Biddick Inn in Sunderland

House wine Jack Rabbit - really!!! And £23 Can't you buy Italian wine as the house wine. Then they even brought the wrong one and lipstick on both glasses Food was nice

Went here for Sunday lunch service was poor there was no salt or pepper on the table. I asked for this along with mint sauce and was told it would be straight out,it never came. Two dinners came out then eventually the third dinner came with a bowl of veg. The waitress then came with salt and pepper then a bowl of gravy whilst we sat watching our dinner getting cool. Why all the sauces and condiments did not come out first is beyond me. What is the point of a cooling dinner waiting for basics. In saying that the meals were very nice however cool. I think the place needs managed better.

This place is amazing! The atmosphere is very friendly and we were made to feel very welcome. We had the dog with us and he was welcome to sit by the table while we had our meal. The food was outstanding. It was steak night so we had the steak night special which was fantastic in standard and value. All staff were really friendly and professional. Great time spent here. This pub is well worth the five star rating.

Beautiful surroundings good service friendly staff. Didn't have to wait long for food. Food was superb. Really delicious 😋 xx

We came here about a year ago on a Sunday and the meal was lovely. Staff professional and couldn’t do enough for us. A year on, staff are absolutely on point and so cheerful but the meal has gone down hill (Sunday). I can’t believe they charged us for extra gravy (£1)when there was hardly anything on our plate. The meat looked and tasted bland and the vegetables were rock hard We couldn’t cut them. My husband had the pork with “crackling” which he loves and he got a tiny piece. We were asked if everything was ok but that was as we started meal and not half way through. We also didn’t have time to complain as we knew the food would then take a lot longer and we were on a short timescale. The Yorkshire pudding filled nearly half of the plate to make the meal look huge- and it was very tasty, but probably better on a side plate. Unfortunately, we won’t be back on a Sunday but can’t fault staff or service.

Visited as a party of ladies on 10 Aug. The room in which we sat was really nice and comfortable. We had a mixed menu as there were 7 of us but everyone enjoyed their food. Prices were very reasonable and I would definitely visit again.

the restaurant itself was nice inside and staff were very friendly. we went about 6.30.and it was starting to fill.up.asked for wine menu that we we were told they couldnt find ? so we didnt bother .it did take a long time to get drinks and we ordered another round that never came and had to ask again . seemed like the staff were disjointed with no direction. our starters were nice. the steak night offer was a great deal , and the bottle of wine that came with it wasn't house red either and was a good mod range red. I would try again as we enjoyed it just needs someone in charge of front of house to.oversee

Brilliant food and service very friendly and helpful staff fish cooked perfectly and my husbands pollo Nero was delicious

I really enjoyed the food, would definitely go again, helpful and friendly staff, pleasant atmosphere. Perfect place for lunch.

Stopped off for a summer lunch and was not disappointed again. Quality of food and service was just great. So pleased that they were able to offer some dairy free options.

First visit and not disappointed . Saturday lunch out. Great staff and easy on site parking. Definitely be back.👍👍👍 Priced ok.

Just had afternoon tea at The Biddick’s, amazing food and superb service. Thank you so much for a great afternoon. Would definitely recommend , fantastic value

Never been as disappointed with a Sunday dinner. Should have known when the two meals arrived so soon after order that it was slap dash. Vegetables uncooked lamb shank stringy. My wife had pork and sent her meal back as it was barely warm. Obviously no crackling left as two pieces of pork scratching on the plate. Fine dining UGH. No one bothered to ask if the meal was alright. They probably knew the answer Never again

Food was unquestionably good, no one had any complaints, however service was slow. Table for 4 people was booked at 7:15, starters werent received until 8:30 and mains until 9:15. Good wine and good company meant it wasn’t a huge deal, but really it was a bit of a wait and we were only a table of 4 so it was probably unjustified.

Great food, great service, great ambience, great setting. Good to see a local restaurant trying to do something different and presenting it so we'll. Friendly and efficient staff. Reasonable prices.

