The Silver Cup

We went for Sunday lunch and what a fabulous experience. The food was amazing and the service just brilliant. Some of the best staff we’ve met ever. |I cannot recommend it enough

We had a family lunch and ate off the a la carte menu. It was an all round fabulous experience. The food never fails to deliver - the chef always provides tasty and innovative dishes - supported by a well balanced wine selection. Staff are very friendly and make you feel so welcome - that is why we keep coming back!

A truly exceptional dining experience. Not only the food but the service and atmosphere was perfect. The new à la carte menu is exceptional with daily specials on offer. Everything we chose was incredible. But the scallops and venison were sensational. And all finished off by their signature Snickers Bar dessert which is definitely a must. Cannot thank the team enough for a brilliant birthday lunch. Thank you to Matt, Olivia and the Silver Cup team

We had the Valentine's Day set lunch menu and the food was delicious. The presentation was amazing and the service brilliant. Everything was explained to us in regards to the dishes and recommendations for wines, etc. Definitely worth a visit. We will be back another time.

I loved staying at the Silver Cup, and will stay again if I go to Harpenden. Very nice and welcoming staff, BUT I have to say arriving late was a bit worrying, considering they ask you to confirm if you arrive later than 9 pm. Then it doesn’t help that they don’t respond to email for days, nor do they pick up the phone when you try to call. Nevertheless, very nice to be greeted when you finally arrive 10:30! Sadly, that’s too late for the kitchen (to be expected). Sadly, there’s also no breakfast, but they do provide some good recommendations. Room was spacious and quiet. Bed was good. And did I mention the nice and personal service! Would stay again.

Had excellent bar snacks for two of us on Friday night. Was so impressed immediately booked lunch for 4 of us next day. Cannot recommend highly enough, excellent food and staff.

AVOID AT ALL COST Doesn't even deserve one star. Absolutely the worst place we've stayed in. We had booked three rooms and they were all disgusting. Freezing cold bathroom (even with the towel rail on all night) to the point it was too cold to even consider a bath with broken cracked glass and disgustingly dirty and mouldy window frame, bodged up wood work and missing grouting around the bath with the bath panel loose. Light didn't work. Filthy carpet, plaster and paint peeling off the wall. Weirdly had a little fridge for a tiny milk container but both electric heaters didn't work and the radiator gave out little heat. Bedding awful quality. It's such a disappointment as the pub itself was quite nice and the staff friendly but the management need to take a long hard look at the accommodation. At £100 a night paid upfront with no breakfast is an absolute joke. If there'd been anyone on site when we left we would have asked for a refund.

My husband and I spent a long weekend at this lovely local pub, visiting family and it was an absolute gem. The staff were warm, attentive, and wonderfully intuitive. Striking the perfect balance of professionalism and friendliness, everyone went out of their way to make us feel comfortable and supported through what was quite an emotional weekend. The food was equally impressive, a real highlight; hearty, well-prepared dishes with a stylish twist, all very reasonably priced. Every meal felt thoughtfully put together and full of flavour. The rooms were clean, cosy, and ideal for a relaxed stay, but it was the genuine hospitality and quality of Olivia, Matthew and their whole Team that truly made the experience memorable. A fabulous place, we would return to without hesitation. Thank you again, Olivia.

In all my years traveling to the London area, this was my first traditional English Pub experience. Great food, drink selection, and atmosphere. Can't recommend it enough. Literally the best food in town!

I eat here regularly. The interior is more like a restaurant than a pub. It has new management and the interior has been renovated to a high standard. The food is also of a very high standard and Sunday lunch is a real treat. Wine list is limited but good value. Excellent choice of beers and cocktails. There is an outside seating area but next to a main road which can be busy. Location next to Harpenden Common is pleasant.

We stayed here at the recommendation of a colleague. Got in late due to traffic, and too tired to venture out so hit up the pub for dinner. WOW! Serendipitous! Highly recommend the octopus salad and the burgers (insanely delicious). Great ambiance (decorated for the holidays). Stop by for a bite and a pint - you won't be dissapointed!