A decadent dessert with rich dark chocolate and tart cherries, offering a perfect balance of sweetness and tang.
Meat • Wine • Tapas • Coffee
"We ate right at the end of the service (9pm table) and the food and service were fantastic. We have complex food allergies and the staff were lovely about it. The chef was accommodating and the food was excellent, as was the wine pairing. If I had to be super critical, I'd say the gluten free alternative on one accompaniment of the 8 courses could have been better (seed cracker vs sourdough), and one of the beef elements of one course could've been softer, but these would be remarkably marginal improvements in what is an outstanding tasting menu. As a coeliac, it's hard to get a good tasting menu and this is one I would highly recommend. The staff were extremely knowledgeable and the service was both friendly and professional. Particular thanks to Rachel for her excellent explanation of the wines, which constituted a fantastic flight that we would highly recommend. All in all, the Rattle Owl is an excellent dinner spot, and I imagine a great place to lunch, although our experience was confined to the wonderful tasting menu. Thank you team! Service: Dine in Meal type: Dinner Price per person: £100+ Food: 5 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 5"
Vegan • French • European • Vegetarian
"The wine list is one of the best I've encountered, and I commend the sommelier for it. It's not just extensive and well-stocked, but also diverse, offering many standout selections. The sommelier on duty during our visit (January 19) was particularly helpful and made several high-quality recommendations. I chose a more affordable option from the menu, and it pleasantly surprised me with its quality. One critique I have is the limited menu options—at least on Thursday nights, there was only a set menu available, with a six-course option priced at £140 and an eight-course option at £180. While I understand the desire to adhere to strict Michelin standards and maintain profitability, a few more flexible choices on the menu would be appreciated. Overall, the staff was attentive and contributed positively to the dining experience."
Pizza • Seafood • Mexican • Fast Food
"On a lovely autumn day, we arrived at South Lodge and were greeted with stunning views of the hotel grounds. We were welcomed and escorted to the Camellia restaurant, but first stopped by the nearby bar for a pre-lunch drink. The service was exceptional and very friendly. Despite it being a busy Sunday lunch, the service remained top-notch. I savored a delicious three-course Sunday roast beef lunch and finished off with coffee and shortbread biscuits on the terrace. Overall, it was a special dining experience."
Seafood • English • Fast Food • Vegetarian
"We had a wonderful dining experience at this restaurant with a very creative menu. The chefs served us and it was a quiet night, which allowed us to chat with the staff about the food and wine. Definitely recommend visiting for a special occasion."
Pub • Coffee • Drinks • Terrace
"It was a beautiful autumn day when we arrived at South Lodge, and the hotel grounds looked stunning. We were welcomed at The Camellia and headed to the nearby bar for a pre-lunch drink. The service was very friendly. The restaurant had a lovely ambiance, and although it was a busy Sunday dinner, the service remained excellent. I enjoyed a three-course Sunday roast beef lunch, which concluded on the terrace with coffee and shortbread biscuits. It truly was a special culinary experience."