The Pot Kiln

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   Ian

   Oxford

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined 1 day ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Would highly recommend. Fine Spanish dining in a cozy country pub. All the dishes we tried were outstanding. Will try the rest of the menu the next time we visit.
   

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   Bruce

   VIP

   Caribbean

   6 reviews

   5.0

   6 reviews

   Dined 4 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   This was our first time back since the change in ownership. Whilst we were sad that the famous roast sharing plates, especially the venison roast, had disappeared (the lamb and beef ones on the current menu are completely different versions, we were told at the restaurant), we embraced the change and ordered a selection of 6 tapas together with their slow roasted pork ribs. Everything was superb, and several were accompanied by incredible home made "ketchups", of which the date and raisin (I know, sounds horrible, but was delicious) blew our minds...they should bottle it and sell it. Service was attentive and friendly. We were there for lunch on a weekday and it was fairly empty, but I expect and hope it will become more busy. Whilst nothing will fully replace, did I say it already, the amazing roast sharing plates of the old Pot Kiln, the loss of which we will forever mourn, the new Pot Kiln has definitely won a place on our list of favourites.
   

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   Sandra

   Berkshire

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined 5 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   The setting, the ambiance, the food and the service was exceptional! We will be back. This was not just a pub lunch it was a culinary delight. We were made very welcome with excellent service and the setting was beautiful even in a rainy February day.
   

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   Jeremy

   London

   1 review

   2.0

   1 review

   Dined 6 days ago

   1. Overall 2
   2. Food 1
   3. Service 2
   4. Ambience 1

   We have known this pub for 40 years and it was a gem. Sadly now it is too clinical with no atmosphere. The food was average and unnecessarily expensive. Staff were good and attentive but with wine, over £50 a head is too much in my opinion.
   

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   Sally

   Berkshire

   5 reviews

   4.0

   5 reviews

   Dined 7 days ago

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Friendly service, lovely dining/bar area. The food was very tasty and we all enjoyed everything we ordered. Toilet facilities could be better.
   

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   Ashley

   London

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined on February 15, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   We have been to The Pot Kiln twice now and it never disappoints. Restaurant and staff very welcoming with a great atmosphere. Menu had changed which is nice to see and the food was amazing. Love to see the chefs in the open kitchen working there magic. Would highly recommend this to anyone and we are definitely coming back.
   

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   Robin

   VIP

   Berkshire

   9 reviews

   4.0

   9 reviews

   Dined on February 14, 2025

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   We started with the Tapas and each dish was very good. The main of a big dish of Fish stew was good in quality and variety of fish but somewhat overpowered by the thickness and strong flavour of the sauce. We were also disappointed by the small size of the Basque cheese cake we chose to share for dessert. The expresso coffee was excellent. The cost was reasonable to rather high. The service was excellent. The young waiter knew the menu well and was very personable. We have been before and the overall experience was not as good as the first time.
   

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   jayne

   London

   10 reviews

   5.0

   10 reviews

   Dined on February 13, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Food was amazing . We had ribs, sweet peppers and Spanish potatoes (million layers not bravas) beetroot, prawns and carrots. All great . Especially the baked cheesecake . Food rather expensive though , only complaint .
   

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   julian

   Newcastle

   3 reviews

   5.0

   3 reviews

   Dined on February 9, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Our 4th visit to the newly refurbished Potkiln that has morphed into a basque style eatery under its new owners. They keep knocking it out the park, our 1st visit was outstanding and each subsequent visit has been equally as brilliant. Unfortunately, people sometimes forget that when they eat out, they are just not paying for some ingredients and some cooking time, there is so much more involved. The Potkiln delivers and that comes at a price, in our families view extremely fair and well worth every penny. This trips treats included Mushroom Croquetas with a unique Walnut sauce, pulled Short Rib Empanadas with a Gherkin Ketchup which was sublime, Mackerel with Pangratata, Clams with Manzanilla, Hispi Cabbage with Miso, Spanish layered crispy Potatoes and a banging Salt Room Dry Aged Hereford Sirloin. Typically Spanish Basque style you can elect to have the food served as it’s cooked, a stream of terracotta dishes filled with sumptuous flavours each delighting the palate. The Potkiln is currently our ‘go to’ restaurant, we can be sure of the consistent quality, fabulous service and warm and inviting environment. 11/10
   

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    Oliver

    London

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 8, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5

    As a relative local, I’m hesitant to share this review as I want to keep this gem to myself and always be sure they have a table free. It is unbelievably good in all dimensions.
    

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