Gavin (10 December 2009)

I enjoyed a lovely Sunday lunch with the family. The Harrow has a lovely feel to it. We warmed ourselves by the log fire but were initially perturbed by the adjacent fruit machine, but were assured that when the contract is up, it's going. We ate in the conservatory, where there was a real pre Christmas buzz. There were quite a few impeccably behaved kids tucking in to the above average children's menu - the chicken nuggets are prepared from chicken, rather than the mechanically recovered rubbish served elsewhere. My beef was spot on, thick cut, still pink and full of flavour. The other half's whole sea bass on a bed of spice noodles really hit the spot too. The staff is welcoming and efficient and apologised in advance for any delay - the place was almost full and nearly everyone arrived at the same time.

The thick cut chips were the size of roofing joists and were cooked to perfection. They also demolished the chocolate fudge cake and profiteroles before exploring the large garden while we finished our drinks at the bar. Then home to watch Chelsea humble the L'Arsenal 0-3. I had a perfect afternoon. Post match we were forced to play a game of Cluedo, inspired by the dining location. The conservatory and Mrs White the cook were again faultless. It was Prof Plum in the hall with the candlestick what dunnit it.

We'll definitely be back soon and can't wait for the summer to try the new barbecue area.