Brilliant Thai Tapas experience! The service and food were phenomenal. We particularly liked the beef rendang curry and chicken Katsu! Can’t wait to try steak night. Never felt so welcomed in a restaurant. Amazing!!

Veg raw, mashed potato was like mush, steak and ale pie was tasty but nearly all fatty lumps of steak, family member ordered salmon and cod pie, nearly all of the dish was mashed potato with only a few small pieces of salmon and a few flakes of cod and again veg was practically raw, mentioned it to a waitress to be told they would tell the chef, will never go there again

I absolutely love the food here I love the chicken kebabs. The chips and onion rings are ridiculous. I often come here for food. I enjoy the ambience and when next door have live music on as I can have some food and listen to a band what more do you want to do on a Saturday night. The only slight Negative is the restaurant decor is a bit bland and he’s not in fitting with the building.

Meal for 10 of our family. As over 6 people we had to pre book our meals which made the service all the more disappointing. The meals all came out very slowly two at a time with gaps of a couple of minutes in between. Steaks arrived first with no chips which did not appear until all the other main courses were served. So some people had nearly finished their main courses before others arrived. (One mistake with a wrong order). Dishes very slow to be cleared. Desert menus given but no-one came to take our order so we had to do that ourselves at the bar. The food when it came was very good. I know this was a Saturday night but reservations shouldn't be taken for large parties if they cannot cope. The staff seemed to be hanging around and chatting together in the bar and not taking notice of customers needs in our room. I have been before on a lunchtime weekday when service was very good. Food lovely but this is the first time anywhere we have not left a tip because of bad service and felt quite bad about this but we needed to make a point.

Staff were exceptional very friendly and made us feel very welcome. Food was very nice and well priced. We will definitely be back

Celebrating my sons birthday, we had the ‘Kings Board’. A huge meal for four; consisting of whole chicken, lamb kebabs, tomahawk steak, rolled pork & stuffing, sausages, mushrooms, sweet potato fry’s and chips, onion rings, pitta bread and tomatoes plus loads of dips. I’ve probably missed something out. Everything cooked to perfection and delicious. This was a meal and a half. Beautifully served by great staff. I knew I’d forget something…corn cobs… HIGHLY recommended.

We hired the the bar area and garden out for my mam and dad retirement on Saturday gone. All I can say is it was amazing venue/ garden food was beautiful and the staff were amazing made there night so special a big thank you to Monica who looked after us you have a fab pub and a fab team we wouldn’t book anywhere else for a privet function. Thank you so much

We had lunch at the Biddick on a "special " day for us and it did not disappoint as the staff were friendly with just the right level of attentiveness. and the food was well cooked and well presented. There was plenty of choice on the menu and all meals coming out ( you know how you always have a discreet look at what other people are having ) also looked really good. I would definitely recommend the Biddick.

Family meal with teenage children. Went on recommendation from friends. Lovely, clean setting. Good menu with lots of choice. Main meal, we ordered two sirloin steaks, sirloin skewers and chicken pasta. Meat quality very disappointing! Steak totally over cooked considering we ordered rare and medium rare, came out medium if not more and very, very tough! Offered no steak knifes...... which didn't help! And chicken had lots of gristle which was put on the side of the plate. Tasty but quality poor or poorly cooked??? Service good, staff pleasant. Average marks as steak wasn't cheap with a disappointing result. Everything else was good. Would I go back, I don't know......

Another delicious lunch. Food speaks for itself excellent as always but the Biddick shines due to the impeccable service and attentive customer relations. We don’t go every week but we go often and small details are alway remembered which makes a huge difference- thank you Monica your family snd your team

Very nice place, went for Sunday lunch couldn’t fault it staff were very good pleasant and it’s well worth the price

We had not been to the Biddick for some time but had heard that it had been taken over and re-vamped and decided to try it for lunch. We were-pleased we did as we had a lovely meal. The decor has been updated and is modern, restaurant style and staff were friendly and helpful . The food was good, well presented, hot and freshly cooked. The warm bread buns were welcome as we waited for our meal. If you are looking for a good place to eat I would recommend the Biddick and we will definitely return

