Phone: +448450727426
Address: Chilston Park Hotel, Boughton Road, Maidstone, United Kingdom
City: Maidstone
Dishes: 9
Reviews: 437
"We stayed overnight and our package included a 5 course tasting menu. It was a very unimaginative menu, no accompanying wine flight and with the exception of one very good waitress, the rest of the staff were inexperienced children. The starters of carrot soup and tiger prawns were tasteless. The second course of parma ham was served with jarred pickled onions. Then came what was supposed to be sorbet. In my view that's not a course, it's a palate cleanser. And more disturbingly it clearly had dairy in it and was actually ice cream! Then came the main course. The broccoli and mash were fine but the duck was hideously overcooked, to the point that it was impossible to cut without a steak knife. The pudding of sticky toffee pudding was like a school dinner a massive slab of dry, over microwaved sponge. If this tasting menu was designed to showcase the chefs' best dishes, he should seriously consider a change of career. The portions were huge and it was basically 3 courses, with a weird little cup of soup at the start and a scoop of bad ice cream between starter and main. With such poor cooking, it's no surprise that on a Saturday night in the height of summer, there were only 10 diners in total in the restaurant. The highlight was the bread and butter. Enough said."
Menu - 9 options
All prices are estimates.
Risotto
Creamy Arborio rice cooked to perfection, with a rich blend of Parmesan and fresh seasonal vegetables.
Cheesecake
A rich, creamy dessert with a smooth texture and graham cracker crust, often topped with fruits or a sweet glaze.
Cauliflower
Crispy cauliflower florets with tangy lemon aioli and a sprinkle of fresh herbs.
Cheese Cake
Indulgent, creamy cheesecake with a buttery graham cracker crust, topped with rich, velvety cheese filling.
Ribeye Steak
Juicy, tender ribeye steak grilled to perfection, featuring rich marbling and bold flavor.
Sweet Potato
Roasted sweet potato seasoned with herbs and spices, served with a tangy yogurt dip.
Laura
Food is delish, Service and staff even better. Steak and Peppercorn sauce...to die for. Second time here and we will be back again. Thank you for an amazing stay and dinner
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Keith
The menu offered for both dinner and breakfast had a great variety of options to suit all tastes. The chef himself is very friendly, welcoming, and creative with his presentation.
G07
The food and service at this restaurant were excellent. We tried the cod dish and it was delicious. The menu also offers good options for non-meat eaters. Our food was served promptly.
Linda
Four of us treated a dear friend to dinner at Culpeper's Restaurant for her special birthday such a lovely place, delicious food and wines and friendly, cheerful staff, especially our waiter, James (hope that is right) and our waitress it makes such a difference.
markbE36GJ
Just had a business meeting with my Dad. Had the new plant based menu OMG, Adrian the head chef has really nailed it the Cauliflower steak is rocking!!! Great service too, big shout out to James who made the evening effortlessly wonderful! I’ll be taking the wife here at the weekend for a impromptu date night!
Cliffb1953
We enjoyed a dinner to celebrate a birthday and had the pleasure of being looked after by Lewis and our waitress Kiri. We were made to feel welcomed and it was obvious that both members of staff were genuinely polite, friendly and helpful. Credit must go to the kitchen team who provided our meals that were of a very high standard of quality, quantity and presentation. We look forward to a return visit soon and thank you for a very enjoyable visit.
Michael
Celebrated my 75th birthday with dinner here 10 days ago incredible service, food and wine. Five of us were royally treated from arrival until departure enjoying perfect personal and friendly service from Karen and excellent food whether it was the scallops, mussels, best ever beef tartare, for starters followed by the finest beef fillet in the Wellington, superb venison or the tender rib eye on the bone as mains presented in the most perfect manner a personal visit from the chef at the end of our meal could be considered the icing on the proverbial birthday cake ! Well done Culpeper 's.
AngelaO099
Sunday lunch today….great service. Interesting to talk to a staff member who was very pleasant and knowledgable about the group ethics and hotels…..sorry I didn’t get your name. Starter was chosen but were offered an alternative which was absolutely great. Smoked salmon and caviar was a lovely starter. Roast beef was well done for hubby….and as it comes for me…lovely but knife didn’t cut it! Dessert was cheesecake and fruit for me….topped with meringue ….gave meringue to hubby. He had chocolate mousse …looked lovely. Coffee and petit fours for him. House champagne was chilled. Thank you for your attention to detail.
Alan
Despite the limited choices, we found a couple of items to order. The crab starter was tasty but the portion size was lacking. The slow cooked pork cheeks we ordered were flavorful and tender, but the accompaniments of sweet potato puree, baby leeks, and caramelized gala apples were disappointingly sparse and should have been listed as garnishes. We also discovered that some items on the bill were priced higher than what was advertised on both the meal menu and wine menu. After bringing these discrepancies to the attention of the staff, the bill was corrected. While the staff were courteous and accommodating, the overall experience left much to be desired. It was clear why we were the only...
El3380
We stayed overnight and our package included a 5 course tasting menu. It was a very unimaginative menu, no accompanying wine flight and with the exception of one very good waitress, the rest of the staff were inexperienced children. The starters of carrot soup and tiger prawns were tasteless. The second course of parma ham was served with jarred pickled onions. Then came what was supposed to be sorbet. In my view that's not a course, it's a palate cleanser. And more disturbingly it clearly had dairy in it and was actually ice cream! Then came the main course. The broccoli and mash were fine but the duck was hideously overcooked, to the point that it was impossible to cut without a steak knif...
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Park Enjoy a delightful dining experience surrounded by nature's beauty. Our Park menu offers a selection of fresh and seasonal dishes, perfect for a relaxing picnic or an elegant outdoor meal.
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Cheese A curated selection of artisanal cheeses from around the world, featuring diverse flavors and textures that delight the palate. Perfect for sharing or savored individually with the ideal accompaniments.
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Coffee Indulge in our rich and aromatic coffee selection, expertly brewed to awaken your senses. From classic espresso to creamy lattes, discover the perfect blend to start your day on a flavorful note.
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Chocolate Decadent chocolate treats crafted with rich, high-quality cocoa. Indulge in an array of offerings from silky mousses to molten lava cakes, each designed to captivate your senses and satisfy your sweet cravings.
