The Plough, Cobham

More of a restaurant than a pub these days, the Plough specialises in steaks. It's a fairly upper class establishment. Arriving from the car park, we were welcomed by some smartly dressed young staff. I sensed that instead of being asked what we would like to drink, we were about to be asked if we'd reserved a table or at least if we would be dining with them. So, I pre-empted any possible questions with one of my own - we're just here for a drink if that is ok?! The solitary real ale is Side Pocket For A Toad. Off to the left of the bar is an open kitchen along with a fridge containing various large slabs of steak, along with a couple of rooms for dining. To the right is a more traditional feeling snug. Although the furniture appears to have been mostly stripped out just leaving what looks like it is being used as a waiting area for dining tables. There is also a pleasant outdoor area to the front, that overlooks the car park. A couple of old boys were drinking pints outside, with a few more punters who looked more like diners. Our visit was early on a Saturday evening, but we did observe one young couple arrive for steak with a pampered pooch that was being carried in, rather than walked. As steak prices go, they looked quite reasonable. If you did fancy a steak, this may not be a bad place to come, especially since you can have a real ale to accompany it. However, as a pub, it doesn't really pass muster any more.

Official site of The Plough - www.theploughinncobham.co.uk

Official site of The Plough - www.theploughinncobham.co.uk