Around half an hour into our visit and before we had even got our food, a member of staff approached to say they had just had a call for a last minute booking for 6 and we would need to be away from the table within 30 minutes. Didn't have a menu and didn't see the need for one. Servicewas great, but nothing can make up for missing the Breakfast Hash. Who pays 5 for coffee, wasnt even the best as it was only like warm. He obviously has as much of a right as us to be there and Im not suggesting he should have been asked to move instead but why sit him at such a big table when that could have been free for your larger booking? The inside is clean, relatively well presented and nicely decorated. She said if we had asked for a jug of hot water we wouldnt have been charged but because it was a cup we were charged!! There are however great views acrossthe Firth of Clyde from the tables next to the rear windows. My partner had the scallops, black pudding, bacon and pea pure and it was out of this world. Who pays 5 for coffee, wasnt even the best as it was only like warm. We finished our first round of food and took our custom to another local business for dessert, coffees etc, though this was not our original plan. I approached the till area only to be scolded at ( stand by the far counter) when eventually someone came and asked if it was take away or sit in.. then as there was a vacant table at the window and ready for customers we asked if poss could we sit there, enroute the girl was then told ( that table has now been reserved) and wanted us to sit by the front door on a dirty table full of other dishes and cutlery.. where we refused and left..very disappointed..Maybe the staff are part time and have no experience with the paying customer but we shant be ever back and will definitely let other know , We normally visit the continental cafe which is far more convenient for us but as a change we though we would try a change HOW WRONG WE WERE.. Lovely lunch. About Menu Music Calendar Contact Us DELIVERY Open Menu Close Menu. When we challenged the service she repeatedly said we are busy and short staffed - which didnt look the case, however even if it was surely attending to a customer who has asked for help is more important than clearing an empty table? It is a little narrow between tables in places. We chose a quiet table in the corner. The inside is clean, relatively well presented and nicely decorated. Didnt have a menu and didnt see the need for one. Won't be back. Had small breakfast instead, which was really nice - especially the square sausage. 5 of us ordered and have to say food was delicious . asked if it was take away or sit in.. then as there was a vacant table at the window and ready for customers we asked if poss could we sit there, enroute the girl was then told ( that table has now been reserved) and wanted us to sit by the front door on a dirty table full of other dishes and cutlery.. where we refused and left..very disappointed.. Fell like I need to start a campaign to bring it back. Detailed Reviews: Reviews order informed by descriptiveness of user-identified themes such as cleanliness, atmosphere, general tips and location information. We were told that we could move to another table in half an hour if one becomes available. I think it is unprofessional to seat a group of 4, take our order and then rush us to finish when the food has not even arrived because youd rather have a slightly bigger party. 3.50 for a medium sized cup of coffee is a bit of a rip off, that's city prices I must say however that the coffee was not that great, being very strong and quite bitter. - See 16 traveler reviews, 24 candid photos, and great deals for Gourock, UK, at Tripadvisor. Visit if passing. Expressed my disappointment and that was greater with a half hearted apology from overworked staff. Then we were charged more than the menu price because they hadnt updated the menu. If the system detects something that potentially contradicts our. Good Brew, Gourock: See 11 unbiased reviews of Good Brew, rated 3.5 of 5 on Tripadvisor and ranked #15 of 20 restaurants in Gourock. Maybe the staff are part time and have no experience with the paying customer but we shant be ever back and will definitely let other know , We normally visit the continental cafe which is far more convenient for us but as a change we though we would try a change HOW WRONG WE WERE.. and efficient, and we weren't rushed to finish up so had a lovely time catching up and enjoying the food, will make an effort to revisit when in the area, charged for decaf then charged another 75p for a milk alternative. The inside is clean, relatively well presented and nicely decorated. It eventually arrived and was unrendered fat with some cous couson the side. Maybe the staff are part time and have no experience with the paying customer but we shant be ever back and will definitely let other know , We normally visit the continental cafe which is far more convenient for us but as a change we though we would try a change HOW WRONG WE WERE..More. Quick service. The food itself was fine, in fact the servings were a little too big and none of our party could finish it. He obviously has as much of a right as us to be there and Im not suggesting he should have been asked to move instead but why sit him at such a big table when that could have been free for your larger booking? Gourock Tourism Gourock Hotels Gourock Bed and Breakfast Gourock Vacation Rentals Gourock Vacation Packages Flights to Gourock When we saw that we had been charged 1.50 for hot water we spoke to the server. We finished our first round of food and took our custom to another local business for dessert, coffees etc, though this was not our original plan. I refused to pay the 1.50 so this was removed (reluctantly) from our bill. I've never known a mixer to be more expensive than the spirit . Honestly, call in here if youre in Gourock or if youre popping over from the holiday village in Dunoon. Detailed Reviews: Reviews order informed by descriptiveness