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The Hopping Hare

British, International • Northampton
Sugarvine
4.6/5
(01604) 580090 18 Hopping Hill Gardens, Duston, Northampton, NN5 6PF (01604)5…Show
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Luxurious Northampton two-AA-rosette restaurant with rooms.
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About The Hopping Hare

The Hopping Hare is a privately owned two-AA-rosette restaurant with 20 luxurious en-suite bedrooms. It’s situated just two miles from Northampton town centre and close to the Althorp Estate, which provides much of the game on the menu in season. Executive Chef Karl Penny (ex-Waddesdon Estate in Aylesbury) delivers a Modern English menu which offers excellent-quality food at great-value prices. Where possible, produce is sourced from local suppliers and these are proudly name-checked on their website. The stylish bar has intimate corners and fireside sofas and the contemporary dining room is cleverly zoned to accommodate couples and groups. The Hopping Hare is a great choice for a celebration too with the popular Conservatory available for exclusive use for larger parties.

Sugarvine
4.6
Food 4.5/5
Service 4.6/5
Atmosphere 4.6/5
Value for Money 4.5/5
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Opening Times
Mon 12:00 - 21:30 —
Tue 12:00 - 21:30 —
Wed 12:00 - 21:30 —
Thu 12:00 - 21:30 —
Fri 12:00 - 22:00 —
Sat 12:00 - 22:00 —
Sun 12:00 - 20:30 —
Breakfast served from 7am-9am Monday to Friday and 8am-9.30am Saturday.
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Dawn Harvey
Pre Christmas meal with family 7 of us. Atmosphere was good , all very clean, food was excellent, Maddie our waitress was an entertainment in itself I can see her at the appollo in London. Thank you
Jan
You cannot fault the Hopping Hare. The food and service is always of an exceptional standard. The menu is varied and well priced.
Christine Lloyd
Eaten here several times and it never disappoints. The food is amazing and really well presented. The menu is innovative and interesting. I had a goats cheese starter followed by sea bream and both were really good. Just about managed to fit in a lemon tart which was also delicious. We’ll be back soon
Mike
The service was great and the food was fabulous. Only suggestions for improvement would be to have more 'sauce' with the pork loin and the beef brisket. Also, the flavour of the curly kale was a bit overpowering. Maybe try a bed of brocoli instead, or leeks? Oh, and the pear dessert we thought would be a warm pear. Still a delicious meal though, and really couldn't fault the service. Fab place.
5.0
Cherryl Law
Not our first visit, won’t be our last. The food is fabulous; excellent locally sourced ingredients cooked to perfection with stunning presentation. Service team are friendly and efficient, cannot fault it.
Jennifer
Incredible food with a warm relaxing atmosphere it was busy but the staff were friendly and on the ball. The restaurant was filled with a couple of large parties however we didn't wait at all for service. We thoroughly enjoyed the food and all the flavours cooked and presented perfectly.
3.0
Karen Hobson
We had our company Christmas lunch on Friday. I would like to say that the food was amazing. This is a great place to go to have your Christmas lunch.
Bill Hutcheon
A meal for four persons. Welcomed by a member of staff and shown to table in bar area, quote comfortable. Menus came quickly and at sane time drinks order taken. Meal requirements were taken efficiently and after a reasonable time the food was brought to table. All orders were delivered correctly. Quality of food was good and plentiful and enjoyed by all. Sweets and coffees were also brought to table after reasonable rest period. All members of my party were totally satisfied with the meal and it's presentation and was considered good value for money. The waiting staff were extremely patient and helpful. No rush to get us off the table which is refreshing and an overall sign of the welcoming nature of the restaurant.
Jaime o’beirne
Stayed over in the hotel. 3 course Christmas menu was faultless. Service excellent and friendly. We will be back. Thanks for a 10/10 meal and evening.
Bob
Went for lunch with 2 colleagues and as always greeted with a smile and quickly seated at our table. Went for my favourite, fish and chips, which never fails to deliver, so much so all 3 of us had the same! And for dessert we had the Christmas pudding, which was not strictly on the menu as it was part of the Christmas menu only which we were not having, but our waitress pulled some strings for us so we could have it - excellent service. Looking forward to next time already!
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The Hopping Hare File

Fact File

Main dining room capacity 90
Booking policy Reservations preferred
Best seat Conservatory area most popular
Max group booking size 50
Outside dining space Yes
Outside dining spaces 40
Outside dining details Garden and patio with tables and umbrellas
Overnight accommodation available Yes
Average 3 course lunch price (excluding drinks) £28
Average 3 course evening meal price (excluding drinks) £35
House wine price £21.50
Wines available 36
Alcohol license Fully licensed

Special Dietary Requirements

Vegetarian catering Some vegetarian main course options
Vegan catering Vegan Main Course Options on Menu
Halal catering No Halal Food
Wheat/Gluten catering Wheat / Gluten Free options on menu

Family Friendly

Children's menu Yes
Baby changing Yes
High chairs Yes

Disabled Facilities

Wheelchair access throughout facility Yes
Dedicated disabled toilets Yes
Dedicated disabled parking Yes

Additional Information

Wifi Free
Payment by credit card Yes
Payment by debit card Yes
Drink without food Yes