Lakes - Swale
Lakes
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Lakes is the restaurant located within the charming Hempstead House, a family-owned country house hotel nestled in the beautiful Kent countryside. Established in 1998, Lakes has garnered prestigious awards from the AA, RAC, and English Tourist Board for its exceptional dining experience. Chef Matthew Levett showcases his talent through a menu featuring classical English and French dishes made with locally-sourced fresh fish and meat, as well as produce from Covent Garden. Indulge in exquisite offerings such as a roasted tomato stuffed with goat’s cheese on aubergine cumin purée, succulent yoghurt-roasted rack of Kentish lamb with bean and lentil casserole, and a delightful taster plate of coconut tart, Amaretto mousse, and pistachio ice cream. Lakes is truly a culinary haven.
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Nestled within the Hempstead Hotel, this restaurant showcases excellent food and attentive staff, making it a popular choice for both casual and special occasions. Diners have praised the generous portions and well-presented dishes, appreciating the overall dining experience. However, some have expressed disappointment over limited menu options for younger guests and a lack of organization during large gatherings. A mandatory service charge has also stirred debate among patrons. Despite these concerns, the restaurant remains a charming venue, offering a mix of culinary delights and a welcoming atmosphere that encourages return visits. Overall, a hidden gem for fine dining enthusiasts.
I Recently had Sunday Lunch at the Lakes Restaurant to celebrate a friend's special birthday. My experience was fabulous. We had a lunch booking for 7 people at 1pm for a special birthday. I thought the staff were very friendly, accommodating and especially attentive to our Birthday Girl! The restaurant itself was lovely and bright with an amazing chandelier as a centre piece! Last but not least the food! This was the best, everyone agreed. I happen to be Vegan and I was stunned with the choice and quality of my dishes especially. I will definitely be coming back!
They really spoiled us. Was our 40th wedding Anniversary. We wanted low key but special. Ticked all boxes. Thank you.
The restaurant is excellent with attentive staff. However, our family was disappointed with the limited menu options and lack of specials, especially for younger diners. Despite this, we would still give it 4 stars. We were also surprised by the mandatory service charge, as we believe tipping should be left to the customer's discretion.
If you like fine dining this is the place for you. The restaurant has a faded elegance vibe but we like that. The food is excellent, well presented and the service was faultless when we were there.
We had a gift voucher for lunch with bubbles as a gift. It was easy to book and the staff called back to confirm our booking, We were warmly welcomed by the friendly staff and shown to our table in the restaurant. As it was a very warm day, all the doors were opened to allow some breeze in. The service was superb, the staff friendly, the presentation of the meals was great and the food delicious, Nothing was too much trouble,
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