Phill Urquhart
09/03/2023
It is the night before our daughters fly back to their cities of residence, so a perfect opportunity to go out for a bite!
We sat down and chatted out our options, and what each of us felt like eating (A common dilemma!) and through previous experience and some recommendations we came up with The Stables in Richmond.
When we entered the venue we were greeted by a busy room, with a few people standing around enjoying their after work drinks. A good jovial atmosphere.
There were also plenty of staff, and we were seated promptly.
Once drinks were ordered we settled down to peruse the menu, and found a number of items which suited our moods for the night.
Pork Ribs - These were very tender (perhaps a little too soft) and the sauce could have been a little sweeter, but overall these were enjoyed and the plate was left only containing bones. The side was a coleslaw.
Smoked Chicken and Mushroom Carbonara - This was delicious. The pasta seemed to be made in the kitchen, and was cooked to perfection. The chicken and mushroom was flavoured well and cooked nicely. Perhaps a little more sauce, but this is a personal preference.
Chicken Salad - This was a child sized serving, but was ample for an early 20s lady! The salad was really good with some amazing flavour and fresh vegetables. The chicken was cooked and flavoured well.
Southern Chicken with Potatoes fried in Duck fat - The chicken was cooked well, being nice and moist, and the southern coating was good with a bit of fire from the pepper. The potatoes were a star of the night with all having a taste and smiling at the experience.
We also had a seafood platter - this consisted of 4 Mussels, cooked well. A cold smoked salmon fillet. Salt and Pepper Calamari. Prawns in a seafood mayonnaise. Deep fried fish and a couple of sauces. This was a great starter with everything cooked well and with fresh produce.
Overall it was a good pub meal experience. The price was good and the food was good. We will be back!