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The Old Custom HouseThe Old Custom House, Market Place, Kingston upon Hull, City of, United Kingdom, Kingston upon Hull, City of

🛍 Soup, Fish, Steak, Coffee

4 💬 150 Reviews

Address: The Old Custom HouseThe Old Custom House, Market Place, Kingston Upon Hull, City Of, United Kingdom, Kingston upon Hull, City of

City: Kingston upon Hull, City of

Menu Dishes: 12

Reviews: 150

"Beautiful building but let down by the decor which is dated; marble topped tables, old carpets and a trellis screen. Fabulous selection on the menu and specials board so I was looking forward to the food. I ordered moules mariniere, and surf and turf with a salad and Italian roast potatoes. Moules mariniere is one of my all time favourites so I was pleased to see it on the specials board. However I was so disappointed I've never had it with great lumps of celery and slices of red onion in a weak watery sauce!! My husband had scallops served in a shell bit dated these days unless it's coquilles st.jacques! So I was hoping our mains Roquefort Steak rare and surf and turf medium rare would salvage the experience. The surf and turf arrived steak with 2 king prawns swimming in an oily greasy mess! Not as advertised! And the chef must have got confused I had the rare steak and my husband had the medium rare swimming in a sauce with a chunk of Roquefort on top. Would have been better if the sauce had been served separately so you could choose whether or not to issue your steak with armbands! The sides didn't save the meal; the salad was varying sized chunks of cucumber, peppers and tomato with 3 salad leaves! And the Italian roasts were served in the same dish they were cooked in they were stuck to the dish so I ended up missing out on the crispy outer and only able to get to the fluffy insides such a shame!Not impressed overall. Service wasn't great either; waiter /waitress (4 different people serving us! visited the table 8 times and never removed the dirty used glasses. And finally, there's a notice in the bar saying they won't tolerate swearing however it's not enforced people on the tables either side seemed unable to communicate without swearing (loudly !Maybe we just ordered the wrong dishes but I'm not prepared to spend the cash to find out with so many other venues to try. Such a shame, if only the food and presentation was post 1990s!!!!!"

Full menu - 12 options

All prices are estimates on menu.

Dessert

Sides

Entrées

Seafood

Main Courses

Meat Dishes

Pasta / Small Pasta Dishes

Bread

SueMidge SueMidge

I would highly recommend this restaurant...superb food, friendly helpful staff and fabulous value for money. It's a must visit food place...we will definitely return! Thank you for looking after us.

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jed967
jed967

Worst surf and turf ever. Steak returned as over cooked. Came back 10 minutes later with the same surf and veg that it left with. The chef need to learn how to cook steaks!!! Over priced and over rated


wilkosteph28
wilkosteph28

We called here for a evening meal the food was very tasty and well presented,the plates were lovely and warm which at many restaurant are cold. The service was very good,we would recommend this place for a nice cosy meal.


liamfinley
liamfinley

We had our wedding meal here and was well looked after by the very friendly staff who went out of their way to make sure we had a great day. The food was beautiful and service was second to none. I'd highly recommend going for a meal here and will definitely be going back again. Thank you. View menu


Paulsmithcasty
Paulsmithcasty

Really Impressive building externally which us slightly let down by internal decor. This has the capacity to be a top end restautant but our experience fell short of that. Italian cuisine and whilst food was good it was not particularly notable In terms of taste or presentation. Disappointing as expectations were high from external appearances.


Angela
Angela

While waiting for the Rod Stewart concert to finish in Hull (with my Mum and her friend), we were looking for a non-chain restaurant to dine at. We stumbled upon Paolo's and were impressed by its appearance. We had a pleasant chat with one of the owners, who is the son of the family. The food was delicious and generous in portions. Overall, it was a great experience and I would highly recommend it. The previous reviewer who criticized it for feeling "like going back in time" may prefer a different dining experience, such as Wetherspoons.


Mark
Mark

Wow this Italian restaurant comes in my top three experienced so far in my short life. Mine was a last minute booking for 10. The restaurant owner was accommodating and made room for our group; once again ‘Thank you’. Right; the menu was varied fish, meat, pasta and vegetable options. The food was fresh and served ‘hot’ on ‘hot plates’. The interval between courses was very well timed. The service received was outstanding again Thank You.The toilet was clean but could do with a bit of a touch up. The restaurant is over two levels; so wheel chair users must book (not sure if there is a loo down stairs). Access to the upper floor is up some spiral stairs. View menu


Seenoff
Seenoff

My brother and I stepped inside to warm up from the cold and grabbed a drink. After looking over the menu, we decided to dine at this restaurant, as I had been there once before a few years ago. We both decided to go with the set menu and were very pleased with our choice. For our starters, we enjoyed bruschetta and fish cakes, followed by a main course selection from 4 options. We both opted for the sautéed beef Stroganoff with vegetables and assorted new potatoes. To complement our meal, we ordered a bottle of Chianti. There were many options for dessert, but we both went with the classic choice of Sticky Toffee Pudding with ice cream which was absolutely delicious. The attentive restauran...


magibbins
magibbins

We were a party of twelve celebrating a family birthday and wow! did Paolo 's do it in style! This is what Italian 's do at their best......cater for groups and get it right, every time. We had rinks beforehand in the bar and then through to our tablefor a meal. there was no pre ordering, just choose what we wanted from the extensive menu as well as a blackboard with starters and main courses. Everyone seemed to choose different dishes, but they all came out together and were spot on. I started with deep fried brie in a sauce, and if I tell you that it was absolutely delicious, I wouldn 't be lying. I 've had similar dishes that were served dry with salad and a little jam, this was drenched...


PumpkinPye04
PumpkinPye04

Beautiful building but let down by the decor which is dated; marble topped tables, old carpets and a trellis screen. Fabulous selection on the menu and specials board so I was looking forward to the food. I ordered moules mariniere, and surf and turf with a salad and Italian roast potatoes. Moules mariniere is one of my all time favourites so I was pleased to see it on the specials board. However I was so disappointed I've never had it with great lumps of celery and slices of red onion in a weak watery sauce!! My husband had scallops served in a shell bit dated these days unless it's coquilles st.jacques! So I was hoping our mains Roquefort Steak rare and surf and turf medium rare would salv... View menu

Kingston upon Hull, City of

Kingston upon Hull, City of

Kingston upon Hull, known for its rich maritime history, offers traditional dishes like Hull patties and chip spice-coated fish and chips, reflecting its coastal heritage and local flavors.

Categories

  • Soup Warm and comforting soups to nourish your soul. Choose from a variety of flavorful broths and hearty ingredients, perfect for a simple appetizer or a satisfying meal on a chilly day.
  • Fish Delight in our exquisite fish dishes, crafted from the freshest catch of the day. From grilled favorites to savory stews, our menu celebrates the ocean's bounty with flavors to satisfy every palate. View menu
  • 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.
  • 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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