Hamilton's in Runnymede

Restaurant and rooms DISGUSTING!!! DO NOT VISIT!! FILTHY and should be shut down.

I stayed in one of the rooms here earlier in the year, nice little room with everything I could need, there is a small outdoor area at the top of the steps which was nice as it was warm when I was there.

We had a 3 generation family lunch at Hamilton's. Viranjan and Sherene opened specially for us on a Sunday and prepared a buffet including some dishes that my mum had requested. My favourites were the cashew nut curry, coconut sambol and pineapple curry. The restaurant looked lovely when we came in with little extra Happy Birthday touches. We thought the hire fee for exclusive use together with the per head buffet fee was very reasonable and everyone enjoyed the lunch, expecially the birthday girl who is already asking when we will take her back! The service and ambience was perfect for us and I'm very grateful for the trouble they took to look after us so well.

You're meant to pre-book, but the owner kindly let us in on a cold very rainy night. We were grateful, having just flown from France with a hungry 3 year old in tow. Suffice it to say, we (and the toddler) were well catered for with a superb buffet of Sri Lankan food. Everything was beautifully cooked, with a wide range of delicate and spicy flavours. We were served additionally in a somewhat old-fashioned way by the owner himself, which made us feel rather special. The chef even brought out some plain chicken and chips for the little one, and there was plenty of milk for him when he inadvertently sampled a bit of chilli jam! So all in all, Hamilton's was a lucky find, and deserves success.

On Friday and Saturday nights the Sri Lankan buffet is served. Having visited with family who have travelled around Sri Lanka they have confirmed that this is an authentic experience. The food is excellent, freshly cooked and delicious. This small and intimate restaurant is family run, the service is attentive and you have the opportunity to talk to the chef. I would highly recommend a visit.

I just returned from a trip to London where I stayed at the Hamilton's in Chertsey, Surrey owned and run by a lovely Sri Lankan couple. My room and attached washroom was very clean and well appointed with all amenities. The bed was the most comfortable I had slept in a long time. I wanted an authentic English breakfast and what a great spread it was! Orange juice, toast. Eggs, bacon, grilled mushrooms etc. Dinner was done the Sri Lankan way and I enjoyed it to the utmost. I truly cannot recommend a better place for anyone wanting a peaceful place for a holiday. True, it's bit away from the City but transport is available by train and by bus and there's a very good shopping mall close by where you can shop to your hearts content while Aldies is just a hop step and jump from the hotel. I would definitely be returning to Hamilton's when I make my next visit to London.

On the positive side great and friendly service. The restaurant is small and has a nice atmosphere and very clean and tastefully decorated. We were first served a small hors d'oeuvre and then shown the buffet which had a good selection of curries and side dishes. We did not have wine but had Sri Lankan beer and other drinks which were reasonably priced. The hors d'oeuvre were poor, I would assume straight out of a freezer packet. None of or party had a good thing to say. The curries were OK, one of our party loved the chicken. We all agreed that the star of the show had to be the side dishes, the beans and the salads were outstanding. Would I go back? probably not.

I can’t recommend Hamilton’s highly enough. We had a family birthday celebration, and it was made very special by our wonderful hosts, superb food, and attentive service. As we are mostly vegetarian we had a fully vegetarian buffet prepared especially for us. The various flavours and tastes were excellent, and different from most restaurant fare. Eating at Hamilton’s is like dining with friends. Thanks so much to you both for a super family get together.

A joy to dine in this established restaurant every time for authentic Sri Lankan cuisine. The food is only surpassed by the owners whom go to every length to to ensure your visit is a pleasing one. Worth a return visit every time.

We went back for a second meal at this restaurant having eaten whilst in town last year. Sri Lankan food cooked to this standard is simply amazing! Such a nice selection on the weekend buffet and lots of different sweet savory and spicy tastes to experience. Hosts are so friendly welcoming and informative about the food and are very proud of what they have achieved, righly so. We totally loved what we had on our 2nd trip and can't wait to visit again. Amazing....many thanks.

We have dined at this restaurant several times with our friends and the food is excellent. However, this time we were somewhat disappointed. We had the buffet menu consisting of a small starter selection and then a variety of dishes. When we have been before there was also a delicious soup but no sign of that this time. We opted to have desserts, but beware, these are very overpriced, Over £5 for a very small square of the house speciality, or an ordinary ice cream. As for drinks, two large bottles of beer were charged at a whopping £15.

If this is traditional Sri-Lankan dining then we are all disappointed we didn't discover it sooner! Hamiltons in Chertsey hosted sixteen of us on Friday evening with a warm welcome and a spotlessly clean venue, including the bathrooms! The home cooked food was absolutely delicious and an abundance of choice meant all tastes were catered for from the buffet. Such good value. Each one of us impressed and all hope to return soon. Highly recommended.

