Spread Eagle Hotel Restaurant in Chichester

We tried the restaurant for our anniversary and weren’t disappointed. Despite some previous reviews that aren’t that great, we thought we’d try it and I can honestly say it was absolutely wonderful. The service is old school and excellent. We were extremely well looked after and we both thought the food was absolutely first class. It is a very old building and as such the decor and atmosphere is very ‘of its time’. It’s not modern and 21 century styled. It is sympathetic to its history which we loved. The gazpacho was delicious (no need for croutons and keep it really cold please) and the scallops, lamb and accompaniments were absolutely delicious. My husband had a fillet steak and he was very happy - cooked rare as he likes it and tender and delicious. The pavlova could have been better (ice cream instead of cream and the meringue poss not homemade) but honestly for the money it was excellent value. We had a really wonderful evening and will definitely return. Please do give it a go.

A very disappointing experience. Went for afternoon tea with a friend to find we had crusts on our bread and scones that were inedible. They were solid hard on the outside and solid dough on the inside. The second lot of scones wa the same. Plus they objected to us sitting in the comfort of the dining room.

We had spa treatments lined up for the afternoon and lunch with a glass of bubbles was included in the package. We were shown to our table and given menus and a wine list. With lunch being part of the package I had to leave my seat and check with the maitre de as to what was actually included rather than being advised when seated. With the option of two courses each, I went for starters and main and my wife went for main and desert. I chose the crispy Parma ham with poached egg followed by the Moroccan Lamb and my wife chose the herb gnocchi followed by the Creole fruit salad. Not much could criticised about my starter other than the poached egg was over cooked but my Moroccan Lamb was far from Moroccan. The lamb sat on a bed of plain couscous surrounded by grilled peppers, courgette and aubergine which were described as Provençal but there was no hint of tomato to be found. The lamb was plain with no hint of any spices. I question the term “Moroccan Lamb”. The herby gnocchi appeared to be fried and tasted more like a bland bubble and squeak. The lemon mascarpone was ok. Finally, the “Creole fruit salad” was nothing more than pineapple and orange segments with some coconut shavings and a scoop of vanilla ice cream. We even found pips left in some of the orange segments. All in all a very disappointing and lack lustre lunch but thankfully the treatments were good.

Really disappointing experience from start to finish. Service was poor from arriving and then the waitress decided to clear the table half way through eating - we never did see her again, and ended up going to reception to pay the bill. We are not fussy eaters but I am cautious of what I eat so had checked the menu out online, the menu in the restaurant did not have any of the choices advertised online and actually left me with no choice but to skip starters and main course and have a cheese board with a glass of wine (to be honest more than happy with this option) but definitely overpriced much like the rest of the menu. The atmosphere was boring and although the weather was nice it was unclear if we could eat outside, something I wish I had asked. We were celebrating our wedding anniversary, and thought this would be a special place to go but unfortunately left feeling very disappointed & wont be returning

We love Midhurst & this beautiful hotel & have dined here several times. We'll probably choose somewhere else next time tho as the food served in the Restaurant is overpriced for lunches. £19 for a main course is fine, providing you get top quality & good sized portions, but not when you get average quality & tiny portions. Around £6-8 for starters & dessert is too high too, which is why we didn't have either, especially after seeing what was coming out for other diners. Just tiny portions for the money. Even when you factor in the surroundings & service, which is fine but not "silver service" incidentally (nor do they advertise it as such) I appreciate costs are rising for everyone & that a balance has to be struck but feel that its tipped slightly against the customer here. The old bar is magnificent, but under-utilised, if that was open for drinks & less expensive lunchtime snacks we'd certainly give that another go, but the Restaurant isn't for us anymore, sorry.

The food and service was first class, the food presentation and taste amazing. We ate for lunch and dinner, the staff were friendly and couldn’t do enough for you. Thoroughly enjoyed it!

Midhurst is about 20 minutes by car away for us so it's local by road but not walkable. We haven't eaten here for years and were enticed back with an online deal. It didn't seem to have changed much in all the years! We went on a Monday and there weren't many other diners but lots of people were using the Spa so that bodes well for this well-heeled country town eatery. The food good - with flashes of brilliance such as the pulled meat over the Yorkshire pudding. Classic coq au vin was well flavoured and tasty but we both commented on the cut of meat - I guess you get used to what you think of coq au vin!! Cheeseboard needed an overhaul or at least an introduction to what the cheese were. Other than that, service was good. We had coffee in the bar/lounge area, trying to get near the fire on a cold day but the fireside tables were reserved for early afternoon teas which was a shame. The conservatory would have been a better place to sit so we shall remember that when we come again.

We stayed overnight and had a three course dinner in the evening. The food was lovely just wish we were giving the option to dine outside as it was so hot in the restaurant. We didn’t realise it was an option until we had finished our meal and headed outside.

