Tender beef strips in a creamy mushroom sauce, served over egg noodles.
Pizza • Asiatic • Italian • Waffles
"After booking through OpenTable, I received a call to confirm my reservation. Upon arriving at the restaurant, I was greeted by delightful smells and a great atmosphere. We were led to our table where we were informed about the specials and had our choice of wine and water brought to us. The staff, who were happy and friendly, went out of their way to accommodate a family group next to us who were ordering various dishes from the menu. We opted for the steak meal for two, which was cooked perfectly, and enjoyed a bottle of Rose. I highly recommend trying the Dianne Sauce with your steak. The dessert was also delicious and the attentive and cheerful staff were more than willing to cater to our every need. I will definitely be recommending this restaurant and will return next time I am in the area. Thank you for a wonderful evening."
Kebab • Asiatic • European • Fast Food
Pub • Steak • Vegan • British
"We brought our family to the Derby Inn right before Christmas, with a mix of adults and kids ranging from 2 to 14 years old, and we had a wonderful lunch. The staff was very friendly and accommodating to the children's needs, and the food was delicious. There was a great variety of options on the menu, including good choices for the kids, and the portion sizes were generous. We will definitely be returning again!"
Wine • French • Italian
"1 star: Terrible - Updated one minute ago - Nightmare Experience, Proceed with Caution - We frequently leave reviews for our dining experiences, but unfortunately this one was not good."
Pubs • Cafés • Seafood • Mexican
"This was without a doubt the worst dining experience that I have had in many years. Upon arrival we were seated in the dining room which was very quiet with only one other table occupied. We then waited minutes before we were offered a drink. Thirty minutes in our food order was taken, at which point we were told there was no steak'. There were six main courses on the menu, two of which were steak which all three of us had intended to order. Unabashed we ordered two soups and a gravlax starter, were were then told that there was no gas working in the kitchen and that some of our food would have to be prepared in the adjacent farm shop Our starters were OK' at best. When our main courses arrived they were.. Fish Chips, tepid and dry. An over cooked, barely warm burger and a plate of the most unappetising, inedible muck I have ever been given. Ham, egg and chips. I didn't try the ham or the chips, as the eggs were ice cold and rock solid (I was later told that they had had to be cooked in the oven as there was, yes, no gas). Why a restaurant would operate in this way I have no idea. If you don't have the facility to cook, stop seating people in your restaurant and trying to wing it' I returned the food and asked for the bill. When it arrived the H, E C had been taken off, this was the only concession that was made. The waiting staff were very apologetic, the person whom I assumed was the manager, not so much. She seemed genuinely put out that we were unhappy! We received our starters an hour after we were seated and our mains minutes later. I said I would not pay for the main courses as the whole thing was a fiasco which was met with the retort you ate the burger I said that if the mains weren't taken off of the bill I wouldn't pay anything and so they were grudgingly removed This pub/restaurant is far from cheap, but I have eaten a there lot. The food is usually good, sometimes very good, but this was unacceptable in every way"
Pub • Steak • British • Vegetarian
"This is our 13th year coming to holt for new year and have visited feathers every year. Some years even going to the New Year’s Eve party. Since this fine pub has been taken over we have seen numerous changes that haven’t been for the better but have just let them go. However upon visiting this year with the family for a meal, I just had to leave a review about my utter distaste for out and out profiteering. There were 5 adults and 3 kids all having meals and drinks. No starters just mains and we had four deserts. We had a few drinks of which the prices are rather high for a village pub. The meals were ok but as other people have stated in reviews pretty basic for the price. When the bill came it was in excess of £330, which I was shocked at but not overly, but upon review I’d noticed they had charged £2.40 for a cordial with tap water! I thought this was wrong so questioned the waiter. He then got the manager who in turn stated this in fact was correct and couldn’t do anything about it! Why didn’t she just knock it off the bill as a good will gesture as surely she could see how wrong this was and how much we were paying.I’m sorry feathers management but the charge for the cordial is totally immoral and a complete rip off! You’re charging £2.40 for one measure of cordial which is more than the actual value of a bottle. This whole event was a shame and should have been sorted by an efficient manager but it wasn’t and has left a massive distaste in our mouth."
