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Haddington
Town Centre
The Waterside Bistro
The Waterside Bistro Reviews

The Waterside Bistro

British, Seafood, European, Eat & Drink

Dishes priced around£14

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Reviews of The Waterside Bistro (481)

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

5.5/6

481 reviews

5.5/6

481 reviews

Food:Outstanding
Atmosphere:Excellent
Service:Excellent
Value for money:Great value
Waiting time:Exceptionally Good
Noise levels:Very pleasant
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"Excellent"
6/6
Ann D.4 months ago · 1 review

The service was great and food was great but what took shine of it was been over charge for 3 meal we did have so make sure you check your bill when you get problem my husband card did not work on the card machine so I had used my card that was very disappointing

"Excellent"
6/6
Laura T.4 months ago · 1 review

Delicious food, as always. Great atmosphere, attentive staff, lovely wine.

"Very good"
5/6
Andrew B.4 months ago · 1 review

Fab client greeting from.the boss, table ready 15 mins b4 time and in favourable position at window overlooking the bridge and river. Professional and courteous and explained the menu and specials. No rush service with a smile and food was fresh tasty and above average. Presentation great and drinks refilled with nompressure to serve the client. Always loved this venue and staff so good. Recommended without hesitation.

"Very good"
5/6
David W.4 months ago · 3 reviews

Excellent meal, served promptly and great value for money. Very well managed business.

"Excellent"
6/6
Joanne A.4 months ago · 1 review

Another fantastic meal at the consistently high quality Waterside. I had the venison from the daily specials menu which came with fondant potatoes and wild mushroom jus and it was delicious. Excellent and friendly service as always and nice to be able to sit outside for post dinner drinks overlooking the river. Highly recommend.

"Good"
4/6
Tina K.4 months ago · 1 review

The filo pastry haloumi and feta parcel would taste better baked than fried, just an observation.

"Very good"
5/6
Stephen W.4 months ago · 1 review

Lovely meal, great service, very pleasant surroundings. Kinda nailed it!

"Very good"
5/6
Anthony C.4 months ago · 1 review

Very warm welcome, everything was great. Would go back. 👍

"Excellent"
6/6
Quandoo Diner4 months ago · 1 review

Staff were lovely. Service was swift and food was great.

"Excellent"
6/6
Alison C.4 months ago · 1 review

Food excellent with decent sized portions & staff were very friendly and helpful. Good value for money.

"Very good"
5/6
Jean C.4 months ago · 1 review

Lovely spot, right on the river. As it was a beautiful summer evening we had drinks outside, and then dinner outside. Food was fresh, very well prepared and a good choice. My only disappointment was that all the specials were finished by 7:45, however the regular menu was good, and everything we ordered was well prepared. Excellent service from all the staff —a real pleasure to dine there.

"Excellent"
6/6
Shirley M.4 months ago · 1 review

Excellent as usual, best food and service. Thanks to all the staff at The Waterside

"Very good"
5/6
Jillian B.4 months ago · 1 review

Lovely food. A busy Saturday evening but good service despite how busy it was

"Excellent"
6/6
Moira S.4 months ago · 5 reviews

Great day was had thank you James and all the team.

"Excellent"
6/6
Sooi L.4 months ago · 2 reviews

Friendly service. Food was great too. The staff was very accommodating with the 3 boys in the party.

"Very good"
5/6
Jacqueline C.4 months ago · 1 review

Was our first time at the Bistro. Lovely place, very friendly and attentive staff. Great food. Would definitely return.

"Excellent"
6/6
Pam H.4 months ago · 5 reviews

Always enjoy our dining experience here. Amazing food, staff and atmosphere. On this occasion we had some special requirements which were taken care of without any issues.

"Excellent"
6/6
Heather C.4 months ago · 2 reviews

Service and food were exceptional, a very enjoyable evening in a lovely setting.

"Very good"
5/6
Thomas M.4 months ago · 1 review

Our party of six had another enjoyable lunch at the Waterside Bistro. We moved outside for coffee afterwards, as the sun had come out, and enjoyed the riverside setting

"Good"
4/6
Su T.4 months ago · 2 reviews

We returned here after a wonderful experience in March, but sadly it did not measure up! Our waiter was lovely and very attentive, but we felt incredibly rushed, we had hardly finished our starters when the main course arrived. We were sat in the restaurant near the toilets, so there was a constant stream of people, before we had sat in the bar area, where it was light, bright and we were able to take our time. Reqlly sad, as we did like our visit in March and were looking forward to returning. Also the dishes were far too big and we couldn't eat it all.

"Excellent"
6/6
Roy S.4 months ago · 1 review

Lunch time trip to the bistro was fantastic. Great choices on the menu and the food was excellent. Staff were first class as well and made for a very enjoyable visit. Thoroughly recommend a visit if you're in the area.

