Miller & Carter Aylesbury

Our first visit to Miller and Carter and not sure we would rush back. 2.5 hours to do 3 courses is just a tad too long for our liking. Ordered a large g and t which we specifically requested only had a smidge of t arrived with the gin drowning and gasping for life. Initially told there was nothing to be done to rectify but on the 2nd time of asking they kindly took it off the bill. Starters were good, burrata and calmari Calamari was crispy not greasy and not over cooked. Main of chateau briand requested medium rare but a sizeable chunk was bleu. Good flavour on the steak and bearnaise sauce, baby pots were good too. The onion loaf we would ditch from the menu along with the lettuce wedge (don't see the point of the wedge). Onion loaf is a flabby, soggy, greasy cold replacement for Onion rings. We discovered its because its made with gluten free flour as is the chocolate brownie which sticks to your teeth like a rabbit trying to eat a banana. We get the need to cater for dietary requirements but for the % of people who are celiac don't punish everyone else as a result especially on bought in items. Harith our waiter was great, good rapport with customers, happy and confident and he rescued what could have been a really disappointing evening.

The service and care was impeccable, the food options were plentiful and the food was presented really well, portion sizes were good and the food was cooked to perfection. Our booth was comfortable and our waiter/waitresses looked after us really well. My diners were looked after with a full gluten free menu and a child's menu. The staff were patient and knowledgeable.