Meudon Hotel Restaurant in Cornwall, Isles of Scilly

Disappointed/underwhelmed I used to look forwards to a lunch time stop at the beautifully located meudon hotel after a walk around the local coast .Today was the first time we had visited since a change in ownership and I’m sadly disappointed. Had to hunt for service twice ( and yes I do understand that businesses have problems with staffing levels ) the bar area was like the Marie Celeste . The food is my main issue . The hummus and salad sandwich was fresh but it was made using the cheapest , thinnest sliced brown bread that I’ve seen in many a year.I’m really not fussy but if this is what’s served then I’m not impressed. I’m a local customer and I’m now not confident that I would risk bringing my family here for a full meal . Come on , don’t let yourselves down by cutting such noticeable corners.

Well presented, with flare and colour. The meals were good, although not too special, and fennel does not go with fish it overpowered the flavour of the fish. Breakfast was a little dry and not exciting. Marvellous waiting staff.

Hotel in nice grounds but the Restaurant is expensive and not great portions. We paid £24 for child's chicken and chips with an elderflower drink. My puddy seemed half the size of others. Staff were friendly though. Will not be returning again.

Valentine's & birthday treat. We had to wait two hours for our food, so our first course was at 9.50 pm, with another 20-minute wait for the main course, awful food, obvious by then, and so on ...... It seems our experience was verified by a member of staff and unique to us, but learning that didn't and doesn't, enable us to feel less humiliated by the experience.

Attracted by the signs from the SW Coast path offering all sorts of food and drink I walked up to the hotel and was greeted with what seemed to be mild surprise that someone would actually drop in. Service was painfully slow and trying to forestall this when the food eventually arrived (a salad so not complex cooking) I asked them to bring the bill. Maybe 20-30 minutes later no sign of anyone so I went back to reception rang the bell and asked to pay at the desk as I'd waited long enough but apparently that wasn't possible so I went back to the restaurant and paid. I would have declined the 10% service charge but couldn't face the wait for the bill to be reissued.

We came up from the beach and ordered a beer and a ‘tea for two’ which filled up one cup each… WHICH CAME TO £18.15. I went to question this and I said hello to the male floor manager who ignored and bypassed me and when he finally spoke to me I was patronised. I will not come back.

Dropped in when we stumbled across this cute hotel with lovely gardens. Sadly after 45 mins of trying to put a drink and food order in - promting staff 4 times - we gave up. They weren’t that busy the place only had a few guests from what we could see. Maybe it’s different if you are a guest or have booked. Could have been great. Really wasn’t.

Had a very poor afternoon tea no refills and NO sandwiches just lettuce really disappointed as it was my wife and daughters birthday treat. Never again. The staff were not interested in serving and no one even asked if we were ok.

This restaurant is outstanding!! The hotel it’s in is beautiful and unique with the best hotel gardens I have ever seen. The staff are so attentive and nothing is too much trouble. The food was first class and I’m surprised not Michelin starred!! We had a walk down to the beach after lunch, through the gardens and it felt like we were in a tropical paradise. This hotel is a real hidden gem

Dropped in for a spot of lunch whilst walking one of our local routes from home. Despite repeatedly requesting menus from four different members of staff, we were left waiting, without even a glass of water, for over half an hour. It wasn’t busy - typical changeover day - quiet. Food eventually arrived (bbq steak, medium rare) after an hour. Still waiting on the water. Staff manners were diffident bordering on contemptuous. Zero effort was made to make us feel welcome, either by the maitre d’, waiter, bbq chef or receptionist. The setting was pleasant enough, however for the £100 which we spent (for two) there is an abundance of dining alternatives in nearby Falmouth and Helford who provide excellent cuisine and a hearty welcome, often with a stunning aspect to boot. We will not be adding Meudon to the list of local venues which we support through winter and summer. Disappointing. Mediocre. Complacent.

