Local Reviews
In October 2016, SheffieldMarshall said about The Secret Garden Cafe, Wine Bar & Restaurant
Small, personal and interesting place to eat (brunch, lunch or evening meal). Soon to expand into the listed building next door, for added attraction (and more space). We didn't book for lunch, but you'd best book for evening meal. It's popular and locals regularly eat and meet there. Slightly disappointed by the pan roasted duck breast and salad - not much salad and the duck was not nicely sliced but diced (so could have been anything). Also, heavily spiced with either choritzo or paprika. Failed, I'd say. Also, the Tartiflette was not as we expected it to be. Firstly, you cannot cook it (or warm it up under a grill). Secondly, the potatoes should be sliced not diced and more importantly, it should be rich, creamy and succulent. There was no sign of cream and no sign of onion. The bacon was just slices of back bacon laid on top - it should be cut up and integrated with the rest of the ingredients. Failed, again, I'd say.
The home made quince and plum dessert with yoghurt sorbet was a triumph. Well done. Would we return, if we were in Sudbury again .... yes, because the food promised to be better and the atmosphere was very good - relaxed, jovial/friendly.
The home made quince and plum dessert with yoghurt sorbet was a triumph. Well done. Would we return, if we were in Sudbury again .... yes, because the food promised to be better and the atmosphere was very good - relaxed, jovial/friendly.
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In October 2016, Bootsiereviews said about The Secret Garden Cafe, Wine Bar & Restaurant
Met with a friend to catch up over lunch, I'd never been to the secret Garden before, but highly recommend it. Its popular and i think its due to its non standard menu. If you want jacket potatoes or bloomer sandwiches then there's plenty of other establishments to choose from!
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In November 2016, Linda M said about The Secret Garden Cafe, Wine Bar & Restaurant
The Secret Garden in Sudbury is probably my favourite restaurant anywhere, ever - and having just been to their new location next door, I don't think that's going to change! The style is French cuisine using fresh local seasonal produce and they consistently deliver perfectly matched plates of food, and will recommend perfect wines to accompany all dishes. I'm in awe of their knowledge of food and wine; you'll never be disappointed! The Secret Garden is also very welcoming with friendly but professional service at all times.
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In March 2019, Kim Elflain said about The Crown, Hartest
Amazing, food and service 10 out of 10, will be visiting again.
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In April 2019, Tom Murray said about The Crown, Hartest
Lovely country pub super yummy 😋 food great garden fun for kids and grown ups.
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In April 2019, Adam Rosser said about The Crown, Hartest
Excellent food and a very welcoming atmosphere.
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In April 2019, Jackie Byrnand said about The Crown, Hartest
Had to wait a long time for the food, but it was lovely when it came!
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In April 2019, OlyK said about The Crown, Hartest
Absolutely divine food, the menu is original, tantalising and creative. The dishes themselves are incredible - 10/10. Lovely surroundings, excellent service and seriously mind melting flavours
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In November 2019, VHeather said about The Fox at Bulmer Tye
The staff are really helpful and friendly, the whole setup seemed really promising when we arrived but it was all rather underwhelming.
There was one vegetarian choice on the main menu plus another on the specials board which was quite disappointing when compared to the two different types of steak on the main menu. I ordered the mushroom & quinoa burger which was large, but was just quite mushy, lacked flavour and really would have been better accompanied by some salad to freshen the experience up.
The beer didn't seem to be very well kept which is disappointing for a somewhere so closely associated with a brewery, my husband had an upset stomach the next day.
I'm a pudding person, but the unimaginative options available mean that we left and went to our favourite pub for dessert instead.
There was one vegetarian choice on the main menu plus another on the specials board which was quite disappointing when compared to the two different types of steak on the main menu. I ordered the mushroom & quinoa burger which was large, but was just quite mushy, lacked flavour and really would have been better accompanied by some salad to freshen the experience up.
The beer didn't seem to be very well kept which is disappointing for a somewhere so closely associated with a brewery, my husband had an upset stomach the next day.
I'm a pudding person, but the unimaginative options available mean that we left and went to our favourite pub for dessert instead.
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In November 2019, annemJ4848NU said about The Fox at Bulmer Tye
Good food and nice atmosphere. Glad it is open again after being shut a while. New owners but same quality food. You can book now too. So to avoid disappointment I would book especially for busy times like Saturday night or Sunday lunch.
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