It was a sad day when I popped in to The Biddick (a pub we've used for many years) for a quick pint after a long bike ride. I thought I'd pop in, grab a pint, sit outside, and watch the world go by on my day off. People used to be able to buy beer at either bar, but not now. You used to be able to sit at the front, but not now. We have also, in the past, bought a pint and crossed the road to sat by the river, but not now. Under the new dictatorship, I was ushered to the bar area to buy my beer. Why? Then, when I explained, I just wanted a pint I was told again in the bar area. Again, why? I then explained that because I have a bike, I just like to go over the road, sit in peace, and enjoy a beer. No, again. You can now only sit in the rear garden, but they would open the side gate to let me in with my bike. Now, the front of this so-called public house has a beautiful outlook of Fatfield Bridge and the river Wear it crosses, but the new dictatorship has completely ignored this and forced its customers into the back garden with only a view of a brick wall. Stunning or stunningly stupid. They didn't get my money (£5 a pint), I left and went to The Victoria, which isn't a dictatorship, sells cheaper beer, and has better food. Oh, and you can sit wherever you like. A lesson on how to get a bad review in 4 minutes flat and not make any money. A masterclass. The dictatorship can write whatever they like as a retort, but they'll never get my money.

Visited the Biddick inn on Sunday and what a lovely experience it was, friendly staff, quick service and great food. Would highly recommend

Wish I'd never went back a few days ago my friend and I had a good experience nice hot meal good staff, but today something went really badly, after a long wait for lunch it arrived cold hardly any vegetables,what tasted like instant mash and...

Lovely little restaurant by the river. Staff very professional but welcoming. Lovely comfortable dining area. Took drink order, lovely choice of wines, quickly. Extensive menu, but we chose lunch offer. Brought us fresh warm bread while we waited for meal. Iced water brought as well....

After having said we would never return New owners so we thought let’s go I’m really pleased we did it’s hard to imagine the old place it looks great now The food was spot on the veg was cooked perfect Service was spot on We...

Fantastic food fabulous service and surroundings staff were so friendly and welcoming thank you We even had sweet then need a walk before going home we will be back

14 of us had lunch today and everyone enjoyed both their meal and the high standard of service. The quality of the food was very good and a number of minor variations to the meals were catered for. Staff were excellently turned out, attentive and...

Food and service were excellent. All staff, although young were very attentive, personable and all very smartly dressed. My only minor criticism was as a vegetarian I paid the same price for my Sunday dinner (£11.95) as my wife who had roast beef. I had...

Took my Mam there for a coffee as we were visiting the place we both used to live. We were given a warm welcome by the owner and the lady member of staff. The place has recently been refurbished to a high standard. The menus...

The new owners have turned this place around. Great food and great service. I have been a few times and it hasn’t disappointed yet. They are also very accommodating for food allergies and gave me 100% confidence in not only choosing the right ingredients but...

Food was amazing and quick service jamell was an amazing waiter and looked after us well! Could not recommend more and will be back! Thank you again

Arrived at 2.00 for lunch at 2.30 were ushered in bar understandable as first diners were in lounge. Could not sit at tables as they were set up with cups and mince pies for first diners. Eventually got sat at our table at 2.45. Felt...

First time here since it’s been revamped ,really impressed when we walked in ,the decor is lovely very welcoming,the staff are excellent Lorenzo ,and Robbie were great looking after us ,and a blonde lady she was very attentive aswell can’t remember her name,the food was...

Very disappointing we visited for works Xmas night, service was terrible food was mediocre, seating was squashed booked for but only 13 turned up but table was only set for twelve, Didn’t feel like they knew what they were doing and no crackers etc on...

Visited the restaurant for the first time today. Food was delicious and as there wasn’t many gluten free or vegetarian dishes on the lunch menu we were told we could order from the a la carte menu. This was a really nice thing to do...

