Cartel Brasserie & Grill

Name: Cartel Brasserie & Grill
Address: 17 Cotton End, Northampton, West Northamptonshire, United Kingdom, NN4 8BS
Telephone: 01604 422720
Price range: £26 to £40
Rating: 4.5

4.5 (127)

£26 to £40

Fusion / Eclectic

17 Cotton End, Northampton, West Northamptonshire NN4 8BS

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2 people

Jul 11, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 13 times today

About this restaurant

Good for special occasions
Great for creative cocktails
Fancy

Indulge in an extraordinary dining experience at CARTEL, located in the heart of Northamptonshire. Immerse yourself in a world where tradition intertwines with innovation, creating a symphony of flavours that tantalize the senses. Discover a culinary haven split over two floors and an impressive garden, each offering a unique ambience. We invite you on a journey of gastronomic exploration, where every dish is meticulously crafted to celebrate global cuisines while honoring local ingredients. Our menu caters to every palate, including steak aficionados, pan-Asian enthusiasts, and vegetarians alike. Indulge in perfectly grilled steaks or savour slow-cooked meats that melt in your mouth. Enjoy an elegant and vibrant atmosphere at CARTEL, great live music, eclectic wines and handcrafted cocktails. We are committed to delivering an unforgettable dining experience with impeccable service. We offer Stunning Indoor Dining & Heated Outdoor Patios, as well as, Private Rooms.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
£26 to £40
Cuisines
Fusion / Eclectic, Cocktail Bar, Steak
Hours of operation
Mon–Sat 12:00 pm–11:00 pm Sun 12:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
01604 422720
Website
http://www.cartelnorthampton.com/
Payment options
Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress

Location
17 Cotton End, Northampton, West Northamptonshire NN4 8BS
Neighborhood
Northampton
Cross street
New South Bridge Rd.
Parking details
CARTEL offers its own parking space behind the restaurant. Please ensure to register your car registration number upon arrival to avoid any fines, as car park is ANPR camera operated.
Public transit
The closest station to CARTEL is Northampton station. This is a 5 minute driving distance from CARTEL, or 20 minute walking distance. Bus services would be recommended from station.
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 127 people are saying

Cartel Brasserie & Grill reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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4.5

4.5 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.5Service
4.5Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Energetic

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Best Food
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Best Ambiance
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Best Value
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Good for business meals
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Good for groups
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Healthy
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Great for fine wines
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Good for special occasions
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Vegetarian-friendly
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Lively
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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Cartel Brasserie & Grill in Northampton offers an impressive dining experience with "amazing food" and "top-tier service." The menu features a delightful mix of Indian, Middle Eastern, and British dishes, with "juicy, tender steaks" and "beautifully presented" meals. Although noise levels can be high, the "lively atmosphere" and "friendly staff" make it a favorite spot for special occasions.

127 Reviews

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Wendy
Norfolk/Suffolk1 review
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Food was quite simply superb. Lovely decor and ambience.
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Viktors
Northampton/Northamptonshire1 review
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Nice atmosphere and very nice service. Great food.
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Alexandra
Northampton/Northamptonshire1 review
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent service all round. Food choice great, service was impeccable and the decor and design was lovely. This was probably one of the best meals we have had in a long time. Food arrived in good time and was nice and hot and served in an elegant manor. Portions were a very healthy size and we all came away very happy and full. Would highly recommend
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Katarzyna
Northampton/Northamptonshire1 review
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Very good food, top-notch service, great atmosphere. Very good food, top-notch service, great atmosphere.
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Max
Northampton/Northamptonshire1 review
4.0
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
Came with my partner for a meal on my birthday using a voucher I was gifted. Place was very nice and high end but I would say food was abit expensive, but as we had a voucher was okay! Very very busy and packed in though almost touching the next tables guests arms.. Very high end feeling nice restaurant. Definitely one of the nicest places in Northampton and no complaints atall. Overall 7.5/10
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david
Northampton/Northamptonshire3 reviews
4.0
Dined on July 3, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
Fantastic food but service was slow. Noise and overcrowing remain problems they can easily solve.
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Andrew
Yorkshire1 review
5.0
Dined on June 28, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great service and the food was great. Would like more Gluten free options and add Gluten free desserts.
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Izaac
Northampton/Northamptonshire1 review
5.0
Dined on June 28, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
We had the sirloin steaks and the boneless wings as a starter, all the food was great and the service from Sophie was amazing. Definitely recommend
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Louise
London3 reviews
1.0
Dined on June 21, 2025
1. Overall 1
2. Food 3
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 3
I chose this restaurant to celebrate my mum’s 71st Birthday. Unfortunately, what should have been a special and enjoyable occasion was overshadowed by unnecessarily poor service. When my mother’s meal was brought out incorrectly, I politely pointed this out and expected it to be corrected without fuss. Instead, the waitress returned shortly after, insisted the meal was correct, and placed it abruptly back on the table. This felt dismissive and unnecessarily confrontational, especially as it involved the birthday meal for my mum. What could have been a simple, easily resolved mistake was turned into an embarrassing and awkward situation in front of our family. When I raised this with the manager, rather than listening or showing any understanding, we were essentially told that staff do not make mistakes — as though the fault lay entirely with us. I found this attitude deeply disappointing. It’s frustrating enough when errors happen, but to then be made to feel as though you’re being dishonest adds a completely avoidable layer of upset to what should have been a happy occasion. Ironically, another error with a steak order at our table was acknowledged and rectified without issue, which only highlights that mistakes do happen — and can be handled graciously when staff choose to do so. Sadly, in our case, there was no such grace or professionalism. The fish was dry and overcooked and the meal was not enjoyed. After this staff became less attentive. The whole situation created unnecessary upset and discomfort that completely took away from my mum’s special day. Based on this experience and the defensive approach to feedback I’ve since seen in responses to other reviews, I won’t be returning
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S
Northampton/Northamptonshire2 reviews
4.0
Dined on June 21, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Really nice food, portions were really big . Staff were very attentive great service. Reasonably priced for the food quality and portions. Only small negative was the very loud happy birthday music.
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Cartel Brasserie & Grill is rated 4.5 stars by 127 OpenTable diners.

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2 people

Jul 11, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 13 times today

17 Cotton End, Northampton, West Northamptonshire NN4 8BS

Additional information

Cross street
New South Bridge Rd.
Neighborhood
Northampton
Hours of operation
Mon–Sat 12:00 pm–11:00 pm Sun 12:00 pm–10:00 pm
Price
£26 to £40
Cuisines
Fusion / Eclectic, Cocktail Bar, Steak
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
CARTEL offers its own parking space behind the restaurant. Please ensure to register your car registration number upon arrival to avoid any fines, as car park is ANPR camera operated.
Public transit
The closest station to CARTEL is Northampton station. This is a 5 minute driving distance from CARTEL, or 20 minute walking distance. Bus services would be recommended from station.
Payment options
Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.cartelnorthampton.com/
Phone number
01604 422720

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