The Priory @ The Burythorpe House Hotel

The only reason I did not give The Priory five stars is the absence of a reception. Guests arrive at this beautiful house in picturesque surroundings, only to find themselves unsure of what to do. Luckily, some residents in the lounge informed us that a staff member would be with us shortly. The service was delightful and attentive, with a set menu offering a good selection of top-notch food. Each dish was beautifully presented and tasted delicious, served promptly but without feeling rushed. The portions were generous, yet we were able to enjoy three courses and coffee without feeling overly full. After our meal, we returned to the comfort of the lounge for coffee. However, the lack of a visible reception made paying a bit confusing, as we had to seek out someone to pay. It was during this process that we discovered a discreet bell to call for service. While I appreciate the desire for a cozy atmosphere, clearer signage for the bell would prevent guests from feeling lost in the hotel. Overall, it was a fun and enjoyable evening, and I have already recommended The Priory to friends. We will definitely be returning.

My wife and I had a wonderful dining experience at this restaurant. As visitors, we felt welcomed by the cozy atmosphere and the attentive service. The food was outstanding - even though the menu was not extensive, the quality and presentation more than made up for it. We both agreed that we would happily come back again, maybe as paying customers next time.

My husband, mother-in-law, grandmother-in-law, and I recently dined at Cook's based on a recommendation from one of Gran's friends.

While on our way to Mercedes Benz, we noticed this restaurant and were near starving.

I would have given The Priory five stars if it weren't for the disconcerting lack of a reception. Upon arriving at this charming house in a beautiful setting, we were unsure of what to do. Thankfully, some guests in the lounge informed us that a member of staff would be with us shortly. The service we received from a friendly and attentive young woman was delightful. The set menu offered a good selection of dishes, all of which were of top quality. The amuse bouche at the beginning was a nice touch, and the presentation and taste of the food were excellent. The service was quick but not rushed, and the portion sizes were generous but not overwhelming. We were able to comfortably enjoy three courses and coffee without feeling overly full. After dinner, we enjoyed coffee in the cozy lounge. The only downside was the lack of an obvious reception area when it came time to pay our bill. We had to locate a discreet bell to summon someone to take our payment. Clearer signage for the bell would easily resolve this issue. Despite this small inconvenience, we had a wonderful evening and have already recommended The Priory to friends. We look forward to returning in the future.