Talbooth Restaurant Reviews Summary

Food Quality

Pros:

• "The food products are fresh and of very good quality."
• "The food was incredible."
• "However the beef fillet I did have was cooked to perfection."
• "Food is three courses of perfection."
• "The quality of the food was exquisite."
• "The food it was absolutely incredible, beautifully presented, fresh and perfect."
• "The food was cooked to perfection and châteaubriand steak was to die for."

Cons:

• "The food was clearly made of high quality ingredients but tasted like the chef had grown complacent."
• "Only the potato had a hint of seasoning, everything else was entirely bland and totally disappointing."
• "Some meals served cold when shouldn't of been."
• "Didn't have everything advertised on the menu."
• "The dishes were mediocre, lacking the finesse and attention to detail that elevate a dining experience."
• "food was OK with OK service however a lot of little things that let this place down when paying these sort of prices."
• "I had the guinea fowl press to start which was under seasoned and quite bland."

Service

Pros:

• "Wonderfully attentive staff."
• "Service was very friendly and efficient."
• "The service was outstanding as was the food."
• "The service was second to none."
• "Friendly but professional service, understated decor and comfortable seats, too - all contribute to the experience."
• "Top quality as always. Delicious and beautifully presented food."
• "The staff were attentive and welcoming."

Cons:

• "We didn't have a reservation but popped by on a Saturday afternoon for lunch. Unfortunately, we were not made feel welcome and treated a bit out of place."
• "The service was so slow."
• "There's a problem inside the restaurant business when it comes to their treatment of upcoming staff and current staff alike."
• "I dined at the restaurant on Thursday with 5 other people, considering the price they charge for the food the level of service was unacceptable."
• "Service was poor, four of us had eaten our starter before the fifth had arrived."
• "I was disgusted with how they treated their staff, there was a lovely black girl working in there with braids... I'm sure I witnessed some racial abuse."
• "Unfortunately, we didn't receive the warm welcome we had hoped for, leaving us uncertain about the reason."

Atmosphere & Location

Pros:

• "The stunning setting and incredible food, drink and service make this a go-to destination for an unrivaled dining experience."
• "Gorgeous setting by the River Stour, well presented and delicious food with attentive staff."
• "Had afternoon tea here in the marquee. Lovely! Live singer added to the enjoyable atmosphere."
• "Lovely riverside location."
• "Being seated at your table is the moment you take in the splendour of not only the view outside but the interior - historic beams, chic chandeliers and modern notes."
• "Fabulous! The setting is absolutely delightful, very scenic especially on the beautiful sunny evening that we were there."
• "The setting is fabulous set right on the river."

Cons:

• "we visited on a foggy evening in January which meant we couldn't enjoy the views."
• "Upon arrival had several guests drunkingly staggering around swearing, so first impression wasn't great as the staff just laughed it off."
• "Only downside is the seating, we sat in a row of diners, the nearest of which might as well have been at our table."
• "We were given a table on the garden terrace enclosure, stuck in a corner by the drain."
• "Wifi connectivity not the best in this area."
• "There's ample parking but no signs so you just have to guess."
• "Was a little shocked at the dust and cobwebs on the chandeliers above the table."

Value

Pros:

• "Lovely spot for a special meal (anniversaries/birthdays etc)."
• "I admit on the beginning I was concerned about the prices but at the end I have to say that is worth each penny!!!!"
• "Yes, expensive, but no surprise there and actually great value for money."
• "Prices are, in my opinion, reasonable, especially when compared to many gastro pubs who are not in the same league quality wise and charge an almost similar amount."
• "This is a great place in every respect. A little pricey.........but worth it!"
• "Yes it’s pricey but you get what you pay for."
• "It is not cheap but the quality of the food is worth it."

Cons:

• "In one word: overpriced."
• "food was OK with OK service however a lot of little things that let this place down when paying these sort of prices."
• "Our meal wasn’t value for money costing more than double the price of equivalent food elsewhere."
• "The food was okay but far too expensive for the quality and nothing to write home about."
• "Food was as expected for the price, the wine is overpriced service felt a bit rushed."
• "All in all a nice experience but won't come back. It felt like the prices were high partially because of the quality and partially to keep the clientele within a certain bracket."
• "Charged me £10 for a shandy!"