We haven't been to the Spread Eagle for many years, but have always had good food. Although we live in Farnham, we thought it was about time to pay a return visit. As one other reviewer said, it was just like visiting an old friend. The minute you walk through the door, you are made welcome. My wife and I both had the beer battered fillet of Hake, and the fish was so fresh (moist and white)We were looked after by Horace, a most debonair and friendly restaurant manager.So we will not be leaving it so long before returning.

It’s like going to see an old friend. I visited the spread eagle when I was 10 (I’m now 71) as I live in the north of England I stay there regularly but not frequently. It is a lovely and very quirky old hotel with loads of character and pleasant helpful and friendly staff and while they may have changed over the last 60 years the ambience and charm remains the same.If you want a clinical and totally sterile environment go and stay in a travel lodge (I do, they have their uses and provide an excellent service when you are travelling) The bedlinen in the spread is Is always spotlessly clean and there are always plenty of of extra bedding extra blankets extra pillows et cetera.. most rooms do not have a fridge for reasons of space although they do have an espresso machines, fresh milk is usually delivered to your door withinMinutes of you asking for it.For dinner the menu is limited but I don’t think I have ever eaten there without having to debate with myself which starter I will have or which maincourse. Credit often we work it out because my sister will have a dish that was my second choice or vice versa and that way we get to taste each others.Food is always beautifully cooked the wine list has something for everyone(Except me I don’t drink!)There are a couple of niggles which do nothing to spoil my stay there, as before animals are allowed in the dining room (in transit) and I’m not sure whether one should live and let live or not. There were minor niggles with the decor which had just been redone throughout, little things like splashes of gloss white paint on the tiles in the bathroom and on the towel rail. Didn’t spoil my stay but why let it happen? Get the decorator back to clean up after himself!I don’t think there is anything the spread could do it would put me off going there they have some terrific staff and I would recommend it to anyone

The menu is not extensive but what they offer along with a few specials is lovely. We started with a mushroom macaroni cheese, delicious. My husband had the tomato soup which went down well. For the main course he had the chateau briand steak which was cooked to perfection. I had his tomato as he doesn't like them and added this to my twice baked soufflé, it added a whole new dimension to the already lovely flavour. Cheese and biscuits followed, sadly no crackers available. A truly lovely meal

great quality food, good value, excellent service. I would have taken more photos but we ate it all so fast say yes if they offer bread, it's homemade and delicious! I wasn't sure about the olive oil mash. For me it should always be with butter, but it was still nice and went well with the Hake in Parma ham.desserts were beautiful and yummy!

We were staying here so had a three course evening meal and breakfast. The evening meal was superb! Beautifully presented and delicious. The cod dish was one of the nicest things I had ever tasted. The staff were so efficient and friendly. Will definitely be back.

Had a lovely bacon, tomato and Brie sandwich served with chips as part of our morning Spa package Lovely surroundings, friendly staff and good service. Made to feel valued and welcome. Lovely for special occasions.

Popped into the eagle with out booking. Staff were great couldn't do enough for us. Would go back again

Took Mum for a pre Christmas lunch. Perfect and festive setting, good food, good company and professional and friendly service from Jenna. Thank you for making it a special and enjoyable lunch. The food was well presented and delicious, the staff engaging and approachable.

We were using a gift voucher and had pre-booked a table for two for Sunday lunch. We were warmly and professionally welcomed and seated immediately. The restaurant is fairly formal but there is a warm and welcoming ambience with tasteful Christmas decorations. We were given a nice table by the window. We chose from the 'a la carte' menu and all courses were well cooked and nicely presented. Wine was wonderful. We were very well looked after and would certainly return.

Stayed here for two nights with our two children. Staff super helpful and attentive. Private drinks and dinner were excellent. Used the pool and spa and had a pedicure which was all very good. Would definitely stay again. Midhurst was a lovely town with easy access to Chichester and the coast.

Great food after the Goodwood Revival, great bar for drinks beforehand and excellent service from Horace and his team in the Restaurant.

Unnecessarily money driven. I had arrived at the hotel at 9pm and booked 1 of 3 available rooms for the same night. Organiser had made a mistake. Never used the room. Next morning I had asked if I could cancel. The hotel had no cost, no work, no opportunity cost and not delivered any service. Hotel management declined the request. A shame as so unnecessary.

The Spread Eagle is the most welcoming place to go, if you are lucky enough to stay it is very much home from home! Prior to dinner we enjoyed a leisurely drink in the bar and then went and chose our meal from the menu, the warm, homemade rolls were the perfect start followed by incredible 3 course served at a pleasant timing not rushed or waiting just enough time to enjoy each course before the next one arrived. The service is friendly and professional which makes you feel comfortable and relaxed. An after dinner drink with your coffee in the bar is the perfect way to finish your delicious meal.