We came for an afternoon tea which was served in what I think is what they call the drawing room. Its an attractive room which was warm and inviting and we felt comfortabke and at ease. We were not so happy about being served on a flimsy foldup metal tressle table, athough it was covered with white crisp table cloths it was a bit wobbly and not ideal. I did bring this up and was offered an alternative lower sturdier (I am presuming it would have been) table which we declined as it would have meant bending down. The tea itself was good though it would have been nice to have as a choice Cornish tea, we love Tregothnan. Everything we ate was enjoyable but we did compare it to one we had recently at the Hannafor hotel in Looe which knocked spots off this one. Their cakes were much much better and their sandwiches made with much better bread. We enjoyed the food here though and I think its fair value for money. We walked in the gardens afterwards and went down to the beach, its idyllic. I would recommend the experience but I think some thought needs to be given to a better table. Also It would have been better to have a bowl of suger lumps rather than sachets. Generally the overall impression is that it's a bit makeshift. Service was fine, though I think our waiter thought I was being difficult about the table.

We stayed for lunch and had chicken ceasar salad. There were no croutons and no parmesan cheese. It was expensive for what it was. We had a bottle of Prosecco which cost £42. The next day we ate in a 2* hotel, and exactly the same bottle was £26. To add insult to injury, the Meudon added a further ten per cent to the bill. Our friend really wanted to have lunch at the Meudon, so it didn't seem appropriate to complain in her presence. We shall not eat there again.

Reserved a table for the relatively good value Sunday lunch. We had a friendly welcome and nice window table overlooking the garden. Service was good and there was a nice ambience, but food quality and presentation really varied. Smoked salmon starter sounded sophisticated but looked a bit of a mess and was just a small pile of salmon on one side of a plate, a teaspoon of crème fraiche and a bit of dill. The roast beef however was excellent - beautifully rare and generous quantity, but the sea bass was a very tiny piece of fish on a few spinach leaves with a rather cold buttery sauce alongside. Vegetables accompanying roasts were very good - amazingly crunchy roast potatoes! Gorgeous. Disappointing that the vegan main was just plain slices of roast cauliflower - no nuts or crunchy topping or chick peas to give some interest or protein! Totally unimaginative! Puddings were again mixed - disappointingly cloying vegan lemon tart (though nice to have something different!) and good sticky toffee pudding, but spiced apple crumble was unappetisingly stodgy and underdone. We enjoyed our visit, but in my view the food should be much better - and the good reviews in the press are over-rated.

Sunday lunch. Setting is very pleasant in the dining room. Jazz trio however invasive in a relatively small room. Would have refused a table right by the band...beware! The offer at Sunday lunch is good value, starter and main were good, albeit poor attention to detail by waiting staff; bread arrived halfway through starter as an afterthought, and potatoes with main course not at all until we asked, by then well into main course. They were tough and obviously warmed up. A shame as it took the edge of a decent food offering at a good price. Desserts were awful. An over firm and tasteless Panacotta and a dreadful sticky toffee pudding so solid it was like very firm marzipan. The wine was good but of course 3X uplift which is reasonable nowadays. Very busy as we left and impossible to get attention to settle the bill. The staff were plaesant but possibly undertrained. Having said all of that our first visit under new management and chef. We will return and try the evening meal, so suspend judgement until then.

So, we booked here for an afternoon tea, a treat for my wife as part of her birthday package. We booked in advance for an afternoon tea, 4.30pm, for two. Upon arrival at the hotel at reception, we were guided to an upper floor balcony/corridor with views looking over the very lovely garden. We were shown to two seats at a table which we assumed was the waiting area for us to be taken to where we would have our afternoon tea. As I looked to my my left I notice a family of 5 already eating an afternoon tea and it then dawned upon me, this is where it was to take place.. A short time passed and as someone came to serve our neighbours, they asked us if they could help us. We stated the reason for our presence and they seemed a bit lost but off they went went. A good while passed and we were eventually served with our afternoon tea. The tea (fluids) was fine but the food not. The sandwiches had started to dry out and the bread was a bit crisp, The cream tea - the scones were warm but undercooked, the cakes were fine. However, while we were seated in the corridor eating our fares,, we were interrupted by people seeking passage with suitcases and trolleys. There was also a member of staff hoovering. This was definitely not what we were expecting and I certainly wouldn't recommended it.

Six of us had a fresh, tasty and generous afternoon tea on the terrace overlooking the beautiful garden. Scones, sandwiches and macaron, brownie - all were highlights. Attentive young staff were friendly and knowledgeable. Stayed for ages and walked down to the beach after tea - highlight of our lovely holiday on the Lizard.

