Thackeray's

Distained (6 March 2009)

I held a business meeting at lunch in Thackeray’s. Three courses for three people came to a very reasonable £150 including the drinks. My starter of seared scallops was excellent and I have not seen any so large in any restaurant before. I had the lamb as the main, which was cooked and flavoured perfectly and for dessert we had the three-chocolate creation, can’t remember the name sadly, but it was stunning; my wife had this as well and was delighted. The setting was perfect and the members of staff were informative. I am not that fussed about hearing where the ingredients were sourced but I can understand that seeing as they are proud of using local produce they want to boast about it.

Gnome (4 September 2007)

We have been going to Thackeray’s for some time now and have seen it change enormously over the years. It now has a contemporary decor within a stunning old building. The food in the last couple of years had lost a certain something and it seems that the people at the Michelin Guide agreed as it has lost its star, it had worked so hard to get that. The latest Maitre’d is not as good, we find him a little insincere and condescending. We recently visited (nervously) with friends, and did have a thoroughly lovely time. We went for the tasting menu for the first time, and the food was very good, although my only criticism would be that although you get an extra course the portions are smaller to compensate. Plus you have to share the dessert with your dining partner which, if dining with clients would not be ideal. Overall Thackeray’s is a lovely experience but you would have to pay for it.

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