Reviews in Poulton-Le-Fylde

An all round great venue, whether for an intimate dinner with a loved one or close friends to a big knees up post wedding, christening etc etc... beautifully set in luxurious grounds with friendly and well trained staff, great food quality and reasonable pricing across the menu... a definite 'must try' kinda place... I will be back soon...

The food is normally very nice in The Highcross but I was disappointed with the service there last night (Oct 19 2011). I visited with my family and arrived at 8.30pm, we ordered two of the Plantation Platters and a Triple Chicken and then went to the salad bar. About ten minutes later, the waitress came over and told us there was no spit roast chicken left. This was disappointing enough as this is the main draw of the restaurant. To make matters worse she told us they could not replace the chicken with anything else as stocks were low. I asked if she was seriously telling us that we could have the meal, but with a key ingredient missing, for exactly the same price and was told yes! The waitress was apologetic enough but I can't believe the kitchen seem to keep no idea of their stock. We were offered no extra drinks of desserts and so we just left. I won't be returning in a hurry.

Visited on Saturday 15th October 2011. Our table was booked for 9pm & we arrived 5 mins early - we were still sat in reception area at 9.30! They came & took our order & finally showed us to our table at 9.45. We thought as we had ordered already the waiting would be over. We got our starters at just after 10pm! We then waited again for the main courses & kept being told they were on the way. By 10.35 pm we were still waiting. The food finally arrived & there was a dish missing! The waitress hadn't written it down!! The food was lovely, but the waiting ruined the evening. We will definitely not be going again & will not recommend to others! Other people have now told me of similar experiences. Such a shame as the food is really good!

After booking weeks for 16 people for a Saturday night, we arrived at the restaurant to find it full and that our party could not be accommodated. No reasonable explanation given from the staff, however it would seem they'd been greedy and given our table to people that had come in off the street. Very poor management, we will not be recommending this restaurant to others. Luckily we were able to get into another restaurant in Poulton to celebrate our friends birthday.

I took my wife into the Mews for a nice romantic meal and we were very disappointed , the service we received was in no other word but ignorant, and obnoxious. The food was JUST about average, the only smile we received during the whole night was when we paid, we will never be setting foot inside this back street restaurant again !!!

Been twice now, couldn't believe the standard , taste and value of this bistro. service is by far second to none. peroni beers the best. can't wait for next meal out there.

I agree with the comments. It's a great place - food and service is excellent and price compared to other Italians restaurants in Poulton is very reasonable. I've been several times and also ordered take away. I love the buzz and the atmosphere and would definitely recommend to friends.

Went for a birthday meal here recently, not been for ages. There was good choice on the menu, I went for the Gammon which was fine, and the pineapple was nicely charred. The steaks looked nice, as did the mixed grill. My niece had a burger which looked good, and they served the big chips in some kind of loaf tin. The pudding was a little disappointing, raspberry cheesecake, as it was a little over fruity for me, but the others looked good. I'd say Castle Gardens is good for a lazy lunch, but not one to recommend for a special occasion.

Your restaurant is ace love egg fried rice and loads of other cool and yummy dishes service is brill I love that most of you are Chinese and I am learning Chinese myself ! all the best Oliver x

Gennar Italian Restaurant Poulton Le Fylde - Excellent! white Rioja, Fegatini alla Veneziana, chicken liver starter, Vitello Provencale - Veal cooked in a mushroom, onion, garlic, tomato and cream sauce. [Served with potatoes and vegetables of the day], tiramisu (home made - absolutely to die for...!) - £19.70 per head... bargain!

Definitely one of the best Thai restaurants on the Fylde Coast, have eaten food differing from Prawns, tuna and scallops to the duck, chicken and beef currys, can recommend it all. The take away is just as good. if you like thai food you have to come here.

this is a top class Indian restaurant, having tried numerous others as far as Blackburn, plus having built the new extension i can assure anyone that the kitchen was always immaculate and the staff polite and welcoming, i would definitely recommend trying this restaurant, also if you are unsure what to try then the staff will always help / recommend a suitable choice. enjoy

We have been there lots of times, food always very good. Not recommended to go if quiet , as staff hover over you so to me that is not relaxing. Banquet is amazing but low and behold if you are not having it !! You will be told or in are case nearly charged extra. My only fault with China Red is the toilets the ladies sinks are disgusting, with all the staff hovering over us, why can't one be cleaning the toilet!!!!!! Would still go back - but not as often as the rest of the family would like to.

If you are looking for polite service I would not recommend Bistro Italia the food was ok but the service was not! We had not been asked whether we would like dessert when the waiter asked how long it would be before we would be asking for the bill as he had some friends who were wanting a table! (our table was 7.30 and we were home by 9.15pm) How rude we will not be returning and will ensure we tell our friends and family about this experience which spoilt our evening.

Very attractive restaurant. The new upstairs room is lovely - good for private functions or quiet intimate meals. Food is faultless and the staff are a delight. Wine a little pricey but who drinks wine with Indian food !

Food 100%...Atmosphere 100%...would i go again? 100%!!!

Always excellent, whether you eat in or take out. Absolutely superb!

lovely tea rooms and cute atmosphere. hot chocolate is lovely.