The Prospect Italian Bistro in Sunderland

Just had a beautiful lunch today Friday 1st November 2024 and I was pleasantly surprised by the quality and quantity of the food. The service was impeccable and the staff were really friendly and polite.

First time for Sunday lunch it was a fabulous meal fast service and friendly would definitely recommend. My mam had the small lunch and could still not eat it all will definitely be returning

Food was delicious and the staff were all so nice and friendly! Really enjoyed our visit :)

Visited with a friend last Wednesday afternoon and weren’t sure how it would be as it was very quiet. The young waitress was excellent and the food was absolutely amazing! Delicious.. we will definitely be back .. bruschetta to start and chicken al forno for the main.. absolutely first class 😊

Lovely food, extensive menu. Highly recommend

Food was lovely when it arrived. When we eventually got served, but the service has a lot to be desired.Or maybe this was just a one off . Who knows? I won't be returning in a hurry

Fabulous food and excellent service. We use the restaurant almost every week for Sunday lunch. Free Parking on site. Priced to please.

Great food , excellent service ...

absolutely beautiful Sunday dinner delivered hot and early highly recommend.

My wife and I had sunday lunch at this establishment for the first time. We booked easily online and got seated by a friendly staff member when we arrived. We ordered drinks by another friendly staff member and ordered starters and main courses.The food when it arrived looked and tasted lovely - We had potato skins, brushetta,roast beef and roast pork dinners.All the food was excellent and the service was prompt and friendly. We shall definitely return.

My wife and I had sunday lunch recently and all i can say is; Food excellent,service excellent and well worth a visit.We shall return.🥳🥳

The venue was busy when we turned up but not overly crowded and it had a nice atmosphere. We still got seated straight away. We were asked if we wanted drinks as soon as we sat which was nice. Menu had lots of choice on it, it was hard to decide what to order. The food we chose was lovely and the portions were large. The staff were all very helpful and friendly and went out of their way to ask if we wanted any more drinks etc.

Lovely food but received lukewarm as it was over 45 mins late on advised delivery. Would definitely recommend if you’re not starving and willing to wait

What an amazing Greek night .The food was plentiful and tasted delicious.The entertainment was fantastic and the staff are the most friendliest people they really looked after us.Even got to take some of the beautiful food home Well you couldn't waste it it was too yummy .It was a brilliant atmosphere.If anyone is thinking about going here for there Greek night just do it because it's the best.I would also consider there Sunday lunches there delicious too.Thanks again 💕

Food was an hour late and just about warm Upon arrival.

Really enjoyed our visit! The food was so good, proper authentic Italian staff and food, I had the garlic mushroom starter and the cajun creamy chicken pasta and both were really good, I even enjoyed the side salad! I wanted pud but couldn't fit it in. The atmosphere was busy, noisy and fun! We will definitely come back.

More Italian in me than this food, and I'm very english ha! Not nice at all, tastless, even my kids said so,cheeky waitress asked do you want your change! Which was nearly £5, avoid if you looking for proper Italian food, very bland and cheap ingredients!

been ordering from here for a few years now and it's always spot on 👍

We go to the Prospect most weeks because it is special. We go mostly, but not always, for the Steak Night on Thursdays which is exceptional. Last night (Wednesday 25th September) we went to celebrate our 48th Wedding Anniversary and the staff went above and beyond to make it so special for us. We would like to thank Franco, the girls and all the kitchen staff for making this such a wonderful evening for us. John & Joy Skinner from Houghton le Spring. p.s. Try the mixed grill its out of this world.

We go to the Prospect most weeks because it is special. We go mostly, but not always, for the Steak Night on Thursdays which is exceptional. Last night (Wednesday 25th September) we went to celebrate our 48th Wedding Anniversary and the staff went above and beyond to make it so special for us. We would like to thank Franco, the girls and all the kitchen staff for making this such a wonderful evening for us. John & Joy Skinner from Houghton le Spring. p.s. Try the mixed grill it's out of this world.

Food was outstanding, couldn’t fault

We waited 2.30 hours for our order for it to come freezing cold

Excellent meal and fresh and hot on delivery

Decided at the last minute to go out for dinner and decided to try the prospect. Absolute great decision, food and service was excellent. Considering we had 4 drinks on the bill the price was very reasonable.

Our Beef Sunday Dinner was delicious and piping hot. Must mention the lovely man who delivered our food. Real gentleman. 5⭐️ food & service

Food arrived piping hot and well presented. Everything was carefully package and was delicious. Would definitely order again.

Nice friendly pub. Good prices.

First time we've eaten here .. Absolutely impressed with service and menu options .. I'm gluten intolerant and I can have almost anything on the menu bar a few items.. The food was delicious, the service was brilliant and franko the manger was very knowledgeable .. Thank you .. We have definitely found a perfect local pub.. I would definitely recommend this to everyone xx

Food was lovely service was terrible was asked to come 15 minutes before time booked and waited 20 mins to get a drink and long time between starters and main course. Ordered a 2nd drink and still waiting now on my way home

Food lovely nice seating area service a bit slow.