We met up with my partner’s family for lunch. We were promptly served drinks in the bar lounge and given the days menus to order. All of us chose the salmon starter followed by pieces of cod for two of us, - 3 chose the vegetarian risotto and we all had the Eaton mess for desert. The food was very good but such small portions particularly for the cod - just 3 small battered pieces. The service was good but a bill of £70 (including drinks) for my partner and I while the rest of the family paid over £100 for the three of them is high for lunch particularly as the portions are so small. The restaurant is quirky with Christmas puddings hanging over the fire place. If the hotel is aiming for ostentatious and pretentious at least put white table clothes on the tables to match the nicely starched napkins.

We had a birthday lunch at The Spread Eagle Hotel Restaurant today and was one of the best meals we have ever had. The service was impeccable from the moment we entered the restaurant until we reluctantly left. The food was terrific value and delicious. All this in beautiful historic surroundings. Will return without doubt.

Good starters but pretty average cod as a main course and the lamb main a little mean. Good crumble dessert but at £9.50 it should be! Service and atmosphere as one would expect at a Country House Hotel.

We had a dinner party of 10 in a private room, served by attentive and friendly people with a excellent menu. They are very serious about sourcing locally, with a page or two on their suppliers. The lounge bar is a treat and the terrace is an excellent place for a coffee, a high tea or a glass of Sussex wine.

Lovely surroundings...Quality food...Extensive menu...Not overpriced...Polite service...A very relaxed & charming atmosphere...Recommended.

The restaurant seems popular with people who are happy to meet over a glass or three of wine, but is not the place for prompt service and high quality food.

When visiting Midhurst this hotel is a must for morning coffee. Whilst one can take in the conservatory I prefer the bar area. This is particularly in colder times when one may sit around the open fires. Two home made biscuits are also presented.

We had a bad experience here before Christmas and were invited to try again, today we did (foursome) and were treated to excellent friendly service and highly satisfactory freshly prepared food, nicely served with only 'appropriate' delays between courses. Well recommended!

The food here is quite amazingly good. Great choice and portions not too big. Sit by the log fire if it is cold but not necessary in May! Young staff very efficient and friendly.

In a party of five for lunch. Offer from newspaper coupon for two courses for £10.00. Large car park. Old fashioned and quirky hotel and restaurant. Lovely and relaxing. Quality setting, quality food and quality service. Wi e is on the expensive side.

We had lovely meal in bar in front of lovely log fire .Lovely girl serve us would go back again great atmosphere in bar on a Saturday night.

A lovely welcome by friendly staff. The food was delicious. Nicely presented and just the right size portions for us to have 3 courses and room for the mini macaroons which came out with the coffee. We where well looked after.

We went there at Christmas Eve as a treat but were a bit disappointed as foods weren’t so good. Starters were lovely but steak was really too fatty and chewing. We had to take the fat off the steak and couldn’t finish it really. And again it told ages for the dessert menu to come so we just skipped dessert! Will not come back again

We took my mother for a birthday lunch and were very disappointed with several aspects of the experience. i) Access: despite checking, there are steps into the building and these steps didn't even have a handrail !; ii) Waiting time: the lunch service was very slow indeed; iii) Constant Disturbance: the restaurant is a thoroughfare to the hotel with people constantly parading through the centre of the restaurant with suitcases and in states of undress to the spa; iv) Food: whilst certain dishes were good, my mother's sirloin steak was frankly dreadful - three off cut pieces of meat one cm thick, tough, cold and overcooked, I wonder how the chef had the front to send the plate out and the price at £43 for her three course meal was absurd !! To be fair the bill was substantially reduced without my having to ask but what a pity. The hotel is lovely and the restaurant setting historically interesting. With a little effort (like complying with the law about providing disabled access) and a shake up on the service and patchy food quality this restaurant could provide a wonderful experience.

Really nice meal, leisurely service which might not suit all but fabulous food and dessert to die for.

Twice we’ve been and twice we’ve left without being served.

We visited The Spread Eagle recently for a Sunday lunch. We haven't eaten in The Spread Eagle for a while and we were suitably impressed - not only with the food, but the attentive service and wine list. We both enjoyed the meal and our starters of onion soup and partridge salad were delicious, as was the roast beef. My husband asked for his beef to be rare and it was perfect. There was also a lovely selection of desserts/cheese.

Good all round meal for four. Service was spot on and the food was great. Starters and mains I could not fault. Dessert not to my taste but enjoyed by everyone else in the group.

Traditional food in a conservative dining area - possibly overpriced for any great success. This is the sort of place that should be full of family reunions and laughing couples on a Sunday lunchtime. As it was we nearly had the place to ourselves. Food quality was good to excellent and the winelist looked interesting. Shame the restaurant/bar did not have any cask ale. The local celeb craft ale Curious Brew is pleasant but unremarkable. We enjoyed our lunch.

