Hotels in Abingdon, Oxfordshire

“We have frequently eaten here and, until recently, we have received good service and great food at a reasonable price. However, on two recent visits, we received poor service, having to ask for a drink, water etc. They seemed short staffed and their regular staff did not seem to be there. Today we visited and received dried out food although it wasn’t even hot. I returned my food and asked for it to be removed from my bill which I was told would happen. I did not take up the offer of a replacement so did not eat anything. We paid a total of £33.00 for two starters, one of which was returned and not replaced, two glasses of wine and two teas. I realised after paying that they had not deducted the cost of my inedible food. I tried to call by ‘phone but no reply. I will not be returning. It is such a shame as the surroundings are lovely. Obviously a change of staff has had an impact but I really could not recommend eating there where as previously I would.

I have today re-visited The Dog House and have now updated my review. We were served very quickly by Niamh who was pleasant and helpful. The service was excellent throughout our meal. Some familiar staff are now back and the whole atmosphere is once again, good.
Obviously, the previous staff were not the usual staff so it is such a shame that this had such a negative impact on the service and food.
I will now be more than happy to return there and would be happy to recommend The Dog House as a place to visit.”

“Me and my family visited the spreadeagle for a birthday Sunday lunch. The service/food was above and beyond 5 star plus the restaurant was beautiful!! Very polite staff.I would highly recommend the spread Eagle for any Occasion”