The Orange Tree Bar and Grill in Stoke-on-Trent

I booked this place last minute and it was the best decision I have made. The orange tree is a lovely place and the waiter Harry was so accommodating. He is an incredible member of your team. The food was beautiful, I have the chicken skewer and it was cooked so well and tasty. I came here after my graduation and was greeted with a glass of champagne and a card from the team. Beautiful place to go, can’t recommend it enough.

We were a large party booking, originally booked for 35 but reduced to 30, our party booking was split over 2 tables but this was not an issue we were advised of this at booking and we had explained we had 10 teenagers so they would go at one table with the other 20 at the other, so it was perfect set up for us. When we made the booking we were asked for a deposit of £10 per person due to being a party booking over 10, this was not an issue, completely understandable and we paid this happily, we were also advised we would need to pre order and provided with a pre order form which had to be back 7 days prior to our visit, again not an issue and we happily provided this. We are all from Scotland and a few people were delayed in travel due to traffic, so on the evening of our booking when we were aware a few people would be later we contacted the restaurant to advise that some would be late, as we had pre booked the food and it confirmed first course would be served 15mins after arrival time so we didn't want to mess them about. The gentleman that answered our call said this was completely fine to move booking to 1830, we did offer for some of the party to arrive at 1800 to keep the tables but we were informed that wasn't necessary and 1830 was fine for arrival. When we arrived we were thought the overall look of the place was lovely, it was bright, welcoming and cosy. The area / seating we were given was perfect. The food was fantastic very well presented and lovely flavorings. As I mentioned we had pre ordered, I personally had the list and we advised of where each course was to go which helped the girls serving us, the girls serving were very friendly and polite. The service of the meals was not fast or slow, it was at a perfect time to allow for drinks orders, food digestion etc. There was a bit of confusion with one dessert, we thought it was one too many, we then quickly noticed it wasn't but the girl we spoke to was confused over this so after waiting 15 mins we had to ask again, not an issue just a bit of confusion there. At 2030, just after the desserts had been served and some of the adults were looking at the cocktail menu deciding what to order, one of the girls serving us came over to the table and spoke with me, she advised she had been sent over by the manager to advise we had expired our time for the table and they needed it back as they had the next guests waiting. Surprised by this I advised her we had never been told we had a time slot and that 2hrs was not enough time for 30 people and 3 courses, even if you counted the 6-6.30 that was still only 2.5hrs for a large party. I explained people were still eating and that we were just about to order cocktails, she asked how long we'd need and I said 30mins minimum. The manager was obviously unhappy with this, he approached another member of our party telling them our time was up, in view of this we advised those still eating and one person just served their dessert (due to the confusion) they would need to hurry up and we didn't manage to order the cocktails which saved us at least £150. As people were trying to finish the staff were clearing up around us taking glasses away containing drinks that people were still drinking etc, it really did leave a bitter taste after such a great meal to be rushed out the door like that. I have since checked all the confirmation we were sent and no where on any of the confirmation does it advise a time limit for the booking or that we had to be out by a certain time as you needed the tables back, had we been told this we would've been more prepared or even considered booking somewhere else but to be rushed out like that and have glasses cleared when people were still drinking out of them and people still finishing meals was not a great end to the evening. Staff looked embarrassed at having to behalf in this manner, poor from management.

Thank you to the staff, who took care of me, when I was not so well. Despite not feeling well, the evening prior was perfect, excellent service, the food was delicious and the staff are so attentive and welcoming. Will definitely visit again.

Leah was very nice to us on our friend's birthday. Happy birthday to Leah herself for next week! The food is nice and the atmosphere is lively. Good for any kind of occasion.

Myself and my husband visited this evening for the first time. Wow what a delight. The 3 courses were one of the best meals I have ever had. The food was exceptional. A great atmosphere, attentive staff, a fantastic night all round. We will definitely be returning.

Beautifully decorated and atmospheric bar and restaurant. Also have baby changing facilities which was really helpful. Very accommodating of the pram as well with no booking. Would recommend booking a peak times as very popular

The waitress was excellent in her demeanour and attentiveness

Driven past many times so thought I'd try and so glad I did! Booked for Sunday lunch, probably one of the best Sunday lunches I've ever had out. Had 3 courses which was worth every penny. The food was so fresh and full of flavour, presentation was beautiful, full credits to the chefs. Can highly recommend the Toffee Apple Crumble too for dessert, it was heaven, portions were just right too.The restaurant interior is beautiful, very airy and not cramped too even though it was pretty busy. The staff were wonderful, sadly I didn't get our waitresses name but she was fantastic, so friendly and happy. Can't wait to go back, even though I'm in Stafford this is definitely going to be my new go to restaurant. Try it, you won't be disappointed!