We recently booked to have afternoon tea at this hotel. On arrival, we were ushered to what the staff termed the 'conservatory', which is more like a lean-to, that functions as the thoroughfare for any guests walking to their rooms, the pool or the spa. Many of these guests were wearing towelling robes as they strode past guests seated and having afternoon tea. Being closer to the pool end of the 'conservatory', we could also smell the chlorine emanating from the pool. There was no heating on, it was raining and cold outside and it was therefore very chilly sitting in this area. The view from the conservatory is onto the carpark.When the tea finally arrived, other guests having complained about waiting too long, it was luke warm. The food was acceptable though and those serving us pleasant. We learnt on departure that there is a lounge, which looked cosy and warm, where 'non residents' of the hotel are welcome, so why on earth aren't those paying for an afternoon tea treated with equal welcome and respect by being housed in the lounge? Residents of that hotel should show respect and not parade in towelling robes past those paying for their afternoon tea. We did note that some residents, obviously possessing better standards, were clothed appropriately and carrying a bag probably containing their swimming gear, etc. Perhaps the hotel can ask their guests, some of whom were wearing their robes in a loose fitting manner, to refrain from doing so. Other people there for afternoon tea were also appalled and expressed their opinions to us.

Having seen an advert for the 2 course lunch for £10 per person we booked lunch on the spur of the moment as we had business in Chichester. As someone who enjoys well prepared food , I have to say we could not have wished for more flavoursome meals and would have happily paid substantially more if it had been priced higher. Service was friendly and attentive.

Beautiful Hotel with a lovely spa area. Spa staff were professional, warm and attentive, hotel staff slow, truculant and YTS. Welcome coffee took 20mins or so to arrive, after some prompting and was cold, lunch and Fizz included in lovely surroundings, but 30min wait for cheap fizzy wine and very small lunch, underwhelming and frustrating waste of spa time, another 30 min wait for purchased tea and biscuits at the end of the day, again with prompting to be told "sorry the Hotel had run out of milk", tea ok, no biscuits arrived,

The afternoon tea here is absolutely lovely and a real treat. Served in a beautiful conservatory. Very attentive and excellent service.

Chouette service avec des serveurs ayant un humour ou un caractère très British à l'ancienne, et très bonne nourriture. Service attentionné. Nous étions en demi pension et avons vraiment apprécié.

My husband and I stumbled upon this old coaching inn for lunch recently. We had a lovely lunch in wonderful surroundings. Staff were attentive, food very tasty and all in all we thoroughly enjoyed the experience. The hotel is very old and full of nooks and crannies and probably best suited to able bodied people due to several sets of stairs and narrow corridors. Full of atmosphere with what looks like a lovely spa. Would like to spend a weekend here.

The Spread Eagle delivers what can only be considered disappointment.

My partner and I came here to have dinner on a sunny Sunday evening.

I really can’t fault the Spa or rooms here. The treatments were frankly the best I’d ever had. Facial, massage and reflexology.

Met with customers in the conservatory, nice surroundings and lovely ambience. Had a Spa as plenty of ladies in white robes.

DIY Scones, Jam and cream - delicious! Cakes - exquisite! Choice of teas - brilliant! No real service though. This is an old building with many tripping hazards and stairs to negotiate to use the loos.

I was in a that restaurant with a family over Easter. The set menu is very overpriced at £38 in comparison with lots of other places.

A traditional old fashioned restaurant with lovely decor and ambiance. Service is very polite and helpful but slow. Nice touch that they bring you a jug of water when you sit down.

The food, the presentation and the service were nothing short of the highest standards. Set that against the atmospheric dining room and you have a fantastic evening, we certainly did

Good food, good service the hotel was well signed out of Midhurst. The restaurant had a certain charm

The food was good enough, not as good as the pricetag would suggest. However it would be no understatement to say that the service was absolutely appalling. It really could have been a Faulty Towers theme & nobody told us. We ordered drinks at the...

Recently came to the hotel for my birthday with my best friend. We had booked a spa day and were not disappointed. Greeted by friendly staff and had a good old cup of tea and home made biscuits in the conservatory, then we were able...

I booked the restaurant some weeks ago for my father in laws 80th Birthday. My brother in law was flying in from the states and my husbands grandmother, who is 101 was being driven from Brighton. We live in Wiltshire so we chose the Spread Eagle as easy for everyone to meet. It is a 1 1/2 journey from Wiltshire so we set off at 11.30. On the way over I asked my brother in law to ring and say that we were now 10 instead of 8. They told him that they didn't have a booking for me. I used to go to the Spread Eagle years ago and was confident that when I explained the circumstances of everyone meeting up they would move heaven and earth to help. I rang them back and they couldn't have been less helpful. As you can imagine I was fairly distraught. 10, relatively old people, with nowhere to go for an 80th Birthday lunch and I can assure you that I booked!! I will not be returning. Very sad that the management has changed to that extent. Judging from some of the reviews I have now read on Trip Advisor, it was probably a lucky escape. We went off to the Unicorn Inn in Heyshot, who could have been more helpful. The service was friendly and attentive and the food delicious.

Lovely historic hotel. Great food, friendly staff, amazing spa. Whole family enjoyed themselves. Stayed on Queens suite, all four of us together (2 adults, 2 teenagers). Had 1.5 hour signature spa treatment which was amazing.

