The Prospect in Sunderland

Absolutely incredible service from start to finish, in particular want to thank Franco for his exceptional customer service so friendly, polite and ever so helpful and informative an absolute asset to the place. Food was delicious highly recommend the chicken lemonado incredible.

Beautiful, fresh food enjoyed by all 5 of us. The best Italian I've ever tasted. Lobster ravioli, carbonara & lasagne were something else. Prices were more than reasonable. We were all stuffed! Red velvet cheesecake was to die for. Can't wait to revisit when in the area.

I had the muscles with white wine and mafioso pizza special. My girlfriend had the potato skins and chicken Kiev pizza. We unknowingly hit the happy hour which was a massive bonus but even without, it's high standard food for very affordable prices. It also came unbelievably fast, brilliant service and a warm welcome. Our new go to place for an indulgent meal!

My wife and I went here about three weeks had the lunch two course special. Service was great and meal lovely. Staff very good. We went again I got the sirloin steak and my wife the lunch special. We ordered drinks which came wrong, wife’s main came first with the waiter was behind with the starter. When this was sorted main meals came mine with no chips, waited some time for them to come. I asked for steak to be medium. It came overdone dry and tough, I left have of it. I informed the manager about this and nothing was offered to resolve or jester of goodwill. I payed bill and left, don’t think I will be back.

went for lunch with husband and ordered mussels with garlic and white wine what did i get prawns mmmm

We had heard great things about the prospect but never visited. We went on a Wednesday tea time just missed the early meal deal, now we know for next time. We ordered halloumi bruschetta potato skins for starters and souvlaki for mains. Starters were large and I ended up taking one of my souvlaki home with me. Food was spot on and on top of all that we have found out it is also dog friendly. Going to go again today for lunch.

I'm working away from home and the hotel food isn't good. I read the reviews and decided to try this restaurant. It's great value, some dishes are better than others, but overall very good. The staff are friendly, the restaurant has a good atmosphere. I've eaten here 5 times in the last week, The early bird menu is particularly good value. I will definitely be back again soon.

First time visited here. Great friendly welcome and dog friendly. Warm atmosphere and great selection of meals . Staff always polite and friendly. Would definitely return to this pub for a meal. Nice to find a pub with decent tasty meals and friendly staff

Popped in with some hungry children and what a delightful place - kids portions good size and very high quality - included drink and ice cream with main meal - and very reasonably priced. Good quality food and good price and the best atmosphere I can remember for a long time. Highly recommended A+++++++++

This is the 3rd visit and it just keeps on providing great good a d very friendly service. We will definitely be back on a regular basis.

Always made to feel welcome and always have good food mainly we go on a Sunday. Sometimes they do run out of some meats if you go later.

Had a Sunday lunch with the family. Pre order due to restrictions and can choose a pudding to take home. Food was nice and very generous portions. Staff were very friendly will be going back

Can’t Wait For The Next Time. ! Sunday Lunch is made with love . The Roast meats beautifully moist. The plate was huge with extra, perfect al dente vegetables . Incidentally the Yorkshire Puddings are killer. Service is extremely attentive & reflects the family who run it. They really care about their customers for sure. The surroundings of the dining area are really comfortable. There is also an outside area which is sheltered. Car Parking is very easy. too. Well done team Prospect & a big thank you for making Sunday Lunch very special. Blessings to You All.

Went in for a couple of drinks with my daughter and 5 year old granddaughter, staff were amazing. Everywhere was lovely and clean and all the relevant checks were made when we walked in which made us feel safe under the circumstances. The atmosphere was lovely and there was live music on. The food was spot on and i told one of the owners they were the best chips i have tasted in a long time (real chips). My little pug Elvis also enjoyed his meal as they were kind enough to cook him a lovely chicken breast with complimentary bowl of water. Looking forward to going back as its a very family friendly place.

Amazing food I have tried a lot of dishes here and none disappoint. The chicken meals are excellent. The presentation of food is out of this world and looks almost too good too eat but so good I never remember to take a picture for a review Wonderful staff that are so friendly and helpful. Nothing is too much trouble. Newly decorated. The time closed during lockdown doing take away food has been spent very wisely on redecoration part of the bar and outside area. Not to mention the revamped ladies too. It is always a pleasure to visit and this is the only place I would feel comfortable to say something if there was something not right. As I am so confident in the staff and service that I know it would be a one off occasion. To this day nothing has ever been wrong.

Live around the corner but never tried the food until now. I can’t even describe how delicious it was!! Both me and my daughter got chicken souvlaki, my husband got the gamborini and my so got the fish and chips. Best food I’ve tasted in...