Couldn’t fault. Came for an afternoon tea with my partner, we were seated outside. For somewhere so beautiful there was such little fuss, just really great service, staff were really personable, the food and cocktails (and champagne) all excellent. Such a peaceful, wonderful atmosphere and unbelievably beautiful grounds for a walk down to the beach afterwards. Will certainly be recommending to friends and family.

To start with, we enjoyed pre-dinner drinks in the lounge area. the cocktails were great. The restaurant was fabulous - the view, the food and the wine and the staff too!

We stayed 2 nights at the hotel for my husband's birthday and ate in the restaurant that overlooks the gardens on both nights and at breakfast. Food was delicious. Choices were well thought out. I had the crab starter, hake and creme brullee. A sirloin steak option was offered on the 2nd night, which my husband was delighted to order! Staff were so attentive. Good choices of wine. Breakfast was good too, with plenty of options and quality produce. Lovely crisp, white linen tablecloths and large napkins! We've booked to stay again and can't wait to return.

We stayed at Hotel Meudon for 5 nights and ended up eating at the restaurant every night! The menu changes regularly, the food is exception and the service was some of the best we've had. We coudn't really fault it and the fact that we ended up going back every night of our stay says it all.

The service and food were both exceptional I would highly recommend! Staff were all extremely lovely and the food was one of the best meals I’ve had in a long time.

Had an amazing evening meal. The Sea Bass main was cooked to perfection. I had the Creme Brulee for pudding. Rich, creamy and sweet, but that is why you have a raspberry sorbet with it.

We visited on Sunday for the first Sunday lunch of the season and it’s safe to say we were not disappointed! The food was absolutely delicious. The beef was cooked to perfection and I would highly recommend the veloute. The food was served help yourself...

Last Saturday we celebrated our wedding and had a table for 21 guests at the Hotel Meudon restaurant, in the evening. Everything was perfect. Most of the guests said it was the best wedding food they had ever tasted. Everything was flawless. The three course...

The service was excellent, efficient, courteous and friendly. The menu at face value, £45 3 course dinner, appeared to be interesting with good choice. However each course lacked a variety of texture (best described as baby food) and chef seemed heavy handed on both salt...

First of all, if dining during daylight hours make sure you request a garden view table, it really enhances your experience. We both had the 3 course menu at £45 per head which we felt was reasonable for the quality of food and service. Obviously...

This was a special occasion made extra special by the wonderful food and the friendly, professional staff. Each one of whom wanted to enhance the experience by explaining the history of the hotel and former private house. We were a party of 6 mainly vegetarians...

This a shout out for chef Darren Kerley and the staff at the Hotel Meudon. We went for dinner twice while staying in a house nearby and were blown away by the quality of cooking. The dishes, all using locally sourced ingredients, are beautifully put...

Dinner was delicious and good menu choice. Staff were extremely attentive without being intrusive and could not have been friendlier. Breakfast was also brilliant, so many choices and the restaurant overlooks the most stunning garden

Enjoyed the meal, the ambience and table service. Great meal options too. I must say there is a sudden slope at the entrance to the Hotel which took my partner & myself by surprise. But all in all was a good experience.

My wife and I have just returned from our first and very enjoyable stay at the Meudon Hotel. We stayed for four nights. The Meudon is ideal for folk like us who were looking for a quiet comfortable hotel, nestling in the Cornish countryside, with...

We enquired if the roast beef was rare and were told they could do that for us. When it arrived it was medium to well done. The potatoes had obviously been heated up and tasted quite unpleasant. When our waitress asked how we had enjoyed...

We ate two nights at the Meudon’s restaurant and enjoyed ourselves on both occasion. Can recommend the Hake and also the Haddock. Enjoyed the fact that we had time to have an aperitif in the bar in a relaxed environment whilst choosing our menu selections....

hotel very clean and staff very helpful they let you take your pet .food was not quite what you expect you had to pay extra for the veg .You give a time when you want to eat and wait in the bar for about half...

Food cooked to order, presented professionally, great quality and the garden views are wonderful. Attentive staff ensure a good dining experience and the variety of menu choice excellent

We just popped in for a rest from walking the coastal path. They could not be nicer. Had some nice cold drinks in the gardens. Super nice and lovely.

