Rich and creamy lobster bisque, infused with sherry, offering a luxurious blend of smooth texture and savory seafood flavors.
Vegan • Seafood • British • Vegetarian
"Sign on main road said OPEN So drove 3 miles further on with plan to walk down beach, stop for a drink and a bite and walk back. But CLOSED when we got there at 2:30 Sign on main road still said open??? Not quite a waste of three hours, but close. If they can’t be bothered to have honest signs what else can’t they be bothered with? 06/01/24 Meal type: Lunch"
Greek • French • Seafood • British
"my fiancée and I had a great meal last night. Although I lived in his village, I had never been. we were greeted nicely at our arrival and our moms were suspended. we had a drink at the bar while we decided our choices from the great selection of menus. while we did, we got kanapés and chose some olives. I had the scallops and lobster pana cotta to begin what was divine. but I had been eating envy over my other half squid. we both had a middle cure of soft shell-cab, as recommended by my engaged as it is one of its favorites. I then had the ochsenwange as my main thing. I had never tasted that before and it was just divine. tender and super tasty. my other half chose the thun fish steak that was cooked for perfection. we shared a cheeseboard to finish. the service was impeccable. the personal was attentive, but not overwhelmed. it was a joy to see them patiently in the wings waiting to speak if they could be of service, and not only to hide in the bar on their phones. I can't blame our culinary experience at all and look forward to many more places when we eat here. well done and thanks x"
Fish • Steak • Cakes • British
"My friends and I had probably the worst “hospitality” experience due to the manager of this restaurant. First, the restaurant run out of water. Secondly, we have been asked to move table after 20min seating) since the manager had double booked our seats. We kindly accepted to move and they mentioned “the drinks will be on the house”. During the diner, we heard clients complaining about a similar double booking of table and the staff were trying to move the clients to different locations. The peak of this extremely poor experience was when receiving the bill. The drinks were added so we kindly asked the manager to remove the bottle of wine £50) and keep their word. The manager, coming to our table half hangover) replied we should be happy to have a table on walking and mentioned “I cannot remove the bottle of wine but I will give you 1x sparkling water and 1x bottle of Coca-Cola for free”. We were shocked and told him to call the “proper” responsible person of the restaurant assuming it couldn’t be him managing this place of high-end reputation. Unfortunately, he arrogantly said I’m the manager of this restaurant. This is all I can do for you today. Long story short, we were so angry with the manager behaviour that we said “fix the bill now or we will walkout without paying”, to which he reply “feel free to get out” and literally left the restaurant without telling anything to his staff. We had to wait 10min to understand he actually left the restaurant and left his team to deal with the situation without any feedback whatsoever. Thankfully the team sort it out instead, they were wonderful and apologies on behalf of the manager who apparently gets lot of amazing reviews reading the previous comments. Great food, beautiful decoration and a manager to take care off immediately!"
Steak • Drinks • Coffee • British
"I had the most pathetic starter I have eaten in ages; this was a hens egg with asparagus. Basically a hard-boiled egg slightly coated in batter with no seasoning whatsoever. The 3 spears of asparagus were cold so was the plate. For the main meal I had a pan fried seabass with what loked like baby leeks of some sort. The leeks were blushed slightly in hot water therefore hard but to top it all up it wasn 't washed and had to endure the most awful grinding of soil. When i raised this with staff there was no apology apart from 'i will let the chef know '. Prior to this, we had to wait what seemed like ages for someone to get our drinks. Anywhere the staff came to take our food orders we had to ask if we could have drinks orders first. This was followed by another long wait. The cutlery was also dirty and there was also a lack of ambiance. We noted that online it states that this restaurant has 2 AA Rossette stars but on the restaurant, there 's a plate on the wall which shows it has been awarded a 1 AA Rossette. I would politely and assertively ask the (Rossette) awarding criteria being revisited or maybe its no longer fit for purpose because this place is a joke, to say the least."
