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The Violet Green
The Violet Green Reviews

The Violet Green

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Reviews of The Violet Green (166)

Read what people think about The Violet Green. All restaurant reviews are written by verified Quandoo diners. Learn more about The Violet Green 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 Violet Green and book a table with confidence!

5.4/6

166 reviews

5.4/6

166 reviews

Food:Outstanding
Atmosphere:Excellent
Service:Excellent
Value for money:Good value
Waiting time:Exceptionally Good
Noise levels:Very pleasant
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"Excellent"
6/6
Max L.6 years ago · 1 review

Very good food, served at a pleasant pace, with friendly staff and proprietors. Not easy to find as at the back of the building, but well worth the effort

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

Food was real tasty! Loved the place, cosy and different!

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

Amazing little place food was outstanding especially the octopus starter

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

Had the early bird it was delicious and very good value for money. Excellent presentation and lovely atmosphere and the staff were great

"Excellent"
6/6
Bev A.6 years ago · 2 reviews

Very unusual setting, enjoyable experience. Food and atmosphere great. We had the early evening special, it was very good value. Interested in the Wed Chop Night

"Excellent"
6/6
Donna B.6 years ago · 1 review

A Stunning place with amazing food and excellent service. We went on Wednesday for the chop night special but will definitely be going back to try their main menu. Thanks all for a totally enjoyable evening :)

"Very good"
5/6
Jack M.6 years ago · 1 review

All fine. Interesting venue. Food good. Staff pleasant. Will probably return as it is within easy walking distance. A new venture that ought to succeed.

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

Lovely venue ideal for friends but also romantic meal...Not an extensive menu but good choice .. Food was lovely and well presented ..Service was excellent..Certainly would recommend a visit ..

"Very good"
5/6
Peter O.6 years ago · 7 reviews

Lovely venue and staff. The food is very well presented and the cauliflower croquettes are amazing. The steak was a little gristly but I think this happens now and again with steak. Other than that nice evening at Violet Green.

"Excellent"
6/6
Rebecca H.6 years ago · 2 reviews

Atmosphere amazing, staff amazing, food amazing, drinks amazing and venue amazing! Chop night was a winner! 😊 can’t wait to go back, just perfect, a little hidden gem!

"Excellent"
6/6
Janis G.6 years ago · 1 review

The food was excellent, the staff very friendly,the owners very attentive to our needs.its the third time we,ve eaten there and each time the service and food have een faultless .

"Excellent"
6/6
Edward J.6 years ago · 2 reviews

The only problem we had with The Violet Green was finding it..lol..Friendly Staff, great atmosphere...and the food was absolutely beautiful, fabulous presentation and taste. Thank for a great evening.

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

One word only needed "Amazing"!!!! A a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a amazing

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

The food was delicious and the setting was gorgeous. Very unique and interesting to find out some of the history surrounding the restaurant. I Will definitely come back!!!

"Excellent"
6/6
Debbie B.6 years ago · 2 reviews

Great atmosphere, very efficient service. Food is fantastic. One of the best steaks I've had - didn't need a steak knife, it was so tender. The homemade bread with crispy onions was tasty, as were the desserts.

"Excellent"
6/6
Shirley B.6 years ago · 1 review

The food was delicious, well worth every penny. Jane was very helpful and attentive. Lovely unique setting.Could not fault our visit. Would definitely go back

"Excellent"
6/6
Terry B.6 years ago · 1 review

Couldn’t fault anything - absolutely superb 👌🏼 Maybe a slightly bigger menu but what I chose on the menu was beautiful. Atmosphere and setting is quality.

"Excellent"
6/6
Ayleen W.6 years ago · 1 review

Served very quickly, food good value and excellent combination and variety. Definitely return. Good atmosphere and helpful pleasing staff . The food was beautifully presented

"Excellent"
6/6
Hannah B.6 years ago · 1 review

Fantastic place! Restaurant was lovely. Staff were really friendly. Food was incredible, perfect steak. Will definitely be recommending to friend. Can’t wait to come back.

"Excellent"
6/6
Sandra R.6 years ago · 8 reviews

Beautiful place - very good food, great service and some good options. Will certainly be back.

"Average"
3/6
Tom G.6 years ago · 2 reviews

Booked Sunday lunch, when it came the meat and most of the vegetables were cold! Hoping it was a 'one off', would try there again!

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

First visit to the Violet Green found the restaurant by chance. Really enjoyed the food and the atmosphere. Will definitely be back, already booked for Mother's Day.

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

Good food, good design of old bank vault, hope tasting menu starts up. Would be good to have chef selecting food again. Excellent music evening last Sunday

"Very good"
5/6
Brian S.6 years ago · 3 reviews

Came across this resteraunt by default but uncovered a little gem. Not easy to find but great ambience inside the rough walled cellar with a good menu including early bird. Food well presented. Nothing to fault it. It is now on our list of regular Saturday night foodie places.

"Excellent"
6/6
Louise E.6 years ago · 2 reviews

This was our fourth visit here, food is exceptional, the venue quirky, the menu comprehensive and the staff are brilliant. We will be back again soon.

"Very good"
5/6
Craig S.6 years ago · 1 review

Lovely restaurant, quite hard to find but well worth the hunt for it!!!! The staff did advise they were hoping to get approval for signage in the future.

"Excellent"
6/6
Hannah H.6 years ago · 2 reviews

Absolutely gorgeous place, went for date night was the perfect venue. Food was excellent, atmosphere and decor was stop on. I would 100% recommend this place to anyone

"Excellent"
6/6
Neville G.6 years ago · 3 reviews

Lovely meal at “chop night” Sirlion strip not a strip at all but big steak of gorgeous beef. Beautifully cooked with great sides. Didn’t want to lose lovely taste left in mouth, but didn’t regret the sweet of toffee apple panacotta. Replacing one great taste with another. Great and genuinely friendly service from Anna and Jane. I recommend a visit.