We dined at Hamiltons twice. Had the Sri Lankan Buffet served on a Saturday. The dishes were delicious and prepared to a very high standard. Starters were served to the table and a wide range of dishes were available at the Buffet. Every thing tasted as exactly as one would expect at a Sri Lankan meal, with great care taken in preparation of individual curry dishes. The presentation was lovely and the host and hostess were fantastic.

Had a lovely stay at Hamiltons prior to visiting Ascot. The rooms are lovely, beds comfy and there are many 'little touches' that made our stay special. The host is lovely too and made us very welcome. They really have thought of everything from a tasimo machine to a wireless mobile charger. Would definitely stay again.

Stayed in room above Hamiltons restaurant. Very nice flat with bedroom, separate lounge and kitchen area. Private stairs to rear so you don't have to go through restaurant. Lots of fast food outlets and places to eat in. 10 min walk to train station, then 5 min on train to Virginia Water where shuttle buses took us to wentworth for PGA golf.

we came and had a buffet, and the attention from the host was impeccable, we pre-ordered wine on booking which was ready on the table when we arrived, the food was lovely, and the service from beginning to end was outstanding, friendly without being overbearing.

After the obvious "confusion" at the name outside this petite Sri lankan eatery, which is easily explained by the owner who's obviously been asked this more than several times (lol),you enter a restaurant which is nicely decorated and gives you an immediate "cosy" feel. The husband/wife owners are taking a lot of care to detail and are both very welcoming. The buffet offering was nice and seemed freshly cooked. The dishes were all clearly labelled and were flavoursome. Worth a try....

We went for the Friday night buffet ( need to book 24 hours in advance or you can just turn up and order off the a la carte menu if not booked). Had delicious starters of delicate vegetable spring rolls and spicy chicken wings. The range of Sri Lankan curries for the mains were delicious, all had depth of flavour. We tried the aubergine, beef, pork, squid and chicken curries. Wing beans dish was a surprise and fabulous and the saffron rice was so good. There were 10 main dishes to choose from all freshly prepared and the owners took their time to explain the different dishes. It was also a lovely setting. Reasonable wine prices. The starters ( brought to the table) and help yourself buffet mains came to £15 each! What value. We did also share a dessert (extra £5.50) as although full wanted to taste an authentic pud and it was lovely. Prior to going We were slightly confused by the English name 'Hamilton's serving Sri Lankan food and were concerned that it could have been a case of fusion confusion. However nothing of the sort. The Sri Lankan owners explained they had retained the name Hamilton's due to a little thriving inherited hotel business ( rooms upstairs) . A super evening, we will go back.

The service and hospitality standards at this place are extremely good. You are made to feel very welcome in a small but cosy dining room. We likened it to eating in someone's house. The atmosphere therefore is quite charming. We found the food however a little bland. There was plenty of it however but it just lacked something special. The wine list is small but very well priced and the food is not expensive. Certainly worth a visit for something a little different.

Buffet El Sri Lanka'n era una excelente relación calidad-precio y el plato de auténtico que se preparó el mismo día por el Chef y ella estaba en el lugar para ofrecer consejos

Amazing food, outstanding service and hospitality from the owners, if you haven't been here, then you are missing out on the finest Sri Lankan cuisine. Thank you very much we are looking forward to our next visit.

We went to Hamiltons for a family reunion which could have been awkward but the relaxed atmosphere made it most enjoyable. The service was spot on and the food delicious. The owners made sure we were happy throughout and the lady who cooks the food also came over to check everything was ok. One of the curries was a little hot for me so she got me some yogurt!!!! We also left a present behind after we left, it was a rather heavy book but after speaking to viranjan he kindly said he would post it to us as we live over an hour away. We have received the book and he was happy to cover the postage costs too! Def worth another visit when we are in the area again.

The whole dining experience in this restaurant isnot to be missed. the food is of the highest standard alongside the delightful owners and excellent service.The ambiance and the decor is subtle yet striking withfine Egyptian cloth table linen.As a regular diner in this establishment I would not hesitateto recommend a regular visit to anyone.

If you are after genuine Sri Lankan food served by warm generous people then you really need to visit this place. Nice relaxing surroundings and fantastic food makes for a great evening. And always amazing value for money! We look forward to our next visit.

Wir hatten bei unserem Aufenthalt im Hotel an zwei Abenden das Sri Lanka Currybuffet.Die Speisen waren ausgezeichnet.

Had a great dinner after visiting Thorpe park, hosts were lovely, great selection of Sri Lankan style buffet.

