The best restaurants in Bottesford Melton East Midlands

Called in when passing through and was met by a very friendly lady who showed us to a table. It is an attractive little cafe with a great menu and the staff were so welcoming. We had a bacon and mushroom omelette and a cheese and onion toastie, both served with salad and accompanied by two lattes. Drinks were served promptly and food followed shortly on hot plates. Cannot fault it at all and would highly recommend this wonderful little place.

Popped in to have breakfast here with the family midweek. Two full breakfasts and smashed avocado and egg on toast for the boy. Service was friendly and quick and the food really well cooked. Would highly recommend. There is plenty of choice for breakfast and lunch and the drinks menu is also extensive. Our breakfast was cooked fresh to order

Our fav go to pub always buzzing with atmosphere

A long time favourite but haven’t been since it changed hands until this weekend. Sunday lunch with friends - roast beef was inedible /soooo tough. Mentioned to serving staff 🤷‍♀️ no apology - nothing! Prob won’t go back after that experience. Interesting that it wasn’t very busy either- used to have to book way in advance to be sure to get a table !

Paul’s is consistently good, every time we’ve been. The food is outstanding, cooked to perfection and cannot be faulted in any way. We all commented on how delicious it was. The staff are also friendly, welcoming and efficient. This place really is special! 🥰

We enjoyed a lovely meal at the Rutland Arms for my mothers birthday. The food tasted great, fresh and so nice to try something a little different. The waitress, (I can't remember her name) but she was so lovely and chatty & an asset to the business. I would recommend to anyone wishing to enjoy a meal in nice surroundings with good food that won't break the bank. We will definitely be returning.

Nice atmosphere with friendly staff and customers. Dog friendly with a small enclosed garden.

First time visiting this lovely restaurant. I have a peanut allergy and so trying a new Indian restaurant is quite a scary thing as they usually use nut oils to cook in,I was reassured that things are kept separate and indeed I didn't have any reaction. The food was absolutely delicious.all really fresh. The service was really nice and there was a good atmosphere in the restaurant. Also the prices were very reasonable. We will definitely be back with friends and family.

Wonderful hidden gem; unexpected given the locatio. We will return again and again. There is a cafe and a homewear shop. The interior is divine.

We visited the Old Forge this morning for the first time and we weren't disappointed. We were greeted by Lola the dog who made our own little dog very welcome. The outside seating area was extremely pleasant and well kept with a charming brook and weeping willow setting the scene. Our breakfast of bacon and egg sandwiches served on toasted granary bread was absolutely delicious and cooked to perfection. Our hosts were lovely and offered advice on some dog walking routes in the area which we went on to enjoy. We will definitely be visiting again. Thank you very much, Jayne, Dean and Rexi x

The service was exceptional. We wanted some choices that were not on the menu and the chefs adapted their dishes to accommodate our vegetarian choices. The flavours were delightful and the range of textures made eating the food very appealing. I will definitely be returning and would certainly recommend their menu, food and wonderful service to anyone living in or around Bottesford. Regards Paul and Eithne

Pre booked tables were being used, service dreadful, coffee tepid, cake arrived when we had all drunk our coffee, restaurant manager unfriendly and dismissive, tables not been wiped, crumbs under the chairs.Decor lovely and expensive but ‘fur coat and no knickers’ - need to get the essentials right pdq!!One positive - young waiter Tom was a star.