Convenientemente ubicado en el punto medio entre Helford Passage y Falmouth en el SWCP, esto es una parada ideal para el almuerzo. Usted tiene una corta caminata cuesta arriba a través de fantásticos jardines (adornados con helechos arborescentes y otras plantaciones tropicales), pero vale la pena. El té crema vino con dos bollos caseros enormes, ¡y fue maravilloso sentarse en los jardines en un cálido día de octubre!

The food is excellent and always well presented. the menu is varied and clear. All the food is locally sourced - using seasonal vegetables.

Los jardines son impresionantes y conducen a una joya de playa. Es como estar en un libro de aventuras, los niños y los adultos disfrutaron mucho el paseo. Después tuvimos un almuerzo fresco y sabroso con algunos tés de crema descarado, el mejor que hemos tenido de vacaciones.Sin embargo, nada supera al servicio de calidad en el restaurante y el frente de la casa. Muy amable, acogedor y nada era demasiado problema.Estoy deseando volver a visitarlo pronto.

Habíamos reservado una mesa afuera para uno de los memorables tés de crema del hotel. Había cuatro familias adultas. Cuando llegamos nuestra mesa había sido tomada posiblemente por los residentes y el esfuerzo del hotel de gestión familiar fue a traer una mesa y sillas a un lugar con sombra fue increíble. Siempre disfrutamos de estar sentados en lo que parece un paraíso subtropical con una corta caminata a la playa privada después de nuestra comida. Excelente servicio amistoso maravilloso té de crema. Con tumbonas alrededor, donde la gente puede relajarse en estos hermosos jardines y uno casi esperaba ver pasar a Hercule Poirot en este día tan caluroso. ! ! Este es el verdadero hotel inglés con un brillante y antiguo servicio inglés donde nada es demasiado problema, incluso con largas caminatas desde el edificio principal, para el personal, muchos de ellos miembros de la familia.

We stayed in the hotel and were lucky enough to dine in the restaurant. Absolutely superb, I can honestly say it as one of the best meals I have had You have to try it, you won't be disappointed

Fuimos con la familia para el almuerzo y el pescado y patatas fritas era increíble. Los pasteles de cangrejo igualmente y el queso macoroni con cangrejo delicioso, así que todo encantado. La comida estaba recién hecha y preparada y teníamos una vista increíble y una visita de algunos pavos reales vecinos que lo hizo aún más espectacular. Como siempre, el personal es amable y servicial. Todo el crédito a Gaye el lugar. solo se pone mejor y mejor. Altamente recomendado.

the food is well presented and very tasty and the staff are very attentive and helpful. I ordered a special 24hours early - lobster thermidor which was the best I have ever had. The chef excelled herself and the staff looked after us very well.

Trataban a los niños para el almuerzo en el hotel. Nunca había estado antes. Tuvimos una comida encantadora. Recomiendo los calamares. Luego tuvimos un excelente tiempo explorando los jardines y el tiempo en la playa y en el mar. Sin duda volveremos pronto con amigos.

Visitamos el hotel Meudon para el té de la tarde para 5 personas, en una semana muy tranquila. Cuando llegó había dos sándwiches muy pequeño dedo por persona, crema y mermelada bollo, pequeña tarta de fecha y una pequeño pedazo de tarta bakewell. Por supuesto también había té y café. obligatorio No nos ofrecieron los recambios para el té o café durante toda nuestra visita. Hemos tenido muchos tés en el pasado y a menudo han luchado hasta el final de la selección. Pedimos adicionales sándwiches para que nos cobraron 10 libras. Le sugerimos que, si su partido son hambre, comer en otro lugar. Cuando me preguntó la cantidad de comida que siempre nos aseguraron que los alimentos adecuados. El personal era muy agradable y los jardines absolutamente preciosa, así que es una pena que este maravilloso lugar es decepción por la cantidad de la comida que se sirve.

We almost took over the restaurant last night with 35 sitting down for a family reunion dinner. Lizzie made us very welcome and Andy, Dan and their team were great and Food was lovely. Fabulous views and a beautiful garden.

A superb restaurant and setting. had one of the todays specials, excellent service with pleasant attentive staff, will certainly return, Walked down to the private beach after lunch splendid surroundings.

We returned to the Meudon Hotel recently for a Sunday Roast 3-course meal. As we were there to celebrate a family member's special birthday, we had requested a table by the window that looked out across the beautiful garden. On arrival we were greeted warmly...

