We visited ‘The Fox Pub’ with a large party rather than alone which gave us perhaps a different perspective of the pub than most patrons would have when dining with one or two other persons. We were worried that dining with a larger party would prohibit us from really getting a good ‘feel’ for what The Fox has to offer. However, we found that being with a large party allowed for The Fox to showcase their ‘large party’ juggling skills and give insight as to whether or not they have the ability and are prepared to accommodate multiple persons ordering drinks and food at the same time.
The inside of the restaurant has a pleasant English feel to it; lots of beautiful wood tables and accents, a long bar with thousands and thousands of dollars worth of alcohol for the drinking (English men love their alcohol of course!), friendly inviting sofa seating area at the front, and a welcoming helpful staff.
We had one waitress who took orders from and served all of us. Although she seemed flustered at times, she really held her own. She remembered everything that was needed by each person (that we could see) and was quick to make adjustments to orders and replenish drinks. The only ‘issue’ per say that we had with ordering was a couple salads/appetizers did not quite make it out prior to the main course(s) being served. This resulted in the canceling of said salads/appetizers. We do not fault the waitress for this of course. And because our party was so large, it’s hard to place blame on the kitchen staff whom we’re sure was working extremely hard to get all food out for our large party and all the other occupied tables in the restaurant in a timely manner. No restaurant is perfect.
We personally ordered the filet with chips (thick cut french fries), and Bombay chicken for our main courses. Both were exceptionally tasty. The portions, at least for the Bombay chicken, could have been a bit larger, more rice or veggies perhaps? Regardless, the food was enjoyable and worth ordering again. Everyone seemed pleased with their meals (the chicken pot pie seemed to be VERY popular among everyone) and not a complaint was heard once bellies were full.
Because we’re new to restaurant reviewing, we did not record the prices on the menu to relay back to you all. We know to do so in the future. If we were to guess from memory, everything was moderately priced, not inexpensive unfortunately but not too expensive either. Entrees were from about $11.00-$20.00(ish) and many come with sides (that’s a plus!).
In case anyone didn’t know, The Fox has a downstairs area where you’ll find a grand round table with inlaid swords, a few couches, flat screens, and more! It’s perfect for throwing a celebration party or gathering! We ‘heard’ that it’s only $25.00 to rent! WOW! Don’t quote us on that, but that’s what we’ve been told to be true.
We highly recommend ‘The Fox Pub’ to anyone looking for something ‘different’ than your basic bar and grill. The menu is unique as is the ambiance and overall experience of dining there. Give it a try and let us know what you think!
Ps. We also hear they have an English Bulldog as a ‘mascot’ that you can find skateboarding outside from time to time. Now THAT is the epitome of ‘cool’!
***Pictures borrowed from 'The Fox' Facebook page***
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8 comments:
I think the Fox is great. Best Prime Rib in town. The fried candy bar is to die for.
My wife and I loved it. It was a different atmosphere and menu, not the same old, same old! We will be back.
Loved it! unique and great food.
Also realize that The Fox has lunch specials everyday starting at 6.99. They also have dinner specials every night, pub trivia, live entertainment, fresh desserts, many local suppliers, and relish for pure customer satisfaction. There is no place in Anderson that comes close to John and his staff. I regularly dine with them multiple times a week, can't be beat!
This is the real deal folks! The food was amazing, I had ribeye steak and my girl had the fish special.She said it was very tasty & fresh, and it was presented nicely on the plate. The steak was the best I've had in Anderson so far, and a good size at that. Their Mac and cheese was crazy good. Next time we go there thats all I'm getting a giant vat of that! The place is pretty nice to look at too. I've never been to Europe but if this is close, I like it! The service was great too. They really seemed to care about us and our food, and even though they were pretty busy they kept checking up on us. Oh, and very nice looking too! Overall we liked it alot and will be making it one of our regular haunts.
My wife and I ate at The Fox this Saturday. We loved the atmosphere. I was disappointed that the item I choose was no longer being served but is still on the menu (as was my second choice). I settled on the Fish and Chips and was pleased with my fish, but the fries were still frozen in the middle. I was brought another order of fries which were at least done. My wife described her shepards pie as OK. One disturbing thing was that the drink my wife ordered was listed as $4 on the wine list, but when we got our tab it was not on the tab but a drink that cost twice as much was. When I asked the waiter he said that "there was no button" for the drink that my wife ordered and that he would fix it. That hardly seemed like a valid excuse for charging us twice what the drink was supposed to be.
I absolutely love The Fox but you have to realize like other restaurants, it does have its occasional "off night". I've found this generally happens due to new staff who simply don't know the ropes (or the Menu!) yet or they are training a new chef. I wouldn't give the restaurant a hard time for that -- because its true character is how it fixes these problems. Always with genuine concern, a smile, and a promise to fix it. Just speak up! Even on one of those bad nights... I have yet to walk out of there feeling like I wasn't taken care of. But they can't take care of whatever it is if you don't say something. Like "anonymous" said above... the waiter fixed the bill as soon as it was brought to his attention. He was new, couldn't find the button, didn't realize it was on the menu. Was it the best excuse? No... but you can bet he never makes that mistake again! Oh... and to the original poster who said the Bombay Chicken was a little light on the rice... that's true... if that is the only item you are getting. Something to note, though: I find the portion perfect for the nights you want to sample an appetizer and make it all the way to dessert. The other entrees are just too copious to stand up to that without a doggie bag! :)
Not recommended. My wife and I, with a large group from our church, had dinner one Friday evening in February. We were seated downstairs with 14 other people. My wife and I ordered the prime rib and waited, and waited and waited. All the other guests had finished their main course and were ordering desert before we ever received our dinner. The waitress said nothing, not one word - no apology, nothing. The prime rib was disappointing, full of fat and very thin. With that many people they should have had another person serving the guests. I will never go back nor will I ever recommend it to my friends.
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