I recently treated my friend to afternoon tea for her Birthday, as she is heavily pregnant we thought this would be something nice to do together that we could both enjoy!

We were a party of 10 for Sunday lunch. Meeting in the lounge before going into the restaurant my partner ordered a pint of beer and a gin and tonic. When he questioned the nearly £16 bill he was told the gin was double, which he did not ask for, apparently they only serve doubles. It was my drink and I planned to just have one drink as I needed to drive home later that evening. I then went to the bar for half a pint of lime and soda (£2.80) and was ignored while 2 members of staff continued their conversation.

We were at the hotel for our spa day which was amazing. For our 2 courses meal we went to the restaurant but I have to say the service was far from the type I would expect from this business. The welcome wasn't warm at all, dirty tables everywhere, it took long time for anyone to come and take the order, with 5 tables in total in the restaurant you need to be efficient. Food was pleasant as well as was the room.

Came in for afternoon tea, service was very slow but we had s nice time. Ended up drinking huge pink grapefruit cocktails. Drinks were very expensive! Will always come back here..

Came here for my mum's birthday. I advised them of this but nothing special was done.

We arrived for a special birthday lunch at this lovely hotel at the time they asked us to come - 12.45, and sat down at the table. Nobody came for ages then the man who seemed to be in charge came and offered us water. We saw the table next to us had a jug of water and said yes, but we were brought a bottle of water, already undone. (At my request they took it off the bill later), but nobody gave us a wine-list and it was about half an hour after we arrived before anyone came to take our food order (we still hadn't been offered wine). So I asked if we could order wine and he went off, then came back with a wine-list, which he left with us and came back a full ten minutes later. We then ordered both our wine and our food. It was another half hour before either of them came - the wine. About five minutes after that, the starters arrived. Quality ok, but not as good as it always used to be at this hotel's restaurant. We finished our starters and they eventually came and cleared those. It was ANOTHER half hour before our main course arrived .... for two of us. Nothing for the third. He said it was just coming. After about ten minutes, the third arrived and at last we could eat ... but it was only lukewarm, including the one straight from the kitchen! The main course was very disappointing - minimal portions. I had the been stroganoff. It was very bland (no taste of paprika or sour cream at all ... and the fat had not been cut off the meat, so horrible to find it in my mouth! Consequently, there was very little beef in the 'stroganoff! By this time, all the people who had arrived for lunch after us had eaten their two or three courses, had coffee and gone. Nobody came to collect our plates, in fact nobody came into the restaurant at all, so at 3pm, having not been offered desserts of coffee, we walked out of the restaurant, just as a young man waiter came through and we asked for coffee in the conservatory. That took another half hour, at which point he apologised and told us he'd been the only one there! When I went to pay at reception, the receptionist explained that one of the chefs was off sick and it was the manager's day off. It's such a shame to see this lovely place go downhill. I'd like to come again one day and find it back to its former good standards.

I hadn't been to this restaurant before for lunch so thought I would try out the £10 lunch offer. It was a truly wonderful experience. Good quality food, convivial atmosphere, roaring log fire and attentive service - I couldn't have asked for more. I had roasted tomato soup with parmesan cheese followed by the most tender beef strogonoff and rice I have ever tasted. The coffee and home made petit fours were extra to pay for but melted in my mouth. Absolutely amazing good value and loved every minute of it!

The restaurant was quite busy when we visited midweek but service was prompt but not rushed and all staff were well trained, polite and friendly. The restaurant is located in an historic hotel close to the centre of the country town of Midhurst and there is plenty of car parking on site. The restaurant area was spotlessly clean and comfortable. The menu choice was excellent with a fine dining menu in addition to one that was more modestly priced. The choice of wines was equally good with some reasonably priced offers in addition to wines for the more demanding customer. Overall the superb old world charm made this a very enjoyable occasion and we will certainly visit again despite the distance from home. We were amused when we left to go home to see that the quick food outlet a few yards down the road was almost empty whereas the more expensive and traditional hotel restaurant was clearly very popular.

We had a very average dinner at the Spread Eagle Hotel this weekend. My monkfish main was luke warm and chewy. Our crumble for dessert was also not hot enough and the service was slow and not particularly friendly. We mentioned this at the end of the meal and the waiter barely acknowledged it. We won't be going back.

I usually post a review if somewhere is either very good or very poor. In the case of the Spread Eagle, it was both. The £10 lunch offer was very good value, with two of the most flavoursome courses I've had in months. However, we waited an eternity for someone to take our dessert order, whilst adjoining tables were cleared and relaid, we sat with the menus in front of us. Eventually, due to time constraints we ordered coffee and petits fours. We waited once again for too long, for a cafetiere of mediocre coffee and a jug of hot milk which cost £7.50. At the same time we asked for the bill, and that didn't come either. The restaurant was not busy, being a midweek lunchtime, but front of house seemed to have lost interest in us after the first two courses.Such a shame, because otherwise we would certainly have visited again.