Pubs • French • Seafood • European
"So we went to the restaurant with some friends the other day. I dropped my partner and her friend at the entrance until I parked since there is no parking in front of the restaurant and one of them is pregnant. It took me a total of 19 minutes to park the car and het back to the restaurant during those 10 minutes the waiter went twice to ask them if they'd like something to drink and although they initially replied that they were waiting for their partners he sent the manager out the bar to ask them in a more intimidating way and so they ordered water. Highlighting that this happened in between 10 minutes. When we arrived at the restaurant, we ordered the roasted bread, which you can actually see it wasn't roasted or warm. By the time our mains arrived the table next to us was empty and remained empty for until the time we left so made me question why the staff asked my partner a few times on what they would have making it look as they were in a hurry since there was ppenty of sitting space within the restaurant. During the whole time we were in the restaurant, there were a few flies around us which you wouldn't really expect in an indoor space restaurant of this price point. The food was amazing. We had 2 of the hake fillet and the sea bream. On the other hand my friend who ordered the sea bream was expecting it this with asparagus but instead it came with another green which would be nice to know from before. I got a creme brulee for a desert, the short bread biscuit was amazing the top of the creme was crunchy but yhe inside could have used some extra taste. All in all, if the service wasn't this poor and the flies weren't present, this review could have been way more positive."
Sushi • Seafood • Asiatic • European
"An absolutely amazing meal, the food and service was exceptional, best meal we’ve had in a while! A hidden gem in Woolacombe run by two lovely people, who offer very good value, fresh food and a lovely warm welcome. Catering for gluten free and dog friendly made this a must visit for us and we were not disappointed! Dishes can be adapted to gluten free, as everything is cooked from scratch. I highly recommend if you’re in Woolacombe 5 stars We will definitely be back and recommending to friends."
Kebab • Asiatic • Seafood • Mexican
"Disappointing if I’m honest. We booked as a family because we really fancied some fresh seafood. When we called we specified that there were six adults, five children and a baby in a high chair. At no point during that call did anyone say that there is no children’s menu available which made for an even more expensive trip. The food was very expensive, we ended up getting the children to share three fish and chips between them and the fish inside the batter was lovely but the chips were drenched in oil. Three of us shared one of the platters and whilst it was lovely and very well presented, we all walked away hungry as there isn’t really much fish on there for you to eat. The waitress was lovely but we had to keep prompting for things we’d asked for that had been forgotten despite the restaurant being empty."
Fish • Cafés • Welsh • Fusion
"Fantastic hotel! Super dog-friendly and very friendly to us humans too! Beautiful bedroom- very smart and very nice touches like cafetiere coffee, fresh milk, doggie goodies and lovely bathroom products. Great location near Conwy and BetwsCoed in a beautiful valley. Thanks to Karen in particular who made us so welcome after late arrival off the Dublin ferry, in the pouring rain. Rooms: Very comfy bed. Spacious and warm. Lovely view of the mountains from our room no 3 Food drinks: Excellent dinner- good presentation and amazingly tasty. We had sirloin steak and salmon. Great full English breakfast and coffee. Rooms: 5 Service: 5 Location: 5 Hotel highlights: Luxury, Great view, Romantic, Quiet, Kid-friendly, Great value"
Soup • Pasta • Hotels • English
"We booked lunch. Afternoon tea menu for kids , Fries for my daughter ;Ceasar salad and drinks. Food and service was outstanding, except my daughter’s mini sandwiches ... I was not expecting ham and bread only; cheese and bread only....however she quickly forgot about that when the desert was served, she enjoyed it. The pianist played Yann Tiersen..... and that made everything PERFECT!"
Mexican • European • Vegetarian • Modern Cuisine
"Very nice place to eat. Fantastic food, with an extensive wine, cocktail and gin list as well as a few choices of beers/ales and ciders. Staff were helpful and attentive and availablefor any menu questions/queries. Good selection of food on the menu, one of the best places I have eaten. If I was in the area again, I would definitely pick here as a first choice. Be warned that the building is an old cottage with low beams and door ways. Local car parking owned by Winchester council a short walk (5 minutes or less) away."
