The Cow and Calf, Grenoside

Called in couple of times recently, November and just before Christmas after a harrowing shop at meadowhell. Both times a very pleasant experience, Sam Smiths, my favourite tipple anyway, well kept. Staff were smashing, friendly, chatty, log fire burning away and if there was ever a crowd of locals that could hire themselves out as entertainment, this lot must be them. Really made us off-comers feel included. Southener friend couldn't believe that you could get 4 pints, crisps and still have change from a tenner.

19 Jan 2009 08:42

The White Horse, Emley

Passed this pub many a time and kept saying must call in soon. Did that last week and very pleasantly surprised, has an atmosphere that many of the local pubs in this area fail to achieve. Friendly and welcoming, but still retains that locals feeling, if you know what I mean, plus an excellent range of Ossett beers. Good choice of food from either barmeal or restaurant. We went for the restaurant. Prices at top end of similar nearby pub restaurants, but the food is a class above and well worth every penny. Excellent meal, brilliant service and fantastic choice, even for the veggy wife. Will be going back, already telling friends and colleagues how good it was. Well done chef and staff, had a lovely evening.

19 Jan 2009 08:29