Local Reviews
In June 2021, mandyw781 said about Base Restaurant by Elite Dining
I don't know how Mark does it but his food at Base tastes amazing! Together with his great staff too who are so lovely, i would highly recommend! Nothing is too much trouble and they all definitely go above and beyond! Thanks Base team for a beautiful memorable evening 😋
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In June 2021, cherylmA3944CV said about Base Restaurant by Elite Dining
We inadvertently stumbled across this location whilst out for a country walk, thinking this would be a coffee and cake style café, how wrong could we have been! We were given a menu by a lovely woman immacutaly made up with her hot pink nails and were in awe and wonder with the selection on offer... A great array of both Gluten Free and Vegetarian options we shared a sublime meal in a beautiful setting. Genuinely some of the most excuisitely prepared food, so well flavoured that no additional seasoning is required. We delighted in satay cauliflower, roasted rosemary and brocilli, baked goats cheese on a beautiful bed of salad and hassle back potatoes... This is not your standard style eatery, genuinely some of the best food we have eaten in years.
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In June 2021, Sandylou1972 said about Base Restaurant by Elite Dining
I intended to visit this exciting new restaurant in my hometown before we went into the 3rd lockdown but sadly didn’t get chance. First visited a couple of weeks ago for lunch with my mum. We had a selection of small plates, which were absolutely delicious and really generous portions. I returned last night for the evening menu with my husband and good friends. Well what can I say..! Absolutely fabulous food and experience. Mark really knows how to put flavours together and watching him at work in the kitchen preparing our food was superb. With regular menu changes and the option to adapt for particular dietary requirements it’s an experience not to missed. We will be returning again soon. Staff were also lovely and friendly and very attentive explaining what each dish was. We are so lucky to have this quality of restaurant and food all locally sourced in our home town.
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In June 2021, Flyer49549297125 said about Base Restaurant by Elite Dining
Had a delicious 7 course set meal here on Saturday night. The food was out of this world and everything was so tasty. The staff were really friendly and efficient. The head chef came to chat to each table at the end which was a nice touch. You can watch all the food being prepared too which is good. Definitely 10/10. Would highly recommend and we can’t wait to return very soon.
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In June 2021, MIchelle T said about Base Restaurant by Elite Dining
What a fabulous place to eat, absolutely outstanding food in a lovely, relaxed atmosphere. Staff are also great! Worth a visit for their taster menu.
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In June 2021, 664hayleyd said about Base Restaurant by Elite Dining
We enjoyed a fab selection of the mix and match dishes all of which tasted amazing. There was 4 of us and we ordered 9 dishes in total which was more than enough. Ribs, chicken wings, prawns, cauliflower chickpea curry and more!
Super tasty, really fresh and lovely friendly service. Highly recommended
Super tasty, really fresh and lovely friendly service. Highly recommended
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In June 2021, judithsA7968HH said about Base Restaurant by Elite Dining
The meal at Base Restaurant tonight was superb in every way, 7 excellent courses, each one so tasty and individual, excellent atmosphere, and lovely staff. Cannot fault anything. Well done Mark and your wonderful team.
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In June 2021, YogicBear said about Base Restaurant by Elite Dining
Very pleased to have found this restaurant for a Friday night dinner. It operates with a single service and a set menu (but they were happy to provide me a vegetarian alternative to the meat and fish dishes - my partner had the regular menu, hence the steak in the photo).
The open kitchen meant we could see the final stages of cooking and serving, which added an extra level of anticipation as dishes were compiled. Base gave us fine dining with some fancy, cheffy touches but (importantly!) nothing that felt like the idea was better than the execution: the flavours were great and the combinations well-matched. On our visit, the highlight on a night of high standards was the white onion and summer truffle broth, with a thyme and parmesan crouton (I'd advised them that my vegetarianism doesn't extend to only eating vegetarian cheese, so the parmesan was fine by me). A lighter (and beef-stock-free) take on French onion soup, there was savoury depth to complement the sweetness of the onion, with the truffle underlining things rather than scribbling all over them as can happen if it is used with too-heavy a hand.
