The St Mildred's Bay

Awful! The service was abysmal. The waiter was ignorant & we had to ask 4 times for menus before I got up and asked another.
The restaurant was quiet but we were told when booking that it was full and we had to come earlier. Not sure if it was for convenience but the staff seemed to be spending more time chatting at the bar than serving. Dirty glasses, drinks spilled, food took ages and was DISTINCTLY average. Our table was filthy, the staff had dirty nails and holding our glasses by the rim, ok some may say minor but basics for service!
If one is paying over the odds in comparison to PLENTY of super places locally then match it with the service and the average food.

I've been here twice over 3 days. 50/50 experience. 1st visit - great. Waitress was excellent, very friendly. Food was nice. Returned today with extended family. Was told 40 minute wait for food, then not a few minutes later this turned into a 1hr 30mins wait we were told. When queried with the sullen faced waitress, her response was to get the supervisor. He wasn't much better and we were fobbed off again. I asked if he had staffing issues, was told no... our conclusion is that they were trying tactics to turn us away because we had children with us. Who knows? Extended family decided to leave, we stayed. We were told they had large bookings. It was busier Friday when we went and it never got busier all the time we were there today. Curly haired waitress deserves praise, she was friendly and welcoming as any waitress should be. The young sullen one needs more training, she is not suited to be front of house staff. The only other interaction with her was she gave out the menus without saying a word or a smile. Only here for the bank holiday break, put a dampner on an otherwise lovely day at the beach

Sorry to say this but breakfast was very disappointing. Had some good meals here but the last two haven't been great. Over cooked produce, when sent back, returned just the same. Change your chef or we won't be back as there is plenty of other good restaurants in Westgate. Sorry Paul. 😞

I had genuine high hopes for this restaurant. Great vision in having remodelled the former ‘Pavs’, done to a great standard and taking full advantage of the bay views. A true value add to Westgate.

Eaten (or drinks alone) many times for lunch, dinner and snacks. Food always to a good clean standard, partially reflected in the price. Lunchtime pasta was amazing.

My last visit resulted in a discrepancy over a tip. It was settled but I left feeling there was intent, not a genuine mistake. I don’t expect to be compromised by any payment, and certainly not a tip where I am showing appreciation and discretion.

I won’t say I won’t return but the next time will be much more transactional.

Went for breakfast, my partner ordered a bacon sandwich and the bacon was off, my mum had egg Benedict and the eggs where raw in the middle, and my full English was definitely not worth the money! Waiter did not have the correct attitude and manager made us feel like we was the issue! No apology nothing! Left feeling hungry

Had high hopes that this restaurant was going to be good .
Sadly, came away disappointed.
Food was well presented and tasted okay.
The service was very poor. The staff seemed disorganised and in some cases lazy. Had to collect our drinks on the tray from the bar ourselves as got fed up waiting for them.
At that point two of the staff were stood at far end of restaurant having a natter.
Our plates weren't cleared after we finished, whilst one young lady lent over into thr kitchen just chatting away for ages to the chef with her back to our table.
If you're going to run a restaurant have someone responsible supervising the staff.
It was busy, as I'm sure it always is , given its position and its very well presented.
I think I would think about going back if the service hadn't been so poor.
Perhaps, it isn't always like that but can only go with what I experienced on the day.

OMG what a perfect Sunday roast.
Ambient and dimly lit with great staff that couldn't do enough and welcomed our dog. The food was just delicious we were all.happy with our meals. Meat cooked to perfection.
Only gripe more cauliflower cheese to share for 3 would have been appreciated as it was so GOOD. The roast potatoes were tasty but could have been a bit more crispy.
Wine selection was extensive. Great wine glasses and cutlery - I am a stickler for that!!
All in all a great experience and we will be back !!!

Great family restaurant. Came with my family (one of whom is in a wheelchair) and the staff were very friendly and accommodating. Food was great too, presented nicely and very tasty. Fab spot on the sea front!