The Teesdale Restaurant in County Durham

There were 19 of us booked in for a meal. They gave us a room to ourselves. We had pre-ordered our food so we had no waiting to be served. The food was excellent, the staff were friendly and polite and the price was reasonable. All in all a very good experience. Highly recommend it

We arrived fairly late for lunch but staff were happy to continue to serve us. Had a roast dinner (it was huge - unable to eat it all!) and a burger - again a huge portion.

Visited for Sunday lunch as the roast beef used to just fall apart it was so tender. Its changed hands since i visited pre=covid and the furniture and set up isnt the same and unfortunately i didn't find the did at the standard it used to be. The outside board advertised carveries from £9.50. Silly us but we assumed that was for a standard plate. When you order this is what they give you automatically. It turns out there is a small plate that you have to specifically ask for which is £9.50 and the standard size is £11.00. There is a larger plate but i dont know how much that was as i didnt see any menus or anything on the table with any sort of prices. It was only when we came to pay and for it and with a couple of soft drinks we expected it to be just over £40 but it was actually just over £50. One member of staff admitted we weren't the first people who complained about this and someone had walked out. Its not just the price but the Yorkshire puddings were completely cold, my knife and fork couldn't penetrate the broccoli as it was so hard. Hopefully if this is under new management these things will be teething troubles and they will display prices correctly going forward and ensure that the food that is meant to be hot is hot. For the moment though it was a bit dissapointing and I have to say not a patch on what it used to be. I hope they do well and bring things up to standard as it used to be a great place.

Delighted to see The Teesdale Restaurant opening Thursday, Friday and Saturday evenings again. Had a fantastic meal in a cosy atmosphere upstairs. The menu is very good. The pork belly was amazing. And a free glass of wine!

Fab relaxed and homely atmosphere with fab food, fab staff and fab service! Already planning next visit ...

Four of us visted on a Sunday. We booked in advance as often it gets booked up for the Sunday lunch carvery. We had a lovely Sunday lunch. Good portions of meat and of course you help yourself to the fresh veg. The staff were very friendly and i would definately recommend when visiting Barnard Castle. Have been to a few places in Barnard Castle and for what you get this was really good value.

Me, my sister and two friends had a delicious Sunday carvery and would happily recommend having your Sundays lunch here. The staff are very welcoming and friendly and the food is really good. So if you are visiting Barnard Castle we would happily suggest that you call into the Teesdale Restaurant for a meal.

The teesdale restaurant has a cosy warm and welcoming atmosphere. Service was excellent very attentive. I haven’t felt so comfortable somewhere in a very long time. Food was delicious and portions of plenty I struggled to finish. I got a bacon and Brie panini and it was very tasty. The chips that came with it are homemade and well cooked with salad garnish and coleslaw on the side. I would highly recommend this place and I will definitely be back. Thanks so much guys keep up the good work.

Popped in for a late breakfast before heading to the museum. I had a full English and it was both massive and delicious. Commented to my wife that the person who cooked it must appreciate a really good breakfast. It’s a bit of an art. My son had a sausage sandwich which came with home made chips which he loved. My wife and daughter both has scones which they loved. Lovely place with great service and food. Couldn’t ask for more!

We only stumbled across this gem of a cafe/restaurant because we were going to Morrisons. We saw The Teesdale at the top of the carpark. It didn't look like much but, we gave it a go. Wow, were we glad we did!! It is very clean, the staff are really friendly and the food was home cooked. We only fancied a snack so ordered the roast ham sandwich & the roast beef sandwich which we shared. They came with coleslaw, chips and salad. All ingredients were home cooked/prepared and everything was very tasty. The most popular dish on the menu was the roast beef dinner which almost everyone else ordered and looked incredible. At the counter was an array of home baked cakes but, we had to have them as take out due the generous portion sizes we had already eaten. They have since been consumed and were also delicious. If ever you are in Barnard Castle, please ignore the high street and head for The Teesdale. You will not regret it.

Great place for lunch, staff were very welcoming. We had the roast dinner and I can say it was excellent value for money. Excellent location opposite Morrisons

Very nice home cooked food served by friendly and competent staff. I had the ham and eggs and i was pleasently surprised at thd quality. Will definitely be back

We were on a walking weekend in this area and The Teesdale looked very inviting for an evening meal. I chose the vegetarian option by chance - and I’m so pleased that I did. The sweet potato burger with red pepper salsa was quite possibly the best meal I’ve ever eaten. It was so good that I persuaded my friend (who is very wary of vegetables) to try it. She enjoyed it so much that we returned the next night and both ordered this impressive meal. We were also lucky enough to speak with Mark Mendelssohn - the talented chef who had created the dish. His passion for good food and especially vegetarian choices was obvious and I shall look forward to eating here - and probably staying here - the next time I’m in this beautiful area.

