24th March 2011 - The Lawns Hotel, 8 Station Road, Holt
We had never yet used the Lawns and had received mixed views of its qualities. Having found our way to the bar following a rather circuitous route we were presented with menus and Gill found a table for two whilst I ordered drinks. We both decided on Chilean wines with Gill having a Chardonnay and I had a glass of Merlot. We sat in an empty bar while the few others who were there were either in the garden or conservatory. It was quite a warm day and we preferred the coolness of the bar area. It had a pleasantly agreeable atmosphere helped by various nooks and crannies.
The menu had only one main vegetarian dish so Gill ordered a cheddar cheese and pickle sandwich with salad and chips and I ordered calves liver and bacon served with a thick sauce together with French beans on a bed of mashed potato. The liver and sauce were particularly tasty and I enjoyed the meal very much. Gill less so as the cheese was a bit bland and she had too many chips. The meals were well presented and the service was efficient if lacking a little in cordiality.
We were pleased to have experienced the Lawns and will return despite the choice of musak.
We had enjoyed our lunch, I more than Gill, in pleasing surroundings. The bill came to £23, including drinks, and seemed fair value for money.
Rating: 16/20
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