Ordered a steak rare which arrived closer to well done. By the time I received a replacement my wife had finished her meal. Of the replacement which was cooked closer to rare only a little over half was edible due to fat, sinew & gristle. All pointed out to the restaurant staff. Breakfast didn't fare much better with the bacon grossly over cooked or kept hot under lamps for too long and the scrambled egg ............?Definitely the B or C team in the kitchen on a Sunday night Monday morning.

A group of friends and I regularly enjoy dining at the Historic Hotels Group including the Spread Eagle. Their £10 lunch voucher is usually exceptional value and allows us to have a fine dining experience on a budget. We possibly made the mistake of booking for a Monday - I suspect that supplies were strained! One item, a fish risotto was the choice of two of our party. However, the restaurant had no risotto rice (!!!) and so the offer was amended to fish with pasta and cheese. The starter of a fishcake was decent and tasty. I ordered a steak with a sauce, with a hefty £3.50 supplement - this was the best dish of the menu. Nice juicy steak. But the ladies who ordered the fish "risotto" got a dish that was similar to my "use whatever is left in the larder" creations. Nice fish, on a bed of cheesy pasta - a rather basic dish for this kind of venue. It tasted fine, but presentation wise was a bit like a Tesco Ready Meal. My other friend ordered gnocchi, but I am not sure that any gnocchi arrived on her plate but instead some mini roast potatoes with the advertised wild mushrooms. A bit disappointed. Service was very patchy. Staff seemed harried and had to be reminded about more bread and butter. We were barely acknowledged on arrival and the welcome was lukewarm. I appreciate we were not high spenders, but offering people a special priced meal I presume is a way of bringing in repeat, higher value business. We decided against a pudding as the choice was not that exciting and took our coffee and tea in the lounge. This came with "petit fours" - when these arrived we received some pieces of chocolate truffle and some tiny meringues like the icing from Midget Gems. Not the classic petit fours you might expect. The waiter said this was the cheaper option at £3.75 per head than the coffee and biscuits! A second order of tea yielded a teapot with hot water and no tea bag. The waiter then rushed off and returned with a tea bag and commented that "the teapot is still hot"....obviously had not heard about the concept of using boiling water to infuse tea with. I firmly requested a fresh pot and this was done, but again it felt like it was a bother and a bit of a rush. My impression was that there were not enough staff to cover the restaurant and the lounge areas and that service was stretched. We love the surroundings and ambiance, but the food was not as expected, other than my steak, and the service really let it down. I have stayed here and dined a la carte but on this occasion it felt like we were second class citizens.

Great setting with very comfortable bar but well overpriced drinks and poor service. The restaurant looks good but the food was very poor and not to be recommended. The meet was tough and the potatoes and vegetables cold.

We can warmly recommend the Spread Eagle Hotel Restaurant. The food is excellent. Service is friendly, efficient and professional. THe surroundings are beautiful - a historic hotel in the heart of the beautiful small town of Midhurst. It is also reasonably priced for its location.

In another review, my fiancé and I visited the Spread Eagle to make use of the hotel and spa facilities, this review is focused on the restaurant.We visited during the week (a Wednesday) and the restaurant was very quiet with only us and a few other groups in the place. The dining room has a lot of character with low beams and artifacts on the walls. Staff were extra attentive but were never intrusive at any point. The set menu had just around the right amount of choice for us and we both went for different starters and mains. I particularly enjoyed the monkfish which was meaty but also light. All the food was well cooked and well presented. My fiancé’s rib of beef fell off the bone and was absolutely delicious. We normally share desserts but found ourselves enjoying the mousse and crème brule too much that we forgot to offer each other a bit! We finished off dinner with a tea/coffee and a dessert wine (added supplement).The only down-side (which is very minor) is the through route to rooms from reception runs through the dining room. Whilst this didn’t disturb us whilst we were next to a window, I imagine if we were sat near to the centre of the room it could get slightly annoying.We have already started to look at possible dates to return and fully expect to take advantage of one of the packages from the hotel offering the 3-course dinner as part of it.

Stayed at this hotel for 6 nights, hotel is vey clean, staff are very friendly. Restaurant menu wasn't really for me though, but that's down to personal preference. Rooms are well equipped and very clean. Would recommend this hotel.

Faultless! The food was delicious, good variety of choices. Breakfast the next day was lovely as well and they had a bloody Mary cocktail on the buffet table too which we thought was very amusing!!

Poor standard of cooking; burnt leaks, tiny amount of veg, no burtter on new poataoes, poorly cooked lambDisorganised staff.Out dated dining area.

The three course lunch is nothing out of the ordinary and portions are very small. Service is extremely slow. Have eaten here on a few occasions, but won't be returning. Perfect for the well-heeled retired fraternity, but not for me.

