Beacon Arts Centre Bistro - Inverclyde

Had a meal before a show and it was excellent. Husband and our friend had fish n chips, I had the tomato and red pepper pasta with garlic bread. Big portions, piping hot and tasty. Glad to see the restaurant was busy, hope it continues that way for the sake of the hardworking staff, and the theatre.

Popped in for lunch. The only good thing was the view. Staff didn’t engage at any point, it seems you take a seat, go back up to the bar area to collect a menu for yourself and then wait. And wait. When it arrived the food was awful. Steak was so tough. Mac and cheese didn’t taste of cheese and the mayonnaise was something never to be experienced (I’m guessing it was cheap). Wouldn’t return, wouldn’t recommend. Such a shame.

Just had a lovely visit to Beacon Arts center . Great coffee staff were friendly welcoming. Fantastic views definitely a place I will be coming back to try for lunch . Interesting small exhibition, will watch out for further events .

Arrived for evening meal, seated fairly promptly but had the impression that our booking wasn’t known to staff. Service disorganised, felt that the waiter couldn’t wait to clear our table as he attempted to start clearing when one hadn’t finished their meal. Coffee served without saucers or teaspoons. Won’t be back until some much needed in service education is introduced. Funnily enough, we had visited ore covoid and experienced similar issues.

Thought I would take my elderly brother out to the Beacon Cafe for a much needed trip after 2 years of covid restrictions for him. We were told there was no gas in the kitchen, but we could order a sandwich. Given that there were two pieces of cake on display we opted for three sandwiches and three coffees. The order turned up with the wrong bread minus the mustard. The waiter was so embarrassed he didnt charge for the coffees but the bill was still over £15 for the dreadful sandwiches. Normally I wouldn’t have paid for this but I didn’t want to embarrass my brother. This place was more geared up for the theatre goers who seemed to have a lunch deal and we treated like rubbish. I will never visit this place again or recommend it. Mags S 3. November 2021