The Golden Retriever

Sue E.

February 6, 2023 • 1 review

10/10

Couldn’t fault it ! We will definitely be returning another time ????????!

RICHARD L.

January 5, 2023 • 1 review

9/10

A very nice meal and very attentive and helpful service. One problem: the lighting (it was lunch time) is very dim. It may be OK for young people with good eyesight, but is not for individuals of my generation (and another customer was complaining about it). I had to use the light on my phone to read clearly. Please turn it up!

Tony M.

December 9, 2022 • 1 review

9/10

Always a lovely ambience enhanced by the log fires. Great service for the traditional Christmas turkey lunch. The food was plentiful and good quality. The only negative was the food temperature which was not hot enough.

Gregory W.

June 21, 2022 • 1 review

10/10

Excellent food and good service. Lovely atmosphere and environment. Thanks to all at the Golden retriever we look forward to seeing you all again soon. Greg and George

Jayne C.

May 16, 2022 • 6 reviews

7/10

We had calamari and it was tasteless very disappointing! Then we had gammon which is usually lovely but it was really salty this time! We didn’t have time to complain otherwise we would have all in all it was a disappointing meal!!!

Diana L.

May 8, 2022 • 1 review

6.5/10

A lot of items on the menu had run out and were unavailable. The vegetables were hard and over cooked.

Jayne C.

May 1, 2022 • 6 reviews

10/10

Amazing place great food and lovely staff

Gowing B.

April 30, 2022 • 10 reviews

6.5/10

This was the second time we have been there recently. On both occasions the starter I wanted was not available. I opted for the prawn and mango cocktail as an alternative. This was very disappointing. A whole bowl of lettuce with a dribble of sauce and half a dozen small prawns. The pork belly with crackling had no crackling, just a soggy mess. Both times we wanted to order a mini dessert. On the first occasion they only had brownies. This time the creme brulee was not available. Our booking was for 6.30pm, so no excuse for running out of food The rest of the food was fine but we won't be rushing back

Jayne C.

April 18, 2022 • 6 reviews

6/10

We had a chicken sandwich with mustard and avocado which sounded lovely but it was dry and awful we waited 45mins for our meal we were in a rush had we no been we would have complained but we didn’t have time unfortunately we go to the restaurant all the time and the food is normally great but not this time!!

Rupa J.

April 16, 2022 • 1 review

8.5/10

Very warm and welcoming staff. We went there with our Golden Retriever and they showered him with all the attention and spoilt him to bits???? The ambience was great, courteous staff, great food ! Reasonably priced , easy booking process - what more would you need ??? 5 Stars from me !!!

Hayley R.

April 15, 2022 • 2 reviews

3.5/10

I had been looking forward to it and booked ahead. It was really busy when we arrived. We got a good seat. They took our drinks order and later took the entre and main meal order. We waited for over 45 minutes for entre and then another hour for main meal. There seemed to a lack of structure to the waiter system and food delivery. The waiter staff were lovely but caught ina nightmare setup. The kitchen catering could not cope with all the people and meals being ordered . I get businesses need to make Money but you need to manage the food to what you can serve realistically. The main meal was over cooked and not edible. We had to stop eating after a couple of bites. The waiter took the order to the manager who apologised. It was so disappointing.

Linda W.

April 5, 2022 • 2 reviews

10/10

Service and food was excellent. Been to the Golden Retriever before many times, and never been disappointed. Bit of a downside on this particular occasion, though, while we were still seated at our table, a staff meeting was being set up in the area we were still in. Staff did apologise and hoped we weren't feeling rushed. Luckily, we had been thinking of leaving anyway, but did feel awkward about the situation. We'll still come back!

Sarah P.

March 20, 2022 • 1 review

9/10

We had a lovely Sunday meal here, great value, and great service. It was quite late since we had been out for the day so was expecting a reduce level of service but was very impressed with the quality and service. Thank you.

Wendy Y.

March 20, 2022 • 1 review

10/10

Fantastic service and really tasty food. Lovely atmosphere. Nothing was too much trouble for the staff. 10/10 Will definitely return and this time we will try the outside dining area.

Nicola M.

March 9, 2022 • 1 review

9/10

Welcomed straight away and shown to our seats with a friendly reception A lovely ambience Our waitress Pauline was so friendly and helpful Especially with helping with choosing a gluten free meal. She was very understanding Her service was outstanding The food arrived in good time and was very tasty We, as four friends catching up had a lovely evening Thank you

Paula J.

February 26, 2022 • 2 reviews

9.5/10

Food was a little slow in arriving but delicious .. ambience spoiled a little by some rather aggressive complainers on the next table. Staff as ever were friendly and a delight

Ann C.

February 14, 2022 • 6 reviews

10/10

Great food excellent service from very friendly staff

Paula J.

February 11, 2022 • 2 reviews

8/10

Food was well cooked and beautifully presented. Service was excellent. Wine list could do with updating but all in all a lovely night out. Woukd recommend for couples or families

Clair G.

February 6, 2022 • 1 review

4/10

We haven’t been to the Golden Retriever for a long time but we’re looking forward to it as it has always been a favorite. We were to disappointed, portions were smaller, prices were higher and staff were quite frankly rude. Left feeling like I had been ripped off. Won’t be going back and certainly won’t be recommending like I always have done.

Ann C.

January 20, 2022 • 6 reviews

10/10

Love this place , great food , excellent staff always friendly and welcoming