I rarely leave a review for takeaway food but definately felt that this warranted a review. Just Wow! Gorgeous Italian restaurant quality food, delivered to the door. Fast, efficient and friendly! I have not yet dined at the Prospect but it is certainly now on...

We started by ordering a couple of Sunday lunches during lockdown, then evening takeaway. Now with lockdown easing a bit we have been able to eat in their restaurant a few times now and they never fail to deliver on. Very impressed with their covid...

Lovely food as usual but extremely busy and understaffed to cope with eat out to help out scheme, therefore service was slower than normal.

Our waiter bobby was great. Fab service and a relaxed atmosphere. It was my first time out since lockdown. Ppe was worn by all staff and it was table service.

Visited for a Christmas catch up with a friend. Food was tasty, service was good, staff were pleasant and the prices were reasonable. Nothing to complain about. Would visit again.

Food was lovely, we all enjoyed our meals, my hubby had the lasagna which he said was the best he had had in a long time. Staff were very friendly and professional. We took a birthday cake and they where happy to provide cutlery for...

Popped into the bar for a couple with the wife after work. Lovely bar and good lagers. Ended up staying and going to the restaurant for tea too. Food was amazing. Very good prices and excellent staff. Will definitely be going back.

Called in unexpectedly for a bite to eat with our dogs this afternoon, after checking the venue was dog friendly. There was a good range of vegetarian options on the menu and the staff were very friendly and welcoming, giving our dogs lots of attention...

A group of friends and I had the Christmas fayre meal last night. The food was fab as was the service, would definitely recommend it 😊

Been a few times . Varied menu ,reasonably priced . Scampi was delicious. Staff helpful Would Definitely recommend

The prospect has been a favourite pub of mine for many years and has changed hands a few times. The latest menu Italian and English dishes has to be one of my favourites. Food and staff are amazing.

We were a party of 10 people, celebrating a birthday. We prebooked. Arrived to be seated at a nice table. Greeted by pleasant staff. Menus were placed on the table. The waitress took our drinks orders. Then returned and took the order for food. We...

Pre ordered our meal as it was a big party of 18 of us..paid a £5 deposit which I think is a very good idea especially with big tables like ours. Starters were prompt at coming out. Some starters looked like they were the size...

Second visit in three weeks and again food was spot on, full of flavour and piping hot, definitely worth a visit

2nd visit and the food and service is absolutely fantastic. Authentic greek food, souvlaki and pizzas fabulous. It is obvious where the chefs are from as they have pride and passion creating thier dishes.Very very tasty.Well done everyone. Travelled from peterlee to penshaw so it must be good. See you all soon

Recently had a family meal and drinks what a great meal we had really enjoyed ourselves with great food and drinks. Staff were really friendly and great to get on with.

We have visited the bistro a few times now for an Italian lunch and once for Sunday dinner. The service is always fantastic and the food is amazing! Had to squeeze 3 courses in yesterday and every part of our meal was perfect. We will continue to enjoy meals here and look forward to trying the Greek dishes!

Fabulous Sunday lunch,fabulous staff. Would highly recommend. A couple of tiny niggles , Yorkshire pudding didn't seem fresh or crispy, my husband had the lamb which he said was delicious , but wasn't offered any condiments at all and would of liked mint sauce, also would of liked extra gravy. I asked for Sunday lunch without meat or gravy, was offered a vegetarian dinner which I refused, but when it came it had quorn on the plate, I must say it was quickly exchanged for what I asked for.. it would also be nice to have garden pease rather than mushy peas on a Sunday lunch, also to be told what is in the little side bowls. As I said these are tiny things. Overall Excellent will definatley return. I must add a very good selection of vegetables and plenty of them, but would of preferred them separated rather than mixed up in a bowl, but they were very tasty.

Excellent food, lovely restaurant nice atmosphere would highly recommend and the staff are all great 👍

Very disappointed. Tried to go to the pub after an event in Herrington Park. The staff were only allowing people in they knew and refusing to share taxi numbers. Very disappointing and quite distressing given there was no where else to go.

Very disappointed with their customer service after recommendation. As a small business owner if my staff/management had spoken to anyone in this manner they’d be receiving a warming at the very least. Very negative reflection on the business, management & owner

Only popped in for a drink. Never been before. Unfortunately for me chose the wrong door (50/50 left or right) and was screamed at Get out, get out, people are eating here and manhandled out the door. Didn’t realise I was a leper. Explained I wouldn’t infect their food but shoved out. Went to bar, rubbish. Manky dogs wanting to lick you, took ten minutes to get served. Basically avoid.