A realy great find staff are excellent food great

Overall good service and atmosphere however not enough veg options.

Good food and service. Only problem was some food from a dirty plate was inadvertently spilt on my shirt whilst dishes were being cleared from the table which unfortunately has spoiled the shirt.

Dropped in for coffee one day very nice place. Looks a great place for lunch

Went for my first Marriage anniversary and we totally loved the experience, the staff members were at hand to make our experience pleasant, the food was really good, i loved the drink as well. We'd definitely be going back some more for special moments.

I don’t like how they put a service charge on. It should be up to you weather or not you give them a tip. Yes it does say you can take it off. But they should let you know maybe verbally would be better

Totally took a chance on the Orange Grill and was blown away by the service from the time we stepped through the door right until we left! Staff were very friendly and inviting, shared knowledge of different dishes (I couldn’t decide ) Also ordered a cocktail from a huge choice drinks menu and it was beautifully delicious 🍹 Starter and Main course were superb and well executed, kitchen staff I commend you with a deserving 5 stars !! The ambient lighting and relaxed vibe (even though it was busy) was just perfect. Staff looked very smart in their uniforms and were approachable and professional at the same time. Will definitely return.

Although the food what I had was very nice, I was very disappointed at the non existent veggie and vegan choices. There wasn't any veggie choice at all on the 2 courses for £22 and there was only 2 options on the main menu a burger and aubergine dish. I think that is pretty lame in this day in age, where there should be a lot more selection. This menu should have way more choice for vegetarians and vegans. For this reason, I won't be visiting again.

1st visit to this restaurant for me (someone who's fussy about food quality) and a massive thumbs up. The meals were delicious and served in a timely manner by friendly staff who were more than happy to help with any queries. The atmosphere was pleasant and everyone seemed to be enjoying themselves. Prices were mid range but the quality of the food was 5*. We'll worth a visit whether it be with friends or family.... give it a try. You won't regret it!

I'm going to give it 5*because of the response of the staff and manager. The Sunday roast was very nice and enjoyable. However the broccoli was cold , the mint sauce tray dirty underneath and £5.50 for the pigs in blankets was too expensive for only 4. But management sorted it all out professionally and we appreciated that. Hopefully next time things will be better because we will definitely go again and try something else from the menu.

Great food and lovely place, bit expensive but worth the extra spends for a nice meal.

Excellent for family occasions also couples Always book as very busy Great choice of food if you like food with a twist staff very good. You can also just use the bar/lounge for a drink price wise mid range upwards

A lovely evening at the Orange Tree tonight. Fiona, our waitress was a delight, smiled , efficient and made our evening special. The food was good, very tasty and well cooked. Excellent family meal catering for all age groups

Great food, great service, great atmosphere. Would highly recommend the black and blue burger. The cocktail menu was also really impressive, however could maybe do with some more classics. Our server, Josh, was also super helpful. We will definitely be returning.

Fiona was outstanding the whole night, could not fault her. Food was lovely, cottage pie is lovely.

Great food and Fiona was brilliant looking after us

Food was stunning. Atmosphere was lovely (although it did get super warm in there at one point). Our server Fiona was fantastic - a real asset to your team.

We had such a brilliant night with delicious food and the best, most friendly service from Fiona who was so lovely!

Fiona was a fantastic waitress, nothing too much trouble. Everything was served with a beautiful smile!!

Great venue, very good menu if a rather parsimonious main portion and courteous service. Four stars given due to chairs. Very prone to sliding away from the table and too wide for the two such chairs allocated to my wife and myself to locate properly under the table. More worryingly my chair had a very loose leg on the left hand side.

Lovely food. We were rushed to leave the table as soon as we had paid and told to finish our drinks at the bar so just be mindful if you ordered more drinks towards the end of the meal.

Great Food Great Drinks Friendly Staff Comfortable environment Fair prices

The atmosphere is nice. Went in for Sunday dinner. The serving staff were very friendly and polite. One thing need to be pointed out, we referred to the menu on the website and decided before what we’re going to eat but the menu available at the restaurant was different. Prices came out different at the end. So I can say the website is not updated or rather misleading. That was a disappointment. Other than that we enjoyed our time there.

