The Good Chef in South Lanarkshire

Second visit here & was another amazing meal. We had the fish & chips, ‘boring’ burger & chips, maple & garlic siracha chicken gyros & southern poutine loaded fries. Everything was cooked well, tasted amazing, well presented & we didn’t wait long for food to arrive. Service was excellent, waitresses are lovely. Didn’t have any alcohol this time but cocktail menu looks amazing! Restaurant is really well decorated with lots of unique features & there was a great, buzzing atmosphere. Forgot to get photos of the food, was too excited to eat it!

Amazing food and portion size, cozy relaxed great staff and honestly well worth visiting for meal, cant wait return 🙂🙂

The places is amazing the decor and atmosphere is lovely and the food was absolutely delicious can't find fault with anything at all been meaning to stop in here for food for some time so glad I did can't wait to go back again

Waitress who served us was very nice but knew nothing about the food on the menu. Service was pretty slow. My husbands battered fish was very greasy. I requested no garlic sauce with my main course & asked for ketchup instead. Then charged £1 for ketchup. Complained to waitress but she just shrugged. Unacceptable. Definitely would not go back

Staff were luvly..but sadly food very mediocre. ..just typical fast unhealthy food ...wont be back..

I went here for my dinner at the weekend and although our food was lovely I was left a little disappointed. I felt that there wasn't enough staff to wait tables and the staff that were working looking stressed and maybe lacked experience as I felt when I asked questions they couldn't give me answers. I also feel the set up of the restaurant does not work as there was a booking who came in who clearly expected their table to be ready and it wasn't. Staff then began to move around tables with the people having no choice but to stand around our table waiting for it to be set up which I feel was disruptive and imposing on my night. Apart from the food being a reasonable standard, I feel overall the restaurant lacks experienced staff to ensure it runs smoothly

This place is amazing been many times never had a bad service staff give a great services. Excellent food and nothing is ever a problem to them. I can't believe someone has given at one star, review some people just like to learn about anything

Hate leaving a bad review but wouldn't want others to have a poor experience. A large group of us went for a special occasion. Table was booked months in advance. Got a call from the GC 30 miniures before our booking to say table would be thirty minutes late ..Got there to be told table still not ready and they suggested that we go somewhere for a drink as they do not have a waiting area...Came back table still wasn't ready. We had to stand around other customers tables while staff moved tables around to put two tables together for our party. . All together our table was a. hour late. Most of the food was nice. Service was shocking..no sreak no choice of wine .2 waiting staff absolutely rushed of their feet doing everything. We were squeezed into a corner so close to another couple they had to move if someone at the end of the table went to the toilet. We had booked the table for 6pm and didn't get out of the restaurant till nearly 10pm due to waiting so long and slow service. Questioned the the bill as we had been overcharged. Asked to be recompensed for the time we waited. We were given a voucher for 25£. The owner gave a limp apology as we were leaving which i felt was completely disrespectful. I explained that it was an important celebration it was a disgrace..owner was rude and flippant. He said we were busy what do you want me to do about it. He said weve given you a voucher what more do you want. I explained the voucher is no good as i wouldn't be back to spend more money for poor service. I explained my family had travelled from all over and one member of my family had to leave half way through his meal as he had a prior commitment which he wouldn't have been late for if our table had been ready and food didn't take so long to arrive. . He shouted over the restaurant to a membe of staff to give me 25£ out of the till ...he wasnt happy and his attitude was disgusting. The wait staff just looked embarrassed . As a family we went to the GC before it moved to this location and never had an issue..we wont be back and will be letting everyone know to stear clear.

Went last night have never been before Didn’t know what to expect We were not disappointed Our server Charlie was so lovely, chatty, and looked after us well, we had cocktails that were massif and soo good We got a few starters to share Then our main meals The portion sizes are massif aswell We all struggled to finish Will definitely return again as the hospitality was 10/10

Dani was an amazing host and done a fantastic job in checking in on us, even worked around asking before and after taking a bite - which is rare nowadays haha. She was a good chat too, while me and my boyfriend were on a Christmas date. The daiquiris were MASSIVE and so was the food, worth your money. Had to take my dinner home in a take-away tub - even the tub is crafty, keeping it for ma lunches ahah. Overall, phenomenal experience and the decor was impeccable! Cannot wait to come back again. Loved it and Dani deserves a raise for her amazing work!