Today was our first visit here,always drove past and wondered what this pub was like and so glad we finally tried it.

As we've done before, my wife and I came here on a Saturday evening for the £20 grill night (2 grills - choice of steak/chicken/gammon, with 2 sides each, sauce and a bottle of wine) and were not disappointed (as we have come to expect).

We were booked in for a family members birthday last Friday. I only had a main meal of fish and chips but wife had a starter and also fish and chips. Everybody enjoyed the meals and at £9.99 for two fish and chips with fish been a good size it was good value for money. While there was not many people in our end the staff could not do enough for us. Would certainly recommend this venue .

Owning a touring Caravan we have had Sunday lunch in very many pubs and cannot think of one better than this for food and service. The adults chose lamb which was tasty and tender while the kids had chicken breast which they tucked into with relish. Lovely roast potatoes and a Yorkshire were on our plates and we were serves with dishes of veg. containing mashed pots. and swede, broccoli and carrots all perfectly cooked. We chose four different very inexpensive deserts from a wide range and all were delicious.

My wife and I have been here many times on a Saturday night, which is Grill Night - 2 grills, 2 sides, a sauce and a bottle of wine for £19.95.

Good food good beer what more can I you ask for meals always cooked to perfection Sunday lunch good value for money good food specials during week staff good and friendly if your passing give it a try you will not be disappointed car parking opposite country park on the a183

Went here last night with friends to see Kings For A Day play-excellent as usual, and had a good night which would have improved further if my steak had been the same quality as my beloved'; hers was thick and tender and perfectly cooked, whereas mine looked a lot lighter than her 8 ounces and as if it had been tenderised within an inch of existence- flat like a chicken schnitzel and definitely not medium rare as requested. I couldn't be bothered to spoil the night by complaining though, so are it along with the delicious chips, home made battered onion rings and mushrooms. On commenting as I settled the bill, I got a fairly sincere "sorry to hear that" but nothing else. The Stilton sauce however had been delicious if a little thin. Not bad for £20 for two "8 ounce" rump steaks etc and a bottle of Pinot Grigio , white unfortunately as they'd "run out of rosé" although others were drinking rosé later. Hmmmm. Decent enough evening overall though.

This pub never disappoints when it comes drinks and food!

If you want a lovely Sunday lunch which isn't prepared in a faceless chain pub then head here. Close to the county park for a walk after lunch the pub is traditional and unspolit. Sunday lunch has a good selection of meats and is great value for money. Well worth a trip and great to support a local pub

Cracking quality food, excellent beers and great staff. Couldn't ask for more. I had my 60th birthday party in the Prospect with a band and about 150 people crammed in. The buffet was excellent value and fed everyone as well. Sunday lunches are lovely as well

This was a first visit for me and most of my family, which was recommended by a couple of our party who had been the previous week. It was Mothering Sunday, and we were prepared to have to pay extra for that - but no, the Prospect did not take advantage of the date! What a refreshing surprise! However, they were still busy, but not too busy to cater for our large party and our few odd requests! What lovely staff. Nothing was too much trouble. One of our little ones was a bit poorly, and only wanted a bowl of rice. Guess what? No problem! Another little one (who didn't want chicken with his dinner!) didn't get chicken, so HE was happy, too! I only wanted a starter and pud, which was no problem either, and the others...all 9 of them! - had amazing-looking main courses, with the most veg I have ever seen offered anywhere! So much in fact, that we were cheeky enough to ask if we could take the extra home with us! Great value. Great service and Great Venue. We ladies were presented with beautiful little posies of daffodils, too. Thank you so much, The Prospect. We highly recommend you!

Staff couldn't be better, can't do enough. Compliments to the chef, also to the barman who is always a pleasure to be served by! Makes a nice change to come here with our pensioner friend once a week - guaranteed he as well as my husband and I always enjoy our meal. Very reasonably priced, would recommend to anyone.

Lovely night had by all, slight wait for food, but its was worth its because its was all freshly prepared and cooked, the chicken coujons were made with fresh chicken as opposed to processed. The main course was just as good all fresh vegetables, proper home cooked chips, all plates went back empty, there were 6 in our party, everyone enjoyed their food.

As a pub that is very close to my home I have seen this one go through a number of different phases. It is a part of the local entertainment scene with regular live performances by bands that are mostly very good. The high spot for me though is the food that is always excellent, freshly cooked and large portions, everything you could want and then add in great value and what could be better.

Again - food was freshly cooked and delicious.

