Reviews in Bolton

shocking staff inexperienced and lifeless food menu good but food not good really unimpressed...

I visited here with friends four friends last night for the first time (we previously have been loads of times and enjoyed in when it was Baroccos) The refurbishment was excellent and much needed and the food was fine (not fantastic) but enjoyable apart from my starter brushetta with goats cheese as the brushetta was burnt. As soon as we arrived we ordered a bottle of Sauvignon Blanc as we do in all the restaurants we visit monthly when we meet up. We ordered a second bottle at the table but they had run out and offered us a bottle of rose Prosecco instead which was lovely and refreshing. My complaints about the restaurant are: There was no gap between courses - the garlic bread arrived with the starter followed by the main course with no time lapse and the next thing we were being asked about sweets. The young staff must have asked us about seven times how are evening went and by 10:00 they were clearing up behind us drying and clattering all the knives and forks and obviously anxious to get rid of us. So as we are used to our relaxing evenings locally at the former Baroccos, Toby Inn Edgworth, San Marino Belmont, Budda Lounge Ramsbottom, this was not the case. The bill, we couldn't believe - it was extortionate for what we had as two of us just ate pasta. It came to over £30 per head and we had only had two bottles of wine. Normally we drink at least four or five for that price and are left to chill and relax. The Sauvignon Blanc was priced at an amazing £20 per bottle and the Prosecco £18. The mark up on these nice but average wines was way too much and the young staff clearly wanted to leave early - so we were left very much disappointed and will be sticking to our regular haunts from now on - which is a shame as it is very local.

Brilliant! We had a really lovely meal here on Tuesday 16 August 2011 and we thought it was well worth a recommendation. The restaurant looks very plain from the outside but don't be put off by this; the inside is pleasant, modern with nice fittings, lighting etc. We had a nice booth seat with a circular table we thought was nice. The menu is traditional Indian food with some special dishes included. For starters we had poppadoms, chutneys, a mixed starter and onion bhajis. The onion bhajis were enormous and would hardly fit on the plate. What I liked was that they were crispy and had no soggy bits of onion inside them. We also especially liked one of the chutneys the starters came with it was a red sweet and sour concoction - I could have eaten the whole pot! All of the starter food was delicious, hot, spicy and nicely presented. The starters came with fresh salad and lemon. For the main course we had a tandoori shaslick with salad, lamb madras, vegetable curry sauce, plain rice and chips. We were really impressed with the quality of the food. The meat was fantastic with no stringy bits and the madras sauce was really tasty. The portions were LARGE. We gave the meal 10/10. I would add that the service was nice and friendly and I had house wine with my meal which was nice and very drinkable. There were two of us and the meal came to under £40 which we thought was very reasonable given what we had! Helen

Great food, great atmosphere, live music on Tuesday night. A little gem! A great all rounder.

This restaurant (previously Madison's) is now under new management and is an Indian Restaurant. The staff and service are great and there are some really great dishes to try. They also do Thali, (a bit like tapas), so you can try a selection of different dishes.

Not impressed. Visited when it first re-opened and was very impressed so I decided to take my dad for his birthday yesterday. The starter took over an hour to arrive and was of very 'standard' quality, the main courses again very 'standard' sausage & mash is literally just that - oh and a small amount of lumpy gravy - no vegetables. Dry potatoes, clearly boiled to within an inch of their lives! The menu's were photocopied sheets of paper, the toilets were untidy, tissue everywhere, empty toilet rolls etc. I think this place has gone drastically down hill which is a shame, staff seem like they cant be bothered - on the whole not a very pleasant experience!

Good food good service and I could have sworn Robert de Nero was walking about ? Maybe too much of the house red can't wait for the next visit

I often go to La Roma for lunch with my friend and it's always an enjoyable experience. The staff are very polite and welcoming and the menu is very varied. Everything is of the highest standard and you get the impression that you matter as a customer. No one is ever hurried, which is a failing of a lot of Italian restaurants. I recommend La Roma to everyone...go try!!

Visited for the first time one lunchtime last week and had a really enjoyable meal. The staff were very attentive and nothing was too much trouble. I like the way the wine bar and restaurant are separate areas so that you can go for a drink or a meal or both. We will definitely be returning soon.

By far the BEST Indian in Bolton. Fantastic choice of food, wine and cocktails. The service is great and valet parking is a nice touch. Lunch menu includes curry, rice, nan bread and a soft drink for a fiver. You can't beat it!

Ate here yesterday with four work colleagues had a lovely lunchtime meal and fantastic service. Thank You

I have been to Baci on many occasions and this is our favorite restaurant by far not only is the food very tasty its also great value for money, the staff are always very friendly and polite.

I visited Sottovento for the first time since it changed hands on 18th June 2011 for my hen night. The food was delicious, the service excellent and the atmosphere just right. The personal attention we received was perfect - attentive, but not overly so. The staff brought me a profiterole with a candle in to celebrate my impending wedding and when we stated to the new owner how pleased we were with the meal and the whole evening and that we would all leave him a lovely review, he brought our party free liqueurs! A thoroughly enjoyable evening was had by the whole party and we have all stated that we would revisit on an individual basis. Highly recommended!

Excellent restaurant we visit a few times a month and have never been disappointed. Stef and all the staff are very friendly and nothing is too much trouble. All the dishes on the menu are very tasty and good size portions. Only wish we could come more often. Would definitely recommend to anyone to try you will not be disappointed.

We ate here recently, the atmosphere was fabulous, the service was excellent and the food was authentic and highly recommended. In particular, the staff didn't rush us away from the table which is often the case in other establishments. Excellent. Looking forward to re-visiting!

We have visited La Roma numerous times and have thoroughly enjoyed each visit. The staff are very welcoming and accommodating, food is of a very high standard and wines are excellent. Our particular favourites have to be the pork fillet (which is by far one of the tastiest meals we've ever eaten) and the chicken livers.

went Friday night excellent food ,polite staff sensible priced would recommend

We go to La Roma fairly often because we're fortunate enough to live within walking distance. I can't recommend it highly enough. The staff are always friendly, the atmospheres great and above all the food is fantastic. P.S If you like fish, try the whitebait starter when its on the specials board...