We have been lunching at this pub off and on for years and in the past have enjoyed the food, but June 8th was not a good experience. I think the Roast pork, with apple sauce on ciabatta and fries from the specials board is actually the worst thing we have ever been served with anywhere, ever! Not sure if it was the last of the pork as it disappeared off the specials board whilst we were there) but it was beyond awful. Two slices of pork but so much fat and inedible gristle ! and why was the ciabatta toasted until it was black? Served on a very small plate with a little salad, there was insufficient space to remove the fat and gristle without the other bits falling off the edge of the plate....
So I just want to give an honest review. The location, decor, and staff were amazing. Really friendly and helpful. But the most important part, why we were there, was for the roast on a Sunday. I can truly say one of the worst roasts we've had. I know they had problems with the fridge, but it was a dry chicken breast on a bed of bland cabbage, with, what I think, was mashed carrot and swede, and roast potatos, that were not crispy or fresh tasting and bisto gravy. If I were the chef, I would have been embarrassed serving that. Now I should have realised, as we were the only reservation that Sunday and was very quiet in the pub compared to a very busy Salisbury. We didn't say anything at the...
Our pre arranged lunch for a group of 21 exceeded our expectations. This was the first experience at the Old Ale and Coffee House for the majority of those who attended hugely impressed by the warm welcome and attention. With such a large group it was inevitable that the menu choices were varied from chowder to fish, burgers, steak and salads. All dishes were tasty and well presented generally all felt that we had enjoyed a super meal in a nice and relaxed ambience. We will certainly return quite soon.
Just back from lunch at this quirky, lovely restaurant in the middle of Salisbury. The place is a one off. And the staff are excellent. Couldn’t do enough for us. There were only 2 on duty it was busy but they still had time to chat. The food was excellent. I had wild mushrooms with toast and a poached Duck egg. Excellent at only £11. My wife had a superb aubergine gratin at only £11.50. I would highly recommend this excellent restaurant come pub come bar come coffee house.
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We were visiting Salisbury for the day and on walking around four The Old Ale and Coffee House and decided to pop in for a drink and some lunch. We were greeted by a lovely young guy called Owain. We really can't praise him enough, he was friendly, polite and very helpful. The food was great too and we didn't have to wait long. Would definitely recommend The Old Ale and Coffee House. Thanks to Owain.
Was just having a stroll around Salisbury with family looking for somewhere for lunch. This is one of those places that you congratulate yourselves on finding. Quirky decor, clean, friendly, excellent service and gorgeous food. Lovely courtyard garden with little private huts and plenty of seating. Will definitely return on our next visit.
It was a very hot day and we were supplied with plenty of ice and water. The food was delicious and the staff were very friendly and helpful. It is a very handy location for the cathedral and museum, both of which we were visiting, but nice and quiet.
I'd booked a table which was ironic as it's a very large pub and there were only 5 other people there. Service was good and the fish pie we both had wa svery good--plenty of salmon. Must be a good pub for quizzes and music etc
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This is a great pub. The range of beers and wines is great and a cut above the normal pub selections. The food is exceptional. Service is quick, friendly and efficient. A must see if you are in Sailsbury.
Not hugely impressed. The vegetables were cooked but stringy although the quantities served were more than adequate. Tables sticky
