Mad Cucumber — Restaurant in England

The food is fantastic (5 stars) even if a pound or so too expensive now they've bumped up their prices more than a bit. How I miss the old atmosphere and layout though. They seemed to go Covid crazy very quickly and easily and even now there are glass screens and atrocious ambience. We used to come because it was a friendly bustling place where one could interact with others. One of my recent experiences was being smiled at by another customer as I came in. I might have liked to say hello and talk but was sat on an adjacent table with a glass screen separating us so that was impossible. I wasn't happy with that seat so when another customer came in and seemed unhappy with the seat they were given on a slight platform/alcove I offered to swap which he was happy with. If the owners could get the old ambience back I'd come nearly every day (now I live in the area -previously I was just visiting). As it is I only come when desparate for the excellent food (which is no more than once a month) rather than a general place to enjoy and hang out. Maybe I shouldn't but I expect a healthy food vegan place not to be perpetually scared of covid and buying into the agenda with it. We probably all know or have heard of someone who died but we need to decide whether to live in fear forever or interact normally. PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE owners listen to this as I would so like to come regularly but can't to anywhere that makes me feel like I or other people are a biohazard. I want to enjoy myself and company and can't do that in an atmosphere of fear and paranoia. If none of that bothers you the food is fantastic and I...

The food is amazing! Truly amazing. We had planned one day breakfast here but had to come the second day too because it was so nice. I highly recommend the pancakes. It's the fluffiest and tastiest vegan pancakes I've ever had. My partner even had to order some extra to take away.

Staff is very lovely and polite. Willing to help and accommodate you. When asking to have adjustments made to the dishes on their menu or to their drinks it wasn't a problem at all. The staff didn't wear protective gear but guests are spread out and seated socially distanced from each other.

It is not step free access into the establishment or to the restrooms. They might have ramps available but I would contact them in advance if you need wheelchair access. They have baby change facilities and is in general an excellent place for families and kids.

The interior is reclaimed so the place feels very rustic with a chilled atmosphere. Make sure to book yourself a table if...

Food - Good, Price - OK, Atmosphere - Good, Cleanliness- Good, Waitress(employee) - good …. However….. I went there since 2021., not very often. The price are getting high each year. In Spring time of 2024, after had a lunch again , felt that the price was a bit high, then we didn’t go there again. After knowing that new owner runs the restaurant then to have lunch again for few times to see whether it’s worth or not. Found that the portion size was changed a bit bigger. It’s more reasonable price than before. However the owner’s attitude was not friendly making me felt uncomfortable. A month ago and yesterday, she saw us(2people) and told us choose a small table. Actually there were not many customers and still had many tables available. While we’re having the meal, I noticed that she let other customers(also are 2 people) to choose any table which they like. Don’t understand why or may be she likes customers are from...