The Herd

I went here on a rare kid-free evening with my wife. We went straight from work, so early evening but even then there was a decent enough hubbub about the place We went there on the reputation of its steaks, and were not disappointed. Before you order a meat platter is presented to you, showing the array of cuts and meats on offer, including specials such as kangaroo. This is a good start, as you get to see the size of the porterhouse and tomahawk steaks! We both went for a sirloin, mine with a cajun rub and hers with a simple salt and pepper rub - we both declined any sauces. These are cooked to your liking over an open fire in the restaurant itself. I asked for medium and got a perfectly-cooked, succulent, tender steak with just enough rub to be noticed but not to overpower the steak. My wife was similarly impressed with her medium-rare. After that outstanding steak, if I'm honest the sticky toffee pudding that followed was merely excellent. The decor of the restaurant is a sort of contemporary rustic charm, with some rather interesting feature chairs around larger tales. Parking is best done at the large municipal car park just next door, which is free after 18:00 and offers a lovely view of the Lamborghini, Bentley and Aston Martin showrooms opposite!

FigbatN

We had a lovely meal at The Elephant, Pangbourne just before Christmas. There is parking at the site and nearby. I use a wheelchair and there is excellent wheelchair access to the restaurant. There is very attractive Indian decor and I liked the atmosphere of the place immediately. The menu is very varied. The wine menu was very difficult to read as the writing was very small. The room is quite dimly lit. The service was charming. Sharing platter looked very good. Husband and I had crab and lobster cake. For mains the lamb fillet was pronounced excellent and the half lobster looked good, but a finger bowl was really needed. I chose risotto which is always my favourite. The dessert was a baked cheesecake (a particular favourite of mine) everyone wanted a taste though!!!!!

GingkoN

We also ate in the Herd restaurant. Great concept of cooking the steaks in the old fire place in front of you. Great food theatre. Food was beautifully presented and the waiting staff were very knowledgable and pleasant. Restaurant was full and had a good atmosphere. Also went to the bar for a couple of Gins and again staff were working hard and engaging with customers.

DwarfyN

We have now been twice and are too worried to tell anyone else about it in case we can't get a table! The steaks were cooked to perfection - four of us had our steaks cooked to different levels and all arrived on the table at the same time and were perfectly cooked to each individuals taste. Staff efficient and attentive - the evening couldn't have been better.

BabsyT

Had a wonderful time at the Elephant, I met one of the Chefs called Claudio from Romania. I was so impressed by the quality of food and service, I recommended this restaurant to my friends and family. Since then my daughters best friend celebrated her Grandmother's birthday there. Excellent! Thank you Claudio for such a wonderful meal. :)

SimoneJ

Best steak ever cooked over wood BBQ, rosemary and garlic rub, very tender and tasty, not had one as good as this for a long time, was here a few months ago and still the best. Beer also exceptional and service fantastic, chef and waiters very keen and friendly.

StephenB

We have just returned home from what we can say was an excellent meal. The steak was cooked to perfection by a very friendly female chef. We had a really good waitress and considering it was only her third shift, she did a great job, we be back very soon!

GoddpetN

Amazing food, delicious steak and sauces. Cooked to perfection. Great service very attentive staff. Restaurant was very quiet but was Easter Monday evening !

HellothereeeN

Very nice relaxed atmosphere and very good steaks, all had the Fillet which was cooked perfectly. Look forward to my next visit.

ConnorN