What should I order at The Goods Shed?
The Goods Shed
Jerusalem artichoke
Specifically highlighted as a favorite dish, praised for its creativity and use of fresh, local produce.
Pasta with crab
Mentioned as a particularly loved dish that showcases the restaurant's skill in balancing flavors and using fresh, seasonal ingredients.
Crispy pork on green salad
Noted for being delicious and exemplifying the restaurant’s commitment to local sourcing and quality preparation.
Fish dishes
Fish is repeatedly praised for being fresh, perfectly cooked, and well-seasoned, making seafood a standout option.
Hours
| Monday | Closed |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 9 AM to 11 PM |
| Wednesday | 9 AM to 11 PM |
| Thursday | 9 AM to 11 PM |
| Friday | 9 AM to 11 PM |
| Saturday | 9 AM to 11 PM |
| Sunday | 9 AM to 4 PM |
About The Goods Shed
All-day restaurant overlooking daily market, with its own bakery, butchery and an open kitchen.
Amenities & services
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- Onsite services
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Great beer selection
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Great tea selection
- Great wine list
Popular for
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Coffee
- Hard liquor
- Healthy options
- Organic dishes
- Quick bite
- Small plates
- Vegan options
- Vegetarian options
- Wine
Dining options
- Breakfast
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Counter service
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Bar onsite
- Gender-neutral restroom
- Restroom
- Wi-Fi
- Free Wi-Fi
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Historic
- Trendy
- Upscale
Crowd
- Family-friendly
- Groups
- LGBTQ+ friendly
- Tourists
- Transgender safespace
Planning
- Brunch reservations recommended
- Lunch reservations recommended
- Dinner reservations recommended
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
- Credit cards
Children
- Good for kids
- Has changing table(s)
- High chairs
Parking
- Free parking lot
- On-site parking
- Usually plenty of parking
Pets
- Dogs allowed outside
Frequently asked questions
What is The Goods Shed known for?
It is best known for cooking with local produce in a market setting, especially fish dishes, lamb, and seasonal British food. Reviewers often mention the fishmonger below the restaurant, the open kitchen, and dishes like hake, sole, John dory, and lamb saddle.
What dishes are most recommended at The Goods Shed?
Reviewers repeatedly highlight hake, sole, John dory, trout, and lamb, along with desserts like sticky toffee pudding and crumble. Bread with salted butter and the churros with chocolate sauce also come up, though the main praise is for the fish and meat dishes cooked with fresh local ingredients.
What is the atmosphere like at The Goods Shed?
The vibe is lively and unique, with a market below, the restaurant above, and a semi-open kitchen where you can watch the chefs. It suits groups, families, and solo diners, and reviewers describe it as relaxed but busy, especially at lunch and on Friday nights.
Is The Goods Shed good value, and what is the price range?
The price range is £10 to £60, and some reviewers say the menu can look a little high at first. They also say the quality of the local ingredients, portion sizes, and cooking make it feel worth it, especially for dishes like lamb, sole, and desserts such as sticky toffee pudding.
When should you visit The Goods Shed?
Reservations are recommended for brunch, lunch, and dinner, because reviewers note it gets very busy and can be full on Friday nights. If you want the full experience, visit during market hours or at lunch to combine the restaurant with the artisan market, fishmonger, bakery, and outdoor seating.
Is parking available at The Goods Shed?
Yes. Free parking lot, On-site parking, Usually plenty of parking is available.
Does The Goods Shed have vegetarian options?
Yes, The Goods Shed offers vegan options.
Is The Goods Shed kid-friendly?
Yes, The Goods Shed is good for kids.
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