Service was excellent, both friendly and attentive. The pacing of the evening felt just right too - no mean feat when every table gets its next course at the same time. Good luck to Mark and his team as the enter their second year at Base - I'm looking forward to visiting again when I next come over to Cumbria.
The open kitchen meant we could see the final stages of cooking and serving, which added an extra level of anticipation as dishes were compiled. Base gave us fine dining with some fancy, cheffy touches but (importantly!) nothing that felt like the idea was better than the execution: the flavours were great and the combinations well-matched. On our visit, the highlight on a night of high standards was the white onion and summer truffle broth, with a thyme and parmesan crouton (I'd advised them that my vegetarianism doesn't extend to only eating vegetarian cheese, so the parmesan was fine by me). A lighter (and beef-stock-free) take on French onion soup, there was savoury depth to complement the sweetness of the onion, with the truffle underlining things rather than scribbling all over them as can happen if it is used with too-heavy a hand.
Service was excellent, both friendly and attentive. The pacing of the evening felt just right too - no mean feat when every table gets its next course at the same time. Good luck to Mark and his team as the enter their second year at Base - I'm looking forward to visiting again when I next come over to Cumbria.
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In June 2021, AprilLizzie21 said about Base Restaurant by Elite Dining
This is the second time we have visited for the evening Fixed Menu and once again, we did not leave disappointed.
The food was amazing and Mark was brilliant, checking for allergies and making sure I had access to the Veggie menu when asked for it when we booked.
When we arrived 1830, we were seated quickly and in full view of the open kitchen so you can see your food being cooked and what's happening behind the scenes - it's very theatrical, unique and good fun for the diner!
The drinks menu features a vast array of local beers and spirits plus a good selection of softs for those who prefer something nin-alcoholic. We ordered our drinks and they arrived quickly by the same lovely Waitress who served us last time we visited.
It was a lovely atmosphere as we sat waiting for 'the show' to begin.
At 1900(ish) Mark and Team begin to prepare the first dish of the Fixed Menu. It's really interesting to watch all the hard work and accuracy that goes into the dishes they make and so the night begins...
We happily chatted between ourselves, while watching Mark and his Team cook. The Waitresses were lovely and very attentive - nothing was too much trouble.
The food was amazing, creative and just so tasty!
This time we visited, Base had produced a Cheese and Biscuits Menu where you could also choose from a selection of Port and Dessert Wines that you could order as an extra with your coffees. We were too stuffed from the meal but some tables around us ordered and that looked delicious.
We left full, happy and incredibly relaxed after a very enjoyable evening.
As always a fantastic experience and once again, thanks Mark and Team for a brilliant night!!
We highly recommend a visit - you will not be disappointed!
The food was amazing and Mark was brilliant, checking for allergies and making sure I had access to the Veggie menu when asked for it when we booked.
When we arrived 1830, we were seated quickly and in full view of the open kitchen so you can see your food being cooked and what's happening behind the scenes - it's very theatrical, unique and good fun for the diner!
The drinks menu features a vast array of local beers and spirits plus a good selection of softs for those who prefer something nin-alcoholic. We ordered our drinks and they arrived quickly by the same lovely Waitress who served us last time we visited.
It was a lovely atmosphere as we sat waiting for 'the show' to begin.
At 1900(ish) Mark and Team begin to prepare the first dish of the Fixed Menu. It's really interesting to watch all the hard work and accuracy that goes into the dishes they make and so the night begins...
We happily chatted between ourselves, while watching Mark and his Team cook. The Waitresses were lovely and very attentive - nothing was too much trouble.
The food was amazing, creative and just so tasty!
This time we visited, Base had produced a Cheese and Biscuits Menu where you could also choose from a selection of Port and Dessert Wines that you could order as an extra with your coffees. We were too stuffed from the meal but some tables around us ordered and that looked delicious.
We left full, happy and incredibly relaxed after a very enjoyable evening.
As always a fantastic experience and once again, thanks Mark and Team for a brilliant night!!
We highly recommend a visit - you will not be disappointed!
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In July 2021, Simon B said about Base Restaurant by Elite Dining
We were so delighted by the quality of the food here. Hoping it is a great success. They deserve it.
Source: tripadvisor.co.uk