Poor experience. Loud event in the main restaurant, so ultimately a bar meal with high-end restaurant price-tag alongside tight portions that wouldn’t even fill up a nine year old. Had to go inside and break up a conversation to see if someone would even come and take our order. When the lamb arrived, my wife and I just looked at each other with “is that it!!?” expressions. Barely four mouthfuls and overpriced.
I’ve no problem paying out for a decent meal, even a minimal a la carte dish when it’s special, but there’s no relation here between the experience and the cost.
Disappointing. Just feel ripped off.
*** Absolutely APPALLING that the Bell’s response tries to insinuate I’m offended by the nature of the event - that’s disgustingly low and you should be ashamed. The event was wonderful to see actually. But if you’re offering a limited bar menu, elevating yourselves to a la carte levels and passing off bites of food at nearly thirty pounds a head and charging for side dishes because your food doesn’t come with any, then ambience, atmosphere and SERVICE is critical. We shouldn’t have to leave the table and trek back inside to work out how to place an order when the service wasn’t forthcoming. To my question at the time - as we didn’t see anyone, we wondered if we should be placing our order at the bar! That’s not high-end food price service.
As for you needing five members of staff to deal with a booking… wouldn’t you say that was unlikely? ***
Elaine draper-Smith308 days ago
Lovely atmosphere. Wonderful food. I had the Lamb Rump with crispy polenta and broccoli followed by the Coeur a la creme. All the staff are really friendly. Courtney the manager is really welcoming.
Rebecca Berry1 year ago
Don't let the exterior fool you - it's a hidden gem.
Hubby and I dined out - two courses and a bottle of wine for under £100. Both our meals were well presented and delicious. Whilst not the cheapest place in the area it was worth the price imo.
We sat in the restaurant and were an early sitting on a Saturday so perhaps this did not show the atmosphere at its best. We will go again another time and see.
All in all we had a nice visit.
Michael Lee1 year ago
The food was well presented and full of flavours ,I had the Bell burger. The burger was thick and juicy, served in a brioche bun, the thick cut bacon, and salad served with chips. I would recommend this the sweets looked great, but the bread and butter pudding was light and fluffy with great taste.
Mav Mackie1 year ago
I need to write a review for this Restuarant. We were visiting a near by spa and I saw on line the The Bell were doing a Christmas Party package on Tuesday and Thursday evenings up till Christmas so my daughter and I decided to book. We were not able to park in the allocated carpark opposite NO PROBLEM street parking is easy outside. The inside is really pleasant if a little basic BUT the staff and service totally make up for this. It was a busy night with big tables of 14 and 20 but the staff (and obviously the chef) worked like troopers to make sure everyone was served quickly and us being just a table of two were never neglected. A young singer started shortly after we got there and wow wow he was incredible not just singing wise but how he engaged with everyone and put us all at ease. The most memorable moment for us apart from the huge awesome food was the people all dancing in the isles between the tables. None were drunk they were just having the absolute best time and it was wonderful to watch. Thank you Bell Hotel for really lifting our spirits and we both wish you all and the singer a very happy Xmas and new year
Abi Higgins1 year ago
We stayed at The Bell Inn whilst visiting family in the area. The room was very comfortable and clean! Courtney and the team were great, very welcoming and friendly! The food there is delicious and fresh. The evening meal was outstanding as was the breakfast the next morning. I highly recommend this place to stay and look forward to staying again my self. Thanks you for a lovely stay Courtney and team.
Nicky Down2 years ago
We stayed at The Bell Inn whilst visiting family in the area and it was lovely!! The rooms were bright, clean and very comfortable with very tasteful decor. On arrival Courtney checked us in and made us feel very welcome and showed us around. She was so friendly and had a great sense of humour. All the staff were warm and friendly. Our evening meal was delicious (I had the shrimp and then halibut) Really good menu and quality food! To top off the perfect stay, breakfast the next morning did not disappoint either. I would not hesitate to recommend The Bell Inn to my friends and family and look forward to staying again next year. Thank you for a lovely stay!
James Vertigen2 years ago
Unbelievably delicious food, we go there time after time and it never fails to impress us. The staff are brilliant and the service it superb. I couldn’t recommend more and I no longer bother to go anywhere else.
I’ve no problem paying out for a decent meal, even a minimal a la carte dish when it’s special, but there’s no relation here between the experience and the cost.
Disappointing. Just feel ripped off.
*** Absolutely APPALLING that the Bell’s response tries to insinuate I’m offended by the nature of the event - that’s disgustingly low and you should be ashamed. The event was wonderful to see actually. But if you’re offering a limited bar menu, elevating yourselves to a la carte levels and passing off bites of food at nearly thirty pounds a head and charging for side dishes because your food doesn’t come with any, then ambience, atmosphere and SERVICE is critical. We shouldn’t have to leave the table and trek back inside to work out how to place an order when the service wasn’t forthcoming. To my question at the time - as we didn’t see anyone, we wondered if we should be placing our order at the bar! That’s not high-end food price service.
As for you needing five members of staff to deal with a booking… wouldn’t you say that was unlikely? ***
I had the Lamb Rump with crispy polenta and broccoli followed by the Coeur a la creme. All the staff are really friendly.
Courtney the manager is really welcoming.
Hubby and I dined out - two courses and a bottle of wine for under £100. Both our meals were well presented and delicious. Whilst not the cheapest place in the area it was worth the price imo.
We sat in the restaurant and were an early sitting on a Saturday so perhaps this did not show the atmosphere at its best. We will go again another time and see.
All in all we had a nice visit.
We were visiting a near by spa and I saw on line the The Bell were doing a Christmas Party package on Tuesday and Thursday evenings up till Christmas so my daughter and I decided to book.
We were not able to park in the allocated carpark opposite NO PROBLEM street parking is easy outside.
The inside is really pleasant if a little basic BUT the staff and service totally make up for this.
It was a busy night with big tables of 14 and 20 but the staff (and obviously the chef) worked like troopers to make sure everyone was served quickly and us being just a table of two were never neglected.
A young singer started shortly after we got there and wow wow he was incredible not just singing wise but how he engaged with everyone and put us all at ease.
The most memorable moment for us apart from the huge awesome food was the people all dancing in the isles between the tables. None were drunk they were just having the absolute best time and it was wonderful to watch.
Thank you Bell Hotel for really lifting our spirits and we both wish you all and the singer a very happy Xmas and new year
Our evening meal was delicious (I had the shrimp and then halibut) Really good menu and quality food! To top off the perfect stay, breakfast the next morning did not disappoint either. I would not hesitate to recommend The Bell Inn to my friends and family and look forward to staying again next year. Thank you for a lovely stay!