Absolutely disgusted with this restaurant …booked in August 2023 for a 60th birthday…..they cancelled that day leaving us in the lurch….(excuse was chef had got a hospital cancellation and had to go to it)…give them the benefit of the doubt cause emergencies do happen….booked again for this evening DECEMBER 2023..and low and behold they have cancelled our reservation this morning again..excuse this time..(staff have Covid and the restaurant can’t open!!!)…absolute rubbish…pandemic is over…haven’t you heard!!….sorry but won’t be giving you a third chance !!!..but miraculously they did say in their txt.. they would be open tomorrow…so Covid only lasts a day here in this restaurant…And to top it off you can’t book a table here without paying a deposit in case you don’t turn up !!! Just to let people know if you want to be let down ....book a table here cause they are experts at it….!! SORRY I CANT COMMENT ON THE FOOD CAUSE I CANT GET THE CHANCE TO EAT IT !!!!!!

Lovely restaurant, amazing cocktails, food was great! Big portions. Perfect for a cosy date night or pre drinks. Service was 5 star! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Booked a table for 4 friends for a mini Christmas night out/dinner for us. It was first time trying for us all but we’d heard very good things. The cocktails were great, however everyone’s drinks arrived at different times and we did wait a while on them arriving. Food was absolutely amazing, everyone at the table commented on good portion size and how much they enjoyed their dinner. Don’t enjoy the wooden boxes the food comes in, wish restaurants would go back to plates. But I get the gimmick. After our dinner was finished, we would have liked desserts and to order more cocktails but we were forgotten about by staff. We waited nearly an hour without anyone approaching us. I found it quite difficult to get anyone’s attention to even ask for the bill, I then took the cash up to the bar as we could have walked out leaving it on the table and no one would have known. The restaurant wasn’t too busy as there were tables free but definitely need more staff or better trained staff. Would probably use it for the takeaway service as the food was great!

This is a wee gem of a place! Really cosy & a great casual vibe throughout, well decorated & had the Christmas tree up so was so festive looking! Good music playlist on too. The food was incredible! We had Korean chicken, Chilli beef nachos & mozzarella sticks to start all big portion sizes & tasted great. For mains we had chicken parma, Philly steak po boy which was so good, perfectly cooked & again massive portions. We had to box some to take home & it was too good to leave! Desserts were kinder cheesecake & milkybar cheesecake...creamy, delicious! We tried a few different cocktails but the espresso martini was up there with best I've ever had & I'm fussy with cocktails! So velvety & smooth it was lovely. The service was superb, waitress was really friendly, efficient & knew a lot about the menu. Total bill was £105 & it was great value for money. All in all a top find & can't wait to visit again!

I can’t believe this restaurant is only a few miles from me yet I had never been there ( that will all change ) The food was absolute delicious. We got the small dishes !!! X6 . Be warned they are not small and we struggled to finish them all . Everything was delish . We had some cocktails as well and they were also fabulous and some of the nicest I have tasted . The service was also great and overall reasonable. Will definitely be back

We have been to GC Bar & Bistro several times now and have received both amazing food and customer service every time. Lovely atmosphere. Waitresses are lovely, very attentive checking we had everything we need and how our food was. Quick service too! 10/10 The...

Been here a few times, food is brilliant however service is always usually slow. Last visit was really disorganised and the restaurant was very quiet, only 3 tables in. 3 out of 4 starters brought at the same time. Took ages for fourth starter to...

Think the place is really over rated, service was extremely slow waited nearly an hour for food, no one checked how meal was. I think food looked better than it actually tasted very bland and nothing special at all, burger tasted like a burger van...

Absolutely fab dinner tonight, I had brisket and my wife had the haddock, what a treat, couldn't finish it, fantastic, thanks Ryan and your wonderful staff.

