Reviews in Lancashire

I agree with an earlier poster that these pubs are coasting on a reputation. However, while you know that what you'll be served is usually of good quality and fresh and we do really appreciate the 'use local producers' principle - the few vegetarian options have, on the whole, been very underwhelming and we've left thinking we haven't had good value for money more than once. What's more, the three 'pubs' (let's face it, they're not really pubs) in the chain that we've been to have a very 'corporate' feel and no charm whatsoever. I think/hope the fashion for these sort of places passes or at least levels off. The gloss has certainly rubbed off for us.

We are always treated well at Marcos. The food is great, the staff are friendly, what more could you want?

4 of us dined here last night (Friday) and enjoyed some really good food. Not having been to a Caribbean restaurant before we all opted for the platters which were very good value for money. It gave us the chance to try a bit of everything off the menu and all of it was extremely delicious and we struggled to finish everything there was plenty on there! The curry deserves a special mention as do the huge king prawns. The only slight criticism was the men were a bit put out at the small choice of lager/beer on offer, they were allowed to bring drinks down from the bar upstairs, but its a bit inconvenient having to leave your table to go yourself to the pub upstairs to get a drink! The staff were friendly and polite apart from one girl who I think needs some customer training. At one point she sighed and rolled her eyes as one of us couldn't decide which cocktail we wanted off the menu. Not a good advertisement for your business. Still, despite that we would go back as the food is great and a good change from the usual eating out experience. ( I would just suggest to the owner to keep a better eye on how the waitresses are treating the customers!)

My partner and I - both vegetarian - ate at La Locanda for the first time recently and both agreed that it was perhaps the most stunning meal we'd ever eaten. All three courses were truly food taken to the highest level and, with the attentive service and cosy atmosphere, it was a dining experience that I think will be hard to beat. I sound gushing here...but it really knocked us out. We're happy to recommend this fabulous restaurant.

I'm not sure why so many people recommend this place, both myself and my partner thought it was rubbish. The staff couldn't care less when we walked in, with no "please", "thank you's", or smiles. The food was bland with not one bit of spice or flavour. Interior decor is old and tatty, could definately do with some modernisation!

food is absolutely fantastic, service is friendly and welcoming it is my favourite restaurant!!

Probably the best service of any Indian restaurant I have ever eaten in. Food always very good and excellent value. Best pickle tray ever!! Always recommend this place to my friends and family.

The Barbon Inn is set in a beautiful village, with fantastic views and great local attractions. The bar is very welcoming with a good selection of real ales and fine wines and has a real wood burning fire (which will be great on those wintery nights). The staff are polite and very helpful. The food was of an extremely high quality, using the best of the local produce, we were really spoilt for choice with the menu. The bedrooms are well decorated and very clean. All in all we enjoyed our stay very much and would heartily recommend this Inn to anyone wanting a relaxing break in the Lake District or a really nice meal in warm friendly atmosphere.

What can I say - we booked Stevenson's (The Grape's outside catering function) to cater for our wedding on 25 July. They were truly amazing. The service was impeccable, the food delectable, the guests bowled over. A formal wedding breakfast that was elegantly presented, delicious and wowed our guests was followed by a fantastic Moroccan themed BBQ. We have had nothing but rave reviews - the guys loved the black pudding and steak pie (my husband's Lancashire roots!); the girls loved the delicate starters and incredible desserts. Everyone loved the evening BBQ with nothing but compliments from the both the day and evening guests on the quality and quantity of food and seamless service. I think our wedding has not only sold a few Croston properties but has grown the Grape's fan base far and wide. In fact, a number of our guests from further afield returned on the Sunday evening to revisit the menu! We're on countdown to our 25th Wedding Anniversary when we can book them again! Thanks Helen and Stuart for making our day.

me and my husband were introduced to the buck inn by a friend years ago. we live over 7 miles away but every time we want a meal out it is always to the buck we go and to make the journey quicker we have even bought a caravan on twyn ghyll which is only 200 yrd's away so we can visit more often .The food is second to none the gammon and eggs is the best i've ever tasted and the staff always make you feel at home. lt's a place you feel at ease to go in on your own. which l have done and they go out of there way to look after you. It has a great character with old fashion values and prices to match

Guide village is one of th best Cantonese restaurants around, with this restaurant on your doorstep who needs to go to China town. Small and friendly and the best quality. If you are strapped for cash then the Sunday buffet at £10 adults and £5 for kids for a fab buffet style meal. How fab. Everyone should go!! See you there.xx

My wife and I had an evening meal at this restaurant last night. The welcome was very friendly. The food was excellent home cooked food and was well presented from a reasonable menu. The best part was the price, which was only £7.50 for 3 courses - excellent value for money. Well worth a visit!

This was some of the worst food I have ever had! I ordered a mixed chicken and donner kebab and it was so greasy the pitta bread was literally dripping with oil! I had eaten a few pieces of chicken before I realised this which made me sick all night. If you value your health and don't want to end up in A&E with severe food poisoning DON'T eat here.

I have been to countless numbers of Italian restaurants in Britain but very few compare to La Locanda. A couple of the London ones maybe. This is true authentic Italian cooking at its best. Don’t go and expect to see things like garlic bread, pizza, chicken carbonara, duck in orange sauce on the menu because you wont get them. Instead what you get is a unique Italian experience. The menu consists of a nice variety of interesting dishes. Not too many to get you confused or indecisive. Just the right amount. This is an Italian restaurant in its purist form. It’s not an English Italian restaurant, it’s an Italian restaurant in England. There’s a big difference. To add a little gloss to the whole experience I asked the owner if they ever put rabbit with polenta on the menu. She replied, “every thing is possible, just give us a week at it will be done”. Now you don’t get that level of service from your local italiano restaurant.

Fab place, fab food!!!

i love godfather's pizza, its food and service are top class. Try their calzone! They're really good.

Eat at New Season for the first time on thursday night. Odered Paella that was to die for best I have ever had. Good choice of wine and cocktails although follwoing a heavy night on wednesday did not sample this time. Service was first class especially Peter who appeared to be the restaurant manager constantly checking all our needs were met and the singer is fantastic. Not the cheapest place round but well worth it Would definitely return

Food is fantastic - service is terrible - been with friends and if you are in a big group then it's great they love you - BUT been twice now, just the two of us: waited an hour for food; main course was another 30mins later. Went again in case this was a one off - same thing 20mins to be given a drink and a menu. Asked for jasmine tea at endand they forgot. Sorry it's off my list now!