Me and my partner stayed here for one night after spending a day out nearby. We arrived late but were warmly greeted by the owner who showed us to our room. We stayed in the king suite for the evening. The room was very spacious with a kitchen complete with microwave sink, fridge etc. The bed was extremely comfortable and we both had a great nights sleep as it was lovely and quiet. The room also comes with virgin media TV which was great as we could catch up on missed television if we needed to! We were given a key for our room and also the outside door so we were free to come back at anytime during the evening. The hotel offered a sri lankan buffet during the evening which we didn't have but looked and smelled delicious. The stay was finished off with a lovely full English breakfast the next morning. Again the owner was very welcoming and went out of his way to ensure we were happy with our meal. Overall we were very happy with our stay at Hamiltons and we will definitely be returning again soon!

Hier kehrt man gut ein. Die Chefin und der Chef kümmern sich hier persönlich um Sie und das Essen ist eine Gaumenfreude. Die Chefin erklärt jede Speise und Zutat persönlich! Das nenne ich Leidenschaft!

Just enjoyed a great meal at Hamilton's. We went for the Friday night buffet - but it was so much more! Starters, then soup, then the buffet main courses and finally dessert!A really interesting mix of familiar looking curries and more unusual Sri Lankan specialities. The hosts were lovely - they made us very welcome and were on hand to tell us a little about the cuisine and about how the dishes were made.All in all a really enjoyable night, we will definitely be going back, and recommending it to people we meet. We really hope that this new restaurant is a success.

On Friday and Saturday evening this restaurant serves a Sri Lankan fusion buffet menu. I've walked past the restaurant a few times and wondered what does fusion buffet mean? This evening I found out- it means an absolutely delicious dinner!The food is Sri Lankan and tastes wonderful; a great selection of curries and side dishes including pickles, yum. All dishes were cooked on the premises, and were all wonderfully different in flavour and texture.They catered well for a vegetarian diner on the next table, and I'm told by the owner that they can modify their dishes to accommodate e.g. a dairy free diet if given a day's notice.We'll definitely be eating there again. I'd recommend this restaurant to all of my friends!

Brilliant food! Highly recommended if you love a Sri Lankan curry! All freshly home cooked by the owner and his wife and their Chef.

We went here last week as a family, and loved the food, very friendly atmosphere. Although our meal took around 50 minutes to arrive, it was still delicious so nothing was said. It was worth the wait.

Excellent fusion menu, served as a buffet, with a mixture of delicious starters, a creamy vegetable soup and a huge choice for the main dishes, rice, noodles, vegetable and meat curries... my favourite is the delicious pineapple curry. This is Sirilankan cooking, the flavour is spicy rather than hot. The puddings are also delicious if you can leave room for them! We have been here three times now as it is only a five minute walk away. Although quite small, the restaurant is beautifully decorated and very stylish.

Friday night is fusion buffet night. There is a starter of spicy chicken wings and soup, then a help yourself buffet of a variety of meat, seafood and vegetarian dishes. The hosts take the time to tell you about the different dishes and which ones compliment each other rather than piling your plate with everything at once. Everything is freshly prepared with care and tastes delicious. Thoroughly recommend to try something different and you won't be disappointed. Friendly family run. Chertsey's hidden gem.

We stayed in the hotel anf had breakfast. Rather large portions and was very tasty. I would recommend and would like to try an evening meal.

Our hosts were amazing and the food was great, had a lovely evening (my partners birthday) - would definitely visit again if we lived closer!

My husband and I booked an overnight stay with evening meal and breakfast to coincide with our trip to Wentworth, we can't recommend this restaurant/ b&b enough. The food is out of this world, a real taste of Sri Lanka and the owners are so friendly and attentive! ! We're looking forward to coming back next year .

Opportunity to taste Sri Lankan dishes. Only one disadvantage - there is only only bottled beer, no draft beer.

We came here for a team night out, and the staff couldn't have been more accommodating. We went to play golf first, and I managed to completely miss-judge timings, meaning we were an hour later for dinner than initially anticipated. I did call to let the restaurant know and they didn't fuss at all about it.As we were a large group, they arranged for the fusion buffet mid-week. We sat down and ordered drinks which came promptly and was a great selection. Then the starters arrived - vegetarian spring rolls and the best calamari I have ever tasted - the calamari melted in your mouth! There was also a soup as an additional option for the starter.They then opened the buffet for us, which had an array of delicious dishes, each even tastier than the last. There was a mixture of spicy, sweet and mild so something to suit everyone's palate. Everyone enjoyed the food immensely, the atmosphere was fantastic and the service was top class. I couldn't fault this restaurant at all.

Food excellent. Decor modern and fresh. Cleaniness first class. Service by proprietors could not be faulted.