"Excellent"
6/6
neil h.4 months ago · 1 review

very good food nice setting will certainly be back again

"Excellent"
6/6
Callum B.4 months ago · 1 review

Great wee gem of a find. Initial welcome from front of house staff really appreciated. Asked for a widow seat in my comments and got one. Ordered fish & chips x3. Food was excellent 5🌟. Will definitely be back.

"Excellent"
6/6
Mark H.5 months ago · 1 review

As always - first class - and gluten & dairy free - no problem.

"Excellent"
6/6
Beverley M.5 months ago · 1 review

Loved the fish cakes, great New Zealand Riesling, excellent service

"Very good"
5/6
robert B.5 months ago · 1 review

Lovely venue, the staff were great and the food was wonderful.

"Very good"
5/6
Rae W.5 months ago · 1 review

Great meal and friendly service. Really enjoyed our time and would want to return

"Excellent"
6/6
Barry M.5 months ago · 1 review

Excellent restaurant with very attentive staff! Beautiful location! Highly recommended!

"Very good"
5/6
Catherine W.5 months ago · 1 review

We had an excellent lunch today and staff gave us good service.

"Excellent"
6/6
Barbara R.5 months ago · 1 review

Excellent in all ways! We thoroughly enjoyed our meal and will definitely return in the future.

"Very good"
5/6
Nancy K.5 months ago · 1 review

Always a pleasure to visit the Waterside. Excellent food and service.

"Very good"
5/6
Margaret I.5 months ago · 2 reviews

Staff are friendly and welcoming, food choice is great. Really good tasty food, we really enjoyed lunch.

"Excellent"
6/6
Toni B.5 months ago · 3 reviews

Great venue , great atmosphere, Great Service and Delicious food

"Very good"
5/6
Vasiliki P.5 months ago · 1 review

Excellent location, great food and service. I highly recommend 👌

"Excellent"
6/6
Eileen F.5 months ago · 1 review

Loved this place. Will definitely be returning would recommend to others worth a visit

"Good"
4/6
Nigel B.5 months ago · 1 review

busy and crowded in bar area, good atmosphere, food and staff.

"Very good"
5/6
Alexander H.5 months ago · 2 reviews

The food at the Waterside is always exceptional and the restaurant is charming.

"Very good"
5/6
Susan B.5 months ago · 1 review

Lunch with a friend - Food was lovely and service excellent!

"Very good"
5/6
Myfanwy T.5 months ago · 1 review

Great service. We sat outside as it was a beautiful day and staff were very attentive. Food was delicious we all had different dishes.

"Excellent"
6/6
Grant B.5 months ago · 1 review

We had a lovely meal. Great service. Amazing spot. We've been before and can't believe it's taken so long for us to come back! We will not wait so long next time.

"Very good"
5/6
Chris M.5 months ago · 1 review

Lovely restaurant and very friendly and efficient staff. The food is well cooked and presented. Good choice of meat and fish dishes but poor vegetarian choice. Great choice of beers and brinks and the setting by the river is beautiful

"Average"
3/6
PAUL D.5 months ago · 1 review

,Good food (Haddock, excellent batter, & Chips) and apple crumble, although you can’t serve a crumble that is all soft. Even sprinkle it with separate crunchy crumble if it’s been microwaved. Texture is everything. House wine (Sauvignon Blanc) good. Excellent service, although dining area so noisy, we could hardly hold a conversation.

"Very good"
5/6
Steven M.5 months ago · 1 review

Loved the quality for the food, extensive use of local produce and the attention to detail. Staff were excellent in supporting and enhancing the experience.

"Very good"
5/6
Richard C.5 months ago · 1 review

Nothing more to add -we all had a very pleasant evening with excellent food

"Excellent"
6/6
Michael M.5 months ago · 1 review

Lovely characterful restaurant in a riverside location. Attentive but not bothersome staff and top notch food.

"Not good "
2/6
Alison D.5 months ago · 1 review

Poor seating. Service without a smile. Very ordinary for price charged for food. Left feeling very disappointed.

"Very good"
5/6
Maggie L.5 months ago · 1 review

Friends took us to the Waterside. They enjoyed it very much. Thought the food was very good and the service was too.Would come again.

"Excellent"
6/6
Anne M.5 months ago · 1 review

It is many years since I have been to the restaurant, it won’t be so many till next time

"Very good"
5/6
Quandoo Diner6 months ago · 1 review

Lovely meal and super staff.Very friendly atmosphere.Good menu choice too.

"Very good"
5/6
Marika D.6 months ago · 1 review

Fantastic menu and service was excellent. Venue itself was picturesque and furnished to a high standard. Would highly recommend.

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