Reviews in Knutsford

We had heard mixed reports about the new Frozen Mop but went to try it for ourselves a couple of weeks ago. Although it was in the middle to the week, the restaurant was busy. The place looked fanatastic - a total makeover of the old Chef and Brewer style. What a pity that the food didn't live up to the new decor. The menu was unimaginative to say the least. Starters and mains were expensive,lacked any attempt at presentation and did not include vegetables or salad in many cases which was unacceptable given the price.. We also waited well over 30 minutes for our starters to be served and the same delay before our main courses arrived. We couldn't be bothered to wait for desserts. A lot of expense has been incurred in revamping the Frozen Mop and its a shame that the food is so disappointing. Everyone else I have spoken to locally is of the same opinion. There needs to be a big improvement if the Frozen Mop is to be serious competitior to its Mobberley rivals the Plough and Flail and Roebuck.

We visited this pub/restaurant on 30 Aug 2007 and people should know that it is no longer a Brewers Fayre but has had an extensive makeover and now serves delicious food. The menu is not very extensive but they are providing simple food which is well cooked. We both had fillet steak each of which was cooked as requested which is often not the case. The Mediterranean roast vegetables which we had with the steak were lovely. The service was friendly and efficient but not too over the top. It's not cheap but we thought it was good value for what we had. It's an old building in Mobberley but is now quite contemporary inside but it has been done sympathetically. We were there for our wedding anniversary but we won't be waiting another year to visit!

Great place. Always top notch food and vino. Services is quick and efficient. Romantic. You've got to go.

Although a little cramped for space, an interesting venue, especially as it also doubles as a penny farthing museum. Good home cooked food and delicious deserts. Well worth a visit.

A great meal every time with a varied and imaginative menu both lunchtime and in the evening, and excellent beers (Black Sheep especially good) also a decent if restricted wine list. Keep up the quality and consistency that we have found on every visit over the last 12 months or so. One of a very few places that works equally well as a country pub and a quality dining experience.

I must say the food was very enjoyable, similar to a couple of other local restaurants i eat at but a lot more expensive.....I really do think if you alter your food prices your restaurant will do a lot more business....Try it and see....Many thanks Gordon

Excellent, we dine at the Cottage infrequently but often enough to now we will be well served with a very good meal and a quality wine. No need to rush, just sit back and enjoy the evening with your guests with confidence the service will match.

First class food and service with an oriental smile

Nice place. Interesting local conversation. Do recommend!!!!!!!!

I am a local and have been using this place with my family regularly for several years. The winning combination is simple: It's a smart, unpretentious gourmet eating experience with very friendly staff, nice atmosphere at a decent price. What more do you want? Well done Lucy and co... Keep up the good work!

we went to celebrate a friends 30th birthday and had the most wonderful meal. The staff were very accommodating, the food was cooked to perfection and the menu is very flexible. The belle epoque made a special cake for our celebrations and presented it very tastefully. Thank you for making the birthday celebrations very special.

The Belle is perfect for a quiet friendly meal with family or as a couple. The staff are excellent. There is a nice friendly atmosphere.

I love this restaurant, everyone was so nice and the food was totally amazing. Can't wait to go back. Very good selection of wonderful wines as well.

As one who travels from the Reading area to the North on occasions when I attend soccer matches in Manchester. I always make a food stop at the Smoker. I have always found the food and the service excellent, and I can recomend the Smoker to anyone who wishes a break in travelling on the M6.

wow a first class night out. live music which was second to none and a friendly and efficient team of staff. the food was great and the atmosphere was electric. will be back.

The Belle Epoque has been a favourite for years and never fails to please. Food is always excellent, the atmosphere and surroundings always wonderful and the staff always friendly and most helpful. Keep up the good work - we hope to continue enjoying the experience for many years to come!

I thought the belle epoque knutsford was really nice and very welcoming and cosy i felt at home! it was also very comfortable and the gardens were outstanding and very pretty.The service was very fast so nobody was hungry in between.

The smoker was recommended to me by a friend and since then I have used it several times. I must admit that I am rather fond of the lamb Henry which is a firm favourite with my friends too although all of the dishes are excellent as is the service and the staff are down to earth and friendly especially Margaret whom I think is the owner. My most recent meal was Sunday 7th august 2005 table 15 for a party of five, in fact one of my guests is a Chinese girl (zhuo li) and her partner of which Margaret said if she did not like the sweet it would be replaced at no extra charge. Waiting time from placing your order to being served is minimal and the food is always piping hot, my view is you could spend the same amount at a burger joint? But why bother! When you get this kind of service. I live 1.5 miles from the centre of Manchester, others in our party were my dad Cyril and my friend Steve Morris, this visit to the smoker was in the memory of my mother who passed away 3 yrs ago 27th august. The trip to the smoker is well worth the wait. I strongly recommend you give them a try. Derek Jackson 113 college road. whalley range. Manchester.m16 0ab