Alisdair (2 December 2008)

A lovely experience, really excellent food and friendly service. I started with fish soup, which was served piping hot and was really tasty. For mains I had roast cod wrapped in parma ham, and this unusual combination worked really well. To finish, I had to try the sticky toffee pudding and was not disappointed. My companion had potted prawns, a little unusual and very enjoyable. For her main she opted for a simple whole lemon sole cooked to perfection.

In Christchuech we are spoiled for choice for restaurants, with some really great places opening over the last year. The Ship in Distress stacks up against the best of them, and is well woth a visit.

Ken M (12 November 2008)

This place was a real find. We received a warm welcome into a relaxed and unpretentious atmosphere. The members of staff who were friendly and attentive with no hint of stuffiness, added to our enjoyment. I had the two course fixed price lunch; the fish was as fresh as I've eaten anywhere in the world. It was cooked to perfection, to my taste, and I couldn't find fault with anything that went with it either. The tables were well set with clean cutlery and glasses. Yes, I know they should be, but how often they are not. Add to this a nice glass of wine, which I didn’t feel robbed in paying for, and it all added up to a great meal. It reflects well alongside some of the celebrity chef restaurants I’ve eaten in. Having tasted the set menu, I now want to return to investigate what else they have to offer.