Whether it’s fine dining in Durham, an Italian restaurant in Darlington or an Indian in Hartlepool, Sugarvine has an extensive directory of the best restaurants and places to eat in County Durham, covering every type of cuisine. Use the Sugarvine guide to point you in the direction of the finest eating places in Durham and throughout the county.
Had the most amazing meal last night there . .the service is very friendly,staff couldn't do enough for you ... good size portions and dog friendly too as we had ours with us ....we have been a few times now and never been disappointed...see you next time x
The Farmers Arms – DurhamSunday Lunch, we hadn’t been for a while and to be fair was quite disappointed ☹️ gluten free meal used to have Yorkshire pudding but not anymore! Optional choice of cabarta roll with meat & Roast Potatoes & gravy but very dry, no stuffing with the Pork or Turkey & Roast Potatoes cooked lovely but no taste! Stuffing in a hard square & not very nice, definitely needs some tweaking!
Witton Castle Country Park – Bishop AucklandHad a Sunday lunch, and couldn't fault it, plenty meat and lot's of vegetables along with a large Yorkshire pudding. Lovely atmosphere and staff very attentive, we will definitely return
Farmhouse Dine & Wine – DurhamFantastic Sunday lunch, great service, great food. Best Sunday lunch I have had other than the one I make at home!!!!
Witton Castle Country Park – Bishop AucklandThe Sunday lunch was delicious and all the staff were very friendly, polite and courteous.
Witton Castle Country Park – Bishop Aucklandvery good food, staff are amazing its a must go
Gussto Tapas Bar – DurhamFood was only ok, my partners plate had a massive chip in it he didn’t want to complain, if it had been my plate i would have sent my meal back. Didn’t understand the whole surcharge thing the lad who served us said its because the fish is huge when in fact it wasn’t it was an average sized fish. Rip off charging £3 extra just for chips. Table behind us sent their meal back twice. Very dark in the pub & very dated could do with a lick of paint. Very much doubt we will visit again.
The Farmers Arms – DurhamRather disappointed. I had this place recommended to me but I’m not sure I’ll be back. I had fish and chips, the fish was tasty but the batter was thick and soggy underneath the fish, it hadn’t been properly cooked. It was placed on top of the chips, which led to them being covered in grease and bits of uncooked batter. My husband’s was cooked nicely so maybe I was just unlucky? On the plus side, my paté starter was delicious, as was the panna cotta.
The Farmers Arms – DurhamWe went for the 3 courses for £10 menu. But decided to have the fish and chips each for a further supplement of £5 each and it was worth every penny. Large fish lovely batter.the chips large thick and tasty so that only worked out as £15 each for three courses. Beautiful went home stuffed. Would recommend this no hesitation. We will be regulars looking forward to our next treat. Nice friendly service as well
The Farmers Arms – DurhamFabulous place. Matt was a great host,,the food was lovely..I got tapas,,lovely size portions.
Mateo’s – Castle EdenWe had a lovely lunch at Witton Castle. Beautiful views over looking the grounds, a roaring fire and excellent service.
Witton Castle Country Park – Bishop AucklandVery disappointing. We booked a table for 2 people at noon on a Thursday. If it hadn’t been for an office lunch party of about 12 we would’ve been entirely alone. We were met by a stroppy member of staff (Manager?) followed by a friendly waitress. We both ordered the Farmhouse Club. It was virtually impossible to eat, made up of three x half-inch-thick slices of toasted sourdough, overdone bacon (chicken was fine) - and the hand cut chips! As thick and solid as two fingers (the seasoned fries were fine). Despite this we enjoyed the sticky toffee pudding followed by a liqueur coffee. We asked for some recompense for the disappointing Club so we didn’t get charged for the dessert.
Farmhouse Dine & Wine – DurhamLovely staff great food spot on pub.Could not fault anything a 10 out of 10 from us.Would highly recommend
The Farmers Arms – DurhamAfternoon tea mid week treat. Food was really good and filling not badly priced. Staff were good thanks.
Witton Castle Country Park – Bishop AucklandMe and mam went for a spa day this is our second time and it was absolutely lovely again
Hall Garth Hotel – DarlingtonMy birthday choice of venue. Took three friends who needed to experience this lovely pub. Sunday 31st May. Arrived at noon, ordered main courses and waited and waited. Eventually I asked a member of staff how much longer. He apologised and said there was a table of 15 that came in just before us, hence the delay. The dinners were lovely, although not piping hot but I didn't make an issue as I was so hungry. I loved the ambience created with the pianist. My previous visit was a Monday teatime and the service was much quicker and a fantastic plate of Sunday dinner. I even took a few photos to show friends.
The Farmers Arms – DurhamWaited over and hour to be served, the prawn cocktail sauce was very watery, Not a good starter at all. Main meal was all vegetables with very little taste, very bland, ordered the pork and half was beef, been many times but this was a total disappointment this time.
The Farmers Arms – DurhamThe quality of the food, presentation and service were second to none. I had the sirloin steak and it was the best steak I have had in many years perfectly cooked and melt in the mouth.
Hall Garth Hotel – DarlingtonMenu Del Dia: 2 courses, £20; 3 courses, £25.
Lunch: 2 courses, £15.95.
1 course, £11; 2 courses, £15; 3 courses, £19. Available Monday to Friday 12pm-6.30pm, Saturday, 12pm-6pm, Sunday 12pm-6.30pm.