Fantastic it was great I recommend the fish and chips the service was perfect and very helpful wa a great birthday dinner

Have been a few times before when we have managed to get in as there opening times are different from advertised but when you walk in the music is so loud it’s like a nightclub The server we had was really nice didn’t catch her...

Never seems to be open for lunch that is the third time we have went and it’s been closed for ‘stock taking’ even though Facebook page and website states it is open. Should maybe better communication as to when you are actually open.

From the minute we walked in the staff were awesome - we were 45 mins early hoping they’d be able to seat us and to our surprise they could even though it was busy. Wonderful drinks, even better food. So good that I’ve booked my...

Dined here on Wednesday night and have to say food and service was amazing …first time myself and husband have visited new location and will definitely be back

Me and my friends went here on Saturday as we hadn’t been since it reopened as we used to go frequently and it was always amazing however this time we were very disappointed:(. To start with they got 2 out of 3 orders wrong, as...

I only came across this restaurant while out walking because it is very inconspicuous compared to other restaurants in Hamilton with their very noticeable signage. It is below street level so you can’t really see into it. My husband and I were keen to try...

Visited with my husband & we both had the special which was cowboy chicken. It was so salty it was inedible. We told the waitress who advised the chef & his comments were he uses a salty mix! We were promptly brought the bill &...

Walking down Lower Auchingramont Road to the Bombay Cottage and the Menu for here caught my eye, we decided to give it a try and were not disappointed. Warm welcome from the staff and shown to a table with all the Covid precautions highlighted. This...

Out for mums birthday last night and had a great experience. Food was lovely, great selection and speedy service. No mistakes with orders & we all asked for different things. Our waitress was really friendly and nothing was an issues. Very well decorated bistro and...

Spent just under £50 on food from here for collection and it was the worst I've ever had , the pakora was cremated to the point I couldn't bite through it the beef burger tasted like pork was definitely not beef first time trying here...

We ordered for delivery during lockdown, the food was piping hot and delicious, highly recommend the meatballs. The chips are like none I've tasted. Definitely order again.

New premises are pleasant however staff seem overwhelmed even when very few customers within. Extraordinarily long wait for food which can only be described as average. Trace and protect procedures don't seem to be wonderful. You are told to use your phone to scan a QR code however staff do not ensure this is adhered to. Very disappointed. Would struggle to recommend.

Two of us had dinner there last night, really enjoyed it. Spoke to another couple also first time visitors who liked it as well. Staff very friendly. Plenty of menu options. Very reasonably priced. Mixed crowd, couples and families, but we were eating quite early,Lots of covid protection, staff wore masks, kept their distance, plenty of hand wash available on arrival and in toilets. Tables separated by screens. Just nice feel to the place, will definitely return.

After living in Hamilton for 15 years and driving along this road hundreds of times I only spotted this wee gem last week and we went in last night for the first time.Very clean, tables and people all socially distant. Staff stood well back when talking to us and it all felt very safe which is vital right now of course. They are mainly tables of 4 and a few for 2 with the screens they can easilly adjust the table numbers depending on what the rules are at the time. We were pleased to discover they are still carrying on with discounts through Sept - I think Wed/Thu so take advantage while you can. The menu was quite extensive for both food and drink, we shared a starter and then my wife had a spicy chicken burger and I had another spicy chicken dish, all three were top notch and we shared a tablet sundae for desert - we are still stuffed the next morning as I write this. We will definitely be back and will probably try a takeaway in the not too distant future.

Placed an order earlier for collection this evening, a couple of burgers, cheesecakes and a cocktail. Food was amazing! Exactly the same high standards that you receive in the restaurant. Portions were huge and staff really friendly when collecting. Social distancing guidelines very clear upon collection.

Went with my son and his girlfriend for dinner - they had recommended it. What a great little place!The menu is pretty extensive and everything we ordered was so tasty and really nicely presented.The staff were all lovely - really friendly and very attentive tho not at all pushy.Mains were huge - I couldn't finish mine - and desserts were the same.We will definitely be back - hopefully sometime soon!

Food excellent. The deserts are extremely good. A good pint on draft too ! Atmosphere great and value for money a real positive Don’t miss out!

