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£5 - £10
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Bar, British, Pub
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Vegetarian Friendly, Gluten Free Options
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Reviewed 1 week ago

Ordered the Chefs stew, which although was tasty came with 2 slices of carrots, one piece of broccoli, a tiny portion of cabbage and mashed potatoes. Complete let down after having eaten there for years and always well known for good sized portions.

Date of visit: March 2024
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Reviewed 12 February 2024 via mobile

Visited Sunday with family. I had the roast beef but had to ask to have the whole meal heated as it was warm . I also had to ask for vegetables as I only had 1 piece of broccoli and 1 slice of carrot! My...additional veg was cold and watery inside. My wife had apple crumble for pudding and left it . Would we return? No not now.More

Date of visit: February 2024
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Reviewed 17 October 2023

I'm glad my impression is poorer than seems typical because initially I was really hopeful. Just an off night? If my vegetarian cassoulet was much mare than tinned chickpeas in tinned chopped tomatoes, well, that's what it seemed. It was under-seasoned as was the huge...(excessively so) hummus starter. Staff were pleasant but poorly trained.More

Date of visit: October 2023
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Reviewed 15 October 2023

Lovely, friendly village pub with great food. We had cod and chips and a hunters chicken which were delicious. The batter on the cod was done to perfection.

Date of visit: October 2023
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Reviewed 28 May 2023

Had an amazing Sunday roast with family,The best ever had.staff were amazing,very friendly.we traveled from milton keynes and will be traveling again just for a roast dinner

Date of visit: May 2023
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Reviewed 14 May 2023 via mobile

Nice village pub, friendly staff. We were surprised that the food was so nice to be honest. Pub grub, but well cooked and with fresh vegetables and salad. Thank you. We were staying at Harlington Manor, which is less than five minutes walk away. That...meant we didn't need to drive. We therefore shared a nice bottle of Merlot after a pint of Real Ale. Recommended for down to earth evening meal.More

Date of visit: May 2023
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Reviewed 21 April 2023 via mobile

Sunday roast x 2 Desserts x 2 Drinks x 2 Coffees x 2 £59.00 total. Food tasty. Staff pleasant. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend The Carpenters Arms At Harlington to others.

Date of visit: April 2023
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Reviewed 22 August 2022 via mobile

Where do I start? Me and my girlfriend travelled up to see family in Leighton buzzard and found this absolute gem whilst waiting for our train. We were a bit rushed for time so didn’t get a chance to nab a roast but it looked...and smelt incredible. We had a couple of pints of peroni both outside in their beautiful garden and inside the quaint and beautiful indoor area. 1700-1800 decor throughout with traditional wooden beams and low door frames! The landlord Terry was incredible, both professionally whipping through the pub keeping it tidy and chatting to customers ensuring everyone has a lovely time, What a bloke! We will actually be returning to this place at the first opportunity despite it being a bit out of the way as it was such a lovely little spot. We would just like to extend our thanks to Terry as he made a stressful journey home much more bareable. If I could leave higher than 5 stars I would as the service was above and beyond what you could expect from a pub. Perfect.More

Date of visit: August 2022
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Reviewed 20 June 2022 via mobile

For us a Monday night so no food served which was a shame. It was pretty empty though but felt good. Barmaid very helpful and so we sat and enjoyed a cosy seat

Date of visit: June 2022
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Reviewed 14 March 2022 via mobile

Lovely pub with a nice atmosphere. The service was very good and friendly. Good menu selection, and the portions absolutely massive (and very tasty)! A little bit pricey though. I think I would have preferred smaller portions with a price tag in line with similar...establishments.More

Date of visit: March 2022
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Reviewed 16 January 2022

Lovely pub for a great Sunday lunch (x2 roast beef dinners and chicken + bacon pie!) with amazing desserts and a couple of pints. Lovely atmosphere, not to busy and great music

Date of visit: January 2022
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Reviewed 14 October 2021

Ordered the southern fried chicken and it was superb, staff are really friendly and came to the table to take orders. Well worth a visit, good range of beers.

Date of visit: October 2021
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Reviewed 17 June 2021

We turned up as staying in the Harlington Manor and it was practival to eat there. Pub food can be good, but here, it was not specially tasty, the fries chewy, and the staff was not particularly friendly.

Date of visit: June 2021
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Reviewed 18 April 2021 via mobile

Enjoyed a lovely evening here last night seated in an open gazebo complete with patio heaters which kept us nice and toasty when it got cooler. Tasty fresh food and friendly staff who were very good at making sure customers complied with current government guidelines....Felt safe and welcome. Will definitely be back and would 100% recommend...it's very close to the train station 😉More

Date of visit: April 2021
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Reviewed 8 September 2020

We turned up as staying in the Harlington Manor, however did not realise the pub did not serve food on a Monday. However lovely location, great welcome however we just did not get our date right. Staff very friendly and helpful. Unsure if the pub...website is up to date as still has the2019 Xmas menuMore

Date of visit: September 2020
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  • Food: 4.5
  • Service: 4.5
  • Value: 4.5
  • Atmosphere: 4.5