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Overall Total Score
2.6 out of 5
Average | 453 reviews

What Rupert Groß doesn't like about Parliament Restaurant:
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. What VanessaM likes about Parliament Restaurant:
We had afternoon tea, the cakes were slabs of cake all very lovely but not really what you expect for a afternoon tea. The service was lovely and friendly a table did arrive with small children and the noise level rose considerably. However a lovely venue and service. View all feedback.

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3.4 ★ from 11 reviews
Easter
16.11.2017 - 07:48

Didnt really order the DNA beer.But, Chips are awesome! A must try out there!Its definitely a place of history, with stories.Located in the center of

Minna
16.11.2017 - 07:48

Very nice ambiance, nice decor and an outdoor patio makes me give them stars.

Raimund
20.04.2023 - 15:19

I booked a reservation for a 70th birthday celebration last year and was so impressed that I decided to book again this year. I am writing this review based on...

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Sienna
20.04.2023 - 15:19

We recently had afternoon tea and enjoyed the assortment of cakes, although they weren't quite what we were expecting for a traditional afternoon tea. The servi...

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Sönke
20.04.2023 - 15:19

Have fun! You need to order all 3 courses at the beginning as the cook goes home at 20.20 and not wait until you're done. My husband's pork was overcooked and m...

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A recent visit to the Red Lion in Colchester left some guests disappointed with the food quality and service. One group found the meal to be diabolical, with a tough steak and overcooked pork. Others felt rushed as the kitchen staff seemed eager to close early. Despite the historic setting, some were put off by the lack of drink options and high prices. However, not all experiences were negative, as some visitors enjoyed a lovely afternoon tea with delightful cakes and friendly service. Overall, opinions on the restaurant varied, with some considering a return visit while others were less impressed.

Opentable
2.7 ★ from 8 reviews
leeC
08.10.2024 - 05:46

Booked for a 70th Birthday last year and was so impressed i booked again for it this year. I write this review based on both visits to be fair to the place as t...

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MRSJ
08.10.2024 - 05:46

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.

VanessaM
08.10.2024 - 05:46

We had afternoon tea, the cakes were slabs of cake all very lovely but not really what you expect for a afternoon tea. The service was lovely and friendly a tab...

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Jor1234
08.10.2024 - 05:46

Awful experience! You have to order all 3 courses at the beginning as the chef goes home at 20.20pm and will not wait for you to finish. My husbands pork was ov...

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Tripadvisor
1.9 ★ from 52 reviews
Gastroranking-uk
2.0 ★ from 48 reviews
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3.5 ★ from 334 reviews

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