Rickerby Retreat

Rickerby Retreat reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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   Laura

   Cumbria1 review

   3.0

   Dined 4 days ago

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 3
   3. Service 1
   4. Ambience 3

   The service was very slow. We waited a long time for someone to take a drinks order. We then had to ask if we could place an order for food. The food took a very long time to be served. Also to note there was very few veggie friendly main meals.
   

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   Alexander

   Cumbria3 reviews

   4.0

   Dined on May 3, 2025

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 3
   4. Ambience 4

   I really enjoyed Rickerby Retreat and found the food and drink to be of high quality. Burgers and Falafel Wraps we’re key winners here - both very fresh, juicy and delicious. The ambience is very pleasant too and lovely views of the park but can get cooler on the terrace at a night and a little spooky with limited lighting. Service is acceptable - lacks personalisation and took a little while at times but still not terrible. Value was okay too.
   

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   Nicola

   Dumfries and Galloway1 review

   5.0

   Dined on April 27, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Yorkshire pudding wrap is delicious. Bramble cocktail really well made.
   

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   Jacqueline

   Yorkshire3 reviews

   3.0

   Dined on April 18, 2025

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 3
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 3

   Disappointed to be honest, no complaints on previous visits, however on this occasion, the sandwichs which are supposed to be "finger" sandwiches were huge and dry , the scones were bought in and hard , the preserve wasn't even in a bowl , just two catering packets .We had to ask for tea and were given one small pot between two people. There was no choice of tea offered , just standard. Then to top it all off our champagne bottle was plonked on the table without the offer of an ice bucket or anything to keep it cold , not impressed at all .
   

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   Leah

   Cumbria1 review

   1.0

   Dined on April 16, 2025

   1. Overall 1
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 1
   4. Ambience 4

   We booked a table for 4pm- this was a special occasion as my best friend is getting married this weekend. I booked 4pm - the reservation clearly stated food & drink. We got there ordered food and a bottle of wine, they came and both were amazing. But to our utter shock the servicer came over at 4:30 (after just getting our food) to tell us they closed in half an hour. I told him that I was never told this and it is completely impossible to eat and drink everything within an hour!!!! It really put a whole downer on the experience. I had to quickly book somewhere else for a couple of drinks afterwards! It is completely unacceptable to give us 1 hour and not tell us this!! The servicer then at 4:45 proceeded to put the bill on the table! It is not the level of service i expected from this establishment and quite frankly embarrassing! Not happy at all
   

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   Bobby

   Cumbria1 review

   4.0

   Dined on April 12, 2025

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   The service was fantastic, and the food and drinks were to die for!
   

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   Sandra

   Cumbria2 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on April 12, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   As usual lovely food, lovely views, good value, great service. Thank you
   

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   Sandra

   Cumbria2 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on April 5, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Always great food, lovely environment, good service, good value for money.lovely view. Would always recommend.
   

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   Jacqueline

   Yorkshire3 reviews

   4.0

   Dined on March 14, 2025

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 4

   Food was nice , the staff were absolutely great, very attentive and had actually read my request for a quiet table . My only negative comment would be , I wasn't able to have afternoon tea as I hadn't pre booked it . This was not mentioned during booking .
   

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    Valerie

    Cumbria1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 11, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5

    Relaxing and a wonderful view with gorgeous food. Would recommend.
    

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