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Hollywood - The Cat & Fiddle restaurant
6.6

The Cat & Fiddle

  • Hollywood
  • $$
  • Casual
  • Food
    great
  • Vibe
    great
  • Perks
    great

Food: Dishing up inconsistent delight

While The Cat & Fiddle’s menu cleverly improvises with traditional favorites, the satisfaction can feel like a coin toss. Their Fish n Chips wins hearts, and the Scotch Egg and Vegan Shepherds Pie earn praise. But, experiences swing between exceptional zest and flat disappointments, and do not always deliver on freshness or portion sizes.

  • Very Creative

    Artful culinary creations ideal for sharing, highlighting authenticity and originality.

  • Okay Taste

    Some dishes exceptionally good, others not meeting expectations, overall decent.

  • Bad Value

    Pub prices too high for beers and sandwiches; lacks deals.

Top 3 dishes at The Cat & Fiddle

  1. 1

    Fish n Chips 🏆

    Often described as the best, with perfectly crispy, delicious batter.

    Fish n Chips dish
  2. 2

    Scotch Egg

    Scotch egg's flavorful sausage and crispy exterior stand out.

    Scotch Egg dish
  3. 3

    Vegan Shepherds Pie

    Delicious, hearty, and satisfying even for non-vegans; perfect seasoning.

    Vegan Shepherds Pie dish

Vibe: Breezy aura with equivocal pulse

The vibe is charisma, with an undeniable appeal in its intimate settings, riveting live entertainment and cozy outdoor patio. The menu excels with an impressive list of crafted drinks, whiskey enthusiasts in particular would feel at home. However, the buzz resets to a tepid standstill often, as service stumbles now and then.

  • Great Drinks

    Impressive range of crafted cocktails, premium wines, and draft beers.

  • Okay Buzz

    Good for trivia and bites, but service affects the mood.

  • No Views

    Alley-backed dining room can negatively impact overall ambiance for some.

Perks: Friendly fur, but hazy harmonies

There's a lot that's endearing about The Cat and Fiddle, like their open-heart approach to pets and their capability to handle large gatherings. However, the parking woes, mixed experiences with noise indoors and out, and a not-so-impressive reservations management can potentially be bothersome aspects.

  • Great For Groups

    Efficiently accommodates large groups with great food and vibrant atmosphere.

  • Okay To Hear

    Covers open and closed areas; noise levels vary depending on space.

  • Bad Service

    Customers repeatedly frustrated by slow service and inattention.