The best restaurants in Dawdon County Durham North East

I last reviewed this place in 2019 where my main issue was poor service and would you believe it things haven't changed. Service today was non existent. We were seated for over 10 minutes .... Not even a greeting. Front of house totally disorganised. It's a wonder the floor covering wasn't worn out because of the too-ing and fro-ing which never seemed to produce anything. This service is the worst I've experienced anywhere.. Cone on.... Get a grip !

This cafe is perfect for Instagram pics and trendy food. Perfect location overlooking the pebble beach. Staff were friendly and decor was very cute. That being said, please don't let my next few comments stop you from visiting this is just my experience. I came with my family and it was a bit disappointing. The loaded potatoes with halloumi had too much creme fresh to the point where it just wasn't enjoyable. The smoothie was practically like water with very little flavour and for the price of £5 and something pence it just wasn't worth it. They serve many varieties of matcha which I wanted to try, it wasn't really for me but I understand it is an acquired taste. That's totally on me the staff can't help that it wasn't my cup of tea 🤣 The flatbread was thoroughly enjoyable though and the latte was so frothy. Gotta love a frothy latte don't ya? It was really nice. A good day out however I would say in the nicest possible way- this is very much a yummy mummy cafe made for the camera and not the bank account if you know what I mean.

Aargh! We must've stood for about half an hour to get served (and the queue was barely to the door, and the place half-busy). Sullen staff, who just stand there waiting for you to speak first. Couldn't even be bothered to put the coffee onto the saucer. £4.50 for a slice of lemon cake!!! £2.50 for a tiny little cookie!!? It's a shopping outlet on the A19, not Zurich Airport. The coffee was alright, I think, I was just in a right mood after the service. I like giving the more independent places a go, but I really wished I'd gone to one of the nearby coffee chains for a drink.

Peri peri chicken was lovely and spicy. Good to have an peri peri option in the area. Communication could be better. Price and portion good.

Good to return for a pint and some Quick pub doings..I had a panini with a side of chips. Plenty of roughnecks around but we sat in a more private alcove. Very enjoyable Maximus for £1.99

Waited 45min for breakfasts which was warm yes it was busy but thats no excuse won't be buying food there again

Missing 2x Bombay Aloo from the special :( The mixed masala opened in the bag, but we managed to catch it before it spilt anymore. The flavours are unreal though so I would still order again but just slightly disappointed but overall enjoyed it.

Just as you would expect, simply excellent

2 hour wait finally come chips chicken noodle combo plain, come full of onions n chips like they been cooked 2 wks ago not be going bk

Visited for a Friday night treat and had a lovely evening. We opted for the wagyu burgers, which were really good, nice and juicy and cooked to perfection. The portions are huge, we both struggled to finish. It’s such a lovely little pub, the staff were really attentive and friendly. Slightly on the pricey side, but you do get what you pay for with some great quality food.

Chips were undercooked and staff go on like salt comes out their wages

Came here for a bite to eat on a Sunday afternoon. Everywhere was full or fully booked so we called here for something small, food was ok for what we wanted & staff were pleasant enough.

Excellent food, even better, friendly staff

Absolutely first class food Really nice

For a change we thought we would order from a different restaurant, on this occasion not a wise desicion, The Kebab meat was bland,greasy and in my opinion under cooked, shaved off too early, quantity over quality. The 'Meat feast' Pizza i also had issue with, when i order a 'Meat feast' pizza i want to be able to recognise whats on it.. pieces of Chicken, Slices of Pepperoni, Salami ect ect. The meats were ground up that small nothing was recognisable, it looked like some dried mince was spinkled over the top. The Garlic sauce was sharp and tasted of vinegar, I was given a 20 min delivery slot time , the order arrived 40 mins after. i cant say with any certainty which element of what i ate did not agree with me the most, but what i can say is that i was up in middle of night bringing it back up. we shall not be reordering from this restaurant. If Zero Stars was an option thats what I would give it . Photo the 'Meat Feast'