Flambo's - Farley

I enjoyed the buffet breakfast after spending the night at the hotel and found the selection to be fantastic. I highly recommend it to everyone! The offerings i... read more I enjoyed the buffet breakfast after spending the night at the hotel and found the selection to be fantastic. I highly recommend it to everyone! The offerings included a full English breakfast with all the traditional accompaniments, along with an excellent continental spread featuring croissants, muffins, toast, cereal, yogurt, fruit salad, and delicious pancakes, which was a lovely touch. It also included complimentary hot drinks and fruit juice! I suggest arriving early (I went at 7 AM sharp), as it was nice and quiet at that time.

Unfortunately, the restaurant has significantly declined compared to previous years. We have visited twice a year for the past six years, but now the prices hav... read more Unfortunately, the restaurant has significantly declined compared to previous years. We have visited twice a year for the past six years, but now the prices have increased while the selection and quality of food have drastically decreased. Unless you're a fan of curry or roast dishes, you'll likely find it difficult to put together a satisfying meal. It's disappointing that they've removed the pasta salads and replaced them with options like bowls of plain lettuce, tomatoes, and dry cucumbers. We dined in during our visit.

We stayed at the hotel that is connected to this restaurant. It is located one floor below the main entrance and has a view of the Splash Landing water park. We... read more We stayed at the hotel that is connected to this restaurant. It is located one floor below the main entrance and has a view of the Splash Landing water park. We went for breakfast, which starts at 7:30 AM. There is lift access available for strollers and wheelchairs. The staff greeted us warmly upon arrival. The breakfast is served buffet-style, allowing you to help yourself as much as you like. There's no rush to leave, so you can truly take your time and enjoy your meal. All the food was well-cooked and served warm. The options included fried eggs, sausages, bacon, pastries, cereals, and fruit. They also have a coffee machine and provide water.

Expect the high price at AT, but quality this low? Really?? Like hurling sheep, LOADS of food, terrible quality and not recommended at all. Does not reflect wel... read more Expect the high price at AT, but quality this low? Really?? Like hurling sheep, LOADS of food, terrible quality and not recommended at all. Does not reflect well on the facility and won’t be going again. That was the evening meal, as for breakfast, honestly I recommend avoiding! Service: Dine in Meal type: Dinner Price per person: £10–20

Me and my flaming stayed over in the Splash Landings hotel for 1 night. We were turned away at The Rollercoaster Restaurant No space and were fully booked for 2... read more Me and my flaming stayed over in the Splash Landings hotel for 1 night. We were turned away at The Rollercoaster Restaurant No space and were fully booked for 2 weeks in advance. We went to check in at the hotel and decided to check out Flambo’s Jambo’s on what they could offer to feed a family of 4. After reading previous reviews, we weren’t holding our hopes this was going to be any good. We dined here for dinner at 1700 and breakfast the following morning at 0800. Price The prices differ from dinner to lunch buffet. A large hike in price difference for an adult. Kids price you get an unlimited refill drink. Adults however, you have to purchase them separately. Still, for the price, you can’t go wrong when it’s unlimited refills. I must add, I dined here at 1700. Paying for 4 of us, just shy of £73! Staff and customer service You pay at the counter before you head to the entrance where a staff member shows you to your table. Staff at the pay counter, she was okay but I felt she lacked a little enthusiasm. The team in the restaurant, I can’t really fault them. The speed they work at to keep tables cleaned is excellent. We weren’t regularly checked on by the staff, kind of left to sit down and help yourself to it all. Same goes for the Buffett breakfast. In general, staff were happy, friendly and helpful. Cleanliness Areas are kept clean as often as they could. Not really slot of mess at the food or drinks stations. Excess plates were cleared from our table regularly to stop too many from piling up. General area of the restaurant I can complain about cleanliness, it was to be fair just kept clean and maintained. Tables These were small. Sitting 4 of us on a small table, one at each end was a squeeze. Especially with drinks and plates on the table, there wasn’t much room. Unless you’re a family or party size of more than 4, be prepared to be sat a small table. This is really a negative review about tables, I just felt a larger table would of been a little less of a squeeze and better. Now to the main part Food I did read some of the previous reviews before dining here. In my opinion, my expectations were a lot better than read. I have attached a photo of the 2023 Menu, this of which is a wide range of food to offer. Staff asked before being seated if there were and allergens or intolerance so they could cater to our needs, which there was none for us. All the food was delicious. The kids ate a number of plate with lots of different varieties. Me, oh my. I ate so much I pretty much ended up into a food coma as I rolled back to my hotel room. Firstly I tired the Chilli Con Carne with rice, also along with the Chicken Tikka, and a naan on the side. This was lovely and tasty, a little spicy but still delicious. I also tried the roast carvery section, having a steak and vegetable pie (Not on the menu The pie was lovely! I also had lots of other bits, but more of a mixture plate of things. Desserts Tons of cakes and gateau’s to select from. Freshly cut fruit salad. On the end is the icing on the cake (excuse the pun . There was a kitchen staff member stood at a freezer serving scoops of Carte Dor ice cream, in a cone or a tub. Not many flavours to select from, but who doesn’t love Carte Dor ice cream. Overall, I would recommend Flambos Jambos. Food was delicious and extremely filling. Even though extortionate on price, (Where isn’t in Alton Tower? you leave here with full stomach and satisfied. Reason for a 4 star and not 5, there was a few things I could pick up on for improvement, but that’s just me being really pedantic. In my opinion, go try it for yourself. Don’t go by the other reviews like I did.