Pizza • Asiatic • European • Fast Food
"Myself and my friends come to The Vineyard at least once a month for a girlie catch up. We love it here the food is lovely and the staff are attentive we have such a great time when we come! I can’t believe the extent people go to make bad accusations about a competitor and I can honestly say Seyfi and his family are brilliant restaurant owners and always make us feel welcome. Lobsters are always the best here and Seyfi will personally go out of his way to go and get you a fresh lobster that day for your visit that evening! What other restaurant would do that!"
Beer • Steak • Drinks • Chicken
"Just got home from having Sunday lunch here. Three out of the four of us had traditional roasts served with side vegetables and extra gravy and the other the pork escalope. For dessert a sorbet, a crème brulee and a chocolate marble moose cake. The food was all absolutely excellent although I should say the moose cake is only for those with a very sweet tooth. The venue is a lovely old timbered building with good décor and is just a nice place to be. And to complete the pleasure of the whole experience our server, Caitlin, was helpful and patient (we had a very elderly friend in our group) and very kindly sorted something out so that although we seriously overran our agreed time slot we didn't have to move. Definitely will go again on our next visit to Stratford"
Thai • Beer • Cafés • British
"Had a roast here, was very nice. Only down side was we looked at the menu online to see they did Turkey, but when we arrived they didn't have any. a little bit disappointed as we picked this pla e for the Turkey Roast. Had the beef instead and it was lovely. My partner had the Lamb which was also tender and lovely. Will definitely be back again, hopefully when they are serving Turkey . Price per person: £40–50"
Store • Russian • Terrace • Takeaway
Pizza • English • Italian • European
"Great quality Italian Meal with very friendly staff and great value for money. Complimentary doughballs and olives to start followed by plentiful Monkfish and a delicious tortellini, washed down with half a carafe of white wine. Just to cap it off, the cheeseboard was amazing for £5.80, with 4 cheeses plentiful for 3 people let alone one and came with a complimentary glass of port. We have never had a cheeseboard for such a great value anywhere else. We will definitely return."
Kebab • Cafés • Asiatic • Mexican
"We were surprised at how tasty everything was. We hadn 't expected much, but it was lovely and we had a corner table inside with a view of the squirrels running to and from the forest which was really nice. We got the bruscetta and the garlic mushrooms to start, and shared. They each came on two bits of yummy toasted bread so it was really easy to share. For the mains which I forgot to photograph!! we got the mushroom stroganoff which was really flavoursome, and the burger which was as can be expected anywhere really. The chunky chips on the side of the burger were AMAZING. We shared the raspberry macallan for dessert which I 'd really recommend. Creamy vanilla ice cream, crumbled shortbread and delicious fresh raspberry coulis all mixed in a tall sundae glass. We were with my dad and his wife, and they shared the normal raspberry macallan and there were differences in the ice cream and shortbread to feel comfortable that it wasn 't the same dish, but looked pretty much exactly the same. Would get it again!"
Fish • Halal • Steak • Coffee
"I haven't been able to visit lower Charminster for a couple of years or so. I was very hungry early evening on Tuesday 17th August 2021 and I went that way to order a favourite of mine, which is a chicken korma curry at the...Curry Master. I was disappointed to find it closed. This turned into a lucky day! Roxy's Bistro Bar was open. I went in and I was overjoyed to see Roxy herself on duty. Years ago I was a regular at Roxy's and virtually every time I went in Roxy was often working alone. I always enjoyed the food and a few pints of Becks. I mentioned to Roxy that my favourite pint is a Guinness. Much to my delight Roxy took note and announced on my next visit that canned Guinness with a widget inside was now on the drinks menu. It was delicious surprise from a can. Roxy has upstaged this can since then. Now another type of can is available. The Guinness is first poured into a glass and then placed on what appears to be an ultrasonic plate for a period of time. The result is as if it was poured from the traditional nitrogen gas hand pump. It's so close, it's not worth mentioning the subtle difference. I mentioned to Roxy I was starving and I would like to see the menu. Bless Roxy for remembering my preference for meat and fries. I went for Roxy's suggestion of a Today's Special of BBQ ribs with fries. The fries were unlike any I have had before, they were not out of fat frier for sure. They were delicious! The meat on the ribs was succulent and melted in my mouth with a wonderful tasting glazed sauce as a compliment. I enjoyed the fries even more when I dipped them in a pot of sauce which accompanied the me. No surprises for getting a great drink and a meal. What was really great is to find Roxy is back in her Bistro after taking a break from the restaurant to bring two lovely girls into the world. I recommended the Bistro years ago and I endorse the Bistro today. Do pop in and see for yourself. If you have a favourite and it's not on the menu mention it to Roxy and perhaps you'll find it available next time you visit? WELCOME BACK ROXY!"
