Reviews in Blackburn

Today myself and 3 others went to the windmill, it was great, fab food, so many choices, the staff were bob on, we all really enjoyed our meal, the new owners have made some fab changes and we'll defo be going again, I really hope it stays as good as it is now , ill defo be spreading the word .

Staff and Chef/Prop here, just super, from first contact. Wine list superb. However the food on Christmas Eve was desperately average, starting with the deeply ordinary and slightly stale bread, and finishing with the uninspired, chilly, cheese. Overcooked scallop on almost solid risotto. Industrial tasting BBQ type sauce with otherwise perfectly cooked fillet. Sub-Delia chicken dish. Should be noted that Chef/Prop was not in the kitchen. Also detail.....bulbs out in wall and centre lighting of restaurant. Towels for one, not two in the otherwise excellent room. Slapdash and noisy kitchen at breakfast. However, as I say, staff and owners treated us royally.

I have dined here about 4 times and have enjoyed the food everytime.We are going on New Years Eve,having rung round numerous places only to find that their special menus ranged from £30.-£50 pounds.We just want good honest food at good honest prices and I'm sure that's what we will get at he Traders.

Originally found this restaurant on Sugarvine and visited several times since, I only live in nearby Oswaldtwistle and didn't know they were here. The food was fantastic and the staff so attentive. There are so many Indian Restaurant's out there to choose from but I don't think I need to look any further. Thanks guys keep up the good work.

We visited Yu and You on the 4th December for my birthday. We decided to visit following numerous recommendations and the well publicised Gordon Ramsey competition win. To say that we were unimpressed would be an understatement ! now don't get me wrong the food was fine, but that was all it was. I just expected so much more, it tasted and was presented like all the other chinese restaurants that I had previously visited. The atmosphere was lively but this was good as it was a Saturday night and we had been informed that this occurs and was normal. The service was poor and we had to wait at least 30 minutes for our mains and when we ordered drinks these always took too long to arrive. If I was asked whether I would recommend this to anybody else I would simply say to them. "its a pricey Chinese restaurant and you could pick a number of other better value for money options"

Absolutely amazing, it used to be good when it was the giant's plate. Now it's even better! Great food and wonderful salad bar. We're from Southport but whenever we're in Preston we make the short 4mile drive and have a great lunch. Definitely worth a visit.

We went to Northcote for my birthday and it was fantastic. The staff were excellent and the food was superb. The Apple Trifle, Lemon Choc Ice doesn't sound special, but is highly recommended!! Can't wait to find an excuse to visit again.

Parts of the meal were amazing and parts very disappointing. Not for vegetarians as there are only two starters to choose from and only fish of the day for non meat eaters. Forage soup was tasteless green water and although the fish was cooked well the care and attention that was paid to the meat dishes was not lavished on the fish that was served with green beans and two pieces of cold uncooked brocolli. The pre starter of goats cheese and beetroot sorbet and the desserts were excellent. Sorry Nigel, I think you're missing an opportunity by not including more non meat dishes.

Came here a few week ago with my husband at lunchtime> we shared a tapas meal for 2 which was more than plenty and it was excellent> place was really clean and the staff was really lovely and polite , the chef actually came out of the kitchen and explained what everything was on our tapas plate. Definitely going again soon

Went to the Clog and Billycock for lunch today. I have been there before and have previously enjoyed the food. However, they have now changed the menu for Sunday and the choice is now slightly limited. I understand that on Sunday the chefs have more to contend with now they make a Sunday lunch but the choice is now disappointing. My partner was looking forward to pork which was on their website as the main for Sunday lunch. On viewing the menu we found it was actually lamb and they had not updated their website correctly. He eventually chose the hotpot which was a bit soupy. As a vegetarian I looked at the menu and wanted to walk out-I wish I had now. The choice was a massive cheese and onion pie that would serve 4 people but is meant to serve 1 person or a summer vegetable salad. Having eaten my breakfast quite late I opted for the salad. The salad was average with a few chunks of cheese, a few pieces of fennel, courgette and red onion with some cherry tomatoes and masses of salad leaves with dressing which basically just tasted like greenery and would have cost about £5 in any other restaurant instead of the £8.95 I paid. It would be nice to have a couple more options like the grilled mushroom they used to do at their sister pub 'the three fishes' and the fritters they do from Mon to Sat. It's fair to say I will no be going back as I feel I could have made better at home.

