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Priory Restaurant at Hitchin Priory Hotel, Hitchin, Hertfordshire

Priory Restaurant at Hitchin Priory Hotel

4.2 (45)
£26 to £40
European
Tilehouse Street, Hitchin, Hertfordshire SG5 2DL

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 1 time today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Great for brunch
Behind every delectable dish at Hitchin Priory Hotel stands the creativity, passion, and precision of our esteemed chef. With a culinary journey steeped in tradition yet infused with innovation, our chef embodies the essence of fine dining. His commitment to sourcing local produce, mastering global cuisines, and crafting unique flavour profiles ensures that every meal becomes a memorable experience for our guests. Join us in celebrating not just the food, but the artist behind it.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Elegant Dining
  • Price
    £26 to £40
  • Cuisines
    European, British, Afternoon Tea
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Daily 12:00 pm–3:00 pm Afternoon Tea Daily 12:00 pm–5:00 pm Dinner Mon–Sat 6:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    CHRISTOPHE PREAUDAT
  • Private party facilities
    Experience the variety and versatility of our extensive function rooms at Hitchin Priory Hotel. Each room carries its distinct charm and practicality, ensuring every event is as unique as its setting. From intimate board meetings to grand conferences and private dinners, we’ve got the perfect space to suit every need.
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Neighborhood
    Hitchin
  • Parking details
    Hotel Parking
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, High Tea, Outdoor Smoking Area, Private Room, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Father's Day

    £30.00 per person

    Jun 15, 2025 only
    Celebrate Father’s Day in Style at Hitchin Priory Hotel Sunday, June 16th | From 12:00 PM Treat Dad to something truly special this Father’s Day with our indulgent three-course Sunday roast experience at the stunning Hitchin Priory Hotel. Nestled in 19 acres of peaceful parkland, our historic venue offers the perfect setting for a relaxing afternoon with family. Enjoy a hearty, traditional roast with all the trimmings, crafted with seasonal ingredients and chef’s flair. 🎉 What’s Included: Delicious three-course Sunday roast A pint of beer (or soft drink alternative) for Dad A complimentary chocolate bar – a sweet thank-you to the man of the day Let us take care of everything while you celebrate the father figures in your life. Early booking is strongly recommended – tables fill fast! 📍 Hitchin Priory Hotel | Tilehouse Street, Hitchin 🍴 Book now on OpenTable to reserve your spot
    Father's Day Photo
  • Afternoon Tea

    £12.00 - £24.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    Experience the quintessence of British elegance with our delightful afternoon tea service. Immerse yourself in a timeless tradition celebrated amidst the historic charm of Hitchin Priory Hotel. Every element of our tea service is crafted with precision, ensuring your time with us becomes a cherished memory.
    Afternoon Tea Photo
  • Sunday Lunch

    £25.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    Welcome to a cherished British tradition – the Sunday Lunch. At Hitchin Priory Hotel, we honour this time-honoured custom with all the respect and delight it deserves. Nestled amidst the historic elegance of our hotel, our Sunday Lunch is more than just a meal; it’s an experience steeped in tradition, conviviality, and culinary excellence. 2 courses for £25.00 Please see the addon section if you would like to upgrade to 3 courses.
    Sunday Lunch Photo

What 45 people are saying

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

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4.2
4.2 based on recent ratings
  • 4.1Food
  • 4.4Service
  • 4.1Ambience
  • 4.2Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Priory Restaurant at Hitchin Priory Hotel offers a "great atmosphere" and "excellent service," with many patrons praising the "friendly, attentive staff." The afternoon tea is highlighted as "very good value" and "well presented." While the setting charms some, others note room for improvement in food quality and venue upkeep.

45 Reviews
  1. Katy

    Northampton6 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    The entrance to the hotel is sadly spoilt by multiple no parking signs- it gives a very down at heel appearance to a beautiful building. The waiting staff were smart and pleasant. The sandwiches were a little lack lustre ( butter and not margarine please!)and some additional filling would have been good eg pickle or chutney with the cheese. A bite size quiche, cheese twist and or some savoury crisps would have made all the difference to the tea. The cake selection was great as were the scones( these were light and fresh) There was a good choice of tea to go with the meal. We would have liked to have been offered a second pot of tea half way through the meal and not when we were paying the bill. A few small changes would make a big difference!

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  2. Natalee

    Bedfordshire2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 3, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This is my second visit here for Afternoon Tea, i would highly rate this for good value, great atmosphere & excellent service & food is yummy too!

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  3. Jo

    Kent4 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on April 27, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 1
    The food was ok, service was excellent but the setting was really disappointing! Cobwebs on dirty windows, dated tables would’ve looked better with tablecloths.

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  4. Michelle

    Norfolk/Suffolk1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 13, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Your staff were all excellent especially David! We sat in the atrium for afternoon tea, had a lovely experience, thank you. All made extra special by friendly, attentive and caring staff. Thank you.

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  5. Natalee

    Bedfordshire2 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on April 12, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very relaxed atmosphere, great service, & a good selection of food very Tasty. Would recommend

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  6. Pamela

    Hertfordshire1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 30, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    First time going to The Priory and it was lovely. Greeted at the entrance professionally and taken to our table where we had afternoon tea. I am a vegetarian and when served our food they went through what we had and what was different. The food was lovely, perfectly made and very fresh. We couldn't finish it so they allowed us to take it home in a box which was brilliant. Service was excellent, checked everything was OK, but towards the end they stopped coming over so took a while to get someone's attention to let them know we was finished, only reason for the 4 star on service, but they was very professional and polite The cost of the food was fantastic for the quality and service. We will definitely be back and highly recommend. Beautiful place, excellent overall

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  7. Laura VIP

    London7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 30, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great service, lovely setting but food wasn’t enough

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  8. Andrea

    Buckinghamshire2 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on March 29, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very good value afternoon tea. Tasty and well presented. Staff were friendly and professional at all times. Lovely environment. Not too many tables squeezed into the space so felt airy and private. Would definitely recommend

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  9. Tatiana

    Hertfordshire1 review

    4.0

    Dined on March 29, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Very attentive staff and service. Atmosphere was relaxed and enjoyable. However, the food was not to expectations. Bread roll was stale and hard, olive and balsamic dip was mainly olive oil as balsamic vinegar was stuck to the base. Main meals were fine but tarte tatin was poor as it looked microwaved. Drinks selection for non-alcoholic beverages could be improved with wider selection. Overall, we did not find it value for money.

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  10. Martin

    Hertfordshire1 review

    4.0

    Dined on March 28, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Very nice relaxing venue. The food was very good and the service was excellent too. Would recommend.

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Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 1 time today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Priory Restaurant at Hitchin Priory Hotel

Tilehouse Street, Hitchin, Hertfordshire SG5 2DL

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Hitchin
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Daily 12:00 pm–3:00 pm Afternoon Tea Daily 12:00 pm–5:00 pm Dinner Mon–Sat 6:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    £26 to £40
  • Cuisines
    European, British, Afternoon Tea
  • Dining style
    Elegant Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Hotel Parking
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    CHRISTOPHE PREAUDAT
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, High Tea, Outdoor Smoking Area, Private Room, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Phone number
  • Private party facilities
    Experience the variety and versatility of our extensive function rooms at Hitchin Priory Hotel. Each room carries its distinct charm and practicality, ensuring every event is as unique as its setting. From intimate board meetings to grand conferences and private dinners, we’ve got the perfect space to suit every need.
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