March 2024 by Rhiannon Williams
Firstly, if I could score a zero score I would . So we were staying local at this cafe had been highly recommend. Unfortunately for us what an awful experience basically ruined my weekend away . So we came here on Friday 15th for breakfast . (Full English was good nothing wrong with it ) then we have pancakes and we find porcelain in our pancakes which was of a size to have cut our throats if swallowed. To which we left and cancelled our dinner reservations for the following day . I then received a phone call from Tom a manager to offer his sincere apologies to be then asked to come back still and dinner was on them . I was very hesitant to this and my partner said to give you another chance to which I wasn?t open on . So we came last night ( our last night of our holiday ) to walk away crying . My food came out and the rice was of a texture of rice pudding . Lamb that was meant to be Mizo glaze and it was not . Then the long stem broccoli tempura is supposed to have a crunch this did not either taste at all like it was supposed to . Was full of oil and grease . On top of this I would of expected exceptional service and to be highly looked after which we were not . Considering what happened . So not only did you ruin my holiday and our birthday celebrations but you?ve lost a potential wedding customer now as well . I would have thought someone in management would have reached out to us today so I have purposely left doing a review straight away but I?m shocked at how you?ve got such reviews after this awful experience . And 2 times wasting my time coming in .
March 2024 by Iffy cct
Vowed never to patronise again when we last visited ( November 2023 ) as the food was so disappointing, but tempted by the new Spring menu we decided to give it another go for lunch. Costly error. Service was slow, and the food continues to disappoint. Mussels were overdone mini erasers, coconut rice very undercooked and inedible. Very hot sticky toffee pudding melted the ice cream completely into the large portion of runny syrupy toffee in under a minute on the table, leaving a piece of very dry cake swimming in a not very appetising pale liquid. This is definitely the last time we visit.
March 2024 by Valentina Trapanà
Amazing experience... especially if you eating in the barn...the athmosphere is simply magic!
March 2024 by Therese Coleman
The food was excellent! Being a fussy vegetarian I was over the moon with what the chef made me , a lovely vegetable wellington. My friends food was also delicious. Would highly recommend.The staff are so friendly too .
January 2024 by Anonymous397
Went there for a birthday lunch after having seen Grace Dent give a good review. Beautiful location, made all the better by sunshine sparkling on a heavy hoar frost, but the restaurant itself was really cold. I put my outdoor coat on again after the starter, my husband never took his off. When we arrived, on time, there were about a dozen people in a room that could seat at least ten times that number, but it nonetheless took almost twenty minutes before anyone came to give us menus and take a drinks order (enjoyed my Orchard mocktail, tasty and attractively-presented) and a further twenty minutes before the starters arrived. We'd been seated in the cold for more than an hour before we got our mains. The food was tasty but the portions were very small. My main (pork fillet with black pudding) was delicious and well cooked, but starter-size. It came with creamed leeks but only a scant dessertspoonful, and a memorable rich and flavoursome gravy but, again, a scant dessertspoonful. I'm not a big eater but I finished my main course hungrier than when I first arrived! Many good things about the meal, but overall not an experience I'll be repeating.
January 2024 by Valerie Solly
Another visit to the Hidden River Cafe .Equally as good as first visit.See you again in June .
January 2024 by Emma Hoey
We had breakfast in the barn on New Year's Day. It was lovely food in an even lovelier setting. Would love to go back in the summer.Vegetarian options: Vegetarian alternatives are available
January 2024 by Elly Finley
We went here for a family meal (includong two teens and grandparents too). The restaurant itself is lovely, it has stunning views, high ceilings and lots of wooden beams decorated with pretty fairy lights. The views are brilliant and we happily spent the afternoon feeling cozy here. It was busy, but not packed, but its worth booking. The food was really delicious. There were lunch style options as well as a tasty evening menu, bot with a nice balance of veggie options too. For the quality I thought the prices were really reasonable too. I can't wait to visit here again when I'm back up north!
December 2023 by Clark Morton
What a location, lovely food, They d ran out of the dessert that I fancied but I quickly overcame my brief disappointment and chose another which was nice. I ll definitely come back for a special occasion.
December 2023 by Dana Hackney
This place is an absolute hidden gem, super welcoming off the grid small venue with charming atmosphere and views, we were serve throughout the evening be Ewen and Paige, both of them made sure we were happy with every step of our experience while also giving us the time to enjoy ourselves and the amazing food on offer, I have to say for someone like myself who loves to dine out, every part of this menu was immaculate, the steak was perfectly cooked, I asked for med rare towards rare and the chef read my mind, the menu is extensive enough to give everyone an option they are happy with, but also not over bearing with options, the staff made the experience just as much as the food, will dine here every time we are in the area from now on, thankyou again to Ewen and Paige, from the Doll family, we are extremely greatful
December 2023 by Dana H
This place is an absolute hidden gem, super welcoming off the grid small venue with charming atmosphere and views, we were serve throughout the evening be Ewen and Paige, both of them made sure we were happy with every step of our experience while also giving us the time to enjoy ourselves and the amazing food on offer, I have to say for someone like myself who loves to dine out, every part of this menu was immaculate, the steak was perfectly cooked, I asked for med rare towards rare and the chef read my mind, the menu is extensive enough to give everyone an option they are happy with, but also not over bearing with options, the staff made the experience just as much as the food, will dine here every time we are in the area from now on, thank you again to Ewen and Paige, from the Doll family, we are extremely grateful.
December 2023 by Eileen Longworth
The festive menu is varied, a choice for all requirements. The food was delicious, not a crumb left on our platesThe vanilla pannacotta was a revelation! Just the thing to round a great meal off nicely.Vegetarian options: Vegetarian and Vegan options. Varied recipes too, not your basic offerings that are available elsewhere.
December 2023 by Matthew Williams
An amazing hidden gem that I found en route from Gilnockie Tower to Hadrian's Wall. A perfect stop for a liesurely sunny afternoon lunch. Quiet, peaceful setting, beautiful smallish but open building with lots of windows and outdoor seating as well. The dishes I ordered were put together very well and were flavored nicely. Easily the best meal I had in the UK on this trip. Thank you!
December 2023 by 7SallyD
What a discovery! Delightful cafe set in the countryside looking very festive and with a cosy warm atmosphere. The Sunday lunch was scrummy, and the staff were all pleasant and friendly. Really made a fuss of the pupster and she got a biscuit! Will definitely be back.
December 2023 by Iain W
Went for lunch at the cafe. They had the Christmas menu on which had a good selection of meals some with a GF option which pleased my wife. The food is great although the portions are rather small for me but if you want more there are plenty of side dishes you can have, We had great service from Ewan who was our server and made sure we were looked after. Very friendly place and the food is excellent.
