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Lowdham
Town Centre
The Railway
The Railway Reviews

The Railway

British, European

Dishes priced around£13

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Reviews of The Railway (514)

Read what people think about The Railway. All restaurant reviews are written by verified Quandoo diners. Learn more about The Railway before you go by getting tips and ratings from other restaurant-goers. With real-life reviews, you can see what other diners loved about The Railway and book a table with confidence!

5.5/6

514 reviews

5.5/6

514 reviews

Food:Outstanding
Atmosphere:Excellent
Service:Excellent
Value for money:Great value
Waiting time:Exceptionally Good
Noise levels:Pleasant
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"Excellent"
6/6
Tracey B.6 years ago · 2 reviews

Food here is always amazing , have not had a bad meal yet. Service is always good waiting staff very friendly. Like the fact that your not rushed .

"Excellent"
6/6
Alastair M.6 years ago · 2 reviews

As usual good food & very helpful staff Lovely Sunday dinner Busy with good atmosphere & ideally suited for families We will definitely be back

"Excellent"
6/6
Abi R.6 years ago · 1 review

Me and my boyfriend went for an anniversary meal. It had a really lovely atmosphere and AMAZING food. We will definitely be going back again and will be recommending to family and friends.

"Not good "
2/6
Vinny P.6 years ago · 1 review

Food was to a high standard as usual at the railway but at 7:30 on a Friday the bar area was way too noisy which boomed through to the front dining area to my myself and my partner this was too much we could hardly hear each other speak on a few occasions which made our experience of the railway alittle deflated and poor my partner and I only had a main and left , if it were quieter for diners My partner and i would have stayed and experienced all the courses and enjoyed the evening a lot more without leaving prematurely

"Good"
4/6
ken s.6 years ago · 1 review

Good service and food though bar area became too busy for staff to cope with "early doors" drinkers blocking access. This did detract from dining experience.

"Excellent"
6/6
Pat S.6 years ago · 1 review

We had a lovely meal here last Saturday. The food and wine were delicious and the service was very good. Can definitely recommend it and will return!

"Excellent"
6/6
Janet P.6 years ago · 1 review

Excellent food and presentation. Friendly and attentive staff. We enjoyed celebrating a family birthday and would definitely recommend. We had the roast dinners and the sticky toffee pudding was one of the best I’d tasted!

"Excellent"
6/6
Mandy B.6 years ago · 3 reviews

Always fantastic fresh food the team can’t accommodate you and your needs enough looking forward to our next visit already thanks to the whole railway team.

"Excellent"
6/6
John F.6 years ago · 1 review

Had a fantastic lunch with very friendly service. The quality of all the food was excellent and freshly prepared and cooked. Also, setting and decor very welcoming.

"Very good"
5/6
Scott G.6 years ago · 1 review

Excellent food and wide range of drinks on offer. Very good service - the only slight negative was having to ask for our order to be taken, but the place was extremely busy and that was understandable. The weather wasn't good enough to enjoy the garden but gives us a reason to return. Have already recommended to a couple of friends.

"Good"
4/6
Jill T.6 years ago · 5 reviews

Enjoyed the food and service but didn’t like where our table was positioned which was too close to the kitchen area making it not a relaxing experience.

"Good"
4/6
Carole B.6 years ago · 1 review

Lovely table, good service. Food very well presented but confit chicken leg lacked something maybe a jus or something. Overall enjoyable lunch though in a nice atmosphere.

"Excellent"
6/6
Tracy H.6 years ago · 1 review

Our first ever visit. We had a fabulous three course meal. Food was prompt and beautifully cooked. We will visit again. Highly recommend to all.

"Good"
4/6
Peter B.6 years ago · 1 review

The attention fron the staff was first class. My wife has the sea bass fillett which was excellent, I chose the sirloin steak which was less than average, the meat being grainey and less than tender.

"Very good"
5/6
Donna B.6 years ago · 2 reviews

Really good Sunday Roast well cooked and presented. Pleasant surroundings and staff always attentive and polite. Lovely outside eating area A regular choice on a Sunday

"Excellent"
6/6
Tim C.6 years ago · 2 reviews

Superb service & brilliant food. Cooked to perfection & nothing was too much trouble. One of the best Sunday dinners we've ever had. Will be back.

"Very good"
5/6
C T.6 years ago · 1 review

The Food was excellent, the service good and not intrusive. It was a lovely evening and had chance to sit outside before dining without being rushed to our table.