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

We went for Chop Night on the Wednesday night, and it did not disappoint, the food and service were amazing. We will be going back.

"Excellent"
6/6
Matt W.6 years ago · 2 reviews

What can I say, the new chop menu is delicious, staff were fantastic, and the atmosphere perfect we will definitely be going back again soon.

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

Very nice restaurant really good atmosphere really nice food reasonably priced for 2 courses will certainly return there again to try the Sunday lunch sometime soon

"Excellent"
6/6
David A.6 years ago · 2 reviews

Very nice cosy atmosphere, staff are very friendly and seem genuinel and want to help and look after you. The food was cooked to perfection, Butternut squash soup was delightful and the Sunday lunch very tasty with an extra pot of gravy as standard - would loose the cabbage and replace with peas. Well worth a try

"Excellent"
6/6
Mary N.6 years ago · 1 review

Excellent staff,lovely ambience and great food.We had a lovely evening on our first visit to this restaurant. Thank you very much.We will spread the word to friends.

"Excellent"
6/6
Scott B.6 years ago · 1 review

Great food and experience, can’t wait to come back. Thanks

"Good"
4/6
john d.6 years ago · 1 review

Food was very good but a little pricey. Service was attentive the food arrived without having to wait . Being in the vault of an old bank added to a very good evening .

"Good"
4/6
Victoria M.6 years ago · 1 review

Beautiful venue, food was average. Expected more. Stout sponge was incredibly dry. Food well presented but was a bit lacklustre. Felt like it was missing something to bring all of the elements together. Overall view, nice but left feeling slightly disappointed - doesn't quite hit the mark.

"Awful"
1/6
Sharon S.6 years ago · 1 review

Tasty food very small quantities and extremely overpriced. Food was very cool and not once were we asked if everything was ok so that we could mention the food was not warm enough. I was given the smallest espresso I have ever seen. It’s a great shame that a new restaurant in Norton will not make it because the owners have not got it right. The proof being that by 9 pm we were the only people left eating and only 2 other tables used during the evening.

"Good"
4/6
Hannah S.6 years ago · 2 reviews

delicious food and lovely atmosphere! I would definitely recommend to friends

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

We visited in mid December and were so impressed we decided to spend New Year's Eve here. my goodness we were not disappointed. from start to finish everything was superb and nothing was too much trouble. All the staff worked so hard to make everything run smoothly and it was perfect. we can't wait to come back.

"Excellent"
6/6
Naomi S.6 years ago · 7 reviews

I love it in here. Because it’s under the ships, it’s quite small, but in a good way. It makes it feel quaint and cosy, and not too noisy or too busy. It also means the food comes quickly. The food is so tasty and they use local produce too. The price is decent and you get value for your money in terms of quality and flavour. They also do set menus here so it’s worth a visit, just to try the incredible food.

"Awful"
1/6
Dawn R.6 years ago · 1 review

The food was very undercooked, we sent it back as 4 of our group had ordered duck and all were bloody. The food that came back was only a half portion and still very undercooked and tough.

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

Had the Sunday Lunch, The food was excellent,Both my wife and I had the beef,excellently cooked. A good variation of vegetables and a good sized Yorkshire pudding. Attentertive service made for a excellent expierience.

"Excellent"
6/6
Maggie G.6 years ago · 1 review

Fantastic Sunday lunch, the beef cooked to perfection and the Yorkshire puddings the best ever, ambience as always was relaxed and calm, would definitely recommend the violet green.

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

Had Sunday lunch,and it was excellent, Yorkshire puds were spot on ! Lovely place and staff, would highly recommend. Nice pint of budwadder too , Definitely going back

"Excellent"
6/6
Ann P.6 years ago · 3 reviews

Fabulous tasting food in a very warm and comfortable restaurant. Vaulted brick ceiling and walls along with candle lit tables adds to the charming atmosphere. Great service and food, will definitely go again.

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

Fantastic service, staff and food. Such a unique quirky place which was amazing. A very “made to feel special” experience and Chris took time to chat and talk us through the history of the place. We had the taster menu which was beautiful and very filling indeed. The chef was very friendly and jovial too (big chap with a beard) the younger of the two. Highly recommended and a must visit. Well Done! Mr & Mrs Kevin Rich, Norton.

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

Been here several times since opening and highly recommend The Violet Green. The restaurant has a perfectly styled setting, coupled with a relaxed atmosphere and excellent choice of music. It’s a calm and relaxed environment that allows you to destress and enjoy your evening. The service is attentive, friendly and uplifting. Food is consistently excellent, it’s refreshing to see regional produce and suppliers. The Chef certainly maximises flavours on a plate and a league above other restaurants. The owners have thought of everything and the restaurant delivers on all levels.

"Excellent"
6/6
Caroline G.6 years ago · 1 review

Went with friends. Fantastic new restaurant in Norton. Fantastic food and service. Real hidden gem. Would definitely recommend. Would be great for functions as well.

"Excellent"
6/6
Louise M.6 years ago · 6 reviews

Quirky but wonderful restaurant. The small plates work really well, and definitely give you a complete experience of being able to taste a lot of the menu, using produce from the butchers across the road. Will definitely return.

"Excellent"
6/6
Louise E.6 years ago · 2 reviews

Great restaurant, beautiful food and excellent service. We love the concept and the food here, this was our second visit. The staff are very friendly too

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