We had a work get together and had a lovely meal. Our waitress Fiona was really attentive and was always checking if all was ok and if we needed anything. She is definitely an asset to your business

Always a lovely meal and suitable for all occasions, please note there is a 7.5% service charge automatically added to the bill but it is discretionary and you can ask it to be removed...but since it was introduced service as really stepped up..

Super disappointed eating here, the food was on the higher end of the price point, sounded great but was stone cold, we told the young waiter at our checkback and he said "oh sorry about that" but offered to do nothing, I said can I get some hot gravy to heat it up a bit but he was then going to charge for it! Sides arrived after 3 or 4 minutes, via a slightly older member of staff, who I also mentioned about the main being cold and got a comment of I'm sorry, I asked him for some hot gravy to warm it up and out came 2 little pans of gravy which was warm at best. Come on chefs hot gravy is your last chance to send hot food!

Many items unavailable, what we did have were nice. Drinks were establishment choice not mine. Atmosphere was pleasant, service was ok.

Great evening here for my daughters joint Birthday and friends 18th, good food ,service and atmosphere. Cant thank Fiona enough amazing service ! All food hot, tasty and presented well

The only way to know is go , great place to eat big thank you to Fiona .

1st Class Tuesday night meal with excellent service

Another super experience at one the Paragon restaurants. Faultless food, lovely warm friendly service , the cocktails and mocktails were really great so once again , thankyou for a super special lunch time celebration .

Sat for 10 minutes before we were served a drink as part of feast and flow. Asked when the 90 minute period started and were told it was from when we sat down. I said that I didn't feel it was right to begin the 90 minutes from when we were sat down when we werent gifen anything to eat or drink for the first 10 minutes and the response from the obnoxious waiter was that we would have to agree to disagree and that the wait was due to the fact that there were several large parties in and that we should be more understanding to that fact. He said he would extend by 10 minutes but nobody came to our table to offer us another drink in that 10 minute window. The food also left a lot to be desired. It was mostly soggy from being overdressed with condiments and the protein elements were tiny portions. Also felt pressured Into accepting a £6 service charge by a brazen waitress. Horrible experience, over priced and would not recommend. This is a fur coat no knickers venue facading as being more high end than it actually is.

Really enjoyed our visit & meals. Libby looked after us so well, it was my birthday & was given a card & a birthday pudding so unexpected but lovely. Marrilyn

We were very disappointed with the food ,the vegetables were under cooked and the food was very over priced for the size of serving. We did point out to the staff about the under cooked veg but no explanation was received

It was a special celebration for our friend and the staff pulled out all the stops and indeed made her feel very special. Everything about the evening was wonderful. The food was first class, the ambience was warm, fun and relaxing. The restaurant manager was very attentive as were all the other staff. It was the perfect place to be.

My wife and I incidentally found this restaurant when we came to visit stoke. Loved our experience and the food wad wonderful!

had a lovely meal here with my partner, food was amazing and definitely worth the money, they also had a wide range of cocktails which were lush. staff were super friendly and the vibe was great. would definitely recommend dining here!

Booked for lunch, disappointed with the food. Had to return one dish because it was on the cold side. Been here a few times and food has been very good. When you spend a lot of money on a main course you expect a quality experience.Sadly, not this time.

Enjoyable meal in good surroundings. Had to send poached egg back as it hard boiled. Sorted in 2 minutes by very helpful staff.

Visited recently, although not a bad meal whatsoever I find this place pretentious and a tad overpriced

Ordered chicken with broccoli and gnocci, it tasted good but the chicken was overcooked and dry. Here, the music is played far too loudly. You were stressed by it. It's a shame that you have to feel that way because it's a nice restaurant and the service was very good.

Great food, great service! Really happy to have discovered it.

One of the best meals ever. The head chef knows his stuff. Waiting staff could do with some formal training, but you don't get that these days. Meal was excellent 👌

Excellent food, but we came late so we had to sit in the pub which was okay. Resturant would may be more quiet, it looked very nice! Parking was no problem

I highly recommend the Orange Tree! Their care and attention to detail are apparent from the onset. One of the first things our server asked was if anyone had any food allergies. There were 7 in our group and every dish we ordered was enjoyed. The decor and ambience were lovely. It's a very peaceful place to eat. Their special cocktail list was quite unique and we ordered 3 different drinks from that menu, plus a special request cocktail. All were really nice. We went to have a celebration dinner for our daughter on her university graduation. The Orange Tree allowed us to bring a cake earlier that day so as to surprise our graduate after our meal. The main I ordered had cheese in ragu sauce with pine nuts. It was very tasty. Try the Orange Tree Bar and Grill. You'll be glad you did. We certainly were!

