Grants Of Castlegate Wine Bar

54 CastleGate, CA11 7HY, Eden, United Kingdom

🛍 Steak, Vegan, British, Vegetarian

4.6 💬 2831 Reviews
Grants Of Castlegate Wine Bar

Phone: +441768895444

Address: 54 CastleGate, CA11 7HY, Eden, United Kingdom

City: Eden

Menu Dishes: 7

Reviews: 2831

Website: https://grantsofcastlegate.co.uk/

"prices for restaurant review. I came in grants as part of a party of 22 people who were all there to celebrate an 18th birthday. we were warmly added to the restaurant, which was not huge, but had a nice cozy feeling. the waitress took our drink orders and made us comfortable in the small lounge/bar area. because of the large number of guests, the chef has kindly asked us to preorder our meal, which we could do more than gladly. I chose to start a prawn avocado salat, followed by duck in a plant sauce and then sticky toffee pudding. my Prawn salad looked delicious when he was introduced to me. to my surprise, along with the garnish and cut avocado, there was also a little laugh! Although the salmon was tinted, he gave the sweet and juicy garnel a beautiful taste depth. the fish and avocado worked nicely together and offer a mix of arome and textures. many of the guests chose a starter of black pudding and haggis croquettes that looked fantastic. it was well presented and tasty. for the main course I chose the duck with a vegetable sauce – the duck was delicious and was perfectly seasoned. the only problem that I had was it the duck was ever cooked over for my lust, but I looked over because it tasted fantastic! the soße that accompanied the duck was exquisite, she had fruity, sweet and hearty notes and was the perfect accompaniment to the duck. beside the duck were also sewn potato, which were great, perfectly boiled and well flavored. Moreover, there were carrots served with fennel kernels – now, in no great lover of anis, but I enjoyed the delicate fennel taste with well cooked carrots. finaly, they served roasted beet root, which was cooked in a mixture of cumin, honey and red wine. the mixture of strong aromes, which coat the beet root, proved too much and exaggerated the soft and delicate taste of the beet root. it also did not work with the duck and was not particularly pleasant. other guests had sea bass for their main – the fish was perfectly cooked, falling away from the fork and melting in the mouth. the other option was pork with risotto – the pork looked dry, but was actually juicy and well flavored. the risotto was also perfectly cooked, well seasoned and creamy. for dessert I had the ever-popular Cumbrian fantasy, sticky toffee pudding. we cambrians have expected big dings of sticky toffee puddings, and this has certainly met these expectations! the deep, sweet, sticky aromas were excellent and were well rounded with vanilla ice cream. the proven taste combination worked as always very well. my only degree was that it wasn't enough of it! other guests had eton mess – although well presented in a high glass, the dessert seemed to be obstinate and saw without the most important ingredient – meringue! per person, the bill came around £25 (three cursor meal including wein.) I thought this was very expensive, although it would be fair to say the proportions are somewhat too small for what they pay. still my experience with grants was excellent! the nice, attentive staff felt very welcome and the food was excellent. I'll go back."

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very friendly and enthusiastic staff. excellently presented eating, which has tasted. prices I think are reasonable against what they receive in service and food quality.

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excellent service and excellent meal. were added in portions. steak cooked for perfection chips were exchanged for vegetables, as desired without problems and without additional costs. weinlist with standard selection quite expensive. in any case will return and recommend.


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User

I liked this restaurant, the decor is a amateur, pictures, plants and a little clutter. Sad to say they do not do cocktails. The food, on the other hand, was really really good. I would go back for the food. If the place was spruced up it would justify a 5 star. Food is 5 star!


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just a visit penrith for a few days stay at the george hotel this was the first place we found and decided to book and eat here had no real idea what to expect the big reviews are up and not an exaggeration. eating here is really good. I can't blame the thunfish I had) and the lamb was perfectly done. when they eat here! View menu


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We called into Grants early on Saturday evening on the off chance of a table for two. We were greeted by a lady who quickly rearranged a table that was set for evening service and seated us. We ordered drinks and perused the menu. We ordered the fillet steak and a trio of pork which were beautifully presented and tasted amazing- cooked to perfection! I would recommend booking to ensure you get a table as it was very busy, we will be back!


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User

Had an evening meal at Grants very recently and all I can say is wow! The food, scallops (starter), trio of pork (main), lamb (main), cheese (dessert), chocolate fondant (dessert) were all cooked prepared to perfection and tasted absolutely delicious. What was really lovely though was, unlike some establishments, we didn't feel rushed through our meal. There was a nice gap in between courses which meant we could really enjoy our meal and social experience. Just a wonderful place which I will return to when I'm next in Penrith.