Food was good, very attentive but not over bearing Service, all 7 in my group only had good things to say

My wife and I enjoy having South Asian food in a Clean restaurant that is tastily decorated,and providing fine tasty food in a tranquil ambiance. We went to Hamiltons Restaurant on the recommendation of another couple.The Decor, the taste of food, the service and the over all presentation exceeded our expectations.The food was so good we went back the next day.Soft English music and Spicy but not so Hot dishes created an excellent combination for an enjoyable evening.We noticed on the wall was a plaque presented by the Local Mayor when he and his wife had dinner at Hamiltons on the Valentines Day. We highly recommend Hamiltons.

Although we live a few minutes away from this restaurant, we had never tried it since it became Hamilton's, so we went with our neighbours last night for the Sri Lankan buffet, and had a simply lovely meal, with soup, a selection of starters and a wonderful main course buffet with several dishes to choose from, all of which were beautifully served and very tasty. Also included in the price were the desserts, and coupled with the excellent service, made it a great experience. The decor is also very stylish and comfortable. We will certainly be going back again.

I have to say it was a last minute booking to go to Hamilton's but we would definitely go back again. Having lived in Chertsey for a while to be honest it's not somewhere we had considered before but now I think it will be our first choice for a meal out.We were made to feel extremely welcome which was a great start. We were given a starter of spicy chicken and calamari with some dips. Well I hated calamari before but I've been converted! Next was chicken and vegetable soup WOW we both agreed it was the best we had ever tasted. Then was the buffet the flavours of the food were gorgeous. I was worried it would be a bit spicy seeing it was Sri Lankan food but not at all just delicious flavours.I have to mention the service..amazing! Such a lovely family that run it and serve they could not have done more. It honestly felt that we had gone to a dinner party at their house rather than a restaurant.We would recommend a visit but hope it doesn't get too busy because it might ruin the charm!

We have now eaten twice at Hamilton's, and been delighted each time. The Shri Lankan curries are milder than most Indian equivalents, with more flavour and variety.The pineapple curry was unexpectedly good, and the spring rolls were crisp and spicy, without being too hot.The restaurant is run by a husband and wife team, with a five room bed and breakfast upstairs. The service is attentive, without being intrusive, and my party and I thought the pricing very reasonable.We will definitely be returning for more.

Visited Fri 12 Feb. Amazing experience. Buffet style food (for Valentines weekend), and every dish was a sheer delight, tasty, moist and with a very good variety.Service was very friendly and attentive. We will definitely return here.Price was very moderate at less than £25 per head, and included a free glass of champers.Please visit this place and hep these wonderful people to be the success they deserve.You will see I am a serial reviewer and generally review the best and the worse. This is one of the best of the best.

We ate there last night and although the staff were friendly the buffet was rather limited in choices and rather expensive for what it was. The restaurant was also cold to sit in and only heated by a small oil filled portable radiator. Nice decor though.

Funny how serendipity works. We regularly drive past Hamilton's restaurant but have never visited until now, last Friday. Spur of the moment decision to stop off for supper en-route home, after a long busy day. 'Let's try Hamilton's". We were surprised to find out it had changed ownership (six months ago). The new owners; Viranjan & Sherene could not have been more welcoming. Everywhere was impeccably clean, especially the washroom! Felt more like a private luxury hotel washroom! Friday (and Saturday) nights is Sri-Lankan Curry Night Buffet. At first I thought, "I'm not sure I want a curry" but soon changed my mind and I'm really pleased I did. Other times they offer a more European Fusion menu. The food is freshly made, and was absolutely delicious. So many options to choose from; Beef, Chicken and Pork, Seafood dishes. Vegetarian dishes were unusual and absolutely gorgeous. I'm hooked on the Coconut and Carrot 'salad'. Well done Chef! Ridiculously good value at £14.99 per person for help yourself buffet which includes a bottle of beer or a glass of house wine. Hamilton's must be one of Chertsey's "best kept secrets" - we'll be back for sure! (they must be good, as I don't usually bother to write reviews). They also offer accommodation, All Day Breakfast and Take Aways.

I have just had the most amazing meal at Hamilton's. I don't know Sri Lankan cuisine well but I have now got the taste for it. Immerse yourself with the buffet that they serve up at Hamilton's you will not be disappointed! Everything was fresh, very tasty, well spiced and left me wanting for more! Lovely service from the owners and I am a happy man.

I reviewed Hamilton' s nearly 6 months ago just after the new owners had taken over. My view is this - all negative reviews on here are over 6 months old so ignore them. 6 months on the service is excellent, I work in the service industry and the owners could teach people a lot about how to deal with customers. The restaurant is now fully open, how it's not packed is a mystery. We stayed at weekend and were fortunate enough to be able to have the Sri Lankan curry , all you can eat for under £15 with a beer or wine. Absolutely delicious and different from many buffet type restaurants. We both fully endorse both the restaurant and the hotel. It's small, welcoming , spotless and with exemplary service. Isthuthiyi Viranjan & Sherene

My partner and I have stayed here before, so we knew it was good, but I'd forgotten just how good. The family that run it are lovely and go out of their way for the guests. The suite is so cosy and welcoming and the food...wow! The Sri Lankan curry buffet needs to be tried, absolutely delicious. A place where you feel so welcome and treated like an old friend. I really think it could show some 5* hotels a thing or two about hospitality and give them a run for their money. I recommend people try the curry buffet before word gets out too much and it becomes so popular it will be hard to get a table. An amazing place, run by an amazing family with amazing food. Thank you again Hamiltons.