Visited this place on a Saturday evening. Nice atmosphere, good decor and staff are very pleasant. Unfortunately the mixed starter was overcooked but the mains were no so bad.The menu is not overly long but perhaps trying to cater fro too many tastes.Will try again at some point as it's good to support people opening new ventures.

Visited The Good Chef Thursday 9th Jan with my niece. First impressions were very nice. After being seated I became aware of the low ceiling which made the place a bit claustrophobic. My neice has many allergies and the waitress was excellent in dealing with this. The food was delicious and piping hot but there wasn't much in the way of vegetarian food for myself. Overall I would definitely recommend this restaurant

Had a very good lunch at Good chef (Auchingramont road Hamilton, everything freshly made and delicious !

Great got your long awaited drinks licence Now get your new address up on TripAdvisor 1_2 lower achingramont Road Hamilton ML3 6hw. Here comes johnnie lol x

Hidden gem! Great food and great prices, very attentive staff, went in with a car seat and got a good seat instead of being pushed into the corner like most restaurants. Will definitely be back and would recommend.

Great food really nice staff a lovely clean little place the staff were amazing would definitely recommend a night out at this restaurant 😊

Just back from this restaurant with my friend and daughter...omg the food is absolutely delicious..the staff are so friendly and the atmosphere is just perfect..we will defo be back with friends and family..hidden gem of a place xx

Been twice since moved good location across from Hamilton townhall.

Table for lunch for 1.00pm.Arrived in plenty time and seated straight away.Noticed it was a lot quieter than usual and thought service would be reasonably quick..definitely not...took 40 mins from ordering to being served and a further 20 mins for dessert after it was ordered.Server seemed to be distracted by something outwith the dining area and was seldom there.

Disappointing experience overall. Made to look good but taste doesn't live up to expectations at all. Serious case of false advertising.

Sub standard pub grub whilst fellow patrons weans run wild and maws doing lines in the toilet. Locals smoking the jazz cabbage in the car park

Return visit to the Good Chef and the menu is still varied and great value, the staff are really helpful and friendly , you still have to get your drinks at the bar, also good prices. Will definitely be returning

My family and I visited here last night (thursday) for a birthday dinner. We hadn't booked anything earlier in the day so was surprised to call at 5.10 to get a table for around half past /5.45. The restaurant was the quietest I've seen it with only one other table when we went in however got busier. It was a waitress serving us I've not been to the restaurant for a while so not sure if new but when the place got busier you could tell she needed another pair of hands. Previously it was one Male server who had the whole place covered. The menu is extensive so much to choose from I opted for a stacker beef burger initially but changed it to chicken. Mum had Cantonese chicken with pepper gravy instead of sweet and sour. My dad had the chicken tikka, my sister the GC fried chicken and my nephew macaroni cheese. Not everyone wanted a starter but we had 2 portions of mozzarella sticks ordered. These where lovely crispy and full. Nicely presented in the cone server dish with a dip. The mains had mixed reviews I note the chips have changed since previous visit. Not sure if it's because I had loaded fries before it was French fries last night was skin on thicker chips which I dont favour. The portions where very generous dads chicken tikka was as expected sizzling it was far too warm to eat initially. All meals except for one came together. It was the macaroni that was served last the waitress told us that it was just coming when she served the rest of the meals but then we had to ask again I was almost finished my burger by the time my nephew got his main. Unfortunately the pasta wasnt worth the wait as he didn't enjoy it. My sister tasted it also and said it was very bland and wet. It was not macaroni pasta either but twisted pasta shapes. On collecting our plates the waitress asked was the macaroni finished as there was so much left. My sister explained he didn't enjoy it and the waitress didn't appear to know what to do with the feedback. She initially thought she was joking and then said something like oh right and it wasnt mentioned again. Everyone else liked their meal. Noted that the GC chicken is no longer served on the paper which was good. For puddings we had 2 new Orleans (ice cream with raspberry sauce) and a chocolate fudge cook. The ice creams where large and desserts where enjoyed. As it two separate businesses you still have to go through to the bar area for drinks we knew this though from before and wasnt an issue. We noted an issue with the back ground music that kept sticking dont know about anyone else but it was really grating almost every second song. Overall we had a nice night and although I did not enjoy my visit as much as I have done before we will definitely return to try something else from the menu and as per previous post leave room for pudding as they never disappoint.