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User

As a business traveller eating alone you can feel a little out of place but I felt most comfortable eating here. The service was friendly but not intrusive and I sat quite happily reading my book between courses. I plumped for the cheese souffle, duck breast main and finished with a choccie fondant. All cooked very well and very tasty. I actually asked for bread to soak up the gravy on my plate after the duck as it was so tasty! Well priced and recommended when in Penrith. PS sorry I had no cash to leave a tip, I'll address this on my return. View menu


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prices for restaurant review. I came in grants as part of a party of 22 people who were all there to celebrate an 18th birthday. we were warmly added to the restaurant, which was not huge, but had a nice cozy feeling. the waitress took our drink orders and made us comfortable in the small lounge/bar area. because of the large number of guests, the chef has kindly asked us to preorder our meal, which we could do more than gladly. I chose to start a prawn avocado salat, followed by duck in a plant sauce and then sticky toffee pudding my prawn salat looked delicious when it was introduced to me. to my surprise, along with the prawns and cut avocado, there was...read more


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We visited on a Thursday evening in February and I was surprised to find the restaurant very quiet given the strength of reviews. Chatting to the proprietor, it had been quite busy earlier in the week and was fully booked at the weekend so I think we were an anomaly and I'd still recommend booking. The menu has a good range of interesting sounding dishes and we went for all three courses. The food was delicious just a really good example of quality ingredients, cooked well. Portions sizes were just right so that you felt pleasantly sated but not overfull by the end. The owner/front of house was lovely, striking a nice balance of being friendly but also leaving us to enjoy our food in peace....


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prices for restaurant review. I came in grants as part of a party of 22 people who were all there to celebrate an 18th birthday. we were warmly added to the restaurant, which was not huge, but had a nice cozy feeling. the waitress took our drink orders and made us comfortable in the small lounge/bar area. because of the large number of guests, the chef has kindly asked us to preorder our meal, which we could do more than gladly. I chose to start a prawn avocado salat, followed by duck in a plant sauce and then sticky toffee pudding. my Prawn salad looked delicious when he was introduced to me. to my surprise, along with the garnish and cut avocado, there was also a little laugh! Although the... View menu

Categories

  • Steak Savor prime cuts of juicy, tender steaks, expertly grilled to perfection. Each bite offers a burst of flavor, served with classic sides and delectable sauces to enhance your dining experience.
  • Vegan "Delight in our vegan menu, offering a vibrant selection of plant-based dishes crafted with fresh, seasonal ingredients. Savor flavorsome meals that are as nourishing as they are delicious." View menu
  • British Traditional and hearty, the British menu offers comfort classics like fish and chips, succulent roasts, and savory pies. Rediscover familiar favorites, lovingly crafted with timeless recipes and fresh, local ingredients.
  • Vegetarian Delight in our vibrant collection of vegetarian dishes, crafted with the freshest greens, rich flavors, and savory spices. Enjoy a wholesome, delectable plate that celebrates nature's finest ingredients.

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  • Late Night

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"We had a disappointing experience during our stay. The bedroom was quite cold, and despite asking for the heating to be turned on, we had to sit in our coats. The bathroom was freezing each morning, and the dining room didn't offer much relief either. The heating was activated for just one hour, which meant the radiator was cold again when we returned to our room. Their cost-cutting measures significantly impacted our enjoyment. We raised our concerns multiple times, but there was no one available when we settled the bill. At £100 per night for bed and breakfast (totaling over £200 including dinner), it was frustrating to be so uncomfortable. Another guest mentioned they had complained about the heating during their previous visit, only to be told there was an ongoing issue. It seems they simply won’t turn on the heating. We won’t be returning, especially since it’s quite a drive to get into town. Regarding the room, we were assigned an attic room (Room 8). It had many steep stairs and low headroom in places. While the bathroom was nice, it was also freezing. The towel rail was pointless since it was stone cold, and my husband had to skip his morning shower due to the chill. We ended up moving to Room 7, which was smaller but slightly warmer despite having a cold bathroom. The bathroom door didn’t shut properly, and the lights were all or nothing. The next morning, we moved our belongings back to Room 8 since they finally decided to turn on the electric wall heater—which they could have done from the outset. It only took the chill off for a little while. On our last night, we experienced a brief boost of heat, but it only lasted an hour. When we returned after dinner, the room was already cool again. As for nearby activities, there’s a park across a busy road, but everything else requires driving to reach shops and restaurants. Safety-wise, the hotel faces a main road, and there are very few parking spaces available (around four); otherwise, you need to park on the main road. Walking to town is possible, but it takes about 15 to 20 minutes downhill. In terms of food and drinks, the breakfast was decent. When asked if we wanted toast, we received just one slice on the same plate as the cooked breakfast. After asking for more, we had to wait a while before we were given another slice. Dinner was acceptable but nothing to write home about; it felt overpriced compared to the excellent authentic Indian restaurant we found in town, which served great food at better prices and opened at 5 PM. Overall, I'd recommend bringing warm clothes for both the bedroom and dining area; we even saw another guest sitting in her coat the entire time."