"Not good "
2/6
Margaret C.6 years ago · 1 review

Don't chose a Friday music evening when going out for a meal if you actually want to have a chat with your friends. The noise was horrendous, people having to shout to have a conversation due to the musician. Completely spoilt our evening and you must also take into account the fact you are paying high end price for your food and the whole experience was not a pleasant one. The Railway Inn were contacted with regards our grievance but failed to respond!!!!!

"Excellent"
6/6
SINEAD D.6 years ago · 1 review

Excellent food and service, even on a bank holiday weekend . I would recommend it to everyone and can’t wait to go back again !

"Excellent"
6/6
Janine R.6 years ago · 1 review

A lovely roast dinner and the service was excellent. I would definitely recommend this restaurant. It was very family friendly so a great place to take the children

"Very good"
5/6
Christine S.6 years ago · 7 reviews

As ever, good food, excellent service, and, for us, very close to home. A very tasty Sunday lunch. (My only very small criticism is that I would prefer my gravy to be served separately.)

"Excellent"
6/6
Emma M.6 years ago · 1 review

This was our first time to The Railway and we were very impressed. The pub was beautiful inside...we are sat in two cosy armchairs! The service was great and everyone was very welcoming. The best part was the food...I had the roast pork and my partner had roast beef... both we're delicious. The sticky toffee pudding for dessert was a lovely treat. We will definitely be back.

"Very good"
5/6
Ron W.6 years ago · 1 review

The food and service excellent, However it did become very noisey. However you can't stop clents talking So if want the food we put up with it .

"Very good"
5/6
Rosie G.6 years ago · 1 review

Lovely food and good service. It was very busy last night and we were kept waiting for our table (so that’s why it’s 5 and not 6). The food came quickly even though the place was busy. We were a little disappointed in the presentation of the sticky toffee pudding - just in a bowl with a small scoop of ice cream - lots of sauce though and rich and gorgeous. We shall be back.

"Excellent"
6/6
Tersha F.6 years ago · 1 review

Fantastic food and environment. Staff and kitchen are always extremely accommodating. We are regular visitors and it is always a pleasure to visit for something to eat or a quiet drink.

"Excellent"
6/6
Linda R.6 years ago · 1 review

Excellent, friendly , welcoming service and really good food. Kitchens highly visible and very wholesome with efficient chefs working well as a team Will definitely repeat experience

"Excellent"
6/6
Brian I.6 years ago · 2 reviews

Faultless- what more can I say !!- Service,price,quality,and very friendly - just a great place to eat and drink - Just give it a try -Brian

"Good"
4/6
Barnaby H.6 years ago · 1 review

Food good, but lacking in the finer details. No apple sauce or horseradish. Service a little slow towards the end of the meal. Staff very good.

"Very good"
5/6
Neil P.6 years ago · 1 review

There was a good atmosphere and all the staff were friendly and attentive all the way through. Any delays or minor errors were fully apologised rather than just ignored. It was a nice varied (but small) menu to choose from and the food was fully enjoyed, especially the sticly toffee pudding. Not the cheapest but reasonable value for money from the a la carte menu.

"Very good"
5/6
Clive A.6 years ago · 1 review

Excellent meal in a pleasantly "alive" atmosphere.Waiting staff were attentive and efficient.Meals were delivered promptly. My friends said (unprompted) that they would definitely return to the Railway when they next return from Spain.

"Good"
4/6
Greig w.6 years ago · 1 review

Mixed bag. The restaurant/pub was smart and welcoming but toilet area (next to entrance) smelled eye wateringly of disinfectant. Service was friendly but a little slow (30 minutes to be asked about dessert) and food was fine if a little overpriced (£9 for trifle portion, £13 for unspectacular burger)

"Excellent"
6/6
Peter M.6 years ago · 5 reviews

Sunday lunch did not disappoint. Excellent roast beef and roast chicken with plenty of gravy and potatoes. Will definitely be back again. Great atmosphere and place busy

"Excellent"
6/6
Viv C.6 years ago · 2 reviews

Excellent place service great ,food quality top notch ,set menu good value ,going again for birthday ,with family which includes children who are catered for well.

"Excellent"
6/6
Kate H.6 years ago · 5 reviews

Another great meal once again. Excellent quality food and packed full of flavour - the arancini and the squid were particularly standouts. The steak is highly recommended and perfectly cooked medium rare. Service great. A wonderful team and a really good to see so many of the same faces. Only improvement would be a portable ramp so we could access the bar, main part of the restaurant and the veranda rather being restricted to the small dining area at the front.

