Peri Peri Dot Larkhall in South Lanarkshire

Food- everything was really nice (fish cakes were small and only got 4 bits- reason for 4/5). Service- women who took my order over the phone was nice . Time management of restaurant was very poor. When I ordered I was told 45 minutes, I clarified on the phone asking if it was actually 45 mins or should I come down later as I just didn’t want to be stood about (which happened last time I ordered when I waiting in the car after being told 5-10 mins. I went back in 20 mins later and get told the fryer had just broken and got half the order with no apology). I was then told actually to come in 55 mins- totally fine for a Saturday evening. I arrived a hour after placing the order and get told 5-10 mins and to wait in my car. Long story short it took another 25/30minutes. Original pick up time-50 mins, actual 85 mins. My issue is not necessarily with the wait time itself but with the fact that there’s an obvious mismanagement of timings that’s then put onto the customer. If you only have one member of staff cooking account for it when telling someone their pick up time or don’t accept the order if you need to focus on tables in the restaurant. I was then made to feel like I was in the wrong ‘you can see it’s only me in here’ and ‘I asked you to wait in your car’ (I did for 15 mins). I sympathise to a point but you knew your capacity when accepting the order so the onus of that is not with me. I did receive an apology when I explained my frustrations but I can’t say it felt sincere. Food was tasty tho but not worth the stress.

Excellent food, good portion sizes, great value for money. Also really like the boxes used for takeaway as food doesn't go soggy like polystyrene or plastic containers other places use. Staff are also very friendly and helpful. Can't wait to try other things on the menu. So lucky to have vegan takeaway available in EK

Food was great and staff is very well trained. Loved it...x

My wife and I visited with two other couples after a riverside walk, initially for a drink and then we ordered food. The bar is quite small but recently and well renovated, and with a welcoming vibe from staff and regulars alike. Food is very reasonably priced, and was well received: two steak pies were tasty, but could have been improved if served with more gravy; three fish and chips were also tasty, but irregularly cooked; the veg tart was delicious. Apple crumble desserts were really enjoyed and appreciated.

Just home from the Bistro & food was fantastic as always. Service was great & it was so reasonable for such exceptional quality food. Will be back again soon for sure 😍