Local Reviews
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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In November 2019, Karen N said about The Fox at Bulmer Tye
Delighted that The Fox has re-opened and that the food is of such good quality. We visited for lunch and were very happy with the set menu that was on offer. There was a pleasing selection at every course, the food was beautifully presented and very enjoyable. The complimentary bread was very welcome. Staff were friendly and helpful. It was very busy, with a good atmosphere. We’ll definitely be back!
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In December 2016, JUNE C said about The Secret Garden Cafe, Wine Bar & Restaurant
Fabulous food, service, atmosphere and surroundings. Fine dining has come to Sudbury.
This new wine bar and restaurant has added a new dimension to the Secret Garden.
This new wine bar and restaurant has added a new dimension to the Secret Garden.
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In December 2016, Atomic188 said about The Secret Garden Cafe, Wine Bar & Restaurant
The recently opened Secret Garden Restaurant a few doors from the same owners established Cafe seems to be what the area needed. Fine dining at a level hard to find in the area.
Staff are knowlegeable and the menu sensibly offers a modest choice of excellent dishes, the feeling you are dining in a good French restaurant comes through in the food and service.
No longer will we who live close to Sudbury have to travel 20+ miles for a really fine meal in charming surroundings.
Thus far we have experienced an evening meal and a lunch, both were excellent.
Well done and keep it up.
Staff are knowlegeable and the menu sensibly offers a modest choice of excellent dishes, the feeling you are dining in a good French restaurant comes through in the food and service.
No longer will we who live close to Sudbury have to travel 20+ miles for a really fine meal in charming surroundings.
Thus far we have experienced an evening meal and a lunch, both were excellent.
Well done and keep it up.
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In December 2016, summerrambler said about The Secret Garden Cafe, Wine Bar & Restaurant
We had previously used the Secret Garden cafe and were keen to try their new venture when it opened. We had a really good 3 course lunch with excellent wine (recommended by the staff). The food was beautifully cooked and presented and the portion size was just right. The staff were friendly and attentive. The building itself is full of historic character. All in all a splendid lunch.
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In December 2016, BrowningCJ said about The Secret Garden Cafe, Wine Bar & Restaurant
For years the Secret Garden has been serving evening dinner on Fridays and Saturdays. Now with the acquisition of Buzzard's Hall next door, it has translated that service to finer surroundings with the food and service stepping up to the plate accordingly. We had a splendid dinner of wild boar - the lady having langoustine tartare as starter, venison pte for me. All as delightful and competently executed as before.
Quality of course comes at a price and while the move has led to an inevitable increase in the prices to reflect the surroundings (the dinners in the original building had been a real steal) the experience overall is well worth it and prices still remain slightly below what one might expect to pay for similar quality elsewhere in West Suffolk.
Quality of course comes at a price and while the move has led to an inevitable increase in the prices to reflect the surroundings (the dinners in the original building had been a real steal) the experience overall is well worth it and prices still remain slightly below what one might expect to pay for similar quality elsewhere in West Suffolk.
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In December 2016, Jaysee47 said about The Secret Garden Cafe, Wine Bar & Restaurant
The Secret Garden's Buzzard's Hall in Sudbury offers a quality dining experience that successfully combines the upmarket with the unpretentious.
Staff are friendly, professional and attentive.The menu describes the options clearly and the dishes chosen by every member of our group were all rated highly. Presentation, attention to detail and delicious food were appreciated by us all. There is a good range of wines on the list. We will return.
Staff are friendly, professional and attentive.The menu describes the options clearly and the dishes chosen by every member of our group were all rated highly. Presentation, attention to detail and delicious food were appreciated by us all. There is a good range of wines on the list. We will return.
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