BOTTOM LINE: Although the food was great, the service left a bit of a bad aftertaste…read more Located next to the infamous Sally Lunn's, Oak (previously known as Acorn - get it?! - and still listed as such on Yelp) is located in the core area of Bath. It's a small space, and I can't imagine there being space for more than 25-30 diners (or even less), and each table as relatively small in size (more on this later). First, the good part. The food remains the main attraction, and ingredients across the board tasted consistently fresh. Whether it was the HAZELNUT RISOTTO, the ROASTED COURGETTES/ZUCCHINI, the BEETS, or the TOMATO SOUP, I found they were prepared to a high standard. The dishes are meant to be sharing plates, but this can cause some table real estate problems (also, more on this later). But now, the not-so-good part, the comparatively poorer service, especially when compared to similarly-priced restaurants (e.g., Sotto Sotto), or even less (e.g., Sally Lunn, Yak Yeti Yak, etc.), and then the gall to charge a higher service percentage of 12.5%. For example, my group of 5 experienced both the problems of servers removing plates prematurely (when there was clearly uneaten food), but also not removing plates UNLESS requested to do so, despite finished plates being stacked to make room for new dishes. Similarly, beyond the initial ordering of water and drinks, staff didn't follow up on this, and we had to request new water jugs throughout the meal. Finally, although staff atitudes weren't negative per se, they did seem somewhat indifferent/detached. All these points may seem nit-picky, but I think it's not unreasonable to expect better service at these prices. Ultimately, Oak comes up on many recommended restaurant lists, but after this experience, although I'd still recommend it, I wouldn't be too upset if you can't manage to get a reso here given so many other great alternatives.

Absolutely scrumptious vegetarian and vegan dishes that leave you feeling refreshed and satiated!…read moreAs a tapas style, the small plates are well-priced with the recommendation of ordering 2-3 per person and sharing amongst everybody. Note that the restaurant has rebranded to OAK Restaurant with a new website, but still has the same address and contact information. The menu is quite short with only a dozen choices or so, but each dish has the finest quality of ingredients and refined yet light taste. We ordered all the dishes recommended to us by the server and loved each one: - Nocellara olives (£4.75) - Beetroot tartare, smoked almond cream (£8.95) - Heritage tomato panzanella (£8.50) - Black pepper chickpeas, smoked cashew butter, summer greens (£9.45) - Jersey curd agnolotti, hazelnuts, spinach and butter emulsion (£10.75) Dessert was delicious as well: - Stewed plums, brandy ice cream, almond crumb (£8.25) - Dark chocolate and salted caramel tart, mint ice cream (£8.25) The restaurant was not that busy with only a couple other tables filling in after coming in for our Tuesday noon reservation. We were seated at a corner booth next to a window on the ground floor, which had a relaxing breeze coming through. The cost of five open jars of sparkling water was £3. A 12.50% service charge was added onto the bill.

The Gardener's Arms" which was established in 2013. The meal we had was very good. The garlic…read moreflatbread [£2.90]- was nice- very garlicky. The Indian Thali platter- curry, tasty aloo sag (potato and a green), salad, mango chutney, basmati rice, pappadam [£10.95]. The medley mushroom pie- delicious puff pastry filled mixed mushrooms in a red wine and safe gravy served with Italian style roasted potatoes and mixed seasonal vegetables [£10.95]. Take a table each of which has one menu. When you decide what you want, go to the bar and order, pay and get your drinks. They will bring your food to you when ready. Credit cards are accepted.

Offering your standard pub fare, vegetarian style, it served one of the best veggie burgers that…read moreI've ever had and I've had many from Boca to Morning Star. The veggie burger appeared and tasted like real beef. It's offered as a single or double where you can choose from different condiments such as garlic mayo, mango chutney, burger relish, curried mayo, chili sauce, or your standard mustard. It comes with a generous serving of chips (fries). For a veggie burger, it is surprisingly filling. This place made such an impression on Ryan S. and I that we came back a second time. I couldn't do another veggie burger but ordered the Greek Salad. Prices are a little higher than other places but they serve pretty big portions. Beers are solid. Have a seat out in the backyard if the weather is warm.