Lovely atmosphere! Comfortable seats and great variety of meal choices on the menu . Food was well seasoned and delicious. The watermelon and lychee mocktails are divine !

Very nice meals in well presented restaurant. Staff were helpful and attentive. Good parking. Toilets very modern and extremely clean

Our family of 4 ate for the first time at The Orange Tree today. Unfortunately 3 of us have food allergies or intolerances. From the time we mentioned this on arrival, the waiting staff and management were totally on board with ensuring that there was something that we could eat safely. They went above and beyond to prepare a meal for one of the party in a different way to avoid any difficulties. Thank you so much for being so diligent about our intolerances and giving us exceptional service making our first visit so enjoyable - we will be back.

Amazing service, food and atmosphere. Overall, a five star establishment. All staff were welcoming and friendly. Will be returning in the future

I had an amazing time with my friends on the 15 th July I had the chicken skewer what was very nice the service was amazing drinks come very quickly , defensively be returning soon .

We had 4 main 2 of them not really good linguni was too greasy and bellypork was too dry and we ask the box to take our salad home they said they donot have box

Lovely decor, staff lovely. A little over priced. £5 for water??? and service charge added. Burger and chips was nice but, £5 for 5 onion rings.

We travelled an hour and a half to visit the orange tree, for a special occasion and we're so pleased we did!! The Sunday roast wow, was the best I've ever had, everyone was super friendly/helpful and we had such a lovely time :) thanks again guys

Walked in without a reservation and we were quickly seated. Friendly staff who managed to get the food to us quickly. Reasonable vegetarian selection and I loved it. The meat lovers in the group loved their selections too.

Everyone appeared to be enjoying the food, I thought a little toouch salt in seasoning but that's me

We were met with lovely and well presented staff who were ever smiling. The location is convenient and parking space is available

Visiting friends in the area we came for a late lunch early dinner, making the table order quite all over the road. The atmosphere is upscale yet casual. We had quite the varied starters. The tempura cauliflower was quite a hit as were the fish cakes. My lunch was an extremely filling, flavoured cesar salad. For me a good sign is generously portioned anchovies in the salad itself. I may have been on a bit of a fish mood .. my salad was topped with a gorgeous sea bass. My friends chicken squer was a hit. As was the fish and chips. The fish was sea bass, and once again it comes down to the batter. The kitchen must be using some mysterious magical potion... It was crunch yet delicate. Flavoured... But not so as to detract from the fish. My friends sandwich was quite filling as well. He said the flavours went well together. Meanwhile the service was with a smile and friendly. Overall a wonderful meal!

There were 10 of us. Lovely meal and good service. Very busy

Have had a chicken skewer here a while ago ( hanging with big cubes of chicken and garlic butter) and was really nice, but today disappointed. Small skewer on the plate with overcooked chicken and very dry chips. Don't mind a small portion but not at £18 ! I could have complained but was with family who were treating us, so I didn't want to cause negative vibes

Nothing on the menu that I wanted to order. Ended up with expensive fish and chips. Not enough food on my plate. Staff were very nice and the place is beautiful. Pitting about the food

Absolutely beautiful from start to finish! The building itself and the way it's decorated is superb, the staff were all so lovely, and the food was divine. We have food intolerances and felt like we were in safe hands here and didn't feel like we were missing out on anything in the process either. Thank you to all at the Orange Tree 😊.

Absolutely loved, food was fantastic service was very good decor is lovely definitely be going back

Emily was a fantastic server. Very polite and helpful throughout our meal. Many thanks Emily. X

The Orange Tree in Newcastle-under-Lyme offers a delightful dining experience with its stylish ambiance and impressive menu. The restaurant combines modern decor with a warm and inviting atmosphere, making it an ideal spot for both casual meals and special occasions. The menu at The Orange Tree is diverse and well-curated, featuring a mix of classic British dishes and contemporary cuisine. The use of fresh, locally-sourced ingredients is evident in the quality and taste of the food. Starters like the crispy calamari and mains such as the succulent steaks and inventive vegetarian options are particularly noteworthy. The dessert menu also shines with tempting choices like the rich chocolate fondant and the refreshing lemon tart. The service at The Orange Tree is consistently excellent. The staff are friendly, attentive, and knowledgeable, ensuring that every visit is enjoyable. Whether you're there for a leisurely lunch, a romantic dinner, or a family celebration, the team goes out of their way to provide a memorable dining experience. In summary, The Orange Tree in Newcastle-under-Lyme is a top-notch restaurant that excels in both food and service. Its inviting atmosphere and high-quality dishes make it a must-visit for anyone in the area looking for a great meal.