Lovely meal (second visit) with friends sadly spoilt by other inconsiderate diners who were so loud we struggled to hear each other speak…..good food, Christmas fare good value, generous portions and useful to be able to order from the main menu. Service mixed though the...

Took my ladies there today for Christmas dinner as usual lovely meal staff and owners fantastic,thank you Larenzo Francesco and mam,Trish.

Called in for a cuppa while out on a long dog walk, I have a very naughty Jack Russell, my friend went in first to see if they had a outside area where we could have a cuppa and keep the naughty dog with us....

Sixteen of us were at the biddick inn on Friday for the Xmas fare I’m not a lover of Xmas dinners so asked if I could have the seafood platter instead I can honestly say I have never had a one so good it was...

Having booked some 10 days beforehand, we arrived to join our friend. At our table we waited to order drinks; to order our food. It was just short of an hour before we got our main course. Very nice. 2 decided to have a dessert....

I have just visited last night after seeing so many positive reviews that I decided to give it a try and I certainly wasn't disappointed. The rooms were lovely and had a bistro feel to them. The food was very good and reasonably priced. Staff...

Have been for a meal twice now since the change of owners, once as a couple and once as a larger group and the experience has been brilliant both times. The food was fantastic, really good quality and very tasty - the sea bass on...

Visited at lunchtime for a few drinks, loved the atmosphere and staff...so booked to go back for dinner! Special deal until 6pm....absolutely brilliant choices and value. Great portion sizes, tasty food and plenty of vegetarian options. Staff were so friendly and efficient. Definitely recommend, we...

Visited a few times recently, and each time food has been really nice. Excellent belly pork and chicken dishes. Hanging dishes seem really poplular Staff are very friendly and accommodating. Nice to have a local place selling good food and drink reasonable prices A must...

Really good food..excellent staff..lovely location..as of writing, this place has only been open a few weeks and it is already so popular Christmas day lunch is already full. The owners and staff can't do enough for you..

The place looks lovely now that it has been done out however, close up the finishing touches in most areas are very poor which is such a shame when they have obviously gone to so much trouble to update it. (check out the cladding in...

We ate here for the first time and it most certainly will not be our last! Both the food and service were faultless. We chose the hanging chicken kebab and breaded chicken both served with salad and chips then added a garlic butter sauce -...

Food stated Gluten Free on the menu then I was advised that the food wasn’t gluten free. I’ve a peanut allergy and was told that pistachios were the same as peanuts even though they aren’t. Seasonal vegetables were over cooked, soggy, mushy and soaked in...

Went for lunch with the old dear after recommendation from a friend. Fantastic food and service. Highly recommended. 10/10.

Tried the biddick Inn since taken over and refurbished found it very comfortable excellent menu and food excellent, staff and service was really good wood recommend it for anybody to try will definitely b going back

Food was brilliant quality, freshly made and very delicious! The staff were very friendly and service was quick. Wish them all the best of luck under new ownership!

Absolutely amazing food! I had the ribeye hanging skewer with salad and chips (I asked for extra salad in place of the bread) and it was cooked to perfection, very tender. My son had the ribeye steak with chips and peppercorn sauce, mushrooms and tomatoes....

Booked in with family for Sunday lunch, first class service and food was delicious. Friendly staff and nothing was a problem for them. Definitely will be returning and recommending Well done to all and keep up the great work yous are doing.

Fantastico Meal, excellent service, excellent quality food, I booked xmas dinner for me, my mother and best friend, can't wait for my next visit. Please Try.

We recently visited as a family for a birthday meal and I have a nut allergy. As well as not knowing their allergens we also waited 45 mins to be told they needed to take our order again as it hadn’t gone through to the...

Family Run pub with a continental twist, the title says it all you will not be dissapointed ! I predict a great future

Visited for late lunch with my partner for first time today since it has been took over. Interior was really nice, service excellent and food was really good, bao bun stater was fantastic. Will be returning.

Visited one week after it opened and food was amazing. Visiting again a little disappointed. Prawn and crayfish cocktail ok but bland, pulled pork bao buns not as tasty. Mains hanging teriyaki salmon was nice just not enough. Steak cooked well but veg was awful,...

