The Railway, Halmer End, Staffordshire — Restaurant in Newcastle-under-Lyme

Just been for sunday lunch, we drive past often and thought it was about time we tried it. They were only offering beef sunday lunch but went out of their way to make sausages for our kids. Kids of course on seeing our amazing yorkshire puds (they were amazing and worth it for them alone) decided the they wanted most of ours 🤣 so much lovely veg, with an extra portion on the side including cauliflower cheese as well as the veg and roast potatoes and mash on our plates. Lovely owners and food, highly...

We went to the Railway Inn for a change as we usually go to the Gresley Arms, close by. Big mistake. The bar maid was unfriendly and virtually did not speak. Not a word- no "what can I get you" no nothing. I had to ask how much our drinks were £5.40 for half a soda and lime and a pint of bitter, which seemed a bit pricey. Bar maid gave me my 10p change, no thank you, nothing. We will stick with the Gresley Arms in future. You get a warm welcome and friendly staff...

After hearing an advert on HitMix radio we decided to see if there had been any improvements from when we last visited as we heard there had been a change of landlord/lady. We met the barmaid and the new cook : seems like they are on the right track. Pound meals reintroduced on Wednesday from 5pm : just buy a drink. And a new menu generally. Fixtures and fittings need updating but definitely better than the last time we were there......will...