on a wall, which was awkward (obliged to take a pic to view on phone).Its a nice place, glad for the experience, but not somewhere to make a habit of. Had to spend a LOT of money (£180 for a table of 3) to fill us up. Food was good quality however.

The food and the drinks are at the same level of a Michelin star restaurant, you are gonna be left with the desire to come back and try all the other dishes. Truly authentic and a hidden gem. Definitely the best choice for a quick meal or a romantic date.I Will come back to try the speakeasy cocktail bar. If you are looking for genuine food and amazing cocktails or sherry look no further.

Wow, last night was an absolute delight! My friend and I were wandering around town, searching for a place to grab a bite to eat, and that's when we stumbled upon The Larder House. Let me tell you, it was a memorable experience!From the moment we stepped in, the atmosphere at The Larder House was warm and inviting. The staff was friendly, making us feel right at home. The whole dining experience was uncomplicated, which was a breath of fresh air.Now, let's talk about the star of the show - the food! Oh my goodness, it was beyond amazing. We ordered tapas, and I must say, they rival the best ones we've had in Spain. Each dish was bursting with flavour, and you could taste the freshness of the ingredients. It was evident that the team at The Larder House takes great pride in their culinary creations.I want to give a special shoutout to James Fowler, who I assume is the mastermind behind these delightful dishes. Well done, sir! Your talent in the kitchen truly shines.Overall, I can't recommend The Larder House enough. If you're ever in town and craving some exceptional tapas, this is the place to be. The combination of a welcoming ambience, uncomplicated experience, and fantastic food makes it a must-visit spot. Thank you to the entire team for a memorable dining experience. We'll definitely be back for more!

Premium price for a sub par experience. The food (for the most part) was very delicious but it was very expensive for what it was. The menu is chaotic and wasn't clear what the differences are in terms of the size of each dish. For one dish we ordered a whole fish and when we opened it, the middle was very cold and raw so I assume it had been frozen. Similarly when I ate a prawn it also wasn't cooked as well, I'm guessing could be frozen too. The Staff are very friendly, no complaints there, but they did lack experience. Sometimes it was hard to hear them and didn't handle returning the raw food too well. The venue itself was also cold and we were seated next to a door which kept opening every time a member of staff came in instantly shocking us with cold air. Even the tables aren't suitable for a relaxed eating experience as they are garden tables that are too tall (I'm 6'1) and bumpy. I've been to other taspas restaurants which were more organised and structured. I hope they can learn from the recent bad reviews and address the issues.

Staff very friendly.But sat on a table right in walkway next to the bar.Had to get up 3 times to let people through if not getting knocked by people waiting to be seated and waiting to pay.Table should not be there.Sticky table and salt and pepper.

The food is average.. very expensive, tiny portions, quality and taste underwhelming. Was very disappointed overall. The place itself is grubby and needs a good clean and revamp. First time visiting and will be my last! Overpriced. For five very small tapas dishes and one drink each bill was nearly £100.00 for two people for lunch. Can get far better food in far better atmosphere/setting at far cheaper price.. would not recommend this place.

