How is 1861 Restaurant restaurant rated?

Name: 1861 Restaurant
Address: Cross Ash, Abergavenny, Gwent, United Kingdom, NP7 8PB
Telephone: 0845 388 1861
Price range: £26 to £40
Rating: 4.4

1861 Restaurant

4.4 (29)

£26 to £40

British

Cross Ash, Abergavenny, Gwent NP7 8PB

About this restaurant

Innovative
Romantic
Good for special occasions

A foodie gem just outside Abergavveny in the picture postcard hamlet of Cross Ash, the 1861 Restaurant has caused quite a stir among Wales' gastronomic elite. Boasting two well deserved AA Rosettes, 1861 is the brainchild of chef Simon King and his wife, and front of house lead, Kate. Between them, Simon and Kate have several years experience in the restaurant business - and it really does show. Set in a beautiful old house complete with wood beams and original fireplaces, 1861 is welcoming and comfortable yet refined while service is of the very highest standard. The 1861 menu is produced using lovingly sourced ingredients produced nearby - often on neighbouring farms or at Kate's father's nursery - to ensure traceability and sustainability.

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Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
£26 to £40
Cuisines
British
Hours of operation
Tue–Sun 12:00 pm–2:00 pm Tue–Sat 7:00 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
0845 388 1861
Website
http://www.18-61.co.uk/
Payment options
Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual

Location
Cross Ash, Abergavenny, Gwent NP7 8PB
Neighborhood
Abergavenny
Parking details
Private Lot
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 29 people are saying

1861 Restaurant reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

4.4

4.4 based on all time ratings

4.3Food
4.4Service
4.1Ambience
4.0Value

Noise • Moderate

29 Reviews

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Ottergirl
London6 reviews
4.0
Dined on April 19, 2019
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
Our first visit to 1861 - for our wedding anniversary. A glorious Good Friday!...I thought that the restaurant would be busy as we were 'time restricted' to a 12.30 table...but very quiet...perhaps a bit TOO quiet for me!..this is a 'special restaurant' and the credentials of Simon, the Chef...explain why. Food was excellent...not 'twee', but full of interesting flavours etc. Excellent wine list. We will definitely return, but I think that my 'older' husband enjoyed it more than me. It would not pay to visit 'frequently' but season by season...it would be good to go. Service excellent from the Chef's wife. I found it a bit of quizzical experience and cannot quite put my finger on why........
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JoyG
Cambridge/Cambridgeshire1 review
2.0
Dined on September 26, 2018
1. Overall 2
2. Food 3
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 1
Unfortunately we were the only persons in the restaurant for most of our visit. The waitress was a little severe in her method of service and we sensed we needed to leave before we prefered. The food was acceptable but very expensive for the type of restaurant it is advertising. I realise it’s always a problem when you are the only party eating.
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Pudding
London27 reviews
5.0
Dined on September 1, 2018
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This is an outstanding restaurant. We were warmly welcomed and had a pre-dinner drink with delicious homemade snacks in a cosy bar. We had ample time to make our choice from a very attractive menu. The ambience in the restaurant was very relaxing. The food was outstanding, cooked with imagination and finesse. The produce was ethically and often locally sourced. The vegetables, grown in their own garden, were full of flavour. The Welsh lamb from a local farm was delicious. The sharing plate of beautiful crafted desserts were wonderful. Coffee came with delicious petit fours. We had a great evening and we cannot fault this restaurant, which we highly recommend.
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DavidT
South Wales1 review
4.0
Dined on July 1, 2018
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Excellent food with fantastic use of local seasonal produce. Appreciated the muse bouche which were a delight.
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AndrewK
South Wales1 review
5.0
Dined on May 24, 2018
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Lunchtime and the food simply stunning. Top notch cooking.
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TonyN
South Wales2 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 12, 2018
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Everything was just fantastic. Everyone one of the 7 courses on all 4 plates was eaten with anticipation of the next.
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SandraL
London1 review
3.0
Dined on April 22, 2018
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Told by restaurant that could only have 12:30 slot, however on arrival could see plenty of empty tables and nobody else arrived. Seems that bookings are for restaurant convenience? Food pretentious -we all ordered the beef roast which was tasty, but vegetables weird selection and Yorkshire puddings not good. Service was friendly and efficient. Would not go again.
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OpenTable Diner
South Wales1 review
3.0
Dined on September 23, 2017
1. Overall 3
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 2
We were 15 minutes after our due arrival time and were greated with "I was just about to call you I didn't think you were going to turn up" !
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Anon
London49 reviews
4.0
Dined on August 25, 2017
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Had lunch at this restaurant having heard good things about it. They do a great set meal as well as à la carte. It's a lovely place, and a great place to spend a couple of hours, eating some very good food. The French onion soup was lovely. Delicate yet full of flavour. The rouille was very light. The pudding - stem ginger 'floating island' with some rhubarb was beautiful. Light yet beautifully flavoured with the stem ginger. For me, the lamb with apricot was probably the weaker dish. I found it a little bland, but may be to others taste. Would definitely go again though, and overall very enjoyable
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OpenTable Diner
London1 review
5.0
Dined on August 11, 2017
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Great dinner. Think decor could have been updated slightly, but otherwise service and food great. Would highly recommend!
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Cross Ash, Abergavenny, Gwent NP7 8PB

Additional information

Neighborhood
Abergavenny
Hours of operation
Tue–Sun 12:00 pm–2:00 pm Tue–Sat 7:00 pm–9:00 pm
Price
£26 to £40
Cuisines
British
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Private Lot
Payment options
Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.18-61.co.uk/
Phone number
0845 388 1861

1861 Restaurant

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Menu

Course 1

Veloute of Woodland Mushrooms, Truffle Mousse

Course 2

Ravioli of Scallops, Champagne Cream

Duo of Smoked and Confit Goose, Sweet and Sour Cherries

Truffled Goats Cheese, Pickled Baby Beetroot

Course 3

Kir Royale Sorbet

Course 4

Fillet of Beef Rossini

Fillet of Seabass, Caviar Cream

Pork Belly, Braised in Apple Juice

Lightly Spiced Parsnip Tart Tatin

Course 5

Champagne Rhubarb Jelly, Vanilla Ice Cream

Course 6

Passion fruit Soufflé, White Chocolate Ice Cream

Trio of Mini Chocolate Desserts

Course 7

Freshly Brewed Coffee or Tea and Petit Fours

What 29 people are saying

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