Hopwood House

I can understand restaurant chains changing their menus, but when they get too full of themselves in trying to be upmarket at the cost of value, they are failing the customer. Visited Hopwood House where in the past I have enjoyed nice meals. Now, I won't say the food "wasn't nice.' It was ... what there was of it on the plate. Not a single item on the starters appeared appetising, so I opted for a 'Side' instead. This was the 'Cheesy Garlic Flatbread almost devoid of cheese (I did taste it in the final two bites). Then, having run out of my first choice main (The Rib-Eye Steak) I went for the 8oz Sirloin. However, this was the smallest steak I've ever had and I dispute totally that it was 8oz. I was told the steaks are selected by weight, not size. With that in mind, I seriously recommended the Hopwood invest in a new set of scales. The dish also included a minute flat mushroom, about the size of a 2 coin. Chips were a decent portion but a lot of the plate was taken up with a dressing of Vine Cherry Tomatoes which were neither necessary or wanted. For heavens sake, I know I look younger than my actual age, but nowhere near enough to warrant the 'Child Portions' put in front of me. I turned down the option of a dessert. I didn't see why I should pay any more to the place on the basis I was still hungry. Note: When a customer states they are not satisfied, do not try to gaslight them and make out it's their lack of understanding. I 'know' what an 8oz steak should look like. And yes, I 'could' have asked for more mushrooms. But it was obviously deemed acceptable to put the measly offering in front of me in the first place.
Apr 27th, 2023

Loved it. Shame they have stopped rotisserie chicken
May 2nd, 2023

Our party of 7 really enjoyed our recent visit for a birthday celebration! The staff were friendly and welcoming, the interior was clean and tidy, and food was brought out in good time. My sausage and mash was really great, and everyone else at the table had nothing but good words to say about their food. Will definitely be back!
May 1st, 2023

Thank you to Shaz & the team for their hospitality this afternoon. We had a wonderful meal, to celebrate a birthday, and everything was great. Shaz came over several times to make sure our food was good. Thank you very much!
Apr 29th, 2023

Apr 29th, 2023