Axe & Cleaver

It's a nice pub but they only take card! We were there for a gathering recently, ordered drinks at the bar and was faced with some embarrassment as we only had cash on us! A member of our party had their card so it was alright in the end, but it's irked me! There were a lot of us, 50 or more of us, and at least a dozen only had cash. It's a growing trend to withdraw cash and make budgets at the start of each month, dividing amounts into budgeting wallets, it's grown in popularity as it helps some people actually have something left at the end of the month and be more conscious of what you're actually spending. I'm not sure I buy the explanations of going cashless to save the pub money, surely it costs more, I've worked in several businesses where you actually pay fees to the card service provider! I don't know whether this is a pub decision or a brewery decision, but I can only suspect that it actually only saves them time not having to cash up nightly and make bank run deposits. It wouldn't put me off coming here, we've been here loads and loads, we'd just be better prepared next time. But it seems ever so slightly discriminatory towards people who are unable to pay with card or who may not have a debit card.

Had lunch with family at the Axe and Cleaver the last week in August, following a birthday. Not been there for at least a year. It appears to be under new management. The menu much improved, along with the chef. Had a very good lunch, the food was delicious. The sea bass was outstanding. Good service. Let's hope it stays that way.

As a family, we really love this restaurant and have been visiting for many years. We decided to book a evening meal on the spur of the moment and we were so glad we did. The evening was top notch. The food was excellent, the staff were attentive and lovely and the atmosphere was cozy. Such a lovely evening. Well recommended. A good varied menu of food and drink. Definitely one of our favourite places to dine out. Thank you.