My wife and I visited Hamilton this evening for their curry buffet night this evening after seeing the posters outside. We had visited the restaurant in its previous guise but not for a couple of years.The food was exquisite - a small starter of what looked like small spicy beef and chicken pasties with salad, followed by a main of beef, chicken, prawn and mushroom dishes accompanied by rice, potatoes, aubergine cauliflower, Sri Lankan pickles and more. All tasted fantastic and full of aromatic flavour. Followed by a choice of three desserts - two Sri Lankan which we had (delicious) and ice cream. And a choice of a bottle of beer or glass of wine included in the £14.99 per person price. The dessert was extra.Our hosts offered us the opportunity of multiple visits but no need. An amazing meal for less than £40 in total. We will certainly visit again.

We visited the newly taken over Hamilton's tonight. They have a Sri Lankan curry buffet on Friday and Saturday nights, it was beautiful! Lovely, tasty, fresh food with lots of variety. The beef curry and eggplant dishes were particularly delicious. The owners were so friendly and welcoming, they made us feel very at home. Will definitely be back soon So refreshing to have an original restaurant in Chertsey!

We were staying in Chertsey during the Rugby World Cup and noticed a sign outside Hamiltons advertising a weekend Sri Lankan buffet. We love Sri Lankan food so we were vey keen to sample the menu here. The proprietor, Viranjan, was exceedingly welcoming, having agreed to accommodate us late in the evening to fit in with our schedule. Inside the restaurant is modern, fresh and spotlessly clean. The 'all you can eat buffet' included a starter of patties followed by a variety of dishes from which we could help ourselves and some extra dishes which were freshly made and brought to our table by Viranjan's wife, Sherene. Everything was delicious and we eagerly refilled our plates. The price of the buffet included a glass of wine or beer which made it exceptional value. Viranjan and Sherene provided us with excellent service and were happy to chat with us about their venture and our trip to Sri Lanka. They have only owned this boutique hotel and restaurant for a few months but already the ratings are on the way up. We wish them every success for the future and hope to visit again very soon.

We have visited a few times but not sure what has happened recently as they only seem to be open for breakfast. I hope they resume service, because it really is good. It seem a small space, but perfectly formed. They offer a good choice and it is in fine dining style eveything eaten there has been delicious.

We have a very enjoyable meal here, served by friendly and polite staff, just what you want when going out for dinner. Worth the price.

Three of us visited for breakfast and all thoroughly enjoyed. The bacon was good quality, sausages were beautiful and black pudding just right. Alongside eggs, beans, tomatoes and hash browns a perfect breakfast. Service was first class, attentive and friendly ensuring we all had plenty of tea to wash down our breakfast. Recommend to anyone for brekkie.

The food was very good and well presentedwe had Calamari as appetizer and had a problem finishing the main course of Pork Tenderloin. There was just too much food.We had Dinner there the next day as well, but had a bit less.When the Owner is not there, the service can be slow.

Myself and two colleagues were staying in Chertsey on business and having eaten here last year decided to visit again. We loved it last time and hadn't realised that it had changed ownership. The atmosphere is friendly and relaxed and the food was absolutely lovely. I had the goats cheese pannacotta to start (light and fresh) and then the chicken gorgonzola (beautifully moist and tasty - could have eaten it twice over even though it was a generous portion!) and then the cheesecake (quite rich, but good). The wait staff were very attentive and polite and the food was fresh and perfect for the summer season. My colleagues had fish cakes, risotto, chicken gorgonzola and Aubergine roulade (one of us was veggie) and they both said it was amazing and all of our plates went back empty! The owner offered us a glass of wine on the house to say thank you for coming. I am allergic to wine and he quickly offered me an alternative, but I was happy to stick with my very nice glass of Prosecco. All in all a very, very tasty meal in a lovely restaurant - definitely one to visit! It's not even that expensive as we paid about the same prices the night before for a three course meal in a pub!