Food good, absolutely no atmosphere. Service slow and looking out of dining room in the evening was so depressing, just a glass black window, so one was looking at a reflection of oneself.!

If you are walking the coastal path in this area, you will pass the entrance gate that leads up to this hotel. It is a rather steep walk up the hill but worth it. (Although if driving, you can go via road to the front...

We celebrated my birthday by spending most of the day at The Meudon - lunch and dinner interspersed with a...

Sometimes hotel restaurants can be disappointing, not so with this one. The food and service were both superb.

Situated in a lost valley the gardens are exceptional. Good place to enjoy a Cornish cream tea. Hotel also has its own beach

We have stayed in this hotel before but today visited for a walk in the gardens and a cream tea. We were lucky with the weather and were treated to warm sunshine as we walked through the tropical gardens to the beach. We were served in the garden with homemade scones and jam which were delicious. Nothing was too much trouble and service was with a smile, what else could you ask for. A little off the beaten track but well worth a visit if near Mawnan Smith.

Lovely gardens. Great food. Friendly staff and helpful prompt service. Ask to eat outside. Ideal venue too for cream teas.

The restaurant has superb views of the subtropical garden, which is lovely to walk in, the staff are very attentive and professional, the breakfasts (especially the fish dishes) are wonderfully fresh and delicious.

We stayed here whilst catching up with friends who live in Falmouth. It was beautifully situated with delightful gardens which reach all the way down to the sea, a small beach and the coastal path.Our room was spacious , clean and comfortable although not ultra modern in style. Sound proofing was pretty good except in the bathroom. As I am a very light sleeper this is important to me.We stayed on a bed and breakfast basis but in the end dined in every night. The menu was interesting and varied and featured locally caught fish as well as meat choices from local farms. They offered a reasonable wine list and it was possible to get a decent wine by the glass, both in red and white. Waiter and waitresses all appeared to be very well trained , they were always very pleasant , helpful and efficient. Any delays in service were always explained and they apologised for them.Reception staff were also very good with a wide knowledge of local facilities.

Hotel fantastico peccato solo che la strada per arrivarci sia stretta e impossibile da trovare ma una volta arrivati siete in paradiso.. attraverso un bellissimo giardino si raggiunge la spiaggia : un incanto. Buona l'accoglienza e incredibile il ristorante cibo buono e ben presentato servizio impeccabile .Lo consiglio caldamente anche x viaggi di gruppo .

Wir sind begeistert! Unser Hotelzimmer (Valley) war ausgezeichnet. Das Servicepersonal hat sich sehr persönlich um jegliche Angelegenheit gekümmert. Im gesamten Haus eine hervorragende WLAN-Versorgung (Netzempfang hier sehr schlecht). Die Küche macht einen hervorragenden Dienst. Sie ist äußerst kreativ und liefert Top-Qualität zu einem guten Preis. Wir fahren dort wieder hin!!!

The hotel doesn't offer it as standard but if you call in advance they are very helpful and organised a private child minder to look after our little boy.Private beach and garden leading up to it is amazing even on a downcast day.Very pleasant staff with very straight forward set menus leave no surprises at checkout.Only criticism would be the room was a little sparse in terms of facilities. No air conditioning, fridge in room or extractor fan in the bath room for example. However it all pales into insignificance compared to the quiet of the garden and being treated to an amazing view each morning.

We called in for lunch.The lady at reception was very friendly and helpful, taking us to a seating area on "The Bridge" - a tranquil lounge area with a perfect view over the beautiful gardens.The food was good if a little expensive but I suppose the lovely garden has to be paid for too!

I was out and about for the day and was in need of something to fill a hole, so popped in to grab a spot of lunch. I was welcomed by very pleasant staff who showed me to the lovely bar area. Despite an overcast day, I was spoilt by the view down the fabulous gardens to the sea beyond. If the weather is nice, one couldn't pick a lovelier place to unwind.I enjoyed a lovely fish cake and salad lunch, washed down with coffee. All very simple but just what was needed. I have enjoyed the cream teas here in the past too. Definitely worth a visit.

Lovely gardens leading down to private beach.Had light lunch in the garden whichwas delicious. Very friendly staff.Altogether a lovely place

My wife and I have just had an excellent easter sunday lunch on our first visit here. All the hotel staff are the most friendliness you could ever ask for we experienced first class service from them all.The food itself was of a very good standard and the ingredients used of an excellent high quality. If we were to be picky we would of liked to see tablecloths and linen napkins on the tables just to show that quality off. Thanks to all we will return soon.