of user-identified themes such as cleanliness, atmosphere, general tips and location information. Maybe the staff are part time and have no experience with the paying customer but we shant be ever back and will definitely let other know , We normally visit the continental cafe which is far more convenient for us but as a change we though we would try a change HOW WRONG WE WERE..More. I refused to pay the 1.50 so this was removed (reluctantly) from our bill. We ordered sundries tomatoe and chilli pasta, it was so dry we couldnt eat it, the salt and chilli chips were dripping in oil. Worked out 5 for 1 coffee. When we saw that we had been charged 1.50 for hot water we spoke to the server. I had a the Cajun chicken mayo ciabatta and the flavour was great. The correct solution is surely to provide an alternative time for the last minute booking. Gourock. Loved it and thank you. Not bad value for money and should I be in the area I would probably return. We were given a choice of2 tables on arrival. Good Brew, Gourock: See 15 unbiased reviews of Good Brew, rated 3 of 5 on Tripadvisor and ranked #18 of 22 restaurants in Gourock. We were told that we could move to another table in half an hour if one becomes available. I think it is unprofessional to seat a group of 4, take our order and then rush us to finish when the food has not even arrived because youd rather have a slightly bigger party. Around half an hour into our visit and before we had even got our food, a member of staff approached to say they had just had a call for a last minute booking for 6 and we would need to be away from the table within 30 minutes. was great, but nothing can make up for missing the Breakfast Hash. 2 tables on arrival. When we challenged the service she repeatedly said we are busy and short staffed - which didnt look the case, however even if it was surely attending to a customer who has asked for help is more important than clearing an empty table? - See 16 traveler reviews, 24 candid photos, and great deals for Gourock, UK, at Tripadvisor. Asked for water 3 times and didn't arrive. Don't get me wrong the food and staff were excellent but when I seen the bill I was horrified.6 a pint 3 vodka 3.30 for a diet coke mixer. Get quick answers from Good Brew staff and past visitors. Around half an hour into our visit and before we had even got our food, a member of staff approached to say they had just had a call for a last minute booking for 6 and we would need to be away from the table within 30 minutes. When we challenged the service she repeatedly said we are busy and short staffed - which didnt look the case, however even if it was surely attending to a customer who has asked for help is more important than clearing an empty table? Wry disappointed will not return and will not recommend!More. Fell like I need to start a campaign to bring it back. The accompanying french fries came in a small cup size portion and to be honestthey were not great either. We hadnt booked and they were extremely busy but the did everything to squeeze us in. This spot scored 4.4 in the Google rating system. After food we caught attention of a waitress to order coffee - she replied 2 minutes and proceeded to clear tables (where no one was waiting for food) and then went behind the counter and still didnt come back to take our coffee order - so we just asked another server for the bill. Not only should Granny Kempock Stone be visited, but also GoodBrew. Gourock Tourism Gourock Hotels Gourock Bed and Breakfast Gourock Holiday Rentals Gourock Packages Flights to Gourock Good Brew; Gourock Attractions Gourock Travel Forum Gourock Pictures . The food was nice but service was shocking. - See 7 traveler reviews, 16 candid photos, and great deals for Gourock, UK, at Tripadvisor. We ordered sundries tomatoe and chilli pasta, it was so dry we couldnt eat it, the salt and chilli chips were dripping in oil. Got impression waitress may have been new? Fell like I need to start a campaign to bring it back. Lunch came, the soup was so thick you could stand a spoon in it so rather than make a fuss we asked for a cup of hot waterto add to the soup - we were later charged 1.50for said hot water. The customer service was good, polite attentive and not obtrusive, not first class but more than acceptable. Wry disappointed will not return and will not recommend!More. Quality food beaten by the quality service. Not bad value for money and should I be in the area I would probably return. We then sat with our finished plates for over half an hour (though i did leave most of my pork). Not bad value for money and should I be in the area I would probably return.More, We wanted a nice coffee and cake on a windy Saturday afternoon in sunny gourock only to to treated like a bad misbehaved child. We then sat with our finished plates for over half an hour (though i did leave most of my pork). When we challenged the service she repeatedly said we are busy and short staffed - which didnt look the case, however even if it was surely attending to a customer who has asked for help is more important than clearing an empty table? Children with no front of house experience. Really terrible. Ive written to the local MP. Wont be going again. Then had to pay at the bar. I have had previous long waits in this place but thought to give it another try. Had I been told this when ordering I would never have ordered. more, There aren't enough food, service, value or atmosphere ratings for, Before posting, each Tripadvisor review goes through an automated tracking system, which collects information, answering the following questions: how, what, where and when. Overall a pleasant visit, let down by only a couple of minor points. Lovely lunch. 5 of us ordered and have to say food was delicious . 74 Kempock Street, Gourock PA19 1ND Scotland. Visited recently, ordered Mac Cheese at 14 and coffee at 3.50. Quality food beaten by the quality service. First we werent allowed to sit by the window, because that was a table for four, despite the cafe being nearly empty.