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Leicester's Restaurant

The Great House Hotel | High Street, Bridgend CF32 0HP, Wales
+44 (0)1656 657644
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Ranked #3 of 89 restaurants in Bridgend
Price range: $30 - $45
Hours:
Sun - Sat 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Wed - Mon 7:00 pm - 9:30 pm
Cuisines: European, British
Dining options: Reservations
Description: Holding 2 coveted AA Rosettes and twice named Country Restaurant of the Year, Leicester's Restaurant is worth going out of the way for. Located in the rolling green valleys of South Wales, Leicester's is tucked inside the charming Great House Hotel in Bridgend - perfect for any kind of getaway. Fresh Welsh produce is used as often as possible, and the restaurant strives to use organic local produce wherever possible, including fresh fish caught in nearby Porthcawl. Sample a terrine of free range chicken and foie gras with parsnip puree and house dried figs, or the justifiably famous Welsh beef, served in a red wine and shallot sauce on creamed cabbage. Lunch specials are also worth a look.
Restaurant details
Dining options: Reservations
Description: Holding 2 coveted AA Rosettes and twice named Country Restaurant of the Year, Leicester's Restaurant is worth going out of the way for. Located in the rolling green valleys of South Wales, Leicester's is tucked inside the charming Great House Hotel in Bridgend - perfect for any kind of getaway. Fresh Welsh produce is used as often as possible, and the restaurant strives to use organic local produce wherever possible, including fresh fish caught in nearby Porthcawl. Sample a terrine of free range chicken and foie gras with parsnip puree and house dried figs, or the justifiably famous Welsh beef, served in a red wine and shallot sauce on creamed cabbage. Lunch specials are also worth a look.
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Cambridgeshire
Senior Contributor
35 reviews 35 reviews
14 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 26 cities Reviews in 26 cities
41 helpful votes 41 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 24, 2013 NEW

Everything was excellent until the beef filet arrived. Friday night has been steak night for myself and my wife for decades and believe me we know how the texture of filet steak should be! It looked good, the aroma was mouth watering and at £30 a pop I confidently expected the knife to glide through the medium rare flesh releasing... More

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anglesey
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21 reviews 21 reviews
3 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
13 helpful votes 13 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 23, 2013

My wife and I found Leicesters restaurant tucked away within the great house complex at Bridgend, we had been recomended this venue while staying at the Hilton in Cardiff, and travelling out for the day stopped off here for a truly memorable meal, we were attended to by a lovely turned out young lady by the name of Cara I... More

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greathouse, General Manager at Leicester's Restaurant, responded to this review
April 24, 2013

It was a pleasure to read your review of your experience at Leicester's - thank you! We hope to welcome you again on your next visit to South Wales. More

Penarth, United Kingdom
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9 reviews 9 reviews
7 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
3 of 5 stars Reviewed April 9, 2013

Just like my school reports, this very attractive 'traditional' eaterie promises much but could do so much better. The food is acceptable, but nothing special. The main issue is the lack of activity from the staff ; plenty of sitting down... And yet when one goes to the bar for a drink they are nowhere to be seen and on... More

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greathouse, Owner at Leicester's Restaurant, responded to this review
April 12, 2013

Thanks for the feedback. So sorry you felt you were not taken care of properly when you visited. I have spoken to our general manager and asked him to remind all staff of the importance of taking extra care of the guests on quiet nights when they may be a little too relaxed in their approach to guests. Please let... More

London, United Kingdom
2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 8, 2013 via mobile

My wife and I ate at the restaurant while we were staying at the hotel- the food and service was outstanding. The staff were impeccably well-mannered, and served the courses beautifully- it was clear they put customers first, not just because they offered us complimentary amuses-bouches which arrived with our aperitifs while we were sitting in the bar before our... More

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greathouse, Owner at Leicester's Restaurant, responded to this review
April 12, 2013

Thanks for the positive feedback. Look forward to seeing you again! More

Wales
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4 reviews 4 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 8, 2013

Fabulous afternoon with friends - service was excellent and the food and portions were spot on. Glass of wine tasted outstanding and the price was just right. I would highly recommend this Restaurant.Service was quick but not at all rushed.The staff were perfectly presented and really looked after us from the moment we walked through the door.We found The Great... More

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greathouse, Owner at Leicester's Restaurant, responded to this review
April 12, 2013

Thanks for taking the time to give a review. It's always good to know we are on the right track. More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 7, 2013 via mobile

If you are celebrating something special, this is the place to go. Staff could not do enough for you, they were simply superb. They were so attentive and nothing was to much trouble. I am so looking forward to going back. The food was perfect, I could not honestly find a flaw. Well Done!!

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greathouse, Owner at Leicester's Restaurant, responded to this review
April 12, 2013

You're very kind in your review, thanks so much. I have passed it onto my team, see you soon! More

Cardiff, UK
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41 reviews 41 reviews
27 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 15 cities Reviews in 15 cities
13 helpful votes 13 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 31, 2013

This was a lovely occasion. The family really enjoyed their lunch on this special occasion with relatives home from America. The staff made this a special event. The menu catered for many tastes and the desserts were especially luxurious.

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greathouse, Owner at Leicester's Restaurant, responded to this review
April 3, 2013

Thank you for your kind comments. We are glad that everyone enjoyed and look forward to seeing you again in the near future. Stephen Bond More

Bridgend, United Kingdom
Top Contributor
52 reviews 52 reviews
19 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 28 cities Reviews in 28 cities
48 helpful votes 48 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 16, 2013

Our third visit to Leicester's and once again a faultless experience. Being valentines it was a set menu rather than the usual al a carte but thoroughly enjoyed each course. It is always nice to start with a drink in the bar by the open fire while you order your food and wine, we were also offered canapés before being... More

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greathouse, Manager at Leicester's Restaurant, responded to this review
February 28, 2013

Dear Guest, Your review was more than kind, thank you! We hope you join us again in the near future and of course for Valentine's next year. Kind regards, Mohammed El Kilany More

Cardiff, United Kingdom
Senior Contributor
23 reviews 23 reviews
17 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 14, 2013

Having been here the month earlier, we wanted to try out Leicesters again. After ordering wine and recieving appetisers compliments of the chef, we sat by the open fire, before being shown into the dining room. This time i had smoked salmon and cray fish roulade. It was utterly splendid. I had duck breast with Vermouth sauce, wild mushrooms and... More

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greathouse, Manager at Leicester's Restaurant, responded to this review
February 28, 2013

I was most pleased to come across your review, thank you very much! More

Bridgend,South Wales
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10 reviews 10 reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
26 helpful votes 26 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 3, 2013

Myself and my husband had a wonderful dining experience here last night,for my birthday. Booked online so very quick and simple ! The welcome and service was excellent We sat by the open fire in the bar area,with a drink while looking at the menu The 3 course £19.95 dinner menu is great value All food from the canapes,warm bread,starters,mains... More

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greathouse, Manager at Leicester's Restaurant, responded to this review
February 6, 2013

Thank you so much for your kind review and happy birthday once again. We're glad you and your husband enjoyed your experience with us and we hope to see you again in the near future. Kindest regards, Mohammed General Manager More

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