Reviews in Preston

As we are looking forward to our family holiday to Turkey later on this year,we decided to banish the winter blues with a reminder of holidays past at Tottos.I had read reviews on this site prior to making the booking,and was hopeful of finding an authentic corner of Turkey here in Lancashire. It was a very wet and windy Saturday evening when myself and the present Mrs.FoodFan where blown through the front door of Tottos and into the bright interior of this welcoming restaurant.We where met by friendly and attentive staff who were eager to please,but at no time became intrusive. After a quick look at the wine list,we chose a bottle of the house red at the little excessive price of £11.95.We then looked through a menu that covered all bases,whether familiar with Turkish food or the total novice,there appeared something to tempt all palates.What did seem excellent value at only £16.50,was the "special meze".For anyone unfamiliar with this Turkish trial by food,think of the worlds largest buffet menu(a bit of this,a bit of that...)all to yourself,then double it.Meze meals in Turkey have been known to last hours...and hours.With happy memories of meze's eaten in harbour side restaurants in Alanya and Bodrum,we went for the meze. We were not disappointed.The first round of starters consisted of dips of hummus,yoghurt with mint and garlic(basically an Indian ritta),tomatoes puried with mild chillies,along with dolmus(stuffed vine leaves)all accompanied by a basket of bread.After this my belt was let out a notch! Next up was the hot starters,slices of lightly fried haloumi cheese with adana kebap slices and what appeared to be spring roll type offerings with subtle flavoured rice inside,all delicious.Along with more bread and the ubiquitous salad this was becoming a form of unique torture! Just when you feel you couldn't manage another thing....more turns up!Next was the grilled meat selection.Turkey is rightly proud of its reputation of knowing its way around a charcoal grill,and on the strength of this,its reputation will remain intact.Pieces of grilled chicken and steak served on a bed of rice,all cooked to perfection.With the finish line in-sight,we where faced with the arduous task of eating a dessert of sliced strawberries,kiwi,banana,melon and grapes;all fresh,all tasty. Two coffee's later,we paid the very reasonable sum of £59.55 for two mezes,one cheesecake,two coffee's,two beers and a bottle of acceptable house red wine.All in all,a lovely meal in pleasent surroundings.If you've never tried Turkish food,or you're looking for something different,try Tottos I'm sure you'll love it.8/10

Went to Porcinis for New Years Eve - what a most fabulous evening, the food and service was outstanding and they had a tribute artist on has Errol Brown - just brilliant! fireworks at midnight with a glass of champagne.... gee what a fabulous evening had by all - this restaurant is in a league of its own! apparently I was told its been open since 1999 - only my second visit.... will be going back in 2008

I took some friends along to the Thyme during the Christmas period. They were visiting from overseas and expressed enormous pleasure at the quality of food, cleanliness, value for money [after translating Euros], friendliness and yet professionalism of the staff. It is an exceptional restaurant worthy of my comments. I would not hesitate in recommending this restaurant as amongst the top ones in Lancashire and suggest that no-one will be disappointed if they were to dine there.

decidedly average unimaginative Indian food in an uninspiring supposedly modern Indian venue. however the place was packed which probably says a lot about the locals of Bamber Bridge!

I have been to Tino's on several occasions and have always had an excellent time. The restaurant itself is superb, the food is the best I have had in Preston and the service is flawless. In December however I went on a "Works Christmas Lunch" there and I was bitterly disappointed. I had Funghi Al Aglio to start, Roast Turkey with trimmings for a main, and Christmas Pudding for dessert. Sadly the portions were inadequate and the food was mediocre at best, far below the restaurant's usual standards. It seems that Tino's are capitalising on the Christmas season by taking as many bookings as possible, but failing to ensure the quality of the food. It's sad because they will surely lose potential customers, many people were eating there for the first time, and I know there were a lot of unimpressed customers among our party. So I would certainly recommend Tino's, it is clearly one of the best restaurants in Preston, just not for large parties at Christmas.

Visited again in December and had a much better experience than earlier in the year. The starters were fabulous and the mains equally as good. We fancied the cheese board but it seemed a bit expensive. Overall, a good experience although they still don't have any red wine glasses to hand.

Far and away the best restaurant in Preston..we love it!! The food is varied,delicious and beautifully presented. The service is first class and all the staff seem to have that special knack of making you feel like their favourite customer! If you are thinking of trying Moka for the first time then go! there is no way you'll be disappointed and you'll just want to keep going back for more.

My partner and I love this restaurant, we are a young couple and go there for special occasions like birthdays and anniversaries, it is perfect for a romantic meal. It is lovely and the food is great. Would recommend to anyone of any age.

don't dare complain about the as you'll be short changed by one of the grumpy co owners, despite being regular clients. we won't be attending again. initially service was good but has declined pro rata with this establishments success

Over priced curry from a jar and a very dated restaurant. It was run of the mill food followed by an excessive bill. I don't mind paying if it is good. No individual style or special dishes. Service was good, although the restaurant had very few tables in (on a Saturday), very dated, very expensive. Would NOT go again. I say: Stay in and get a take-away curry rather than go here. Can't wait for the Italian to open across the road. Also they cannot spell poppadom on the menu. (popodom is not right).

The service at this restaurant is second to none but i have been here over the years and things are starting to slip smaller food portions but meal and drink prices increasing. We went on a friday night near christmas and it was not even a third full everywhere you looked there where meal deals for middle week.When we got are bill we needed another drink.Over all YES the food was good but far far too dear, also the restaurant was starting to looked dated and at this price bracket you should be getting the all round package.

Superb takeaway food and service fantastic

Very high quality food for a pub/restaurant clearly cooked by well trained chefs. I will be returning regularly!

The setting is great with 'cosy' booths to dampen down surrounding noise. The food is exceptionally good, with good-sized portions and good quality ingredients - lots of tastes. Another bonus - reasonable parking just outside.

Fantastic food, great value, excellent service - Babu - you are a credit to Preston !

I have dined here on many occasions at both lunch time and in the evening and thoroughly enjoy every aspect of it. The staff are obliging and helpful, the food always of good quality in a very pleasant dining area.

What a gem of an Italian restaurant, food was great and lovely staff who all appeared to be Italian, definitely worth a visit.

after hearing about the smiths we decided 2 give it a whirl,we were not disappointed at all everything was fantastic, n we will b going bk soon .