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We got a very tasty takeaway from here whilst we were staying on holiday. Staff were very friendly and the restaurant also looked nice to eat in.

Overall, we enjoyed our time here for Sunday lunch. We think it's fair value and appreciate that they do not add service although we did. We appreciate having the choice. The service was good. Our hostess/waitress who did not introduce herself is very efficient. Service was unhurried but not too drawn out and attentive without being intrusive Our first two courses were good, particularly the mushroom course. It was beautifully creamy, and the Polenta crout was excellent What let the meal down was the beef main. We found the beef too stringy, and although the roast potatoes were good, the boiled carrots and white cabbage veggies were rather dismal. My partner called the mushroom duxelle pointless, I just found it tasteless . Overall, it was very disappointing. We had expected it to be the highlight As I have said, our first two courses were good and our pudding was enjoyable too. I loved the vanilla cream. Though my partner said it would have been nice to have a biscuity thing with it. I think that would work The decor is quite simple which we liked. It's a relaxing place to eat. The tables are a good size and the chairs are comfortable. I hate having to sit on poor quality ones. I would recommend this restaurant, but not sure we would return. Perhaps I am a philistine when it comes to beef as I am not keen on it being rare, especially when it's difficult to cut as it was here. Having a sharper knife would have helped

Estábamos en un breve descanso en York y nos dimos cuenta de este lugar mientras caminaba hacia el centro y los mercados de Navidad. Paramos a tomar café y un pequeño dulce, estaba tan muy bueno que fuimos de nuevo x 2 . Es un toque encantador conseguir un mini cono con su delicioso helado a un lado de su taza de café. También era más tranquilo que algunos de los cafés y cafeterías más céntricos porque está cerca de las murallas de la ciudad en Goodramgate

Really flavoursome and interesting food. A cut above the usual Indian restaurant ! Would highly recommend to anyone in the area. Also,they deliver takeaway in a radius of 8 miles too

It was nice enough. The location is amazing and the view stunning and very tranquil but the food was just OK. The waitress was lovely and friendly and chatty and you get a discount if you’ve been to the museum. I wouldn’t hurry back and would try one of the neighbouring places first.

We live at the end of the lane and have only just made the effort to visit....huge mistake. Calling it a coffee shop and eatery does it a huge injustice. The food is restaurant quality and then some. Freshly cooked and served by fabulous staff. We will definitely be there again, again, and again

Honesty amazing staff I went in with my 5 month old and the staff where amazing with both of us . Helping me move my monster of a buggy and made both of us feel very comfortable. The staff was quick to get me a highchair and a cushion for my bubba so I could order and eat my meal ( which was divine , dairy and gluten free) hands free for the first time in a long time . The customers (regulars) were lovely to the both of us chatting away . As a single mum who's struggling to go out I'm so glad I went to The Wallflower cafe 💖 will definitely be back .

