Heverlee 0623
Heverlee 0623

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Roger Tolley

2 months ago

A birthday meal to remember. A real surprise and a long hoped for treat to visit this acclaimed venue. The two of us were greeted nicely and offered any table of our choice. Clearly there is some type of booking arrangement going on that customers aren't supposed to understand. When booking we were told only tables available were at 6.30 for a two hour slot. That's fine but when being shown the dining room it was empty bar two tables. Anyway, that said, we made our choice, and a menu and drinks menu were delivered. We were offered water (still or sparkling) although we asked for tap water as this inevitably doesn't come in a bottle or with a charge! The menu covered pretty much every aspect of dietary requirements and potential allergies were explored with us by waiting staff. If you are looking for cheap and cheerful, go to a Hungry Horse, so our choice of this venue came with high expectations in view that it isn't cheap. With so much to choose from we decided to select our meal from the starters menu (so a mezze or tapas type dinner). We chose five plates, two to come first and the last three to come separately, later. Olives and sourdough. Kalamata olives with garlic and beautiful bread. Strong malt taste complimented soft and juicy olives. Excellent. Smoked mackerel pate with salad leaves and warm bread. Just smooth and lovely. Not too strong but full of flavour. Then we waited and waited. We waited for 35 long minutes for the next three dishes. No staff to question. Bare in mind the reservation was time bound but as no one else seemed to worry we enjoyed the location. The dishes (not complicated ones at all) then arrived. They were delicious and our staff made every effort to facilitate sharing plates. Scallops in hazelnut butter. Rich, beautifully prepared and presented and as a starter, three shells was sufficient. Sardines (chargrilled) with squash puree. Be advised, heads on and bones in, so not for squeamish. Sauce was lovely, puree smooth and a real compliment to the nicely grilled fish. Half a pint of prawns. Don't expect half a pint of peeled, defrosted, prawn cocktail type things. These were 5 shell on, big boys with the most delicious mayonnaise with sourdough bread. Totally and wholly recommend any of these dishes. Absolutely every mouthful had a different texture, flavour. A really fantastic taste experience. Dessert? We tried the sticky toffee pudding and asked that the clotted cream be change for vanilla ice-cream. It arrived with cream but this was quickly rectified. Again another triumph. Wonderful taste and it finished a tremendous culinary experience and a really enjoyable evening. The restaurant is dog friendly and although this will be a bonus for many, no restrictions on bark tendancies, size or cleanliness of the pet were apparently checked prior to arrival. Visit at your own risk if other people's dogs at or near your table is a problem. All in all food superb; front of house staff friendly and efficient, decor clean and bright and modern; toilets clean and modern; Menu options fairly extensive, value for money? I'd say, just about, BUT as many others have observed, 12.5% service charge? It takes it over the edge of sense in a market where hospitality is claiming it is struggling. Make your own minds up but do it with your eyes open.

Jan Franklin

2 months ago

We visited for my daughter in law's birthday while on holiday in Padstow. Have loved coming here before and our visit lived up to expectations. Friendly servers and delicious food. A very enjoyable experience . Thank you. 😊

Tim Branchett

3 months ago

This is our second time visiting the Cornish Arms. We have been to several Rick Stein restaurants and unfortunately this is the one that leaves us the most disappointed. Last year the food was really good but the service was extremely slow. This year we emailed in advance to ask about the vegan menu and we're told there would be several options. Again the service was painfully slow, especially given it wasn't busy and the staff were constantly stood around chatting. The roast dinners were impressive and good value. Unfortunately the vegan option was the vegetarian option minus cauliflower cheese, yorkshire pudding and the mashed swede but still for the same price which makes it poor value. The vegan desserts were just sorbet for £7.95 which isn't worth it. Tried to pay online to save time as was taking so long to pay but you couldn't remove the tip. Ended up paying the tip as they came to the table with the card machine and the amount already typed in including the tip. Good food but poor value and choices for vegans despite checking prior to arrival and extremely slow service.

George Lea

3 months ago

Sorry but the topside was the worst we have been presented with for a very long time. Over cooked and portions sliced on a machine!!!!! It looked as though it had been sliced the previous day and re generated in water. On a positive note we had a nice selection of well cooked vegetables. Desserts were distinctly average and looked frozen. The service was friendly but not £18 worth. All in all not value for money. Sorry

Marina Wilson

4 months ago

Myself and some friends visiting from France had lunch here. There was 7 of us with 3 dogs. We hadn’t booked but we were so well looked after. Food and service was fantastic. A special shout out to waitress Kirsty who spoke French and was amazing!! Second time I’ve been and will be back on my next Cornish holiday. Staff are just so lovely.

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Heverlee 0623
Heverlee 0623