I go here fairly regularly as my family live nearby, the food is very good and excellent value, with a large menu and plenty of choice for meat eaters and vegetarians alike. Friendly staff always give great service. The only negative point about the food is the desserts let it down, I had a “deconstructed” cake one time that was basically cheap strawberry sauce and other stuff chucked in a pot, not a big fan but otherwise starters and mains always excellent and more than make up for it! The thing that makes more inclined to choose other places over this one however, is the music. It is SO loud, almost every time I go here I remember why I tell myself next time I’ll go elsewhere. I wish they’d sort it out as it’s otherwise a great place but I don’t want music blasting so loud I have a headache and have to shout just to be heard every-time I go out for dinner. Last time I was there other tables were complaining also. I hope at some point in the future they turn it down to a more reasonable level. I’d be happy to go here more often if they did! The four stars is for the food but the music honestly gives it a one for ambience.

First time here, went with my husband, service was great, we had the 3 course lunch deal for £7.95, food was amazing and very well presented. We will defo be back for dinner 😁

We have visited the good chef on many occasions and always been extremely happy with our meal! The food is amazing.. We have tried various options off the menu and never been disappointed. Can't wait to go back!

Lovely staff, great food, huge portions and reasonably priced, what is there not to like. Only criticism is the portions are huge lol, don't waste tour money on a starter because you want finish your dinner or have any room for the delicious puddings.

Really like the decor of this little place I stay around the corner & have just discovered it was there the food is great value for money you can get a set meal for under £8 starter main & dessert or order off the menu the food is presented well the staff are really nice & friendly its always a good atmosphere. Defo a bargin Christmas decorations right now are really great for the kids elf’s all over the place being naughty (“,) Xxx

Good food, friendly service and reasonable prices. Chicken Kebab was lovely and served tangling on a skewer. All our desserts were good, seems to be a speciality. Not a lot of room between tables. Overall very happy.

Travelled from Balloch to this little hidden jem. Been once before with family who introduced us to this place . The food is delicious and portions are great. I raved about the puddings to friends and we went on the 23rd November and my god I was not disappointed we all loved it. The place is small, cozy and the staff are so friendly will definitely be back. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Hard to book as gets very busy very quickly. Excellent food, clean and great service at affordable prices. Highly recommended.

Jurys out. Heard good things about this place. Firstly you have to go into the bar to get your own drinks. Not ideal if you need a top up when still eating. Starter was nice but disappointed with main as only got 2 pieces of chicken in my curry. Lovely dessert and waiter was nice.

Cannot rate this place high enough. Definitely is a hidden gem in Hamilton and one of the best places about. We went in for lunch with our kids. Very clean place, friendly staff and good prices for food and drinks. Food was really tasty and well cooked and the desserts are fantastic. We came out well fed and happy. Only thing i would make a remark on is the toilets. Although they are very clean they could do with an update to modernise it like the rest of the restaurant.

Ten of us (including small children) were there to celebrate a birthday. The staff were friendly and helpful and the food was delicious. I had the Garlic Chicken Kebab, with large pieces of tasty chicken and a bucket of chips (that I couldn't finish). Most of us had different dishes and everyone said they'd really enjoyed the meal. None of us had starters, as we'd heard about the wonderful puddings - I managed to squeeze in a sorbet, but various others had amazing concotions. It was busy, but the service was great. We'll be back!

Great food lovely presentation the service was excellent relaxed atmosphere would definitely recommend

My Partner Surprised me and the Wee man Brandon and Treated as at the Good Chief the place is a hidden Gem warm and friendly staff service was great and the young waiter whose name I forgot thanks for making our day

We had a lovely meal last night (18th May). We had seen the desserts advertised on Facebook and decided to give The Good Chef a go. We were not disappointed! Vast menu, very reasonable prices and really great service from the waiter and waitress (sorry we never got your names but you are both a credit to the business).