Pizza • Cafés • Asiatic • Seafood
"Hubby had gammon, which came with two eggs, pineapple and lovely rustic chips. I had salmon in a gorgeous creamy dill sauce, asparagus new potatoes. We both had stcky toffee pudding with fresh cream for pud. All food was delicious, although hubby's gammon could have been slightly hotter. Staff were pleasant and attentive and prices were reasonable. Would definitely recommend. Service: 5"
Steak • Japanese • Creative • Bakeries
"that would have five stars if happy cow would have allowed it. london has long been missing the brand on vegan fine restaurants, and it is wonderful to find people ready to meet the challenge. the only other chefs who have impressed me of their ability to work with pleasure so are rich landau and cat jacoby, of vedge ruhm. I was happy enough to visit an informal event where I was cooking, the vegan is over the theke of the open kitchen. its excitement over vegan eating and its creativity in the kitchen is inspired and inspiring! . Flats three are great for fermenting, with reinforced regal units, the countless jars and containers from everything from kombucha and kimchi to homemade misery and other fermented beans keep it worth searching only these regals. the menu often changes, even daily, based on what is in season and what chef pavel kanja fancies. also vegan is the sommelier brilliant, as well as its wine list, which is willing, riesling and pinot noir focuses – heavenly grapes. These young are so enthusiastic about eating and busy with their crafts that they do not seem to have space for the arrogance often connected with fine restaurants. at flat three there is no pretension. no. how refreshing to dine at a place where people can and will talk to them in detail about what they eat and drink! I can't wait to go back."
Fish • Coffee • Noodles • Italian
"It has been years since my last visit, but returning for my birthday with my significant other was such a pleasant surprise. We enjoyed delicious food with generous portions that left us feeling satisfied. The service was attentive, friendly, and professional, creating a welcoming atmosphere. The restaurant had a lively Italian vibe without being too noisy. Overall, it was a fantastic birthday treat and we both agreed that it was great value for the price. We look forward to making more frequent visits in the future!"
Pub • Steak • Vegan • British
"Lamb shoulder and cod loin both good, both thin on veggies as was lobster bisque. Lovely chips. Puds great. Service good but experience spoiled by being under a speaker blasting out music ? . Eventually turned down a bit after 3 requests. Quite quiet for Thursday lunchtime. Parking: Plenty pub's car park Price per person: £30–40 Food: 4 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 3 Recommended dishes: Sticky Toffee Pudding Parking space: Plenty of parking Parking options: Free parking lot"
Pub • Cakes • British • Vegetarian
"Picked this pub based on both TripAdvisor and Google reviews. For a start, we had to book two weeks in advance that's a great start. Food is great, no default here. Spirit selection is great. Could recognise some of the brands you can only find from Amathus Drinks shops in London. Wine selection is less attractive by the glass. By the bottle, prices could scare average pub goers. Beer selection is good. Venue could do with a little refurb outside and inside Service is good and somehow attentive and efficient. Somehow because they were only two folks running the floor, which includes taking orders, running food, making drinks... In today's hospitality terms, an industry struggling with finding staff, it was a pretty brilliant job. My advice to them on the above last point: get some of your chefs to help you run the food to release pressure on the service. More FOH time on the floor means more effective drinks ordering, an important source of revenue per table. We had the Sunday Roast and highly recommend, excellent."
Steak • Cakes • Vegetarian • Sandwiches
"Wow so happy we found this little gem ???? The food is amazing and so fresh ... the staff really friendly and helpful... and the view just WOW ????"
Fish • Steak • Cheese • American
"Restaurant was booked for 5:30pm on a Saturday, was very busy and people were getting turned away at the door due to being at capacity and not having a reservation. Would advise booking ahead. Despite how busy it was the overall atmosphere and mood was relaxed within. Fillet steak topped with Pressed black pudding ham hough, skinny fries, peppercorn sauce and cherry tomatoes. I felt the plate looked a bit underwhelming and could have been accompanied with some more veg or onion rings/loaf or a smaller plate, despite the disappointment with presentation the meal tasted fantastic. Pricey but not more than you would expect in the city centre. Toilets located downstairs and a bit of an adventure to get there. Recommended"
Pizza • Seafood • British • Fast Food
"NINE of us dined here on Sat 12 05 18 very impressed with all our meals .The staff where very efficient&friendly especially the Alan Carr look alike..."
