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The Spotgate Inn

Hilderstone Road, Stone ST15 8RP, England
01889 505277
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Ranked #9 of 31 restaurants in Stone
Price range: RM3 - RM3
Cuisines: English
Dining options: Reservations
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Dining options: Reservations
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Stone, United Kingdom
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12 reviews 12 reviews
12 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 May 2013

Rather confused by the recent post by GEMSYYY - having been to this location -I know the prices and believe me -you were undercharged, at £26-for 1 starter, 2 maind and 3 drinks is not possible. I know the main course on sunday is £11.25 (expensive), two courses on a sunday are £14.45 -this makes £25.7 - and then for... More

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Stoke on Trent
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Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 April 2013 via mobile

Visited for Sunday lunch and it was lovely. £26 for 1 starter, 2 mains and 3 drinks. The carriages offer a nice relaxed atmosphere plus good service. I eat out very reguarly in this area and never see starters or desserts priced under £5, the spotgate had a selection of both priced at £2.60. Why people are complaining about the... More

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Stoke-on-Trent, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 April 2013

We've been here before but not for several years, so we knew what to expect regarding the train carriages but not the food. The food and service were both excellent. The head waiter, who I assume is the owner, couldn't have been more helpful and friendly. The four of us had 3 courses each, the scallops were excellent. The steak,... More

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Staffordshire
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1 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 April 2013

My goats cheese, beetroot and walnut salad had no beetroot and one walnut in, the main meals were disappointing and the train carriage sweaty, packed and made service very slow

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Newcastle-under-Lyme, United Kingdom
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12 restaurant reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 April 2013

A friend and I decided to go here on the spur of the moment, what a treat! The Pullman carriages are wonderfully presented and evoke a great atmosphere, that of grandeur, elegance and privacy. The staff were very attentive and ensured the evening was pleasant and all our needs met. This goes far beyond a gimmick; the food was wonderful,... More

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Staffordshire
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 April 2013

My wife took me for a surprise meal on 12th April 2013, and it did not disappoint. Our table was in a private dining compartment at the rear of the Pub where two large train carriages from yesteryear have been seamlessly added. There are other areas of the train carriages that are more like a communal dining area. These are... More

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Stoke-on-Trent, England, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 April 2013 via mobile

We try somewhere new for every birthday and this year I choose the spot gate and was not disappointed. on arrival the staff were wonderful could not make you feel anymore welcome than they did. After having pre meal drinks in the fire and candle light bar we were taken to our train carriage, which was wonderful was better than... More

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Stoke-on-Trent, United Kingdom
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8 reviews 8 reviews
4 restaurant reviews
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6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 April 2013

I've been to the Spot Gate Inn several times over twenty years! The Pullman train carriages at the back of the restaurant provide an authentic ambience to your dining out experience. What ever the celebration or just a quality meal the Spot Gate never fails. There's always an excellent choice on the menu and an extensive wine menu, the house... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 April 2013

Great service and lovely food. Went in carriages with the children and they loved it. Menu. Has changed since last visit , so a nice change.

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Stoke-on-Trent, United Kingdom
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 March 2013

Would only book in the train in the seperate carriage, the other seating makes it very hard to have a private conversation! Food very basic and tasteless, not on our list to rush back to

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