Come across this restaurant while in the area. Sat outside with our dogs had sandwiches which were excellent and they came with home cooked chips, coleslaw and salad. Great value too and the staff were great even brought water out for our dogs. Really enjoyed our lunch.

Called one Monday lunch time after seeing reviews on tripadvisor , they where not wrong . Some of our party had the roast dinner it came with 5 different veg , 2 had veggie cottage pie and myself had scampi (LOADS OF SCAMPI ). Everybody said how tasty the meals where . You get quality and quantity with a smile . THANKYOU

Carefull, you may enter thin but you will leave fat. The portion sizes are huge, the food is delicious, and the service always leaves you smiling. For those not brave enough to sit in the take always are recommended and the sweet treat boxes are addictive. You have been warned.

Sunday dinner was absolutely delicious as always 😋 very generous portions and the staff are always very friendly. We also got apple and bramble crumble with custard, again absolutely lovely. All this for £18, an absolute bargain, we have ours ordered every week 😊

Highly recommended the Teesdale diner, consistent tasty food, excellent portions, value for money and really lovely friendly staff who always make you feel welcome and are flexible in your personal dietary needs.

It was great to see Craig & his staff again, the usual warm welcome & excellent food. Social distancing of tables in operation, all staff wearing masks, tables, chairs, door handles etc all sanitised after every use.A very positive & enjoyable first meal out after relaxing of lock down, we will be back very soon.

Really well set out in the present circumstances. Good portion size and fantastic value. Really friendly staff.

Perfect again, chef was spot on and accommodating to what we wanted. It come in a pizza box! £5.50 for loads of Beef, onions and mushrooms with a pile of homemade chips. Got to be one of best cafes for food in county durham!Cheers mate and thanks for the pop!

A good no frills cafe serving very reasonably priced food. I had Ham, Egg and Chips and it was very good. Plenty of tea too. Can’t stand places that are mean with tea. It’s a real locals cafe. Parking outside but you have to pay and the warden is often round. If you want free parking then park on the main road.

Excellent quick breakfast. Was ready in 5 minutes! We got two large breakfasts and cant move after them! Lovely quality and very polite staff. Cheers!

This is a lovey little place near the car park behind the shops. The portions were vast, I couldn’t finish and that’s unusual. Food was lovely and staff were very friendly. We would definitely return and recommend

Was out doing food shop so thought I would try there Sunday lunch it was fantastic lot’s of veg and meat was cooked lovely staff very nice x

First visit and wanted some lunch . We just missed the hot food . However staff were able to do us sandwiches and paninis.Bless the chef it put out a big platter of fries , salad and coleslaw, Which was more than we expected. Thank you for your hospitality.

Had a delicious meal here, the chef admitted he's not very good at portion sizes and wowzers he was right as we couldn't eat it all. We felt very welcome and good value for money. Something for everyone in the menu. We will go again.

On a trip to Barnard Castle we fancied an English breakfast. We tried the Teesdale Restaurant. Situated within the main car park it is easy to find. It was Saturday morning and it was not that busy. Quite spacious , the place is what you would expect for a typical market town in terms of decor. We went for the regular breakfast with tea and toast. Portions were decent but the presentation was not to clever(don’t just pour the beans over the food!)Service was good. All in all half decent but nothing too exciting.

Popped into the cafe for a sandwich and drink on our way to Durham. We got seated at just the right time as it was filling up quickly and service was struggling. We shared a sandwich , cake plus a hot drink each . The tea pot came with 3 teabags in it so that each cuppa was good and strong , the latte very good too. The sandwich came with chips and packed with roast beef and a side salad , the lemon cake very moreish . Good value and recommended.

Although we've visited Barnard Castle on many occasions, this was the first time we had visited the restaurant. The staff were very friendly. Food good- lots of people having breakfast. Plenty of different cakes on offer. Appears to be a very popular place.

Was out and about again today and landed in one of our favourite places Barnard Castle. Being dinner time we found ourselves at this restaurant for a carvery. They were not shy with the meats. Everything was cooked to perfection. Friendly staff. Loved it.

