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Overall Total Score
4.2 out of 5
Impressive | 5454 reviews

What Nick doesn't like about The Engineer Harpenden:
Drinking good. Food less so. Revisited for the first time since lockdown. Just wasn’t quite as good as it used to be. Food was ok, but a level down from previous experience with meat dishes reportedly a little tough. Service ok but nothing great an error on order which I felt I needed to be assertive about as staff just wanted me to accept the dish presented . Just didn’t quite meet my expectations and makes me hesit... View all feedback. What JasonB likes about The Engineer Harpenden:
Nice time at The Engineer again. Great Halloumi to start, and veggie burger was delicious. My sausage and mash had drier tougher sausages than I like. Good value overall View all feedback.

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4.6 ★ from 51 reviews
Charles
24.12.2022 - 11:35

A great pub in harpenden, from the city center, which is great because they can park here simply. large selection of ales and beer as they expect. good selectio...

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Dorit
24.12.2022 - 11:35

If they want a Sunday roast, this could be the place to go while the first lock built them an extension as it area to use and by what I heard it is very popular...

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Edda
24.12.2022 - 11:35

I recently set the restaurant for a family meeting to remember and celebrate the life of my late mother. we were very well looked after, the staff were amazing,...

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Jeanette
24.12.2022 - 11:35

Came a few days ago here with my daughter who booked us, I was never before, but the service and the food was just wonderful. our waitress hollie was so attenti...

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Izan
24.12.2022 - 11:35

A popular dearination in an easy to find location to the south of Harpenden, near to the common and St. John's church. Relaxed, friendly service in a comfortabl...

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Despite some mixed reviews, The Engineer seems to be a popular choice for many locals. Some diners were disappointed with the limited menu and quality of the food, particularly with dishes like the burnt nachos and overcooked whitebait. However, others praised the friendly service and tasty roast dinners. The atmosphere in the restaurant was described as welcoming, with a good selection of beers and wines available. Overall, it seems like The Engineer is hit or miss depending on individual experiences, but it could be worth a visit for those looking for a casual dining option in the area.

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3.4 ★ from 1778 reviews
Mikołaj
05.10.2024 - 13:47

Excellent roasts... really nice home cooked food with perfect veg and amazing Yorkshire puddings. Yum! Spot on just make sure you book.

Sebastian
05.10.2024 - 13:47

Last night the Men's Fellowship group from The Salvation Army had their Christmas meal at The Engineer... I want to say that the meal was superb, the...

Richard
05.10.2024 - 13:47

Love it here, the pub, the food and the waitress is so lovely, helpful and friendly

Kasandra
05.10.2024 - 13:47

Food and hospitality was excellent. Have eaten here on many occasions never had cause to complain.

Alfred
05.10.2024 - 13:47

Lively, good fun place to be, but the food is very mediocre!

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4.2 ★ from 183 reviews
Sarahd
28.08.2024 - 04:59

The staff are so friendly and helpful. Food was really nice and the restaurant is well decorated and a lovely place to go to. Would recommend highly

markw
28.08.2024 - 04:59

The food and service were very good. It was an enjoyable evening.

JasonB
28.08.2024 - 04:59

Nice time at The Engineer again. Great Halloumi to start, and veggie burger was delicious. My sausage and mash had drier tougher sausages than I like. Good valu...

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Nick
28.08.2024 - 04:59

Drinking good. Food less so. Revisited for the first time since lockdown. Just wasn’t quite as good as it used to be. Food was ok, but a level down from previou...

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4.2 ★ from 766 reviews
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4.1 ★ from 215 reviews
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