I'm not from there but we are fairly regular visitors. For good pub grub and a nice ambience we always visit The Duchess of Cambridge pub opposite the castle. Gorgeous steak sandwiches and the like.
My family are meeting my sister’s family in Windsor for a wander round. We then want to go for somewhere to eat, nothing too fancy but not a chain, maybe a gastronpub or similar. We’re happy to drive, so anyone any ideas?
I'm not from there but we are fairly regular visitors. For good pub grub and a nice ambience we always visit The Duchess of Cambridge pub opposite the castle. Gorgeous steak sandwiches and the like.
Two brewers pub by the entrance to the park. Good food and beer, traditional place with alcoves that provide natural social distancing.
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If you can bring yourself to cross the M4 to the 'dark side', my old home town, then Tummies bistro near Burnham train station used to be very good, not been for a good few years, but reviews still look good
If you’re willing to drive then The Boathouse at Boulters Lock is a nice place with lovely views across the river.
Or there are some pubs in Bray - The Hinds Head is nice. Basically between Windsor and Maidenhead.
Thatched Tavern at Cheapside is good. Well placed for a stroll in the Great Park but a short drive from Windsor. Also the Fox and Hounds is decent for the same reason, on the other side of the Park a little nearer Windsor.
Used to work for Mars, this was a regular meeting venue - lovely place.
Have a look at The Old Hatchet https://www.oldhatchet.co.uk
Our favourite local and have never been disappointed, Camille and her crew really know how to make a great pub.
Burgers are divine, the steak & kidney pudding is amazing (ask for the ratatouille to be swapped for veg, and swap the mash for chips!)
We are there every 2 weeks without fail.
Equally you could go to The Crown in Bray, Heston's cheaper one - we prefer the hatchet though, however this is also very nice & quite a nice treat for everyone meeting up.
Or Bluegrass if you fancy something different & BBQ based, in Windsor itself.
Don Beni is a lovely Italian in Eton High Street or a couple of doors up one of the best curry houses in the area ( Golden Curry ) another Italian in Old Windsor called Puntos very good also. I know not Gastro pubs but some alternatives for you.
The Green Oak in oakley green Windsor isnt too far. Or Gilbeys in Eton. Both nice and local.
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Côte. French restaurant on the river. Not to expensive but great food
But Cote is a chain..
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Another option if you are prepared to drive away from Windsor is The Barley Mow on Englefield Green (towards Egham). Lovely outlook, indoor and outdoor dining and the ‘Sunday’ roast is the best I’ve had.
Wow, thanks for all the responses. Lots to research
I live just outside Windsor. I see you have some good suggestions already mentioned. There is also Cattle Grid in the Central Station which I really like as a relaxed place for some food and a beer.
Interesting, since I started doing my own I’ve never rated the ones from Bodeans, Blues or Bluegrass.
Might have to look this place up.
Edit - just looked at it, always dismissed as too commercial. If there is a smoker on-site I’d be amazed, cooked offsite and reheated on I’m guessing.
No Brisket, pulled pork only in a bun, no platter. Menu seems a bit disjointed - perhaps why I’ve never been!
Welcome to come over and try mine, then decide on ribs
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Last edited by Mj2k; 23rd June 2021 at 16:36.
Definitely, it's great.
We weren't too impressed with the ribs at Cattle Grid either. Ribs are far better in our experience, over the bridge, at Flaming Cow... however, a this is typical grease joint, burger/ribs/hot dogs/chips and probably not suitable for a family get together for the OP!
OP, given you're going to be in central Windsor, consider Sebastians Italian if you and don't mind making a reservation (it's always very busy).
Last edited by cman; 23rd June 2021 at 20:49.
Ah yes forgot about Flaming Cow, although only ever had their burgers. Agree on it not being a nice family place for a meal!
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Thanks everyone for the responses - we've booked a table at The Duchess of Cambridge.