The Alford Arms in Dacorum

I highly recommend this pub for food. The roast dinner is one of the best and the desserts are good too! Staff were friendly and efficient and we didn't feel too rushed despite the fact it was busy when we arrived. Would definitely eat here again.

Been coming here for around 20 years and it's always had fab food, drinks, a great atmosphere whatever the season and friendly staff. Menu changes regularly - my usual go-to is the bubble and squeak which is divine, but everything - including this salmon - are great. If you are in the area, do go there.

I love the setting and was excited to dine with a friend new to the area. I follow the different menus on social media and know that the chef uses in season produce. Service was slow and clunky, food choices limited for veggie options. Food is divine. Portions help you maintain a great waistline

We used to live around Frithsden over 10 years ago and this was our favourite pub. We recently visited for my wife's birthday and were not disappointed. The ambiance, friendliness and quality of the food haven't changed and that's a very good thing. There's a focused menu which must make it easier to ensure quality.My only criticism is that first choice of dish was not quite ready yet so I had to choose an alternative. Disappointing that the chef hadn't quite got things ready for the start of lunch service, but the fall back choice was still excellent.There were 3 or 4 choices of ale on tap and a good selection of wine. Desserts sounded nice but unfortunately neither of us had room!We will definitely revisit!

Amazing food and atmosphere, very professional staff.

What a lovely little cosy pub. True countryside feel with a beautiful quiet setting too. Service was good and good was decent too. Beer choices were good. Definitely with visiting or taking a break during the long walk around Trying. Loved it.

We enjoyed our food - but it didn't live up to expectations which were high due to previous reviews. Service was fine- wouldn't be in a hurry to return.I had the beef blade and my wife had the mackerel and a spiced banana cake for dessert. We had lunch on a Friday at 2pm.

Second visit to Alford Arms and it was as good as ever. The good is exceptional, faultless. Staff are lovely and the atmosphere is nice too. Looking forward to summer so I can have the incredible food sitting in their outside seating area.

Unless you are from the area this little gem is not something that you'll stumble across outside of reviews and recommendations. It's understated exterior contrasts to the warm, homely feel presented once you walk through the doors. Nice décor, friendly staff and a layout which feels cosey without intruding on other diners.We came for the food, well lunch and it was very nice. Warm Rustic Breads with the usual accompaniment of vinegar and oil, enhanced by a serving of roasted garlic 😋.Starters was Cornish mackerel with cucumber linguine. It was delicious, light, fresh and not a mouthful was wasted. The Bubble N Squeak (which I'm not a fan of) was a marvel. Was it the smoked bacon and/or the poached egg partnership that made this sing? I'm not sure but quite honestly, I'm now a convert 👏🏾For mains we both had confit pork belly with creamy mash. Not a lump in sight for the tongue to stumble upon and the pork was wonderfully succulent without being fatty and the cracking had and impressive snap to it. Not a morsel was left on either plate. Bravo team.So why only 3 star's you ask? Well, parking is an issue but that's not really the real crux. The service needs some work. Rustic Breads arrive but no side plates for another 5 minutes. After clearing starters away, new cutlery was provided but laid bare on the wooden table. I'd expect new serviettes to be paid down and cutlery placed on top of them. Finally, although food was wonderful, I felt that the choices were a little limited but that's a little critical on my part.Overall, this place is good and if the small service points are resolved this place will be great and deserved of 4 or 5 stars (assuming food stays consistent) 🙏🏽

Lovely cozy atmosphere and very nice food. The perfect pub to start or end a nice walk in the Chilterns