We stopped off for a cream tea whilst walking the coastal footpath walk. A steepish walk up through the fabulous gardens but so well worth it. It was a beautiful sunny day and we sat in the gardens near the ornamental ponds and there are spectacular views down through the valley. Every member of staff made us so welcome and the service was excellent. The cream tea at £7 which had two scones each was very good value for money considering the location of this hotel. Would highly recommend

We were staying at the hotel and had booked a birthday dinner in advance. We stayed for another dinner because of the standard of food, friendliness of the staff and the overall ambiance which made us loth to get the car out to drive to Falmouth.

Family reunion meal after a funeral,Well laid out but no-one on reception on arrival and no pointers to the restaurant.Eleganly presented dainty portioned meal but not quite in accord with the ambience.Better food for less at the named fish resto in Falmouth- see my reviewGood Cornish ciderback car park unlit..

The evening menu changes daily and though the number of choices for each course is not vast there is a good and varied selection of tasty food on offer including fish, meat and a vegetarian option each presented imaginatively..

Fantastic, family owned hotel restaurant with beautiful views of the garden. Excellent quality food prepared by talented chefs.

Lovely garden and has its own cove beach but still stack in time. It needs a bit more doing to the rooms and younger generation will be much more interested.

One of the best gardens for a hotel in England. No need to pay to visit the usual Cornish semi tropical gardens. Food is all locally sourced with interesting dishes. Rooms have been refurbished and the hotel is comfortable and much improved since the initial visit of the Hotel Inspector!

Meudon Hotel Restaurant serves local fish, meat and vegetables simply but very well, be it breakfast, lunch, afternoon tea or dinner. We especially liked the fish.

My husband and I made a last minute booking for Sunday lunch but sadly they were full but they helpfully took our number in case they had a cancellation. Later that day they rang to say we could go so that was delightful news.The whole experience was charming, friendly and so relaxing. There is an air of informality but smartness existed throughout. The bar/lounge is beautiful and the drinks are conservatively priced and we also liked the wine list. The menu is very straightforward without an unnecessary huge choice. Everything was perfect down to the food and service and you can't fault the ambience. The view from the dining room is so special and tropical you could almost imagine yourself in Majorca! The food was beautifully cooked and very flavoursome and the dessert was truly delicious.We have dined here many times before and feel very much part of the owners' home and really appreciate the friendly but informal but efficient ethos.It is a good value meal overall which is classy but not fussy.

Gardens and beach A1 Breakfast and evening meals A1Staff very friendly and welcoming.Hotel cross between a motel and care home. Please, please upgrade the bedrooms.

I ate from the fixed price menu and was not wowed - but not disappointed either. I had a soufflé, the guinea fowl and a mousse pudding and felt that this was the best choice. We had drunk 2 bottles of Prosecco and so asked for water with the meal which was not served in a carafe with ice but rather in small glasses so that we had to ask for refills. Our wine was not topped up by the waiting staff and we were not asked whether we would like a coffee. The meal was £35 which felt expensive. Restaurant was a nice room with wonderful views and before we were seated in the restaurant we had drinks on the terrace overlooking the garden which was a nice end to a busy days work.

