Emersons Bistro in Bury

Oh dear. Just been in Bury today only to find Emerson's closed. Could this be a sign of the times! It's a pity because we have always had good food and service in the past but if this is due to retirement we wish you all the best.

What a welcoming atmosphere! Being gluten intollerant, it's handy to have egg and bacon. Also, I only drink boiled water which I wasn't charged for. Leanne brought me a cup and saucer and a pot of water. Much appreciated, (Obviously, I took this into account with my tip). Food and service high quality and affordable.

I came here last Friday with my partner and grandparents. It was very busy inside so we assumed it must be a good place to go... well you know what they say about assuming! There was only one four person table, which hadn't been cleaned, so we sat down and straight away a waitress came over and said she'd clean the table. What she really meant was she'd give it two sprays from a disinfectant bottle and then wipe less than half of it. I had to use hand wipes from my bag to clean the rest. She took our drink orders - one sparkling water, one cappuccino, one tea and one hot chocolate. It took 15 minutes for our drinks to arrive - the cappuccino was literally a normal coffee with some chocolate dusted over the top, the hot chocolate was cold and the tea was nowhere to be seen. We got the attention of another waitress - a really lovely red haired girl - when we explained that the hot chocolate was cold and asked about the tea she straight away replaced the hot chocolate and asked our original waitress to bring over the pot of tea. We then waited another 5 minutes and asked a different waitress ( I counted 4 in total working on the very small dining floor) and she said to our original waitress " You forgot the tea" to which she responded with a shrug. Very professional. I was later informed that she was hungover and didn't feel very well...diddums... The tea was then brought over but was very weak as no teabag was left in it - my Granddad asked if he could have another tea bag and the red haired waitress again apologized and insisted she brought him a fresh pot, which she did straight away. We ordered food which in all fairness was nice, 2 brunches and 2 soups. When my Granddad paid the bill he told the red haired waitress that if it wasn't for her it would look as though nobody would get served. We'd ended up speaking to other customers sat around us who all had a similar experience and expressed how 3/4 girls working that day were very slow and lazy with a poor attitude ( agreed!) We found out that the one waitress who could do her job was actually there on her day off - well thank god she was as she was doing the work for everyone that afternoon! Despite the food being nice - it wasn't nice enough to warrant the staffs work ethic that day and would definitely not return here again.

Lovely home made food with plenty of choice with specials also warm friendly atmosphere made welcome

We called yesterday for lunch . When we arrived the place was over half full and seemed very popular . The efficient staff promptly cleared us a table and made us feel welcome . Our order was taken promptly and efficiently and read back to us to confirm it before being placed . Although we waited a while for our food , this was understandable as we could see it was busy . All the staff was more than happy to serve the customers upon request and cleared dirty tables rapidly . The young man serving was very professional and over hearing him serve other tables he had excellent customer service skills , a true credit to the place . We was dining when the man who has commented below was complaining , which everyone has their right to an opinion , but like I said our order was read back and checked , so general practice would say theirs was too ? . The man was speaking very loudly in order for everyone in the restaurant to hear his opinion , which was in my opinion unfair on the young staff dealing with his abrupt attitude . The table of 3 had 2 courses each and drinks for free ! Because the order was incorrect on one meal , to which they admitted fault ?. Also if he has visited before ,as he states it is unusual service ! Think a 1 star rating after a free meal , and after publicly embarrassing the young staff is a bit harsh . All the other customers seemed happy , and was praising the staff on their calm and collective manner at dealing with the rude man once he had made his dramatic exit. I personally will visit Again ! Good food , served hot and well presented . Good atmosphere , great local eatery !

We have visited this bistro on many occasions and have found the food and service to be excellent. Not this time however. Two soups and sandwiches were ordered along with a Breakfast Rarebit. We also ordered drinks and scones for later. The scones came first however, we put the aside untill after our mains. The soups came and were good along with the sandwiches, the Rarebit however came just as a welsh rarebit, no Bacon, eggs, mushrooms etc. I questioned this to a young member of staff he said a mistake was made which is fair enough, But he then said I would have to wait until other orders were completed before the Breakfast rarebit would be finished, the other option was to have a couple of eggs made and added to my Rarebit at no extra cost. I agreed to this as I did not want to cause bother. I ate one piece of Rarebit whilst waiting waiting for the eggs. FIFTEEN minutes later I asked a waitress where are my eggs, she went to find out. They are being cooked now was the reply. Ten minutes later I asked again and gave my plate for them to be put onto, a couple of minutes my meal arrived back with ONE egg on top, I said to the waitress "only one egg? Are you on trip advisor". A few minutes later the manager who had been unaware of what had happened came to our table. She was very apologetic and informed that our meals were free. I questioned the policy of correcting wrong orders at the back of the food queue, they should be the first concern, she agreed. Anyhow a mistake can happen anywhere its how its dealt with afterwards that makes something special. We have had a dozen or more five star visits over the years I'm afraid its only one this time.