Went there for date night and the place was totally empty apart from the locals drinking in the pub area. My boyfriend ordered a water and the water came out the tap murky the girl behind the bar poured another and it was fine but a little off putting. From this point every time my boyfriend went to the bar the girl serving took around 10 minutes to serve him as she was more interested in the locals. For starters i had french leek soup which was absolutely amazing and the best part of the meal, my boyfriend had potato skins which he said were amazing as well, then came the mains i had stripped steak in peppercorn sauce which came with chips and veg and my boyfriend had a chicken dinner. The peppercorn sauce tasted like cream and water and i couldn't taste pepper at all and when my boyfriend asked about this the girl said that it was because the chef used pink peppercorns and that he could make some more if i would like (why would i want more?). The steak was rubbery but i tried to eat some as the meal for two starters and two mains had came to £30. My boyfriend complained again asking if there was anything they could do (money off the bill maybe)as i couldn't stomach it and was offered to pick something else off the menu which i declined (not something i fancied after my main)the girl disappeared for 15 minutes, we guessed she was trying to sort something out. My boyfriend went and asked if anything was going to happen to which the girl replied "no as shes eaten half her food so we cant give you a refund" there was still steak left in the bowl but we were bored of complaining my boyfriends food was cold by this time and when he mentioned that the girl said we took our time to complain thus why our food was cold. First and last time coming here don't waste your money.

We have used the Prospect on a number of occasions and have never been dissatisfied

Came with the family for Sunday lunch was lovely will defibately recommend and cone again the.pub itself was very welcoming too

After attempting to eat at four prior establishments, all of whom stopped serving at 7 pm, we opted to eat at the Prospect, as we were passing and they served until 9 pm. The staff were friendly, helpful and welcoming. I had steak and ale pie, which came with chips and vegetables, and my wife had scampi, which came with chips and salad. We had to ask for sauces, as none were offered but the waitress was happy to oblige and brought tartar sauce and balsamic vinegar for the salad. The food was plentiful and fresh and for around £8 per course was good value for money. There were sweets, but we were both too full to order and there are various early bird and other offers. I would recommend it as a good value meal at affordable prices.

Three of us called for a change. One prawn cocktail, two soups followed by steak and ale pie, mince and dumpling both with veg, also very tender hunters chicken with chips and salad all very much enjoyed. Don't know how I managed raspberry and white chocolate ice cream cake but we certainly could manage no more! Compliments to chef and great thanks to the barman and waiter. We will be back!

called in to buy sunday lunch.two good sized slices of lean beef with a selection of fresh vegetables.There was also a large crispy Yorkshire pudding and a jug of gravy.Basically ok.But I can do ok at home for a good deal less.i expect that something about a meal out would be memorable...either the gravy or well done roasties.There was nothing really tasty here.The roast veg and the steamed were on the hard side.The service was really good though .Not likely to visit again as the bill was more than we expected.

We all ate of the Friday fish offer 2 meals for 9.99, Food was excellent I had the fish and chips very nice fish lovely and white and chips very tasty. My son had clams in napoli sauce was given an enormous portion and he thoroughly enjoyed them. My mother had Fish pie which was homemade and served with veg and chips this also got the thumbs ups, My dad had the mussels and they were Ok I think he preferred the clams. I would have given 5 stars but we had a bit of a wait however the lady behind the bar was very nice.

Good plain food is served here, the decor could do without dating and the range of drinks is limited with red or white wine - no choice. It could do with a shake up of menu - plenty of offers though pie night or steak night.

Four good friends and myself decided on a last minute visit to The Prospect last week, on the warmest night of the year. We were very impressed indeed.

Overcooked, greasy food. Should have realised why we were the only couple in the dining room at just after 7.30 pm. First visit, last visit. Worst date night ever, couldn't wait to leave.

This pub used to be my local many moons ago and as I had heard good things about it decided to give it a go. I was not disappointed. We went on a Tuesday early evening. The young lad who served us was polite and very accommodating. He asked if we wanted to open an account with our first drinks which we both thought was a good idea. There were only a few other people in having meals. We took the menues and decided what we wanted. We both went for the surf and turf. I every often have a problem with my steak as I like it quite rare. I was very pleasantly surprised when it arrived a few minutes later perfectly cooked to my taste. My friend preferred hers well done and again it was exactly how she liked it. The portion size more than adequate and the chunky chips were delicious. We managed a sweet as well which again was served promptly and was excellent. We could not fault the service nor the meal. We will be returning in the near future.

This is in Old Penshaw with open fields opposite behind their car park and a view of Herringtion Park.