Efficient service great value for money and delicious cafe food. The home cooked chips are wonderful

My husband and friends called here for a break while out cycling, he had a scone which was delicious. On leaving he left his cycling bag which he discovered some time later. I got a phone call could I ring a cafe in car park at Barnard Castle, luckily managed to get number. I rang what very helpful staff could not locate at first then is was spotted been put to one side. We picked it up Sunday. Thank you Travellers Rest Cafe they will be back.

Lovely staff! Great coffee! Cake to die for! Popped in for a coffee and a slice of cake. Mmmmm! Wow! The slices are magnificent! The quality is fantastic! Diet out the window for a treat!

We stopped off here on a lunchtime while visiting the area. We couldn't find a vacant table but the proprietor came to our rescue and took the reserved sign off a table.

It is lovely to walk through the door into a friendly busy family orientated place. We went mid week and alot of pensioners were taking advantage of the lunchtime specials. Service was friendly and efficent we both had the chicken breast in stilton sauce a side salad and their famous chips. We had a pot of tea with it and no it didn't come in a silver teapot but it did come with extra hot water and a milk jug.

Visited for a light lunch and the sandwiches were packed with fillings and accompanying chips and salad. Good value

Whilst caravanning locally we twice enjoyed lunch here. A warm welcome in pleasant surroundings with freshly cooked food which was excellent, with seriously large portions- such a change from the measly portions normally served in other places. We also bought portions of cake, made on the premises to be eaten back on site. If you want a good lunch in Barnard Castle - this is the pl\ace to go to.

Very friendly and HUGE delicious portion of cake, the welcome is warm and the value for money is outstanding. The restaurant is tucked away in the car park near Morrisons but it is well worth taking the time and trouble to find it. Family friendly and the best place to eat in the town. It was closing time and as we were leaving Craig gave us two very large cheese scones to take home. What a nice surprise

Have been a regular visitors to Barnard Castle but had never been into this establishment until today. A very friendly and obliging staff and the meals were amazing both in quality and portion size. Real home cooked fare. Both our meals were huge portions, accompanied by rice, chips and salad - real value for money. My wife, a former chef, often quite critical found her chicken and stilton quite the best she had ever had. Top marks.

Been going here for years , it never fails to amaze.. You get mammoth portions of great home cooked fresh produce .. the only trouble is the walking home after coming here for a feed ha.. Friendly staff , relaxed atmosphere easy access.. Definitely recommend

A fine friendly place to enjoy hot food/beverages. Casual seating with lovely baked scones. A little updating may be needed. Ideal close to Morrisons

We thought we would get out of the cold and stop by for a cuppa , when we went inside it’s your normal cafe exterior but this is where normality ends , great staff who go out of their way to help you , the place is a hive of hustle and bustle , great for all ages and nothing is a bother, the food is excellent and great value , I had the Cumberland sausage , chips and egg and black pudding , only to be amazed by the fact I would normally expect 1 egg and 1 sausage , it came with lots of chips 2 eggs 2 sausages and 2 pieces of black pudding this place would knock socks off weather spoons every day , a must to visit in Barny and the cakes and scones all look to be hand made , brilliant place for food a real gem of a place

Top value for money, great staff, lovely food. Well worth a visit. A simple cheese and onion sandwich below. Good job I am cycling back to Darlington after this beauty! :-) :-)

Had a great lunch. Lovely food and lots of it at a very reasonable price. Our 'rolls' came on a large platter with more than all the trimmings. Friendly staff too.

nice clean friendly atmosphere..credit to the cook (Kim) who cooked me a beauty brekkie(even with my fussy requests 🙈)my fave place to get a breakfast now! Also very tasty cakes!!Staff are great :) lovely little place :)

My birthday.....plans crashed as hubby too unwell to take me out for lunch.....no food in house...... Aaaah!! Take away carvery lunch. Fabulous roast dinner, big choice, wrapped in cling film and pots of gravy. Really good price. Recommend!!!!!

Stayed for 1 night, had a lovely evening meal. Very relaxed and friendly hotel. A little dated but clean and very comfortable will definately return.

After reading some of the reviews on trippy we decided to give the teesdale a try and what can I say we weren't disappointed

We ordered a few bacon butties and out came a brunch platter with our butties but also potato cut chips, coleslaw, salad, and crisps! Stunning customer service with a warm and friendly welcome. The best cafe in County Durham!

Lovely little cafe.home made cakes simpley beautiful. Kim &Chris; where absolutely brilliant very friendly.