During recent years we have been regular diners at The Good Life. Recently, at the end of the worst…read moreCOVID restrictions we were very pleased to see that the staff were wearing face visors, wonderful. Last week, when we ate there again, the visors had disappeared, what a disappointment. If visors are worn again then 5 stars will be well deserved.

Whenever I visit Shrewsbury, I make a pilgrimage here - tucked away in the narrow Barrack's…read morePassage, off Wyle Cop, close to the 1930s facade garage. The cafe is warm and welcoming, yes, cramped in the entrance where the servery is, but I tend to go early or late for lunch. Although tempted by the hot lasagne, or other dishes, I invariably go for one of up to 3 choices of utterly delicious nut-based roasts, of which a big chunk is warmed up if you wish. Chutney is a good accompaniment. As the fresh salad selection is so colourful and includes many interesting and inspiring combos of raw veg/fruit - I always go for the full platter offer - and crunch my way through them. Loose leaf teas and tisanes abound, with a pot of hot water in addition to the regular pot. Desserts to die for - but probably best fetched if you have room from the massive plate of salads! I tried a seasonal fruit and nut tart in December and it was truly scrumptious! [sounds like a song!!!!] The staff at The Good Life are friendly and knowledgeable about the food served. I sing the praises of the establishment to any friend I can, and have introduced several to it, all vowing to return.

Spotted this cafe whilst mooching round Worcester doing a bit of window shopping, it looked busy…read moreand inviting so in we went. We seated ourselves next to the window, which normally looks over the street but there is currently scaffolding up. I think normal protocol is the staff seat you and hand you menus as we had to ask for some. The menu is entirely veggie and offers a wide variety of salads, sandwiches and warm meals such as burgers, lasagne etc. We both ordered the Karmic omelette, which came with a choice of salad or chips. Keeping to our healthy January we opted for salad. You have to pop up to the counter to order and it's cash only which we didn't realise luckily there was a cash machine close by. Both meals came to £11, drinks not included. The food came quickly and the omelette was full of mushrooms, onions and fresh herbs the salad was lovely and fresh with a drizzle of oil and balsamic. The staff were all very friendly and helpful and the atmosphere was family friendly but also perfect for two or a small group of friend.

wonderful place. Food is fresh, tasty and beautifully presented. Quick and pleasant service and…read moresensibly priced. A lot of cafe's could learn a thing or two from this place. Its not a rocket science.

It's called 'Aangan' not Clangan! This is a fantastic find, tucked away as it is in a quiet bit of…read moreReading near the Hexagon. Amazing food, a great choice for the vegetarian who is fed up with the same old same old. Went there for my birthday and loved it. Service was great, food was superb. Winelist isn't outstanding, but it matches the decor, simple but good. It's also really cheap.

This is located inside the Cardiff market in the city center. It's a tiny box of a place. Stopped…read moreby to get some loose tea. They have lots of options to chose from. The staff were friendly & helpful.

Great find!!! Tucked…read moreaway in Cardiff central market with a rough and ready feel if a start up run by genuine enthusiasts. The enthusiasm shows through in their service, which is energetic, helpful and knowledgable. They have a really varied range of food to buy for immediate consumption for vegetarian and vegan food fans and, a wide range of ingredients to help you make similar lovely things at home. Definitely worth a try even if your food identity doesn't begin with a "V"

A wonderful surprise on Droitwich High Street, Bullock's. It's a tearoom / cafe during the day…read more Then on Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays it opens as a bistro in the evening. New to my husband, who grew up in the town, we ventured in for some brunch. Technically breakfast, which was the menu available to us pre midday. But it could double as a brunch menu too. I had the Eggs Benedict and my husband the big breakfast. The eggs were poached perfectly and the accompanying bread, hollandaise and ham top notch. Really good. My husbands big breakfast was just that. Big! I sampled some of the hash brown and black pudding. Both were excellent, the best black pudding I've had outside Ireland. The staff were very prompt and courteous. We'll definitely be returning when we are back on future visits.

