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The Hopping Hare

British, International • Northampton
Sugarvine
4.6/5
(01604) 580090 18 Hopping Hill Gardens, Duston, Northampton, NN5 6PF (01604)5…Show
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Luxurious Northampton two-AA-rosette restaurant with rooms.
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About The Hopping Hare

The Hopping Hare is a privately owned two-AA-rosette restaurant with 20 luxurious en-suite bedrooms. It’s situated just two miles from Northampton town centre and close to the Althorp Estate, which provides much of the game on the menu in season. Executive Chef Karl Penny (ex-Waddesdon Estate in Aylesbury) delivers a Modern English menu which offers excellent-quality food at great-value prices. Where possible, produce is sourced from local suppliers and these are proudly name-checked on their website. The stylish bar has intimate corners and fireside sofas and the contemporary dining room is cleverly zoned to accommodate couples and groups. The Hopping Hare is a great choice for a celebration too with the popular Conservatory available for exclusive use for larger parties.

Sugarvine
4.6
Food 4.7/5
Service 4.6/5
Atmosphere 4.7/5
Value for Money 4.4/5
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Opening Times
Mon 12:00 - 21:30 —
Tue 12:00 - 21:30 —
Wed 12:00 - 21:30 —
Thu 12:00 - 21:30 —
Fri 12:00 - 22:00 —
Sat 12:00 - 22:00 —
Sun 12:00 - 20:30 —
Breakfast served from 7am-9am Monday to Friday and 8am-9.30am Saturday.
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Christine Abbott
Had my belated birthday meal at the Hopping Hare last Friday. Have been several times before and knew what to expect and wasn't disappointed. Excellent meal and service. Staff very friendly and approachable. Will certainly be visiting again.
4.8
Adele
Absolutely outstanding meal. I've been several times with friends and kept telling my husband how good it was. Having had the chance to go with him, he agreed and said it was the best meal he'd had out for ages. The flavours in all dishes were outstanding.
4.5
Stephen Dix
As usual the Hopping Hare was excellent in nearly every aspect! Both starters and meals were beautifully presented the only small thing was my wife’s mash with the Pheasant was lukewarm at best though the rest of the meal was piping hot! We very much enjoyed our visit as it’s not a place we can enjoy often! Was lovely to walk there and back though due to being not much more than 10 minutes walk! Our service was excellent from the whole team and we looked forward to returning some time!
4.5
David Lee
An excellent meal, both Mains and Desserts where beautifully cooked and absoloutely delicious. Friendly service and a nice enviroment.
5.0
David Burrage
Always a very high standard of quality, presentation and service. Very good and varied menu choices. Restaurant ambience very good.
Mr Stephen Duckmanton
Usual excellent service and food. The staff look and behave like they enjoy being at work and serving the customers. I would recommend the Hopping Hare to anyone.
4.8
Pam
Lovely Sunday lunch. Superb food and perfect for our belated birthday celebration.
Bev
We had a visit to the theatre then a nights stay at the Hopping Hare. The evening meal and breakfast was exceptional plus the comfortable room. Staff were helpful and friendly and very professional. Highly recommended.
Alison
Out with friends for a fantastic meal Food was absolutely delicious so tasty staff was faultless and the service was excellent I have had many meals there and always enjoyed the atmosphere is a lovely place to dine with friends and family Keep up your excellent service
5.0
Marilynthorneycroft
I had lunch with my lovely friend and the food was amazing, though we couldn't manage to eat it all due to the portion size. The staff and service were faultless.
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The Hopping Hare File

Fact File

Main dining room capacity 90
Booking policy Reservations preferred
Best seat Conservatory area most popular
Max group booking size 50
Outside dining space Yes
Outside dining spaces 40
Outside dining details Garden and patio with tables and umbrellas
Overnight accommodation available Yes
Average 3 course lunch price (excluding drinks) £28
Average 3 course evening meal price (excluding drinks) £35
House wine price £21.50
Wines available 36
Alcohol license Fully licensed

Special Dietary Requirements

Vegetarian catering Some vegetarian main course options
Vegan catering Vegan Main Course Options on Menu
Halal catering No Halal Food
Wheat/Gluten catering Wheat / Gluten Free options on menu

Family Friendly

Children's menu Yes
Baby changing Yes
High chairs Yes

Disabled Facilities

Wheelchair access throughout facility Yes
Dedicated disabled toilets Yes
Dedicated disabled parking Yes

Additional Information

Wifi Free
Payment by credit card Yes
Payment by debit card Yes
Drink without food Yes