I note I am not alone in expectations of a Large (full) English Breakfast... I don't expect a defib to need to be on standby but I literally left the bistro and went for a pasty. How is one sausage and one egg a large breakfast? Would a standard one get you less than one? It was £7 so not what I'd consider value. The quality didn't justify the price either; it was all right but nothing special - go to Bennetts butchers for a proper sausage and bacon butty for less than half the price. What I found particularly galling was the £2.39 for a Yazoo milkshake served in a glass... that's just a rip off. My partner ordered the home made pie, which was fine, but we were surprised to get so few overdone chips and salad when veg. was the accompaniment according to the menu, and we had to ask and wait for the gravy that should have arrived with it. I was asked how I found it and when I pulled my face and said 'all right', no follow-up question was asked. If you're not interested in the answer, don't ask the question. Minor point also: wooden chairs uncomfortable. Staff were fine.

Visited here on a Saturday morning with my girlfriend whilst shopping in Bury. We had the misfortune of having the waitress without the brain cell - although think they all possibly shared one. I ordered a breakfast, with a coffee and my girlfriend had a light snack. We waited an hour for our food which wasn't what I ordered when it finally arrived, before watching the waiter clean the table beside me by simply brushing crumbs off with his hand, promptly marking it reserved. Asked him about the wait on the order and he supposedly checked before standing and texting behind the counter appearing completely uninterested. Paid and explained the cock up before being overcharged by the smirking server for average food. Didn't appear at all bothered by how chuffed off we were with a fixed gazed on the 20 I reluctantly gave her!.

The food is lovely and reasonably priced! The two staff working were very friendly and quick to serve me, even though the cafe was quite busy. I would definitely visit here again :)

After a full English you should be feeling like your life is in danger, not that you are on a diet. Pleasant place, nice staff, but for 7 pounds you should get more than 1 small sausage, 1 piece of black pudding, 1 slice of toast, a couple of mushrooms and a fried egg and a few beans, (especially after a long wait)

Lovely and hardworking staff. Friendly and welcoming, will come again. Nice to see the staff helping the elderly and having a nice chat with their customers. Didn't wait long for our food but they apologised all the same and updated us.

The food was lovely however £7 for a jacket potato is a bit over priced, you don't get a lot of filling. The atmosphere was however good

Visited here twice 1st time with a work colleague, we ordered the soup and a sandwich the soup was OK but the sandwich was pretty bland,the 2nd visit I came with my daughter and a very energtic2year old,omg got nothing but frowns and the odd tuts,will never return

Beautiful home cooked food served hot and to an excellent specification. Staff are just lovely full of enthusiasm and know the menu when asked for ideas.

Nice small bistro with a great english breakfast. If you dont fancy a full breakfast, you can just order the little bits. They also do an amazing chocolate cake. It has a nice atmosphere and the food tastes good.

Firstly I would like to say the staff are second to non, friendly and very efficient.

This really is a very pleasant place to eat. The food is very good, similar to pub grub but nicer than some pubs I've eaten in! The place is cheery, staff are very welcoming and it's reasonably priced! Oh, and they have a loyalty scheme..

My husband and myself have just had lunch in this lovely little bistro.

This was our first visit to Bury, had Sunday lunch, so good we went back for Monday breakfast. Food and service excellent. Very welcoming and very clean.

I called in here with a friend on a shopping trip. It's lovely bright and clean, lovely staff that wait on you and nothing is too much trouble. The food is absolutely delicious, red hot to which is important. Prices are excellent not over priced and not cheap either. The quality of the food is excellent as is the portion size. Everything used is of good quality and cooked to perfection. It's nice to eat in a place where you don't feel rushed or pressured. I will definitely be going back again

Fab place to eat, the staff are friendly and make you feel welcome. We look forward to popping in on Saturdays. The girls are happy to take our food requirements even if they are not on the menu. Awesome home cooked food and at a reasonable price. Definitely recommend it...

Ok for a quick bite and drink. Pricey but well cooked. This is a reasonable setting and offers satisfactory service

I have eaten here several times with friends and you are always sure of a warm and friendly welcome. The food is cooked to order and we could not fault it. I have had the roast of the day and friends have had the pies. None of us have had any room for dessert as the portions are nice and generous. They have a good range of drinks and are now licensed. Not all places have de caff tea but they have. We always meet here now.

Not bad home cooked food for not bad price's. Nice friendly staff. A clean and welcoming place to eat

My first visit here with a friend for lunch who has raved about the food, service and atmosphere and have to say I was absolutely delighted. Fabulous food, freshly prepared and beautifully presented. Lovely modern comfortable interior and friendly atmosphere. Excellent choice on menu and nothing was too much trouble. Whether you want a coffee or a 3 course meal you will not be disappointed and really such good value for money. I will definitely be visiting again and will bring other friends along too.

