I'm rounding to 5 stars although typically a place with "out" in the name isn't going to warrant it. But we need to temper that 1-star review and bring things back to reality. If you roll in near closing time with Noah's Ark in tow, you might have a rough go of it.
Granted I was there for the "early bird" 12-5 special, and I wouldn't necessarily think £19 works for steak and frites otherwise (but maybe). However for the bonus value it was spot-on.
I did the "naked" version, not the special marinated variety, and it was still juicy and flavorful. Not to brag. Just kidding: I will proceed to brag, but I love starting a braggadocious statement that way. And who cares we all humble-brag here anyway. It's Yelp, where we act like foodies.
Back to the original point: I know and love steak, and I can identify what part of the cow the cut is from, prime vs choice vs whatever else subpar you throw at us. Although they couldn't promise medium-rare (like all steaks should be ever), props for not over-promising. And kudos for juiciness even though jt wasn't prime.
Bonus points for super-hot fries, and that mushroom cream sauce on the side was drinkable. Not that I did that; you can't prove I did that.
So it was an enjoyable lunch and I loved getting called "boss" by the staff when we all know I'm not hardly. If in Stratford again I'll return. read more