10 out of 10. Excellent service delicious main. To die for desserts. Overall lovely wee place. Will definitely be back soon

visited on saturday with family who had bn b4. The food was amazing and freshly made. great value for money. will defo b back soon.

My second time visiting here and it was lovely. I had the chicken curry which was fab, my only complaint would be that there was a lot of sauce and not enough chicken. I also had the millionaire's cheesecake which was nice but it wasn't set properly so a little runny.

Went for lunch on Wednesday 15th as we have heard good things and the reviews were good. First of all, I found it strange to be told on entry, if we wanted drinks to go to the bar in the pub and get them our self. I had the soup of the day which tasted OK, if a bit tinned? After I removed the skin, I wasn't sure what kind it was and didn't want to ask. My main coarse was steak pie, potatoes and mixed vegetables. The meat in the pie was bone dry and tasteless, the veg was vile. On the upside, the boiled potatoes (2) were lovely. My partner had the main course of salt and chilli chicken. Three pieces of chicken, enough rice for three people, chips and a packet curry sauce. The salt and chilli part had so much chilli it painful. There were six covers in, including us at the time and it was 40mins before the mains arrived. The lad who was waiting the tables was polite enough but looked under pressure.

Visited here for the first time in October after hearing excellent reviews. The tables are quite small and close together but there is a lovely relaxing atmosphere. There is quite a big menu for such a small place and the portion sizes are great. Definitely need to book in advance!

For anyone wanting to visit this restaurant please don't be 10 mins late or you may have your table taken away. That is what happened to us last night. We were offered a table after complaining about it being taken away only to be further disappointed that we could only have a main course. Great customer service from this restaurant. Really appreciated being TOLD what course we could have. To make matters worse there was a table who hadn't been served yet so what difference would us sitting waiting to be served really made?? Apparently there was a buffet on later so our table was to be taken away or we were to have a main course only. The bottom line is the chef made the decision to sacrifice our night out as they could not cope with all the bookings for the evening.they should not be taking bookings if they cannot bear to have customers 10 mins late. If every restaurant used this as a rule of thumb then most would be out of business. This business should make it plain on their website to customers that if your 10 mins late don't bother showing up which is what we wish we had done. The Chef did show some concern though when he came out his kitchen faster than Usain Bolt to corner us in the front entrance as we left. Sadly his concern was for himself and his business and not the poor service we received. He was concerned we would post a complaint on Facebook well true to our word here it is. We have only posted the truth here but as we say if you booked this restaurant and your running 10 mins late as your babysitter arrived late or your Taxi didn't arrive on time then you like us may have your table taken away. Wouldn't normally write a negative review being in the hospitality sector myself for over 20yrs and owning my own bar, waited until today to give the "good" chef time to apologise, not a word!

Such an unexpected hidden gem. great food and fantastic menu. on site parking too. will definitely be back.

The staff are great the food as always is amazing to many choices cannot recommend enough and very reasonable price's for both food & the drink,will be back soon!!!

Where to start!!... "bloody loud" I like music, but come on people its lunch time! The waiter had to shout to take the order we had to ask twice for the special s as we could just not hear! It felt like somewhere you would go to eat before going on a night out to the palace. So on to the topic of food! For starts we had mystery soup! Supposedly chicken and veg but all I could taste was SALT cream & aromat seasoning! And potato tastless skin's mmmm! Not. As for my main macaroni grease and chips the one place I expected SALT was in fact tastless the only thing going for it was that it was hot! My husbands stake pie was boild beef and lumpy bisto gravy. Not a lunch I would repeat unlike what it's doing to me now! I'm sorry to say but this place doesn't deserve the name restaurant maybe café but that it.

This place is rubbish I've had less salt in a McDonald's meal than was in there soup.steak pie was was like meat and gravy clots now I have headache don't if it's from the salt, loud music or how much me and my family laughed at the place afterwards.maybe instead off rubbing there own ego they should pay for a cooking course for the supposed good chef.cant white anymore fingers swollen from salt poisoning felling week now image to go.tell my family I lived them.

