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Bury St Edmunds Spa Hotel, Bury Saint Edmunds IP29 5PH, United Kingdom

🛍 Tea, Cafés, Seafood, European

4.1 💬 34 Reviews
Woodlands

Phone: +33186995715

Address: Bury St Edmunds Spa Hotel, Bury Saint Edmunds IP29 5PH, United Kingdom

City: Bury Saint Edmunds

Dishes: 27

Reviews: 34

"Server at the bar (supervisor, I think was almost impossible to hear, and I had to take my tea back and ask for a new one when I realised she had not given me decaff as requested (pregnancy dictates decaff! she swapped it without a fuss. Food was great, although I was disappointed there was no seafood option (tuna, prawn mayo, etc for the jacket potatoes. Foccacia was excellent, sourdough slightly stale. Friend had mezze platter without bread but was disappointed there were no stuffed vine leave available. Otherwise her food was great. My mocktail was large and tasty, but we asked for a large glass of Prosecco for my friend and ended up with a champagne flute full. Mostly great although definitely a few tweaks to make to improve to five star service."

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Great restaurant very slow service just to get our drinks.

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Julia
Julia

Staff were very accommodating with all our food intolerance. Very friendly and patient.


Glenda
Glenda

Delicious food in a bustling restaurant, with staff who go above and beyond. The service was outstanding. Thank you!


User
User

The ambiance was beautiful, the service was great, and the environment was comfortable. I wasn't entirely at ease with the color of some of the buns in my bun and mayonnaise jacket potato, but I chose to simply overlook it.


User
User

Really enjoyed my brunch. Very good breakfast menu. Poached eggs on gluten free toast was excellent. And the decaf latte was also really good. I sat in a sunny window and highly enjoyed it. Staff were very friendly, polite and helpful.


User
User

It took 25 minutes to have our order taken and then I had to ask the waiter to take it. We also ordered tea which never came. The food was good when it did arrive. The restaurant was not busy (3 other couples) so no excuse for tardiness.


User
User

We enjoyed both breakfast and afternoon tea at the restaurant. The pain au chocolat was fabulous—soft and flaky, I couldn’t resist ordering another! The afternoon tea was one of the best I’ve ever had, and I’ve tried many! The ham in the sandwiches was incredibly delicious; we both noticed and commented on it. The scones were large, super fresh, and absolutely delicious. The service was warm and attentive, with a helpful staff who made everything feel effortless.


User
User

During our visit to the restaurant, we noticed many dirty tables when we were seated. There seemed to be plenty of staff, but they weren't very attentive. We ordered two glasses of champagne, some broth, and two jacket potatoes to start. The champagne arrived and was delightful. However, the creamy water we ordered never showed up. After a wait of 45 minutes, our jacket potatoes finally arrived, but they didn’t look very appealing, and the coleslaw was a bit off. We mentioned that we still hadn't received our broth, and it finally arrived on the side. Overall, we were very disappointed with the food service.


User
User

The staff were lovely, very polite and friendly. The service was excellent, but we were disappointed by the quality and availability of the food. Some options on the menu were not available at the time we booked, which was frustrating for one of our party, who has a very restricted diet (for medical reasons). The bread for the sandwiches was almost stale, and it looked as though the kitchen was running out of certain fillings, as some sandwiches were more bread than anything else! Considering the price of the food, we expected much much better. I'd give the staff five stars, but the food really isn't up to scratch.


User
User

Server at the bar (supervisor, I think was almost impossible to hear, and I had to take my tea back and ask for a new one when I realised she had not given me decaff as requested (pregnancy dictates decaff! she swapped it without a fuss. Food was great, although I was disappointed there was no seafood option (tuna, prawn mayo, etc for the jacket potatoes. Foccacia was excellent, sourdough slightly stale. Friend had mezze platter without bread but was disappointed there were no stuffed vine leave available. Otherwise her food was great. My mocktail was large and tasty, but we asked for a large glass of Prosecco for my friend and ended up with a champagne flute full. Mostly great although defi...

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  • Tea Explore our selection of soothing teas, offering both classic and exotic blends. Perfectly brewed to awaken your senses, indulge in our range for a moment of tranquility and flavor in every sip.
  • Cafés Charming cafés offering a variety of freshly brewed coffees and teas, along with light snacks, pastries, and desserts. Perfect for a morning pick-me-up or an afternoon treat in a cozy atmosphere.
  • Seafood Dive into the freshest catches of the sea with our seafood selection, featuring exquisite dishes prepared with high-quality fish and shellfish. Savor the flavors of the ocean in every bite!
  • European Delight in a culinary journey across Europe with our exquisitely crafted menu, featuring authentic dishes from France, Italy, Spain, and beyond, using the freshest ingredients to bring traditional flavors to life.

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