Went yesterday for our Christmas presents to each other. Although we enjoyed ourselves the roast we ordered was pretty poor. The beef was thick and tough and as everything had been served on the plate the gravy had set before it got to us. The cheese board seemed like it had been prepared the day before And left out all night. Just a bit disappointing really.

We met for lunch with my fiancé's sister and her husband who made the booking. We had the lunch voucher (available on the web site and the waiter was happy for me to simply show it on my iPhone) and at £14 a head this is tremendous value for a 3 course lunch - choice of 3 starters, 4 mains and 2 desserts or cheese. Cafetière with at least two cups each plus petit fours £3.50. All courses were very tasty - not massive portions but perfectly adequate for the grey generation! Our service was very attentive and not rushed. We had coffee in the lounge. The hotel and restaurant has a lot of character.

Good welcome, nice table, attentive staff initially. Starter, two edible, a soup and smoked salmon (charged extra), two second rate crab dishes, looked terrible, tasted not much better. Main course, after a very long wait, one vegetarian, edible, two duck, one lamb dish, all chef's specials, complete rubbish, presentation awful, duck uneatable, lamb which I ate truly second rate. Everyone then avoiding us like the plague. The young bar steward eventually cleared the plates, I caught him in passing. He brought us the sweet menu. I remonstrated with the manager, we paid for what we had and left.

We went for lunch, and were sat on a table right in the walk way through to the hotel with people pushing past with suit cases. The starter was fine, and then they bought out our main course, Five of us all ordering the same thing. The so called skinny fries were not cooked through, when we told the waitress the Manager/head waitress herd an looked at us all as though we were lying, she did then agree and took all five plates away, the meals were then returned with the fries cooked. We were not given back the plates of food randomly therefor each of us having another's plate of food with either new fries or probable reheated fries put back on the plates. (Disgusting)

We went for Sunday lunch for a treat. The restaurant has bags of atmosphere, very charming old world as you would expect, plenty of space between tables, and has a light and airy feeling looking out into the conservatory and gardens. I can imagine it would also feel quite snug in winter with a large open fireplace. The waiting staff were perfect, very polite but not condescending. Starters were not very large - but the main course is huge and a decent sized dessert so no worries if you are feeding a hungry man. A strange mix of presentation - some dishes were very well presented others looked very basic (eg prawn cocktail which tasted delicious looked as if it had been thrown into a breakfast bowl ). The main course vegetables were basic and not great quality but everything else delicious. Four of us ate the 3 course meal with a bottle of wine and two further glasses of wine . The whole bill was £150 inc tip which we thought was very reasonable. You can have coffee served outside in the conservatory or garden if you wish. Overall a very pleasant laid back experience and makes a good change from the traditional pub lunch.

Wholesome fare but not the fine dining experience the billing might have suggested. If pitched properly then the quality of the food etc would have scored higher. Accidents happen in restaurants, but staff have an opportunity to impress with their remediation - I would score the staff at about 6 out of 10 on this occasion: passable but little effort to make up for inconvenience and discomfort caused. With half a pitcher of wine in one's lap and the other half swimming around one's starter, one might expect something over and above replacement of what you had left of your starter.

Beautiful setting. Slow service but it makes up for it in character. Very expensive. Still a lovely little find. Didn't eat there, just had coffee staff very friendly.

This is a fairly upscale hotel with dining & spa. The spa is very pleasant with an old style garden outdoor courtyard area with sunloungers, great in good weather as you can get away from the chlorine (I'm not normally a spa-dweller, but enjoyed my visit here!). Treatments such as massage are available and these are excellent, the staff are really professional and the atmosphere is relaxed and friendly. Treatments not cheap but pretty good value. The hotel is in a beautiful very old building but the room facilities are nice. It is not super smart, but tasteful, I liked the style. It is probably worth paying the extra for a superior room (...if you're going on a spree, go the whole hog, including the postage!). Undoubtedly the biggest plus of this hotel is the staff, they are all highly professional, courteous and friendly - there is a nice vibe here, which speaks of good managment. I found some of the evening meal options slightly over-intense on the seasoning for my taste, but two breakfasts were both just great; again, with wonderful service.

Wonderful food with great wine in a beautiful restaurant where the staff were very attentive. Paying a little more for a larger room is your choice you only sleep in there as there is so much to do and see locally.

Family friends visiting us specifically asked to have lunch at the hotel and you didn't disappoint. We all enjoyed a lovely lunch in the restaurant...friendly, welcoming and very professional staff made our lunch date most enjoyable. We chose from the lunchtime menu...delicious soup, Italian meats with piccalilli, and gnocchi with asparagus to start followed by the delicious fish cakes for three of us and the beautifully cooked steak for one of us. We ended with one of us enjoying the lemon creme brûlée then coffee with petit fore.The dining room was busy but the staff went about their work quietly and efficiently. Thank you all, our guests thoroughly enjoyed their visit.