I had heard really good reviews about this place and wasn't dispwent for my husbands birthday and felt welcomed from the minute we entered.

I have been here a couple times now . For dinner with a friend and lunch with my partner on both occasions had great food.. the food is very fresh and portions are large. The variety of options are amazing for any mood of food your looking for and desserts well....... they are fantastic. I would recommend this to anyone and have to friends on several occasions. As it's at the back of an old pub it's strange when you first walk in but don't let that put you off the food will change any first impressions you had! It does close at 7 so if you are wanting a later dinner it's not the best in that way.. but all round great!

This is our second visit here, food was scrumptious! I had to take a doggy bag home as I couldn't finish my meal but all was well! Definitely give this restaurant a go, booking preferred as it's a little on the small side.

Well my husband said it was the first time in 25 years that I was speechless. Our friend and her family bought my husband a voucher for father's day and told us that it was good food so we should visit. When we drove up, we thought oh very small looking and nothing to set your heart racing so we went inside and were greeted by Connor (very bubbly and happy chappy). We were shown to our table straight away. We went out to the bar to get some drinks as you have to go get your own but hey ho who cares you might need to burn some calories going to the bar as the portions are huge. My husband and I went tonight 25th June and boy we were not disappointed. The restaurant is very small and a bit noisy but you won't even notice as the food is amazing. I opened the menu and there was a great array of choices, from Indian, Chinese, Mexican and British. There was also a specials board. I do not know what size the kitchen is for them to be able to have a big menu but they manage very well and they were very quick. Well now to the food. I started by having the special Malibu Prawns which were in the most amazing Tempura batter with what tasted like homemade sweet chilli sauce with large chunks of sliced chillies and served with salad and spicy coleslaw which was great and they were served in a tiny metal shopping trolley,scrumptious. My husband had the Chicken Pakora which came in a cone shaped dish, ingenious. We both had amazing very large burgers in Brioche Rolls with fries and again scrumptious, mine had chorizo and the other one had chicken and pulled pork my husband said was in his. Now we do not usually have dessert but as everything else was amazing we thought ok let's try some and again we were not disappointed. We had a Bounty Tart and a Twix Sundae to share and they were amazingly good but large, but we just managed to finish them anyway. This was one of the best meals out I have had in a long time and will be taking my friends and family here to eat as this wee place needs to be put on the map of the best place to eat in Hamilton, with brilliant prices and staff. If you read this please take my word for it you will never be disappointed by the food you get here. The owners, the Chef and the staff should be so proud as you have a Diamond of a place here. Oh I better be a bit quiet about it now or it will get so busy I will never get a table again. Fantastic and Delicious. Oh please just one thing, stay open later.

Great food in this small local pub ! I would recommend for anyone to try it always a warm welcome .staff are polite and happy to help

Have been here several times and it never disappoints, really excellent fresh food, best food around in hamilton

Food was amazing , staff very helpful and really good value for money. The best meal we have had in a while - couldn't fault it at all. The portions were massive - definitely leave room for the amazing desserts. A great meal, reasonably priced and lovely service . Can't wait to go back .

Been going here since it opened never had bad meal from it definitely best place in Hamilton for price and the quality of food is great to Keep up the good work

Been here at least 6 or 7 times before and the food is always incredible and at such a high standard! Service is fantastic!

Don't be put off by the entrance I was introduced to Good Chef by a local last night. First class meal, which was fresh cooked for you, hence slight wait. Staff were busy but first class, Definitely go back

Had wanted to go here for awhile but never really got around to it..but decided to go with the family for my daughters birthday..what we found was a small little gem..cosy and not hurried to finish our meal...we were greeted by the waitress who was friendly and helpful..I.m not going to lost everything what we had only what I had..for starters I had the beef chilli nachos what was nicely plated and was just right.. not too hot..for my main course I had the salt and chilli chicken which comes with rice and chips and curry sauce in a wee saucepan..now be warned portion are on the large size..I did get dessert but as a takeaway Strawberry meringue cheesecake..price wise this place is very good for 4 adults who had a 3 course meal for under £20 each..I would certainly recommend that you try the good chef out and will be going back again very soon

This is my third visit to this cracking little restaurant. The food is fantastic never had a complaint. The staff are excellent nothing is too much hassle for them. I would recommend you book in advance though as it is seldom empty. I couldn't tell you what the desserts are like as I've always been too full to be able to order one but they do look amazing. This is going to be my new haunt.