Following the recommendations of a few colleagues, I have booked a Valentine’s Day table for a romantic dinner at The Larder House. Although there was no mention of any special Valentine’s Day menu on their website or social media at the time of booking, at the end of last week I have been contacted by someone from the restaurant to take my deposit (£20) and tell me that there will be a set menu costing £130 for two people. I was never asked if I know what’s on the menu, only if I am happy to go ahead with it. Based on the previous good reviews I heard/read about the restaurant, I reluctantly accepted although I thought it was a bit expensive.On the day, we were warmly welcomed and led to our table which was in a supposedly heated conservatory. The radiators were warm but considering that a whole wall and the ceiling were made of glass, they weren’t enough to maintain a comfortable temperature. A few other couples seemed to be cold as well with one of them even turning on the overhead radiator briefly before feeling awkward for doing it and quickly turning it off.We were presented with a bottle of cava and the set menu which sounded delicious, so we were looking forward to an amazing dinner (despite the cold).First came the amuse bouche – Tempura Oysters with Caramelised Garlic & Herb Aioli – two oysters on a bed of salt. They looked dramatic and they tasted good, although the batter on the oysters seemed a bit oily and they could have been crunchier. Score: 7/10The starter – Vacherin Fondue, Gordal Olive Focaccia and House Tracklements – could have been amazing if it wasn’t for the bitter cheese. My girlfriend felt it bitter too and I overheard the couple next to us saying the same thing, although, when I’ve asked the waiter why this is bitter, he went to the kitchen to ask the chef and came back saying that’s because it’s a mix of cheeses. Really?! That’s your explanation?! This shouldn’t have been bitter, no matter what cheeses you mixed in. It’s a shame it went this way because the focaccia and the tracklements were excellent. The whole dish was brought down by the fondue. Score: 5/10We were really looking forward to the main – Ex-Dairy Prime Rib, Truffled Marfona Chips, Wild Garlic Dip and Wood Fired Sopley Vegetables. Fancy, local, seasonal, and definitely over the top. The rib was juicy, tender and rich while also being slightly overcooked, fatty and heavy. The chips had the right balance between crispiness on the outside and tenderness in the middle while the truffle flavour definitely lifted them. The wild garlic dip brought the fresh spring flavour in the mix, nicely contrasting with the depth and richness of the meat, however the roasted vegetables were lacking any extra layers of flavour. Overall, the dish was ok, but it seemed over engineered while some basic things being overlooked. Score: 7/10The dessert – Polenta & Olive Oil Cake, Rhubarb Granita, Poached Rhubarb & Clotted Ice Cream – had all the right flavours but it disappointed through texture and user experience (UX). I know it sounds weird to talk about UX when referring to food but having a rhubarb granita (the fancy name for ice slushy) that quickly melts on a flat plate (not a bowl) without any teaspoon in sight (just a fork and knife) is a ‘no go’. The polenta cake was also very dry and as soon as it absorbed the watery slushy, it started to disintegrate. Despite this, the combination of flavours was very nice and, with a few tweaks, this could become an amazing dessert. Score: 8/10Finally, we received the chocolate truffles on a bed of what seemed like brown sugar mixed with cocoa. I am not a big fan of truffles in general, but these seemed even richer than normal, and I could hardly eat mine while gulping a glass of water immediately after. Score: 4/10.

Had dinner here a few nights ago and all the food was very good. We had a selection of 6 dishes and we enjoyed them all. The peasant was really good, the pork belly tasty and hispi cabbage amazing. The service was good, friendly and very informative. The place is very nice, food decor and a real cosy feel. Had a great experience but it is an expensive meal.

My husband had been here many years ago with friends and said it was amazing so I was excited to give it a try… what was once A La Carte is now Tapas, pricey tapas.Don’t get me wrong, the food we had was very tasty and the gin based cocktails absolutely spot on, but after spending close to £100 we left and were still hungry so ended up making food at home.We both had a charcuterie plate with pickles and picos (this was actually 2 meats, a couple of small pickled asparagus spears and some bread stick bites), Wood Fired Breads (actually 1 bread type) with Oil and Beetroot Tzatziki (wasn’t great having to pay £2 for each side dip here which would generally be included in other restaurants), Crab Croquettes with Aioli and then English Grilled Halloumi with Courgette.All very tasty, well made / cooked and presented, but just a shame about the price and the portion size, with it being tapas. The gin martinis were some of the best we’ve had though, hats off to those, and the ladies who served us were fab, both incredibly knowledgeable about the produce and explained everything, so we couldn’t fault the service.Make sure to check your bill, we were overcharged (a till error) by £8 for 2 cocktails, quite a chunk! And a £1 donation is automatically added for Action Against Hunger, we didn’t mind this but it should be a choice rather than being automatically applied.We will return to try some more of the dishes or perhaps the roast that I’ve seen quite a lot of though, we’re always happy to give places a 2nd chance.