Over an hour late from original delivery time(60-90 mins) Used many times but not last cpl months. Portions half size so definitely not worth cost. Cold food but delivery driver lovely and said sorry for wait. Gutted as I used to use a lot, but won’t again as I won’t pay that price for 1/2 portion size I used to get 😔 sorry but won’t be back or recommend

Lovely food, decent portions and delivery was quick. Will definitely be back!

Bad crack charging £1.20 for a little more gravy. No one else charges that much.

Food was lovely, couldn’t fault it. Delivery time was changed as must have been busy, but wasn’t much later than original time slot given. Got the Sunday roast and a chicken nugget kids meal was nice. Would order again.

Called in for adrink decor a bit dated but a thriving busy pub with good staff

Well worth a visit,good food,decent prices.

Tuscan gnocchi was amazing and the mafioso pizza was just 🤌

A great local Italian restaurant. Staff were friendly, attentive. Food was hot, presented well and delicious. A busy place. Booking recommended. Well worth a visit. Sorry no photos - so will have to go back enjoy more food + take some photos xx Back tonight - staff very busy sadly obe member ill so they soldiered on. Large Malbec - 2 zero zero Moretti and delicious food. Service bit slow but absolutely understandable. Food was as usual delicious, hot and served well. You're missing out if you haven't been - but booking advisable. Enjoy - we did.

Had lunch today for my daughter's birthday. No mention of it, no little extras and I did state on booking. Good was lovely but service was a bit slow. Chips came out 10 mins after the mains. And wow if the dark haired waitress could crack a smile she would have been given a round of applause.

Risotto nice. Garlic bread with tomato cold and no flavour at all. Arrived for collection when told it was ready and had to wait 20 mins and then they still needed to check what the order was

We live locally and had taken relatives visiting the area to the Prospect this evening and were not disappointed the food and service were excellent.

Had beautiful meal at The Prospect last night (29th July). Chose the sizzler- very flavoursome. Chose the icecream sundae for dessert but was devastated to find it was only 3 dollops of icecream☹️. And it was £5.95!! What a let down.

Walked into prospect on off chance of a table and they were busy. Staff went out of their way to accommodate us family of 4. Waited 15minutes and ordered food, service was quick, food was fresh hot and spot on big portions and good quality very tasty

Great service, great food, and great value for money. What more could you ask for?

Great Sunday lunch, too much on your plate. Great staff Only downside £28 for a bottle of cheap white wine Jack Rabbit The Stables is £14

Excellent food tonight.loved the the pizza and bricetta. Alround great food. First order for some time

Food here is average, quite tasteless, added salt and pepper to my meal each visit. Pizzas loaded with rubbery cheese. Service is hit and miss, often have 3 or 4 different staff serving your table, have to catch someone to get more drinks, the bill, card machine, they always seem rushed. Decor is tired and scruffy. Smell of cigs drifting through from smoking area into dining room.

I had a 2 course lunchtime special that should have been £14.95 plus a glass of soda 70p total should have been £15.65. I was charged total £17.65 but charged full price minus £3.95. This is very misleading. I have added a photo of the bill showing that they charged £16.95 for 2 course but the menu states £14.95 for 2 course. I must apologise az my friend has just informed me of the price being £16 95 for 2 course but in my defence online the menu states £14.95 for 2 course

Food was so good, hot and restaurant quality 🙌

Beautiful Sunday dinner with trimmings great value for money and well worth a visit. Dessert was a winner too! Thanks it was lovely

food cold, cake stale, meat poor quality cost £40+ gone in bin . absolutely terrible

Lovely restaurant quality food, always hot

The food was amazing 👏 🤩, definitely recommend 👌 will be back 😋

Lovely food, cannot fault anything.

food was excellent I could not fault it , it was lovely and hot when it arrived, I had Chicken Souvlaki and the presentation was spot on, which to me goes a long way. I would definitely recommend the food and the service was excellent. I will definitely be using delivery service more often.

A delicious meal, delivered on time and hot! First class

Top quality service high quality food amazing tasting food

Good portions arrived hot and tasty, great service

Been to Italian bistro a few times now.you have to book to guarantee a table,because the food is good and at a reasonable price. Staff are great,and helpful. I'm certain next time I'm up north we will book again.

Awesome in every respect, service, food and atmosphere. We loved it.

A little early but understand as footy was on and was fresh, lovely and hot. Great food as usual from a great restaurant

Service was terrible charged us over the knocker won't be taking family or friends back that's for certain

Found my new favourite meal and starter. Healthier than usual meals I eat. Big fan of the Salmon linguine pasta.