We came in New Year's Eve for a spot of lunch and the food was great huge portions. Would highly recommend this place. Really wanted to try one of the great looking desserts but couldn't fit it in after the main.

All three of us had a great lunch the food was delicious staff were all good and the service was very quick

Service was great, very attentive. Portion sizes were unbelievable and food was great. Great value for money also.

Visited here on Sunday the 28th August,it's a rather small restaurant and was very busy,we had to wait about half an hour between being seated and our order being served but it was worth it as the food was first class.

I live nearby and didn't even know this place existed.

Great food! great staff! great value for money! We have been many times now and every visit has been lovely its very small restaurant and always busy so you need to book to get a table mostly! We have been as a coupe as a family and a large table of 10! All served at the same time and food is always cooked well! The food is really good and tasty always adding things to the menu and the portions are huge! The desserts are on another level! my kids can be fussy with things and want things be added on or bits taking out of dishes and staff always try and accommodate! Iv tried mostly something different every visit and I can honestly say I'm never disappointed! I have no bad things to say other than sometimes can get a bit warm but might be my age lol

First visit and won't be the last! Amazing food 10/10 Staff were great, though it is a small venue it is very inviting. Everyone enjoyed their meal, I had Caribbean Prawn taster, Cantonese Chicken followed by Chocolate Fudge beautifully cooked. As I said we will be back!

Straight to the point we booked a family meal and our taxi was running late. Out of courtesy we phoned on our way up to say we were on our way and would be there for 18:05 having booked our table for 18:00. We were then told anyone not at the premises by the exact time got their table re-allocated! Even though we said we would be there in 1 minute they told us the table was cancelled . PWhat a poor show from a restaurant that supposedly prides itself on good service. Would recommend eating elsewhere.

Have visited this restaurant a few times now it is good pub food with even better desserts! I follow this place on social media and the food is presented like the pics they post. I would note its not a good idea to go with a dish in mind you see advertised as they do different specials so what you see might not be on offer that day. I loved loved loved the milkybar fondant cheesecake so much so I returned the same week but unfortunatley menu had changed, the new flavour was good but nothing could beat the other so hoping that comes back. Tried various starters & meals from potato skins, combo, soup & mushrooms. GC chicken, fajitas, chicken tikka & pasta. Good sized portions of meals and plenty sauce on likes of pasta (piri piri had a little too much) personally would have liked less but not everyone the same, other half wasnt keen that his meal came on paper as when he added the sauce etc it seeped through think he ate a bit of paper at one point, although a nice touch just didnt seem practical with the gravy side. The restaurant is small & can be quite warm so no need for heavy clothing. Staff always nice and informative. Bar seperate as two businesses, this was not an issue for us as only takes two seconds to nip through & drinks well priced. Viewed the lunch menu which offered set menu for great price. It seem varied so going to make a point of returning to try that. Would recommend to others also.

Small but mighty is what I would say. The food in this restaurant is amazing. Great choice and superb presentation of fabulous food. Been a couple of times now and food is always fabulous

we came to the good chef yesterday for the first time and must say, it definitely wont be the last time we eat here!!

This is my a family members business and I absolutely love it!!!! Without being biased of course!!! Me and my partner have never complained of a bad meal!!! The waitress Shannon is the most helpful waitress we have ever had anywhere - she goes above and beyond to accommodate anyone!! She deserves a raise! Haha.no but seriously top notch food and even better to have amazing waiting staff as they are all wonderful!! I will upload some of my pictures from tonight when I visit again! Love love love the good chef

This was our first visit having been highly recommended to try and we were definately not disappointed.

Never had a bad meal lovely food lovely staff very clean great prices but better book as small so not lot of tables