The Coach House - Carta

The Chai Shop

➤ The Porch House, 33, High St, SY9 5BE, Shropshire, United Kingdom

Carta • Asian • Lunch • Indian • Brunch

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"It was my 68th birthday and I wanted to do something in Bishops Castle that I hadn 't done before after living here for 4 a half years. But what? Mmm...early February in Bishops Castle? I discounted the usual suspects as glad as I was to see them emerging from the dark days of a not too bad winter. It had to be.....The Chai Shop! So wandering hopefully past with the windows steamed I popped in to see Tahira Tara AKA and booked myself in for the week after. One week later I arrived with my bottle of beer where a wonderful welcome was given and it wasn 't long until my plate of lamb rogon josh with pilau rice with a couple of accoutrements creme fresh sweet relish and a bowl of salad arrived. It was delicious especially after my invigorating walk along Kerry Ridgway while dipping down on the Churchstoke side what a view!! 4 hours previously. With the Chai Shop to my own I had a great natter with 'Tara ' about her life on the hills, her house, her passion for painting and the coming and goings of life in 'BC ' in general. And then as if by magic...2 slices of birthday cake and a cup of chai arrived...gratis for my birthday! Wow! Anyway, I 'd arrived at 4pm in the light and it was now darkened 5:30pm and if I 'd outstayed my welcome I certainly wasn 't made to feel it. Delicious food and engaging company had rounded off my day and I realised what Tara and her small chai shop adds to the life of my town that 's taken a knock over the last few years. Answer...a lot! I shall be back, of that I 'm certain. Tahira...I rename you Tiara!! ;"

Three Tuns Inn

➤ Salop Street, SY9 5BW, Shropshire, United Kingdom

Carta • Fish • Steak • Pubs, Bars • Vegetarian

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"Called in after a long winters walk for a warm lunch, started by ordering 2 soft drinks, both were very flat and we're served in water stained glasses. We then sat hoping to eat and wasn't asked if we wanted to eat so we asked for menus. After looking at menus we were told that there were several things missing off the menu, which was fine but our final decision not to eat in the pub was how cold it was there. Neither of us were able to take our coats off we were that cold so decided not to eat in this environment. Which is such a shame to lose customers due to this especially as they have 3 beautiful log burners that could be used. It's a shame they aren't using the times we are in with several places to eat closed due to the time of year to encourage customers."

Six Bells

➤ Church Street, Shropshire, United Kingdom

Carta • Pub • Fish • Meat • Coffee

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"large selection of local and national beers. toilets clean and accessible (although about 5 steps into the gents) with a ramp down from the beer garden to the pub. we did not eat, but the foods come looked excellent and interesting. it took a long time to remove the table from the previous mozens, but it did not disturb us too much. dog-friendly, although a bowl and water bring, as we could not find. in front of the church there is a disabled parking right in front of the pub."

Ganges

➤ 12 Market Square, SY9 5BN, Bishops Castle, United Kingdom

Carta • Balti • Asian • Indian • Vegetarian

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"We visited the Ganges restaurant on a rainy Saturday night in February, as we were staying at a nearby campsite. We had made a reservation in advance and found ourselves to be the only guests in the small, yet clean restaurant. The waiter was friendly and attentive, allowing us time to choose our meals. The restaurant does not serve alcohol, but they allow you to bring your own and provide glasses for you. We started with a delicious mixed starter consisting of sheek kebabs, homemade bhajis, and pakoras. For our mains, we had chicken roshuni and a house special dish, both of which were tasty and not overly spicy, allowing the flavors to shine through. While there were no dessert options, I enjoyed a coffee cream. Some reviews mention that the prices are high, but we found them to be similar to what we would pay at home. Overall, we would highly recommend the Ganges to anyone looking for a relaxed and delicious meal in the area."

The Vaults

➤ 30 High Street, Bishop's Castle SY9 5BG, United Kingdom, SY9 5DE, Shropshire

Carta • Cafe • Soup • Vegan • British

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"Fantastic choice of food. Ranging from Homemade soup, chefs home smoked brisket , locally made sausage, freshly baked bread, homemade scones just to name just a few items. Gluten free clients and those with special dietry needs all catered for. A lovely warm atmosphere and staff who show care and respect for the clients. A lovely cosy place to stop and enjoy a snack or a more full filling meal. A place where you don't want to leave, especially on a chilly winters day. A welcoming smile and greeting awaits anyone who chooses to visit this gem of a place. You'll always want to return. You'll not be disappointed."