Reviews

Overall Total Score
3.9 out of 5
Very good | 16921 reviews

What Jack Walsh likes about The Cuckoo:
we were well supervised by the team who were fun, polite and efficient. with good service everything else falls to place, so we had a nice time with great eating. View all feedback. What Nico Giese doesn't like about The Cuckoo:
since we last visited the cuckoo, it changed the menu, also looks as if it had changed the management/management. when we arrived first, the impression was that they were unorganized. the communication between the bar and the restaurant seemed to lack professionalism. the food was average. the tables seemed more than normal. would I go back? Maybe if it was the last option. View all feedback.

Reviews from various websites

Menu
3.8 ★ from 52 reviews
Chris
11.04.2022 - 17:46

This is a picturesque and beautiful pub restaurant in the beautiful village of alwalton. we visit here regularly and find the food, but above all the service to...

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Desiree
11.04.2022 - 17:46

For Sunday dinner we were busy, but the staff seemed good to handle. the food was excellent with a good choice on the menu. very good service and atmosphere. th...

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Marianne
22.12.2017 - 14:00

I have had a bit of dilemma before writing this review as I was expecting so much and .

Gretel
22.12.2017 - 14:00

Nice quaint placeWarm European feeling when you walk in: showing wood beams and stone walls.

Eula
22.12.2017 - 14:00

The service picked up in recent months, but on my last two visits it has been awful.

The Cuckoo restaurant has undergone some changes since our last visit, including a new menu and possibly new management. Initial impressions were of disorganization and lack of communication between the bar and restaurant. The food was average, and some dishes did not meet expectations. While some aspects of the meals were enjoyable, overall experiences left something to be desired. However, the staff remained friendly and accommodating, and were able to handle logistical issues with ease. The restaurant also offers gluten-free options and is dog-friendly, making it a good option for those with dietary restrictions. Overall, while there were some issues with food quality and organization, the welcoming atmosphere and accommodating staff make The Cuckoo a decent choice for a meal out.

Tripadvisor
3.4 ★ from 1911 reviews
Tony
26.12.2023 - 16:46

The atmosphere at The Cuckoo is warm and friendly. We were greeted warmly and seated at our table. Our server, Dannielle, was friendly and attentive, asking abo...

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Sherpa40880048746
26.12.2023 - 16:46

Nice looking chain pub with friendly staff. Unfortunately this place is hugely let down by the food. Partly preparation issues but also the quality of the buy i...

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stephencH3833SA
26.12.2023 - 16:46

Welcomed on our arrival, a lovely starter, sadly the main my wife had the lasagne but when she received it it was look warm in the middle but in fareness the wa...

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euu216
26.12.2023 - 16:46

This was a special gathering for a group, but we were sadly disappointed. I have been to this restaurant before and had a lovely experience, but this pre-Christ...

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Sharon
26.12.2023 - 16:46

Lovely traditional pub, good atmosphere. Food very good and generous portions. Staff friendly attentive.

Google
4.3 ★ from 2489 reviews
Chris
29.11.2023 - 10:47

Price per person: £30–40 Food: 5 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 5

Andrew
29.11.2023 - 10:47

Price per person: £30–40 Food: 3 Service: 3 Atmosphere: 3

Mike
29.11.2023 - 10:47

Great food, great service, great atmosphere. Parking: Large car park. Price per person: £30–40 Food: 4 Service: 4 Atmosphere: 4 Recommended dishes: Roast Beef S...

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Thomas
29.11.2023 - 10:47

Excellent food in an very comfortable atmosphere. Very attentive team. Price per person: £40–50 Food: 5 Service: 4 Atmosphere: 5

Steve
29.11.2023 - 10:47

Good atmosphere, friendly staff, good food and lovely setting. Price per person: £30–40 Food: 5 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 5

Top-rated
3.8 ★ from 10 reviews
Beccy
26.10.2023 - 10:21

Me and my fiancé went here for our valentines lunch, absolutely beautiful oldie pub. The food was incredible, definitely 5 stars. Highly recommend to visit. Wil...

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Joe
26.10.2023 - 10:21

I recently visited the Cuckoo Pub for a quick lunch and had an average dining experience. I ordered a cod fish finger sandwich, but was disappointed to find tha...

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M
26.10.2023 - 10:21

The standard is way low when I came few years ago… we had a prawn cocktail with overripe avocado (brown ish), I had a beef bourguignon which was okay, but the m...

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Rhona
26.10.2023 - 10:21

Staff were welcoming and very friendly. Great atmosphere. Clean. Very accommodating. Great food. Food presented well and very nice. Booked for 11 people with no...

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Graham
26.10.2023 - 10:21

Bit hit and miss in places. Went here for our wedding anniversary. Meat, gravy,Yorkshire pudding and cauliflower cheese were excellent, but carrots were overdon...

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Opentable
4.0 ★ from 12 reviews
Liz85
19.11.2023 - 23:55

Very welcoming staff and we're happy to let us move to a bigger table as more people came than booked for and also very helpful in ensuring we had a table on th...

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Harry
19.11.2023 - 23:55

Since we last visited the Cuckoo it has changed menu, also looks like it has changed management/staffing. When we first arrived the impression was that they wer...

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Michelle
19.11.2023 - 23:55

Everything is fine apart from the continual visits from the waiters asking if everything is OK with our meals, just as you have a mouthful of food!!! If it were...

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ABBO
19.11.2023 - 23:55

Excellent service very good food Would have got top marks but for a **** up with adjoining table

Clara
19.11.2023 - 23:55

Staff are so lovely, the food was amazing and just the overall experience was incredible. Would recommend to everyone, one of the best meals I have had as well...

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Findmeglutenfree
4.0 ★ from 1 reviews
Landen
13.04.2023 - 09:33

Excellent menu with GF options. The employees were well trained on GF requirements and they could make more option GF for us. They serve in the restaurant and a...

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mike96689
07.02.2024 - 00:09

The menu at this restaurant is excellent, with gluten-free options available. The staff are knowledgeable about gluten-free requirements and were able to accomm...

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Facebook
4.0 ★ from 1772 reviews
Foursquare
3.5 ★ from 62 reviews
Yelp
3.6 ★ from 8 reviews
Gastroranking-uk
3.3 ★ from 1712 reviews
Thefork
4.3 ★ from 103 reviews
Restaurantguru
3.9 ★ from 5585 reviews
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4.0 ★ from 3204 reviews

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