We visited this National Trust self-service cafe on a visit to Avebury Manor (after looking at the…read morestones and adjacent St James's church). Even though it was a wet day (or maybe because of it) it was very busy. It's a standard NT cafe, with the emphasis on cakes, scones, etc. (They apparently also do proper meals but these were not available when we visited as it was mid-afternoon). We had a scone (with clotted cram and jam) and a slice of orange and poppy seed cake, with a pot of tea each. I tried the cake as it was an unusual flavour, and it was delicious. My partner's scone was nice but the (pre-packed) clotted cream was crumbly rather than smooth. (In hindsight we should have asked for another portion). We found the staff to be very friendly and helpful. The interior is a little rustic (wooden furniture, stone floors): fine if you are walking and having an outdoorsy sort of day. There is also seating upstairs which has views over part of Avebury Stone Circle.

This tasty restaurant place in a huge barn is part of the Avebury English Heritage (EH) Stone…read moreCircles (separately reviewed). The National Trust manage the site for EH. As you would expect they are focussed on fair trade, organic food, coffees, teas and seasonal dishes so five green stars. We only got there late on a Sunday afternoon just about an hour before closing so there wasn't much left to eat. They had afternoon teas (scones/clotted cream/jam) but we'd consumed a lot if this English treat in recent weeks so we settled on great cappuccinos, sparking water and tubs of delicious ice cream from a local organic farm - I had ginger and my wife had mint choc chip and they were wonderful tasting. The scones did look lovely though. It was a really hot afternoon so we sat outdoors at one of their large shaded tables and enjoyed our fare. Again really worth supporting as there nowt coming from a crooked Westminster government who know the price of everything but the value of nothing abd know how to claim eye watering sums in 'expenses'. It these dishonest crooks could flog this place circa cut to a private operator based in the Cayman's it would be gone in a heart beat, as so much already has.

Serving vibrant, plant-based food, this award-winning cafe should absolutely be on your radar…read moreregardless of your dietary preference. The All Day Menu (from 12pm onward) changes seasonally/"from time to time" according to their website, but some recommendations if they have it: Bang Bang Cauliflower and Tempeh Caesar Salad. The reason why I come here though? Off the Breakfast Menu (served until 11:30am), it's specifically for the Monster Veggie Brekky. A plate of food I think about often, if we're being honest. Two sausages, roast portobello mushroom, bubble and squeak, tomatoes, greens, scrambled tofu, toast, and homemade beans. A side of homemade ketchup and brown sauce, an iced Americano, and a seat by the sunny window midweek late morning when it isn't super busy? That's my perfect start to a day in Bath right there. The food is fresh, plentiful, flavorful, and satisfying. And they actually do have certain baked goods and dessert available all day. Just ask. Usually they can accommodate your request. Don't leave here without trying the sticky toffee pudding!

Completely unexpected…read more While visiting Bath we stumbled upon Green Rocket Cafe. It is a cozy restaurant with excellent service from the moment you walk in. The menu has dishes ranging from 6-12 pounds, with an option for everyone. We tried multiple dishes during our visit ( a mistake because the portions are generous) and all were delicious. Each of the dishes we tried was full of flavor and had that homemade feeling. The one downside we experienced is that the food did take a while to be ready, but aside from that if you are in the Bath area, The Green Rocket Cafe is an excellent choice. My Criteria 5 stars: The best food I have ever had, or an excellent option given the price. 4 stars: Good food, a restaurant I look forward to trying again. 3 stars: Good food, a restaurant that I am indifferent to. 2 stars: Below average experience, will not go again. 1 stars: This restaurant should be closed.