The drinks are expensive £3.50 for a small bottle of coke, £3.50 for a lime and soda and £5 for a pint. The food was ok but nothing special but it was hot.

Was very excited to be visiting a well loved local after its extensive renovation Our meals were delicious and tasty - hanging chicken kebab and beef bourginion The service was good.but please hot food needs hot plates and paying extra for bread isn't on unless...

Lovely food and very attentive waitress and owner made far a very enjoyable visit. Only gripe is decor looks like its been rushed for a quick reopening. Other than that it's a thumbs up 👍🏻

First time visited since renovation. First class food First class service First class decor Only thing, drinks were overpriced £43.00 for a bottle of Prosecco and a bottle of house Merlot. One other thing if you choose the lamb chops inform your waiter how you...

Been here today for lunch with the hubby it was absolutely beautiful we both had prawn cocktail starters then I had hanging kebab which was absolutely delicious had a chargrilled taste. Served with home made chips and a dip. Hubby had chicken pie with mash...

Saw on Facebook that the Biddick had reopened. So booked a table for Sunday 31 July 2022. First impressions where that it had been redecorated extremely well and looked very good. The old lounge and eating area is now a restaurant area only. Wife and...

My wife and I heard some time ago that the Biddick Inn had closed. Last Sunday we decided to go out for lunch and we headed down to the riverside and noticed people going into the Biddick Inn. When we got inside we were told...

We were starting our holiday and we planned our first night before we travel at a pub where the food was lovely. When we arrived we saw that the ownership had changed to the Biddick Dining Experience. We ordered wine and soft drink. Took three...

Husband and I have just had a lovely meal at the newly reopened Biddick Inn. What a difference!! The pub has been updated, food great and the staff were so friendly and genuinely wanting feedback. A total transformation and long overdue. Can't wait to go...

The other half and I called here after completing the circular walk along the River Wear from Fatfield to Cox Green and back. We'd been here once before so knew what to expect. The other half ordered the Small Mince and Dumplings (Which if that...

It says online that they don’t shut till 12am, me and a group of friends were going to pop in after work for a drink, we got there at quarter to 10pm and the whole pace was locked up. Surely if a pub is going...

I was looking for somewhere new to take my dogs where we could get something to eat. I saw the Biddick inn allowed dogs in the bar area. Lovely home cooked food plenty to choose from on the menu and attentive friendly staff. Well done.

Just been to The Biddick Inn with my husband and mam. Food was fabulous. It’s nice to have a different choice at a pub. Chicken with leeks and bacon in a cream sauce was beautiful. Husband has Spanish chicken. He wants to go back and...

Went to biddick inn tonight for my mums birthday (8 of us). We all had starters and main and 3 had desserts and had different food choices and can honestly say every one of us thoroughly enjoyed what we ordered. Karen took our orders and...

Booked for a birthday celebration and the food was fantastic. We were served by Karen, Danielle and Tracy who couldn’t do enough for us. Excellent choice on the menu with ample portions, and great value for money.

We found the Biddick Inn whilst on a countryside drive and decided to call in for a drink. However once we read the excellent range of meals on offer we decided to dine there. We were so glad that we did as the meals were...

Booked here for lunch and have to say we thoroughly enjoyed it. The food was piping hot and extremely tasty. The staff were efficient, friendly and attentive without being pushy. Very good value for money and will definitely return.

This is good quality pub food good quality food . Really good value . service very good. The staff nice and efficient.

We had Sunday Lunch, everyone enjoyed it, the staff were very attentive/friendly and the price was very reasonable. Will definitely go back.

Came for a family lunch we waited over 40 mins for the meals ..the curry looked like a micro meal ..the chips had black pieces like old chips left in the fryer...the chicken in garlic sauce was floury..and the steak on the mix grill was...

