Reviews

Overall Total Score
4.6 out of 5
Outstanding | 1563 reviews

What Jafar N likes about The Waterfront Bistro:
Popped in on Saturday just after midday and had a delicious breakfast panini and a great tasting strong decaf coffee. Also had a lush chocolate and cherry cake. Everything I had was of an excellent standard, definitely great quality, excellent preparation and presentation. Come for the delicious food and stay for the great service, smiles and laughter with the genial host. Parking: Free street parking right outside.... View all feedback. What hcr hcrr doesn't like about The Waterfront Bistro:
Unfortunately many of TripAdvisor’s reviews and some of the photos of this lovely Waterfront Bistro are not up to date and belong to previous owners. The restaurant has new owners, it has been revamped, looks stunning and serves good tasty well selected and prepared Mediterranean and Polish food at a good price as is the good quality wine. The new owners have created a welcoming ambience, having attention to detail a... View all feedback.

Reviews from various websites

Gastroranking-it
4.8 ★ from 50 reviews
Christopher
08.08.2024 - 14:43

The host Gabriel is super friendly and funny. He made us feel so welcome snd we sat chatting for around ten minutes after we’d paid the bill. The food is Polish...

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Martin
08.08.2024 - 14:43

Pav, a talented Polish chef, produces splendid meals from an eclectic menu mixing Polish, Italian and Spanish influences. They are proud to boast that fish and...

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Eileen
08.08.2024 - 14:43

Fantastic food and atmosphere Chose this venue as it was different from where we would normally eat. So glad we did! Vegetarian goulash was delicious as was the...

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Marie
08.08.2024 - 14:43

What a wonderful Saturday night we had, dining in The Waterfront we were hosted by Gabriel, cooked for by Pawel and felt like long lost family members being wel...

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Hameldaeme
08.08.2024 - 14:43

What a place! Authentic Eastern European food on an island off the west coast of Scotland. Shouldn’t work but it does. I’m glad that I took a chance the windows...

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The Waterfront Bistro has undergone a stunning transformation with new owners who have revamped the restaurant and created a welcoming atmosphere. Serving delicious Mediterranean and Polish cuisine at reasonable prices, the menu boasts well-prepared dishes and quality wine. While some reviewers express disappointment over service speed and restrictions on children under 5, others praise the exceptional food, warm hospitality, and cozy ambiance. With authentic Eastern European fare, friendly service, and unbeatable value, The Waterfront Bistro is a must-visit spot that promises a delightful dining experience for all.

Google
4.9 ★ from 43 reviews
Lwd
26.12.2023 - 01:08

We had a brilliant time with the best food and an excellent host. We'll definitely be back. Vegetarian options: A great selection for vegetarians. Service: Dine...

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Jim
26.12.2023 - 01:08

Meal type: Dinner Price per person: £20–30 Food: 4 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 5

Joseph
26.12.2023 - 01:08

Fantastic place. High standard of food. Always a laugh and smile. If your looking for a place for a delight. This is it !!! I will be going back without a doubt...

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Victoria
26.12.2023 - 01:08

Lovely place, great polish food, excellent hosts, very friendly and welcoming. Service: Dine in Meal type: Dinner Food: 5 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 5

Jafar
26.12.2023 - 01:08

Popped in on Saturday just after midday and had a delicious breakfast panini and a great tasting strong decaf coffee. Also had a lush chocolate and cherry cake....

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Menu
5.0 ★ from 8 reviews
Abbie
27.12.2022 - 01:11

Absolutely beautiful and authentic Polish cuisine of the Polish chef, pav. before the house service is brilliant. gabriel could not be more helpful and is also...

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Joshua
27.12.2022 - 01:11

What a sound. large decor and immaculate clean made an excellent first impression. very friendly but professional staff has only added to the experience. that w...

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Berkay
27.12.2022 - 01:11

Fabulously different. we cried this evening and saw the menu, the first greeting of gabriel was refreshing “we don’t serve fish and chips” was its opening line,...

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Andy
27.12.2022 - 01:11

On Saturday evening we went to the waterfront at 19.30. Before we booked, we were clearly instructed that the restaurant did not serve fish and chips, and pleas...

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Joe
27.12.2022 - 01:11

Hello no fish chips here was the opening line when we were greeted at the door by Gabriel. We told him we saw the menu beforehand in passing, so knew what to ex...

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Facebook
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Restaurantguru
4.7 ★ from 354 reviews
Tripadvisor
4.4 ★ from 398 reviews
Gastroranking-uk
4.7 ★ from 398 reviews
Int Restaurants
4.7 ★ from 298 reviews

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