Rubbish service don't ask to see the chef he wasn't in ????????

I went here on Wednesday night to celebrate my birthday. The place itself is very impressive & the service is excellent. I know Gordon Ramsay recently voted it the best Chinese 2010 & to be totally honest I expected a lot more. We all ordered our food, i requested the wagu beef (which they didn't have, but did inform us that from the Friday coming it will be on the menu. for that reason i will be returning) The cocktail menu looked very good even though we did all opt for a bottle of the chablis. For starters me and my Boyfriend had the Hors d'oeuvre which were very tasty. My Parents had the Scallops which also looked nice. For the Mains I had the Fillet Steak Cantonese Style, this was superb (well worth a try). My boyfriend had the Chicken and Cashew Nuts & from what he said it sounded excellent. Before I even arrived at the restaurant I knew what I wanted for dessert, the Strawberry Samosas & unfortunately they didn't match the expectations that I had for them ( this doesn't mean they weren't nice because they were, but they weren't what I expected. ) My overall View for this restaurant is go and try it. The food is good the service is excellent & then restaurant itself is stunning. Thankyou

Fantastic food, fantastic drinks, fantastic restaurant! Celebrated our wedding anniversary here and we couldn't have wished for a nicer evening. Had the platter for 2 which was really tasty and even managed a sweet (after a break)! Flambayed rum & pineapple enjoyed by hubby and I had apple and pineapple crumble with custard which was lovely and fresh. Would defiitely recommend this restaurant to anyone who appreciates good food. Owners Dave & Janet were brilliant - a top night. Hope to go back very soon.

I spent my wedding day and night at Northcote Manor in 2008. The food is amazing, the service is fantastic and they really do make you feel special. So much so that my husband and I went back for afternoon tea, evening meal and overnight stay for our anniversary in 2009 and the same in 2010. My bridesmaid also came along and played gooseberry as she didn't want to miss out! Definitely one of the best places we've been. Sarah.

Great evening. Great food, Great Hospitality. Many thanks for what I can only say is the best food in the area. Tried many places very local and beyond but none live up to the quality and value for money as yourselves. We will be back. SOON. THANKYOU.

One word...WOW! I'm a well travelled person who enjoys a good meal - especially far eastern cuisine. I was recommended this restaurant by a friend who lives local whilst passing through and his recommendation was very greatly received. I have been to the Hakkasan and Kai in London, two Michelin starred Chinese restaurants, and Yu & You in my eyes could quite easily hold their own against them. From the warm welcome, Cocktail selection, to the service and obviously the food - just a breath of fresh air. I honestly do not understand the negative comments previously written. Yes it is a dark restaurant but that creates an intimate setting, the music is modern but quite chilled, I would say an Ibiza chillout vibe. The service of the staff was fantastic, polite, friendly and knowledgeable. I started with the Hot & Sour soup, had a nice tingle to it and full of flavour. I then had the Tempura Squid and a Dim Sum Platter - The squid was cooked perfectly in a lovely batter and the Dim Sum platter just delicious! For the main course I decided to have Steamed Seabass and boiled rice. The Seabass just melted in your mouth and as just devine. Overall a very pleasant experience, I would highly recommend this restaurant and I will be sure to visit again next time I'm in the area.

My brother came to stay last week and we decided to take the olds for a meal out. He suggested eating here and we all said we didn't want to go because it would be to expensive for lunch, after a bit of convincing we decided to go and what a pleasant surprise. We had lunch in the conservatory for a very reasonable price i must say and it was delicious. The olds got the small fish and chips and i decided to go for the regular fish and chips which i couldn't finish but it was delicious. I would definitely go again and may i just add what a lovely and beautiful surrounding, the gardens the reception and everything just blew me away. Fantastic.

This evening we ate a damn tasty, perfectly cooked, large portion, nicely priced excellent variety of caribbean food. The friendly staff made us feel at ease instantly and the perfect surroundings with Bob playing, . . Oh wotta night!!!! We will be recommending and going again soon.