"Excellent"
6/6
John H.6 years ago · 1 review

Great menu, friendly service, good quality drinks, excellent live music and atmosphere - really good evening. All our choices were tasty and just the right size. Will definitely go back

"Excellent"
6/6
Phil G.6 years ago · 2 reviews

Both my wife and I had an excellent meal at the Railway . Would recommend it!!

"Very good"
5/6
Jackie P.6 years ago · 2 reviews

Lovely meal in great surroundings with live music. A great night out with friends. We will definitely recommend The Railway and will be back soon, thank you.

"Very good"
5/6
Katy S.6 years ago · 2 reviews

Very busy, so had to wait for drinks and service, but excellent food. Will be returning!

"Excellent"
6/6
Diana T.6 years ago · 1 review

A hot, busy Saturday evening at The Railway. We were welcomed with a big smile, and shown to our table, and orders were taken quickly. Our drinks arrived soon, and when the appetisers were put on the table, we fell on them with delight. Beautiful soft focaccia soaked up the balsamic and the aioli extremely effectively, and the olives were delicious. The starters were exquisitely presented, and looked almost too good to eat - but the gazpacho was the best I've ever had, and the other three starters received equal praise. Our fish was beautifully cooked, and the portions were just the right size. An exceptional meal, and we will certainly be visiting again. Thank you.

"Excellent"
6/6
Neal F.6 years ago · 4 reviews

We've only fairly recently started going to the Railway but it's quickly become our favourite Nottingham restaurant for food and service, love it!

"Excellent"
6/6
Simon J.6 years ago · 3 reviews

The Railway has to be one of the best places to enjoy a perfect Sunday lunch. I can not fault the service, surroundings, food and ambiance. Keep up the good work.

"Excellent"
6/6
Angela C.6 years ago · 2 reviews

Love The Railway, we always have a fantastic meal and receive excellent friendly service, the pub is always spotless, always recommending to my friends, love it x

"Excellent"
6/6
Dominic S.6 years ago · 1 review

First time and will definitely be back, fantastic food and really great service. Loved the decor and outside area perfect in the sunshine. Thank you

"Very good"
5/6
JANET H.6 years ago · 1 review

A very nice lunch, shame the waitress did not pass on the message that we wanted main course sized staters as a single course. so it was a small portion

"Excellent"
6/6
Neil O.6 years ago · 1 review

We had the most wonderful meal to celebrate our wedding anniversary , The menu has lots of choice with the use of fresh seasonal vegetables and the fish was a delight. The biggest issue for me was making the decision of what to order because it all look fantastic and didn't disappoint when it arrived at the table in very quick time despite being very busy in the restaurant, desert was the same difficult decision so I went for the trifle and the flavors were brilliant each mouthful was a taste explosion . The bar had lots of fine gin's including the famous burleigh pink which is my wife's favorite many thanks to the Railway for a great first visit and I'm sure we will be coming back. A special mention to Kendon who was very attentive and knowledgeable.

"Excellent"
6/6
Andrew B.6 years ago · 3 reviews

Last minute decision to take Sunday lunch out. The team at the Railway were more than accommodating. Two of us dining, food was superb. Staters of a chilled Gazpacho and the best ‘cheese on toast’ you will ever experience then 2 Roast dinner mains (Pork Belly and Chicken). Whole plate was amazing. No room left for a pud each so had to share a cheese plate...😂Thanks guys! A very pleasant afternoon.

"Very good"
5/6
Phil G.6 years ago · 2 reviews

Great pub ,lovely food ,nice decor attentive staff and the service is very very good . I did think the wine was a touch expensive but overall a very pleasant experience !

"Very good"
5/6
Debbie S.6 years ago · 2 reviews

Excellent meal as usual. Main course portion a bit large. Staff friendly and attentive. Just the way to celebrate my OU exam results. Definitely visiting again soon

"Average"
3/6
libby R.6 years ago · 1 review

The food was excellent as always but the service was very rushed and disorganised. There were 3 wait staff serving us at any one time (table of 2) and as a result we were served our nibbles almost at the same time as our mains. Whilst you don’t want to wait for long periods for food, we did feel a bit like we were in a fast food establishment rather than out for a leisurely lunch. After many positive experiences here, we will certainly go back as we are sure this was a one off!

"Excellent"
6/6
Sandra J.6 years ago · 1 review

Excellent food and very professional and welcoming staff. The desserts were delicious and the fresh tuna Niçoise salad special was the best I’ve ever had. !!

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