Reviews in Chesterfield

We had previously booked afternoon tea for 4 people for our anniversary. We were not disappointed. The table was decorated beautifully and the food was delicious. We didn't feel rushed and everything arrived in a timely manner. This is our third afternoon tea at Renishaw and they have never disappointed. The staff are friendly but unobtrusive which made for a relaxed enjoyable afternoon. Looking forward to the next one.

We visited Renishaw Gardens and Cafe on the 16th May for my mums birthday. We found Phil at the visitors centre very welcoming and helpful, I am a wheelchair user and he took the time to show us the accessible routes on the map. The gardens were great however the weather was wet so we didn’t spend too long in the gardens we will be back when the weather turns warmer. We had afternoon tea at the cafe and the table was decorated lovely, the food was delicious and all the staff were very friendly. It was a lovely experience which I would recommend .

Book a table with friends and wasn’t disappointed. Food was prompt and very tasty. There was a good variety of food , and caters for all kinds of dietary needs. Staff were polite and friendly. Will be visiting again.

We enjoyed an excellent visit to the wonderful gardens at Renishaw Hall. We also ate at the Garden Cafe twice, lunch and tea and cake later. Our lunch reservation had been lost somehow. From reading other reviews there seems to be a disconnection between the sugarvine thing and the staff in the restaurant. We were not deterred by the long queue to order food, but an operational audit of the order process could achieve some improvements. Food was excellent, service great.

I booked a table for lunch online which was easy to do. We arrived and it was quite chaotic as I tried to speak to someone on the staff to inform them that we were here and had booked a table. It took a while to get a member of staff to see us or hear us as I was trying to be noticed. Eventually someone saw us but couldn’t find our booking as it had been online but they just had a bit of paper with names on it. Another lady on the staff said she hadn’t got access to the laptop to check our booking but took us to a table anyway. After looking at the menu I went to the counter to order but was beaten to the queue by a table of 10 ladies who all had to order individually as well as other people in the queue. I turned round and went to my husband and we decided to leave it. I informed a member of staff who was lovely and apologised. We went on our walk round the gardens and returned to the cafe to see if it was quieter which it was by then. We ordered our choices but it took ages as there was clearly staffing issues as the member of staff didn’t know the menu or the toll system so well and had to check in the kitchen whether they were still serving and still had what we wanted. The food came quite quickly which was great as we were quite hungry having had to delay our lunch. It was all lovely, very fresh , well presented and well cooked. We spoke to the waitress who I had previously spoken to about leaving earlier and she said they were short staffed but also weren’t allowed to do table service which we thought was the way forward to improve the service here. It is such a shame this can’t be improved as this isn’t the first time I have been caught up in a very long queue at Renishaw. It is painfully slow and inefficient . It is an amazing place and always provides good choice, delicious food and the staff are on the whole friendly.

We really enjoyed our lunch, the food was lovely, the setting was great, the staff were helpful and friendly, the only disappointment was having to queue to order and pay, it would be much better if it was waiter service. Having said that we will definitely return.

Lovely setting for coffee and cake

Had a fabulous breakfast with a friend. Could not fault the food, cooked to perfection and ample portions. The cafe is a lovely place to visit and one of my favourites. The staff are so warm, friendly and welcoming. Can highly recommend a visit.

Lovely fish and chip Friday !!

We booked the table around 4 weeks prior to the day, using the telephone and speaking with a REAL person, who was extremely helpful. The table was booked for Friday the 3rd of May at 12:15. We arrived around 12:00 noon and were greeted by a very nice young Lady, who showed us to our table and offered us the menus. Three of us chose fish and chips, with peas, homemade tartar sauce and bread and butter. Our other friend ordered cheese and onion quiche, with chips and homemade coleslaw. The food arrived really quickly and all four meals within minutes. All the meals were very well presented and were ALL delicious! All four plates were completely empty and we were all full to the brim, noo room for one of the delicious sweets that were on offer. All in all, an excellent lunch in very pleasant surroundings. We will definitely be eating there again and would certainly recommend it to anyone looking to have and enjoyable and delicious meal. *****

First impressions, table looked fantastic how it was laid out and decorated. Was a pleasure to sit at it. Service was friendly and efficient. The food and drink was delicious and well presented. Already making plans to revisit for afternoon teas with friends

I booked a table for 3 for lunch and we were promptly shown to our table. We ordered at the counter and food was brought to our table fairly quickly. The food was tasty and ample portions. We went back for cakes and coffees for dessert. Service was pleasant and helpful. The atmosphere was perfect for friends chatting.

Booked a table for two as a lunch stop whilst visiting the gardens. The cafe was beautifully laid out and the tables set ready for our arrival. We both had the daily quiche with coleslaw, salad and chips and a hot drink. The portion sizes were good and the food quality excellent which represented really good value for money. The staff were very attentive and we were not rushed which all added to a very enjoyable day. We also purchased some cake to take home which was also very nice. I would certainly visit again.

Booked a table for 10 for my mum’s 94th birthday. Visiting Renishaw is an annual ritual on her birthday. Staff had decorated our table with flowers, table decorations and welcome card and banner. It felt really special . Mum was overwhelmed. Staff were really friendly and helpful. Not all lunch food options were available as we had a late lunchtime booking. Recommend booking an earlier time slot. Fully recommend for a special occasion - or just popping in for coffee and cake! The gardens were wonderful too. Thank you to all the staff.

Had a special afternoon tea. It was for a friends birthday, the table looked beautiful, there was a birthday banner, discreetly placed. The food , cakes and Prosecco were really nice. The staff were very attentive. We had a walk round the gardens, which are stunning as the bluebells were all out. A big bonus. My friend really enjoyed her birthday surprise. Highly recommend, will definitely come again. Thankyou Renishall Hall and all the staff.

I had a luxury afternoon tea and it was absolutely delicious, the prosecco was also lovely. The setting in the restaurant is lovely, my table was decorated beautifully. The service was great, lovely efficient and friendly staff. I also went round the gardens, that was so relaxing and peaceful, the gardens looked amazing even though it is still early in the season. Loved every minute, bought for me by my son for my Christmas present and booked on the day it would have been my late husbands birthday, so thoughtful.

Very nice afternoon tea. Lovely little room, table set out nicely. Good selection of finger samdwiches, little quiche and spring roll, scone and little cakes all of a good standard. Reasonably priced for what you get, food is fresh. Would recommend and would visit again. Staff polite and friendly and very apologetic when they got our dietary requirements incorrect. Dietary restrictions This was the only negative of our visit. Booked online and highlighted dietary requirements. Rang the day before our visit to confirm the booking and check they had received our dietary requirements. Unfortunately the food was served and the dietary requirements had been forgotten/overlooked which resulted in the food getting returned

A beautiful table setting for afternoon tea. Food was delicious and staff were smiling and pleasant, although very busy. Extremely correct and efficient at dealing with one guest's allergies. Tiny comment - could have done with a fresh pot of tea, rather than the water just topped up, as the tea was then very weak. That said, a relaxing, delightful afternoon - thank you.