Almond, The

The Almond is situated on the west side of the city centre in a traditional red-brick building that has a history of uses, including, according to locals, a chapel, a blacksmiths and most recently a fondue restaurant. Today, the furnishing is modern and the ambience relaxed, warm and friendly - just right for everyone, from groups of friends or colleagues to couples of any age.

The a la carte menu takes influences from Britain, France and Italy, and includes items such as: a saffron risotto with seared scallops or smoked red pepper chutney; an original take on a traditional dish with funky fish chips and peas; a satisfying roast beef bavette and dumplings with a hint of horseradish and a naughty but nice sticky toffee date and agen prune pudding.

On Sundays, a great, traditional British Sunday lunch is served. As with their other menus, this is cooked and served fresh to order. The Almond is the kind of individual restaurant that one feels pleased to discover - tantalising to the taste-buds and relaxing to the soul.