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Overall Total Score
2.7 out of 5
Average | 8 reviews

What User likes about Parliament:
We visited for afternoon tea, and while the cakes were all quite enjoyable, they didn't quite meet our expectations for a traditional afternoon tea experience. The service was pleasant and friendly, although the atmosphere became noticeably louder when a nearby table with small children was seated. Overall, it's a beautiful venue with great service. View all feedback. What User doesn't like about Parliament:
The only thing going for this place was the historic setting. No wonder the restaurant was empty!! The food was mediocre and the surcharge as a non resident for a very tough steak was not at all clearly indicated of the menu! Not a proper statement ,just a small easily missed letter. One member of staff who seemed pained to be serving. Booked this in advance looking forward to a good meal wish I had chosen elsewhere!... View all feedback.

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2.4 ★ from 8 reviews

A great experience! they must order all 3 courses at the beginning, as the cook goes home around 20.20 clock and will not wait until they are finished. my man p...

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A call received an hour before booking to say that Sunday dinner is only twice a month and not on the booked day, so the booking had to cancel.

Had a 3-course Sunday lunch, the food was great, came out quickly and tasted good. The restaurant was very quiet but it meant our waiter was very attentive, my...

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We had a lovely pre Christmas afternoon tea. The cakes were amazing the only slight downside was the sandwiches were a bit dry. We were made to feel really welc...

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The only thing going for this place was the historic setting. No wonder the restaurant was empty!! The food was mediocre and the surcharge as a non resident for...

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Opentable
2.7 ★ from 8 reviews
MrsJ
11.09.2023 - 13:15

Received a call an hour before the booking to say Sunday lunch is only twice a month and not on the booked day so had to cancel the booking.

Terrible experience! You have to order all three courses at the beginning because the chef leaves at 8:20 PM and won’t wait for you to finish. My husband’s pork...

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leeC
11.09.2023 - 13:15

The food was excellent on both visits, though I did encounter a problem with the mushrooms in the mushroom sauce that accompanied the chicken supreme—they were...

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VanessaM
11.09.2023 - 13:15

We enjoyed afternoon tea, and while the cakes were quite large and delicious, they weren't quite what you typically expect for such an occasion. The service was...

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