Nice experience. I would recommend

Very nice and friendly staff polite and clean looking ,no trouble for anyone or anything, top notch 👌

Special occasion so large party gathered for Sunday lunch. The food was very good. I especially liked the smoked mackerel pate starter. We were very well looked after by the staff so hats off to them. It is a lovely restaurant and seem to cater for a large party with ease.

Excellent staff, beautiful food and attention to detail. The staff went out of their way to ensure we had what we needed

I took my family to the orange tree for my husband's birthday, it was wonderful I am disabled and was shown to a wonderfully suitable table and was treated with the utmost respect by all the waiting on staff. The food was delicious and faultless just as the staff. Many thanks for making our experience exceptional.

Only stayed for a drink, was really lovely though a little loud

Myself and 2 friends had only just sat down and was asked for food order we asked that they leave us for 5 minutes then returned again 3 minutes later. Food disappointing only 1 small skewer on plate and chips were overcooked and hard and crispy. Not alot of vegetables/salad alongside food.

The food is ok, but doesn't refund the prices they charge. The service is slow and disorganised. We had to wait nearly 40 minutes for the bill at the end and didn't see a member of staff in all that time. I could understand if it was busy, but it wasn't.

Really nice restaurant and very fairly priced. Great food and atmosphere. Only down side was the blonde lady that seated us was a little rude and felt like it was a burden that we took her away from a conversation with another staff member. Luckily the service from the rest of the staff was great and the food was lovely.

beautiful place with delicious food. i would definitely recommend this for date night, as it’s comfortable and romantic 🖤 the cocktail menu is super detailed, so any cocktail lovers should definitely visit!

10/10 would highly recommend to a friend. Char siu King prawn linguine was amazing. Lovely server aswell.

We visisted the orange tree and ended up leaving and eating elsewhere as they were unable to facilitate my partner’s dietary requirements - GF and vegetarian. We have visited many times previously and been facilitated however this time options were too limited- i believe there was only one dish he could have which was a salad. On the plus side, staff were kind and the cocktail I had before leaving was nice.

Really enjoyed as usual. Amazing Sunday dinner with a lovely pudding. Nice vibe in the restaurant and our server India was kind and accommodating.

India was fabulous host.... Great food... great environment.... super choices Lovely tasting food with good portion sizes Tasty but a bit too many fried options

India our waitress was excellent. Very attentive and went out of her way to help with choices as my wife has allergies. Excellent meal.

Lovely food and good atmosphere. Our server India was very accommodating and lovely. Small plates were our favourite.

Sun was shining we opted to sit outside for lunch . Fabulous service by Jack who checked on us for drinks food and refresh of drinks . When asked for the bill it came promptly and with a smile

Outstanding service manager jack was very accommodating couldn’t do enough for our party!!! Great food staff amazing x

Visited the orange tree for drinks, jamie on the bar was very knowledgeable and made the best porn star I have ever had. I had some nibbles and was served by leah and she was also very friendly! 10/10!

Nice food,nice atmosphere, very polite and helpfull staff.Good prices.perfect for party or just family dinner.i want back

Great service by Emily. Informative and helpful. We had the Sunday dinner and each part of it had been well executed. The roast were really crunchy

Emily was great our server was great really professional and pleasant. Don’t want to write anymore but she was lovely 👍👍👍

Lovely place to go, staff are really polite and food tasted amazing - definitely recommend this place and would come again

Great place and customer service was amazing. The food was really good and loved each dishes. Definitely recommend to go with family or friends.

Joe, our server was fantastic - attentive, polite and friendly. Small plates, mains, desserts and mocktails all tasty and great atmosphere.

Visited for a lunch and really enjoyed dining here! We had excellent service from Lev, she ensured we had an enjoyable time and was always on hand for any recommendations. I will definitely be visiting again!

Food was amazing, service was lovely from Lev, would highly recommend, good selection of food and drinks, staff very helpful, will come again

Our server Emily was amazing! Great service, lovely food, fantastic drinks. Such a nice night. Thanks so much Emily for taking care of us x