My partner and I went for Sunday lunch yesterday. Agree with everything that other reviewers say about the food and the venue. Both are amazing. Although we enjoyed the food, we didn’t enjoy the overall dining experience as much. The volume of the house music was over-powering for those who wish to enjoy a gorgeous Sunday lunch in relative peace and quiet. It should be background – not foreground. And to add to the discomfort, all the tracks were of a disco and heavy beat genre which doesn’t contribute to what should be a relaxing, chilled-out experience. We were seated in what appears to be a conservatory extension with a large skylight which not only floods the room with light, but also sunshine. My partner was uncomfortably hot throughout our meal with the sun directly beating down on him . We will book for the restaurant area next time. Something needs to done about the small army of flies which constantly sought to share our food. The cutlery was difficult to grasp for those of us with dexterity issues. The handles were almost as thin as straws. Although all this sounds rather negative, it does require some attention, but don’t let it put you off going. The quality of the food is not to be missed. We will definitely be back, but will wait awhile in the hope and expectation that the owners read the reviews and make the necessary adjustments.
CDJ Riverside Bar and Kitchen – Darwen