Name: Forresters Bar & Restaurant with Rooms
Address: 52-53 Market Place, Middleton in Teesdale, Barnard Castle, Barnard Castle, Barnard Castle, DL12 0QH, United Kingdom
Rating: 9

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Teesside International Airport

Newcastle International Airport

Forresters Bar & Restaurant with Rooms

Barnard Castle

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We went for a family meal after Christmas. The food was not French -I've lived and worked in France - and had a weird warmed up taste. The ambiance was not good, and the landlord seemed uninterested, aloof. Found out later, through local newspaper that this restaurant has a hygiene rating of one! One out of five!  -its a wonder we weren't ill.

The restaurant has a one-star hygiene rating!

We went to the restaurant for a special 50th birthday celebration for dinner and although the food was very good the actual restaurant was very disappointing. There was no ambiance due to the amount of bright wall lights on. We felt it was like being in a cafeteria rather than a restaurant for a special occasion. We were disappointed the staff made no reference it was a special birthday despite the fact I mentioned it when I booked the table. The staff although efficient did not interact with us at all even though they weren’t overly busy and we left after the main course as we couldn’t face being there any longer which was such a shame. The staff didn’t ask if everything was ok or if we needed anything, they weren’t attentive at all and need to improve on customer interaction. 

Food good shame about the venue 

Made a point of visiting Forresters after visiting Barnard Castle. The food was as excellent last time as it was this time.
Entering from the bar we were welcomed by a friendly young barman who doubled up as waiter. We chose to sit in the restaurant - away from the clatter of the pool table.
To start we ordered cheese soufflé and crispy chicken. Both were well prepared and presented. My only recommendation would be that the chicken could be accompanied by something to add a little ’kick’ to the dish. The accompanying chutney didn’t quite pull it off. That’s not to say that it wasn’t thoroughly enjoyed!

For mains we ordered belly pork and boeuf bourgignon. Double excellence. Tender pork with really tasty accompaniments. Fall apart beef with a rich sauce and generous portion of mash. Both without doubt among the very best food we have eaten out for a long time.

Food prices are just a little on the high side but at around £30 a head including two drinks each, it represented really good value for money.

TOP NOTCH NOURRITURE

Stayed 2 nights. Room was nice. Quite quirky with the bathroom upstairs. Room was lovely and warm on our arrival and very clean. We had two dogs and this was not an issue. Room had everything re facilities. Tea / coffee, TV, hairdryer, iron and ironing board. Water was hot and plentiful.
The room is above the pub so can be noisy, as can the noise of other guests getting to their room but this did bother us.
We dined the first night. Good selection and food was lovely.
Throughout staff were friendly and helpful. Asked if we needed a room refresh on the first morning but just needed more tea / coffee.
Hotel is great for local walks and links to Barnard Castle and High Force.
A great stay, thanks. Would definitely use again if in the area.


Great stay

We booked a large room with no stairs , which we were charged an extra £10 . When we arrived our room wasn’t available, so we were upgraded to a room with an upstairs bathroom .
I explained my conversation about my husbands hip problem and we were offered a small room with a generous £40 refund that we accepted.
We had lovely food in the restaurant , however the noise from the bar is like nothing we’ve experienced,we are toying with the idea of sleeping in the car ! I have the daddy of all headaches and it’s totally unacceptable ! 
Will will visit this village regularly but will
Never ever return here ! 

Do not stay here


The foresters provided excellent customer service and buffet for my Stepdads wake earlier in the week. The food for the buffet and service was outstanding.

So before leaving for home we decided to visit the restaurant for lunch.

We were welcomed with a warm greeting.

Lost for choice with an amazing menu. Lots of choice for everyone.

Everyone's meal was very well presented, tasted amazing and was really delicious. Great portion sizes which meant we need a return visit to try the deserts as we were too full Following starter's and main course.

I certainly recommend this restaurant and will be visiting again very soon.

A huge thank you to the Team at the Foresters.

Amazing food and service 

Booked with friends for a Birthday treat. What a find! The food was excellent, the service was, “top draw”. Looking at the wine list, I’ve encountered wore in Top London Restaurants.  The choice of all the courses were imaginative and well presented. Forgive the decor, it’s the food and the experience that you pay for. Definitely one to return to soon.

Great place for food!

Very poor twin room , bathroom was upstairs which is inadequate for people with a disability. This was not mentioned to us when booking mattress broken down replaced with foam padding. Expensive and poor breakfast not included. Would not recommend

Dissatisfied

It was a lovely surprise finding this little gem during our camping trip. I haven’t eaten French food as good as this outside of France.Beautiful food, served by friendly and knowledgeable staff. It was clear you had a system that didn’t overbook the restaurant to provide quality service to all of your customers. We enjoyed every bit of our meal. Thank you!

A hidden gem

Mixed experience here…

Food and service in the restaurant was really good. Both gammon and fillet steak medallions were tasty and cooked well with appropriate sides.

Bar was simple and basic but had a good range of ales, lagers, etc. plus spirits. Cask beer was well kept but did run out!

Room 5 was basic, which is fine a night or two, but very in need of some TLC. Generally a bit dated and shabby beyond wear-and-tear. Mostly clean and beds were fine, but some fitted sheets wouldn’t go amiss!

Shower and toilet worked but no where near perfectly.

Probably wouldn’t stay again.

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