Pub • Meat • Pizza • Italian
"We went to this restaurant for a birthday lunch and decided to order from the happy hour lunch menu. For starters, we had the pate with salad, which was very tasty. The salad dressing was delicious and everything tasted freshly made. For the main course, we chose the chorizo chicken pasta, which had plenty of chicken chunks mixed in with the pasta. The sauce was creamy and had a nice kick of spice. All of the dishes were freshly made and the service was excellent. We will definitely be coming back to try the two steaks for £35 deal, as the couple at the table next to us had it and it looked amazing."
Italian • European • Vegetarian • Gluten Free
"The true taste of Italy. I am pleasantly surprised by this quaint Italian restaurant. It is charming, cozy, and very welcoming. A big thank you to Catarina, who is a wonderful host. The chef, Arturo, is very friendly and made my dish taste just like home in Italy. This Capri family really brings the feel of the Mediterranean to the table. I requested a calabrese dish and they perfectly delivered what I asked for. Their cardamom with cream dessert is a must-try. I am so impressed with this restaurant, please thank them for me. I can see why regular customers keep coming back. Count me in as a new fan. Lady Bellie, reporting for duty!"
Steak • Pizza • Pasta • European
"We had a table booked for 5 last night and our whole party were beyond impressed.My Mam who usually never eats 1 course whenever we eat out, absolutely adored everything she ordered (all 3 courses) as did we all.Would recommend the 10oz steak and the Angus steak burger, perfect chunky chips and of course they do sticky toffee pudding everything was well cooked, staff were lovely and friendly.Very Covid-19 award with appropriate measures in place. We will be returning and give it a big thumbs up!"
Cafés • Steak • British • Vegetarian
"We had a delightful Sunday lunch at this restaurant. Despite there being no roast options for Christmas, we all enjoyed choosing from the set menu. The highlight was the slow roast belly pork, which received high praise. The waiting and kitchen staff were friendly and efficient, and the manager was organized and ensured that everything ran smoothly during this busy time. Overall, it was a very good experience and we will definitely be returning."
Full • Cafe • Wine • Italian
"Visiting a restaurant on a rainy Sunday night in January can be quite a serene experience, especially in a town center that's a bit off the beaten path. Despite having made a reservation, we were the only diners in the restaurant from 6:30 PM to 8:20 PM when we left. I haven't researched the restaurant beforehand, but it's fair to say that they seem to believe their all-day dining concept, which ranges from breakfast to dinner, is the right approach to navigate the current cost-of-living crisis. Overall, the food was good, and the staff were very friendly. I would definitely consider returning for another visit."
Beer • Wine • Casual • Brazilian
"If you don't have high expectations when you go to Canecao, you will be pleased. The Brazilian dishes were authentic and well-prepared, the cocktails were good and reasonably priced. It was quiet on a Tuesday night, but that didn't stop us from having a great time. I had been there on a weekend before when it was very lively. It's a no-frills type of place, the toilets are not that nice, but I have been there twice now and will definitely go back."
Sushi • Mexican • European • Vegetarian
"My husband, son, and I recently visited San Giovanni's for the first time since before the COVID lockdown, and we were thrilled to be able to enjoy a sit-down meal experience once again. Although we have been ordering takeout meals, there is just something special about sitting around a table together. It was my 65th birthday, and this dinner was a wonderful treat. We started with garlic bread and a variety of appetizers, including tender spare ribs, meatballs, and calamari. For our main courses, I had a delicious fillet steak stroganoff with rice, my husband tried the linguine al gamberoni, and my son enjoyed his favorite, lobster ravioli. We finished off with affogato for dessert, our go-to Italian treat. We enjoyed a selection of drinks including a mojito cocktail, beer, and a lovely bottle of wine with our meals. The total bill came to a reasonable £191. One small issue was that our online reservation did not receive an acknowledgement, so we called to confirm our booking. While it was not a problem for a quiet Thursday evening, it could be disappointing on a busier night or special occasion. I would recommend calling to book in the future. Overall, it was a fantastic evening and we highly recommend San Giovanni's."