I had been meaning to come here for a long time as lots of friends had recommended it. We decided to try and come for Mothering Sunday but it was fully booked so we came the day before for Afternoon Tea.Although the setting is beautiful and atmospheric the tea was a bit disappointing. The sandwiches were dry, like they had been made and then left out uncovered. The cakes were not very exciting; lemon drizzle, chocolate and fruit but the scones were excellent. My daughter said they were the best she had ever had. The service was also excellent and we did get extra scones all included in the same price.I would try and come again, maybe for dinner or lunch.

Quiet, restful and delicious. Atmosphere was really nice, busy but not in the least bit noisy, friendly staff

This was our 3rd time here and once again we had to send the food back. The steak we ordered Med/rare and arrived Med/well, the seared calves liver had been cooked so quickly that the outside was done well but the inside was completely uncooked. I am a huge fan of rare liver but this was raw. When the food came back the liver was superb but the steak was still medium. We also had the tomato soup for starter which was on the verge of being too salty to eat. On a good note the staff were all very good especially the young barman in the pub, this is a guy that is worth every penny and should be commended for his enthusiasm, customer service and knowledge of his profession. i wish he worked for me. Give the guy a huge pay rise.

I took my mother here for afternoon tea as a Mothers Day treat. The hotel and setting is simply beautiful, so quaint and English. We arrived a little early for our tea (13 minutes) I enquired at main reception if it were possible to be seated already. The receptionist was lovely and said I'm sure a table has been set up ready, she asked us to follow her, we passed a young waiter and waitress, the receptionist asked if the table was ready, the young waiter said yes, as we walked past (and within my ear shot) he said but they are very early! This I thought was rude and unnecessary! We were seated at a lovely table opposite the fire, and left to peruse the tea menu. We ordered our tea and some tap water, which the waiter forgot and so we had to ask twice for. When the tea stand came it was a little underwhelming. I have a major sweet tooth, so was disappointed to see slabs of cake on a tier instead of some lovely little pastries. The scones were to die for ! Simply divine ! The sandwiches were delicious, they made them all on brown bread as per request which was greatly appreciated. The clotted cream was amazing and the cherry jam lovely. I have had many afternoon teas and I do expect better pastries than slabs of cake. For the price I had expected something a little fancier. Also I expect the plates to be changed after the sandwiches, my mother had to use her saucer for the cakes and scones, as she had egg mayonnaise all over her plate. The young waiter was nowhere in sight! I wonder if we caught the young waiter on an off day ! Maybe a little more training on politeness, and etiquette !

we booked a table for eight for a family lunch today and were asked after we were seated if we had a voucher, when we said no we were then treated like fools and charged £18 for a very meager two course meal made with the cheapest ingredients that the rest of the restaurant were charged £10 for. There was no a la carte and the only other choice was a three course menu for £38, as I had a very bad feeling by then this was duly declined. No one likes to be treated like this and I certainly won't go there again.

What a great place to host a little party before a wedding. Drinks where cheap and a lot of options. It's a shame that the bar closes at 11:30pm

Went for a lovely lunch which was relax Food excellent choose from there lunch special menu of two courses which normally £18 but at present if you go to there web page and print of a voucher its only £10 until 31st of March worth a teat to your self's

Another good meal at the Spread Eagle Many thanks to Lesley,Stuart,Charlotte Terry and the team. You deserve all your success. Been here many times never disappointed. See you next month.xxxWell done

Delightfully "Old Fashioned" restaurant with quite charming and attentive staff. Starters were tasty and the main's vegetables were cooked to perfection but the pheasant lacked taste and the roast beef was tough to the point of being inedible. If I were the named supplier of the provider I would be concerned. We didn't fancy/manage pudding which from the Menu looked interesting. Three for set Sunday Lunch cost, Inclusive of a bottle of House Red, £98 excluding tip.

My partner and I stayed here a couple of weeks ago ( friday night). This is our second time here and we both love it. The food is superb and the staff are friendly and helpful. Our room was on the small side ( we stayed in a suite previously). I have never reviewed a hotel before but what happened to us on the Friday evening still bugs me!! We were seated at our table for our evening meal and the restaurant was rather busy. I noticed a free table by the window and asked the waiter if the table was free and if we could possibly move. He politely informed me the table was reserved and asked if he could get us champagne from the bar to which we replied, yes please. Now, the waiter made this sound as though he would bring us a glass of champagne each as he couldn't accommodate our request to sit by the window. We soon discovered this was not the case when the champagne was added to our bill at £16 per glass. Not wanting a fuss, we decided to let it go. But i regret not speaking up about it at the time. Just be warned! That aside, we love this hotel and will go back soon for another luxurious break.

First class food in a charming restaurant with polite and effecient staff.The menu is sophisticated, without being pretentious, with a good choice of locally sourced food. A delight.

Food was absolutely delicious i.e. beetroot salad, pheasant, apple pie with butterscotch sauce was fab!!!! Breakfast continental style with added extra of "full English" bloody mary - apple cider fruit juices etc etc very good value for money