Didn't know about this place before, Now I do and will return again. Beautiful hotel in a beautiful part of the world.
bogwoppett
The Crystal Restaurant is open to non-residents. The menu is modern english/ european with strong french influences.
The food was outstanding. The restaurant obviously sources high quality and fresh produce, and then prepares it to the highest standards.
We had the Sea Bass, which was just perfect. And the fillet of beef, which has got to be one of the best fillets of beef we have ever tasted.
The presentation is a little over-fussy, but not surprising as they are proud of their food.
The service was very attentive and the courses perfectly timed.
The Victorian Hall is in a beautiful setting, and the decor reeks of genuine old luxury, with wood panelling and paintings on every side.
The gardens are beautiful, and if your table is by a window you have a lovely view. -This must be a dream location for wedding receptions!
However, with a dress code (-no jeans!) and slightly snooty staff, the atmosphere is a trifle stuffy and formal. We found to difficult to relax, and found ourselves heading off for more soothing surroundings without any spoken debate.
But we're glad we tried it, if only for the food which would not be out of place on the table of a gourmet restaurant in Paris.