Booked the hotel a few months ago. Found out when we arrived that there were new owners. If first impressions are anything to go by, they are very helpful and friendly. The staff were attentive and polite offering great service. Nothing was too much trouble for any of them. We booked the suite which was great value for money and very comfortable. Facilities were good and room well equipped with own kitchenette including microwave and coffee machine. Breakfast was very tasty and well presented. Wouldn't hesitate to stay again.

stayed in the suite this weekend and don't know where to begin. The owners went out of their way to make us feel welcome and went out of their way to accomodate my vegetarianism. The chef and the young lady who served us were also amazing. Definitely recommend and will be back, felt so, so relaxed and treated like royalty. Thank you all so much for an amazing stay

We had a lovely stay at Hamilton's whilst attending a wedding nearby. The room was clean and comfortable, breakfast was delicious but the thing that stood out most was the genuine, warm and friendly welcome and service we received from the owner and staff. Thank you!

We held a small (about 35 guests) pre-wedding buffet & drinks reception for our daughter Claire who was getting married the next day at a venue nearby. We had a brilliant night our close friends and family most of who had travelled from up north joined us for some excellent food and drinks and perfect ambience. The whole team, Carter, Nick and the lovely Chrissy were brilliant providing a very professional and friendly service. All of our guests commented positively on the quality of the food and my dad was over the moon with his favourite Apple & Blackberry crumble with of course custard.Great night and a great start to a very special weekend. Thanks for looking after us all.

This little restaurant is tucked away in Chertsey and could easily be passed by - don't!! Whilst not cheap the food is superb in both quality and presentation. For a special occasion this intimate venue is ideal. You won't be disappointed.

We were looking for accommodation and breakfast in the Chertsey area as we'd been invited to a wedding locally. The accommodation was absolutely fabulous, we had the top floor apartment and frankly would like to have moved in permanently. The welcome we were given was warm, genuine and helpful arranging taxi transportation to and fro the venue (brilliant taxi service) and breakfast the following morning was a real delight.We would thoroughly recommend a stay, sadly though we didn't get to experience the evening food but based on our experience can only assume that such attention to detail must extend to their evening menu/service.Well done Hamiltons would unreservedly recommend you.

Myself and my boyfriend had the most delicious meal at Hamilton's last night. The food was beautifully presented and possibly the best food I've had in months. The service was good- everyone was friendly and attentive. Well worth paying the extra money for. Will recommend to friends and will definitely be back.

We had our daughters christening party at Hamilton’s. 40 Adults and 10 under 10's attended. The food was buffet style and for the cost per head was amazing quality, very generous amounts and with a wide selection. The bar was well manned at all times and no one had to wait long to be served. We had a set amount behind the bar and were pleasantly surprised that it lasted, proving a reasonably priced bar as well. The staff were great and very efficient; making sure everyone had drinks for the toast etc. Before the actual day Carter and his staff was very helpful and facilitating in the planning and set up. All in all a great venue which was run fantastically well and a credit to Carter and his Team. We would definitely recommend to anyone looking for a private party venue.

Starters and deserts/cheese very good. Main, poor. Triple cooked chips were french fries and the rib eye had no seasoning. On the whole ok, but could do better.

Very nice atmosphere from the late booking to desert. The menu was small but varied and on the night two items were not available. This by fortune had some of the party having a selection that they may not normally consider but enjoyed!all of the dishes were prepared and presented to a very high standard (the Chief that night was the 18 year old deputy but he served some very good food).A very limited Bar (No Brandy or cognacs) was the only negative .Thanks for the great Dinner. Quote from my Daughter "the best steak and sauce I have every had, even better than yours Dad!"

The, food what there was of it was very tasty, but my point is, if you are going out to eat that is exactly what you would like to do - be able to eat. However our starters were a joke they were so small and at £8 the profit margin must be immense, is the chef or owner having a laugh at everyone's expense? main course was a little larger but still needed a cheese sandwich when we got home. Our bill came to £110 without drinks for 4 people which would have been OK if we hadn't left feeling hungry. No atmosphere in the place either, so all in all will not be returning. I doubt this place will still be around in a year's time.

We got a cut price voucher to go here and went for our wedding anniversary on a mid week night.I always think that if you have gone to the trouble of encouraging people in you might want to encourage them to go back again.On the plus side the restaurant was quiet and conversation was easy but everything else was average,. Service was slow, mussels for a starter were luke warm and rubbery as though they had been around for a while.we ordered one extra glass of wine and desert and cheese board. The cheese selections were wafer thin and the home made biscuits were stale as were the croutons with my wife's salad. The cheese board was £9 and the extras in total £29.

We had the travelzoo voucher for £39 which included a glass of prosecco, a starter and a main each.The food was great, we had the fillet and the rib eye steak.Not sure if we would go back and pay full price as there was not enough atmosphere for our liking and a little too much fussing by the waitress. Food however, was spot on.

