Very good food quality. Quick service but we went on a Thursday at 4.30 pm so not many people there. Coming out at 6 pm many people were coming in so booking recommended in the evenings & weekends.
The atmosphere was lovely, and we had an enjoyable evening as a group of 11. While the service was generally pleasant, thanks to the friendly and personable staff, it was occasionally a bit slow, likely due to the younger team members being less attentive at times.
Eight out of the eleven of us thoroughly enjoyed the food, although we did feel the prices were on the higher side.
Unfortunately, those of us who ordered the chicken shish kebab were left disappointed. While the portion was generous, the chicken itself was dry, overcooked, and burnt in places, lacking any real flavor. The accompanying vegetables were similarly over-charred. It was surprising that the dish didn't include any sauces—typically, shish kebabs come with options like chili, garlic, tzatziki, or hummus, which would have added much-needed moisture and flavor. We also had to ask for salad dressing, as the salad was served completely plain. That may be standard for the restaurant, but in the context of an already dry dish, it felt like a missed opportunity.
At £18.95, the chicken shish did not feel like good value. With a few adjustments, though, the dish has real potential. Despite this, we still had a pleasant evening overall and would consider returning—just not for the shish kebab.
The Gate. We've visited this gastro pub after crossing it many times and it did not disappoint. Keep an eye on the parking as you might fall short on a busy day. Give yourself plenty of time. We fortunately found 2 spots on a Friday evening.
There were 6 of us and all 6 of us had drinks and starters. The service was top-notch, even on the busiest of nights or weekends. The staff were friendly and efficient, and they went out of their way to make sure we had a great experience. They were kind enough to let us change tables to accommodate more food plates and were sweet enough to wait for us to leave at 11 PM.
Each dish is good, from the classic Garlic Bread, French Fries to the Chicken wings and Kabobs, they were all spot on. The dishes are as expensive or cheaper than the bars around.
Overall, the Gate is a fantastic gastro pub that we will keep returning.
Proper pub! Had the best red wine I’ve had in a while, and the ribs were massive tender, juicy, and packed with flavour, the buttery corns on the side made the whole thing just spot on. Great vibes, definitely coming back!
We came here for dinner with friends, the food we ordered especially the Gourmet Beef Burger I had was truly delicious, and the staff was quite nice. The atmosphere was lovely, so I would say this is an excellent spot for a gathering with friends.