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'the chef's dozen' is now closed. 
We would like to thank everyone for your support over our two year tenancy. We are very proud to have achieved, in the past two years, a listing in the Michelin Guide, a 5-star review in the Birmingham Mail and also feel incredibly privileged to have finished at the top of Warwickshire on TripAdvisor -  a position we held for most of our tenure (thank you to every one who took the time to review us).  We look forward to feeding you in our future projects in the region.  


"Richard Craven is a chef who possesses some talent and speaks with a distinctive voice – his is food I long to eat again.

 His wife Solanche is exemplary front-of-house – charming, informed, friendly and efficient. 
What a wonderful discovery."
   *****

Paul Fulford, Birmingham Mail

The Chef’s Dozen specialises in imaginative seasonal British foodstuffs. Our signature menu comprises of twelve seasonal options - ‘the chef’s dozen’ - with a carefully chosen wine and beer selection. We've stripped back some of the unnecessary restaurant fuss to concentrate on good value and big flavours with relaxed and welcoming service.

 The idea is simple: you choose your own 'tasting menu' from the dozen dishes available rather than the restaurant deciding for you. So if you prefer you can have all savoury courses or how about two puddings?

Opening hours - the 'chef's dozen' menu is available Noon - 2.30pm (Wednesday to Saturday) and 7.00 - 9.00pm. (Tuesday to Saturday) The restaurant is closed Sunday and Monday reopening on Tuesday evening, once the kitchen 'team' has freshly created the week's menu. Please note we only offer five and seven courses on friday and saturday evenings.  thechefsdozen@yahoo.co.uk