Thank you our stay last night in the King Suite was just perfect. Clean, comfortable with lovely bedding, towels & above average complementary toiletries. A much needed fan was already in the room. Although we only stayed one night this suite would be perfect for anyone visiting the area to use as a base. The staff were really friendly and helpful & the breakfast was possibly one of the nicest I have had in a long time, freshly cooked to order & piping hot. I would certainly like to return and have a meal in the restaurant sometime based on the breakfast!

Food and service were excellent.Food choices were inventive & most important tasty.No loud music which is just as we like it when dining out with friends. My only criticism was that the air conditioner did not seem to be working.

Stayed at Hamiltons for 2 nightsThey were fully booked on the Saturday but as my wife and I like to eat early fitted us in at 6pmSuperb mealI had the Lamb and my wife the Sea Bass really really GoodWe both had Cheese board for desert Try it !

We would normally eat in London on a Saturday evening but purchasedlocal travel zoo voucher and gave it a try. The staff were charming, the ambience pleasant, food well presented. I paid extra to have the Fillet Steak which was very nice rare. Wine list of good quality including Greywacke which is never a bad thing. Reasonable priced for the quality.

Really lovely stay at this boutique hotel/restaurant. Ate both nights a la carte and was very happy. Breakfasts even better, leisurely and free newspaper. Nothing too much trouble. Great coffee. Staff brilliant and very engaging. Carter an excellent host, and very attentive staff in the evening. Will definitely recommend.

So just had an interesting dinner at Hamiltons. We've eaten there before on about 8 different occasions and have never had a problem (it's actually one of our favourite restaurants - until tonight). Everything was perfect until our main course arrived. Two of us had ordered the beef with oxtail ravioli, roasted carrots, parsnip puree, crisps and braising juices . I'd had it before so knew it was amazing and persuaded one of our guests to try it too. Big mistake! We both had a tiny piece of steak and 4 giant chips put in front of us with a jug of peppercorn sauce. When the waiter asked how everything was, I explained that this wasn't what we ordered. He seemed surprised, so I recalled the description in the menu. The reply was something along the lines of 'this is our new menu, I must have given you the old one. Sorry'. By this point it seemed pointless saying anything else (we'd been waiting an hour and a half already). However, when we got our bill, we were less that impressed! We were still charged the full £25 even though we'd been served the wrong food (and food way below the usual standard) and there was no compensation what so ever (not even the offer of a complimentary drink to make up for the mistake). As I've said, we eat here quite a lot so I really don't like writing a negative review however I'm hoping that people will read this and remember, don't order off the a la carte menu during the week as they probably won't have it and will serve you a 'pub quality' meal for the full price.

Found this restaurant during a business trip. The food was delicious and the staff was great. Would suit couples or families also.

Slighty slow service sometimes?? So what. Something not available from the menu? It doesn't matter. The food is worth any wait and it doesn't matter what you eat as it's all fantastic. The best restaurant in Surrey, not just Chertsey and I include some very nice Michelin star restaurants in that assessment also!

Worth paying a little more than some other local places, though set price menu nights are more affordable. Fantastic friendly and professional service, great atmosphere and excellent food.

We've just returned from our night at Hamiltons and I'm feeling compelled to write about our experience. I booked the restaurant for my partners birthday and explained this when booking, yet not one mention of this from the staff, we were however presented with a glass of bubbly which I had presumed was part of the set menu but when given the menu saw no sign of this, thinking I had made a mistake when reading the menu outside and that this was not offered on a Friday night we went ahead and ordered from the standard menu. My starter of quail was poor, difficult to eat and considering the £8 price tag, very much lacking in any actual quail! Main course, seafood cooked well, risotto under seasoned and watery. Portions also very small. Dessert made up a little for the first 2 courses and was actually bigger than my starter and main put together! Service slow and at one point the only waiter for the evening was outside having a cigetette! I just can't ever imagine this happening in similar priced places in town, you most definitely do not get what you pay for here and this place has a long way to go to justify the prices and elaborate menu explanations. To top off what was already a poor experience we looked once again at the menu on our way home and the set menu was in fact available but just not offered to us. Poor atmosphere, service and average food made to look good. Final piece of advice, take your money, get the train into London and go to a decent place for the same price.

Having read so many good reviews we felt very let down. The good news was that the food we had was very good. The bad news was that four out of seven items we ordered were not available. Service was very slow - and it was a quiet evening. The waitress didn't know that things were not available until after we had ordered each time - not what you expect of a restaurant charging these prices. Wine was pricey, and the restaurant lacked both atmosphere and heating - we felt cold. Needs to improve for those prices.

Was a great first visit with food that was presented perfectly and tasted great. The ambiance was let down by the music. Looking forward to another experience.

I went last night to celebrate my partners birthday.Hamiltons is a lovely little unspoilt gem as not even locals appear to know the place. While a little on the pricey side its well worth it.Food is great, I really enjoyed the aged beef. Winelist is short but selection is good. Will definitely come back.

