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The Hopping Hare

British, International • Northampton
Sugarvine
4.7/5
(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
4.7
Food 4.8/5
Service 4.8/5
Atmosphere 4.6/5
Value for Money 4.5/5
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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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Mike Plaskitt
Excellent food beautifully arranged and served very well. We visited on Saturday, the Yule log was outstanding.
5.0
Andrea Roberts
We visited yesterday to try the Festive Menu!The food and drinks menu were varied with some great choices.Lovely cocktails too.I had two courses mainly because I just could not fit in desert Salmon and the Chicken terrine starter chosen by husband were absolutely delicious, beautifully presented as was the Christmas dinner we both had Absolutely perfect service really enjoyed our time, there a great start to our Christmas.
Lisa Eversden
We spend many special occasions with you including my dad's 70th this week. We love the food, the staff are wonderful and the environment feels really festive. Thank you so much
Karin Gausden
We had an excellent meal at The Hopping Hare on Saturday 13th December to celebrate a birthday. The food was delicious and the service friendly and efficient. We were all very impressed and will be back in the near future. Thank you to the staff of The Hopping Hare for making it a memorable occasion.
5.0
Sonia Lees
Annual Christmas meal with friends 9 of us in total and it t went down very well. Everyone enjoyed the food the staff were brilliant and very attentive. We shall be booking for next year again. Thank you all the staff at The Hopping Hare for making it a wonderful luncheon.
5.0
Michael Eyre
Excellent lunch. Cannot fault, service good, food good. Will be back. All the food was amazing, but shout out for the absolutely amazing yule log. A pudding to die for.
5.0
Jo
Beautiful food and super friendly staff
3.0
Lesley Hughes
Christmas meal with friends on 5/12/25 arrived atmosphere warm and welcoming all the staff friendly and efficient. All the food was delicious and hot including special requirement meal from a separate menu. The meals were excellent value and well presented made our evening special and we had a great time.
Shelley
I have never had a bad meal at The Hopping Hare! The food is cooked and presented perfectly. The staff are very friendly and polite and nothing too much bother.
4.8
Lorraine
Amazing food. I Had the turkey roast and it was lovely. friendly staff and great service. Nice cozy pub with a lovely atmosphere.
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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