Reviews in County Durham

Had the happy hour menu. Amazing value for money and food was really good. Cheaper than a take away and much better quality. Was really busy but food still came quickly. Will definitely be back

Good quality food as usual had the fish n chips hanging kebabs great value for money highly recommend the farmers arms and the deserts are fab to

excellent food as always staff very polite and friendly always recommend to friends and family

This was ok rather than great for me. Food was pleasant enough but ambience spoiled by a large tv in my line of vision. Very distracting and who goes to a restaurant to watch tv. Music slightly loud too. Another restaurant adding automatic tip to bill which I truly dislike. Staff friendly and prompt.

Food is amazing. I can’t think of anything wrong with it at all. The only thing I can fault the night is the atmosphere of the restaurant is pretty dead , we tried to book for 7:30 and we were told we can’t have that time but we could have 7:15. We were happy with this but we were surprised that the place was still quite empty throughout the night. We couldn’t work out why 7:30 was unavailable. If you want a drink then make sure you ask for one, because no one will come to the table and ask if you want one. You’ve got to grab eye contact with someone to try and get one. The food is so good though I’d still come back. I feel like i may be being too critical of the place because the food is on another level that the service doesn’t match, the food is so good that the service has no chance to match so it becomes apparent.

Lovely rustic tapas bar! Service was friendly and efficient. The sangria and food were delicious! Will definitely be back

We had beef bourguignon and chicken burger. All absolutely delicious, greens cooked to perfection. Tarte tatin was caramelised and intense, just as it should be. Staff delightful. Good vibe of locals in the bar which speaks volumes. Well done!! Thank you.

What a find, went up and tried the arly bird menu, 2 courses for £15, excellent xxx

Service from start to finish was excellent, from the two colleagues who served us. We had the three course meal and went for the chefs choice of the day on starter and mains. We were not disappointed , The main was lamb with red cabbage and new potatoes which was one of the best mains we have had for a long time. Only wish there was another veg to go with it as two didnt feel enough. Will definitely revisit this restaurant again and have already recommended to friends and family.

Stayed on a package which included db and b.Have stayed previously. Package includes table de hote . The meal quality was satisfactory but I was disappointed with the lack of flexibility.Would have preferred option to have an allowance and greater choice would probably have spent additional sum. The hotel rooms restaurant and surroundings very good.But meal situation would put me me off staying again in

Another lovely meal at the Italian Farmhouse. We eat here quite regularly but our relatives with us today also thoroughly enjoyed their meals. Beef was so tender and potatoes and veg all done to perfection. Portion sizes are just right and left just enough room for pudding. Great value for money. Will definitely return.

Another lovely evening at Gussto Tapas Bar - great food, great atmosphere, great service - totally recommend it. Recommend booking ahead if you're visitng on Friday or Saturday evening.

Very good meal. Service and quality of food was very good. Would recommend

We enjoyed a really delicious relaxed lunch on a dark and rainy January Saturday lunchtime. The staff were very attentive. It was a real treat and highly recommended, especially the ginger sponge!

We were really looking forward to this meal having viewed the menu, we wanted to low key review the place as a potential Wedding venue. The service was poor we waited 20minutes for our drinks and had to ask twice. The starters were fine. The burger was hard and inedible, the duck was not rendered and way over cooked. We asked for the bill yet still had to follow up and pay at the counter. Not one person during our whole stay asked if we enjoyed it other that the events manager.. rule 1 of customer service is surely ask if it’s ok.

Food was lovely although waiters were a mess. Setting was terrible sat in a cold conservatory with smooth radio station on. Not the ideal setting based on the expensive menu.

Lovely meal. Friendly staff. Good atmosphere. Will return

Staff pleasant and make sure everything is ok. Food portion was good, nice and hot. Food was tasty, only downfall I had the beef and it was thinly cut and too well done, so it was tough. Overall good though. Breakfast the next morning was nice, again stayed hot, plenty choice of continental, cooked, drinks and jams etc. Was nice and quiet period so wasn't rushed. Maybe a bit of quiet, chilled music would be nice, as was a bit quiet.