We had booked to go to the restaurant last night. The booking was made 2 weeks in advance and yet we got a phone call 40 mins before we were supposed to be at the restaurant to say the restaurant was closed. The lady who phoned informed us that the restaurant was closed on Wednesdays and the website we booked through should not have let us book for that evening. She was not very apologetic and was surprised that we didn't take her up on the offer of moving the booking to the following night. There was no offer of remuneration or any incentive to go back to the restaurant. After this experience this is a restaurant I will never go to.

We walked in off the street and found this little gem. Good service, good cooking. We had the 2 course menu and a bottle of red and a bottle of water for about £60; which is not cheap but for Chertsey is pretty good. The dishes we had, London cured salmon, venison Carpaccio, Sea Bass and Chicken, showed imagination and an excellent blend of flavours. All very well prepared. Nice sour dough bread too.

Chertsey is trying very hard to to raise its reputation and Hamilton's is a big part of that. Tucked away by the church it has been nicely refurbished and has a very clean modern feel. The food is top draw with some imaginative dishes. Specials offer a good choice and there is a very reasonable set menu. The wine list is small but covers most tastes. There is rooms to rent here decorated on the same theme as the dining room and look very nice.( we did not stay)Well worth a visit.

We were celebrating a landmark birthday and were a party of 17, ranging from 3 to 65. The food was wonderful and the wine and beer were also excellent. And despite not being set up for such a large group, they coped amazingly well. We were a little worried about the few couples in the restaurant but they had apparently been warned in advance that there was a big party that night, which I thought was a lovely touch.

Food cannot be faulted but portions are small. Chertsey location but Chelsea prices, be warned.What really annoyed us was to be charged £2.00 for tap water!!! Thats after spending over £20.00 on a bottle of wine.Overpriced but cannot fault the quality and presentation of the food.

Fantastic. Basically my family took up the whole restaurant, food amazing, staff always available but not intrusive. Plenty to choose from the wide and varied menu.A special occasion that will not be forgotten. Carter and Co organised a special event that everyone enjoyed with not one bad report back.As to the bill exactly as I expected.Thank you Hamilton's you are on our top five list and we realise that we now need to visit back again soon.Regards Peter from Addlestone.

Beautiful looking fabulous tasting food you will travel a long long way to find anything better.It's just a shame the prices are increased on Fridays and Saturdays otherwise this place would be perfect.

Good food and good service. This is probably the most upmarket resturant in chertsey. a bit pricey but you get what you pay for.

We have dined at Hamilton's on five occasions and the food is always wonderful. We have never left disappointed, so I would highly recommend.

Not only was the food good but wine list even better if a little pricey.Owner kept us informed of timings as they had a rush which is unusual as most places just let you wait. Good free nibbles.

We had a lovely dining experience in Hamilton's. Food was brilliant. Definitely would like to go there again !

I can't understand why this restaurant isn't fully booked every night. The smoked haddock risotto was perfectly cooked topped with a soft boiled quails egg, the belly pork melt in the mouth was accompanied by sweet scallops. I really can't rate this food highly enough! The service was excellent, can't wait to go back.

Hamilton's is one of our favourite restaurants, so we're very lucky it's in our own village. The quality of the food is excellent, but what I like is that Carter the chef is an artist. When your meal comes, it's so beautifully presented that you don't know whether to eat it or take a photo of it. It's a small menu but changes quite often with the seasons. My favourite is scallops, and Carter knows that, so he always keeps them somewhere on the menu. To give you an idea of the quality of service, last Christmas we took our whole family there for Christmas dinner. (It cost an arm an a leg but was so worth it!) Our son-in-law and granddaughters are Muslim and we were a little worried whether the menu would be suitable for them. Oz, the charming waiter, who is also Muslim, went through the entire 5-course menu with Carter before assuring us it would be ok.

Went for a annaversary dinner on Saturday night, and what a treat from the moment we entered the restaurant the night could not have been better. The food is exquisite , the service was excellent, the atmosphere tremendous. If you are in chertsey try this establishment you won't be disappointed. We had a goats cheese, fig, and beet root salad starter. The 21day dry cured beef, chocolate marquis and home made pistachio ice cream. A true celebration meal.

We are regular visitors to Hamiltons and always have a wonderful meal, a true treat!Today we took our young children for a family lunch and enjoyed every mouthful once again, just in daylight for a change!Carter has a superb seasonal menu often with an extra choice of catch of the day and everything cooked to perfection. Melt in the mouth beef, a truly 'interesting and unusual' cheeseboard as the menu states and chocolate lovers are always looked after on the pudding menu! The wine list starts at a very reasonable price for a quality house wine and the staff are attentive, friendly and really add to the dining experience. An amazing restaurant and well worth a visit.Thank you, Carter!