Cajan chicken pasta delicious ,best ever cheese garlic bread

Sunday dinner was really good will definitely be back

Visited as part of a birthday lunch, we chose meals from the happy hour lunch menu, had the pate with salad for starters, very tasty and salad dressing was delicious, all freshly made, main was the chorizo chicken pasta, loads of bits of chicken under the pasta and the sauce was creamy and spicy. All dishes freshly made and service was very good. We will be going back for the two steaks for £35 as the couple on the opposite table had that and it looked fantastic.

Our first visit tonight, and it certainly won’t be the last. Excellent food, excellent service and amazing staff. One of the nicest places we’ve eaten at for a long while. Highly recommended 👌

First time visitor, lovely atmosphere and busy at 6pm, starters were lovely, my main course wasn't as hot as I would expect but very tasty all the same, all in all we will return to try different meals on the menu, price was very reasonable too 👍

Worst food I v ever tasted don't know who's doing the food now but not the best

Amazing food. Great value. Cooked to perfection. Staff are so friendly and knowledgeable. Best restaurant in the area by far.

Food was tasty good but the portions were awful. the Takeaway tub on the Carbonara was half and one third. Will not go back here for that reason.

Fabulous food and great service

Food Quality was good, but delivery notes aren't read.

The best restaurant by far in the area. The food is so good that we have been here 3 times in 2 weeks. Steak night is a must, absolutely amazing.

Always perfect every time, my favourite takeaway ♥️

Best meal I have had in months service was great friendly and attentive. Would highly recommend

Great food and serviced I struggled as nothing on the happy hour menu was slimmingworld friendly but still great for a family meal with out a fussy bird like me

Late not a good customer service, hearing someone wearing down the phone the staff! Food wasn’t the best either

Order arrived late and cold. Wrong sauce sent and descriptions on food doesn't match what arrives.

Really impressed with the Prospect food service and atmosphere all spot on. Would come back and recommend.

First time trying Sunday lunch and to be honest I can't wait until next Sunday for another one. top notch 👌

This is a first rate restaurant. We had fantastic service , excellent food from a very varied menu, and a level of personal attention that will be hard to beat at any other establishment. We are eager to visit again to try other delicacies from their menu.

Food was lovely, will definately be ordering again in the near future.

Everything was perfect. Thankyou

Take me back to 1978 cos that Greece plate was bloody outstanding. They best not have hoyed the plate in the dishwasher cos it was clean by the time I was finished: Demolished. Not a need for any additional salt or pepper, absolutely pleased the tastebuds. Whoever makes the Greek thing, keep it up. Go Greece lightning!

Sunday lunch was very nice but prawn cocktail not nice at all not much salad and all squashed up in a small bowl not very good presentation, bread we received with it was too hard to eat so went in bin won't be buying from here again

Rang and booked a table for my daughters birthday explained that our son was coming and is autistic could we be seated somewhere quiet staff wetr exceptional we carnt thank you all enough our son has never stayed for a full meal in ten years he even had a desert to have him with us celebrating as a family I feel like we won the lottery highly recommended restaurant food amazing service outstanding thank you so much xxx

Had the best steak in my whole entier life, would come again xx

Wow what a lovely place, food and staff amazing, so friendly and a beautiful sunday lunch, dogs and children welcomed. We were visiting for the weekend, would return if in the area for sure. Big pat on the back guys

Brilliant restaurant with great food and service

Excellent food highly recommend

Delivered over an hour late 🤦‍♂️

Just came in this afternoon with our dog after a walk at penshaw monument we went to order food and we were offered by a lovely young gentleman to sit in the quiet restaurant area in the bar. The food was amazing and all piping hot and freshly cooked. The staff were fantastic and very accommodating and friendly towards our dog who absolutely loves attention. We couldn't fault it will definitely be returning.

Fabulous. The staff here are so friendly and professional, from walking in to leaving. Their service is impeccable. Food really excellent. Thanks to all who work there.

£14.95 happy hour for 2 courses. Good value for tasty food

Visited with friends over the weekend for Sunday lunch and was massively impressed! The service from the moment we arrived was exceptional! From the bar staff to the waiters, they were all so friendly and helpful, even letting one of our party take home a couple of the paper placemats that she took a shine to 🙂 We all ordered a beef dinner and it really was outstanding, one of the best I have had in a while. The portion size was huge, the meat cooked to perfection and the yorkies unreal! The addition of a huge bowl of mushy peas is always a hit for us, love it when places add these to a dinner! We had such a lovely afternoon here and can’t wait to return to try their weekday menu too!

great food, highly recommended 👌

Absolutely delicious! Ordered starters and mains - the Bruschetta is the nicest I've ever had! The chicken with pancetta and leeks was also amazing. Hubby enjoyed his Mozzarella dippers and his favourite chicken Valdostana. Delivery was early (I asked for ASAP and this was honoured). Fantastic gem of a restaurant - so happy we found it :)

Over priced for the meals I ordered, wasn't enough for what I paid. never again should get a refund

Lovely food and nice pint of smiths