The Highlands
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Having frequented The Highlands for many months we had been anxiously awaiting it's reopening following a MAJOR renovation. On entering: WOW! The Highlands now looks amazing with an incredibly tasteful colour scheme, furnishings, all new seating, tables, well, EVERYTHING looked stylish and upmarket! We were so impressed as we sat down and took in our new plush surroundings. As it was a Sunday we decided to order the Lamb roast dinner and mushrooms in stilton sauce for starters. We soon wished we hadn't. The diced mushrooms (2 each at most) arrived in a ramekin. We both looked at the tiny dish in disbelief. Surely some accompanying crusty bread would have helped bolster such a measly portion? Then things got worse. The main course arrived. It was well presented but, again, the portions were miniscule. Especially the farcical slither of lamb! Surely someone was taking the p*ss? Anyway, after taking a photo of my plate (if only to confirm my eyes weren't deceiving me) I began eating and discovered the food was barely warm. And then things got worse. Yes, even worse. The waitress approached and asked if everything was ok. I responded with a "No" and shook my head. Unbelievably, she just turned and walked away without saying a word! I'm not one to cause a scene but this was not on. I stopped her and asked why she had ignored my complaint and hadn't enquired what the problem was. She looked like a deer caught in headlights and clearly had received no training on how to deal with such a situation. I decided not to cause the young girl further distress and paid for our "snacks". Suffice it to say, we will not be returning to our once beloved Highlands. Yes, the pub was a bit dog eared but the food was first class. And that's what matters.
Dave SibleyDave Sibley
20
Absolutely rubbish. From the moment we made our order, and almost an hour to get our food at the table, the experience was dreadful. We went to the bar and placed our order with the gentleman who wrote it in his little book. He turned around to type the order from the book into the POS system and was going make the charge, when we reminded him we need to order drinks too, before giving me the bill. The food eventually came for three or the four-member party. He gave the meat lasagna to a vegetarian and the veggie lasagna to the meat eater. I'd ordered a chicken skewer starter and a curry main course. The curry came first, but as we were still waiting for the final plates for the child in our party, I just ate the curry, expecting the starter to arrive later. We told him the horrible mistake with the lasagna's which we found out was the last veggie lasagna, so he told us they'd make another veggie pasta dish instead. At this point we asked where the four other small dishes were and apparently, he explained the chef had 'lost his head'. A further wait for the correction and two of the missing dishes, and again I had to ask where my starter was and the child's chicken tenders. The tenders came and he said after almost an hour he hadn't ordered the skewers at all, and I didn't order them. We did see him write it down as it was my first request. Maybe I should always request a receipt to check in the future. Overall, the service was appalling, and the food was simply rubbish. Not recommended at all.
Jay Dae-Su VegaJay Dae-Su Vega
10
Lovely homely pub, and b&b, stayed one night in the family room. Very comfy beds, clean and bright. Great shower and good size bathroom. It's budget but good for the price. We had a great sea view out of big windows. We could see the lights too. Tram stops very close, onsite parking, separate guest door around the back. Chris, the chef and all the staff where fab, very helpful and nothing was too much trouble. Are bags where taken to our room whilst we checked in, covid measures in place, breakfast A*.
Paula FairbrotherPaula Fairbrother
10
Not a successful visit. Having sat down and made ourselves comfortable, viewing the menus placed on all the tables. At the bar, at quarter to eight evening time, we were told the kitchens were now closed. No food. We had been looking forward to eating here... Can I politely request if the food is no longer being served simply remove the menus from the tables. Disappointing.
Paul DevivoPaul Devivo
20
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