We visited this lovely Bistro on Sunday 4th October. Hubby had the Gammon and I had a HUGE jacket spud with cheese n beans. The food was truly fantastic! I would have had gammon as well but there was none left :(

Lovely lunch special which included soup, sandwich and fruit scone. Good value for money at £11.98 for two. Friendly staff.

Ate here last week, very impressed with the decor, clean and inviting, service was excellent with very friendly staff, food was excellent I had the chicken burger, presentation was beautiful and tasted delicious and we both left full, can't wait to try again as it was extremely good value for money

Great food and this lovely cafe and the staff are always very pleasant.

Visited here on a Monday afternoon with my wife and daughter. We were starving and just fancied some proper food. We saw this place and went straight for it. We weren't dissapointed either. Great staff and brilliant home cooked food. They even do a good whoo whoo cocktail which went down a treat well done keep up the hard work.

Often go for lunches, always fresh and choice of jackets, salads, wholesome food etc.. good value, friendly service. Spot on !

My sister and I like to go to bury to the market and on one of our visits we came across Emersons Bistro, and have gone there for our lunch every time we go Bury. Never had a bad meal, good offers, the staff are helpful and very friendly. Try the offer of soup, sandwich and scone with fresh cream and jam only cost £12 for two, more than enough to eat. Cannot recommend this bistro enough .

Lunch of soup & sandwich with coffee. Good variety, great taste and reasonable price. Nice interior and attentive staff. Worth a visit if you're in Bury.

Been here a few times with my mum so thought I would take my partner. He loved it. Normally have soup and a sandwhich but opted for the beef barm, lovely. Very clean and staff great

Soup was lovely and very tasty bread fresh and soft.

Very overpriced for 2 panini and 2 teas. No forks on table, slow service. Bit of a let down as normally it's ok. Quite poor advertising discount for good reviews on here

Every time we visit this small but perfectly formed bistro, we're greeted with warm smiles and friendly service! The food is always lovely and very good value for money. Have never had a poor experience here!

Food made fresh to order well worth the wait if very busy if you want fast food go to McDonald's etc. food is tasty plenty of choice good staff well run daily specials and offers worth the money. Open every day

I've eaten here many times with my mum and my children. The afternoon special is fantastic value and the salmon salad is to die for ... The staff are really attentive and your made to feel very welcome .... It's well worth a visit you won't be disappointed

I have visited Emersons a few times & have always loved the food. The staff are so helpful & friendly. We have tried the rump steak, gammon, braised steak, breakfast & cakes all were gorgeous! The place is also really clean & i have recommended it to a few people. Keep up the good work everyone.

Good service tasty food at a very reasonable price using local ingredients. Very popular with the locals highly recommended

Just brought my mum for lunch. My daughter had a light breakfast. Food great and service excellent. Will be visiting again soon.

Called in to Emersons today. It was raining heavy and quite cold so what should we have to warm us up.. Debbie the owner recommended the Rump steak with homemade gravy and chips. What a beautiful meal this turned out to be we have not eaten steak for many years but after eating this well,cooked steak we have changed our minds. It was first class and well priced.

Excellent meal at a reasonable price. Service was friendly and efficient even though very busy. Comfortable surroundings.

On our first visit for lunch on Thursday we both enjoyed our meal.

Visited Bury over festive season and tried the xmas lunch..it was beautiful, just like my own mums cooking. Very well presented and price was very reasonable. Don't ever be afraid to eat here as all the food is homemade. The staff are just brill..and guide you around the menu if you are not sure of what to chose. There is something to tempt all tastes and pockets.

Stopped for Sunday lunch whilst shopping in Bury with a friend, served with homemade soup, sandwich and scones, presented on lovely crockery, very fresh, tasty and reasonably priced, there is also a good selection of alcoholic drinks.

My wife and I eat here regularly. Breakfast, lunch and evening. The Thursday pie nights and Saturday steak nights are fabulous value for money. The staff are always friendly and helpful. The only minor drawback is you may have to wait a while for your food but that's only because it's always made to order and fresh but believe me, it's worth the wait.

Travel from liverpool or bury every week to visit the Fantastic market. We always make it our mission to visit Emerson's Bistro for the homemade food. Tonys pies are second to none. Staff are a pleasure to deal with and always go that little bit further to make your eating experience that bit better.

This Bistro is really nice the food is lovely the staff are very friendly a nice clean eating area Easy to find

Thursday night all you can eat pies. Very nice. Cheese and onion and meat and potato both very nice. Would definitely recommend.

Well worth going , staff brilliant,food great and well presented and priced right,even if you want to have a takeaway .