This is a very special hotel indeed. Kept, by its exuberant owner, in 1920’s style in homage to Agatha Christie who used to stay there. Full of old pictures and bits and bobs. Our bedroom ( medium size) was very comfortable with fun roll top bath but has modern amenities as well. But was next to the kitchen extractor fan which was noisy until 11 pm All the staff, mainly young people, were outstandingly helpful and polite. Nothing was too much trouble and it was the type of service I haven’t seen for many years. Well done. It is also highly popular , and full the nights we were there. Largely I suspect because of the combined dinner, bed and breakfast offerings. At very good value for money. The food was generally delicious and fresh. Duck, halibut, sea trout and the local crab and lobsters were outstanding but the “locally caught king prawns which, like the lobster, were landed today “ were obviously frozen as were tasteless and they ( king prawns) don’t live in UK waters. That was the only disappointment on the menu, which I wouldn’t have mentioned except they had been really hyped up by the enthusiastic person I assume was the owner. Good well chosen wine list and fine cocktails The reason I haven’t given five stars is with the regimented way guests eat. Severe set 25 minute table timings for breakfast and dinner. I do understand that the kitchen needs to be paced to cook such good food to order, but the timings on offer were not good for many of the customers. By the time we arrived to check in at 3pm after a long drive we had to settle for a 6.30 supper and 9.15 breakfast. The next day breakfast wasn’t available until 9.30 … hopeless for anyone who works or has to leave earlier.. and I overheard two couples saying their 6.30pm slot was far too early for dinner , but that was all that was left because the best table times had already been given to people from outside who had booked in for a meal. You are asked to go to the bar half an hour before your meal where you receive some underwhelming amuse bouche and are expected to buy a drink whilst perusing the menu. This is to help the chef timings but also allows for tables to be turned over and reset. The last day we were there the small bar was over crowded and we had to wait an hour to be shown our table. Service was then very slow. I just couldn’t eat rich food at 9pm having waited by then two and a half hours. So because I prefer more personalised service and eating at a time that suits my stomach, and I like to be sat at my table and not held in a “ holding pen” this is not an experience I personally wish to experience again. Having said that I realise that this hotel really does suit many of its guests, who really loved it. So it’s only my own opinion and I suspect I’m in a very small minority

Popped in for a takeaway coffee and the very kind gentleman offered to bring it out to me at my car because I'd mentioned I had a sleeping baby in the back. He brought the coffee to my window, served with a warm smile and kind words! Made my day. The coffee was delicious too! Thank you.

Excellent food as always! Best Pies I've experienced… If you like your food this place delivers every time… Make sure you visit this Pub!

Never had a best burger in my life tried yesterday from them one of the best burgers Best taste in the town Boys were so kind nice

Amazing service and food. Just go. 100 characters so I need to say more but just go anyway as the service is just great and the food is even better.

We were looking for somewhere for a family pre Christmas meal. We did not want usual turkey and tinsel. We contacted Sofia's Columbian kitchen, our second visit, to ask if she could cater for us on a Friday lunchtime. Amazing experience, a taste of columbia all cooked by Sofia in her home. Fantastic food. It certainly brought some sunshine into our lives. A wonderful experience. She is so welcoming and happy to explain christmas Columbian style and is very proud of her heritage. Sombreros, maracas the works, ending with a dance session if that's what you like. She absolutely exceeded our expectations and is very proud of her roots.ristme

We enjoyed their Far Eastern night, with outstanding food and wine and the very pleasant company of the owners.Highly recommended

We have been dining at The Gourmet Bar for so long, we never thought to leave a review before. But we really should, especially after today’s gorgeous christmas treat. Myself, OH and our dog eat here mostly on weekends. For those who have never sampled the delights of the fabulous chef here ( Dal…such a lovely person and his food is out of this world! ) then you are missing a treat. The Sunday lunches are superb. Today, we had a partial Christmas menu of the chicken and mushroom Wellington ( wow!), with the trimmings, plus a dessert of the trio of chocolate and the cheese board. The Wellington was simply delicious! The veg was cooked to perfection, the gravy…well, whatever the secret is, we need to know!…..the potatoes were perfect…but the melt in your mouth chocolate mousse, it was heaven 🤩 People really don’t seem to know how amazing the food is at The Gourmet Bar ( which is in the Novotel, Fishergate York) - I’m not certain people even know of the Sunday lunch menu. But it’s absolutely worth a trip. On normal Sundays, the Yorkshire puddings are better than anywhere else in the area, which is why we, as local residents, come back week on week. But the Christmas menu, which is on throughout December, is also fantastic. There is a huge selection of drinks…it’s dog friendly in the bar area, it’s stylish, clean, very laid back, and if you are lucky enough to have Dal there cooking for you, plus the wonderful waiting staff ( Salvi & Karl are always friendly and welcoming), then you can guarantee a lovely meal and perfect atmosphere. 🙌🏽