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The Rubbing House

Langley Vale, Epsom KT18 5LJ, England
01372 745050
Ranked #22 of 52 restaurants in Epsom
3.5 of 5 stars 34 Reviews
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London, United Kingdom
1 review
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 May 2012 NEW

I will keep this short. The food was OK (nothing to shout home about), but the service was absolutely awful. The waitress was rude. I could forgive them the dirty knife, forgotten drinks order and being left for 15 minutes after our main course with no offer of a final course, but I can't forgive the rudeness of the waitress,... More

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2 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2012 NEW

I ordered the battered prawn special and a rare sirloin with creamy mushroom sauce.Service was prompt and polite, the view was fantastic; I was seated in the window looking out over the racecourse. The starter was perfect, crispy, succulent and well presented, my (large) glass of wine fantastic, full, not too tart. The main was a disappointing, the moment my... More

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London, United Kingdom
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 May 2012

really fabulous location, food is a bit second rate alas! But it's OK for kids and big groups, not so good for couples or if you want a nice meal out for a special occasion. However, it's fine for lunch on a sunny day with all the family. More

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Epsom, United Kingdom
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1 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 May 2012
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Our visit was made on the 9th May 2012. Firstly they have changed brewers and the Fullers London Pride has been removed from their selection of Bitters. Secondly my Rib eye steak was chewy, tasteless and had a considerable amount of gristle. Thirdly I ordered an apple and blackberry pie with custard, the pastry enclosing the pie was soft, doughy,... More

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London, United Kingdom
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 May 2012

Excellent service with an attentive waiter. The food was a fair price but really just average pub food. The atmosphere was spoilt by some loud drunks on the next table More

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Banstead, United Kingdom
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10 reviews 10 reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 April 2012

Very good menu with some differant dishs available. Good location and nice outside area, can get very busy but food is always good More

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London, United Kingdom
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 April 2012

The Rubbing house is a real gem with a unique location within Epsoms downs racecourse. There is a wide and varied menu which is updated regularly. The food is always first class and the service is always friendly. Well worth a visit. More

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Banstead, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 April 2012

Love this place, the food is fab, good variety and very good quality. More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 March 2012

I booked this before reading the damning reviews. The car park was heaving and I didn't think we would get in. On walking through the door we were greeted by a pleasant waitress who immediately sat us at a table for four. We had an extremely efficient waiter who took drink and food orders within a minute of us sitting... More

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London, United Kingdom
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7 reviews 7 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 March 2012

If your a racing fanatic, you cannot beat the Rubbing House for location! Situated on the Epsom Racecourse, the Rubbing House serves brilliant British food with friendly staff. Perfect for summer afternoon drinks More

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