We have been sporadically visiting the Meudon for many years with the older generation family members and its such a shame that around the time of change (Alex Polizzi visit) things have never been quite the same. I am not referring to the the new style of dressing the hotel, in fact I embrace it, the bridge looks much improved, clean and welcoming and the pre dinner drinks room is a lot more airy and comfortable although the room up from that, how the chairs are set out did look rather like gods waiting room, some imagination of setting out many chairs should be improved there. The restaurant is much improved with the new blinds in the conservatory and the painted walls and yes no grumbles from me from changing the crockery to plane either. No, my grumble is of basic service skills, on our visit you are missing a restaurant manager, and it shows. The young girls are very polite but sadly lacking direction. With the new changes we were not sure how the land lies now, we used to get our water and wine poured for us, but we now assume from our experience this is no longer the case, also at no time did we get asked if we would like extra drinks.No side plates for our bread rolls, in fact no choice of roll, got what we were given, which was served with the soup, not all of us eat the choice of colour roll that had been chosen. The food was nice, I use that word "nice" not spectacular not stunning but nice. Carrots were far too hard, tried to cut into mine and it flew across the table. When our main meals were served there was a long wait for one of the waiting staff to ask if we would like any condiments. Once finished our meals again we waited for ages for our plates to be cleared away even though the odd member of staff were "in the area" We waited such a long time after our desert to be asked (well actually for a member of staff to actually show their face) if we would like beverages but gave up and went up stairs to pay for the bill. Shame we would have liked to have sat out in the gorgeous garden but it all took so long we had to get back home for other commitments. Could have understood if the restaurant was busy but including us there were just 9 covers!The food was actually better this time round than our last visit, although we had better service last time, perhaps we will be luck on our next visit to have a top score for both (hopefully not to fail on both accounts)There seems to be some dispute with your vouchers. We were hoping to use the "get a meal half price" when ordering a lunch only to be told (and quite bluntly) it is only valid if the word SUNDAY is on it, is this a trick that you can use every day of the week? No terms and conditions on the reverse side, you had no leg to stand on but as we don't to make a fuss on such a family occasion we said nothing, but were not impressed. We still adore the Meaudon and the gardens as it gives great comfort and pleasure to all of us, we will continue visiting but I doubt many people with be quite so romantic. There are jobs still to be done in looking after and improving this beautiful building, sanding down the window sills on the landing to get rid of the water stains from the vases, just little touches that make such a difference. Every day your manager should be walking round carrying out their "Beauty duties" but I fear the love has died for this wonderful building...............

My wife had Sunday lunch here a few weeks ago with her family and they all had a wonderful meal so we decided to go again and let me try what was hoped to be another tasty experience. Sadly not so.....whilst the staff were all very friendly the food lacked that wow factor that would attract me back again. My crab cake starter was a little over cooked and my wife's mushroom souffle was tasteless. We both had roast lamb and had to wait for nearly 10 minutes for some mint sauce, the vegetables were nice but everything needed some seasoning.....all a bit tasteless. I was going to ask for some extra roast potatoes but on tasting them I was glad I didn't...not the best in the world. Pudding was ok...nothing special......which sums up the meal altogether really.....all ok but nothing special.....sorry.

Wonderful restaurant with fantastic views over the delightful gardens (worth a visit on their own accord!). Attentive service, friendly staff. Menu a bit limited but food well presented and enjoyed by us both.

Yesterday we tried the Wednesday special offer lunch of a 3 course meal.This includes a main course of a roast. We rang to say we were vegetarian and on arrival were offerred a menus with two choices for each course - all vegetarian. We had butternut squash and basil soup with an excellent warm roll, followed by cheese vegetable roast with thyme roasted potatoes, chantenay carrots and green beans. This was superb one of our best meals for months, with such good flavours. This was follwed by sticky toffee cheesecake for me and chocolate raspberry mousse for my other half. Excellent coffee was included and all for £14 each, an absolute bargain. I am very surprised at the last two reviews as over the years we have never had a bad meal at the Meudon.

Having had an absolutely appalling meal a few weeks ago we were given a 2 for 1 voucher. One of us had lamb and the other had beef. Both were inedible. The veg were good and the desserts ok but the meat was so tough we had to leave it. We pointed it out to the waitress who told the chef and he said there was nothing wrong with it. No apology from the chef or the manager. The manager said that lamb is supposed to be fatty and have gristle in it! They gave us another voucher which I don't think we will be using.There were just 8 diners in the restaurant for Sunday lunch which, for a restaurant that seats 50 or 60, tells a story!

Went for Saturday dinner with friends. Lovely grounds and waiting staff but we should have got the vibes when we were assured the fish was red mullet, even after a check to the kitchen, and was later informed it was in fact grey mullet. The white wine we ordered was not chilled, had to be put in the freezer and eventually turned up with the main course when we had hoped to be drinking the red. The two steaks ordered were so full of gristle that they were inedible. The replacements were better but nothing special. Served on a mess of mushrooms that was cooked so long beforehand that they were reduced to a slush and with the sole a compliment of 5 moderately sized chips. I've has better steak in a pub for a fiver. This table d'hôte meal, with one bottle of wine and a pre-dinner drink for four was £200!! I have eat here several times before but never again!