Mark's reviews
Review of Mediterranean Kitchen
22 May 08, 17:31
Consistently good 
I like the Med Kitchen. I've been there a number of times over the past few years and am happy to report that the food quality and service is consistently very good. The menu doesn't change that much, but I think that's OK in this sort of establishment as it's good to have a 'banker' restaurant nearby where you know exactly what you're going to get. Steaks, fries and salads are particularly recommended. Those with a slightly wicked sense of humour can enjoy watching one of the staff who appears to suffer from a mild form of Tourettes!
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Review of The Gate
21 May 08, 14:23
Welcome back 'The Gate'
This pub was always known as The Gate until a few years ago when some bright spark tried to theme it (sort of) and renamed it the Jenny Wren. It became a dismal hole to avoid. However, a couple of years ago a local company took over, completely refurbished it and returned it to it's rightful name once again. The Gate is what modern folk would describe as a Gastro Pub. The bar is welcoming and friendly, best of all there are no chavs in there as it's generally frequented by the over 30s. The food menu has plenty to choose from and doesn't change too often - a good thing in my opinion for a 'local' pub. Amongst the best dishes are the Duck Salad and their selection of freshly-cooked steaks. Complemented with a good selection of resonably-priced wines it's a place I'd often choose to go to over a local restaurant.
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Review of Epoca Expresso Bar
09 Apr 08, 14:51
Hearty food
Epoca's offering is better than many of their competitors. Regular sandwiches are available, but they specialise in paninis/melts and pasta dishes. The pasta servings are always generous. Service is quick and friendly and if you go there regularly they'll often give you a free piece of fruit or fruit salad. Eating in isn't much dearer, although that experience can be spoiled with them calling all their customers 'young man' or 'young lady'. The girl who says it mostly is barely out of nappies herself, a little patronising!
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