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The Brew Shed

➤ 108 Carolgate, DN22 6AS, Bassetlaw, United Kingdom

Carta • Pub • Pubs • Fish • Meat

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"We have just enjoyed an amazing family birthday lunch. Our family of 12 ranging in age from 9 to 85 each confirmed that it was incredible on several counts : the menu covered all tastes and requests coeliac and vegan included : the welcome and service were cheerful, friendly and as quick as could be expected, covering 11 different orders one was for an impressive sharing platter .There were no complaints from anyone, which I consider to be excellent. No pretentions, just a comfortable, warm atmosphere which serves beautiful meals and at fare prices. The drinks order should be praised too, very varied items , but served efficiently and correctly. Well done Brew Shed."

No 5

➤ 5 Grove Street, DN22 6UX, Bassetlaw, United Kingdom

Carta • Steak • Vegan • Seafood • British

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"No.5 appears to be in a state of transition of owners and it shows. We have never had a disappointing meal here until this last one. I have always had a little whinge that the menu hardly ever changes so despite previously loving the food when you have been a few times it becomes a bit samey . Recently went to the under new management White Houses and they have a fixed menu but lots of specials to add variety. Definitely top notch competition locally to No. 5 Service was initially very attentive but ended up as none existent. If I had been on my own, and not with a party, I would have abandoned the sweets the time we had to wait. Our server was young and clearly new and didn 't seem to have a clue when asked questions. Starters were generally very good apart from being a bit surprised when most of the party got a slice of brown bread that appeared to come straight out of a standard sliced loaf. What happened to the tub of warm rustic quality bread? Definitely lacked class. Mains were generally well presented and OK. I chose Beef Stroganoff again due to the limited menu, on a previous visit I had this and frankly it was the best I have ever tasted. Not so this time. Difficult to spot my strips of fillet steak , It seemed to be all mushroom with what steak I tasted being grisly and the sauce was just not right. The sweet menu selection was very limited and again unchanged. The jewel previously was the assiette of sweets which has now gone. Time has come to move on unless they re-vamp the menu and bring things back up to the standard of the old No. 5."

The Ship Inn

➤ Wharf Road, Retford DN22 6ER, United Kingdom, Bassetlaw

Carta • Meat • Steak • Seafood • Chicken

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"We visited as a party of 3. As we arrived, staff were outside trying to hang bunting from the entrance. We all had a good laugh about the difficulty of it and straight away it was a very friendly atmosphere. We ordered drinks and a meal each (steak, lamb pie and lasagne). Food was served promptly and nicely presented, all beautifully cooked. We actually really liked the fact that we were left alone once the meal was served too. All three of us thoroughly enjoyed our food and agreed it was great value for money. We've recommended to others who were in the area for an event too, and if we are in the area again, we will be back!"

The Gate Inn Sutton Cum Lound

➤ 40 Town Street, DN22 8PT, Bassetlaw, United Kingdom

Carta • Steak • Seafood • Burgers • Sandwiches

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"We have been a few times before and always enjoyed it. Visited today for lunch with my family and I have to say, I left feeling a little disappointed. Firstly we couldn’t have a mixed grill because you had to pre-order! I understand pre ordering...maybe lobster etc but not a mixed grill, it’s pretty standard food choice. We ordered fillet steaks and whilst the meat was tasty the portion was small and the mushrooms were very oily. My husband ordered beef sandwich and chips , the beef was lovely, and we expected it served on ciabatta or hand cut thick bread, but disappointing came on a seeded burger bun that was dry. The decoration is fun, and the staff very attentive. But the for the cost I expected better."

Sun Inn Pub Kitchen

➤ Thrumpton Lane, Retford I-DN22 6HS, United Kingdom

Carta • Pizza • Kebab • Cafés • Asiatic

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"Five of us dined out for the evening, and we were all extremely pleased! I had the prawn gambas and the rump steak (which was a gluten-free option). The steak was cooked to perfection, just as I requested, and everything else was delicious. The staff were knowledgeable and attentive. It was truly a wonderful experience—thank you!"