I love the food here always nice never had a bad meal. The staff are lovely and friendly nothing a bother - if you have a sweet tooth ginger pud and custard out of this world 😊

So went in pub wt dog for a cupa .nice clean premises.only fly in ointment was milk in those little cartons .fresh milk taste much better .looked at menus .and ordered a small savery mince wt veg and dumplings for only 5.50 .very nice and...

Visit here a few times every year and we are never disappointed. Food is all home cooked and we’ve never had a bad meal. Good choice of real ales. Wine choices limited but ok. Friendly bar staff and customers. We both had lasagne which came...

A family gathering for the 50th Anniversary of my Aunt & Uncle marriage, funnily enough their review is below mine here!The Biddick Inn is a lovely cosy venue with a good selection of beers and ciders and very friendly staff, a special mention goes out to Tracey for exceptional customer service and hospitality.Twenty three of us dined at The Biddick Inn that evening and I have to say the food is excellent with a good selection on the menu. I especially enjoyed the black pudding and egg starter I had (pictured) and throughly enjoyed my meal.Some family nostalgia, it turns out this venue also hosted my parents’ wedding reception back in 1970 and this pub was often frequented my late father when he was a very young fella.More than happy enough to recommend The Biddick Inn, I shall definitely return myself.

A family gathering for the 50th Anniversary of my Aunt & Uncle marriage, funnily enough their review is below mine here!

We celebrated our Golden Wedding with a meal here for our family, we had excellent service from the very friendly staff who were catering for 23 of us, the meal wasvery enjoyable and we had a wonderful evening there, would highly recommendthis lovely pub by the riverside.

Have been here many times and the food has always been great. This was one of my grans favourite pubs to eat at and they recently catered for her funeral which she always told them she would have there. The food was all perfect and the owners are the nicest people you could wish to meet and delayed going on there holiday to make sure that everything went smoothly.

Great setting for good quality ales and food. Right next to the River Wear with the fabled Worm Hill looming behind it.One of the few pubs in the area that does quality food, has a playpark, a pool table, jukebox and its dog friendly too!Is everything a proper pub should be and these kinds of places are dying, being replaced by poser pubs that care nothing for families.

Went there for family lunch and was very disappointed.My family was waiting 45 min just to get frozen food heated in microwave or burned on grill.When asked for receipt I received just a total sum which I suspected was to high for what I ordered. I asked for detailed receipt and it just proved that I was overcharged £3.50 for my meal. The Biddick Inn is overpriced, service is slow and food awful, I will definitely not recommend it to anyone. Pubs next door are so much better.

Pub that is as nice inside as it looks from the outside. Friendly service. We enjoyed our vegetarian lasagna with fries and rabbit & Black pudding pie with mash, and the local ale.

We visited the pub recently - 7 men with a booking. We were advised on ordering that several items were not available (some on the specials board!). Then a long wait for some reason not disclosed. The staff coped well with several hungry males getting irate however when the food finally arrived we all enjoyed what we had. Top marks to the girls on the bar.

Called in for early evening meal with my wife and mother the place was virtually empty with very little atmosphere we were the only ones sitting in the room off the bar, all though it was empty we seamed to wait ages for the food, the wraps we had were full of chicken but very dry, on the up side the chips were very nice the staff were very friendly and welcoming but unfortunately the food was only average.

Had looked up several places to eat,but so glad we decided to go here!At first I thought the menu had too much choice on it to be good food(which is often the case),how wrong I was!We ordered 2 lasagne,a burger meal,and a chicken meal.All arrived very quickly and all piping hot.The lasagne-home made was fantastic would really recommend.Daughter said her burger was wonderful and the bread bun really good.Husband enjoyed his chicken covered in sauce.The salad was not the usual run of the mill.Overall we were really impressed and would definately go again when up that way! Thanks to Tracey for your wonderful service and to Tom(fantastic cook!)

Had great day out walking along the river path ended up back at the biddick inn very nice beer and food nice friendly staff would recommend it for a walkers pub.

My partner ordered pie and her sister ordered gammon, both were left dissapointed and feeling ripped off, as prices had been put up.