Fish • Lunch • Drinks • Seafood
"Hi there We have been coming to Harrods for years and use the fish and chips bar most Fridays , we love it and the children enjoy it So yesterday was our first time with the new menu, which we loved but this is what we thought everyone is different) The fish we found better than before The chips tooo BIG, we love chunky chips but after eating 2/3 was like eating a whole potato too filling to fast Also it’s tradition to have fish chips and peas so we missed this Also 3 whole tubs of sauce given to each person They was beautiful flavours by the ways , but I felt like a lot went to waste, as we Only used one sauce each But we will definitely be back as we loved it"
Steak • British • Seafood • European
"You'd be forgiven for assuming that Kona would be in keeping with the opulent design of Taj 51; however, the restaurant is surprisingly modern. Neutral tones give the dining room a light and airy feel, with a variety of paintings hanging on the walls and elegant furnishings providing a sophisticated finish. Tucked away at the back of the restaurant you'll find The Library a warm and inviting space with plush sofas and armchairs; the perfect place to enjoy a night cap after you've indulged on some fine cuisine. Soft lighting helps to create an informal and relaxed ambience; the perfect setting for a romantic evening out. Our evening started with cocktails an off menu Strawberry Bellini for me and from the St James' Collection, Indy chose the Thanking Lord and Lady Dacre a fruity number but lacking any real alcoholic taste. This was followed by a delightful amuse bouche of cauliflower soup topped with a soya foam. A perfect creamy texture and rich in flavour, it set the tone for the standard of the cuisine we would be enjoying throughout the evening. Kona's dining menu offers chef Thomas Cruise's interpretation of the flavours and vibrancy of Southern European cuisine, married with traditional cooking techniques of the Cote D'Azur and Mediterranean coasts. There's a strong focus on fresh, sustainable ingredient across all the dishes which are, where possible, sourced from within 120 miles of London. Whilst the starters on the dinner menu seem limited, don't let this fool you into thinking decision making will be any easier. We contemplated for some time on what to order and finally settled on the king scallops and lobster bisque. The scallops were the real highlight, lightly seared and tender on the inside, complemented well by a butternut squash puree and light dressing of vanilla powder. Unfortunately, the lobster bisque was a let down. The presentation was fantastic, with the bisque being poured over the other ingredients from a teapot; however, the overly salty flavour and watery texture just weren't that great. For mains we ordered the sea bass and Gloucestershire free range chicken. The sea bass was cooked to perfection a crisp, golden coating giving way to a moist, flaky texture with the calamari and chorizo orzo adding another layer of flavour. And again, presentation was on point! The Gloucestershire free range chicken was also a delight with a crisp parmesan crust and a tender centre, with Indy declaring it was the best chicken dish he's tasted to date! The panzanella added a Tuscan twist to the dish and complemented it well. Our side orders of broccoli with red chillis and parmesan and creamy mash provided the perfect accompaniments to our flavoursome mains. No three course dinner is complete without dessert and Kona's dessert options do not disappoint. My previously undiscovered sweet tooth chose the orange and chocolate ganache; a truly indulgent dessert with rich flavours, edible flowers and brandy snaps. I just wish they'd made more use of orange as the chocolate did get a bit overwhelming. Indy's dessert induced some food envy on my part. He chose the thoroughly English fare of roasted apple on brioche with cinnamon ice cream, hazelnut crumble and berry foam. The apples were perfect sweet and juicy and were nicely completed by the cinnamon ice cream and berry foam. Although the restaurant was quiet throughout the evening, service was unobtrusive but attentive, let down only at the end of our meal when we had to request the bill on numerous occasions. Kona is the perfect venue for a discreet but indulgent dining experience and chef Thomas Cruise has done well in executing such a unique and flavourful variety of cuisine. We really enjoyed our dinner here and would definitely recommend it as somewhere to enjoy a romantic dinner or raise a toast for a special occasion."