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.
5 of us had a wonderful lunch. The £10 for three courses is excellent value, although the choices on the menu which don’t have an extra charge is lower that I would like. I had steak and salad which was cooked to my request. Service was okay but not outstanding. We all had nice time and would go again for sure.
The Farmers Arms – DurhamGreat food service and atmosphere on a Saturday evening went for the hanging kebab good portions nice and hot. Highly recommend and will be back
The Farmers Arms – DurhamAs usual an excellent meal great staff and homely atmosphere. Will definitely be back again
The Farmers Arms – DurhamBeautiful meal for a girly catch up. Had the sea bass and was very tasty and cooked perfectly. Friendly and welcoming staff. Already booked to go again.
Farmhouse Dine & Wine – DurhamMy wife and I recently stayed at the lovely hotel celebrating her birthday and had two meals at the restaurant. Both visits found us thoroughly enjoying really good food and a loverly ambiance in the restaurant. The food was delicious and the staff very friendly and extremely helpful but not intrusive. One night I had the pan fried cod which was fantastic. The breakfasts were fantastic too, well organised. We found the breakfast experience much better organised than Slaley Hall which was not a good experience. Thank you for a wonderful experience. Michael and Dawn W.
Derwent Manor Hotel – DurhamAbsolutely gorgeous such a lovely atmosphere and very friendly the food is so tasty worth ever penny
The Farmers Arms – DurhamSo this was our second visit first for food , was a little disappointed with the wait time just under a hour for starters. Had to ask if we were anywhere near? Mains well didn’t know chicken was on a bone also dou meat wasn’t the best . Had to go ask for another drink and it’s wasn’t really busy . Plenty of staff mulling around . So we tried but unfortunately won’t be returning
The Farmers Arms – DurhamReturned to this pub because we thoroughly enjoyed it first time. Second visit was however a huge disappointment. We waited for over 15 minutes before we could order drinks. 10 minutes later the waitress took our food order. We then waited a further hour before our lunch arrived at the table. The two tables near to us actually paid for their drinks and left as they appeared fed up of waiting in addition to being served the incorrect dishes. Whilst the Sunday lunch was quite tasty, the meat was dried and shrivelled. There was no crackling for the roast pork despite being told on ordering there would be. Seasoning for the lunch is provided with sachets of salt and pepper. (Whatever happened to proper salt cellars and pepper pots). Annoyingly the table was quite sticky. Will not return. The management could at least keep patrons informed when delays occur. Pleasant enough staff who were polite and apologetic but ultimately just not good enough to keep our custom.
The Farmers Arms – DurhamVisited for Sunday lunch. The restaurant was very busy but the staff, as always, were friendly and efficient. The service was quick and the food was superb. Could probably have eaten a little more veg but overall This is a good all round Sunday lunch at an extremely good price.
The Farmers Arms – DurhamFantastic food. Staff lovely and friendly. They can't do enough for you
Farmhouse Dine & Wine – DurhamEnjoyed a Carvery last Sunday, Food was hot and delicious. Disappointed though regarding not getting kids eat free despite it being advertised on the Facebook page on the same day we ate there.
Red Alligator – Bishop AucklandGreat service and fillet steak was gorgeous perfectly cooked and chips are the best around.
Farmhouse Dine & Wine – DurhamWe have been for Sunday lunch, quite a few times and the food and service have always been very good and excellent value for money. The only gripe would more veg in a separate tureen
Farmhouse Dine & Wine – DurhamFood was good Alittle cold in dinning room could have done with the heating on Service was good two kids did well
The Farmers Arms – DurhamUnfortunately the food was not very warm. Many of the chips were cold. The beef was quite difficult to chew as it was very veined and not easily digested.
Gilroy’s Restaurant at The Morritt – Barnard CastleBest steak and chips I have ever had! Lovely pub very quirky!!! Staff very nice and price was amazing!! Will be making this a regular pub for us to visit!!
The Farmers Arms – DurhamThouroghly enjoyed afternoon tea for my aunties 70th birthday, lovely fresh food. Jayne our waitress was exceptional really looked after us, even got the chef to pipe happy birthday on the plate in chocolate very nice touch. Definitely going back
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.