Been wanted to visit this cafe for months after good reviews from family!! Wasn't disappointed and after a four mile walk to Ecclestone Abbey and back I was fair ready for somat to eat!! Food was fantastic and what a huge portion!!

Opposite Morrisons supermarket, so view not that impressive. We sat outside due to having the dog and it was a gorgeous sunny day.

First time going there with my mum the other day. The location isn't the best as its in morrisons car park but the food is amazing. Heard good reviews, only criticism is the large portions.

Good service. Comfortable and warm. Probably the best jacket potatoe we have ever had. Huge spud loads of beans and cheese large dressed salad and coleslaw we should have shared as it was a huge portion. We would recommend this excellent eatery

My mam and I often choose here for food, the portions are massive, the staff are very friendly and the beef in the hot beef sandwich just melts in your mouth! The prices are amazing for what you get!

Located adjacent to a Pay and Display car park an accross from Morrisons this eatery is very well located. The meals are massive with a presentation flair that is innovative and attractive. Friendly comfortable atmosphere. Great place to eat.

been here many times as have a caravan in the area. Very friendly and HUGE portions. The chips are "proper" chips, not frozen and they are gorgeous. Craig and his team will always try and accommodate you if there is something you want to change in your meal. I have even gone in when they have technically finished serving and they still managed to rustle up a meal. The cakes are also delicious - my treat is to take a slice of chocolate cake for later in the evening. You certainly won't leave hungry that's for sure!

Popped in for lunch. A tuna and cheese wrap and a bacon and Brie panini. Both came with real chips and salad and it was impossible to eat all that came so I took half my wrap home for my lunch the next day.

I have lived in Barney for a lot of years but never tried this restaurant. We came from shopping and thought, let's give it a go. Well, first thought was, it was like a basic cafe but service was good and menu was great. We ordered a tuna salad wrap and bacon and brie paninni and when they arrived they were both on an enormous platter with two portions of home made chips and lots of salad and our pot of tea for two was just fab. for the price I do not know how they make any money........wonderful lunch.....we will be back

I have just been served the most amazing chicken and Stilton. Absolutely perfect. The chef is a master in the kitchen

Good place to go for all meals but the Sunday cavery is good value for money and you get a lot to eat and well presented

Nothing seemed like too much trouble and we felt really accommodated. Food is to a high standard and portion size is great for the money. If I'm back in the area I'll definitely visit again.

My husband and I regularly eat at The Teesdale Restaurant. We love the warm welcome and extensive, reasonably priced menu. We like our traditional meals and love the platters to share. Sunday carvery is 'a must' with meat sourced locally and is always incredibly tasty. Recently, we held a birthday celebration here on a Saturday night. The food was perfect and just what we asked for. Exceptional service from Craig and Kim. Buffet prices were very reasonable. The restaurant is wheelchair accessible and there is an accessible toilet on ground level. Well done. Keep up the good work

Just been today for a carvery lunch with my mother to celebrate Mothers Day. There was a choice of 3 roasts, Yorkshire's, toasties and 5 veg. I had roast beef and it melted in your mouth. Thoroughly enjoyed it.

Whenever we visit Barnard Castle we always have lunch at the Teesdale. The food is excellent, the welcome is warm and the value for money is outstanding. The restaurant is tucked away in the car park near Morrisons but it is well worth taking the time and trouble to find it. The chips are, quite simply, the best in the world and we love the way that they are often served on a platter along with the other items ordered - perfect for sharing! Family friendly and the best place to eat in the town. Do not miss a visit to the Teesdale - you will not be disappointed!

Tried an full English breakfast before the shopping and enjoyed it very much. A new experience though having chips on the plate and what tasted like paprika sprinkled around the plate's edge but everything was hot and tasty. The service was great and the interior spotless. Worth another visit.

We were feeling peckish on a trip to Barnard Castle and found this place when parking the car. Food was very good and excellent value for money.

Went in for a desperately needed cup of tea and despite it being almost closing time they brought me a pot for one..with boiling top up water. First place I've been to in ages that did that..very well done. Then, as other customers and I left, the owner gave us all the leftover cheese scones to take home. What a nice place, I will go back.

Food was amazing, portion sizes were fantastic value for money. Defo going back again in the very near future

If you are shopping in Barnard Castle, then this is the place to eat. We use it regularly when shopping there. The food is excellent with a full menu and daily specials. Families with children are welcome.