Visited this restaurant on a busy market day in Bury. Found the staff to be very helpful and friendly and the food to be superb. Would visit this place again for lunch

We tried tony.s homemade pasty dinner. Sheer delight this man can bake I even took a pasty home and we have had that for our tea. Food well priced plenty of variety and just a delight to eat here. Staff are and very welcoming and they know the menu. I am a expert to coffee and their coffee is second to none..

Visited Emersons today with my parents. I asked if they could accommodate someone who is on a gluten free diet the waiter asked the lady behind the counter and her reply was no !!!!!!! Made no effort at all very disappointed we went to Nando's instead.

Very friendly staff, good choice of menu, nice wine , very accommodating with special requests. Not to busy, plenty of room and a big specials board

Homemade food not fast food as made fresh well worth waiting for one not to be missed. Also licensed for those who like a drink with their meal also a very good choice on the menu plus the special boards. Reasonable priced

Both myself and my boyfriend arrived for lunch today. What a great little bistro! Fabulous food, wonderfully friendly (and accommodating) staff and the whole menu- both drinks and food- were excellent value for money. We shall definitely be returning. (And I can definitely recommend the scones as a little treat- they were delicious!)

Myself and my mother came a few Saturdays back for some lunch, unfortunately at the time they were very full and we couldn't be seated. There was a young girl at the door seating people, she was very nice with us and explained there was likely to be a wait but offered to reserve us a table for 20 minutes time and took our name. We came back a little later but she had still kept the table reserved for us which was kind as they was still busy. We sat up near the top against the bar and a different young girl served us. She was polite and got us drinks. The food took a little while to come but we expected this with it being busy. It wasn't cold so there was no fuss with the wait and it tasted delicious. We where very well looked after, would recommend even when busy as they will try their best to get you a seat!

We have visited Emersons for breakfast on a few occasions.

visited Bury market today and just fancied something to eat and drink at about 2.30 we found Emmersons Bistro ordered coffee cheese and toast and egg and chips. The service was excellent and food was first class. A thoughly enjoyable visit when next in Bury we will certainly visit again.

Eat lunch here on a regular basis. We find the food excellent, the price competitive and the staff extremely efficient,friendly and chatty when circumstances allow. Highly worth a visit.

Called into Emersons for lunch with my Wife. I live in Bury and this was one place I hadn't tried but had walked past many times. We chose a table and were given menu's and our drinks order was taken immediately. The drinks were brought quickly and we then ordered our food. It was a typical café/ bistro menu but quite expensive. The waitress was efficient but not particularly friendly

.called in to emmersons bistro on a day out from liverpool had soup and sandwich. Soup was the best i have tasted for a long time, service was excellent and did not break the bank. Complimented dave the owner on the soup. So would always recommend this fanastic place to eat to friends and family or keep it to ourselves!

Super lunch, soup and sandwich excellent value, washed down with wine, good value, very nice food. Service was very good, facilities first class, will call again.

We have been going to Bury market for over 30 years now for the fresh fish and meats. The market is superb good old fashioned shopping.

A very nice cafe/bistro in a busy shopping area in Bury which has some very nice things to offer. The cooked breakfasts are a little dearer than you would get in some other places but worth it as they use good quality ingredients. The hot chocolate is absolutely gorgeous and they have a nice looking range of pies and quiches (haven't tried one yet but will do so soon). The only down side is that the it would benefit from better ventilation, it does got a bit warm in there. All in all, tasty and good value.

We visit every week when we go shopping at Bury. Every meal that we have eaten as always been freshly cooked and of a high standard. All the staff are very friendly and Debbie who is one of the owners always as a chat with us.We highly recommend this Bistro .Christine and Philip...

We were impressed when we walked in by the atmosphere and decor. There are set breakfast menus plus items that can be added. Strangely all breakfasts came with a choice of juice rather than the tea or coffee you would expect with an English breakfast. When we asked if we could have tea instead of the juice and pay the extra (about 10 pence) we were told no which was very disappointing and petty. Once again there was one item on the breakfast that my mother didn't like so we asked if that could be left off and something else added instead. After checking we were told that it could be done and there wouldn't be an extra charge - it had never crossed my mind that there would be!! Such a shame as the young lad who served us was delightful and the food was freshly made, hot and delicious. When there are so many eating establishments about it really doesn't pay not to accomodate the customer - where the items are available. Inflexibility is my pet hate and sadly for that reason I won't be back again

Well worth a visit for good well made food that is homemade. The staff are very welcoming and nothing is too much trouble. It is well worth the wait whilst it is cooked fresh for you and the choice is good

Excellent quality food. The staff are very smart and so friendly. Highly recommended. We will be returning again very soon.

Visited early in week wonderful sevice friendly staff food of very high quality will return next time im in bury highly recommended