The Cow - South Derbyshire

Service 5 star, ambience 5 star, food 5 star. Will definitely be returning. Steak was cooked to perfection. The fish was so light. The dessert was the best cheekecake ever!

Sadly very disappointed. On arrival our table was squashed directly behind a table of 4 so I ask if possible to move, this seemed very inconvenient but they did it I also ordered drinks at the bar while the cutlery was being moved over which they didn't seem to like either. We sat and ordered starters and mains. I had to get up twice for drinks and ask for a wine menu. Starters were OK I suppose, mains were nice enough and the wine was too. As we ordered dessert we were told both choices were no longer available,surely this should of been told when we initially ordered. Overall food nice enough but no service not even check back on meals. The place wasn't busy at all.We chose not to pay the service charge and let the lady know why,she smiled and said sorry ! Not in a hurry to return.

Extremely disappointed. Grossly overpriced Cannot believe this was presented by a chef. Have been before and wasn’t impressed. Gave them a second chance. Never again.

We were recently camping in Alton in our caravan and decided to go out for breakfast. Having searched for nearby venues we went to The Cow on the Monday but on arrival found they were full for breakfast. However the manager was great and found us a table followed by a marvellous breakfast. All the food was cooked perfectly and staff very helpful and friendly. Having eaten elsewhere during the week it was by far the best meal we eat. I would like to thank the manager for fitting us in

First visit for a Sunday lunch with friends. Lovely atmosphere, keen staff, nice pace, pleasant surroundings. The food was excellent and well presented. Would have appreciated a couple of further choices on the menu. Recommended.