Phone: +441223315641
Address: 1 St Mary's Passage Cambridge, Cambridgeshire CB2 3PQ, CB2 1SP, United Kingdom
City: Cambridge
Dishes: 35
Reviews: 3406
Website: http://thesenatebistro.com/
"As we were a group of 9 we were asked to pre-order, no problem. So no idea why we were kept waiting so long to be served the place was virtually empty. The potatoes in my raclette were fried (they should be boiled) and...burned and the cheese was meagre. How the chef managed to cook dauphinoise potatoes with absolutely no flavour is beyone me. And the creme brulee was pedestrian. Others in my party spoke better of their fishcakes and chicken. Perhaps i was just unlucky with my choices. The wine list is limited and totally lacking in detail (doesn't even given the abv of the wines) And the only word I can come up with to describe the service is surly. Spent all evening wishing we'd gone to the Ivy down the road"
Menu - 35 options
All prices are estimates.
Calamari
Tender calamari rings lightly breaded and fried to golden perfection, served with tangy marinara sauce for a delightful appetizer.
Cheese Board
A curated selection of assorted cheeses, served with crackers, fruits, and nuts for a perfect pairing.
Creme Brulee
A creamy custard topped with a layer of hard caramelized sugar.
Soup Of The Day
A comforting bowl of homemade soup, featuring fresh seasonal ingredients and aromatic herbs; flavors change daily.
Chocolate Brownie
Rich, gooey chocolate brownie with a fudgy center, topped with a dusting of powdered sugar.
Chicken Caesar Salad
Grilled chicken, crisp romaine, parmesan, croutons, and Caesar dressing.
Jack
when I came by chance, probably the best calamari I had. great service, large house wine, beautiful small menu as they should be. I'm looking forward to the return.
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Hildegard
Quality gnocchi. Very good service. The man was very sorry that inside was full and as soon as a table become available he asked me if i’d like it. Also, beautiful location!
Adolphus
never been here before, but thought it looked nice, so we booked and had a fantastic pre-theater menu here, great staff, great eating and excellent atmosphere, we booked to return the next month.
Harley
Both the fishcake and linguine courses were nice. Perched at a table out on the flagstones outside behind a church on a narrow throughfare between Kings and the Market Square. Clearly a popular spot.
Oswaldo
great eating, and eating was as delicious as alway, nice service and the staff very friendly and helpful we went there a second time I love the cocktail espresso martini, we recommend this to every xxxxx
Sarah
Called in on spec and enjoyed a lovely lunch of spatchcock chicken and salad. Really nicely cooked and piping hot. Nicely decorated bistro, service friendly and efficient. Prices of drinks quite expensive but this is the centre of Cambridge. Would definitely visit again.
عزيز
I tend in the regular a bit skeptical about places that are in such good location (smack in the middle), as they tend to get a lot of drop-in customers including tourist and not necessarily have to excel as most customers do not have to go back anyway. but not here! this is a beautiful little bistro.
Boris
I had lunch with my partner and my daughter on 22/6/22 and that was really terrible. the starters were all very rocky and bland. for a main daughter and I had pasta with garnel and it was dry (no soße) and with. a strange flavor mix. my partner had fish and chips and the chips were large slices of kartoffeln instead of chips and it was all very reconsidered and inconspicuous. very disappointing and expensive.
Gabriela
this place is an absolute gem of a fund. as a couple who wished a relaxed meal in the sunshine, this place scored top brands. the location is central and close to sights, the river and other pubs that is really helpful. david greeted us and demonstrated... what a big front of the house individual he is. the food was great and offered a nice selection for a sunny evening. a really nice place with great staff and eating.
Columbus
As we were a group of 9 we were asked to pre-order, no problem. So no idea why we were kept waiting so long to be served the place was virtually empty. The potatoes in my raclette were fried (they should be boiled) and...burned and the cheese was meagre. How the chef managed to cook dauphinoise potatoes with absolutely no flavour is beyone me. And the creme brulee was pedestrian. Others in my party spoke better of their fishcakes and chicken. Perhaps i was just unlucky with my choices. The wine list is limited and totally lacking in detail (doesn't even given the abv of the wines) And the only word I can come up with to describe the service is surly. Spent all evening wishing we'd gone to th...
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Bars Discover our selection of expertly crafted cocktails, refreshing beers, and our curated list of fine wines. Perfect for unwinding with friends or pairing with your favorite dishes from our menu. Cheers!
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Wine A curated selection of fine wines from around the world, offering rich reds, crisp whites, and elegant rosés to pair perfectly with your meal. Savor each bottle's unique aroma, flavor, and complexity.
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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.
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