Coq & Bull

1. Rang to book a table at the last minute and was delighted to get one at such late notice on a Sunday evening. On arrival we were greeted by Beth who showed us to our table and attended to us at various times during the evening. The restaurant was nicely full with a good buzz about it. Plenty of servers on duty saw to it that we did not have to wait long for orders to be taken.
   We chose cured salmon and roasted asparagus as our two starters. Both delicious. Then we both opted for the hake with mussels in a curry veloute with pan fried comber potatoes. A green salad and the peas and beans were our two sides. Fabulous food all round and ample quantity.
   We had just enough room for a dessert. I chose the sundae with caramel sauce and chocolate brownie which was tasty but my husband’s apple strudel with custard looked even better. He raved about it and made me wish I had ordered that instead. Coffee and peppermint tea completed a wonderful meal. The service was attentive and Kathryn in particular was very friendly and helpful.
   Will definitely return!

2. We were here last night for a meal. Our son gave us a gift voucher at Christmas and we just got round to using it now. We were greeted by a friendly young lady who looked up our booking and then guided us to our table. The restaurant was quite when we arrived only a handful of other diners which is nice but I prefer the busy-ness and the buzz of a filled restaurant. We were given a window seat which was quite nice. It looked onto the adjoining gardens and carpark beyond. We were given the menus to look over and asked if we wanted anything to drink. We had one starter to share of different breads oils and tapenade which was delicious. For my main I had hake with mussels baby potatoes along with some greens sitting on a mild curry sauce which I must say was delicious. My wife had the roast duck and she said it was equally delicious. We also had a dessert each. Mine was the ice cream sundae with a host of goodies in it. My wife had the hazelnut bavarois which again she said it was delicious. My sundae was nice and I enjoyed it but I think next time I will order the apple strudel and custard which I almost ordered. We also had a bottle of house white which was delicious although I only took a small glass as I was driving. There was half a bottle left when we were leaving which we took home. All in all it was great food served by great people in a lovely setting. My perception overall was the entire experience was good but a tad expensive hence the 4 star review instead of 5 star overall. This however does not detract from the quality of the meals.

3. Booked a table for my grandparents wedding anniversary and I can honestly say everything was superb. From the day I contacted Coq and bull, the response to my emails was very quick and well organised, very easy to get in contact. The service was brilliant and the food was amazing. Not a single complaint from any of us. Food was also beautifully presented. Thanks very much guys

4. Lovely hotel restaurant with great food and a nice atmosphere.
   Have eaten here several times, usually main and dessert with a couple of soft drinks. Don’t expect much change out of £80 for similar. Add wine etc and expect considerably more, but the food is beautiful.

5. We have a very nice evening at the coq & bull at the Clandeboye. Everything was just as you would want it. Relaxing atmosphere, nice staff, no rush, good bottle of wine and then a great dinner. Highly recommended for an evening out.

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